Dimmu Borgir

Norwegian symphonic black metal band

Dimmu Borgir is a Norwegian symphonic black metal band formed in 1993 in Oslo. The band's name is derived from an Icelandic volcanic formation, whose name means "dark cities" or "dark castles/fortresses" in Icelandic, Faroese and Old Norse. The group has gone through numerous lineup changes over the years; however, founding member Shagrath has remained consistent, serving as the vocalist since 1995. Dimmu Borgir gained international acclaim with their breakthrough album "Enthrone Darkness Triumphant" in 1997, which was their first release through Nuclear Blast Records and marked a significant shift towards a more polished sound with orchestral elements.