Artist profile · 05/07/2026
Tiamat
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About
Tiamat, From Stockholm's metal roots to atmospheric gothic soundscapes.
Tiamat began in Stockholm in 1987, initially rooted in death and doom metal. Their sound transitioned over years, embracing gothic metal and atmospheric elements. The band has released 17 vinyl albums including studio LPs and live recordings, with genres spanning black, gothic, and doom metal. Notable labels featuring their work include Century Media, Nuclear Blast, and Church of Vinyl.
Collectors find various limited and numbered editions, especially for albums like "Amanethes," "Prey," and "Judas Christ." These releases showcase Tiamat's evolution from aggressive metal to richly layered gothic rock with psychedelic and progressive touches.
Discography
Tiamat discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Wild-Live in Stockholm
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The Church of Tiamat
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Listen
Signature songs
- 01
CainPrey · 2003 - 02
Whatever That Hurts - 03
Brighter Than The SunSkeleton Skeletron · 1999 - 04Gaia
- 05The Ar
- 06Do You Dream of Me?
- 07Wildhoney
- 08Visionaire
Essentials
3 Tiamat albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 2008Shows Tiamat's gothic metal style with 14 tracks including "The Temple Of The Crescent Moon" and "Meliae". Limited edition vinyl pressed in Spain in 2009.
14 tracksLimited editionSpanish pressing 2009Nuclear Blast label
#2 · 2003Goth rock album with detailed compositions like "Cain" and "The Pentagram." Multiple vinyl versions exist, prized for their limited numbered pressings from Germany.
13 tracksLimited edition, numberedGerman original pressing 2003Century Media label
#3 · 1997Blends psychedelic and gothic rock across 13 tracks, pressed in numerous editions. Exemplifies Tiamat's atmospheric direction in late 1990s.
13 tracksLimited edition LPPsychedelic and goth rockCentury Media label
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Tiamat
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
Amanethes LP Limited Edition in Spain
The 2009 "Amanethes" vinyl pressing released by Black Sleeves in Spain is a limited edition pressing catalogued BLACK-106LP, highlighting its collectible status with no current stock for sale.
Prey album limited and numbered LP from 2003
The German pressing of "Prey" from 2003 on Century Media label exists as a limited, numbered LP with catalog number 77480-1, often sought after by collectors for its scarcity and condition.
The Sleeping Beauty live in Israel 1994
Tiamat released "The Sleeping Beauty - Live In Israel" in 1994 as a limited edition mini-album on LP, capturing the band’s live sound with 5 tracks including "In A Dream" and "The Sleeping Beauty."
Skeleton Skeletron, Gothic Metal from 1999
"Skeleton Skeletron" was issued on Century Media in 1999 with 10 tracks featuring gothic metal elements. Multiple vinyl edition variants exist, with original pressings predominantly from Germany.
"Our music blends doom, gothic atmospheres, and progressive elements."— Johan Edlund
Judas Christ LP from 2002 on Century Media
The album "Judas Christ" released in 2002 includes 18 tracks blending gothic and metal styles, with widely available LP pressings from Germany noted for their enhanced album format.
Tiamat vinyl discography
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Tiamat CDs
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Death / Doom / Thrash / Speed MetalMétal
2012-11-01Napalm Records
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Tiamat formed and where are they from?
Tiamat was formed in 1987 in Stockholm, Sweden, originally rooted in death metal and later evolving into gothic and doom metal.
What are the main music genres Tiamat is known for?
Tiamat is known for black metal, gothic metal, doom metal, and gothic rock, showing a diverse evolution over their career.
Which Tiamat albums are essential for vinyl collectors?
Key vinyl albums include "Amanethes" (2008), "Prey" (2003), and "A Deeper Kind Of Slumber" (1997), all available in limited edition pressings.
Are there any limited edition vinyl pressings of Tiamat albums?
Yes, albums such as "Amanethes," "Prey," and "A Deeper Kind Of Slumber" have limited edition pressings, sometimes numbered and released in countries like Spain and Germany.
Where can Tiamat vinyl albums be found for purchase in France?
Many Tiamat vinyl records are available in French record stores and through online vinyl comparators specializing in metal and gothic genres.
How does Tiamat's sound evolve across their albums?
Tiamat's sound progressed from intense death/doom metal towards atmospheric gothic metal and rock with psychedelic influences.
What are some top Tiamat tracks popular among listeners?
Popular tracks include "Cain," "Whatever That Hurts," "Brighter Than The Sun," and "Gaia," often featured in their live sets and compilations.
Are there live vinyl releases by Tiamat?
"The Sleeping Beauty - Live In Israel" from 1994 is a live mini-album available on LP, capturing their live performance energy.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.