by Bram Teitelman | Jun 27, 2016 | Lists
For the most part, metal can’t catch a break when it comes to mainstream media. Whether it’s indie rock purists with outdated ideas of what “metal” is, or others that just don’t take it seriously, even though it’s a banner year for...
by Zach Shaw | May 10, 2016 | New Music, News
Kvelertak has already offered up three tracks off of Nattesferd. And while we only have a few more days till the album actually comes out, the Norwegian outfit is offering fans an advance listen to their new album in its entirety. Not only is Rolling Stone hosting the...
by Metal Insider | May 9, 2016 | New Music, News, Video
If you’re like me, Kvelertak’s newest material hasn’t quite scratched the itch that they’ve left us with since their 2010 debut, Kvelertak. The self-titled album was a refreshing kick to the teeth that rolled heavy doses of fun into their black...
by Bram Teitelman | Apr 11, 2016 | New Music, News, Video
In my opinion, Kvelertak’s debut album is one of the best albums of the decade. Blending black metal with big rock riffs, it sounded like Turbonegro on even more speed, or Converge covering KISS. The band’s sophomore album, Meir, was more of the same,...
by Bram Teitelman | Apr 8, 2016 | News, Video
We’re not sure if the members of Kvelertak were alive in 1985, but if they were, let’s assume they lived a hell of a different life than we did. One that involves jumping naked into pools, beating people into a bloody pulp, blowing up toilets, throwing...