Burzum is the musical project of Varg Vikernes (under the pseudonym "Count Grishnackh"). It began during 1991 in Bergen, Norway and quickly imprinted it's self as an important part in the second wave of black metal. During 1992 and 1993, Burzum recorded four albums; however, in 1993 Vikernes was convicted and imprisoned for the murder of Mayhem guitarist Øystein "Euronymous" Aarseth and the arson of several churches. While in prison Varg Vikernes has released two Dark Ambient Style albums under the name of Burzum.