Pentagram is an American heavy metal band that rose from the dimly lit stages of the early 1970s to stand as one of the progenitors of doom metal. The Virginia-based group was formed by the enigmatic frontman Bobby Liebling, whose distinctive vocal style and darkly poetic lyrics have served as the spine of the band's enduring appeal. Over the years, the lineup has seen numerous changes, with Liebling being the consistent thread that holds the Pentagram legacy together.

Known for their hard-hitting riffs and a doom-laden sound that draws heavily from Black Sabbath's pioneering work, Pentagram's influence on the genre cannot be overstated. Despite battling through periods of inactivity and internal struggles, their cult status has only grown, especially with the reissues of the seminal compilations "First Daze Here" and "First Daze Here Too," which brought early and hard-to-find tracks to a new generation of listeners. Albums like "Be Forewarned," "Last Rites," and the more recent "Curious Volume" showcase a band that has remained resilient and relevant in the ever-evolving metal landscape. Their live performances, captured in releases such as "When the Screams Come (Live)," continue to offer a raw and authentic experience of Pentagram's undiluted power and the dark charm that they have been conjuring for decades.

Genres

Doom Metal

Sludge Metal

Stoner Metal

Stoner Rock

Related Artists

Trouble

Electric Wizard

Candlemass

Witchfinder General

Metallica

Saint Vitus

Led Zeppelin

Black Sabbath

Iron Maiden

Megadeth

Cathedral

Deep Purple

Latest Release

Sub-Basement (Remastered)

Pentagram

Album - 13 Tracks - Released August 9, 2024