Polish extreme metal veterans Behemoth have released a striking new music video for their track “Nomen Barbarvm,” a key song taken from their latest album, The Shit Ov God. The clip leans heavily into visual storytelling, pairing the song’s themes with imagery that is both provocative and carefully constructed.
Directed by Dariusz Szermanowiczr, the video presents a bleak, symbolic world filled with references to occult practices and reworked religious imagery. The approach aligns closely with Behemoth’s long-established creative direction. The production emphasizes cinematic detail, making use of dramatic lighting, intricate costumes, and layered visual effects to support a dark, narrative-driven presentation.
Frontman Adam “Nergal” Darski offered insight into the song’s lyrical foundation, explaining, “‘I create as I speak.’ Isn’t that, in essence, Crowley’s ‘Do what thou wilt’ — just cast in slightly different words? This idea became the lyrical leitmotif of ‘Nomen Barbarvm’, arguably one of the most melodic, yet also deeply groove-driven tracks Behemoth have ever committed to tape. In just a moment, we’ll be putting it to the test live on our upcoming tour.”
He added further context about the visual collaboration behind the release, saying, “What you’re about to see is a music video we’re immensely proud of, created in collaboration with Group 13. But you already know what that combination means — uncompromising quality and a message art vision that doesn’t compromise!”
The Shit Ov God was released in May 2025 through Nuclear Blast Records. The album was produced by Jens Bogren at Fascination Street Studios, known for his work with Emperor, Enslaved, Kreator, and Rotting Christ. Working closely with the band, Bogren helped preserve Behemoth’s signature intensity while refining the album’s sonic depth and clarity.
