Today we’re unboxing album number 13, and it’s going to be pitch-black.

Founded in 2023, this project from northern France has already released two albums forged from coal and ash.
Where coal was once mined from the depths of the earth, they now delve into the blackest abysses of the human soul.
Their sound is raw, visceral, and oppressive, transporting us into the depths of the earth—a dark, subterranean, and menacing world.

Welcome to the castle ruin, Galibot!

Today’s feature is sure to evoke the vibes of the early years of a certain scene icon.

The band formed in 2023 in the dark forests of Sweden and, with their blackened folk metal, skillfully blends metal elements seamlessly with folk melodies to create a distinctive and atmospheric sound.

Welcome to the castle ruin, Blodmärkt!

Before we hit you with another band announcement, here’s a look at the full list of all the bands confirmed so far!

It’s looking pretty good already, don’t you think?

Which band are you most excited to see so far?

Harakiri for the sky
Saor
Asagraum
Ellende
dordeduh
Midnight Odyssey
Grimner
Munarheim (official)
Bedrängnis
Avertat
Alraunen

Our Austrian neighbors have a lot to offer—including musically, especially when it comes to black metal.
We’re all the more excited to welcome one of the most promising bands back to our stage after a five-year hiatus.

Founded in 2011, this post-black metal band has seen steady growth, culminating this year in a highly successful headlining tour.
Lyrically, their work explores profound themes: from early reflections on misanthropy, nature, and isolation to later explorations of human nature, social criticism, war, loss, despair, and dementia.

Welcome to the castle ruins, Ellende!

After a few quieter years for the band, they’re back—and they’ve brought a new album with them. Their album “Stormvingar” was released just a few days ago, seamlessly picking up where the Swedish folk-metal band’s fantastic previous albums left off.
It will have been five years since they last visited us, and we’re really looking forward to once again enjoying their dynamic, captivating music and their high-energy live show.

Welcome to the castle ruin, Grimner!

After three years, the exceptional Australian band led by mastermind Dis Pater is returning to our castle.
The atmospheric black metal band was founded in 2007 and has released nine albums to date, captivating us not only on record but also live on our stage in 2024.
The band explores a wide range of themes, including death, outer space, spirituality, mythology, and misanthropy.

Welcome to the castle ruin, Midnight Odyssey!

Next up is the eighth band.
It’s been an incredible twelve years since they were last with us.
A lot has happened during that time, so it was about time for the guys and girls to come back and see us again.
Founded in 2007, this black symphonic folk metal band has released four albums to date and will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with us next year.

Welcome to the castle ruins, Munarheim (official)!

What a great day to give you a band update—don’t you agree?

We’re thrilled that the band will be gracing us with their presence at Dark Troll once again after a 13-year hiatus. Although they did play at our castle—at Fimbul—back in 2020, it’s still been way too long!

This exceptional Austrian post-black metal band was formed in 2011 and has released eight albums to date.

Themes of despair, loss, love, and existential struggles have always formed the foundation of their unmistakable sound.

One thing is certain: it’s going to be an emotionally intense experience, no matter what.

Welcome to the castle ruins, Harakiri for the sky!

Today we have the flyer featuring all the bands confirmed so far.

Of course, we haven’t been sitting idle and have already booked more great bands for the sixteenth Dark Troll.

With this post, however, we’re taking a short summer break before continuing with the next band announcements.

We’re thrilled that the group led by our longtime friend Ingo will be joining us for the third year in a row.

Once again, they’ll be bringing back their workshop, which has been very well received by all of you. But that’s not all—a very special surprise also awaits you next year. Stay tuned!

We’ll reveal more at a later date.

Founded in 2025, this ritual folk band is made up of top-notch, experienced musicians and has already proven with its first two songs that it can stand shoulder to shoulder with the biggest names in the genre.

Welcome to the castle ruin, Alraunen!