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Newcastle upon Tyne, GB · 2007–present · active
Drone/doom/sludge metal outfit from Newcastle upon Tyne, formed in 2006 and drawing comparisons to Corrupted, Khanate, and Burning Witch. Since their formation they have "fervently explored the boundaries of esoteric music, from minimalist noise to live improvisation and psychedelic mantra," channeling aggravated sludge and noise into punishing compositions.
Naples, IT · 2006–present · active
Neapolitan sludge/doom metal trio active since 2006, inspired by the philosophical concept of primordial restoration, drawing from Black Sabbath and Kyuss. Their debut Apokatastasis, released on Trips und Traume Records, features eight tracks of desert-tinged doom and sludge recorded at Bande Rumorose Studio in Naples.
Kiel, DE · 2019–present · active
Sludge/drone/doom metal and noise band from Kiel, formed in 2019 and exploring the most experimental reaches of extreme heaviness. Their sound pushes past conventional song structures into territory where sludge, drone, and noise converge.
Saarbrücken, DE · 2024–present · active
Doom metal/hard rock band from Saarbrucken, formed in 2024 and delivering heavy, groove-laden compositions with a retro-inspired swagger. Their royal name and bluesy heaviness nod to the traditions of classic doom and hard rock.
Porto, PT · 2021–present · active
Stubbornly devoted to the riff, this doom metal, heavy metal, and symphonic metal act from Porto traffics in orchestral grandeur married to heavy guitar-driven foundations. Since 2021, they've built a catalog that reflects Portugal's intimate but fiercely devoted metal community.
Manchester, GB · 2016–present · active
Doom metal band from Manchester, active since 2016 and channeling the slow, crushing heaviness that defines the genre. Their sound emphasizes monolithic riffs, low-end weight, and the oppressive atmospheres of classic doom.
Oxford, GB · 2017–present · active
Stoner/doom metal and rock band from Oxford, active since 2017 and blending the fuzzed-out groove of stoner rock with doom metal's ponderous weight. Named after the prized edible mushroom, their sound roots itself in earthy, riff-heavy territory.
Milan, IT · 2009–present · active
The Italian city of Milan serves as headquarters for this doom metal and sludge metal operation, whose arsenal includes Eyehategod-indebted misery channeled through crushing volume. Their approach balances aggression with genuine musical substance.
Portsmouth, GB · 2024–present · active
Stoner/doom metal band from Portsmouth, formed in 2024 and trafficking in the heavy, distorted grooves where stoner and doom metal converge. Their sound emphasizes hypnotic repetition and massive fuzz-laden riffs.

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