The best 80’s metal band born this side of the millenium. Orbital Decay is all about speedy, metallic rythms, hard power chords, and grave moody intros. Our goal is to do metal/rock the way we want it, when we want it, and goddamnit in what color we want it (black).
“Do you long for the metal days of yore, grungy garage rock with droning riffs, echoing of greats like Iron Maiden and Black Sabbath? Consider checking out Orbital Decay from Sweden!”
“And in a scene where everything’s pretty oversaturated these days, music that brings you back to the good old times is really something to sip like a nice wine. The influences are clear, so if you’re into classic metal, circa the ‘80s-’90s, Orbital Decay might very well scratch an itch”
For the full review, check out: Bear Wiseman’s blog.
The Music
More about our music, lyrics, album covers, where to buy or listen etc.
The band
From top left: Sina Khaknezhad – guitar, Jimmi Wimmersjö – guitar, Thomas Bjelkeman – Bass, Jörgen “The Voice” Wimmersjö – Vocals, Svante Sjöberg – drums. Photo credit: Felicia Lundgren.
Starting a few years ago, Jimmi and Jörgen set out to draw from their diverse backgrounds to create music influenced by both heavy metal and grovy rhythms. They found Thomas to add those bass lines and crazy shirts. Recent additions are Sina for the wild guitar solos and Svante for that rock steady and pumping pulse on the drums.
Planned gigs
September 2026: The Node, Stockholm, details to be announced.
Published by Metal Sweden Productions.