The albums that define
cosmic black metal.
Our picks for where to start with cosmic black metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top cosmic black metal artists
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The cosmic black metal essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Vision Lunar
Phase One (2006-2009)
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with haunting vocals, crafting a cosmic journey through darkness and light.
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Vision Lunar
Luna Subortus
Ethereal soundscapes entwine with crushing riffs, crafting a cosmic journey through existential themes.
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Darkspace
Dark Space III I
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with relentless blasts, evoking the vast emptiness of outer space.
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Darkspace
Dark Space III
Cosmic soundscapes envelop haunting melodies, creating an immersive journey through the void of space.
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Darkspace
Dark Space I
A sprawling cosmic journey where atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with black metal's relentless fury.
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Darkspace
Dark Space II
Ethereal soundscapes blend with haunting melodies, creating an immersive cosmic journey through darkness.
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