Paul Chain Violet Theatre was an Italian progressive doom metal project that served as an outlet for the mysterious and enigmatic musician Paolo Catena, known professionally as Paul Chain. The band emerged in the early 1980s, following Chain's departure from the influential doom metal group Death SS, an entity where he honed his skills in dark-themed and elaborate musical compositions. Paul Chain, who declared his personal philosophy as "non-musician," sought to express his creativity freely and without the constraints of traditional music theory, resulting in an idiosyncratic sound imbued with elements of psychedelia, ambient, and experimental rock.

The Violet Theatre was a phase within the broader spectrum of Paul Chain's artistic journey that featured a revolving door of musicians, contributing to the cultivation of a distinctive and eclectic body of work. Key releases such as "Detaching From Satan" (1984) and "In the Darkness" (1986) are emblematic of the artist's unique approach to doom metal, incorporating synthesizers and unconventional song structures that defied genre expectations. The project is also known for works like "Violet Overture," which further showcase Paul Chain's diverse range of influences and his ability to weave them into his mystifying sonic tapestries. Although the band has remained relatively obscure on the international stage, Paul Chain Violet Theatre has achieved cult status among aficionados of the doom metal scene and experimental music enthusiasts, celebrated for its pioneering spirit and the profound atmospheres it has crafted.

Genres

Italian Doom Metal

Latest Release

In The Darkness: Remastered Edition + DVD

Paul Chain Violet Theatre

Album - 8 Tracks - Released August 7, 2020