Formed: 1990
From:
Stockholm,
Sweden
Last Known Status: Active
Background
Ten years ago, the metal underground was abuzz as a new, sinister style crept out of the humid Floridian swamps. While the dying thrash scene valiantly stood its ground against the glam rock onslaught, death metal fought in the trenches against the influx of flannel-clad grunge loggers streaming out of the Northwest. One talented musician experienced the fight firsthand, and upon returning to his home country of Sweden, decided to form a band of his own. His name: Peter Tägtgren. His band: Hypocrisy. Today, only the burnt husk of death metal remains. And while some of the names linger on, most are still revered largely due to misplaced nostalgia. Only a few still have an impact on today's extreme metal scene. None more so than Hypocrisy.
Penetralia was released in 1992, but it wasn’t until Osculum Obscenum hit a year later that the metal community took notice, as it was the first Hypocrisy effort to combine the sonic pureness of old-school death metal with the hysterical frenzy of the burgeoning black metal scene. After Osculum Obscenum, Hypocrisy emerged with the line-up familiar to fans. On 1994's The Fourth Dimension, Tägtgren, drummer Lars Szöke and bass player Mikael Hedlund began to develop their magic formula: death metal at heart but full of variation and entirely open-ended.
Abducted established Hypocrisy as a leading force in the Swedish scene. It included the hit "Roswell 47" and defined the amorphous Hypocrisy sound. Tägtgren displayed his newfound talent for singing, and the album as a whole broke out of the limited death metal "box," exploring everything from death metal anthems, to black metal blasters, to Pink Floyd-inspired suicide ballads. Abducted served as a warning for the waning mid ‘90s death metal scene – evolve or die.
In 1997 rumors circulated that The Final Chapter would be exactly what the name implied. Tired of shouldering the burden of writing and producing Hypocrisy’s material and wanting to further develop his side-project, Pain, as well as his studio, Abyss Studio, Tägtgren decided to call it a day after The Final Chapter; however, pleas from fans, the growing success of the band and the immense fun he experienced when playing live made him continue. Riding high on renewed vigor, Hypocrisy released Hypocrisy Destroys Wacken in early 1999 followed by the experimental Hypocrisy later the same year. What once started as a pure death metal act now appealed to death, black and gothic metal fans alike. A year later, Into the Abyss was recorded in just a few weeks, an exercise in spontaneity that resulted in a display of energy so raw it proved that although death metal in its original form might have stagnated, its spirit could still drive music to exciting new dimensions.
After encapsulating their first 10 years with 2001’s 10 Years of Chaos and Confusion, Hypocrisy returns with a disc Tägtgren brazenly calls the first "real" Hypocrisy record. The band have never shied away from writing challenging material that didn’t follow a prescribed formula. Catch 22 is sure to "catch" long-time fans a little off guard as the band explores the entire range of their extensive repertoire. Modern sounds and influences meld with the traditional Hypocrisy aesthetic to make an entirely new beast – crushing, groovy, catchy and, at times, sorrowful ("All Turns Black"). Hypocrisy refuses to release cookie-cutter albums, and that may be the catch 22 for fans; expect the same repetitive formula every album, and you’re bound to be disappointed; open yourself to the unfettered creativity of Hypocrisy, and anything’s possible.
Latest Hypocrisy News
Below is our complete Hypocrisy news coverage, including columns and articles pertaining to the band. Some articles listed may be indirectly related, such as side projects of the band members, etc.
Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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Dimmu Borgir Premiere New Single & Music Video
Norwegian symphonic black metal band Dimmu Borgir have released their first new album in eight years, “Grand Serpent Rising”. Arriving alongside the record is a new music video for the latest focus track, “As Seen In The Unseen,” directed by Dariusz Szermanowicz (Behemoth, Kreator).
While the band offered no additional commentary on the video itself, vocalist Shagrath shared the following thoughts on the album finally being released: More...
Dimmu Borgir Premiere New Single & Music Video
Norwegian symphonic black metal band Dimmu Borgir have released a second single from their long-awaited tenth studio album, “Grand Serpent Rising.” The album—set for a May 22nd release—follows 2018’s “Eonian.” After first unveiling “Ulvgjeld & Blodsodel” with the album announcement, the band have now shared “Ascent,” accompanied by a music video directed by Patric Ullaeus (Arch Enemy, Amorphis).
Alongside delivering new material to fans, the band are also preparing to return to North America this summer for their first run there since 2018. The tour will feature support from Hypocrisy, Suffocation, and Hulder, with dates including: More...
PAIN Premiere New Single & Music Video
PAIN, the industrial metal band led by Peter Tägtgren (Hypocrisy), has just dropped their latest single and music video, "Revolution," streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you now below. This song serves as a prelude to the band's upcoming European and UK tour scheduled for this fall. Additionally, PAIN has been officially confirmed to perform at the 2024 edition of the annual 'Wacken Open Air' festival.
Tägtgren shared that this newly released track was a collaborative effort within the family, with his son Sebastian playing a role. Here are his comments on the matter: More...
Hypocrisy Premiere New Official Music Video
Swedish melodic death metal veterans Hypocrisy have unveiled a music video for their song "They Will Arrive." The track was initially featured on their thirteenth studio album, "Worship," released in 2021. The video was filmed during the band's European tour in late 2022 and was directed by Damien Dausch.
Check out now "They Will Arrive" streaming via YouTube and Spotify for you below.
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70000 Tons Of Metal 2023: Day Two
Rise and shine sea dogs! The second day of 70000 Tons Of Metal 2023 dawned and with it came the knowledge that the Pool Deck, perhaps the most notable stage on board the ship, was open for business with plenty of favourites ready to let their sound ride the Caribbean wind. Opening the stage was German power metal veterans Freedom Call, perhaps the happiest metal band on Earth, though personally, I was less than chipper to wake up just after they'd finished their set, missing out on the fun in the sun. So after a quick shower, it was time to head up to the eleventh floor for my first taste of sea air and outdoor metal this year.
Despite missing out on Freedom Call, perhaps there was no better way to get into the spirit of things than by witnessing one of your bucket list bands, which in my case was Dutch death metal legends, God Dethroned. The quartet has been on a roll since their second return in 2014, releasing two excellent albums with a third reportedly in production and watching this lineup, it's safe to assume that God Dethroned has never been healthier. They looked as if they were enjoying themselves as much as the fans were and songs like "Poison Fog" and "No Man's Land" sounded absolutely amazing. Perhaps the biggest surprise was just how quick it was to take to the band's new single, "Asmodevs," which may have even been the highlight of the set. God Dethroned not only met expectations, they exceeded them. More...
Hypocrisy Confirmed For 70000 Tons Of Metal 2023
Swedish death metal veterans Hypocrisy has been announced as the final name for this year's edition of the 70000 Tons Of Metal cruise. The festival will take place aboard the Freedom Of The Seas ship and will sail from Port Miami in Florida on January 30th, heading to Bimini, Bahamas before returning on February 3rd.
The lineup is now as follows: More...
The Agonist Premiere New Music Video
Canadian melodic death metal band The Agonist premiere a new official music video for “Immaculate Deception” taken from their latest EP “Days Before The World Wept“.
Explains frontwoman Vicky Psarakis: More...
Warforged Premiere New Music Video
Chicago’s death metal quintet Warforged premiere a new song and music video titled “Bliss Joined to the Bane”, taken from their upcoming new album "The Grove / Sundial", which drops September 9th, 2022.
Check out now "Bliss Joined to the Bane" streaming via YouTube for you below.
Tell the group: More...
Hypocrisy Announces European Tour With Septicflesh
On November 26th 2021, Hypocrisy released their critically acclaimed latest album "Worship," which saw the band's best ever global chart results. Now the Swedish death metal executors are set to rise up again to sweep across Europe like a storm, sure to leave a trail of pure death metal devastation across 17 countries and 37 cities. The huge Worship European Tour 2022 tour will launch on September 30th, taking in a string of three UK shows in October.
Hypocrisy warmly welcomes metal veterans SepticFlesh as special guests, as well as The Agonist and Horizon Ignited as supports on this outstanding run through Europe. Tickets are on sale now!
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Hypocrisy Parts Company With Drummer
Legendary Swedish death veterans, Hypocrisy, have parted ways with longtime drummer Reidar "Horgh" Horghagen. A message from the band follows...
"Hey there! There's a thing you must know. Horgh is no longer part of Hypocrisy. We hope you respect and accept this decision. It's not easy for us. We've played together for 18 crazy years filled with music, tours and friendship. So many countries, so many songs, and so many gigs with Horgh on stage with us. It's the end of a long interesting chapter, and the beginning of a new one. We are grateful to Horgh, this great musician and great man, for all we have achieved together. Also, we'd like to pass the message from him."
Says Horgh: "I want to take this opportunity to thank the fans for the great support over the years, and I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to meet so many of you as we toured around the world. Thanks to the band and crew for the time we spent together. I wish you all the best for the future."
Hypocrisy Announces North American Tour Dates
Legendary Swedish death veterans, Hypocrisy, announce their Worship tour 2022. The 28-date trek will kick off at Warsaw in Brooklyn on April 29 and will make stops in Toronto, Los Angeles, and Austin before concluding in Baltimore at the Maryland Deathfest on May 29. Joining the band on tour are Carach Angren, The Agonist, and Hideous Divinity.
Peter Tägtgren comments, "We’re happy to come back on tour in North America with the new album. New songs and old songs never played live before will be added to the setlist. And we’re happy to share the stage with Carach Angren, The Agonist, and Hideous Divinity."
General admission tickets for the tour go on sale this Friday, January 21 at 9 AM, PST/ Noon, EST. Get them here.
The tour dates are as follows: More...
Hypocrisy Premiere New Music Video For "Worship"
A new official music video for Hypocrisy‘s title track to their recently released studio full-length “Worship” has premiered online streaming for you via YouTube below. The group had Costin Chioreanu and Tommy Jones produce the clip.
Hypocrisy Premiere New Track
Hypocrisy premiere another single from their first new studio album since 2013, titled “Worship“. The track is called “Children Of The Gray” and you can stream it now via YouTube below. “Worship“ itself is due out on November 26th via Nuclear Blast.
Hypocrisy Premiere New Single "Dead World"
Hypocrisy‘s new advance track “Dead World” has premiered online, two months ahead of the group’s upcoming new release “Worship“. The new album is scheduled for a November 26 release date by Nuclear Blast.
Peter Tägtgren comments, "Dead World is a song that Sebastian wrote for our father/son project that never saw the light of day. When he started playing the song, I felt that the world needs to hear this crushing song asap as the groove and tempo blew my mind. The video idea came from our director Andrey Kezzyn and it's similar to my point of view of what’s about to come of the world. Maybe not literally, but who knows. Enjoy!" More...
Hypocrisy Reveals New Album, "Worship" Details
With governments finally admitting that UFOs do in fact exist, and humanity attempting to heal from a state of the recent crisis, the timing couldn’t be more appropriate for the newest addition to the Hypocrisy catalogue - "Worship" will be released on November 26th via Nuclear Blast Records. Today, the band releases a music video for the first single, "Chemical Whore." Watch the music video created by NASTROE Production and Agata Nigrovskaya below.
Peter Tägtgren comments, "We've been recording this album here and there for 2 years and now it's done! Maybe it was waiting for the right time as some songs are even more real now than a couple of years ago. Thank you all for your waiting. We're really excited to officially announce we're back!"
It has been 8 long years since their last record, and Hypocrisy fans can feel the itch. "Worship" is 11 tracks of precise, ferocious musicianship. Commonly inspired by the fusion of the modern and the ancient, Hypocrisy have once more found a way to combine innovative ideas with classic sound in order to deliver something metalheads can enjoyably consume with awe and brutal vigor. As usual, all recording and mixing took place at Tägtgren's Abyss Studio AB in Sweden while mastering was completed by Svante Forsbäck at Chartmakers Audio Mastering. Designed by artist Blake Armstrong (Kataklysm, In Flames, Carnifex), "Worship’s" artwork speaks to the history of the relationship between humanity and extra-terrestrials.
"Worship" tracklisting:
1. Worship
2. Chemical Whore
3. Greedy Bastards
4. Dead World
5. We're The Walking Dead
6. Brotherhood Of The Serpent
7. Children Of The Gray
8. Another Day
9. They Will Arrive
10. Bug In The Net
11. Gods Of The Underground More...
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Live Concert Report: 2021 Josefstadt (Day Two)
Day two of Josefstadt has ended. Before we get into some photos from the day, I wanted to touch on a couple of issues from my day one report.
By late afternoon on day two, there were no signs that fire had ravaged part of the food area on day one. New tents were in place, new signage, new cooking equipment, and everything was back to normal. I’m not sure how such a quick renewal can take place, but someone made it happen.
The sound/lighting booth that I mentioned as being a viewing obstruction on day one was moved back quite a bit for day two. There were still hundreds of people with little or no view behind it during the Marduk and Hypocrisy sets though.
Now for some day two photos.
I felt like Truchło Strzygi had the best performance of the day—very lively and entertaining. Smiles from ear to ear all across the audience.
Kids get in free!
The above photo was taken from the previously mentioned bar area that serves as a balcony of sorts for the Octagon stage. Best view in the house, but, unfortunately, only 15 or so people can fit.
The day three update won’t happen for a few days, as I will be too busy traveling, but it will happen. I promise. I’m really looking forward to Azarath and Mgla today.
More photos (and I mean dozens more) will eventually be posted here.
2021 Josefstadt Finalizes Lineup
Mini Brutal Assault (AKA Josefstadt) has announced the final bands that will be playing over three days in just a couple of weeks in the Czech Republic. Vader and Hypocrisy were the two big names on the list, bringing the total number of bands up to 42--14 bands a day with no overlapping bands. Normally, there is no way to see all of the bands at Brutal Assault, but with the scaled-down setup, attendees can witness every band if they choose.
Vader wasn't a big surprise as two of the bands they are currently touring with were already on the program. Metal Underground will be at two of Vader's shows this week in Poland as well.
For more on the bands, and to purchase tickets, click on the image below.
Hypocrisy Have Completed Work On New Album
Hypocrisy‘s first new studio full-length since 2013’s “End Of Disclosure” has officially been completed. Frontman/guitarist Peter Tägtgren announced via his Instagram that the band's new 11 song album has been mixed and mastered. An official release date for the outing has yet to be disclosed. More...
Brutal Assault Releases Hypocrisy Live Video
The live Hypocrisy video, below, from the 2019 Brutal Assault Festival was just published. Official videos from Brutal Assault have multiple camera angles and high quality audio. This one includes the songs Valley of the Damned, Pleasure of Molestation, Osculum Obscenum, and Penetralia.
Enjoy! More...
Lindemann Premiere Pornographic New Music Video
Lindemann (Rammstein, Hypocrisy, etc.) premiere a new music video for their song “Platz Eins“. The NSFW censored version of the video is streaming below, while the pornographic uncensored version is available via visit-x.net HERE (fee required).
Lindemann have the following touring lined up at the moment: More...