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He was a fan of the band 'Kiss' during his childhood and youth, which inspired him to pursue a career in music. The new Immortal album All Shall Fall was released in September 2009 in Europe with a US release following a month later.
In 2006, Abbath started a new band called simply, I. Abbath is the frontman and guitarist of I and is joined by former Immortal drummer Armagedda on drums, Gorgoroth bassist King ov Hell on bass, Enslaved guitarist Arve Isdal on guitars, and former Immortal guitarist Demonaz writing lyrics.
For a long period of time, however, Abbath served the band as vocalist, bassist and (studio) drummer while Demonaz played lead guitar. Read more on Wikipedia
His biography is available in 25 different languages on Wikipedia. After him are Ketil Bjørnstad (1952), Terje Rypdal (1947), Shagrath (1976), Truls Mørk (1961), Rolf Løvland (1955), and Nils Petter Molvær (1960).
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| Norwegian composer, vocalist, guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, drummer and one of the founding members of the black metal band 'Immortal' Date of Birth: 27.06.1973 Country: Norway |
Content:
- Biography of Abbath Doom Occulta
- Early Life and Musical Career
- Role in 'Immortal'
- Recent Projects and Solo Career
- Conclusion
Biography of Abbath Doom Occulta
Abbath Doom Occulta, born Olve Eikemo on June 27, 1973, is a Norwegian composer, vocalist, guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, and drummer.
Currently, he plays an ESP LTD DV8-R Dave Mustaine Model guitar, 'Pearl' drums, and a B.C. Rich Ironbird bass guitar.
After a brief hiatus, 'Immortal' regrouped in 2006 with Abbath, Demonaz, and new member Apollyon on bass. As a young boy, he was an avid fan of hard rock band, KISS. This album marks a large shift in sound and style for the music of Immortal.
Before founding Immortal, Abbath performed with Old Funeral alongside future Immortal member Demonaz. After him are Lee Ritenour, Donald Fagen, Phil Woods, Manu Katché, John Mayhew, and Nigel Kennedy.
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Among people born in 1973, Olve Eikemo ranks 163.
The break-up was not caused by tensions or problems, but was rather a mutual one between all members, who claimed to do this for personal reasons.
In early June 2006, it was announced through a German Rock Hard magazine, that Abbath and Horgh would reunite as Immortal. A signature model was released, called the RavenDark V, in 2017.[ref]http://www.schecterguitars.com/guitars/2017/abbath-guitar-detail[/ref]
Abbath uses an ENGL Ritchie Blackmore Signature E650 amp through either direct line in or a Marshall cabinet.
The character Lars Ümlaüt, from the Guitar Hero Series features much of the same clothing Abbath wears, and identical corpse paint.
They embarked on tours and released their eighth album, 'All Shall Fall', in 2009. After him are Cuauhtémoc Blanco, Tomáš Galásek, Andrés Palop, Fares Fares, Shannon Elizabeth, and Selahattin Demirtaş.
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He began his musical journey with 'Old Funeral', playing bass guitar alongside his old school friends.
Abbath's involvement with 'Old Funeral' led him to play with 'Amputation', a band led by Demonaz, who would later become a member of 'Immortal'.
Before him are Varg Vikernes (1973), Euronymous (1968), John Norum (1964), Magne Furuholmen (1962), Paul Waaktaar-Savoy (1961), and Aurora (1996). Sons of Northern Darkness was released in 2002, with the same lineup.
Soon after the release of Sons of Northern Darkness, Immortal ceased to exist. It was not until Horgh arrived that Immortal was able to secure a steady line-up, but problems continued.
The band continues to create unique and influential music, pushing the boundaries of the black metal genre.
Conclusion
Abbath Doom Occulta, with his multiple talents and contributions to the black metal scene, has established himself as a respected figure in the world of heavy metal. However, Abbath and Demonaz have remained the core members, with Abbath taking on the roles of vocalist, bassist, and studio drummer, while Demonaz serves as the lead guitarist.
Recent Projects and Solo Career
In addition to his work with 'Immortal', Abbath is involved in various other musical endeavors.
They have begun practicing old material.
Olve Eikemo
Eikemo was born in Odda and grew up in Lysefjorden in Os just outside Bergen in Norway. During the Inferno Metal Festival 2007, Abbath joined the German thrash metal band Sodom on stage and performed a cover of Motörhead's "Ace of Spades".
As of 2015, Abbath is an endorsee of Schecter Guitars.
He is primarily known for his skills on the guitar, but is also an experienced drummer, utilizing techniques such as blast beats which are highly valued in black metal and similar genres.