How to Get Into Candlemass
Candlemass matters as a cornerstone of the epic doom metal movement, reshaping the landscape of heavy music with their atmospheric and grand approach to songwriting.
With a vast catalog spanning decades, diving into Candlemass can feel daunting for newcomers. This guide provides a clear entry point with their defining album, allowing you to appreciate the band's blend of heavy riffs and melodic storytelling. You'll start with 'Epicus Doomicus Metallicus' and find pathways to explore their essential works.
Start here
Epicus Doomicus Metallicus
1986
Best starting point
This album defines the epic doom metal genre, showcasing Candlemass's signature heavy riffs and melodic peaks in a cohesive listening experience.
This track features an immediate hook and encapsulates the band's style with its haunting melodies and powerful instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for deep focus
- melancholic themes for introspection
- epic soundscapes for immersive experience
- cathartic moments of release
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Songs to start with
If you'd rather pick a song than an album.
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"Black Dwarf" — from Candlemass (2005)
establishes the sonic palette early
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Common questions
What does Candlemass sound like?
With slow tempos and heavy riffing, their music creates a cavernous atmosphere marked by contrasting moments of crushing weight and soaring melodic peaks. Rooted in epic doom metal. Start with Epicus Doomicus Metallicus.
What is the best Candlemass album to start with?
The best album to start with is "Epicus Doomicus Metallicus" (1986). It's the most representative of what makes Candlemass worth hearing.
What are the best Candlemass albums?
The essential Candlemass albums include "Epicus Doomicus Metallicus" (1986), "Nightfall" (1987), "Tales of Creation" (1989), "Death Magic Doom" (2009) and "The Door to Doom" (2019).
Who is Candlemass for?
If you're into epic doom metal, Candlemass is worth your time. With slow tempos and heavy riffing, their music creates a cavernous atmosphere marked by contrasting moments of crushing weight and soaring melodic peaks.
How many albums does Candlemass have?
Candlemass has 20 releases in their discography, including 18 albums and 2 EPs.