Sturmgeist is an experimental black/thrash metal band formed by Cornelius Jakhelln in 2002.

The music was an experimental mix of black/thrash metal with lyrics sung in English, Norwegian, and German about Germanic folklore, war, and recitations of Goethe poetry.

On 24 January 2005 Sturmgeist released their first full-length, entitled Meister Mephisto on the record label, Season Of Mist.

In support of the album, Cornelius acquired the help of various musicians including Asgeir Mickelson of Borknagar and Spiral Architect fame, for a small European tour.

Starting in October, Sturmgeist began recording their sequel to Meister Mephisto in Børge Finstad's Top Room studios.