Blut aus Nord

Blut aus Nord is a French black-metal project led by Vindsval, noted for long-term experimentation blending black metal with industrial, ambient and avant-garde elements. Reviews identify contributors such as W.D. Feld and GhÖst and emphasise a secretive public persona, extensive conceptual cycles (Memoria Vetusta, 777) and frequent use of programmed drums.

Founded and driven by the figure known as Vindsval; active since the early 1990s with a 1995 debut (Ultima Thulee). Key phases include the Memoria Vetusta cycle (I/II/III) and the 777 trilogy (Sect(s), The Desanctification, Cosmosophy). Critical notes across reviews: heavy experimentation, use of drum machines/programmed drums, industrial and ambient influences, enigmatic/mysterious presentation.

DeBaser reviews praise Blut aus Nord's long-running experiments at the edges of black metal. Critics highlight the 777 trilogy and the Memoria Vetusta cycle as high points, noting a blend of industrial, ambient and atmospheric elements. Vindsval is consistently identified as the project's core figure, with a mysterious public persona and use of programmed drums. The band's work is described as challenging, evocative, and often visionary.

For:Listeners of experimental, atmospheric and avant-garde black metal; fans of French extreme music and concept-driven albums.