Polish black and death metal titans Behemoth delivered a characteristically intense and visually stunning performance at Hellfest Open Air in Clisson, France, in 2026. Fronted by the formidable Nergal on vocals and guitar, alongside Orion on bass, Inferno on drums, and Seth on guitar, the band showcased why they remain an unshakeable force in European hard music. For over three decades, Behemoth has cultivated a reputation for their transgressive lyrics and a potent blend of black and death metal, consistently creating a spectacle with every album release and international tour. This particular set, captured by ARTE Concert, highlighted their enduring power and theatricality.
While Behemoth has evolved their sound to incorporate more orchestrations, choirs, and synthesizers, their raw vigor remains undiminished. Each of their shows, with the band members grimacing like pallid sorcerers, evokes a satanic mass that is always visually arresting. This concert at Hellfest was no exception, offering a pure moment of brute force, heavily featuring tracks from their acclaimed 2022 album, "Opvs Contra Natvram," which Nergal considers one of his most accomplished creations, as well as material from "The Shit ov God," released in 2025. It was a commanding display from metal veterans who continue to push boundaries.