Founded in 2021 by Lars Broddesson (ex-Marduk, Funeral Mist session, Nordjevel, and many more) HILD is an unwavering outlet of raw energy and stirring, unbinding force, deeply steeped in Nordic Myth and Mystery. Under the banner of ValFreiya, the band brings a bastard blend of Thrash Metal, Black Metal, some Death Metal, and a good dose of Hardcore and Crust. The theme is battle, strife and struggle, strength and self-empowering, and facing your fate with a fearless heart.

What was initially a solo project soon became a full band as the public response was just too good not to take it further. Reborn as a full band the core grew ever stronger and HILD has since proven to be one truly fierce and celebrated live act.
Their debut album ”ValFreiya” (Odium Records) hit the world on Oct 7th, 2022 with its capture of spontaneous, creative spark and ”No prisoners”-attitude. The album stands out by having no song longer than 2:30 and no song taking longer than 9 hours from the initial idea to the finalized product. Each song honors and channels a specific Valkyrie and their timeless traits.

Always seeking to expand and conquer new territories, HILD enters a long-term alliance with Black Lion Records in spring-time 2024. With no less than 2 releases set for the year, the band continues to refine their art, gaining new ground and strength with every stride. HILD aims to imbue you with the feeling of violent rapture and ecstatic rush that only certain high-energy extreme music can conjure; that primal, animal connection when you feel absolutely awesome, yet want to destroy everything around you in total abandon. Like an Ulvhedin, knowing you could die any second and not give a damn about it.

HILD Lineup:
Lars Broddesson – Vocals, Guitars & Keys 
Jonathan Albertsson – Drums & Backing Vocals 
David Lecander – Bass & Backing Vocals 
Josef Danielsson – Guitars & Backing Vocals