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Darkthrone Announces 'Pre-Historic Metal' for May 8, Unveils Title Track

Marking 40 years since their formation, the band leans into an old‑style mix spanning thrash, black, heavy, doom across eight riff‑driven songs.

Overview

  • Pre-Historic Metal arrives May 8 on Peaceville Records, with pre-orders now available.
  • The title track is out with a video created by Matthew Vickerstaff.
  • Fenriz frames the record as using old style to create something new, emphasizing loud guitars, tighter songwriting, and a more collaborative studio approach.
  • The album was recorded at Chaka Khan Studios in Oslo with producers Ole Øvstedal, Silje Høgevold, and Mads Luis, and mastered by Jack Control and Maor Appelbaum.
  • The announcement includes a full eight-song track list, confirming a concise, riffs-first set.