Candlemass

Candlemass is a Swedish heavy metal band formed in 1984, known for pioneering the doom metal genre. Their music features slow tempos, thick riffs, and somber themes, creating a heavy, atmospheric sound that often explores despair and mortality. Led by vocalist Johan Langquist and songwriter Leif Edling, Candlemass gained critical acclaim for albums like "Epicus Doomicus Metallicus." Their style combines elements of traditional doom with epic melodies and dark lyrics, influencing countless bands in metal. Candlemass is celebrated for their craft in creating immersive, brooding soundscapes that evoke a sense of weighty introspection.