The Norwegian metal band Kvelertak just released an album, its first after the tricky feat of replacing the lead singer without losing momentum. The cult act, whose name means stranglehold and is pronounced “kveller-talk,” is known for playfully blending punk, classic rock and underground metal styles. As the band made strides, such as opening for groups like Metallica, it suffered a blow when its lead singer departed in 2018. For their fourth album, “Splid” (“Discord”), out in February, the members of Kvelertak enlisted...

Source: Wall Street Journal March 01, 2020 12:56 UTC