Russian traditional doom metal band Minister Heaven stream their debut album »Celestial Gaze«; out now via Stoned Steel Records!

Yekaterinburg, Russia based traditional doom metal trio Minister Heaven has released their debut album »Celestial Gaze« on February 1st, 2026 via Stoned Steel Records.

Listen to »Celestial Gaze« on all major streaming platforms!

Tracklist:
01. Doomsday Haze
02. Born To The Sound Of Shattering Blades / Son Of War
03. Into The Nature’s Charms
04. The Prince Of The Power Of The Air

Minister Heaven is a traditional doom metal band from the Ural Mountains formed in autumn 2020. Drawing inspiration from classic acts such as Candlemass, Reverend Bizarre, Sleep and Trouble, the band focuses on slow, heavy riffs, extended compositions and a solemn, ritualistic atmosphere.

Their debut full-length album »Celestial Gaze« was released in February 2026 on Stoned Steel Records. The album presents four long-form tracks rooted in the timeless traditions of doom metal, rejecting modern trends in favor of a pure and uncompromising sound.

All music and lyrics by The Preacher Of Truth.
Drums, vocals, acoustic guitars, synths were recorded at Invisible Studios.
Guitars and bass recorded at the Regicide’s Dungeon Studio.
Engineered, reamped, mixed and mastered by Vladimir Kucherov at Invisible Studios.
Produced by Vladimir Kucherov and Minister Heaven.
Front cover painting “St. Bernard” by El Greco, 1577-1579.
Band logo by GodLikeIkons.
Layout by Dmitry Babin.

Minister Heaven are:
Arseny “The Preacher Of Truth” – Guitars, Vocals
Vitaly “Grave Mentor” – Bass
Stanislav “Martyr Of The Unbelievers” – Drums

Bojan Bidovc // music enthusiast, promoter, misanthrop and sometimes a journalist as well