Shining (Swedish band)
Shining | |
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Shining performing in 2012 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Halmstad, Sweden |
| Genres | Depressive suicidal black metal |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Labels | Spinefarm, Osmose, Dark Essence, Season of Mist, Napalm |
| Members | Niklas Kvarforth Peter Huss Charles Hedger |
| Past members | (see below) |
| Website | shininglegions |
Shining is a Swedish black metal band, formed by Niklas Kvarforth in Halmstad in 1996.
Shining's musical style is dark, aggressive and depressive, with progressive musical elements and personal and often suicide-themed lyrics. The band's music is composed primarily by Kvarforth, whose behaviour has led to numerous controversies over the years.
Shining have released eleven studio albums to date.