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 genre.

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.

2 days ago · Norwegian black metal icons Mayhem’s new album Liturgy Of Death is coming out in about a month’s time and they’re back with yet another taste of what’s to come. Rather than focus on a …

12 hours ago · Black metal legends Mayhem return with "Life Is a Corpse You Drag" from their new album Liturgy of Death, out February 6.

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, and enigmatic …

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.

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 contemplative.

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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.