I (band)
Norwegian black metal supergroup active from 2003 to 2007.
I was a Norwegian black metal supergroup that came together in 2003. The lineup included Abbath (frontman of Immortal), guitarist Ice Dale (from Enslaved), bassist TC King (of Gorgoroth), and drummer Armagedda (formerly of Immortal). Their only album, *Between Two Worlds*, came out in 2006, and they played two live shows at the Hole in the Sky festival in Bergen, first on 26 August 2006 and again in 2007. Though the band started writing songs for a second album, they officially disbanded in 2007, primarily due to Abbath's focus on Immortal's reunion and other commitments.
- sole_show
- Hole in the Sky festival, Bergen, 26 August 2006 and 2007
- status
- Disbanded in 2007
Lore & Background
Following Immortal's split and hiatus in 2003, frontman Abbath began working on new material and enlisted Enslaved guitarist Ice Dale to assist with pre-production. The duo started rehearsing with original Immortal drummer Armagedda and were later joined by Gorgoroth bassist TC King. The band's first live show took place at the Hole in the Sky festival in Bergen on 26 August 2006, followed by a second show at the same festival in 2007. I's debut album, Between Two Worlds, was released on 3 November 2006 in Europe and 14 November 2006 in the United States through Nuclear Blast Records. The band's sound was described as 'a fusing of the mammoth black metal anthems of the mighty Immortal and a pronounced rock 'n' groove component that borrows from the likes of Motörhead.'
Reader's Guide
I was a short-lived Norwegian black metal supergroup that brought together members of Immortal, Enslaved, and Gorgoroth. Their sole album, Between Two Worlds, was released in 2006 and received attention for blending black metal with rock and roll influences. The band performed only one show, at the Hole in the Sky festival in Bergen. Despite Abbath stating in December 2006 that he had started working on new songs for a follow-up, the project ceased due to members' commitments to their other bands. Immortal reformed that same year, and in 2015 Abbath left Immortal to form an eponymous band with former I bassist TC King. Abbath has regularly covered the I track 'Warriors' live since 2015. In 2026, the band announced reunions for 20th anniversary performances at the Fire In the Mountains festival in July, the Midgardsblot festival in August, and the Wacken Open Air festival in 2027.
Did You Know?
- I performed two shows at the Hole in the Sky festival in Bergen, on 26 August 2006 and in 2007.
- The band's sound was described as fusing Immortal's black metal anthems with a rock 'n' groove component like Motörhead.
- Abbath has regularly covered the I track 'Warriors' live since 2015.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is I (band)?
I was a short-lived Norwegian black metal supergroup that existed from 2003 to 2007. The project brought together well-known figures from several established Scandinavian metal acts into a single lineup.
Who were the members of I?
The group featured Abbath on vocals (best known as Immortal's frontman), Ice Dale on guitar (Enslaved), TC King on bass (Gorgoroth), and Armagedda on drums (a former Immortal member).
What albums did I release?
Their sole studio record was *Between Two Worlds*, which arrived in 2006. Despite reportedly beginning work on follow-up material, no second album was ever completed or issued.
Did I ever play live shows?
Yes, but only twice. Both performances took place at the Hole in the Sky festival in Bergen—first on 26 August 2006 and then again the following year in 2007.
Why did I disband?
The project was officially called off in 2007, largely because Abbath turned his attention back to Immortal's reunion and other personal commitments. The remaining members' individual band obligations made continuing the collaboration impractical.
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