Shining

SHINING exemplifies the audacious essence of black metal through its chilling atmospheres and complex compositions. The Swedish band's latest self-titled album features six tracks that take the listener on a journey of darkness and intensity, blending raw aggression with haunting melodies. Noteworthy for its exemplary musicianship, it demands attention with intricate guitar work, powerful vocals, and atmospheric layering that pushes the boundaries of the genre.

Founded by mastermind Niklas Kvarforth in Halmstad in 1996, SHINING has challenged conventional black metal norms with a modern yet profound take on the style. Released via Napalm Records in collaboration with The Sinister Initiative, the thematic content delves into existential dread and the human struggle against inevitable mortality, crafting narratives as immersive as the music itself. With their latest self-titled release Shining (2023), the Swedish outfit demonstrates their mastery of atmospheric black metal, creating compositions that are both technically proficient and emotionally devastating. Each track serves as a meditation on darkness, exploring themes of despair, transcendence, and the void that lies beyond human comprehension. The album stands as a testament to SHINING'S ability to craft music that is simultaneously brutal and beautiful, appealing to fans of Emperor, Darkthrone, Mayhem, Enslaved, and Gorgoroth while establishing their own distinctive voice within the black metal pantheon.

Supreme Chaos Records as partner for The Sinister Initiative offers exclusive limited editions and TIS releases in general.

Discography

1998 Submit to Selfdestruction (EP)
2000 I: Within Deep Dark Chambers
2001 II: Livets ändhållplats
2002 III: Angst, självdestruktivitetens emissarie
2005 IV: The Eerie Cold
2007 V: Halmstad (Niklas angående Niklas)
2009 VI: Klagopsalmer
2011 VII: Född förlorare
2012 Redefining Darkness
2015 IX: Everyone, Everything, Everywhere, Ends
2018 X: Varg utan flock
2023 Shining

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SHINING · I / Within Deep Dark Chambers | WHITE LP

⛧ Artist: SHINING ⛧ Genre: Black Metal ⛧ Label: The Sinister Initiative ⛧ Format: WHITE LP ⛧ Release: 26.06.2026

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SHINING · II / Livets Ändh̊allplats | WHITE LP

⛧ Artist: SHINING ⛧ Genre: Black Metal ⛧ Label: Silent Future Distribution ⛧ Format: WHITE LP ⛧ Release: 26.06.2026

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SHINING · III / Angst | WHITE LP

Black Metal. Released on 26/06/2026, via The Sinister Initiative. White vinyl in gatefold cover including exclusive A2 poster. Limited to 100 copies.

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SHINING · IV / The Eerie Cold | WHITE LP

⛧ Artist: SHINING ⛧ Genre: Black Metal ⛧ Label: The Sinister Initiative ⛧ Format: WHITE LP ⛧ Release: 26.06.2026

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SHINING · Feberdrömmar (Del Ett) | DIGIPAK CD

Black Metal. Released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Digipak CD edition. Originally intended as a re-issue of the "8 1/2" compilation…

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SHINING · Feberdrömmar (Del Ett) | GOLD LP

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Golden vinyl in gatefold sleeve mit soft touch finish. 180g vinyl. Limited to 100…

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SHINING · Feberdrömmar (Del Ett) | SILVER LP

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Silver vinyl in gatefold sleeve mit soft touch finish. 180g vinyl. Limited to 100…

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SHINING · Feberdrömmar (Del Ett) | WHITE LP

Black Metal. Released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. White vinyl in gatefold sleeve mit soft touch finish. 180g vinyl. Limited to 100 copies.

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SHINING · The Helsinki Tapes | BLACK LP

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Black vinyl, 180g vinyl, gatefold sleeve with soft foil finish, exclusive A3 poster,…

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SHINING · The Helsinki Tapes | CD

Black Metal. Released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Jewelcase CD.Limited to 1000 copies. Niklas Kvarforth has, on countless occasions,…

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SHINING · The Helsinki Tapes | GOLD LP

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SHINING · The Helsinki Tapes | SILVER LP

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SHINING · The Helsinki Tapes | WHITE LP

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 13/12/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. White vinyl, 180g vinyl, gatefold sleeve with soft foil finish, exclusive A3 poster,…

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SHINING · Lots Of Girls Gonna Get Hurt (Re-Release) | BLACK TAPE

Black Metal. Released on 31/05/2024, via Darkness Shall Rise Productions. Black music tape with 3-panel J-card. Limited to 300 copies.

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SHINING · VII: Född Förlorare (Re-Release) | BLACK TAPE

Black Metal. Tape, released on 31/05/2024, via Darkness Shall Rise Productions. Black music tape with 3-panel J-card. Limited to 300 copies.

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SHINING · VIII: Redefining Darkness (Re-Release) | BLACK TAPE

Black Metal. Tape, released on 31/05/2024, via Darkness Shall Rise Productions. Black music tape with 3-panel J-card. Limited to 300 copies.

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SHINING · IV: The Eerie Cold | CD

Black Metal. CD, released on 24/05/2024, via Peaceville Records. Jewelcase CD.

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SHINING · III: Angst | CRYSTAL CLEAR LP

Black Metal. Released on 26/04/2024, via Peaceville Records. Crystal Clear Vinyl, Anniversary Edition

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SHINING · VIII: Redefining Darkness (Re-Release) | DIGIPAK CD

Black Metal. Released on 29/03/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Deluxe digipak CD. 11-Year Anniversary Edition of the eighth SHINING album on…

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SHINING · VIII: Redefining Darkness (Re-Release) | PURPLE LP

Black Metal. Released on 29/03/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Purple vinyl, matte gatefold sleeve, exclusive A3 poster, limited to 100 copies.

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SHINING · VIII: Redefining Darkness (Re-Release) | WHITE LP

Black Metal. Released on 29/03/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. White vinyl, matte gatefold sleeve, exclusive A3 poster, limited to 237 copies.…

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SHINING · No Lives Matter | PATCH

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 01/01/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Black woven patch. 6,7 x 10 cm

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SHINING · Swedish Antihumanitarian Art | PATCH

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 01/01/2024, via The Sinister Initiative. Black woven patch. 8,5 x 10 cm

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SHINING · Shining | BLACK 2LP

Black Metal. Vinyl, released on 15/09/2023, via Napalm Records. Black double vinyl in gatefold sleeve.

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