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Dimmu Borgir Ascend Once More with “Grand Serpent Rising”- a Music Video for a Devastating New Single

A new chapter has begun in the ever-expanding legacy of Dimmu Borgir—and this time, it arrives with thunder, fire, and a serpent coiled around the future of symphonic black metal.

The Return of a Titan ⚙️

After years of silence following 2018’s Eonian, Dimmu Borgir have officially broken their creative dormancy with the announcement of a brand-new record titled Grand Serpent Rising. This marks a monumental return for a band that has long defined the intersection of orchestral grandeur and extreme metal aggression.

The reveal doesn’t come quietly—it strikes with purpose.

Alongside the album announcement, the band has unleashed the first single, giving fans an immediate taste of what’s to come. And make no mistake: this is not a subtle re-entry. This is a statement.

A Sound Forged in Darkness ⚡

The newly released track channels everything that has made Dimmu Borgir a dominant force for decades—layered orchestration, punishing rhythms, and an atmosphere that feels both apocalyptic and cinematic.

There’s a renewed intensity embedded within the sound. While Eonian leaned heavily into symphonic textures, this new material suggests a sharpened edge—where melody and brutality coexist with even greater precision.

It feels deliberate. Focused. Evolved.

The Serpent Rises 🔥

The title Grand Serpent Rising alone evokes myth, power, and transformation—imagery that aligns perfectly with Dimmu Borgir’s long-standing aesthetic of darkness, mysticism, and dominance.

Though full details about the album remain limited, the unveiling of a single alongside the announcement signals something much larger than a one-off release. This is the beginning of a new era.

And if history is any indication, Dimmu Borgir are not interested in revisiting the past—they’re here to redefine their future.

Dimmu Borgir have always occupied a unique space in metal—bridging underground credibility with massive, cinematic appeal. Their influence stretches across black metal, symphonic metal, and beyond.

This return isn’t just about new music. It’s about momentum.

  • A reactivation of one of metal’s most iconic forces
  • A signal to the scene that evolution is far from over
  • A reminder that scale, atmosphere, and aggression can coexist at the highest level

The serpent has risen—and it’s not done striking.

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Dimmu Borgir Return from the Shadows with First New Music Since 2018

A long silence is about to be shattered as Dimmu Borgir prepares to unveil their first new material in years, signaling a powerful resurgence from one of extreme metal’s most cinematic forces.

A Long-Awaited Awakening ⚙️

For fans of symphonic black metal, the wait has been nothing short of agonizing. Since the release of their 2018 album Eonian, Dimmu Borgir have remained largely quiet on the front of new music. While the band has maintained a presence through performances and orchestral projects, fresh material has been notably absent—until now.

That drought is officially coming to an end.

The band has confirmed that brand-new music is set to drop this week, marking their first release in over half a decade. No long-winded buildup. No cryptic countdowns stretching months. Just a direct strike—sudden, calculated, and unmistakably Dimmu Borgir.

What We Know So Far ⚡

Details surrounding the release are being kept tightly under wraps, adding to the tension and anticipation. What is confirmed is that this new track (or tracks) will represent the band’s first creative output since Eonian, an album that leaned heavily into orchestration, choirs, and grandiose arrangements.

This raises the question:
Will Dimmu Borgir continue down the lush, symphonic path… or pivot back toward something darker, colder, and more aggressive?

Given their legacy of evolution—from raw black metal roots to full orchestral dominance—anything is possible.

Legacy of Darkness and Grandeur 🔥

Few bands have managed to bridge the underground and the epic scale of mainstream metal quite like Dimmu Borgir. With a career spanning decades, they’ve become synonymous with:

  • Cinematic orchestration
  • Frostbitten atmospheres
  • Massive, choral-driven compositions
  • Relentless black metal intensity

Their ability to evolve without losing identity is exactly why this upcoming release carries so much weight.

Why This Matters 💀

This isn’t just another single drop—it’s a reactivation.

Dimmu Borgir stepping back into the arena suggests something bigger could be unfolding. Whether this is a standalone release, a precursor to a full-length album, or the opening move in a larger campaign, one thing is certain:

The machine is turning again.

And when Dimmu Borgir moves, the entire symphonic black metal world pays attention.

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⚔️ Dimmu Borgir Welcomes New Lead Guitarist DAMAGE to the Fold

A New Era Begins for the Symphonic Black Metal Titans

Norwegian legends Dimmu Borgir have officially welcomed Kjell Åge Karlsen, known in the metal world as Damage, as their new lead guitarist. After months of behind-the-scenes collaboration and rehearsals, the band is ready to unleash this new chapter onstage this summer and beyond.

🗨️ “We’re excited to proudly welcome Damage to the team,” states the band. “It’s already been a pleasure working and rehearsing with him, and we can’t wait to share the stage together. We hope you’ll join us in welcoming him to the lineup!”

💀 A Shifting Lineup, A Reinforced Legacy

Damage steps in following the departure of Galder (Thomas Rune Andersen) in August 2024, who exited to refocus on his solo project Old Man’s Child. While Shagrath (vocals) and Silenoz (rhythm guitar) continue to hold the band’s core, Damage joins a select group of elite supporting members that keep the Dimmu Borgir live machine formidable.

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🎧🎶 SIGH Reimagines a Masterpiece: “I Saw the World’s End – Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV” Unleashed June 13th! 🎧 – 💀

Japanese black metal legends Sigh are celebrating an incredible 35 years of pushing extreme music’s boundaries! With a dozen studio albums, countless global performances, and an unwavering dedication to sonic evolution, they’ve rightfully earned their place as one of metal’s most revered and influential cult acts.

To mark this monumental anniversary, Sigh has turned its gaze back to their 2007 opus, “Hangman’s Hymn.” This album was a compositional tour de force, notable as Sigh’s first concept album, famously weaving aggressive ’80s thrash influences (think Wehrmacht, Sarcofago, Repulsion) with complex classical arrangements, particularly inspired by German symphonies. However, “Hangman’s Hymn” never quite met the band’s own exacting standards in terms of its original execution and production.

Frontman Mirai Kawashima has personally undertaken the ambitious task of rectifying this. He’s meticulously re-recorded this intricate, at times overlooked masterpiece with Sigh’s current lineup and modern production sensibilities. The result is the newly titled “I Saw the World’s End – Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV,” set to drop on Peaceville on June 13th.

Mirai himself sheds light on the project’s genesis: ““Hangman’s Hymn”, which was released in 2007, is one of my best compositions of my whole career, but it does not necessarily mean that this is my favorite Sigh album. The excessively monotonous drumming must be the biggest issue. The guitars are sloppy. The production is far from the best. And my orchestrations and vocals could have been much better. So what if we re-record this with better musicians and today’s production? The idea was always in my head, and finally the time has come to make it happen. I do know that re-recording can be the double-edged sword. “Scorn Defeat” has some flaws. So does “Imaginary Sonicscape”. But I will never ever re-record those albums as I am sure that it would lose their magic. But “Hangman’s Hymn” is an exception. You can easily tell what I mean if you listen to this completely re-recorded version.”

With Nozomu Wakai on guitar and the formidable Mike Heller returning on drums, “I Saw the World’s End – Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV” is poised to be Sigh’s fiercest, most brutal, and most symphonic album to date. The flawless delivery from the new members, coupled with fresh orchestration featuring real orchestral instruments, brings an entirely new dimension to the work. The album’s enhanced production, courtesy of Lasse Lammert, and striking cover artwork by Eliran Cantor, complete this monumental re-imagining.

About SIGH:

Japanese black metal pioneers Sigh originally formed in 1989/1990. Their genre-defining debut, ‘Scorn Defeat,’ arrived in 1993 via Euronymous’ Deathlike Silence Productions. With each subsequent release, Sigh solidified their reputation as one of Japan’s most influential and revered metal exports. Their career has been a captivating journey through the strange and the psychedelic, eclectically incorporating a vast mix of genre styles and relentless experimentation. Sigh has consistently remained a vital creative force in the avant-garde metal landscape while fiercely maintaining their old-school roots, as powerfully demonstrated by their stellar 2022 album, ‘Shiki.’

Photo Credit: Itsutaka Takusagawa

“I Saw the World’s End – Hangman’s Hymn MMXXV” Tracklist:

  1. Introitus / Kyrie (MMXXV)
  2. Inked in Blood (MMXXV)
  3. Me-Devil (MMXXV)
  4. Dies Irae (MMXXV)
  5. The Master Malice (MMXXV)
  6. The Memories as a Sinner (MMXXV)
  7. Death with Dishonor (MMXXV)
  8. In Devil’s Arms (MMXXV)
  9. Overture (MMXXV)
  10. Rex Tremendae / I Saw the World’s End (MMXXV)
  11. Salvation in Flame / Confutatis (MMXXV)
  12. Finale: Hangman’s Hymn / In Paradisum / Das Ende (MMXXV)

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DIMMU BORGIR Announce The Chosen Legacy Summer 2025 European Tour

Norwegian symphonic black metal legends DIMMU BORGIR have officially unveiled the details of their highly anticipated The Chosen Legacy summer 2025 European tour. Fans can prepare for a run of festival and club appearances that will showcase the band’s signature blend of orchestral grandeur and blistering black metal fury.

Tour Dates:

🗓️ June 27 – Oslo, Norway – Tons Of Rock
🗓️ August 1 – Wacken, Germany – Wacken Open Air
🗓️ August 3 – Saint Maurice de Gourdans, France – Sylak Open Air
🗓️ August 6 – Tilburg, Netherlands – 013
🗓️ August 8 – Jaromer, Czech Republic – Brutal Assault
🗓️ August 10 – Kortrijk, Belgium – Alcatraz
🗓️ August 13 – Dinkelsbühl, Germany – Summer Breeze
🗓️ August 15 – Carhaix, France – Motocultor
🗓️ August 17 – Cudrefin, Switzerland – Rock The Lakes

New Album on the Horizon

Last month, DIMMU BORGIR returned to the studio with longtime producer Fredrik Nordström to craft the highly anticipated follow-up to 2018’s Eonian. This marks the band’s first album since the departure of longtime guitarist Galder (Thomas Rune Andersen) in August 2024.

In a recent interview with Jerry Kurunen of Rauta, guitarist Silenoz discussed the creative process behind the new material:

“We’ve been working on new material for quite a while. Even during the pandemic, we were each developing ideas individually before coming together to create something truly unique. We take our time to ensure that every album surpasses expectations, and this one will be no different.”

Although details remain scarce, Silenoz hinted at a return to a heavier, more orchestrated sound reminiscent of Abrahadabra and Eonian.

DIMMU BORGIR: Evolution & Lineup Stability

Over the years, DIMMU BORGIR has evolved from its raw Norwegian black metal roots into a symphonic powerhouse, blending cinematic orchestration with blistering intensity. Speaking on the band’s stylistic changes, Silenoz noted:

“We’ve never confined ourselves to traditional labels. Every album represents growth. Whether it’s the orchestrations of ‘Abrahadabra’ or the atmospheric elements of ‘Eonian,’ our music constantly evolves. The new album will take on its own life.”

Despite various lineup changes, the band’s core remains strong. DIMMU BORGIR’s official lineup is now:

🎤 Shagrath (Stian Tomt Thoresen) – Lead Vocals
🎸 Silenoz (Sven Atle Kopperud) – Rhythm Guitar
🥁 Dariusz “Daray” Brzozowski – Session Drums (since 2008)
🎹 Geir “Gerlioz” Bratland – Session Keyboards (since 2010)
🎸 Victor Brandt – Session Bass (since 2018)

Recent Releases & The Band’s Legacy

DIMMU BORGIR’s last full-length album, Eonian, was released in 2018, coinciding with the band’s 25th anniversary. The album solidified their reputation as one of symphonic metal’s most innovative forces, followed by worldwide tours and festival appearances.

In December 2023, they released Inspiratio Profanus, a collection of cover songs via Nuclear Blast Records. The compilation featured VENOM‘s thunderous “Black Metal”, DEEP PURPLE‘s “Perfect Strangers”, TWISTED SISTER‘s “Burn in Hell”, and classic renditions of CELTIC FROST, among others.

During the Inferno Festival, former band members ICS Vortex, Mustis, and Tjodalv rejoined DIMMU BORGIR on stage to perform “The Insight And The Catharsis” from their 1999 album Spiritual Black Dimensions, marking a nostalgic moment for longtime fans.

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