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Horna

Horna is a Finnish black metal band that emerged from the depths of the underground scene in 1993. Characterized by their unyielding commitment to the raw and grim essence of black metal, Horna has cemented their status as stalwarts of the genre. Over the years, they have consistently delivered a catalogue of works reverberating with themes of paganism, Satanism, and the dark history of their homeland. Founding member and driving force Shatraug (Mynni Luukkainen) has been instrumental in shaping the band's uncompromising sound, alongside a procession of members contributing to the collective darkness.

With a prolific output that includes numerous full-length albums, EPs, splits, and compilations, Horna has relentlessly spread their vision of black metal across the globe. Their recent release, "Kuoleman Kirjo" (2020), continues to unfurl the band’s trademark blend of icy melodies and lo-fi aggression, capturing the bleak essence of Scandinavian winters. Horna's unwavering dedication to the underground ethos and the abrasive, DIY aesthetic of early black metal remains unshaken, even as they venture through their third decade of existence. Their discography, punctuated by records such as "Hengen Tulet" (2015) and "Askel lähempänä Saatanaa" (2013), has become an indelible fragment of black metal's dark history, reflecting the band's evolution while retaining the raw, visceral sound that has defined them since their inception.

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