Lustre is the artistic moniker for Henrik Sunding, a Swedish musician and composer known for his atmospheric and ambient take on black metal. Rising from the solitude of Sweden's expansive nature, Lustre began as an exploration of the interplay between light and darkness, a sonic depiction of the natural world's beauty and vastness. Since its inception, Lustre has captivated listeners with an evocative blend of synthesizer-driven atmospheres, entrancing melodies, and a distant, often minimalist, black metal undercurrent.

Henrik's discography as Lustre stretches back to the late 2000s, and through the years, he has refined his sound, delving deeper into the ethereal and serene. The thematic elements of his work often revolve around nature, introspection, and cosmos, which are embodied in the titles and the music itself. Albums like "Wonder," "Blossom," and "Still Innocence" have solidified Lustre's standing in the ambient black metal niche, captivating fans who seek both the contemplative and the majestic in their music. His more recent releases, such as "The Ashes of Light" and the dual conceptual pieces "Another Time, Another Place (Chapters One and Two)," demonstrate an ongoing commitment to atmospheric storytelling, inviting listeners into a dreamlike world that transcends the typical confines of genres.

Genres

Ambient Black Metal

Atmospheric Black Metal

Autonomous Black Metal

Cosmic Black Metal

Instrumental Black Metal

Post-black Metal

Swedish Black Metal

Voidgaze

Latest Release

Reverence

Lustre

Single - Released April 14, 2023