Opeth is a Swedish heavy metal band, known for their mix of progressive rock and death metal. Their music is known for being complex, often featuring lengthy, multi-part song structures and atmospheric or melodic passages.
Formed in Stockholm, Sweden in 1989
First album, 'Orchid', was released in 1995
Their sound evolved over the years to include progressive rock, folk, and classical influences
They have released 13 studio albums to date
In 2019, the band celebrated its 30th anniversary
Katatonia is a Swedish metal band with a similar style to Opeth, but with a focus more on gloomy and depressive themes.
Enslaved is a Norwegian metal band with a mix of progressive and black metal styles, often including Viking and Nordic themes in their music.
Tool is an American metal band with a focus on intricate and complex song structures, often featuring odd time signatures and unusual instrument choices.
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Opeth is generally considered to be a mix of progressive rock and death metal, although their sound has evolved over the years to include folk, classical, and other influences.
Mikael Akerfeldt is the lead vocalist and guitarist for Opeth.
Some of Opeth's most beloved tracks include 'The Drapery Falls', 'Ghost of Perdition', 'The Grand Conjuration', 'Deliverance', and 'Blackwater Park'.
Similar bands to Opeth include Katatonia, Enslaved, and Tool.
Opeth has received numerous awards and nominations over the years, including a Swedish Grammy for Best Hard Rock/Metal Album in 2014 for their album 'Pale Communion'.