Ancient (band)
Ancient | |
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Ancient performing at the Black Templar Festival in Spain, 2024 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Bergen, Norway |
| Genres | Black metal |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Labels | Metal Blade, Listenable, Sleaszy Rider, Soulseller, EMP |
| Members | Zel Dhilorz |
| Past members | (see below) |
Ancient is a Norwegian black metal band from Bergen, formed in 1992. The band released six full-length albums released by Metal Blade Records to date and a variety of mini-albums, EPs and special releases. Ancient used to have the classic raw black metal sound, similar to Darkthrone's works. Beginning with The Cainian Chronicle, they moved towards a more Nordic/atmospheric black metal sound, akin to Emperor, and a cleaner production. After a period of turmoil concerning their line-up, they went on to add gothic-style instruments such as violins, a female vocalist, and synthesizers to their music.