Norwegian black metal icons Darkthrone are stepping into new territory with the announcement of As Wolves Among Sheep… Live In Oslo, their first standalone live album. The release captures a rare 1990 performance from the band’s early years, during the era of Soulside Journey and Goatlord.
The album is scheduled for release on April 18, 2026, as part of Record Store Day, and will arrive as a 180g petrol blue vinyl LP through Peaceville Records, making it a must-have for collectors and longtime fans. While Darkthrone has included live tracks on compilations in the past, this marks the first time a full live set is officially released under the band’s name. The recording offers a unique glimpse into a period when the band was still performing live — an era that has since become legendary due to the scarcity of live material.
This announcement comes alongside news of a new deluxe box set, The Fist In The Face Of God, which celebrates four decades of Darkthrone’s influential career. The set includes nine albums spanning from A Blaze In The Northern Sky (1992) to Sardonic Wrath (2004), featuring remastered audio, a detailed booklet with rare photos, and a DVD with interviews and archival footage — including the band’s rarely seen 1996 Oslo live performance.
