King of the Grey Islands
Candlemass · 2007
65 min · 12 tracks · epic doom metal
Epic doom metal intertwines haunting melodies and thunderous riffs, evoking an atmosphere of dark fantasy and despair.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews and helped solidify Candlemass's legacy in the metal scene, debuting at number 2 on the Swedish charts. It is noted for its rich composition and thematic depth, contributing to the resurgence of interest in traditional doom metal during the mid-2000s.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dark, atmospheric moods dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 2007, 'King of the Grey Islands' marked Candlemass's return after a five-year hiatus and was their first album featuring new vocalist Robert Lowe. This album followed the band's previous release, 'Candlemass,' which was a self-titled effort that explored different musical directions. The return signified a reaffirmation of their classic sound within the epic doom metal genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- While Heaven Wept· Warning· Veni Domine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue 0:55
- 2 Emperor of the Void Standout 4:30
- 3 Devil Seed 5:46
- 4 Of Stars and Smoke 5:38
- 5 Demonia 6 Standout 6:24
- 6 Destroyer 7:55
- 7 Man of Shadows 6:15
- 8 Clearsight 6:51
- 9 The Opal City 1:12
- 10 Embracing the Styx 8:19
- 11 Solitude 5:57
- 12 At the Gallows End Standout 5:21
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