Candlemass - Epicus Doomicus Metallicus (Vinyl LP | FR Original | 1986)

Candlemass – Epicus Doomicus Metallicus is the debut album by Swedish doom metal band Candlemass, released on 10 June 1986 on the French label Black Dragon Records (cat. no. BD 013). It was recorded in February 1986 at Thunderload Studios in Stockholm and produced by Ragne Wahlquist and the band. All songs were written by bassist and founder Leif Edling; vocals are by guest singer Johan Längqvist. The album is regarded as a cornerstone of epic doom metal. This copy is a 1986 French original pressing.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Black Dragon Records BD 013
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: French original
• Country: France
• Year of this pressing: 1986
• Genre: Heavy Metal, Rare & Collectable, Doom Metal

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+ (with some wear)

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Solitude (Leif Edling)
2. Demon's Gate (Leif Edling)
3. Crystal Ball (Leif Edling)

Side B

1. Black Stone Wielder (Leif Edling)
2. Under the Oak (Leif Edling)
3. A Sorcerer's Pledge (Leif Edling)

Personnel

Candlemass: Leif Edling (bass), Mats Björkman (rhythm guitar), Matz Ekström (drums). Guests: Johan Längqvist (vocals), Klas Bergwall (lead guitar), Christian Weberyd (guitar), Cille Svenson (backing vocals on A Sorcerer's Pledge). Produced by Ragne Wahlquist and Candlemass.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes. Black Dragon Records issued the album first in 1986; this French pressing carries the original catalogue number BD 013.

What does Media VG+ / Cover VG+ mean?
VG+ (Very Good Plus) means light signs of use that barely affect playback or appearance. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Who sings on Epicus Doomicus Metallicus?
Johan Längqvist, who was only a guest singer on this album. From Nightfall (1987) Messiah Marcolin took over; Längqvist rejoined the band in 2018.

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