The albums that define
occult rock.
Our picks for where to start with occult rock — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top occult rock artists
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The occult rock essentials
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Blue Öyster Cult
Curse of the Hidden Mirror
A blend of hard rock and progressive elements infused with haunting lyrical themes and melodic introspection.
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Blue Öyster Cult
A Long Day's Night
A potent blend of hard rock and psychedelic influences, echoing the band's enduring legacy with a fresh energy.
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Witchcraft
Witchcraft
A haunting blend of heavy riffs and vintage melodies that captures the essence of occult rock.
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Witchcraft
Legend
A haunting blend of doom metal and occult rock, clad in vintage tones and introspective lyrics.
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Coven
Witchcraft Destroys Minds & Reaps Souls
Occult themes and heavy riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a darkly mystical atmosphere.
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Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats
The Night Creeper
A haunting blend of psychedelic rock and doom metal, steeped in eerie atmospheres and macabre themes.
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Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats
Blood Lust
A haunting blend of doom-laden riffs and occult-inspired lyrics that evoke a sense of eerie nostalgia.
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The Devil's Blood
Come Reap
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The Devil's Blood
The Thousandfold Epicentre
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