Officium Triste, formed in Rotterdam in 1994, is a seminal Dutch death-doom band renowned for their emotive and melodic compositions. Drawing inspiration from pioneers like Paradise Lost, Anathema, and My Dying Bride, they have crafted a sound that seamlessly blends heavy, slow tempos with profound melancholy. Celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2024, they released their seventh full-length album, "Hortus Venenum," further solidifying their legacy in the doom metal genre. ([doomed-nation.com](https://doomed-nation.com/doomed-confessionary-pim-blankenstein-officium-triste/?utm_source=openai))