Formed: 1987
From:
Stockholm,
Sweden
Last Known Status: Active
Latest Therion News
Below is our complete Therion 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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Snowy Shaw Rejoins Therion
Christofer Johnsson, the creative mastermind behind Sweden’s genre-defying THERION, has issued the following statement about session/touring vocalist Snowy Shaw:
"We are very happy to announce that Snowy has rejoined THERION. We welcomed him back with open arms, and we will now be making a mix between the new show we had planned and the last one which involved Snowy. We think the merger between the two concepts will be incredible, and we look forward to taking the band’s live performance to the next level."
In May 2009, Johnsson announced that vocalist Thomas Vikström (ex-CANDLEMASS) had official permanent member status. Johnsson recently recruited Christian Vidal (ex-The Road Vultures, ex-Cuero) from Argentina as the band's new guitarist, who had his live debut with THERION on June 4, 2010 in Mexico City. Comprising THERION's new rhythm section are Johan Koleberg (Animal, Zan Clan, Lion’s Share) on drums and Nalle "Grizzly" Påhlsson (Treat, Zan Clan, Vindictiv) on bass, who is currently on leave.
The artwork to the new THERION album, Sitra Ahra, is posted on the band’s homepage and MySpace page. Mixed by Lennart Östlund (Led Zeppelin, ABBA) at the legendary Polar Studios in Stockholm, Sweden, Sitra Ahra will be available in North America on October 26th.
The track listing is as follows:
1. Sitra Ahra
2. Kings Of Edom
3. Unguentum Sabbati
4. Land Of Canaan
5. Hellequin
6. 2012
7. Cu Chulain
8. Kali Yoga III
9. The Shells Are Open
10. Din
11. After The Inquisition: Children
Therion Announces Touring Bassist
Therion's Christofer Johnsson has issued the following statement about recruiting a touring bassist:
"Now that we have posted Nalle(y)’s message to the fans, I'll give some comments on it myself. Naturally, it may sound worrisome that there has been announced two changes in the live line-up in such a short time frame. But the Nalle situation is not something that has happened recently; we have known this could be the case since last year and we have had a replacement ready for months.
"Nalle told us immediately about his new family situation in the beginning of the year and given the fact he periodically had really tough drinking problems, we thought it was the right thing to do, to stay away from long tours and deal with the problems and be home with the kids instead. The band can always get somebody else to play the bass, but his kids only have one dad. And they need him in good shape. Some things are simply more important in life than heavy metal and beer. We also applaud his bold decision to start studying at his age, so that he will have options other than music for making a living in the future. Kudos!
"The reason we waited with announcing this was that we wanted to play these Mexican shows and European festivals with Nalle and avoid the funeral atmosphere of everyone knowing someone is about to leave (or take a break, as in this case). More...
Therion Bassist To Sit Out Upcoming Tours
Therion bassist Nalle Pahlsson has issued the following message regarding his decision to sit out on the upcoming tours with Therion:
"First of all I want to thank all you fans who watched us in Mexico, Germany and Belgium this summer! Therion have a wonderful, fantastic and enthusiastic audience and I enjoyed every second of the concerts!"
"I'm also very glad, pleased and satisfied about my playing on the forthcoming album 'Sitra Ahra' that will be released in September 2010! I really think this album will be well received by all of you fans! - It´s absolutely great!!"
"I'm writing here to announce that I am not gonna be part of the tour that will start in October 2010, and the reasons are:
1. I'm alone with my two children and it´s not possible for me to be away for over two months.
2. I'm right now studying and I have to complete my education this autumn.
3. I have lately had a drinking-problem, and to be on tour is not the best thing for me right now." More...
Therion Parts Ways With Vocalist
Sweden’s Therion issued the following statement about parting ways with vocalist Snow Shaw:
"We are sad to confirm that Snowy Shaw has suddenly decided to not do any of the upcoming shows with Therion. This decision took us by surprise, because, up to now, we have had a great collaboration. The reason is simply that he has been working on an album with another big band (as a bass player - that came as a surprise too!), who have now offered him a deal he felt he could not refuse. We don't think this is a good decision, but accept the situation and wish him good luck.
"We realize many will miss Snowy, who did a great job during the more theatrical direction Theriontook during the Gothic Kabbalah era (as well as on the coming album, Sitra Ahra). Like all the other close guest collaborators in the history of the band (Mats Levén, Andy 'the bald guy' Engberg, Karin Fjellander, Sara Jezebel Deva, Martina Hornbacher, Dan Swanö...), he contributed with something unique and put his mark on the ongoing Therion development. And just like the choice of Mats Levén was questioned in the beginning, (for being too rock ‘n’ roll for Therion) and later became a beloved part of the band’s identity at the time, Snowy also made the journey from being regarded as a somewhat odd choice to becoming a popular character in the Therion show. More...
Therion Reveals New Album Tracklisting
Swedish progressive metal outfit Therion has revealed the tracklisting for their brand new studio album, "Sitra Ahra," which is expected to be released in September this year. The album was mixed by Lennart Östlund, who has previously worked with such huge name artists as Led Zeppelin and ABBA.
The tracklisting is as follows:
"Sitra Ahra"
"Kings Of Edom"
"Unguentum Sabbati"
"Land Of Canaan"
"Hellequin"
"2012"
"Cu Chulain"
"Kali Yoga III"
"The Shells Are Open"
"Din"
"After The Inquisition: Children"
Therion Reveals New Guitarist
Swedish progressive metal group Therion has announced that they have added a new guitarist to their ranks in the form of Christian Vidal, who hails from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Not alot is known about the new guitarist at the moment, though the band have said they will reveal more about him next week. The band recently finished work on their brand new studio album, "Sitra Ahra," which is expected to be released this September.
Final Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organisers of Belgiums biggest metal festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, has confirmed the final bands for this years edition of the event. The biggest news is that Soulfly, the band led by former Sepultura frontman Max Cavalera, will be headlining the event on the Saturday. Other bands added to the bill include New York hardcore legends Sick Of It All, former Guns N Roses guitarist Slash, Hatebreed, Revamp, Oceans Of Sadness and Dear Superstar. The festival takes place in the town of Dessel from June 25th-27th.
The lineup is now as follows:
Friday: Aerosmith (Headliners)
Motorhead
Slayer
Stone Temple Pilots
My Dying Bride
Tarja Turunen
Saxon
Therion
Sepultura
Deicide
Anathema
Doro
Ratt
Steel Panther
UDO
Nile
Evergrey
Devin Townsend
Anvil
Raven
Bleeding Through
The Devil's Blood
Ghost Brigade
Oceans Of Sadness
Revamp More...
Therion Issues New Album Update
Swedish symphonic metallers Therion have announced that their upcoming album will be titled "Sitra Ahra." The official Therion website has been updated with the following announcement about the album being mastered:
"Hi guys! Great news! Thomas just sent me an email letting me know that the recording is finished and will be mastered in New York tomorrow. The album was mixed by Lennart Östlund who commented: 'What you have made here is truly unique.' Not bad coming from someone who has been working with ABBA, Led Zeppelin and more."
More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organisers of Belgiums premier metal festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, has announced the addition of eleven more bands to this years bill. Among the latest acts are American supergroup Hellyeah, Australian rockers Airbourne and British heavy metal veterans Raven. The other confirmed bands are Katatonia, Evergrey, The Devil's Blood, Eluveitie, Finntroll, Dark Funeral, 3 Inches Of Blood and Sylosis. The festival will take place in the town of Dessel from June 25th-27th.
The lineup is now as follows: More...
Therion Announces More World Tour Dates
Therion has announced additional “Sitra Ahra Tour 2010” European tour dates, which are as follows:
10-29 - Holland - Tilburg - O13
10-30 - Holland - Groningen - Oosterpoort
10-31 - England - London - Sheperds Bush Empire
11-01 - Belgium - Antwerp - Hof ter Loo
11-02 - France - Lille - Aeronef
11-03 - France - Paris - Elysée Montmartre
11-04 - Germany - Frankfurt - Batschkapp
11-05 - Czech Rep. - Zlin - Masters of Rock Cafe
11-06 - Austria - Vienna - Szene
11-07 - Croatia - Zagreb - Boogallo Club
11-08 - Slovenia - Ljubljana - Kino Siska Club
11-09 - Italy - Milan - Alcatraz
11-10 - France - Lyon - Transbordeur
11-11 - France - Toulouse - Le Phare
11-12 - Spain - Barcelona - Razzmatazz1
11-13 - Spain - Madrid - La Riviera
11-14 - France - Limoges - CC John Lennon
11-15 - France - Strasburg - La Laiterie
11-17 - Serbia - Belgrade - Odeon
11-18 - Bulgaria - Sofia - Hr.Botev Sports Hall
11-20 - Greece - Athens - Fuzz Club
11-24 - Swiss - Pratteln - Z7
11-25 - Germany - Munich - Backstage
11-26 - Czech Rep. - Prague - DK Vltavska
11-27 - Hungaria - Budapest - Almassy Ter
11-28 - Poland - Krakow - Club Studio
11-29 - Poland - Warsaw - Stodola
11-30 - Belarus - Minsk - Concert Hall Minsk
12-01 - Latvia - Riga - Melna Piektdiena
12-02 - Estonia - Tallin - Rock Cafe
12-03 - Finland - Helsinki - Kulttuuritalo Gloria
12-04 - Russia - St.Petersburg - Glav Club
12-05 - Russia - Moscow - B1-Maximum Club
12-07 - Russia - Krasnodar - DI Premiera
12-08 - Russia - Rostov na Donu - Concert Hall Rostelmash
12-10 - Ukraine - Kyiv - CCM Nau
The band has also announced the following gigs in 2010 before their European tour:
06-04 - Mexico - Mexico City - Circo Volador
06-05 - Mexico - Mexico City - Circo Volador
06-06 - Mexico - Guadalajara - Teatro Diana
06-25 - Belgium - Dessel - Graspop
07-09 - Germany - Ballenstedt - Rock Harz Open Air
Therion Announces World Tour Dates
Swedish symphonic metal band THERION has just announced their upcoming tour plans. The band is currently busy recording their new album, "Sitra Ahra," which is tentatively scheduled for a June 2010 release.
THERION "Sitra Ahra Live 2010" tour dates are as follows:
04.06.2010 Mexico City, Circo Volador (MEX)
05.06.2010 Mexico City, Circo Volador (MEX)
06.06.2010 Guadalajara, Teatro Diana (MEX)
25.06.2010 Dessel, Graspop Open Air (B)
10.07.2010 Ballenstedt, Rock Harz Open Air (D)
29.10.2010 Tilburg, O13 (NL)
30.10.2010 Groningen, Oosterpoort (NL)
31.10.2010 London, Sheperds Bush Empire (UK)
01.11.2010 Antwerp, Hof ter Loo (B)
02.11.2010 Lille, Aeronef (F)
03.11.2010 Paris, Elysée Montmartre (F)
04.11.2010 Frankfurt, Batschkapp (D)
05.11.2010 Zlin, Masters of Rock Cafe (CZ)
06.11.2010 Vienna, Szene (A)
07.11.2010 Zagreb, Boogallo Club (HR)
08.11.2010 Ljubljana, Kino Siska Club (SLO)
09.11.2010 Milan, Alcatraz (I)
10.11.2010 Lyon, Transbordeur (F)
11.11.2010 Toulouse, Le Phare (F)
12.11.2010 Barcelona, Razzmatazz (ES)
13.11.2010 Madrid, La Riviera (ES)
14.11.2010 Limoges CC John Lennon (F)
15.11.2010 Strasbourg, La Laiterie (F)
17.11.2010 Belgrade, Odeon (YU)
18.11.2010 Sofia, Hr.Botev Sports Hall (BUL)
19.11.2010 Saloniki, Tba (GR)
20.11.2010 Athens, Fuzz Club (GR)
Four More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organisers of Belgium's Graspop Metal Meeting festival has announced that four more bands have now been added to the lineup. The biggest announcement is that Aerosmith will be headlining the event on the friday. Also joining them that day will be reunited California grungers Stone Temple Pilots. Industrial metal legends Fear Factory will be performing at the festival and so will Atlanta based metal outfit Mastodon, who are still touring in support of their critically acclaimed album, "Crack The Skye."
The lineup (in no particular order) is now as follows: More...
Adagio Announces New Singer To Tour With Kamelot
Adagio has announced that Swedish singer Mats Levén (Ex Malmsteen/Thérion) will join Adagio for their upcoming European tour in support to Kamelot.
Stéphan comments, "Mats is an incredible singer and performer, with a tremendous technique. His unique tone, both aggressive and melodic, fits Adagio's music wondefully. So, we're very much looking forward to meeting all of you guys next month on the tour with Kamelot.....We're fuckin' impatient to share a dark musical moment with you!"
More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organisers of Belgium's Graspop Metal Meeting festival has announced several more bands for this year's edition of the event. Among the latest acts are American thrash metal legends Slayer, British gothic metal veterans Paradise Lost, heavy metal icons Saxon and death metal legends Cannibal Corpse and Deicide. Also confirmed are Steel Panther, U.D.O., A Day To Remember, 36 Crazyfists, Atreyu, Between The Buried And Me, Unearth, Anathema and Rise To Remain. The festival will take place in the town of Dessel from June 25th - 27th.
The lineup is now as follows: More...
Therion Names New Album
Swedish metal band Therion has issued the following update:
"I'm happy to announce that Therion are now entering the later phases of the recording of the new album, which will be mixed at the legendary Polar Studios in Stockholm. The album title will be 'Sitra Ahra.' 13 songs are being recorded, but it is at this moment not certain which, or if all, of those will end up on the actual record. Oh, and Therion is going to Graspop!"
Seven More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organisers of Belgium's biggest rock festival, Graspop Metal Meeting, has announced the addition of seven more bands to the bill. The biggest news is that iconic rockers Motorhead will be performing at the event along with Belgian metal veterans Channel Zero. Also added to the lineup are death metal legends Obituary, Swedish viking metallers Amon Amarth, As I Lay Dying, Job For A Cowboy and Ghost Brigade.
The lineup now reads as follows (in alphabetical order): More...
More Bands Confirmed For Graspop 2010
The organizers of Belgium's Graspop Metal Meeting has announced a string of new additions to the lineup for next years event, which will take place in the town of Dessel between June 25th-27th. The latest bands confirmed for the event are Bullet For My Valentine, Killswitch Engage, Doro, Nile, Sabaton, Therion, Bloodbath, Mucky Pup and Hail Of Bullets.
The lineup for the festival is now as follows: More...
Therion Working on New Album
Sweden's Therion has checked in with the following update:
"It has been a long time since you have heard anything new from Therion now, so I thought I should give a few updates.
"As you may or may not know, Therion is in progress of recording a new album. As usual, Therion is being very secretive about the entire process, but I will reveal some details:
"A new studio has been built for most of the recording of this album. The mix, and a few recordings, will be done at another studio - 'A truly legendary studio!' according to Chris. Expect something spectacular, even by Therion's standards!
"The recording will continue for the rest of the year, and probably also through January.
"Also, a new website is still in the making. We are hacking away using the Symfony Framework. If you want to contribute, drop me a line. It is quite fun and easy."
Therion Launches New YouTube Channel
Swedish symphonic metallers Therion have launched a new YouTube channel that includes videos of their live performances and teaser clips from their live CD set "The Miskolc Experience." The live CD set was released in the U.S. on August 25th. The channel can be found at this location.
Canopy Readies New Album, "Will And Perception"
Swedish death metal band Canopy is readying their sophomore album, "Will and Perception," for release via Disconcert Music on October 13, 2009. The album features eight songs of pure Swedish death metal as well as a guest solo from Kristian Niemann (THERION) on the epic 10 minute song “Will.”
You can check out a new song from “Will and Perception” on the label's MySpace page.
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