Few songs evoke fear quite like "Black Sabbath," the first track from the band's debut album released in 1970. This song – along with the album it debuted – is frequently recognized as a ...

But were Black Sabbath really the first band to marry rock and the occult? Not according to Mikael Åkerfeldt, frontman wiuth Swedish prog metallers Opeth and noted connoisseur of obscure music.

With a wide range of influences - from Black Sabbath and Iron Maiden to Motorhead and Opeth - the music is punchy and melodic with powerful vocals, backed by a solid driving rhythm section ...