Best 100 experimental black metal releases

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Description of experimental black metal music

Experimental black metal is a subgenre of black metal that emphasizes experimentation and unconventional approaches to composition and production. It often incorporates elements from other genres, such as ambient, noise, avant-garde, and even jazz and classical music. The music is characterized by its use of dissonant chords, unconventional song structures, and unconventional rhythms, as well as a tendency towards atmosphere and texture over traditional melody and harmony. The lyrics often deal with philosophical, metaphysical, and occult themes. Some well-known experimental black metal bands include Blut Aus Nord, Deathspell Omega, and Leviathan.

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