| Name | Country | Genre | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lunar Aurora | Germany | Black Metal | 12 |
| Paysage d'Hiver | Switzerland | Black Metal, Ambient | 10 |
| Limbonic Art | Norway | Symphonic Black Metal | 9 |
| Manes | Norway | Black Metal (early), Experimental/Electronic/Jazz (later) | 9 |
| Forteresse | Canada | Ambient Black Metal | 9 |
| Summoning | Austria | Epic/Atmospheric Black Metal | 5 |