Emperor at The Wiltern

Emperial Wrath North American Tour

The Emperial Wrath Tour brings the undisputed kings of Norwegian black metal to the US! Are you ready to join this sinister reverence on US shores? Well, you better be! It’s the band’s first North American tour in 26 years! This legendary band comprising Ihsahn, Samoth, and Trym will be making 12 coveted stops, which happens to include Los Angeles, California! Seeing these Norwegian heavyweights in LA was not in anyone’s bingo card, but here they are. They’re slated to conquer the Wiltern with their iconic hits. The band will be serving a fully packed setlist filled with their four album catalog. Emperor has a decade worth of  amazing hair spinning worth ot tunes during the 90s but their legacy has held a tumultuous impact on the black metal scene. Now you get to experience Emperor’s live set!

Catch this mighty showcase at the Wiltern on Sunday 12th April 2026. This beloved venue has hosted many shows in its over nine decades in operation and it’s about to add another one to its list. The Wiltern has been the go to for all major bands and global artists thanks to its excellent facilities and awesome accommodations. Fans are sure to enjoy top tier  sound and lights technology, great sightlines, and a fantastic ambiance. The acoustics in this venue is also regarded as the best one in the city. So if you’re up for some great black metal without ever missing a single beat, then you better check out Emperor at the Wiltern!

ABOUT EMPEROR

Norwegian black metal band Emperor is a highly influential force not just in the black metal scene but also in the metal circuit. The band released their debut EP Wrath of the Tyrant in 1992. The self released work was later re-released by Candlelight Records and Century Media Records. In 1994, the band dropped their debut album In the Nightside of the Eclipse, which featured the band’s most well known tracks, “Inno Satana” and “I Am the Black Wizards.” For the rest of the 90s, Emperor continued to publish innovative and pioneering work, including successful efforts Anthems to the Welkin at Dusk and IX Equilibrium. The band released their latet album, Prometheus: The Discipline of Fire and Demise in 2001. 

Secure tickets now and catch Emperor at the Wiltern on Sunday 12th April 2026. Witness legendary Norwegian black metal at its finest by clicking on the Get Tickets link!