Official Candlemass "Tales of Creation" T-Shirt (Epic Doom Metal)

Official new t-shirt from Swedish epic doom metal legends Candlemass, featuring artwork from their landmark fourth studio album Tales of Creation. Celebrating one of the defining releases in epic doom metal history, this officially licensed shirt pays tribute to an album that further cemented Candlemass' reputation as one of the most influential and respected bands ever to emerge from the doom metal genre.

Released in 1989, Tales of Creation completed an extraordinary run of classic albums that began with Epicus Doomicus Metallicus, continued through the genre-defining Nightfall and Ancient Dreams, and established Candlemass as the undisputed masters of epic doom metal. Written by bassist and principal songwriter Leif Edling, the album combines monumental Sabbath-inspired riffs, haunting melodies and biblical themes with the unmistakable operatic vocals of Messiah Marcolin, creating one of the band's most ambitious and atmospheric works.

The striking album artwork has become instantly recognisable among doom metal collectors and remains a favourite from Candlemass' celebrated late-1980s catalogue. Whether you're a lifelong devotee of traditional doom or building a collection dedicated to heavy metal's most influential albums, this shirt represents one of the genre's true masterpieces.

Printed on premium Gildan Heavy Cotton, this official shirt delivers outstanding comfort, durability and long-lasting print quality, making it ideal for concerts, festivals, record fairs or everyday wear.

Material, Production Quality & Construction

Manufactured using Gildan Heavy Cotton garment for exceptional durability, comfort and long-term wear. The professionally applied front print faithfully reproduces the iconic Tales of Creation artwork with excellent detail and colour definition. Designed to withstand repeated wear while maintaining print clarity and structural integrity.

Ergonomic Fitment Guide

Constructed using Gildan's classic unisex heavy cotton fit, providing comfortable everyday wear with a structured feel. For the best fit, compare the measurements of a favourite shirt by measuring pit-to-pit and collar-to-hem before selecting your preferred size.

Shirt sizes are not standardized! To better ensure a perfect fit, match the chest, length and sleeve measurements (laid flat) indicated below to those of a shirt you already own and love:

Size: S measures 58cm (23") length (front collar to hem) , width  42cm (17") (pit to pit)
Size: M measures 63cm (25") length (front collar to hem) , width  48cm (19") (pit to pit)
Size: L measures 66cm (26") length (front collar to hem) , width 55cm (22") (pit to pit)
Size: XL measures 67cm (27") length (front collar to hem) , width 58cm (23") (pit to pit)
Size: XXL measures 71cm (28") length (front collar to hem) , width 66cm (26") (pit to pit)
Size: 3XL measures 76cm (30") length (front collar to hem) , width 70cm (27") (pit to pit)

Tales of Creation represents one of the defining albums of classic epic doom metal and forms an essential part of Candlemass' legendary catalogue alongside Epicus Doomicus Metallicus, Nightfall and Ancient Dreams. This shirt is an outstanding collector piece for fans of traditional doom metal and one of the genre's most influential bands.

Recommended for fans of: Black Sabbath, Pentagram, Saint Vitus, Trouble, Solitude Aeturnus, Cathedral, Reverend Bizarre, Sorcerer, DoomSword, Crypt Sermon, While Heaven Wept and traditional epic doom metal.

Product Specifications
Artist: Candlemass
Design: Tales of Creation
Album: Tales of Creation (1989)
Genre: Epic Doom Metal / Traditional Doom Metal
Brand: Gildan Heavy Cotton
Front Print: Yes
Back Print: No
Fit: Unisex Heavy Cotton Classic Fit
Condition: Brand New