Come my fanatics, come to the sabbat....: traditional doom metal

11.16.2007

Witchcraft

Witchcraft is a Swedish band that blends Traditional Doom and 70's Rock to create a sound that is nostalgic and intoxicating. Wondrous vocals complement the generally tight instrumentation, yet the whole deal still seems to come off as more of a jam session than a rehearsed song at some times, which is quite frankly awe-inspiring. A highly recommended band for fans of Trad.Doom or those looking for a great retro sound in a newer band.
*Personal Meditations: I honestly don't care much for the self-titled album. Many of the songs feel generic. Please don't let this influence your own feelings on the album, listen to it and decide for yourself*

Witchcraft (2004)

Firewood (2005)

The Alchemist (2007)

11.13.2007

Trouble

Trouble is a traditional doom/stoner metal band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in 1979. Taking inspiration from Black Sabbath they helped write the book for traditional doom metal. They are often mislabeled as a Christian Metal band, but this is not totally the case...they've written songs that touch on Christian themes but by no means do they fall under the label completely. Their first three albums all wave the traditional doom flag while later releases had a more stoner metal flair. They went on hiatus for a while after Plastic Green Head but re-formed in 2002 for some reunion shows and Eric Wagner was even featured on Dave Grohl's Probot project. The band recorded a DVD live in Stockholm, Sweden and they released their newest effort in 2007 along with re-issues of Psalm 9 and The Skull. If traditional doom or stoner metal is your thing, or if you want insight on a band who helped form traditional doom, do not pass up a chance to hear Trouble.