Grammy-nominated doom pioneers, Candlemass, have just unveiled their latest single, “Black Star,” along with a visualizer video. The song is also the title track of their upcoming EP, due out May 9, 2025 via Napalm Records, which marks the 40th anniversary of the band. Check out the new video and more below.
Pre-order Black Star here: https://napalmrecords.com/candlemass?product_list_dir=desc&product_list_order=release_date
Candlemass comments:
““Black Star” is the big heavy track. Contains a bit of everything, Melodic verse, monolithic riff, up-tempo Sabbathy mid part, grand ending a ‘la Rainbow!.”
“Black Star” seamlessly merges haunting melodies with deeply introspective lyrics, brought to life by the inimitable voice of Johan Längqvist. Written by genre-defying mastermind Leif Edling, it delves into themes of existential struggle, temptation, and the allure of darkness – an intense atmosphere imbued with Candlemass’ signature sound.
Swedish godfathers of epic doom Candlemass honor their 40th anniversary of pioneering the genre with a four-track EP, Black Star. Packed with canyon-deep riffs, the genre-defying band unveils two brand-new songs alongside two cover versions of timeless classics. Following the title track, the second original song, “Corridors Of Chaos”, marks a true old school instrumental containing both classic metal riffing and stunning guitar playing by Lars Johansson, showcasing the band’s mastery of dynamics. Adding to this tribute, Candlemass delivers a cover of Black Sabbath’s iconic “Sabbath Bloody Sabbath”, taking listeners back to 1973. This is followed by their rendition of Pentagram’s classic “Forever My Queen”, further cementing Candlemass’ remarkable contribution to shaping the genre into what it is today.
Black Star tracklisting:
01 Black Star
02 Corridors Of Chaos
03 Sabbath Bloody Sabbath
04 Forever My Queen
Black Star will be available in the following formats:
1LP Gatefold BLACK ORANGE SPLATTER (incl. vinyl booklet (12pp), A3 poster, tote bag) – Napalm Records Mailorder exclusive, strictly limited to 400 copies
1LP Gatefold BLACK
1CD Digisleeve
Digital Album
Candlemass Live 2025
June 20 – 21 DE – Daun Rengen / Der Detze Rockt
June 25 NO – Oslo / Tons of Rock
July 04 TR – Istanbul / Headbangers Weekend
July 20 IT – Cremona / Luppolo In Rock Festival
July 30 – August 02 NO – Bergen / Beyond the Gates Festival
August 08 – 09 FI – Helsinki / Helsinki Metal Festival
September 12 -13 GR – Athens / Rock Hard Festival
October 08 -10 BE – Kortrijk / Alcatraz
November 01 SE – Stockholm / Berns
December 06 UK – Wolverhampton / Bloodstock Winter Gathering
Candlemass are:
Johan Länquist – Vocals
Lars Johansson – Lead Guitar
Mappe Björkman – Rhythm Guitar
Leif Edling – Bass
Janne Lind – Drums
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