Helvitnir delivered a tremendous performance at Spetakkelfestivalen! A slightly muddy sound initially blurred the details, but thankfully this was soon corrected, allowing the band’s power and intensity to shine through.

Mark’s fierce, commanding vocals spearheaded the assault, backed by scorching guitars from Lars and Tom Arild. Stepping in for an unavailable Leonid, drummer Karelius Ihlang delivered the goods with conviction.

The set drew heavily from their debut album, Wolves of the Underworld (2025), with “Throes of Transformation”, “Void of Emptiness” and “Imagery of Deceit” showcasing their blend of aggression and dark melody. “Helvitnir”, “Odinsbane” and the closing “Draugr” further underlined the strength of that record, while “Scorched in Hellfire” took us back to the Helborn EP (2024).

A particularly poignant moment came with “In Nomine Satanas”, the title track from Ragnarok’s 2002 album, performed as a tribute to their fallen comrade Jontho. A powerful salute to an absent friend, adding emotional weight to an already memorable concert.

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