Candlemass cover

Candlemass

Candlemass · 2005

58 min · 10 tracks · epic doom metal

Epic doom metal riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a dark and atmospheric soundscape.

Why this album works

'Candlemass' was well-received, being praised for its classic doom sound and solid songwriting. It helped revive interest in the genre, contributing to a resurgence of traditional heavy metal influences in the mid-2000s.
Best for
steady pacing for focused listening dark atmospheric soundscape exploration climactic moments of intensity
Context
Released on May 3, 2005, 'Candlemass' marked the band's return after a seven-year hiatus since 'Doomsday Kingdom' in 1998. This self-titled album showcased an artistic revival with new vocalist Messiah Marcolin, re-establishing Candlemass's presence in the metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
While Heaven Wept· Warning· Veni Domine
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Black Dwarf".

  • 1 Black Dwarf Start here 5:43
  • 2 Seven Silver Keys 4:59
  • 3 Assassin of the Light Standout 6:29
  • 4 Copernicus 7:17
  • 5 The Man Who Fell From the Sky 3:26
  • 6 Witches Standout 6:22
  • 7 Born in a Tank 4:56
  • 8 Spellbreaker 7:02
  • 9 The Day and the Night 8:52
  • 10 Mars and Volcanos 3:23

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