Candlemass - Chapter VI (Vinyl LP | EU Original | 1992)

Candlemass – Chapter VI is the fifth studio album by Swedish doom metal band Candlemass, released in May 1992 on Music For Nations (cat. no. MFN 128). It was recorded at Montezuma Recording in Stockholm and produced by Rex Gisslén and bassist Leif Edling. It is the band's only studio album with singer Thomas Vikström, who joined after Messiah Marcolin's departure; musically the record is faster and closer to classic heavy metal than its predecessors. This copy is a 1992 original pressing with inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Music For Nations MFN 128
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: EU original
• Country: Europe
• Year of this pressing: 1992
• Genre: Rock, Heavy Metal, Doom Metal
• Extras: Inner sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. The Dying Illusion
2. Julie Laughs No More
3. Where The Runes Still Speak

Side B

1. The Ebony Throne
2. Temple Of The Dead
3. Aftermath
4. Black Eyes

Personnel

Thomas Vikström (vocals), Lars Johansson (lead guitar), Mats Björkman (rhythm guitar), Leif Edling (bass), Jan Lindh (drums).

Produced by Rex Gisslén and Leif Edling; recorded and mixed by Rex Gisslén. Cover art: Tomas Arfert.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes. This is the 1992 first edition on Music For Nations with catalogue number MFN 128.

Does Messiah Marcolin sing on Chapter VI?
No. Messiah Marcolin had left the band after Tales Of Creation and the live album. Chapter VI is sung by Thomas Vikström, his only studio album with Candlemass.

What does Media VG+ / Cover VG+ mean?
VG+ (Very Good Plus) on the record means light signs of play that barely affect listening. On the sleeve, VG+ means light wear but overall good condition. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Do you have more Candlemass records?
Yes, for example Candlemass – Tales Of Creation, Candlemass – Ancient Dreams, Candlemass – Epicus Doomicus Metallicus. More titles are in our Metal collection.