I thought they kicked ass back then they had a Merciful Fate kind sound with low death vocals. Their news albums still have some okay songs (I confess I like some Goth rock) but peoples thoughts?
The Astral Sleep is probably my favorite of theirs, right next to Sumerian Cry. I haven't listened to the more recent ones though, as they don't sound like something I would be interested in.
I've known about Tiamat for awile just never knew they use to have death, black, and doom elements. I had no idea they were such a heavy atmospheric band. The Astral sleep has some of the most heavy riffs but it's more than just being heavy. The acoustic guitars,etc.. are great.