Destiny (band)

Destiny was a Swedish heavy metal band formed in Gothenburg in 1982. The band is considered part of the first wave of Swedish heavy metal.

History:

Destiny was founded by Stefan Björnshög, Håkan Ring, and Peter Lundgren. After a few lineup changes, the band solidified with Zenny Gustavsson on vocals, Stefan Björnshög on bass, Floyd Konstantin on guitar, and Peter Lundgren on drums. This lineup recorded the band's first demo in 1982.

The band released their self-titled debut album, Destiny, in 1985 on Rydell Records. This album is now considered a cult classic within the traditional heavy metal community. Their second album, Atomic Winter, followed in 1988, showcasing a darker and more progressive sound. This album was released on немецкий лейбл, немецкий язык (German label).

After Atomic Winter, Destiny went through several lineup changes and a period of inactivity. They resurfaced in the late 1990s with a new lineup and released Beyond All Sense in 2004 and The Undiscovered Country in 2005. Their most recent album, Climate Change, was released in 2016.

Musical Style:

Destiny's music is characterized by its traditional heavy metal sound, drawing influences from bands like Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, and early Queensrÿche. Their early work featured soaring vocals, twin guitar harmonies, and complex song structures. Later albums incorporated progressive elements, resulting in a more diverse and mature sound.

Discography:

• Destiny (1985)
• Atomic Winter (1988)
• Beyond All Sense (2004)
• The Undiscovered Country (2005)
• Climate Change (2016)