King of Asgard
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Last Known Status: Active
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King Of Asgard Enters The Studio
King of Asgard has issued the following brief announcement about entering the studio to record a new album:
"Today King of Asgard entered Sonic Train Studios to record the follow-up to 2010's debut album 'Fi'mbulvintr' with engineer Andy LaRocque!
"The album is to be released via Metal Blade Records. Updates will follow!"
Further details on the band's upcoming sophomore album will be announced as they are made available. In the mean time, you can check out the band's music through MySpace.
King of Asgard is:
Karl Beckman – vocals/guitars
Lars Tängmark - guitars
Jonas Albrektsson – bass
Karsten Larsson - drums
King Of Asgard To Record New Album
Swedish Viking metallers King of Asgard are about to record their new album in March 2012, which follows the debut album "Fi'mbulvintr," released in 2010. After playing festivals and club shows throughout 2010 and 2011, King of Asgard has been busy in writing new material. The writing process is in its finishing stages and the recording will once again be held at the Sonic Train Studios with engineer Andy LaRocque.
Comments the band: "We're glad to get back there in early March and to get some new stuff on tape. This also being the first time recording with Lars on guitar. The material for this coming release is a natural step forward for KING OF ASGARD. It differs quite a lot though the foundation of our musical roots still are very present. A natural progression of the sounds on 'Fi'mbulvintr'! Song titles include 'Gap Of Ginnungs' and 'Plague-ridden Rebirth'!"
In other news King of Asgard is confirmed for the Ragnarök Festival taking place April 13-14 in Lichtenfels, Germany.
King of Asgard is:
Karl Beckman – vocals/guitars
Lars Tängmark - guitars
Jonas Albrektsson – bass
Karsten Larsson - drums
King Of Asgard Album To See Japanese Release
Sweden's King of Asgard has issued the following brief announcement about the band's debut album "Fi'mbulvintr" seeing an official release in Japan:
"'Fi'mbulvintr' to be released in Japan... Metal Blade Japan releases King of Asgard debut album 'Fi'mbulvintr'! Out 2011.01.26! Make sure to pick that bastard up!"
You can also check out King of Asgard's music video for the track "Einhärjar," which is off the "Fi'mbulvintr" album, at this location.
King Of Asgard Playing Black Troll Festival
King of Asgard has issued the following update about appearing at the upcoming Black Troll Festival: "King of Asgard enter German soil this coming Saturday! Black Troll Winterfest @ Stadthalle Eisenberg 18th December. Hope to see ya there!" Additional details on the festival can be found here. The festival's running order is as follows:
23:00 - 24:00 XIV Dark Centuries
21:40 - 22:40 Wolfchant
20:30 - 21:20 Heljareyga
19:20 - 20:10 Alcest
18:10 - 19:00 Trollfest
17:00 - 17:50 Kromlek
15:55 - 16:40 Haradwaith
14:55 - 15:35 King of Asgard
13:55 - 14:35 Pantheon I
12:55 - 13:35 Finsterforst
11:55 - 12:35 Nothgard
King Of Asgard Recruits New Guitar Player
King of Asgard has checked in with the following update about recruiting a new guitarist:
"King of Asgard are proud to announce the recruit of new second guitarist, Lars Tängmark! He made his first public appearance at the release party held this past weekend. This being our first ever live performance, a fantastic night worth to remember. Thanks to all allied that attended!
"Lars is a long time friend of the band and has among other duties been the bassist of the great Swedish act Dawn wherein Karsten also used to play. Onward we head.... Welcome Lars!"
King of Asgard's debut album "Fi'mbulvintr" was released on August 16th, 2010 via Metal Blade Records.
King Of Asgard Posts New Music Video
King Of Asgard has posted a music video online for the song "Einhärjar," which is off the band's new album "Fi'mbulvintr." The clip can be viewed below. The band also commented on the video:
"The 'Einhärjar' music video was recorded in July 2010, directed by Richard Moneus, the driving force behind the production company 1897. It was shot in an old dirty barn at a location just outside where we live. Spending what felt like ages in the long time kept dust was well worth the sweat and blood. After the barn battleground Richard took care of the hard work to cut, edit and piece it all together in a functioning symbiosis. Now, viewing the final result we are extremely proud of how good this video turned out. Hell Richard!"
The album's track listing is as follows: More...
King Of Asgard Streaming New Songs
King of Asgard has issued the following update about streaming two new songs online from the band's upcoming album:
"Two songs from up and coming 'Fi'mbulvintr' is now uploaded for you to explore. Hope you'll appreciate them. First out is opening track 'Einhärjar' which we recently recorded a video, soon to be released.
"Second out for your amusement is 'Never Will You Know of Flesh Again.' Ok, please help yourselves. Hopefully it whets the appetite for pickin' the album up, coming 16.08.10. Don't hesitate to leave a comment!"
King Of Asgard Comments On Music Video
Swedish Viking/folk death metallers King Of Asgard have issued the following update about shooting a music video:
"King of Asgard has the last couple of days been busy recording a music video for album opening track; 'Einhärjar.' It's been a struggle of hard work, sweat and blood, resulting in a lot of great material filmed/recorded. Director of shooting and filming was Rickard Monéus, at this moment busy handling the editing process of the material. Release date and so forth coming in short. This will be a blast!"
King of Asgard's debut album "Fi'mbulvintr" is to be released August 16th via Metal Blade Records in Europe.
King Of Asgard Reveals New Album Details
Swedish Viking/folk death metallers King Of Asgard have revealed the cover art and track listing for their upcoming debut album "Fi'mbulvintr," which is to be released August 16th via Metal Blade Records in Europe. The album artwork can be viewed here.
King of Asgard commented on the album: "Fi'mbulvintr is upon us! Fi'mbulvintr is upon Thee! The winter of three is near and with that comes the first born of King of Asgard. We are very pleased with what we've achieved in all aspects of this coming album. The whole production is really in the face, much thanks to Andy who easily understood us, getting the brutal and bombastic sound we wanted. Musically we're talking a blend of dark folk, death metal and so forth. Much reflected by our musical past. Straight forward, hard-hitting vs melody and settled melancholy.
"The lyrical approach comes mainly in ancestral portraits, Norse mythology, viking sagas and myths with the reflection of our personal ideals and touch. Three of them visited by guest Mr. Stefan Weinerhall. So this will surely be a package well worth to pick up. We hardly could have done this debut better, completed with the great artwork by Ola Larsson. It's cold, it's cold but we're heading home by the sounds that honour the Gods, by the sounds that trample the traitor! More...
King Of Asgard To Record Music Video
Swedish folk metal act King of Asgard has checked in with the following brief statement about preparing to record a new music video: "King of Asgard today rigged the preparations for a video shoot of opening track on upcoming 'Fi'mbulvintr' album. We'll start shooting tomorrow! More details to be revealed soon." The band recently recorded a new album to see release via Metal Blade Records. You can also check out King of Asgard demo track via the band's MySpace page.
King Of Asgard Comments On Album Recording
Swedish folk metal act King of Asgard has issued the following update about the recording of the band's new album:
"It's been a while now and the debut album was recorded way back now. On the 19th of March King of Asgard wend their way to Varberg, Sweden, and Sonic Train Studios. The recording was done during two intense weeks with Andy LaRocque as engineer and co-producer. We worked really hard, nights and days, using both A and B studios for the ultimate outcome of our stay. All of us with the aim to make this release as satisfying as possible, leaving nothing to chanse. Thirteen songs were nailed on track, including intro and outro.
"The arrangements is well thought through and the vocal tracks being laid down with alot of thought behind. The production has a somewhat organic sound to it, simple and raw, yet allowing everything shine through and bring the production to its full justice.
"Both recording, mixing and mastering took place at Sonic Train Studios and we had eyes and ears to it all the way, along with the great support and professionalism from Andy LaRocque. So with all efforts put down in this we are very proud and anxious to get this out and see from where to start."
King Of Asgard Comments On Upcoming Cover Art
Swedish folk metal act King of Asgard has issued the following announcement about the artist who will be handling the cover art for the band's upcoming album:
"The cover artwork for the upcoming debut album of King of Asgard will be done by multi talented illustrator, comic creator and designer for gaming/animation industry; Ola Larsson. He's been working on the cover since February and we've seen some sketches along the way and they have all been awesome and following our concept!
"Ola Larsson is a long time friend of the band so it was an easy choice as he agreed on our proposal. He's been doing some cover art/designs in the past as well for bands such as; Cranium(swe), Traumatic, Seance, Thy Primordial, Necrony, Indungeon, Darkcreed etc. So, there's some great art coming in short... be sure!"
King Of Asgard Comemnts On Recording Session
Swedish folk metal act King of Asgard has issued the following update about recording the band's Metal Blade debut album at Sonic Train studio:
"Leaving the Sonic Train... We're done with recording the album at Sonic Train Studios, more in depth details to come in short. Everything's went out well and we're more than satisfied with the outcome of this recording sessions. Looking forward to the release later on, the summer of 2010. It's been a helluva great stay at Sonic Train Studios with Andy LaRocque at the helm. So, all the best to him as well as greatest of recommendations to his studio! Cheers n' sögel!"
King Of Asgard Finishes Recording Album
Swedish folk metallers King of Asgard have issued the following statement about finishing the recording sessions for their upcoming Metal Blade debut album at Sonic Train studio:
"Today we finished up and all recordings is done. Everything has worked out well and according to plan as well as one late and wet night out in Varberg. Tomorrow we'll seriously start mixing and put the last pieces to the puzzle. We're very pleased with the result this far and it already sounds amazing!"
King of Asgard demo tracks can be heard at this location.
King Of Asgard Checks In From The Studio
Swedish folk metal act King of Asgard, who recently inked a deal with Metal Blade Records, entered the Sonic Train Studios last week to record a new album. The band has now checked in from the studio with the following recording update:
"The debut is taking shape at Sonic Train Studios. As for now the drums, rhythm guitars and bass is finished. Today the focus will be set on lead guitars and some sound mixing of drums. So it's been a busy stay for now and many working hours, but surely it'll be worth the struggle. The firstborn is on it's way... We're heading home for a two day break... we'll be back on Friday. Stay tuned!"
Two demo tracks are currently available for streaming through the Kind of Asgard MySpace page.
King Of Asgard Enters The Studio
Swedish folk metallers King of Asgard, who recently inked a deal with Metal Blade Records, entered the Sonic Train Studios today. The band will be recording their upcoming full-length album with engineer Andy LaRocque. So far two drum tracks have been recorded for the album's projected twelve songs. Two King of Asgard demo tracks are also currently available for streaming through the band's MySpace page.
King Of Asgard Signs To Metal Blade Records
Swedish folk metallers King of Asgard have officially signed to Metal Blade Records. King of Asgard was formed in 2008 by Karl Beckman after dissolving his latest musical projects. The band recorded their 7-track demo "Prince Of Märing" at Lotang Studio that finally led to the deal with Metal Blade Records. In late 2009 Jonas Albrektsson joined the ranks on bass to strengthen the line-up.
King of Asgard are busy recording their as-yet-untitled debut album at Sonic Train Studio with Andy La Rocque (KING DIAMOND) at the helm. The band commented on the record deal with Metal Blade: ”King of Asgard are very proud being signed under the banners of Metal Blade Records. Releasing records under such influential label will be an honour and we feel our future collaboration will be nothing but grandiose. We are very keen on seeing what this can bring us. So teaming up with Brian, Andreas and the rest of the Blade-staff is something we’re easily throwing ourselves into and we’re eagerly devoted on getting our debut out and heads rolling. Lets see if we can create a winter of three!"
Two King of Asgard demo tracks can be heard via the band's MySpace page.