Samael is a band known for their distinctive fusion of black metal and industrial music elements. Formed in 1987 in Switzerland by brothers Vorph (Vocals, Guitar) and Xy (Keyboards, Programming), Samael swiftly made an impression within the underground metal scene with their early release of "Worship Him" in 1991. Over time, they evolved from their raw black metal beginnings to a more refined industrial metal sound, a transition prominently marked by their album "Passage" in 1996.

Through a series of ambitious albums like "Solar Soul" (2007), "Lux Mundi" (2011), and "Hegemony" (2017), the band has pushed the boundaries of their music, both philosophically and sonically. Samael's thought-provoking lyrics often delve into spiritual and philosophical themes, matched by their dense, atmospheric soundscapes. The band's longevity and ability to continually reinvent themselves within the metal genre are evidenced by their more recent works, such as the assertive and dynamic "Hegemony." Not ones to rest on past glories, Samael continues to captivate listeners with reissues like "Eternal" (2019), which reinvigorated fan interest in their earlier work, while EPs like "Exodus" (1998) and timeless classics such as "Ceremony of Opposites" (1994) persist as seminal touchstones in their extensive discography.