Norwegian hard rock band Gjenferd premiere new single »Bliss«; available now on all major streaming platforms!

In the wake of their second album »Black Smoke Rising«, Norwegian hard rock band Gjenferd releases a brand new single »Bliss« this Friday, April 10th, 2026.

Listen to Gjenferd’s new single »Bliss« on all major streaming platforms!

»Black Smoke Rising«, released March 6th, 2026 on Apollon Record, has received strong reviews both nationally and internationally, including 3. place on Doom Charts in March 2026.

“Bridging the gap between modern heavy rock and the spirit of the 70’s, Gjenferd takes the best of both worlds and channels it into something fresh and powerful, with »Black Smoke Rising« standing as an album of the year contender for this Doom Charts contributor.” – Jon McGough (Doom Charts)

»Black Smoke Rising« takes the band to a new level, building on the strengths of their debut while pushing the sound in a more direct and accessible direction. The album delivers stronger songs, sharper hooks and a tighter overall approach, without losing the darker edge that has defined Gjenferd from the start. Guitars and organ are at the core of the sound, driving solid riffs and catchy vocal lines with a clear pop sensibility beneath the heaviness.

Photo credit: Thomas Moe Ellefsrud

Drawing inspiration from classic heavy rock acts like Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, while embracing modern influences such as Ghost and Hällas, »Black Smoke Rising« marks a confident step forward. Following critical acclaim for their debut – including a #4 spot on the Doom Charts (May 2024) – Gjenferd continues to establish themselves as a powerful force, known for energetic live shows and appearances at festivals like Desertfest Oslo.

Order »Black Smoke Rising« here:
apollonrecords.no | gjenferdbergen.bandcamp.com

Gjenferd is:
Jakob Særvoll – Keyboard and Vocals
Vegard Bachmann Strand – Guitar and Vocals
Samuel Robson Gardner – Bass
Sivert Kleiven Larsen – Drums and Vocals

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well