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The Pain, will be exquisite (2025)
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Obnoxious (2022)
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Free the Witch EP (2018)
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Nidhogg is a heavy, power, and folk metal band from Chiclana de la Frontera in Cadiz province, active since 2017. Named after the Norse world-serpent, the band blends Viking themes with Mediterranean metal from the sherry-producing coast of Andalusia.
Athens-based melodic heavy metal act formed in 2013, crafting hook-laden compositions driven by twin guitar harmonies and soaring melodies. Their approach carries the anthemic spirit of classic heavy metal with a modern polish.
Niflheim is a symphonic heavy metal band from Paris, France, formed in 2022. Named after the primordial realm of ice in Norse mythology, their sound merges symphonic grandeur with traditional heavy metal power.
Born in Albuquerque in 2024, Night Child runs crossover thrash into hardcore's wall of noise at full speed, all sharp elbows and no brakes. High desert aggression with a punk spine and metal teeth.
Supergroup featuring members of Venomous Maximus, Necrofier, and punk act Bickley. Laser-focused 80s metal worship with punk grit, signed to Germany's High Roller Records.
Night Crime is a Helsinki-based heavy metal band channeling the spirit of 1980s glam and hair metal with authentic enthusiasm and tight execution. Their 2014 Metal Pollution EP showcases a sound recalling classic acts like Ratt, driven by energetic guitar work and strong vocal performances.
Night Dagger is a thrash/heavy metal band from Rouen, France, bringing high-energy thrash and heavy metal to the Normandy scene.
Night Games is a NWOBHM-influenced melodic heavy metal and hard rock band from Gwent, Wales, formed in 2016. Their sound pays homage to the New Wave of British Heavy Metal with melodic songwriting and classic hard rock energy.
Night Hunter is a heavy metal band from Archena in the Murcia region, active since 2020. The band stalks the night with classic heavy metal from southeastern Spain.
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