Ulver

Ulver is a Norwegian black metal band formed in 1993 by Kristoffer Rygg and Jørn H. Sværen. The band is known for its atmospheric and melancholic sound, which often incorporates elements of folk music and ambient noise. Ulver's lyrics are typically written in Norwegian and deal with themes of nature, mythology, and the human condition. The band's name is derived from the Old Norse word for "wolf."

Ulver's discography includes eight studio albums, with their debut album, "Bergtatt," released in 1995. The band's most commercially successful album is "Themes from William Blake's The Marriage of Heaven and Hell," which was released in 2008. Ulver has also released several live albums and EPs, as well as a compilation album.

Ulver's music has been praised for its atmospheric and melancholic sound, as well as its lyrical themes. The band has been compared to other black metal bands such as Mayhem and Burzum, but Ulver's sound is often described as more atmospheric and less aggressive. Ulver has also been praised for its use of folk music and ambient noise in its compositions.

Ulver has been a controversial band due to its association with black metal and its use of occult symbols in its artwork. The band has also been criticized for its use of live animals in its music videos. Despite these controversies, Ulver has remained a popular and influential band in the black metal genre.