Avslut play traditional Scandinavian black metal, built on melodic, occasionally gothic-tinged riffing and carried by Swedish-language lyrics that are misanthropic in theme.
Formed in Stockholm in 2016 as a studio project by vocalist Christian Jönsson Baad and drummer Oscar Krumlinde, the band grew into a full line-up with guitarists Eddie Lindgren and Simon Olovsson. Their debut EP Vanskapt, mixed and mastered by Magnus “Devo” Andersson of Marduk, led to a deal with Osmose Productions, through which they released the albums Deceptis (2018) and Tyranni (2019) and the Förslavad EP (2019). Avslut have since built a live reputation, sharing stages with Watain, Dark Funeral and Marduk, playing Sweden Rock Festival and Tons of Rock in 2024, and supporting Landmvrks and Skindred. Elias Niemi joined on bass in 2024, replacing Dennis Holm.
Avslut state:
“It is with great pride and excitement that we can announce that Avslut have signed with Season of Mist.
As the band was formed ten years ago, this is a significant milestone for us and we are very much looking forward to this next chapter with our new alliance. To be able to work with such a legendary label, and with the people behind it, is nothing short of a great honor.
Going onwards, we are aware that our new album has taken a long time to manifest. Early on the band agreed that we would not do anything with unnecessary haste, and during that process we have taken our time to make it as true to our vision as possible. It is an understatement to say that we cannot wait to finally unleash it upon the world.”
Avslut means ending. For the band, this marks a beginning.
