Conan

Formed in Liverpool in 2006, Conan has become a cornerstone of the international doom and sludge scene. Led by guitarist/vocalist Jon Davis, the band pioneered a sub-style they call 'caveman battle doom,' characterized by extreme down-tuning, massive distortion, and lyrical themes centered on prehistoric warfare and mythology.

Their rise was cemented by a legendary 2012 Roadburn performance and a series of influential splits with peers like Slomatics and Bongripper. Critically, they are praised for their 'less is more' approach to songwriting, where the sheer tonal quality of their equipment becomes as important as the notes played. Their evolution has seen them incorporate faster, d-beat influenced sections in later albums like 'Revengeance,' though they never sacrifice the tectonic weight that defines their identity. They occupy a vital space in the 'heavy-slow' continuum, influencing a new generation of bands to prioritize sonic density and primitive rhythmic force.