Helheim

The Profile

Helheim is a Norwegian viking/black metal band from Bergen, formed in 1992. Their early albums helped shape the viking strand of Norwegian black metal, blending ferocity with epic, folk-tinged atmospheres.

Origin: Bergen, Norway. Formed: 1992. Style: viking/black metal with Norse themes and folk elements. Noted releases include Jormundgand and Av norrøn ætt.

One review dives into Helheim’s debut Jormundgand, framing it within Norway’s mid-’90s viking/black metal surge. The write-up highlights ferocity balanced by epic, folk-tinged melodies and atmospheric detours. Standout moments include the title track, Vigrids vård, Svart Visdom, and a haunting piano piece. Recommended to black metal fans, heavy metal listeners curious about viking sounds, and even newcomers.