Ihsahn - IHSAHN - Black Yolk

Ihsahn - IHSAHN - Black YolkMore than any other artist to emerge from the fertile black metal scene of the early '90s, Ihsahn has firmly established himself as an unpredictable maverick. Frontman and chief composer with the legendary Emperor, he re wrote the rulebook on epic extreme music across a series of albums that are still widely regarded as classics. Ihsahn's unique approach and liberated musical ethos ensured that when he embarked on a solo career, fans were primed to

ending up sounding classic and contemporary at once

fully realized triumph of a record from an art-punk band that's figured out how to focus on making great art

André 3000's eccentric hit "Hey Ya

Their trad bonafides are balanced with inquisitive playing that adds surprise as a formal songwriting and arranging tool

and we are honored to have him as part of the EMP family

these nineteen songs are a staggering collection of Russell's utterly distinct songwriting

and producer Mitch Davis steps out on his own with debut LP The Haunt

It is for that reason that so many other amazing musicians have supported him

Their first album since 1985's 'Don't Stand Me Down'

"Barth is a true seasoned folk music player

Renowned for his multi-layered melodies and authentic lyrics that are both deeply personal and highly relatable

Doro Pesch