The Norwegian hard rock band Gjenferd returns with their second album »Black Smoke Rising«. » "Black Smoke Rising" takes the band to a new level, building on the strengths of their debut while pushing the sound in a more direct and accessible direction. The album offers stronger songs, sharper hooks and a tighter overall approach, without losing the dark edge that Gjenferd has been from the beginning. Guitars and organ form the core of the sound, driving solid riffs and catchy vocal lines with a clear pop sensibility under heaviness. The band's debut album received good reviews both nationally and internationally, including No. 4 on the Doom Charts in May 2024.Gjenferd draws inspiration from classic heavy rock bands like Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, combined with a modern hard rock approach influenced by Ghost and Hällas. They are known for their energetic live performances, including at festivals such as Desertfest Oslo.