Black Metal er Krig

Black Metal er Krig captures the ferocious spirit of the second wave of black metal, spanning the late 1980s and early 1990s. This book is a visual journey through the raw, uncompromising world of black metal, featuring bands, flyers, demos, and self-produced materials that defined one of the most extreme underground movements in music history.

Every page immerses the reader in the dark, anarchic aesthetic of the scene—high-contrast black-and-white imagery, hand-drawn logos, cryptic symbols, and chaotic, collage-style layouts that mirror the intensity of the music. From legendary Norwegian acts to influential underground bands across Scandinavia, these artefacts reveal a culture built on DIY ethics, rebellion, and complete independence from mainstream recognition.

More than a collection of promotional materials, Black Metal er Krig documents the creativity, ideology, and defiant spirit of a movement that forged its own identity. It is an essential resource for fans, collectors, and anyone fascinated by the extreme, self-produced art and uncompromising ethos of black metal.

Including interviews with: Ulver, Wardruna, Finntroll, Tribulation, Alcest, Devilment, Enslaved, Hjelvik, Mortiis, Vrîmuot, Cadaveria Hail Spirit Noir, Opera IX, Night Crowned, Moonsorrow, The Amenta, Taubrą, Katatonia, Norvhar, Elvenscroll, Noctiferia, Downfall Of Gaia, W.E.B., Tristania, Månegarm and Ultar.

Book specifications
Dimensions 20.96 x 27.94 cm
Matt hardback colour cover
212 strictly black and white pages
Printed on uncoated art paper
Ethically sourced
Printed in the UK

Release date 08/10/2025

This book is for historical and educational purposes. All concert flyers, posters, and related materials remain the property of their respective creators and rights holders. No copyright claims are made regarding third-party imagery, logos, or trademarks. Images are reproduced under fair use for commentary, research, and preservation of music history. If you are a rights holder with concerns, please contact us. No A.I. art or A.I. copy tools have been used to make this book.