The best Epic Doom Metal albums
of the 1990s.
Where to start with 1990–1999 epic doom metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 1990s — epic doom metal
Top picks from 1990–1999, ranked by where we would start.
Candlemass
From the 13th Sun
A dark and atmospheric blend of heavy riffs, haunting melodies, and intricate arrangements that define epic doom metal's immersive experience.
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Candlemass
Chapter VI
Heavy, melancholic riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a relentless atmosphere of despair and introspection.
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While Heaven Wept
Sorrow of the Angels
A sprawling journey through melancholic melodies and crushing riffs, blending the grandeur of epic doom with profound emotional depth.
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Solitude Aeturnus
Downfall
Heavy, atmospheric riffs entwine with haunting melodies, creating an immersive journey through despair and reflection.
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Solitude Aeturnus
Beyond the Crimson Horizon
Epic doom metal that weaves haunting melodies with weighty riffs, creating an atmosphere of despair and grandeur.
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Memento Mori
Rhymes of Lunacy
Heavy, atmospheric doom metal woven with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics that explore themes of despair and existential dread.
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