AVSLUT, the Stockholm black metal band whose name translates as “Ending”, have signed with Season of Mist. The announcement arrives seven years after the release of their last full-length, Tyranni, and details of the band’s new album will follow in due course.
Avslut play traditional Scandinavian black metal, built on melodic, occasionally gothic-tinged riffing and carried by Swedish-language lyrics that are misanthropic in theme.
Formed in Stockholm in 2016 as a studio project by vocalist Christian Jönsson Baad and drummer Oscar Krumlinde, the band grew into a full line-up with guitarists Eddie Lindgren and Simon Olovsson. Their debut EP Vanskapt, mixed and mastered by Magnus “Devo” Andersson of Marduk, led to a deal with Osmose Productions, through which they released the albums Deceptis (2018) and Tyranni (2019) and the Förslavad EP (2019). Avslut have since built a live reputation, sharing stages with Watain, Dark Funeral and Marduk. Elias Niemi joined on bass in 2024, replacing Dennis Holm.
Avslut state:
“It is with great pride and excitement that we can announce that Avslut have signed with Season of Mist.
As the band was formed ten years ago, this is a significant milestone for us and we are very much looking forward to this next chapter with our new alliance. To be able to work with such a legendary label, and with the people behind it, is nothing short of a great honor.
Going onwards, we are aware that our new album has taken a long time to manifest. Early on the band agreed that we would not do anything with unnecessary haste, and during that process we have taken our time to make it as true to our vision as possible. It is an understatement to say that we cannot wait to finally unleash it upon the world.”
ONLINE
LINEUP
Christian Jönsson Baad - Vocals
Eddie Lindgren - Lead Guitars
Simon Olovsson - Rhythm Guitars
Elias Niemi - Bass
Oscar Krumlinde - Drums
BIOGRAPHY/LOGO
Avslut is a Swedish black metal band formed in Stockholm in 2016 by vocalist Christian Jönsson Baad and drummer Oscar Krumlinde. Initially conceived as a studio project, the band quickly evolved into a full-fledged musical force with the addition of guitarists Eddie Lindgren and Simon Olovsson.
Drawing inspiration from the uncompromising traditions of Scandinavian black metal, Avslut developed a fierce and aggressive sound characterized by relentless blast beats, razor-sharp guitar riffs, haunting melodies, and venomous vocals. Their lyrical themes explore hatred, misanthropy, human suffering, and the darker aspects of existence.
The band's early material attracted attention within the Swedish underground, particularly their debut EP Vanskapt, which was mixed and mastered by Magnus "Devo" Andersson, known for his work with Marduk. The release helped Avslut secure a recording contract with the French extreme metal label Osmose Productions.
In 2018, Avslut unleashed their debut full-length album, Deceptis. Featuring nine tracks of ferocious yet atmospheric black metal, the album established the band as a promising force within the Swedish extreme metal scene. Their music combined the raw intensity of traditional black metal with a strong sense of melody and carefully constructed arrangements.
The following year saw the release of Tyranni (2019), their second full-length album. Expanding upon the foundations of their debut, the record delivered nine compositions filled with blistering aggression, sinister atmospheres, and powerful melodic passages. The album further strengthened Avslut's reputation for uncompromising and technically accomplished black metal.
Alongside their studio recordings, Avslut developed a reputation as an intense live act, sharing stages with prominent Swedish black metal bands such as Watain, Dark Funeral, and Marduk.
In 2024, bassist Elias Niemi replaced Dennis Holm, marking a new chapter in the band's development. In November 2026, Avslut announced their signing with Season of Mist, signaling renewed activity and preparations for the next phase of their musical journey.
With their relentless dedication to the darker traditions of extreme metal, Avslut continue to represent the uncompromising spirit of Swedish black metal.
DISCOGRAPHY
Full-length albums:
Deceptis – 2018
Tyranni – 2019
EPs:
Vanskapt – 2016 (reissued 2017)
Förslavad – 2019
Splits:
Förslavad / Krigsmakt – 2019 (with Nordjevel)
GENRE/COUNTRY
Black Metal
Sweden
