Ghost is one of those rare modern rock bands that has increased in popularity over the last few years, selling out stadiums and frequently debuting in the upper realm of the album charts.  Not a mean feat as that is usually relegated to pop acts, with rock having become a thing of the past.  With their faux occult stylings and extensive comic lore, Ghost have managed to gain fans of all ages despite heavy gatekeeping in the metal community.  2022's Impera truly broke them into the mainstream, and Skeletá, released in 2025, is keeping them there.  However, the more pop they become, the less leader Tobias Forge seems to be delving into his own creativity.