Mayhem is a Norwegian black metal band formed in Oslo in 1984. They were one of the pioneers of the Norwegian black metal scene, and their music has profoundly influenced the black metal …

Founded by Jørn Stubberud (Necrobutcher), and Kjetil (Manheim) under the name Musta (Finnish for "black"), which they changed to Mayhem after Øystein Aarseth (Euronymous) joined in.

Nov 4, 2025 · Forty-one years since the band's formation in Langhus, MAYHEM remains a defining force in Norwegian black metal, continuing to shape the sound it helped create.

Apr 10, 2025 · Mayhem, the legendary and controversial black metal band is wrapping up their Decibel Magazine Tour of 2025. Mayhem are celebrating 40 years of darkness, chaos and evil.

Recent times have seen MAYHEM continue to evolve. The band’s current line-up – veteran members Necrobutcher (bass) and Hellhammer (drums), alongside guitarists Teloch and Ghul, …

Mar 22, 2025 · A few weeks before the pioneering Norwegian black metal band Mayhem set off for a North American tour celebrating its 40th anniversary, the frontman Attila Csihar sounded …

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Mayhem Logo. Mayhem is a Norwegian black metal band. It was formed by guitarist Euronymous, bassist Necrobutcher, and drummer Manheim in 1984.

Oct 19, 2022 · There is almost no need to write an introduction for a band such as Mayhem. Unarguably the most iconic and historically significant band in the history of Black Metal, they …

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