CD Candlemass – Epicus Doomicus Metallicus

Experience the definitive blueprint of epic doom metal with this remastered 2007 edition of Candlemass’ monumental debut, Epicus Doomicus Metallicus.

Released when the band members were barely in their twenties, this album defied the era's obsession with speed, opting instead for a crushing, “less is more” approach influenced by the heavy, down-tuned riffs of Black Sabbath. With Johan Längquist’s spectral vocals and a rhythm section that provides an omnipresent, thick foundation, the album remains a transcendental journey through desolation and gloom.

From the funeral-march intensity of the opening hymn “Solitude” to the atmospheric, medieval-tinged melodies of “A Sorcerer’s Pledge” and “Under the Oak,” this release is an essential cornerstone of the genre. This Peaceville reissue captures the raw, rough-hewn power that defined the doom movement, offering a poignant look at the band's foundational mastery.

Key Highlights:

• Genre-Defining Sound: An absolute pillar of doom metal that balanced histrionics with raw, heavy emotion.
• Mastered for Impact: Features the 2007 remaster, providing a clear, powerful production that honors the original, crushing atmosphere.
• Essential Tracks: Includes the iconic “Solitude,” “Demons Gate,” and “Crystal Ball.”
• A Must-Own Reissue: A vital piece of metal history for any serious collector of epic, melancholic heavy music.