Opeth is a highly acclaimed Swedish progressive metal band renowned for their musical versatility and complexity. Formed in 1990 in Stockholm by vocalist and guitarist Mikael Åkerfeldt, Opeth has continually defied metal conventions, weaving in elements of progressive rock, folk, classical, and jazz. They started out with a heavy death metal sound infused with progressive elements on their early albums, but their style has evolved significantly since their inception. Over the years, Opeth has shown a fearless pursuit of artistic growth, leading them to shed their more aggressive death metal aspects and adopting a purely progressive rock approach with their 2011 album "Heritage".

Throughout their flourishing career, Opeth has maintained a reputation for their technical proficiency and songwriting sophistication, often featuring intricate instrumental passages and dynamic shifts in tone and mood. Their discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as "Blackwater Park" and "Ghost Reveries," which have solidified their status as pioneers in their genre. The late 2010s saw the release of "Sorceress" (2016) and "In Cauda Venenum" (2019), the latter being a particularly ambitious project released in both Swedish and English versions. Opeth's ability to provide immersive live experiences is captured in releases like "Garden of the Titans (Opeth Live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre)". Whether delving into their ethereal melodies or the rich, layered textures of their more recent work, Opeth's musical journey remains an exemplar of evolution and endurance within the heavy music pantheon.

Genres

Alternative Metal

Metal

Progressive Death Metal

Progressive Metal

Swedish Metal

Swedish Progressive Metal

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Latest Release

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Opeth

Single - Released September 6, 2024