The best Black Metal albums
of the 2020s.
Where to start with 2020–2029 black metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2020s — black metal
Top picks from 2020–2029, ranked by where we would start.
Immortal
War Against All
A relentless barrage of icy riffs and thunderous drums creates an atmosphere of bleakness and defiance throughout the album.
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Ulver
Flowers of Evil
A haunting blend of dark synths and atmospheric soundscapes, evoking a sense of nostalgia and existential dread.
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Ulver
Scary Muzak
A haunting blend of industrial soundscapes and avant-garde textures that evoke a chilling ambiance throughout its brief runtime.
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Enslaved
Utgard
A sprawling journey through atmospheric landscapes and intricate arrangements, merging black metal ferocity with progressive complexity.
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Enslaved
Heimdal
A sprawling journey through layered black metal and progressive soundscapes, invoking mythic themes with intricate musicianship.
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Alcest
Les Chants de l'Aurore
Ethereal melodies intertwine with atmospheric textures, creating a transcendent blend of black metal and shoegaze influences.
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Dark Funeral
We Are the Apocalypse
A relentless onslaught of dark melodies, fierce rhythms, and haunting atmospheres that embody the essence of black metal.
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Zeal & Ardor
Wake of a Nation
An urgent blend of black metal and spirituals that confronts systemic injustice with raw intensity and haunting melodies.
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Zeal & Ardor
Zeal & Ardor
A compelling fusion of black metal and spirituals, echoing the struggles of faith and identity in a hauntingly innovative soundscape.
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Sólstafir
Endless Twilight of Codependent Love
A haunting blend of atmospheric metal and poignant melodies, reflecting the complexities of intertwined relationships.
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Myrkur
Folkesange
A haunting blend of traditional Nordic folk and ethereal black metal, weaving tales of myth and nature through atmospheric soundscapes.
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Burzum
Thulêan Mysteries
A haunting blend of dark ambient textures and minimalist black metal, evoking ancient myths and mystical landscapes.
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Dødheimsgard
Black Medium Current
A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and avant-garde experimentation that creates an immersive sonic experience.
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Nifelheim
Servants of Darkness
A relentless barrage of raw riffs and guttural vocals that embody the dark essence of black metal.
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In the Woods...
Diversum
A haunting exploration of black metal's complexities, merging atmospheric textures with intense lyrical narratives.
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Anaal Nathrakh
Endarkenment
A furious blend of black metal ferocity and industrial chaos, infused with philosophical musings on existence and despair.
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