CD Burzum – Anthology

Experience the essential foundations of Norwegian Black Metal with Burzum’s Anthology. Released via Back On Black, this enhanced reissue compilation serves as a definitive retrospective of one of the genre's most influential and controversial solo projects. Created by Varg Vikernes, Burzum’s early discography defined the "heathen" aesthetic of the 1990s, pivoting away from traditional Satanism toward themes of Old Norse mythology, nature-romanticism, and a mourning for a lost pagan past.

This collection captures the raw, atmospheric production and "nihilistic pop" hooks that transformed the underground scene. The tracks featured showcase the evolution of Burzum’s sound—from the 1992 self-titled debut and its Babylonian-influenced odes to the legendary atmosphere of Hvis Lyset Tar Oss, a record frequently cited by critics and musicians as one of the greatest black metal albums of all time.

Key Features:

• Genre-Defining Sound: Includes landmark tracks like "A Lost Forgotten Soul" and "Det som en gang var (Was Einst War)."
• Enhanced Reissue: A high-quality CD compilation featuring professional packaging for collectors.
• Historical Significance: Chronicles the mid-90s era that solidified the "True Norwegian Black Metal" template.

Whether you are a longtime aficionado or new to the genre's dark history, this anthology provides an immersive entry point into the bleak, pastoral, and blistering world of Burzum.