Turkish black metal is a distinctive variant of black metal that incorporates the dark, aggressive attributes common to the genre with an often perceptible incorporation of Middle Eastern musical elements, folklore, and thematic nuance. Characterized by its intense, fast-paced rhythms, shrieking vocals, and atmospheric use of both traditional and unconventional instruments, this subgenre maintains the blasphemous and anti-establishment ethos typical to black metal. The lyrical content may delve into ancient Anatolian myths, political unrest, and existential despair, often reflecting the complex cultural and historical landscapes of Turkey. Bands such as Moribund Oblivion and Cursed In Eternity exemplify the genre's raw energy and melancholic undertones, encapsulating a unique sound that manages to be both regionally grounded and universally resonant within the global black metal community.

Nocturnal Elegies

Sabhankra

Album - 8 Tracks - Released January 24, 2025