Count Raven

The Profile

Count Raven are a Swedish doom metal band formed in 1989, known for a traditional, riff-driven sound and the distinctive vocals/guitar work of Dan Fondelius. Their discography spans from Storm Warning (1990) to The Sixth Storm (2021).

Swedish doom metal band formed in 1989; albums include Storm Warning (1990), Destruction of the Void (1992), High on Infinity (1993), Messiah of Confusion (1996), Mammons War (2009), and The Sixth Storm (2021). Often compared to Saint Vitus and Pentagram.

A fervent, 5/5 appraisal of Count Raven’s Mammons War (2009), framed as a long-awaited return after Messiah of Confusion (1996). The review praises classic doom riffing, moody textures, and honest songwriting, drawing parallels to Saint Vitus, Pentagram, Cathedral, The Obsessed, and Warning. Standout track mentions include The Poltergeist, Scream, Seven Days, and To Kill A Child.