Necromantia

Greek black metal band noted in reviews for replacing rhythm guitar with an eight-string bass. The review highlights Magus Wampyr Daoloth as the driving force and Baron Blood as the eight-string bassist; debut Crossing the Fiery Path (1993) is singled out for its warm, theatrical sound with Mercyful Fate/King Diamond echoes.

Greek black metal band from the Athens/Attica area; part of the Hellenic black metal scene. Notable for using an eight-string bass in lieu of rhythm guitar and for the 1993 debut album Crossing the Fiery Path.

The available review praises Necromantia's 1993 debut Crossing the Fiery Path for a warm, theatrical take on black metal. The band is highlighted for replacing rhythm guitar with an eight‑string bass and for a Mercyful Fate/King Diamond influence. The review frames Necromantia as a distinctive voice within the Hellenic black metal scene.

For:Fans of black metal, especially those interested in the Hellenic scene, theatrical/King Diamond-influenced metal, and unusual instrumentation.