Enslaved are a Norwegian metal band formed in 1991 by Ivar Bjørnson and Grutle Kjellson. They began within black/viking metal and over time incorporated progressive and experimental elements, becoming known for atmospheric, ambitious albums.

Formed in 1991 (Norway); founders include Ivar Bjørnson and Grutle Kjellson. Early releases like Vikingligr Veldi and Frost are important references for viking-influenced black metal. From Monumension/Isa onward the band incorporated progressive and experimental approaches; albums frequently mentioned in reviews include Frost, Isa, Vertebrae, Axioma Ethica Odini and E.

DeBaser hosts a set of positive reviews highlighting Enslaved's evolution from viking/black metal roots toward increasingly progressive and experimental music. Reviewers repeatedly praise albums such as Frost, Isa and Vertebrae for their atmosphere, compositional ambition and production. The overall consensus celebrates the band's continuous artistic growth.

For:Fans of progressive metal, Viking/black metal and readers interested in the evolution of extreme music.

 "Frost" by the Norwegians Enslaved embodies the link between imagination and reality.

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 In my interpretation, their music is progressively "dematerializing," it is becoming more and more "essence" and less and less form,

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 Once the listening was over, I was crying from emotion and happiness, after experiencing two orgasms.

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