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Bands similar to Candlemass? Looking for recommendations

Posted: Sat Jul 04, 2026 9:34 am
by doom
I'm looking for some recommendations for bands that have a similar feel to Candlemass.
I'm already familiar with Solitude Aeturnus and Scald, but I'm sure there are plenty of other great bands out there that I've either missed or never really given a proper listen.
I'm mainly looking for epic doom metal, but anything with that heavy, dark, melancholic atmosphere is welcome.
Which bands would you recommend, and if possible, which album should I start with?
Looking forward to discovering some new favorites!

Re: Bands similar to Candlemass? Looking for recommendations

Posted: Sat Jul 04, 2026 8:39 pm
by Son of Starlight
Orodruin - Epicurean Mass
Grand Magus - Iron Will. JB, the vocalist from this band, performed The Well of Souls with Cmass during the 20th Anniversary Party.
While Heaven Wept - Of Empires Forlorn
Solstice - New Dark Age
Tyrant - Hereafter. More heavy/power metal than doom, but features Robert Lowe on vox :-)
Isole - Throne of Void
Minotauri - II
Fvneral Fvkk - Carnal Confessions
Procession - To Reap Heavens Apart
Cardinals Folly - Defying the Righteous Way
Abysmal Grief - Narcissistic Necrophiles
Wheel - S/T
Spiritus Mortis - The Year is One. Features Albert Witchfinder from Reverend Bizarre on vocals
Fall of the Idols - The Seance

Tried to include some less "immediate" bands. Hope you'll enjoy!