Taake

The Profile

Taake is a Norwegian black metal project from Bergen, formed in 1993 by Ørjan Stedjeberg (Høst/Hoest). Known for Norwegian-language lyrics and a stark, cold sound, Taake debuted with Nattestid Ser Porten Vid (1999), followed by Over Bjoergvin graater Himmerik (2002) and ...Doedskvad (2005). Later albums include Taake (2008), Noregs Vaapen (2011), Stridens hus (2014), and Kong Vinter (2017).

Lyrics are in Norwegian and early booklets use runic characters. Noregs Vaapen includes guest spots by Nocturno Culto, Attila Csihar, and Demonaz. Early activity began under the name Thule (from 1993).

DeBaser’s reviews frame Taake as a cornerstone of Norwegian black metal. Nattestid Ser Porten Vid is hailed as a high-water mark, while ...Doedskvad is praised for coherence and icy atmosphere. Noregs Vaapen splits opinions for its black’n’roll twists (banjo cameo included) yet remains engaging. Kong Vinter continues the project’s evolution without losing the “True Norwegian BM” spirit.