Venom was formed in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1979. They rose to prominence towards the end of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. Their first two albums – Welcome to Hell (1981) and Black Metal (1982) – are considered seminal works of thrash metal and extreme metal in general. The second album was so influential that its title was used as the name for the extreme metal subgenre black metal. Often cited as important influences by bands such as Metallica, Behemoth, Celtic Frost, and Mayhem, they are among the most revered bands of their generation.

 

“Into Oblivion” is Venom's sixteenth studio album and features the long-standing lineup of Cronos (bass/vocals and founding member), Rage (guitar), and Dante (drums). These are their first new recordings since 2018's “Storm The Gates.” Their new album comprises thirteen songs in typical Venom style: heavy, dark, and catchy. It combines their classic 80s sound with a more modern, progressive approach, without losing any of their old energy and unbridled vigor.