Norwegian Black Metal VS US black metal

Yog-Sothoth · 02-01-2009, 09:01 PM

I signed up when I saw how poorly the usbm scene was represented in this this thread. Obviously the Norse scene is far more prominent, with a scope of influence reaching all corners of the globe. However, there are some gems from the US scene that are not to be missed. Particularly, look into Grand Belial's Key, Demoncy, Judas Iscariot, Fog, Abazagorath, to name but a few. **** all that limp-wristed "suicidal" bull**** mixed with poorly thought out psuedo-ambient that we've some how come to be known for.

As an aside, be sure to look into the Czech scene (Root, Master's Hammer) and the Greek scene (Necromantia, Rotting Christ, Varathron) to hear some highly original takes on BM.

Terrible Lizard · 02-01-2009, 09:05 PM

I've always found the best black metal in Japan and France.....

Or have I?

Yog-Sothoth · 02-02-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Terrible Lizard

I've always found the best black metal in Japan and France.....

Or have I?

Outside of Sigh I haven't really heard much Japanese black metal. They have some great black/thrash though like Abigail, Barbatos, and Sabbat. Truly bestial, maniacal stuff.

The french scene is an interesting one, in my opinion. There are some top notch acts like Peste Noire, Vlad Tepes, Mutiilation, and Seviss. They also seem to have their fair share of garbage. From the norse rip offs to the bands emulating this "Orthodox" sound that has become so popular in Sweden.

Voice_of_the_Soul12,13,01 · 02-02-2009, 01:38 PM

Wait.... there's US Black Metal? I thought US was responsible for the world's supply of metalcore and pop.

Seriously, I haven't heard of any black metal bands from the US. And if I did, I probably wouldn't know it.

I'd have to pick Norwegian Black Metal.

chelstd · 02-03-2009, 12:24 PM

Black metal is a really beautiful genre (yes, beautiful!) a lot of people take it the wrong way though I think, sure, the whole "gr1m" thing is pretty hilarious... But the way I see black metal is that it's supposed to embrace the beauty of the darker things in life and even nature. :D

On another note I chose Norwegian black metal, simply because it's just... awesome. US black metal is okay but I find that a lot of them are "suicidal black metal" (wtf?).

Also agree with Terrible Lizard that a lot of great black metal comes from France. =)

CanwllCorfe · 02-08-2009, 10:52 PM

I haven't been into black metal for very long, but with some research, most of it is European although there are some good US ones too. Poland also has a good amount, I subscribed to a channel on youtube called AbyssPL and he has amazing stuff.

Arckanum, Quaet Gespuys, Cor Scorpii, Taran, Judas Iscariot, Wolves in the Throne Room, Vulva Infernum, Kult, Infestus, Khrom, Furia, Mgła, Corpus Christii, Horna, Godless North, Arctic Circle, Kult of Azazel, Szron, Ctulu, Hellspawn, Impaled Nazarene, Morbosidad, Craft, Urgehal, Gholgoth, Harmony Dies, Ancient, The Legion, Summon, Tsjuder.

Comus · 02-08-2009, 10:57 PM

If you like Cor Scorpii, you'll love Windir, you need to be tappin' some of dat.

CanwllCorfe · 02-08-2009, 11:00 PM

ahh yeah they are pretty good too! Along with Kroda, forgot about them

BastardofYoung · 05-13-2011, 12:57 PM

Norweigan. It is better. While most Black Metal is mindless garbage, Norway atleast had some of the better ones.

Obsessonaut · 05-13-2011, 02:30 PM

Norwegian black metal gets my vote. Also prefer norwegian black 'n' roll, Kvelertak is a prime example of the genre at it's best if I do say so myself.

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02-01-2009, 09:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
Terrible Lizard **ER OF HOLES Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Butt**, Nebraska Posts: 1,211	I've always found the best black metal in Japan and France..... Or have I? __________________ “YOU ARE SCUM SLUT.” -John Martyn

02-02-2009, 01:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
Voice_of_the_Soul12,13,01 #1 Schuldinist. Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 420	Wait.... there's US Black Metal? I thought US was responsible for the world's supply of metalcore and pop. Seriously, I haven't heard of any black metal bands from the US. And if I did, I probably wouldn't know it. I'd have to pick Norwegian Black Metal. __________________ I don't mean to dwell But I can't help myself When I feel the vibe And taste a memory Of a time in life When years seemed to stand still

02-03-2009, 12:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
chelstd Groupie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 10	Black metal is a really beautiful genre (yes, beautiful!) a lot of people take it the wrong way though I think, sure, the whole "gr1m" thing is pretty hilarious... But the way I see black metal is that it's supposed to embrace the beauty of the darker things in life and even nature. :D On another note I chose Norwegian black metal, simply because it's just... awesome. US black metal is okay but I find that a lot of them are "suicidal black metal" (wtf?). Also agree with Terrible Lizard that a lot of great black metal comes from France. =) __________________ "There are no eternal facts, as there are no absolute truths." - Nietzsche numba one! last.fm

05-13-2011, 12:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
BastardofYoung Buzz Killjoy Join Date: May 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 2,692	Norweigan. It is better. While most Black Metal is mindless garbage, Norway atleast had some of the better ones. __________________ last.fm ‎"I hope that someday we will be able to put away our fears and prejudices and just laugh at people." - Jack Handey.

02-01-2009, 09:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
Yog-Sothoth Groupie Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 6	I signed up when I saw how poorly the usbm scene was represented in this this thread. Obviously the Norse scene is far more prominent, with a scope of influence reaching all corners of the globe. However, there are some gems from the US scene that are not to be missed. Particularly, look into Grand Belial's Key, Demoncy, Judas Iscariot, Fog, Abazagorath, to name but a few. ** all that limp-wristed "suicidal" bull** mixed with poorly thought out psuedo-ambient that we've some how come to be known for. As an aside, be sure to look into the Czech scene (Root, Master's Hammer) and the Greek scene (Necromantia, Rotting Christ, Varathron) to hear some highly original takes on BM.

02-08-2009, 10:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
CanwllCorfe Quiet Man in the Corner Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pocono Mountains Posts: 2,480	I haven't been into black metal for very long, but with some research, most of it is European although there are some good US ones too. Poland also has a good amount, I subscribed to a channel on youtube called AbyssPL and he has amazing stuff. Arckanum, Quaet Gespuys, Cor Scorpii, Taran, Judas Iscariot, Wolves in the Throne Room, Vulva Infernum, Kult, Infestus, Khrom, Furia, Mgła, Corpus Christii, Horna, Godless North, Arctic Circle, Kult of Azazel, Szron, Ctulu, Hellspawn, Impaled Nazarene, Morbosidad, Craft, Urgehal, Gholgoth, Harmony Dies, Ancient, The Legion, Summon, Tsjuder.

02-08-2009, 11:00 PM	#8 (permalink)
CanwllCorfe Quiet Man in the Corner Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pocono Mountains Posts: 2,480	ahh yeah they are pretty good too! Along with Kroda, forgot about them

05-13-2011, 02:30 PM	#10 (permalink)
Obsessonaut Groupie Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 3	Norwegian black metal gets my vote. Also prefer norwegian black 'n' roll, Kvelertak is a prime example of the genre at it's best if I do say so myself.