DSBM is an acronym for "depressive suicidal black
metal." The use of said acronym sprung from the term NSBM, however the two scenes are by no means linked.
DSBM is primarily distinguished from traditional forms of black
metal by its lyrical content, focusing on suicide, depression, anxiety, and hate rather than traditional anti-
Christian themes.
Big names in the black metal community, such as Xasthur and Leviathan, have experimented heavily with DSBM's lyrical themes, while many young artists are quickly gaining popularity for their suicidal and depressive lyrics, notably Thy Light and Silencer.