Old Wainds

**Old Wainds** is a Russian black metal band hailing from the frostbitten Arctic outskirts of Murmansk, formed in 1996. Known for their icy, relentless sound, they’ve carved a niche in the underground with a raw blend of second-wave black metal intensity and themes steeped in winter, darkness, and Nordic mythology. The trio (originally featuring members like Khargash, Khius, and Nordwind) has maintained a cold, consistent vision across decades, channeling the bleakness of their northern homeland into frostbitten anthems like *Death Nord Kult* and *Nordraum*.

Their music often feels like a blizzard in audio form—fierce, unrelenting, and draped in nocturnal energy. Releases like *We Are the North… Mean Cold War…* and *Futhark* showcase their knack for frostbitten riffs and grim atmospherics, earning them a cult following among black metal purists. While lineup shifts have occurred over the years, Old Wainds remains a chilling force, embodying the stark beauty and harshness of the Arctic wilderness through their music.

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