Belenos

Belenos is a one-man black metal project hailing from Brittany, France, masterminded by multi-instrumentalist Loïc Cellier. Since its formation in the mid-’90s, Belenos has been a pillar of the French pagan black metal scene, weaving raw aggression with atmospheric Celtic and Breton folk influences. Loïc’s music often celebrates Brittany’s rugged landscapes, ancient myths, and cultural identity, using Breton language lyrics and traditional instruments like flutes and harps alongside blistering guitars. Over the years, albums like *Kornog* and *Spicilège* have solidified Belenos’ reputation for creating immersive, melancholic soundscapes that feel both fiercely local and universally primal.

Recent releases like *Errances Oniriques* and *Yen Sonn Gardis* continue this legacy, balancing frostbitten riffage with hypnotic folk melodies. While Loïc keeps a relatively low profile, Belenos remains a cult favorite for fans of bands like early Ulver or Drudkh, offering a deeply personal take on black metal that’s rooted in ancestral spirit rather than trend-chasing.

Genres

Black Metal

Progressive Metal

Folk Metal

Atmospheric Black Metal

Melodic Black Metal

Post-black Metal

Pagan Metal

Celtic Metal

Breton Folk

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Latest Release

Egor

Belenos

Album - 12 Tracks - Released June 6, 2025