Krux

The Profile

Krux is a Swedish doom metal project formed by Candlemass bassist Leif Edling. The band delivered three studio albums — Krux (2002), II (2006), and III: He Who Sleeps Amongst the Stars (2011) — featuring vocalist Mats Levén and contributions from musicians including Jörgen Sandström, Peter Stjärnvind, Carl Westholm, and Fredrik Åkesson.

Swedish epic doom project led by Leif Edling (Candlemass). Albums: Krux (2002), II (2006), III: He Who Sleeps Amongst the Stars (2011). Key members include Mats Levén (vocals), Jörgen Sandström (guitars), Peter Stjärnvind (drums), Carl Westholm (keyboards), and Fredrik Åkesson (guitars).

Krux, the Swedish epic doom outfit led by Candlemass bassist Leif Edling, gets praised for classic, high-quality songwriting. The 2002 debut is highlighted as mature, epic doom with standouts like Omfalos and Lunochod. III (2011) leans into an “epic space doom” vibe with keys by Carl Westholm and tracks like Emily Payne, Small Deadly Curses, and the long-form Prince Azaar. II is viewed as weaker than the debut but III restores consistency. Overall sentiment is strongly positive for doom devotees.