Monolord with Khemmis and Earth Tongue

Monolord are a Swedish doom/stoner power-trio known for their massive, earth-shaking riffs, hypnotic grooves, and emotionally heavy atmospheres. Formed in Gothenburg in 2013, the bandguitarist/vocalist Thomas Jger, drummer Esben Willems, and bassist Mika Hkkiquickly rose to the forefront of modern doom with a run of globally praised albums and relentless touring across Europe, North America, South America, and major festivals like Hellfest, Desertfest, Psycho Las Vegas, and Roadburn. Their records, including Empress Rising, Vnir, Rust, and No Comfort, cemented their reputation for blending crushing fuzz with melodic undercurrents and immersive repetition. Now one of heavy musics most consistent and beloved bands, Monolord are gearing up for their next chapter with a new album arriving in 2026produced by legendary engineer Sylvia Massy and released via Relapse Records.

• Thursday 27 August 2026 — the show starts at 7:30 PM.
• Thalia Hall is in Chicago and holds around 700 people.
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