Paul Chain is the pseudonym of Paolo Catena, an Italian musician and composer who has been widely regarded as a significant and eclectic figure in the world of doom metal and experimental music. His career began in the late 1970s as the lead guitarist and vocalist for the doom metal band Death SS, a group noted for being one of the earliest proponents of what would become a significant genre. However, it was after his departure from Death SS in 1984 that Paul Chain truly began to carve his own path in the music industry, embarking on a solo career that would explore the realms of doom, psychedelia, and ambient music, often infused with a sense of mysticism and avant-garde experimentalism.

The body of work that Paul Chain has produced over the years is both extensive and diverse, which is exemplified by releases such as "Park Of Reason" and "Mirror", projects that showcase his ability to blend heavy, doom-laden riffs with atmospheric and improvisational elements. His compilations like "Between Black And Violet 1980-1983" and "Soliloquies 1984-1994" offer listeners a retrospective insight into his development as an artist, featuring material that spans from his early days to the mid-90s. Albums such as "Nibiru Dawn", "Ash", and "Whited Sepulchres" demonstrate Chain's commitment to musical evolution, never shying away from dark themes and deep sonic explorations. Paul Chain's work, including his experimental masterpiece "Violet Art Of Improvisation (Papersleeve)", continues to be a testament to his pioneering spirit and his contribution to the genres of doom metal and beyond.

Genres

Doom Metal

Italian Doom Metal

Neo-trad Doom Metal

Latest Release

Park Of Reason

Paul Chain

Album - 11 Tracks - Released May 12, 2023