Candlemass (SWE)

CANDLEMASS (SWE) – AUSTRALIAN DEBUT TOUR 2026
For the first time ever, Swedish epic doom metal pioneers CANDLEMASS will bring their monumental sound to Australian shores this September and October for a long-awaited debut tour in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.
Formed in Stockholm in 1985 by bassist and main songwriter Leif Edling, Candlemass stand as one of the true architects of epic doom metal. Alongside Saint Vitus and Trouble, they defined the genre — pairing slow, crushing riffs with grand, operatic vocals and darkly majestic compositions.
Their 1986 debut Epicus Doomicus Metallicus didn’t just introduce a band — it created a movement. Over the next four decades, Candlemass built a towering discography and enduring global legacy, earning Swedish Grammis Awards and were also nominated for Best Metal Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in the US.

From the monumental weight of Nightfall and Ancient Dreams through to the modern doom mastery of The Door to Doom and Sweet Evil Sun, Candlemass have consistently delivered epic, crushing metal of the highest order.

Now, Australian audiences will finally experience these hymns of doom performed live.

TOUR DATES
Wednesday 30 September – The Corner, Melbourne
Thursday 1 October – Liberty Hall, Sydney
Saturday 3 October – Perth – Armageddoom 8 at The Rosemount
The Perth performance will see Candlemass headline Armageddoom 8, delivering a set befitting the undisputed kings of epic doom.

LINE-UP
Leif Edling – Bass
Johan Länquist – Vocals
Mats “Mappe” Björkman – Guitar
Lars “Lasse” Johansson – Lead Guitar
Jan Lind – Drums
With original Epicus Doomicus Metallicus vocalist Johan Länquist back at the helm, the band stands at full, formidable strength — honouring their legacy while continuing to shape the future of doom.
After 40 years of darkness, Australia will finally feel the weight.

PRESENTED BY Fuzz Factory Touring, Your Mate Bookings & Armageddoom Festival