URGEHAL are keeping the faith and spirit of original Norwegian Black Metal and the band from Hønefoss has every right to do so. Ever since lead guitarist and singer Trondr Nefas founded URGRHAL with guitarist Enzifer as early as the year 1992, they have followed a strict policy of using satanic and misanthropic lyrics, heavy corpsepaint and spikes on stage as well as a dirty and harsh sound. Their massive brutality and onslaught of fierceness challenged the underground even in terms of Norwegian extreme music. This vitriolic viciousness became apparent already during URGEHAL's demo days with "Ferd" (1994) and "Rise of the Monument" (1995) and set them further apart with the release of their debut "Arma Christi" (1997). Their crushing second output "Massive Terrestrial Strike" (1998) finally established the name URGEHAL firmly on the list of most aggressive Black Metal hordes. While the band remained true to its traditional approach to the style during their next albums "Atomkinder" (2001), "Through Thick Fog Till Death" (2003), "Goatcraft Torment" (2006) and also the new "Ikonoklast" there are slight but effective changes. While still being Black Metal in the original sense, "Ikonoklast" offers impressive dynamics from doom-laden solemnity to furious outbreaks. An unholy groove adds to the malignant atmosphere permeating this Norwegian masterpiece. With their roots tight in the past URGEHAL now reach for the future of Black Metal! None shall resist!

Recording line-up:
Enzifer: Necrophiliaxe
Trondr Nefas: Demon Voice & Lead Guitar Fuck
Mannevond: Bulldozer Bass & Backing Vocals
Uruz: Drums from Hell
Renton: Drums on "Kniven Rider Dypt I Natt"