The last few years have seen a steady stream of new stoner metal releases, but not all of them get the attention they deserve. With that in mind, we’ve put together a short collection of albums we think are particularly strong, and ones that stoner fans may have let slip under the radar.
It’s by no means an exhaustive list, and it reflects our own particular taste, which leans more toward the slower, heavier side of the genre rather than the psych or bluesy end. Still, we believe there’s plenty here for stoner fans of all stripes, from cosmic concept albums to gritty sludge-driven trips.
We also keep a constantly updated Slow / Heavy Stoner Metal & Rock playlist on Spotify. If you enjoy what you hear here, be sure to follow it to stay up to date with our latest discoveries.
(in no particular order)
Daevar – Sub Rosa (2025)
The German trio Daevar push their sound forward on Sub Rosa, a record that blends grunge-driven momentum with expansive, atmospheric textures. Dreamy female vocals float above the heavy foundation, softening the edges while deepening the mood.
Khan – That Fair and Warlike Form // Return to Dust (2025)
Aussie trio Khan’s latest release is less straight stoner metal and more a striking hybrid of heavy psych, progressive rock, and stoner influences. The two tracks, each over 20 minutes, move from shimmering psychedelia to colossal climaxes, showing real range and dynamism. Genres aside, it’s one of the most compelling releases of 2025.
Slomatics, Domkraft – Ascend/Descend (2022)
A notable split that fuses Domkraft’s psych-sludge intensity with Slomatics’ monolithic doom weight. It plays like a summit of two heavy traditions, united by fuzz, atmosphere, and crushing tone.
Rezn – Burden (2024)
On Burden, Rezn retain traces of the dreamlike haze from Solace while shifting toward a heavier, more claustrophobic sound. Soft vocals and shoegaze-tinged textures float over doom-rooted riffs and restless percussion, blurring stoner metal power with a spectral atmosphere. It’s a slow-burning listen that grips tighter the deeper you go.
Sergeant Thunderhoof – The Ghost of Badon Hill (2024)
Leaning further into prog rock than most albums on this list, The Ghost of Badon Hill sees Sergeant Thunderhoof explore Arthurian lore through a full narrative arc. The result is a textured record that bridges stoner heft with richly layered arrangements and dynamic shifts.
Grin – Hush (2024)
With Hush, Berlin’s Grin break from stoner doom convention, trading long jams for 16 focused, hard-hitting tracks. Growled and clean vocals weave through songs that balance grim density with bursts of energy, making for an engaging record.
MWWB – The Harvest (2022)
On The Harvest, MWWB continue their cosmic voyage, blending crushing doom riffs with retro sci-fi electronics. The record unfolds like a soundtrack to a space-horror epic, where tension builds and bursts with each passage. Jessica Ball’s ethereal vocals lend the music a spectral lift, balancing density with light.
Ordos – Fire (2025)
Fire is an album that feels cinematic in scope yet raw in delivery. The Swedish four-piece balance drawn-out doom weight with snarling sludge grit, pushed further by Johansson’s croons and growls. If you’re looking for stoner that doesn’t stick to a single gear, this one’s well worth a spin.
Skraeckoedlan – Vermillion Sky (2024)
Vermillion Sky comes especially recommended for listeners on the proggy, hard rock side of stoner. Vast, sci-fi soundscapes wrap around crushing riffs and soaring melodies, making for a record that feels as expansive as it is heavy.
Tar Pond – Petrol (2023)
Born from the legacy of Celtic Frost, Coroner, and beyond, Tar Pond approach doom from a darker, more idiosyncratic angle. Their second full-length, Petrol, drags Sabbath-rooted riffs through a post-metal haze, letting every note feel heavy with tension. It’s the sort of album that cuts across subgenre boundaries, with enough monolithic riffing to appeal to traditional doom diehards, enough dynamics to hook fans of post-metal, and just enough haze to pull in stoner listeners.
Want more? Our companion playlist features highlights from these albums and beyond, and it’s regularly updated with new releases. Feel free to follow if you’d like to stay in the loop.
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