Fortíð

Fortíð is an Icelandic black metal band formed in 2002 by multi-instrumentalist Einar Thorberg Guðmundsson, who has remained the project’s driving force. Known for their raw, atmospheric sound and deep roots in Norse mythology, Fortíð’s music often explores themes of pagan spirituality, ancient prophecies, and apocalyptic visions, as heard in releases like their *Völuspá* trilogy (*Thor’s Anger*, *The Arrival of Fenris*, *Fall of the Ages*) and *World Serpent*. Their discography, including albums such as *Pagan Prophecies* and *9*, blends icy Scandinavian black metal ferocity with a reverence for Iceland’s cultural heritage.

While Fortíð has seen occasional collaborations over the years, Guðmundsson’s singular vision has kept the band’s sound consistently grim and immersive. Tracks like *Dómur Um Dauðan Hvern* and *The Loss and Curse of Reverence* showcase their knack for balancing melodic melancholy with unrelenting aggression. Though not as widely known as some Icelandic peers, Fortíð has carved a niche among fans of underground black metal who appreciate their unapologetic dedication to atmosphere and mythology.

Genres

Black Metal

Folk Metal

Latest Release

Narkissos

Fortíð

Album - 9 Tracks - Released October 13, 2023