Monolord (SWE) + Mars Red Sky (FR)

Monolord is a Swedish stoner-doom band known for massive riffs and a hypnotic, heavy atmosphere. Formed in Gothenburg in 2013, the band consists of Thomas Jäger (guitar, vocals), drummer Esben Willems, and bassist Mika Häkki. Monolord quickly rose to the forefront of the modern doom scene thanks to a string of critically acclaimed albums and relentless touring across Europe, North and South America, as well as appearances at major festivals such as Hellfest, Desertfest, Psycho Las Vegas, and Roadburn.

Their records—including *Empress Rising*, *Vænir*, *Rust*, and *No Comfort*—cemented their reputation for blending crushing stoner fuzz with metal melodies and immersive, repetitive structures. Today, Monolord ranks among the most popular acts in the heavy music scene and is embarking on a new chapter: their album *Neverending* was produced by the legendary Sylvia Massy and released via Relapse Records.