Pioneering German romantic dark metal project from Hendungen, founded in 1996 as the first band signed to Prophecy Productions. Led by Markus Stock, Empyrium's extensive catalog from "A Wintersunset" through "Uber den Sternen" set the standard for lyrical, symphonic folk/doom metal blended with neofolk elements.

Heavy/doom metal act from Ugao-Miraballes in the Basque Country, Spain, forging crushing heaviness since 2020. Their Basque-language name reflects the deep cultural roots that inform their approach to doom-infused metal.

Brojce's metal underground has produced no shortage of heavy acts, and this doom metal unit is among them — wielding slow-burning compositions that weaponize patience and volume. Heaviness is the destination, and they take the scenic route.

Death/doom metal band from Kotka, Finland active since 2013, featuring dual vocalists Sara Strommer and Olli Suvanto. Their 2015 album Through Infant Eyes blends death metal intensity with atmospheric doom across eight tracks.

German act from Goppingen that evolved from doom metal origins into gothic and alternative rock territory since 2013. Their stylistic journey reflects a broadening of vision from crushing heaviness toward more atmospheric, accessible songwriting.

Part of the UK's ever-evolving heavy music tradition, this act channels doom metal and stoner metal with a focus on fuzz-drenched riffs and hypnotic, groove-laden repetition. Formed in 2005, based in London, every recording pushes a little further into uncharted sonic territory.

Atmospheric gothic/doom metal act from Copenhagen, Denmark, crafting dark, emotionally layered compositions since 2009. Their seasonal name captures the wistful, melancholic quality of their fusion of gothic atmosphere and doom weight.

Gothic/doom metal band from Târnăveni in Transylvania, Romania formed in 2024. Their sound blends gothic metal's dark romanticism with doom metal's oppressive weight from the heart of Transylvania.

Doom, drone, and sludge metal band from Bordeaux, France formed in 2016, affiliated with Dry Cough Records and several other labels. Their six-release catalog includes Circle the Gold and the split with Uur, delivering crushing heaviness from southwestern France.