A Forest

Released in May 2020, A Forest is a four-track EP centered around a cover of The Cure's 1980 classic. The project features guest vocals from Niklas Kvarforth of the Swedish black metal band Shining, whose volatile and emotive style provides a stark contrast to Nergal's authoritative growl. The EP serves as a companion piece to the 'I Loved You at Your Darkest' era, showcasing a more melodic and atmospheric side of the band that incorporates elements of post-punk and gothic rock. The inclusion of two live versions of the title track emphasizes the song's importance to the band's recent creative identity. Critically, the EP was noted for its successful translation of a pop-adjacent melody into the extreme metal vernacular without losing the original's haunting essence. It stands as a significant entry in Behemoth's discography for its willingness to experiment with tempo and genre boundaries.