Formed originally in 1996, Rakoth have always set out to be something of an enigma. Named after a character in Nick Perumov's "Chronicle of Hjorvard", Rakoth is the half-god, the so-called "True Mage", who had the title "Master Of Darkness".


The band's unique take on black metal, combining intelligent song-writing skills with a Tolkein inspired folk leaning was apparent from the beginning.... (read more)