Release Date: December 23rd 2025. Record Label: Self Released. Formats: DD
Holy Slumber - Tracklisting
1.Holy Slumber 03:39
2.Where Demons Crawl 04:43
Review
Doom/Stoner Metallers Holy Slumber release their self-titled debut single and it’s a glorious mix of Doom, Stoner and Heavy Metal with the band firing on all cylinders from the very start. The song has a certain CLASSIC HARD ROCK approach which soon moves into areas of pure HEAVY METAL EXCESS. It’s not the most original of sounds but Holy Slumber creates some fantastic grooves inspired by the likes of SAINT VITUS and The Obsessed with a dash of NWOBHM outlandish melodies holding everything together.
Holy Slumber really finds their own identity on the excellent and standout bonus track Where Demons Crawl as they opt for a heavier and more thrilling OCCULT sound. The whole mood is quite seedy, violent and brilliantly over the top. The vocals are great to hear which only fully sells the OCCULT ROCK and DOOM METAL energy of the whole release. Sure, everything becomes way OVER THE TOP but the grooves are intense and deliver with real passion.
The production values offer a “LESS IS MORE” approach with Holy Slumber showcasing a great band to check out from the excellent Philippines Underground Heavy Metal scene. I would have loved to hear a couple of more tracks to see how HOLY SLUMBER develop their music within a longer release but maybe within their next release as I’m genuinely interested to hear what the guys will release next.
Check this out. As this is a great release from a band who deserve some much notice within the Doom/Stoner Metal scene.
Words by Steve Howe
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