Official Darkthrone A Blaze Morning Star T-Shirt is a premium piece of officially licensed merchandise representing one of the earliest and most iconic designs associated with the rise of Norwegian black metal. Featuring the classic Morning Star (spiked mace) graphic alongside the unmistakable logo of Darkthrone, this shirt reflects the formative early 1990s era that helped define the genre.

Originating around 1990–1992, the Morning Star design is closely linked to the period surrounding A Blaze in the Northern Sky - the landmark release that marked Darkthrone’s transition from death metal into raw, uncompromising black metal. As one of the earliest official band shirt designs, it captures a pivotal moment when the visual and musical identity of second wave Norwegian black metal was being established.

The Morning Star imagery embodies the dark, medieval and aggressive aesthetic that became synonymous with black metal culture. Combined with the band’s iconic logo, the design delivers a stripped-back but powerful visual statement rooted in underground authenticity. Unlike later album-specific graphics, this piece represents the broader identity of Darkthrone during their transformation into genre pioneers.

Worn and recognised within the early black metal scene, the Morning Star shirt has since become a cult classic among collectors. Its continued reissues through official channels highlight its enduring significance and demand among fans who value historical accuracy and original-era designs.

This shirt is ideal for collectors of authentic black metal merchandise, fans of early 1990s extreme metal and those seeking a direct connection to the origins of Darkthrone’s legacy. It stands as both a statement piece and a symbol of one of the most important transitions in heavy music history.

Official Licensed Merchandise
Label: Gildan Heavy Cotton
Front Print: Yes
Back Print: No

Shirt sizes are not standardised! To better ensure a perfect fit, match the chest, length and sleeve measurements (laid flat) indicated below to those of a shirt you already own and love:

Size: S measures 62cm (24.5") length (front collar to hem) , width 46cm (18") (pit to pit)
Size: M measures 65cm (25.5") length (front collar to hem) , width 49cm (19") (pit to pit)
Size: L measures 66cm (26") length (front collar to hem) , width 53cm (21") (pit to pit)
Size: XL measures 71cm (28") length (front collar to hem) , width 62cm (24") (pit to pit)
Size: XXL measures 73cm (28.5") length (front collar to hem) , width 64cm (25") (pit to pit)