“Something strange and magical happens in the town of Oslo, Norway over Easter week. Most of polite society flees to the mountains while a scourge of metal heads pour in from all over the globe to experience the four day extravaganza of extreme metal, hedonism & hepatocyte known as Inferno Festival. Subsequently, the entire city becomes a misanthropic miscreant’s soggy dream come true, and we’ve got the whole place to ourselves!” - Metal Injection
Inferno Metal Festival is now revealing the second wave of bands for its 2024 edition, taking place from March 28-31, 2024 across several venues in Oslo (NO). So far, the iconic festival is revealing a mixture of classic bands as well as some vital and exciting new-comers! The already impressive lineup now includes Carpathian Forest, Cattle Decapitation, Signs of the Swarm, Umbra Conscientia, 200 Stab Wounds and Vomit Forth. More will be announced soon!
The current lineup is now as follows:
Borknagar
Sólstafir
Finntroll
Carpathian Forest
Cattle Decapitation
Keep of Kalessin
Misþyrming
Saor
Konvent
Khold
Crypta
Signs of the Swarm
Extermination Dismemberment
Orm
Umbra Conscientia
200 Stab Wounds
Tilintetgjor
Imbalance
Nakkeknaekker
Vomit Forth
Horrifier
Single day tickets and passes are now available HERE.
Additional information about the newly added bands can be found below!
CARPATHIAN FOREST
Carpathian Forest is a renowned Norwegian black metal band that has left an indelible mark on the metal scene since its inception in 1992. The band released its first demo, 'Bloodlust and Perversion,' in 1992, which immediately garnered attention within the underground black metal scene. Carpathian Forest unleashed its debut album, 'Black Shining Leather,' in 1998, solidifying its place in the black metal pantheon. The band continued to release critically acclaimed albums such as 'Strange Old Brew' (2000), 'Defending the Throne of Evil' (2003), and 'Fuck You All!!!!' (2006). Over the years, Carpathian Forest has faced several line-up changes and tumultuous periods, but the music remained steadfast and captivating. The band's contributions to the genre has solidified their place as pioneers of Norwegian black metal.
CATTLE DECAPITATION
Cattle Decapitation is an American extreme metal band hailing from San Diego, California. Formed in 1996, the band has become one of the most prominent and influential acts in the realms of grindcore and death metal. Their early releases showcased their intense, rapid-fire instrumentation, aggressive vocals, and uncompromising brutality. Their 2009 album, 'The Harvest Floor,' marked a significant turning point, further expanding their sonic palette and incorporating a more progressive approach while maintaining their ferocity. Cattle Decapitation’s albums, such as 'Monolith of Inhumanity' (2012), 'The Anthropocene Extinction' (2015), and Death Atlas' (2019) have all received widespread acclaim, further solidifying their status in extreme metal.
SIGNS OF THE SWARM
Signs of the Swarm is an American deathcore band that has been making waves in the heavy music scene since their formation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2014. Renowned for their crushing and intense sound, the band has quickly gained recognition for their brutal approach to deathcore, combining ferocious instrumentation with guttural vocals and relentless aggression. In 2016, the band released their debut full- length album, 'Senseless Order,' which laid the groundwork for their signature sound. Their live shows are known for their energy and intensity, leaving audiences with a profound and unforgettable experience.
UMBRA CONSCIENTIA
From Costa Rica and Germany, the black metal band Umbra Conscientia returns to Norway after holding their very first gig at Beyond the Gates in Bergen in 2022. Their second album, 'Nigredine Mundi,' came out the same year by Terratur Possessions. The band swiftly gained a following with superb feedback all around. The band has yet again delivered an aggressive, heavy, hard hitting, pitch black metal album and there’s no holding back.
200 STAB WOUNDS
200 Stab Wounds is an American death metal band known for their brutal and unrelenting approach to extreme music. Their music is characterized by a fusion of traditional death metal elements with technicality, precision, and a touch of eerie ambiance, creating a visceral and haunting listening experience. 200 Stab Wounds’ debut album, 'Slave to the Scalpel,' was released in 2019, leaving fans hungry for what's next!
VOMIT FORTH
Vomit Forth is a brutal death metal band from Connecticut (U.S.A.). The band released their debut album, 'Seething Malevolence,' in 2022 to great acclaim. This will be Vomit Forth's first performance in Norway.
Official festival hotel - Clarion Hotel® The Hub:
In addition, Inferno Metal Festival is now revealing that the Clarion Hotel The Hub is once again the official hotel partner!
The audience, artists, media, and music industry personnel will gather at Clarion The Hub for happenings, partying and a good night sleep.
Moreover, The Inferno Music Conference will take place at the hotel prior to the festival doors opening on Thursday and Friday, for which more info will be revealed soon! Hotel guests will also be treated to an epic and inclusive breakfast buffet that runs until 11:00 A.M. (it's worth waking up early for!) as well as free access to the swimming pool and sauna.
The Hub boasts Oslo’s best location, right in the city centre, next to Oslo Central Station and the
Airport Express Train. It's also only about a five-minute walk from the iconic rock bars and venues in which Inferno Festival will be hosting bands and special events: Rockefeller & John Dee, Salt, Kniven, Vaterland, Brewgata and Rock In, allowing guest to travel freely without the expense of taxis or transit.
The special Inferno discount price is valid from March 24 to April 1, 2024. Extend your
stay and experience Oslo!
These prices will increase starting on February 28, 2024.
For more information can be found via the official Inferno Festival Website or directly via the hotel's website. The ”Inferno” booking code is enabled to get the discounted prices.
Be sure to stay tuned for more bands, special events and excursions, and more information on the Inferno Music Conference!
The iconic Inferno Metal Festival started in 2001 and is the longest running metal festival in
Norway and one of the most important extreme metal festivals in the world. We are very proud
of this position and we will continue fronting Norwegian metal and bringing bands from all over
the world to Norway. Inferno Metal Festival is being held four days at Rockefeller Music Halls’
two stages Rockefeller and John Dee as well as many smaller clubs around Oslo. The festival takes place during Easter in Norway when not a lot of other stuff is happening in Oslo. The festival are usually sold out and more than fifty percent of the audience are from outside of Norway. The ticket sales are from all over the world including China, Australia, Chile, Japan, Taiwan, Canada, USA, Columbia, Argentina and many more.
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