Lengsel Was A Progressive Black-Metal Band From Norway. They Released Their First Album Solace In 2000 On Endtime Productions Who Licensed It To Solid State Records For Distribution In North America. Solace Developed A Sizeable Fanbase Due To Its Avant-Garde And Progressive Elements And Its Unique Atmosphere. The Band's Second Album Titled "The Kiss-The Hope" Was Released December 1 2006 On Whirlwind Records In Germany. While Still Black Metal At Their Core Lengsel Moved In The Direction Of Incorporating New Progressive Styles Into Their Music With Their Second Album.