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Helheim is a Norwegian black/viking metal band formed in 1992 in Bergen by vocalist/bassist V'gandr, guitarist H'grimnir, and drummer Hrymr. The outfit stands as one of the true pioneers and most respected forces of the early wave of Norwegian pagan/viking black metal. The band's sonic signature evolved from raw, aggressive black metal into a complex, progressive, and atmospheric sound incorporating horns, traditional instrumentation, and clean chant-like vocals. Conceptually and lyrically, the band is strictly dedicated to Norse mythology, runic lore, Viking heritage, the philosophy of death, and northern aesthetics.