The best Atmospheric Black Metal albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 atmospheric black metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — atmospheric black metal
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
Wolves in the Throne Room
Celestial Lineage
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with relentless riffs, creating an expansive journey through nature and consciousness.
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Wolves in the Throne Room
Celestite
Ethereal soundscapes interweave with vast atmospheric textures, creating a meditative journey through the cosmos and nature's beauty.
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Myrkur
Mareridt
Ethereal melodies entwine with haunting black metal riffs, creating a dreamlike yet unsettling atmosphere throughout the album.
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Myrkur
M
A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and ethereal folk, evoking ancient tales through layered instrumentation and delicate vocals.
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Agalloch
The Serpent & the Sphere
A sprawling journey through atmospheric soundscapes, merging black metal ferocity with haunting folk melodies.
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Agalloch
Faustian Echoes
A sprawling, atmospheric journey weaving dark folk elements with expansive black metal textures and haunting melodies.
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Darkspace
Dark Space III I
A sprawling cosmic journey that envelops listeners in dark, atmospheric soundscapes punctuated by relentless and hypnotic rhythms.
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