Draconian – In Somnolent Ruin (2026) – Review

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The sun’s shining, early summer just broke out over here, and this reviewer really doesn’t feel like covering some Doom Metal piece. This is the time when you yearn for some neat, happy metal. But, alas, Draconian‘s irresistible siren call just reached this crew.

And it is a new version with – surprise – Lisa Johansson back in session. And that’s a reason to celebrate. Her vocal powers may well be better suited for the current Draconian fare. And don’t get me wrong, Heike Langhans did a fine job on Sovran and Under A Dark Veil, both covered by … [...] Click to raid more!

Draconian – Sovran (2015) – Review

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Scandinavia seems to be an endless source of all things metal. This time we get it from Sweden, where I thought only the happy blonde bombshells dwell – but not so. The 6th studio album Sovran from Draconian is – at its base – real Doom Metal. 

A powerful brand of Doom wanting to ice the bones in your body, and pound you crying into the dust with a deluge of sadness and tribulations. Interesting, how underrated this band is compared to the better-known players in the genre. Especially in comparison with the Peaceville Three – myth or not. Draconian are really up there with the best.[...] Click to raid more!