Paradise Metal
| Paradise Metal | |
|---|---|
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| Studio album by Father Dionysos Tabakis | |
| Released | 2026 |
| Length | 32:29 |
| Label | Heat Crimes |
Paradise Metal is the debut album by Father Dionysos Tabakis, a Greek Orthodox priest. The album consists of experimental metal music. Heat Crimes released the album in 2026.
Background
Fr. Tabakis lives in Nafplio, a small city in Argolis, Greece, and is married with children.[1][2] He launched an experimental music channel on YouTube in 2012. As of May 2026, the channel has over 300 videos and over 12,000 subscribers.[3]
In an interview with Lifo, Fr. Tabakis said, "Fortunately, I am not a professional musician because I would have the fear of performance. While, as a simple amateur, I travel lightly and carefree with my boat."[4]
Reception
Paradise Metal received a 7.6/10 score from Pitchfork, and was described in the review as a "joyous, solemn, playful, and painful record."[1] Heat Crimes announced a limited edition vinyl release of the album, to come in July of 2026.[5]
References
- 1 2 Currin, Grayson Haver (May 14, 2026). "Father Dionysos Tabakis - Paradise Metal". Retrieved May 27, 2026.
- ↑ Mitsopoulou, Fonie (2026-07-02). "'Techno in a monastery – are you ready?' The Greek priest whose doom metal album is the year's hippest record". The Guardian.
- ↑ "f.Dionisios Tabakis-Paradise metal". YouTube. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
- ↑ Παππά, Μαρία (May 16, 2026). "Είναι παπάς. Έβγαλε metal δίσκο. Έγινε σταρ σε μια νύχτα. Μιλά στη LIFO". Lifo. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
- ↑ Tsoni, Paula (May 17, 2026). "Greek Orthodox Priest's "Paradise Metal" Album Gains Global Acclaim". Retrieved May 27, 2026.