Vetle
Photographer and live reviewer for the website, bin listening to BM for 10 years ish and like it groovy. Norwegian lover of beer!
Interview: Svarttjern
An interview with Svarttjern frontman Hans Fyrste. A dive into the state of black metal, their iconic artwork, and plans for the next album.
Review: Ulvhedner - Berg Øde (2026)
Ulvhedner’s Berg Øde (10/10). This Norwegian Black Metal release is an outstanding homage to rural traditions, draped in brilliant Sognametal textures. Read more!
Live Review: Karmøygeddon Metal Festival (2026)
Karmøygeddon Metal Festival 2026 was a true blast! The Norwegian venue was swarmed by phenomenal live energy, raw power, and elite black metal. Read more!
Live Review: Inferno Metal Festival (2026)
Inferno Metal Festival 2026 was a true blast! Oslo was swarmed by a different kind of bunny: blast beats, Norwegian beer, and black metal. Read more!
Live Review: Heimfall Metallkraft 2026
Heimfall Metallkraft 2026 was a true blast! The tightly knit community of Sauda hosted a weekend of sonic annihilation and high-energy riffs. Read more!
The Infernal Records: Our Staff’s Personal Albums of the Year
The Infernal Records: BMZ Staff’s Personal Albums of the Year. Discover the top 3 picks from our writers, featuring essential 2025 releases. Read more!
Review: 1914 - Viribus Unitis
1914 - Viribus Unitis (8/10). The Ukrainian Blackened Death/Doom war machine delivers an unyielding onslaught of vicious riffs and historical horror. Read the full review!
Review: Heimland - Der Torv Moeter Hav
Heimland's Der Torv Moeter Hav (8/10) marks a strong shift in Norwegian Black Metal, embracing sorrow and longing with new vocalist Fanden. Read the full review!
From the Vault: Isengard - Høstmørke
Isengard's Høstmørke. Fenriz’s solo project is a unique, atmospheric blend of Folk and Black Metal. Read the full review!
Festival Review: Inferno Metal Festival - A Blackened Easter
Our team reports from Inferno Metal Festival, Oslo's iconic 'Blackened Easter' and the epicentre of the Norwegian Black Metal scene. See the full report!
Malum — Towards Nothingness
Malum's Towards Nothingness (7.5/10). This raw, hateful Finnish Black Metal album delivers the cold, uncompromising sound of the second wave. Read the full review!
Concert Review: Heimfall Metallkraft Festival
Heimfall at Metallkraft Festival. Our reporter covers Heimfall’s high-energy live show blending raw Black Metal fury with Thrash speed. See the full report!
Review: Grima — Nightside
Grima’s Nightside (9/10). This majestic Siberian Atmospheric Black Metal opus delivers vast, epic soundscapes. Read the full review!
Review: Havukruunu — Tavastland
Havukruunu’s Tavastland (8/10). This anthemic opus of Finnish Folk/Pagan Black Metal is a triumphant journey through epic soundscapes. Read the full review!
Review: Likbleik — Fordervelse
Likbleik's Fordervelse (7/10). This raw, furious album delivers cold, traditional Norwegian Black Metal straight to the bone. Read the full review!
Concert Review: Witch Club Satan + Wrath
Our reporter covers the raw Black Metal outfit Witch Club Satan. Performance art chaos delivered by this intense feminist trio. See the full report!
Review: Askon — The End Is Near — Re-gnarök
Askon’s Re-gnarok (8/10). This raw, traditional Norwegian Black Metal album delivers powerful riffs and a grim, unforgiving atmosphere. Read the full review!
Vault Review: Sarastus — The Deceased Dwell in Darkness
Sarastus’ The Deceased Dwell (7.5/10). This traditional Finnish Black Metal album delivers cold, aggressive, and unforgiving grimness. Read the full review!
The best Black Metal releases of 2024
The Best Black Metal Releases of 2024 list is here! Discover the definitive must-hear albums that crushed the year. See the full rankings!
Kristailer - In the Hearts of the Brave
Medieval atmosphere and melodic riffs is the great gift from Kristailer, join us in our review of their album In the Hearts of the Brave!