Reverend Bizarre was a Finnish doom metal band formed in the small town of Lohja in 1994. Initially composed of Albert Witchfinder (vocals, bass), Peter Vicar (guitars), and Jari Pohjonen (drums), they were committed to producing what they referred to as "traditional doom metal," with influences heavily drawn from iconic acts such as Black Sabbath, Pentagram, and Saint Vitus. Their music was marked by slow tempos, ponderous riffs, and a grimly theatrical approach to the genre, conveyed through Witchfinder's sonorous vocals. The band went through a few drummer changes before the Finnish drummer Earl of Void joined, solidifying the lineup that would carry them through their most active years.

Throughout its career, Reverend Bizarre adhered unflinchingly to the old-school tenets of doom, despite the genre evolving around them. Their thematic content often explored dark, esoteric, and occult topics, appealing to a niche but fervent audience. The band released several full-length albums, EPs, and singles, culminating in their final studio album "II: Crush the Insects" in 2005. Despite announcing their breakup in 2006, they released "Teutonic Witch" and the epic farewell double album "So Long Suckers" in 2007. Posthumous compilations and live recordings, such as "Death Is Glory... Now!" and "In the Rectory of the Bizarre Reverend," continued to emerge, feeding their cult following and immortalizing them as one of Finland's doom metal legends. Their legacy survives through their releases, including the likes of "Slice of Doom" and "Harbinger of Metal," attesting to the band’s dedication to the ethos of doom, both in spirit and execution.