Paradise Metal

Paradise Metal
Studio album by
Father Dionysos Tabakis
Released2026
Length32:29
LabelHeat 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. 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.

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."

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." Heat Crimes announced a limited edition vinyl release of the album, to come in July of 2026.

References

  1. 1 2 Currin, Grayson Haver (May 14, 2026). "Father Dionysos Tabakis - Paradise Metal". Retrieved May 27, 2026.
  2. ↑ 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.
  3. ↑ "f.Dionisios Tabakis-Paradise metal". YouTube. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
  4. ↑ Παππά, Μαρία (May 16, 2026). "Είναι παπάς. Έβγαλε metal δίσκο. Έγινε σταρ σε μια νύχτα. Μιλά στη LIFO". Lifo. Retrieved May 27, 2026.
  5. ↑ Tsoni, Paula (May 17, 2026). "Greek Orthodox Priest's "Paradise Metal" Album Gains Global Acclaim". Retrieved May 27, 2026.