Burzum is a musical project founded in Norway by Varg Vikernes, associated primarily with the early Norwegian black metal scene of the early 1990s. The project is known for its lo-fi production, minimalistic compositions, and dark, atmospheric sound that combines raw black metal elements with later experiments in ambient and electronic textures. Burzum's recordings typically feature tremolo-picked guitars, simple but driving drum patterns or programmed percussion, and distant, strained vocal styles, creating a cold and immersive mood. Active initially in the early-to-mid 1990s, Burzum has been sporadically revived for later releases that continued to explore both harsh metal and ambient instrumental approaches.