Antipope

**Antipope** is a Finnish extreme metal act hailing from Jyväskylä, formed in 2004 by vocalist/guitarist Mikko Myllykangas. Known for blending blackened death metal with progressive and melodic twists, their sound weaves together raw aggression, atmospheric depth, and unexpected hooks. Themes of existential angst, anti-religious satire, and mythic storytelling run through tracks like "Church of Wolves" and "Rex Mundi," showcasing their knack for pairing philosophical lyricism with blistering riffs.

Over the years, Antipope has built a cult following with releases like *Denial/Survival* (2021) and their 2023 offering *Doors of the Dead*, balancing DIY ethos with polished ferocity. While lineup shifts have occurred, Myllykangas remains the creative core, steering the band’s unapologetically dark yet inventive vision. Their work—like the haunting "Twilight of the Grey Gods"—cements their reputation as Finland’s unconventional metal rebels.