Doomology
Candlemass · 2010
302 min · 49 tracks · epic doom metal
A haunting blend of heavy riffs and melancholic melodies, steeped in doom metal tradition and lyrical darkness.
Why this album works
'Doomology' was notable for its revival of traditional doom metal elements, earning positive reviews from critics and fans alike. It reflected a resurgence of interest in the genre, contributing to a renewed appreciation for Candlemass as pioneers of doom metal.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks melancholic melodies for introspective moments long sessions of immersive listening
- Context
- Released in 2010, 'Doomology' marked Candlemass's return after a hiatus, serving as their first album with new vocalist Mats Levén. This release followed their 2005 effort 'Lucifer Rising', positioning the band to reclaim their place in the epic doom metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- While Heaven Wept· Warning· Veni Domine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro 2:14
- 2 Crystal Ball Standout 5:00
- 3 Under the Oak Standout 6:52
- 4 Bewitched 6:19
- 5 Demon’s Gate Standout 9:26
- 6 The Well of Souls 7:28
- 7 A Sorcerer’s Pledge 10:54
- 8 Solitude 6:46
Disc 2
- 1 Mirror Mirror 5:38
- 2 Bewitched 4:22
- 3 Solitude 6:09
- 4 The Bells of Acheron 5:33
- 5 At the Gallows End 5:52
- 6 Demon’s Gate Standout 8:50
- 7 Bearer of Pain 6:50
- 8 Samarithan 5:44
- 9 A Cry From the Crypt 6:20
- 10 Dark Are the Veils of Death 4:17
- 11 The Well of Souls 7:40
- 12 A Sorcerer’s Pledge 10:30
Disc 3
- 1 Black Dwarf 5:55
- 2 Spellbreaker 7:21
- 3 Seven Silver Keys 4:49
- 4 Assassin of the Light 6:21
- 5 Copernicus 7:13
- 6 Witches 6:34
- 7 Born in a Tank 5:28
- 8 Black Dwarf 5:46
- 9 Spellbreaker 7:05
- 10 Witches 5:20
- 11 Witches 5:45
Disc 4
- 1 Emperor of the Void 4:19
- 2 Devil Seed 5:43
- 3 Of Stars and Smoke 6:14
- 4 Demonia 6 6:17
- 5 Destroyer 6:12
- 6 Man of Shadows 6:18
- 7 Embracing the Styx 11:46
- 8 Edgar Grey 7:13
Disc 5
- 1 Ebony Throne 4:21
- 2 The Dying Illusion 5:25
- 3 Temple of the Dead 7:11
- 4 The End of Pain 4:19
- 5 Black Dwarf 5:40
- 6 At the Gallows End 5:24
- 7 Solitude 6:01
- 8 Lucifer Dance 3:33
- 9 Handklover Ouh Klarinett 2:54
- 10 Vört Sistz Rushed 2:59
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