About Lord Ahriman

Lord Ahriman: The True Emperor amongst the Kings of Swedish Black Metal

Enter the void, where the blackest realms of Metal reside. This is where darkness calls, and where legends are forged.

When the history of Black Metal is spoken, one cannot overlook the kingdom of Sweden. Dark Funeral, the unparalleled titans of the genre, stand as pioneers of Swedish Black Metal, a title rightfully bestowed upon them by devoted fans worldwide. Formed in 1993, Dark Funeral’s legacy would be incomplete without the visionary presence of Lord Ahriman, the band’s founding member and enduring force.

Hailing from the cold northern town of Luleå, Sweden, Lord Ahriman was raised in a musically-inclined household, where his passion for music blossomed early. By 1989, he was honing his songwriting skills, and between 1989 and 1992, he led his first band, Satan’s Disciples. His journey took him to Stockholm in 1991, where, two years later, Dark Funeral was born (at first the band was called "Ahriman", before changing the name to Dark Funeral).

On May 4, 1994, Dark Funeral’s self-financed, self-titled EP shocked the world, paving the way for the band’s genre-defining sound. But it was with their debut full-length album, *The Secrets of the Black Arts* (1996), that the band forever altered the landscape of Black Metal. This groundbreaking release was hailed as one of the first truly anthemic Melodic Black Metal albums, with its striking melodies and intricate guitar work creating an atmosphere so dark and compelling that many listeners were convinced keyboards were involved. Yet, there were no keyboards—just raw, masterful guitar.

 To date, Dark Funeral has released seven full-length albums, continuing to push the boundaries of Black Metal. Their sixth album, *Where Shadows Forever Reign* (2016), earned two prestigious awards: the P3 Gold for Rock/Metal and the Metal Hammer Award for Metal Anthem. In 2018, Lord Ahriman himself received the SKAP Metal Award for his songwriting prowess, with the organization declaring, “He alone sits on the throne of the kingdom of dark metal; he creates raging music with moods and sounds that send shivers down the spine and are beloved by fans worldwide.”

March 18, 2022, saw the release of *We Are The Apocalypse*, Dark Funeral’s seventh album. True to its name, the record delves deeper into realms of darkness and despair, showcasing Lord Ahriman’s unyielding ability to conjure malevolent atmospheres through his exceptional guitar work. Since their early days, the band’s evolution has only heightened the power and intensity of their sound, and their mastery remains unmatched.

At the core of Dark Funeral’s music lies Lord Ahriman’s raw, unfiltered darkness and signature shredding technique, which continues to resonate with fans across the globe. His vision remains at the helm of one of Black Metal’s most enduring and influential bands.

Discography:

2022 | Dark Funeral | We Are The Apocalypse
2016 | Dark Funeral | Where Shadows Forever Reign
2015 | Dark Funeral | Nail Them To The Cross [Single]
2009 | Dark Funeral | Angelus Exuro pro Eternus
2008 | Dark Funeral | Attera Orbis Terrarum - Part 2 [Live]
2007 | Dark Funeral | Attera Orbis Terrarum - Part 1 [Live]
2005 | Dark Funeral | Attera Totus Sanctus
2004 | Dark Funeral | De Profundis Clamavi Ad Te Domine [Live]
2001 | Wolfen Society | Conquer Divine
2001 | Dark Funeral | Diabolis Interium
2000 | Dark Funeral | Teach children to worship Satan [EP]
1998 | Dark Funeral | Vobiscum Satanas
1996 | Dark Funeral | The Secrets Of The Black Arts
1994 | Dark Funeral | Dark Funeral | MCD [EP]

Music Awards:

  • P3 GOLD: Rock/Metal "Where Shadows Forever Reign" [2016]
  • Metal Hammer Awards: Metal Anthem "As One We Shall Conquer" Song [2016]
  • SKAP “Metal Award” [2018/Songwriter]

Previous Bands:

  • Satans Disciples [1989-92]

Guest Appearances:

  • The Electric Hellfire Club - Electronomicon [2002]Thookian Vortex - Track: Into The
  • Nagual - Co-writing [2007]
  • Wolfpack 44 - The Scourge [2016]

Lord Ahriman Online:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lordahriman
Official Facebook: www.facebook.com/LordAhriman666
Official Twitter: www.twitter.com/Lord_Ahriman
Official Instagram: www.instagram.com/lordahrimanofficial

NORTH AMERICAN STORE
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Lord Ahriman proudly endorses:

EVH Gear
Dunlop
Fishman
Blackshadows Tattoos
Infernum Tattoo NYC
Apocalypse Tattoo (Berlin)

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Dark Funeral Online:

Official Website: www.darkfuneral.se
Official Webstore: www.diaboliswear.com
Official Facebook: www.facebook.com/darkfuneral
Official Instagram: www.instagram.com/darkfuneralofficial
Official Twitter: www.twitter.com/darkfuneral