The 1996 debut from Arcturus, "Aspera hiems symfonia," introduced a unique blend of symphonic black metal and operatic vocals to the scene. It stands as a foundational work in the avant-garde metal genre.
- The album was released on June 3, 1996, by Ancient Lore Creations.
- It features the original lineup of Arcturus, including Garm, Knut Magne Valle, and Steinar Johnsen.
- The album was recorded at Toproom Studio in Norway.
Arcturus is a Norwegian avant-garde metal band formed in 1991, originally as a side project for Ulver members. They are known for their experimental approach to black and symphonic metal.
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