Varg Vikernes (Burzum)

Varg Vikernes is a Norwegian musician best known for creating the black metal music project Burzum, which played a significant role in shaping the genre's sound and aesthetic. Beyond music, he gained notoriety for his involvement in a church arson and for his extremist views, including sympathies with far-right ideologies. Vikernes' actions and beliefs have sparked considerable controversy, impacting his reputation. Despite his criminal past, his influence on black metal's development remains notable, blending dark, atmospheric music with a complex, controversial personal history.