Ancient (band)

Ancient is a Norwegian band that, while not really Troll Metal , had troll metal themes on their 1994 EP 'Trolltaar'. The band started as a solo project of guitarist ''Aphazel'' in 1992 , subsequently adding drummer ''Grimm''. Time went; they released their debut album, shortly after which ''Grimm'' left the band. ''Aphazel'' then moved to the United States , formed a new line-up and became obsessed with Vampirism .

Ancient used to have a raw Black Metal sound, similar to Darkthrone 's works. Beginning with ''The Cainian Chronicle'', they moved towards a more Nordic/atmospheric blackmetal sound, like Emperor . After a period of turmoil concerning their line-up, including the exit of founder ''Aphazel'', they went on to add Gothic -style instruments such as Violin s, female vocals and synthesizers to their music. Most of their records, with the exception of ''Det Glemte Riket'', have been issued on Metal Blade Records .

DISCOGRAPHY

'' Svartalvheim '' (1994)

'' Trolltaar '' (1994) EP

'' The Cainian Chronicle '' (1996)

'' Mad Grandiose Bloodfiends '' (1997)

'' Halls Of Eternity '' (1999)

'' Det Glemte Riket '' (1999)

'' Proxima Centauri '' (2001)

'' Night Visit '' (2004)

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