Tid

Tid (Swedish for 'Time') is a Linköping-based collective that occupies a unique intersection of post-metal, progressive rock, and cinematic synth-wave. Formed in 2005, the band is inextricably linked to the 'Linköping scene' that birthed Ghost and Magna Carta Cartel, sharing members like Martin Persner and Simon Söderberg.

Unlike their peers' more melodic or pop-oriented ventures, Tid explores a darker, more experimental territory. Their sound identity is defined by a 'Time Is Divine' philosophy, manifesting as slow-building, dramatic compositions that utilize vintage synthesizer textures to evoke the atmosphere of 1980s horror and sci-fi soundtracks. After an initial period of activity culminating in the 2010 EP 'Giv akt', the band went on a significant hiatus, returning in 2016 with 'Fix Idé'. This release solidified their critical standing as masters of 'suggestive sound', moving away from the black metal influences of their youth toward a sophisticated, art-rock influenced metal. They are highly regarded in underground circles for their refusal to follow genre tropes, opting instead for a visionary, visual-heavy approach to heavy music.