Bands & artists like Urgehal

If you like Urgehal, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

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Darkthrone

Darkthrone

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Their raw production and relentless tempos mirror Urgehal's aggressive black metal style, with a focus on grim atmospheres.

black metal
Immortal

Immortal

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With their fast-paced riffs and icy atmospheres, Immortal embodies the relentless energy found in Urgehal's music.

black metal death metal thrash metal
Gorgoroth

Gorgoroth

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Their combination of speed and atmospheric elements aligns closely with Urgehal's unyielding crescendos and dark themes.

black metal
Marduk

Marduk

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Marduk's aggressive drumming and fierce guitar work create a relentless sound that resonates well with the intensity of Urgehal.

black metal
Satyricon

Satyricon

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Their incorporation of both melodic and aggressive elements provides a dynamic range similar to the pacing shifts in Urgehal's music.

black metal
Behemoth

Behemoth

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Blending black metal with death metal influences, Behemoth delivers a powerful sonic experience akin to Urgehal’s relentless energy.

blackened death metal
Nokturnal Mortum

Nokturnal Mortum

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Their use of folk elements alongside harsh black metal creates an atmospheric depth that parallels Urgehal’s grim soundscapes.

National Socialist black metal folk metal pagan metal
Borknagar

Borknagar

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Combining melodic elements with harsh vocals, Borknagar offers a varied yet intense listening experience reminiscent of Urgehal.

progressive metal

Common questions

Who sounds like Urgehal?

Artists similar to Urgehal include Darkthrone, Immortal, Gorgoroth and Marduk. Each shares elements of Urgehal's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Urgehal?

Urgehal is primarily known for black metal. The music thrums with relentless velocity and grim atmospherics, punctuated by jagged shifts in pacing that propel it toward unyielding crescendos.

Where should I start if I like Urgehal?

If you enjoy Urgehal, start with Darkthrone — their album "Plaguewielder" is a great entry point. Their raw production and relentless tempos mirror Urgehal's aggressive black metal style, with a focus on grim atmospheres.