Conception is a Norwegian hard rock band known for melodic and rhythmic music of a unique, powerful, yet dynamic blend, with influences from flamenco, jazz and classical music. The band was formed in 1989, by Roy Khan (vocals), Tore Østby (guitar), Ingar Amlien (bass), and Arve Heimdal (drums).

After a two decades break, Conception released a minialbum titled “My Dark Symphony” (2018) and a full length album called “State Of Deception” (2020), both available on CD & Vinyl, stream and download. This album was later rereleased as an expanded deluxe edition (2022) with new songs, newly recorded classics, a demo and live material.