Naglfar is a Swedish melodic black metal band that has cemented its name in the annals of extreme metal with their uncompromising and relentless sound. Formed in 1992 in Umeå, Sweden, by Jens Rydén and Kristoffer Olivius, the band quickly gained recognition in the black metal scene for their skillful blend of raw aggression and melodic elements. Despite undergoing several lineup changes throughout their career, Naglfar has maintained a consistent presence in the metal world, driven by Olivius' shift from bassist to vocalist following Rydén's departure, and the consistently sharp guitar work of Andreas Nilsson and Marcus E. Norman.

Naglfar has a noteworthy discography that showcases their evolution and firm grip on their signature sound. Notable releases such as "Vittra" (1995), which later saw a re-issue in 2023, and "Diabolical" (1998), also re-issued in 2023, have become genre-defining records, earning the band a dedicated following. Following years of anticipation, Naglfar returned with a dark opus titled "Cerecloth" in 2020, which featured tracks like "Cry of the Serafim" and "Vortex of Negativity" that reaffirmed their status as titans of the genre. The consistency in their output, with albums like "Téras" (2012), "Harvest" (2007), "Pariah" (2005), and "Sheol" (2003), along with the visceral intensity of the "Ex Inferis" EP, has ensured Naglfar's enduring legacy and influence on the black metal scene.