Shining

Shining is a Swedish black-metal band led by Niklas Kvarforth, associated with the emergence of depressive or suicidal black metal. Early releases are often cited as genre-defining; subsequent albums show stylistic expansion and increased production values.

Reviews and public sources note Kvarforth (also referenced as Niklas Olsson/Kvarforth) as the project's central and only constant member, the band's early albums (I and II) as seminal for depressive black metal, later lineup changes including the contribution of drummer Hellhammer on III, and recurring controversial stage antics and provocations mentioned in reviews (self-harm on stage, staged/faked incidents).

Shining is a Swedish black-metal group led by Niklas Kvarforth, credited as a pioneer of depressive/suicidal black metal. Early albums (I and II) are frequently described as seminal; later records show stylistic evolution toward more produced and experimental sounds. Reviews praise songwriting and atmosphere while often criticizing provocative antics and occasional lapses in taste.

For:Fans of extreme metal, listeners of depressive/suicidal black metal, and those interested in Scandinavian metal history.