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Burzum is a prominent Norwegian black metal project that has significantly influenced the genre.
The project was founded in 1991 by Varg Vikernes, who initially played in several other bands before focusing on Burzum.
The name "Burzum" means "darkness" in the Black Speech, a language created by J.R.R. Tolkien.
Biography
Formation
Burzum is a Norwegian black metal project founded by Varg Vikernes in 1991. The name "Burzum" translates to "darkness" in the Black Speech, a fictional language created by J.R.R. Tolkien. Vikernes initially began his musical journey in 1988 with the band Kalashnikov, which later became Uruk-Hai. After a brief stint with the death metal band Old Funeral, he decided to focus on his own vision, leading to the creation of Burzum. The project quickly gained traction within the burgeoning Norwegian black metal scene, thanks in part to the support of Øystein "Euronymous" Aarseth of Mayhem, who signed Burzum to his label, Deathlike Silence Productions.
Key Releases
Burzum's self-titled debut album was released in 1992, marking a significant entry into the black metal genre. Over the years, the project released several influential albums, including "Det som engang var," "Hvis lyset tar oss," and the critically acclaimed "Filosofem." Each album showcased a unique blend of black metal, dark ambient, and neofolk influences, often characterized by minimalist and repetitive structures. Vikernes described his music as a kind of "spell" designed to transport listeners into a fantasy world, reflecting his dissatisfaction with reality.
Legacy
Despite never performing live, Burzum is regarded as one of the most influential acts in black metal history. The project's impact can be seen in the works of numerous bands across various genres, including Deafheaven and Chelsea Wolfe. Burzum's music continues to resonate with fans and musicians alike, solidifying its place in the annals of metal history.
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Discography
Thulêan Mysteries2020
- 1.The Sacred Well2:56
- 2.The Loss of a Hero0:55
- 3.Forebears4:04
- 4.A Thulêan Perspective4:03
- 5.Gathering of Herbs1:15
- 6.Heill auk Sæll3:38
- 7.Jötunnheimr1:39
- 8.Spell-Lake Forest1:07
- 9.The Ettin Stone Heart1:16
- 10.The Great Sleep1:29
- 11.The Land of Thulê2:15
- 12.The Lord of the Dwarves5:16
- 13.A Forgotten Realm7:25
- 14.Heill Óðinn, Sire1:19
- 15.The Ruins of Dwarfmount1:31
- 16.The Road to Hel7:45
- 17.Thulêan Sorcery2:12
- 18.Descent Into Niflheimr1:42
- 19.Skin Traveller4:37
- 20.The Dream Land8:44
- 21.Thulêan Mysteries4:23
- 22.The Password15:15
- 23.The Loss of Thulê5:04
The Ways of Yore2014
- 1.God From the Machine1:40
- 2.The Portal2:19
- 3.Heill Óðinn3:11
- 4.The Lady in the Lake4:39
- 5.The Coming of Ettins4:36
- 6.The Reckoning of Man7:16
- 7.Heil Freyja1:57
- 8.The Ways of Yore6:11
- 9.Ek fellr (I Am Falling)2:54
- 10.Hall of the Fallen5:06
- 11.Autumn Leaves4:50
- 12.Emptiness13:13
- 13.To Hel and Back Again10:44
Sôl austan, Mâni vestan2013
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Umskiptar2012
- 1.Blóðstokkinn1:10
- 2.Jóln5:47
- 3.Alfadanz9:18
- 4.Hit helga Tré6:48
- 5.Æra3:55
- 6.Heiðr2:57
- 7.Valgaldr7:58
- 8.Galgviðr7:13
- 9.Surtr Sunnan4:12
- 10.Gullaldr10:15
- 11.Níðhöggr4:59
From the Depths of Darkness2011
- 1.The Coming (Introduction)0:26
- 2.Feeble Screams From Forests Unknown7:49
- 3.Sassu Wunnu (Introduction)0:45
- 4.Ea, Lord of the Depths5:24
- 5.Spell of Destruction6:48
- 6.A Lost Forgotten Sad Spirit11:31
- 7.My Journey to the Stars7:52
- 8.Call of the Siren (Introduction)2:01
- 9.Key to the Gate5:14
- 10.Turn the Sign of the Microcosm (Snu mikrokosmos' tegn)9:50
- 11.Channelling the Power of Minds Into a New God4:57
Fallen2011
- 1.Fra verdenstreet1:03
- 2.Jeg faller7:50
- 3.Valen9:21
- 4.Vanvidd7:05
- 5.Enhver til sitt6:16
- 6.Budstikken10:09
- 7.Til hel og tilbake igjen5:57
Belus2010
- 1.Leukes renkespill (Introduksjon)0:33
- 2.Belus’ død6:23
- 3.Glemselens elv11:54
- 4.Kaimadalthas’ nedstigning6:44
- 5.Sverddans2:28
- 6.Keliohesten5:45
- 7.Morgenrøde8:54
- 8.Belus’ tilbakekomst (Konklusjon)9:37
Anthology2008
- 1.Feeble Screams from Forests Unknown7:28
- 2.Stemmen fra tårnet6:09
- 3.Lost Wisdom4:38
- 4.Svarte troner2:16
- 5.Det som en gang var14:21
- 6.Jesus' Tod8:39
- 7.Gebrechlichkeit II7:52
- 8.Bálferð Baldrs6:05
- 9.Ansuzgardaraiwô4:29
Draugen2005
- 1.Lost Forgotten Sad Spirit9:10
- 2.Stemmen fra tårnet6:10
- 3.Dominus Sathanas3:05
- 4.Lost Wisdom4:53
- 5.Spell of Destruction4:59
- 6.Channeling the Power of Souls Into a New God4:00
- 7.Outro1:57
- 8.Et hvitt lys over skogen9:08
- 9.Once Emperor6:14
- 10.Seven Harmonies of the Unknown Truth3:10
- 11.My Journey to the Stars8:11
- 12.Lost Wisdom4:38
- 13.Dunkelheit7:05
Anthology2002
- 1.Ea, Lord of the Depths4:55
- 2.War2:33
- 3.Stemmen fra tårnet6:11
- 4.Hvis lyset tar oss8:07
- 5.Lost Wisdom4:40
- 6.Jesus' Tod8:41
- 7.Í heimr heljar2:04
- 8.Ansuzgardaraiwô4:30
- 9.Et hvitt lys over skogen9:14
- 10.Havamål12:17
Hliðskjálf1999
- 1.Tuistos Herz6:13
- 2.Der Tod Wuotans6:43
- 3.Ansuzgardaraiwô4:28
- 4.Die Liebe Nerþus'2:14
- 5.Frijôs einsames Trauern6:15
- 6.Einfühlungsvermögen3:55
- 7.Frijôs goldene Tränen2:38
- 8.Der weinende Hadnur1:16
Dauði Baldrs1997
- 1.Dauði Baldrs8:49
- 2.Hermoðr á Helferð2:41
- 3.Bálferð Baldrs6:05
- 4.Í heimr Heljar2:03
- 5.Illa tiðandi10:30
- 6.Móti Ragnarǫkum9:05
Filosofem1996
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Burzum / Aske1995
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Hvis lyset tar oss1994
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Det som engang var1993
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Burzum1992
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Demo II1991
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The Reincarnation of Ódinn2023
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Mythic Dawn2015
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Forgotten Realms2015
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Thulean Mysteries2015
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Cymophane1994
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Aske1993
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Demo I1991
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Burzum is a Norwegian music project founded by Varg Vikernes in 1991. Although Burzum never played live performances, it became a staple of the early Norwegian black metal scene and is considered one of the most influential acts in black metal's history. The word "burzum" means "darkness" in the Black Speech, a fictional language crafted by The Lord of the Rings writer J. R. R. Tolkien. Burzum's lyrics and imagery are often inspired by fantasy and Norse mythology.
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