Formed in Stockholm in 1985 by bassist and main songwriter Leif Edling, Candlemass stand as one of the true architects of epic doom metal. Alongside Saint Vitus and Trouble, they defined the genre — pairing slow, crushing riffs with grand, operatic vocals and darkly majestic compositions.
Their 1986 debut Epicus Doomicus Metallicus didn’t just introduce a band — it created a movement. Over the next four decades, Candlemass built a towering discography and enduring global legacy, earning Swedish Grammis Awards and were also nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in the US.
STUDIO ALBUMS
- Epicus Doomicus Metallicus (1986)
- Nightfall (1987)
- Ancient Dreams (1988)
- Tales of Creation (1989)
- Chapter VI (1992)
- Dactylis Glomerata (1998)
- From the 13th Sun (1999)
- Candlemass (2005)
- King of the Grey Islands (2007)
- Death Magic Doom (2009)
- Psalms for the Dead (2012)
- The Door to Doom (2019)
- Sweet Evil Sun (2022)
From the monumental weight of Nightfall and Ancient Dreams through to the modern doom mastery of The Door to Doom and Sweet Evil Sun, Candlemass have consistently delivered epic, crushing metal of the highest order. Now, Australian audiences will finally experience these hymns of doom performed live.
LINE-UP
- Leif Edling – Bass
- Johan Länquist – Vocals
- Mats “Mappe” Björkman – Guitar
- Lars “Lasse” Johansson – Lead Guitar
- Jan Lind – Drums
With original Epicus Doomicus Metallicus vocalist Johan Länquist back at the helm,
the band stands at full, formidable strength — honouring their legacy while continuing to shape the future of doom.
After 40 years of darkness, Australia will finally feel the weight.
