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Electric Wizard

Electric Wizard

doom metal, stoner metal

United Kingdom Est. 1993

"Electric Wizard's layered guitar distortion and steady rhythmic pulse create an enveloping density that engulfs the listener in waves of dark groove and hypnotic repetition."

Quick Start

A good place to start with Electric Wizard is…

We Live

We Live

2004
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Career Arc

Electric Wizard's discography from 1995 to 2017

1995 2006 2017
Electric Wizard (1995) Electric Wizard/Our Haunt... (1995) Come My Fanatics... (1997) Chrono.Naut (1997) Chrono.Naut / Nuclear Gur... (1998) Supercoven (1998) Dopethrone (2000) Let Us Prey (2002) We Live (2004) Pre-Electric Wizard 1989–... (2006) Witchcult Today (2007) The Processean (2008) Black Masses (2010) Legalise Drugs and Murder (2012) Legalise Drugs & Murder (2012) Time to Die (2014) Wizard Bloody Wizard (2017)
Electric Wizard matters for their role in defining and amplifying the dark, heavy aesthetic of doom metal, crafting sounds that resonate with an atmosphere of both foreboding and transcendent bliss.
Electric Wizard matters for their role in defining and amplifying the dark, heavy aesthetic of doom metal, crafting sounds that resonate with an atmosphere of both foreboding and transcendent bliss. Their music weaves a narrative of rebellion and mysticism that speaks to a generation seeking an escape from the mundanity of everyday life, marking them as a significant cultural touchstone within the metal scene. The band approaches their sound with an almost ritualistic intensity, layering thick guitar riffs and hypnotic rhythms that draw listeners into a mesmerizing trance. They employ long, expansive song structures that embrace repetition—not just as a musical device but as a way to invoke a feeling of catharsis. Electric Wizard’s ability to blend sludgy heaviness with melodic motifs creates an immersive experience, captivating those who dare to surrender to its depths. Their songwriting traverses themes of occultism, horror, and the supernatural, often employing vivid imagery and surreal narratives that evoke visceral responses rather than clear-cut storytelling. The tone ranges from sinister and brooding to eerily captivating, balancing moments of stark irony with sincere reverence for the subjects they explore.

Full discography

Electric Wizard's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

17 releases • 10 albums • 7 EPS • 1995–2017
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EPs ()

Legalise Drugs and Murder album by Electric Wizard

Legalise Drugs and Murder

2012

Legalise Drugs & Murder album by Electric Wizard

Legalise Drugs & Murder

2012

The Processean album by Electric Wizard

The Processean

2008

Chrono.Naut / Nuclear Guru album by Electric Wizard

Chrono.Naut / Nuclear Guru

1998

Supercoven album by Electric Wizard

Supercoven

1998

Chrono.Naut album by Electric Wizard

Chrono.Naut

1997

Electric Wizard/Our Haunted Kingdom album by Electric Wizard

Electric Wizard/Our Haunted Kingdom

1995

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Electric Wizard sound like?

Electric Wizard's layered guitar distortion and steady rhythmic pulse create an enveloping density that engulfs the listener in waves of dark groove and hypnotic repetition. Rooted in doom metal and stoner metal. Start with Dopethrone.

What is the best Electric Wizard album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Dopethrone" (2000). It's the most representative of what makes Electric Wizard worth hearing.

Who is Electric Wizard for?

If you're into doom metal and stoner metal, Electric Wizard is worth your time. Electric Wizard's layered guitar distortion and steady rhythmic pulse create an enveloping density that engulfs the listener in waves of dark groove and hypnotic repetition.

How many albums does Electric Wizard have?

Electric Wizard has 17 releases in their discography, including 10 albums and 7 EPs.

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