Valkenrag was formed in 2006 as a side project, but became an active live band in 2013. Their music blends melodic death metal with elements of black metal, while the lyrical themes draw heavily from pagan traditions – especially Slavic and Norse mythology.
The band released two full-length albums: “Twilight of Blood and Flesh” (2015) and “Chasing the Gods” (2018), as well as the demo “Nord Wind” and the self-titled EP “Valkenrag“. In 2025, they released a new EP titled “Fury Untamed“, and are currently working on their next full-length record.
“Fury Untamed” is the latest EP by Valkenrag, delivering a raw and relentless strike straight into the heart of chaos, fury, and the fight for identity. Across five tracks, the band explores a range of moods and themes – from mythological reflections to personal reckonings with loss, vengeance, and resistance.
Track by track by band leader, Lorghat: “The title track “Fury Untamed” draws symbolic inspiration from the Norse myth of Fenrir breaking free from his chains – a metaphor for an unstoppable force rising beyond control. Though not named explicitly, the spirit of Fenrir and Tyr looms large over the song. “Retribution” channels rage and sorrow into a tale of revenge. “Unreachable Horizon” contemplates the endless pursuit of meaning and purpose – the horizon that always seems just out of reach. “Descendant of Chaos” brings a darker, more haunting tone, evoking the presence of an unseen predator lurking in the night. The EP closes with “Bleed to Be” – a battle cry for heritage, bloodline, and defiance against imposed beliefs.“
Lyrically, the EP weaves together Norse mythology, personal experience, and cultural commentary. Musically, it remains firmly rooted in heavy, aggressive metal – blending elements of death, black, and epic melodic metal, drawing inspiration from the likes of Amon Amarth, Bathory, and Behemoth.
The cover artwork depicts Fenrir at the moment of breaking free – a visual reflection of the unleashed fury that defines this release.
EP “Fury Untamed” was recorded, mixed, and mastered by Mariusz Konieczny at Heavy Gear Studio (Hellspawn, Odium Humani Generis, Warfist). Cover artwork was done by Katarzyna Jakubska, whereas booklet design by Aleksandra Krucza. Band photo session by Maria Niemczycka.
EP was released on April 25, 2025 on CD with cooperation of Polish label Art of the Night Productions (order).
For promotional purposes of upcoming record, Valkenrag is going to play some live shows in Poland. The remaining tour dates are as follows:
17.05.2025 – KRAKÓW, Garage Pub | fb event
30.05.2025 – ŁÓDŹ, Wooltura | fb event
31.05.2025 – POZNAŃ, Pod Minogą | fb event
Tickets: 60 PLN
TRACKLIST:
- Fury Untamed
- Retribution
- Unreachable Horizon
- Descendant of Chaos
- Bleed to Be
LINE-UP:
Lorghat (ex-Chordata, ex-Tumour of Soul) – guitars, vocals, orchestrations
Ulfar (Nerville, Bestia) – bass
Bolson (ex-Dead Conception, Bestia) – guitars
Njal (ex-Dead Conception) – drums
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