The Gates of Slumber

American doom metal trio from Indianapolis known for slow, heavy, psychedelic-tinged doom led by Karl Simon (vocals/guitar) with Jason McCash on bass and a history of drummer changes.

Reviewed albums note a raw, epic doom style influenced by Candlemass, Cirith Ungol, Manilla Road, Pentagram and My Dying Bride. The Awakening (review notes release on Final Chapter), The Wretch was distributed by Rise Above. Drummers mentioned across reviews: Chuck Brown, Chris Gordon, Bob Fouts and Clyde Paradis.

DeBaser's handful of reviews (all by Hellring) cover The Gates of Slumber's core albums and highlight a raw, slow, epic doom style with psychedelic touches. The reviews praise songwriting and atmosphere while noting occasional excesses in track length and guitar saturation. Key albums covered: The Awakening, Suffer No Guilt, Conqueror, Hymns of Blood and Thunder, The Wretch. Overall reception is favorable, emphasizing classic doom influences and the band's distinct, gritty sound.

For:Fans of doom metal, epic/retro heavy metal and gritty, psychedelic-tinged riffs.