Opia is a Gothic Doom Metal band formed in 2022, with members hailing from both the UK and Spain. Drawing influence from iconic doom bands like My Dying Bride, Draconian, and Swallow The Sun, Opia crafts a unique blend of atmospheric heaviness and emotional depth. Their music explores themes of mortality, grief, and the human experience, offering listeners an immersive journey into life’s darker moments.
The band’s sound is cinematic in its scope, combining slow, crushing riffs with haunting melodies and powerful, evocative vocals. Each song is an exploration of life’s most somber and reflective emotions, allowing listeners to find solace and catharsis through music. Opia’s music isn’t just about sonic heaviness; it’s about creating an emotional experience that resonates with anyone who’s faced hardship, loss, or sorrow.
Opia’s debut album, I Welcome Thee, Eternal Sleep, will be released on April 25, 2025, via Hammerheart Records. The album reflects the band’s vision and sound, blending mournful passages with moments of intense catharsis. This powerful release promises to leave a lasting impact on fans of Doom and/or Gothic metal, offering a journey through the darkest corners of the human experience.