Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Katatonia
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About
Katatonia, Swedish metal evolution from death doom to progressive rock.
Katatonia is a Swedish metal band formed by Jonas Renkse and Anders Nyström in 1991 in Stockholm. Initially rooted in death/doom metal with melancholic and black metal influences, the band gradually moved towards a more lyrical, progressive, and alternative metal style. Their transition included changing vocal styles from growls to clear singing, reflecting an evolution in songwriting and sound.
The band's discography spans multiple albums, EPs, and live releases, issued through Peaceville and Napalm Records among others. Katatonia's catalogue includes vinyl releases covering a variety of metal subgenres like doom metal, gothic metal, progressive metal, and alternative rock.
Discography
Katatonia discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Live Consternation
Katatonia
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
Sanctitude
Katatonia
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
The Great Cold Distance: Live in Bulgaria With the Orchestra of State Opera – Plovdiv
Katatonia
- Vinyl 1
- CD
- Cassette
Nightmares as Extensions of the Waking State
Katatonia
- Vinyl 6
- CD 2
- Cassette
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Signature songs
- 01
My TwinDead Air · 2020 - 02LeadersDead Air · 2020
- 03DeliberationDead Air · 2020
- 04JulyDead Air · 2020
- 05Ghost of the SunDead Air · 2020
- 06
Consternation - 07Follower
- 08In the WhiteDead Air · 2020
Essentials
3 Katatonia albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1996A landmark album blending doom, black, and death metal featuring Mikael Åkerfeldt guest vocals after Jonas Renkse lost his voice during recording.
Doom/Black/Death metal1996 releasePeaceville RecordsKey for early band sound
#2 · 2020Explores goth rock and alternative metal textures across 21 tracks, issued by Peaceville with multiple vinyl versions available.
21 tracksPeaceville label2020 releasePopular among collectors
#3 · 2025Latest studio album with nine tracks showcasing progressive metal styles, pressed as a limited edition on Napalm Records.
10 tracksLimited editionNapalm RecordsProgressive Metal
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Katatonia
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Band formed in Stockholm
Katatonia started in 1991 as a duo featuring Jonas Renkse on vocals and drums and Anders Nyström on guitar, focusing initially on melancholic death/doom metal.
Brave Murder Day with Mikael Åkerfeldt
During the 1996 recording of Brave Murder Day, Jonas Renkse lost his voice, prompting Mikael Åkerfeldt from Opeth to provide guest vocals for the album.
Shift to clear vocals starting with Discouraged Ones
After early death/doom releases, Jonas Renkse adopted a clear vocal style beginning with the album Discouraged Ones, marking a stylistic transition to a more melodic metal approach.
2017's The Great Cold Distance live in Bulgaria
The live album recorded with the Orchestra of State Opera - Plovdiv captures a 2017 concert showcasing progressive and gothic metal elements in a unique orchestral arrangement.
It is meant to create distance between everything and nothing. It's a torturous life.— Jonas Renkse on The Great Cold Distance
Katatonia vinyl discography
See allNew Nightmares As Extensions Of The Waking State
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2025-06-06NAPALM RECORDSFrom$26.99
1 offerTHE GREAT COLD DISTANCE
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2024-05-03Peaceville RecordsFrom$26.98
1 offerDethroned & Uncrowned
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-11-26Peaceville RecordsFrom$47.55
1 offerMnemosynean
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2021-10-01Peaceville RecordsFrom$42.98
2 offersDance Of December Souls
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2020-03-20Peaceville RecordsFrom$41.01
1 offerThe Fall of Hearts
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2019-08-02Peaceville RecordsFrom$51.91
1 offer
Katatonia CDs
See allThe Fall of Hearts
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2023-02-10PeacevilleFrom$19.74
1 offerThe great cold distance
Katatonia
Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2019-06-14PeacevilleFrom$18.00
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What year was Katatonia formed and where?
Katatonia was formed in 1991 in Stockholm, Sweden.
Which Katatonia vinyl album features guest vocals from Mikael Åkerfeldt?
Mikael Åkerfeldt provided guest vocals on the 1996 album Brave Murder Day.
What genres does Katatonia cover in their metal music?
Katatonia's music spans death doom, black metal, gothic metal, progressive metal, and alternative rock styles.
How many tracks are on the 2020 Dead Air vinyl LP?
The Dead Air vinyl LP includes 21 tracks showcasing gothic and alternative metal elements.
What is the format and label of the 2025 Nightmares As Extensions Of The Waking State vinyl?
The 2025 album was released as a limited edition LP by Napalm Records.
Are Katatonia vinyl records available in France?
Yes, multiple Katatonia vinyls including Dead Air and City Burials are available in France through Peaceville releases.
Which album is considered Katatonia's most dynamic by the band?
The Great Cold Distance (2006) is considered their most dynamic album, with a mood of cold distance.
Where was the live album The Great Cold Distance recorded?
The live album was recorded in 2017 with the Orchestra of State Opera in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
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- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
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