{"id":374,"date":"2026-01-30T00:04:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T22:04:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.hansweb.dk\/?p=374"},"modified":"2026-02-02T17:57:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T15:57:18","slug":"endarken-denmark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.hansweb.dk\/index.php\/2026\/01\/30\/endarken-denmark\/","title":{"rendered":"Endarken \ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddf0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Endarken<\/strong> is a high-octane melodic death and thrash metal band from Copenhagen<\/strong>.<\/sup> Formed in 2017, the group is a “supergroup” of sorts within the Danish underground, consisting of veteran musicians from legendary acts like HateSphere<\/strong>, Chaoswave<\/strong>, and The Vision Ablaze<\/strong>.<\/sup> They are known for a sound that bridges the gap between the “Gothenburg” melodic style and modern, technical groove metal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Band Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Origin:<\/strong> Copenhagen, Denmark<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Formed:<\/strong> 2017<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Genre:<\/strong> Melodic Death Metal \/ Thrash Metal \/ Groove Metal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Label:<\/strong> Independent<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Core Themes:<\/strong> Dystopia, social decay, disinformation, and inner darkness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    History & “The Plague of Truth”<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The band spent their first few years in the shadows, perfecting a sound that they describe as “disciplined brutality.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Featured Album: The Plague of Truth<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Released on September 9, 2021<\/strong>, this debut full-length was a statement of intent for the band.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • The Production:<\/strong> The album was mixed and mastered by the world-renowned Tue Madsen<\/strong> at Antfarm Studios (known for his work with Meshuggah<\/em>, The Haunted<\/em>, and Behemoth<\/em>), ensuring a massive, clinical, and crushing sound.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • The Artwork:<\/strong> The striking cover art was created by Jeff Christensen<\/strong>, perfectly capturing the dystopian themes of the music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Musical Style:<\/strong> Critics described the album as “monumental and commanding.” It features 14 tracks that alternate between lightning-fast thrashers and mid-tempo, neck-breaking grooves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Key Tracks:<\/strong> “Prophets of Apathy,”<\/em> “Da Stargo Tora,”<\/em> “Reawake the Wolves,”<\/em> and the epic closer “Dead Swan Ballet.”<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Career Milestones & 2026 Activity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Since their debut, Endarken has become one of Denmark’s most reliable live acts, frequently appearing at major festivals:<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • N\u00e6stved Metalfest:<\/strong> The band has a strong history with NMF, having performed a high-energy set in 2021<\/strong> (their debut year) and returning to “crush the battlefield” at the 2025<\/strong> edition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 2025 Breakthrough:<\/strong> They made national headlines in Denmark in 2025, headlining the HXC Kids tour<\/strong> and receiving a rare 6-star review in Gaffa Magazine<\/strong>, even appearing on national TV (Go’morgen Danmark<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Upcoming for 2026:<\/strong> Endarken is currently in the final stages of completing their second full-length album, which is scheduled for release in late spring 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        Current Lineup (2026)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        • Hjalte Sejr Bertelsen:<\/strong> Vocals (Joined in 2024, also of Billy Boy in Poison<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Henrik “Guf” Rangstrup:<\/strong> Guitars (ex-Chaoswave, Mother of All<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Anders H\u00f8eg:<\/strong> Guitars<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Jamie de la Sencerie:<\/strong> Bass (ex-Lamentari<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dennis Buhl:<\/strong> Drums (ex-HateSphere, ex-Evil Masquerade<\/em>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          Note:<\/strong> The band recently updated their lineup with Hjalte on vocals, replacing founding vocalist Tim Nederveen, which has added a more aggressive, “hardcore” edge to their newer material.<\/sup><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

          NewMetalRelease | \ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddf0 Denmark \ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddf0 | Release date: 09092021 | Band: Endarken | Genre: Melodic Death\/Groove Metal | Album: The Plague of Truth | Label: Independent<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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