Isole

The Profile

Isole are a Swedish doom metal band from Gävle. Formed in 1990 as Forlorn, they adopted the Isole name in 2004 and debuted with Forevermore (2005). Rooted in classic/epic doom, they earned acclaim with Bliss of Solitude (2007), continued with Silent Ruins (2009) and the heavier Born From Shadows (2011), and explored a more melodic edge on The Calm Hunter (2014).

Origin: Gävle, Sweden. Early years as Forlorn (1990), renamed Isole in 2004; debut album Forevermore (2005). Style aligns with classic and epic doom, with influences and comparisons to Candlemass; occasional growls appeared on Born From Shadows. Daniel Bryntse is noted for expressive clean vocals in the reviews.

DeBaser’s reviews spotlight Isole’s classic doom from Gävle, Sweden. Bliss of Solitude is hailed as their masterpiece, while Silent Ruins is seen as a step back. Born From Shadows hardens the sound with occasional growls; The Calm Hunter leans more melodic without losing weight. Forevermore shows the band’s Candlemass-rooted beginnings and Bryntse’s distinctive vocals.