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   Opeth: General Info
Member Since8/5/2004
Band Websiteopeth.com
Band MembersMikael Åkerfeldt - Guitars, Vocals
Fredrik Åkesson - Guitars
Martin Axenrot - Drums
Martin Mendez - Bass
Per Wiberg - Keyboard
InfluencesJudas Priest, Bathory, Celtic Frost, Iron Maiden, etc.
Record LabelRoadrunner Records (USA/UK)
Type of LabelMajor




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   About Opeth
OPETH TOURDATES
MAY
06th - Vancover, BC - Orpheum
* 08th - Spokane, WA - Big Easy
09th - Calgary, AB - MacEwan Hall Ballroom
10th - Calgary, AB - MacEwan Hall Ballroom
12th - St Paul, MN - MYTH
13th - Rosemont, IL - Rosemont Theatre
14th - Detroit, MI - The Fillmore Detroit
* 15th - Millvale, PA - Mr. Small..s Theatre
16th - Columbus, OH - The LC Pavilion
17th - Cleveland, OH - Time Warner C.A. @ Tower City
18th - Albany, NY - Washington Avenue Armorys
20th - Boston, MA - Orpheum Theatre
21st - New York, NY - Terminal 5
22nd - New York, NY - Terminal 5
* 23rd - Montreal, QC - Le Medley
* 24th - Toronto, ON - Sound Academy
26th - Washington, DC - DAR Constitution Hall
27th - Richmond, VA - The National
28th - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle
* 29th - N. Myrtle Beach, SC - House of Blues SC
30th - Miami Beach, FL - The Fillmore at J. G. Theatre
31st - Orlando, FL - Hard Rock Live

JUNE
1st - Clearwater, FL - Ruth Eckerd Hall

SEPTEMBER (AUSTRALIA) 2nd - PERTH, METRO CITY - Tickets: www.heatseeker.com.au
4th - ADELAIDE THEBARTON THEATRE - Tickets: www.venuetix.com.au or ph 8225 8888
5th MELBOURNE,PALACE THEATRE - Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au or ph132 849
06 - SYDNEY,THE BIG TOP - Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au or ph 132 849, Big Top Box Office www.bigtopsydney.com.au & ph 1300 BIG TOP or www.custommade.com.au & ph 1300 762 545
07 - BRISBANE,THE ARENA - Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au or ph132 849 & www.oztix.com.au


SUMMER FESTIVALS

JUNE
5th - Huttwill Rock Sound - Switzerland
6th - Rock Am Ring - Germany
7th - Rock Im Park - Germany

14th - Nova Rock, Vienna - Austria

20th - Wattabe Outdoor Center, Istanbul, Turkey
22nd - Hellfest, Clisson - France

26th - Peace and Love, Borlange - Sweden

27th - Hove Festival, Arendal/Tromøya - Norway
28th - Metal Town, Gothenburg - Sweden
29th - Graspop, Dessel - Belgium

JULY
5th - Ruis Rock, Turku - Finland
6th - Metalcamp, Julisch Alps - Slovenia
9th - Rock Wave, Athens - Greece
12th - Evolution festival, Milano- Italy
13th - Bospop, Weert - The Netherlands
25th - Burning Live Festival, Lagoa - Portugal
26th - Lorca Rock, Lorca - Spain

AUGUST
1st - Wacken Open Air - Germany
3rd - Ankkarock, Helsinki - Finland
14th - Anthem Metal Festival, Tel Aviv - ISR
15th - Bloodstock Open Air, Catton Hall Derby - UK
16th - Metal Rock Fest, Lillehammer - NO
23rd - 013/Symforce Fest, Tilburg - NL




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Porcelain Heart
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Opeth exist in a genre of one.

The forward-thinking Swedish titans, who seamlessly and fluidly combine metal, classic rock, prog, folk and free form jazz, continue the time-honored Opeth tradition on Watershed, their second album for Roadrunner Records. With this, their ninth effort, Opeth continue to shake things up, turn the corner and push the limits of their sound. And the results are breathtaking. Ultimately, Watershed sounds at once completely like and absolutely nothing like previous Opeth records. Watershed takes all that is Opeth, and goes where Opeth have never gone before.

Watershed picks up where 2005’s flawless Ghost Reveries left off, beginning contemplatively before erupting into full-bore chaos. It’s an album that combines brute, blunt force with whimsical, melodic beauty. The album was recorded in the band’s native Sweden and was produced by Åkerfeldt and Jens Bogren. It was the first time Åkerfeldt actually enjoyed the recording process, admitting, “We’re used to the studio environment, so the recording process is not new or thrilling anymore. The biggest change was letting go of my control need. We were recording in two studios, and I couldn’t be at two places at once, so it was stressful, not knowing what was happening at the other studio. But I had to trust the other guys in the band.”

Watershed is the album that will satiate the appetites of Opeth diehards, those who have followed the band on their musical journey. It’s also the album that will turn new heads, of those who appreciate both the band’s and the record’s musicality and musicianship. Watershed proves that Opeth are peerless, and truly exist in a genre of one.



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Quintessence - writing album





May 9 2008 12:34 PM

Hail !

Quintessence will appear on the upcoming Gate of Horror compilation (Peru), available very soon !!!
Also reviewed and interviewed in the Gate of Horror magazine, and with another track on the magazine compilation !
Don't hesitate to let us your comments !
Lenore


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May 9 2008 12:25 PM

Thanks to you!!!
... and still be looking forward to another breath taking album :-)!
Michael


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May 9 2008 11:35 AM

Last night in Spokane was amazing. "Frederick are you fucking ready!?!" Come back soon!
Cat-in-Alaska





May 9 2008 11:30 AM

Friendship is a gift that is fair in all things. It roots from one's heart and involves memories that stay not for a while but for a lifetime.
Jason Becker Charity ll Ron Coolen





May 9 2008 11:07 AM

hi guys, many thanks for the add, and your support for the Jason Becker Charity ! Stay cool ! Ron
Hayden





May 9 2008 11:06 AM

Heavy Fucking Metal.
SpeedTheory Street Team USA





May 9 2008 10:40 AM

<a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><img src='http://static-lb-2.slicezero.com/oyf_prod/images/ffs_money4_myspace.gif' border='0' /></a><br/><span style='font-size:20px; font-weight:bold'>Hey Opeth, I just bought you as my PET! <a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'>Click here</a> to find out how much I think you're $$WORTH$$!</span> <br /><br /> -------------------------------<br /> <i>This comment was sent by your friend via the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/361263053">Own Your Friends!</a> application. To block comments sent via Apps. click <a href="http://profileedit.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=accountSettings.applicationSettings">here</a>.</i> <br />
Heather H.





May 9 2008 9:30 AM

Saw you guys in Oakland at the Paramount Theater. You're music was even more amazing live and the lighting for you was awesome with your Beautiful logo banner behind you. Awesome show! Thank you!
LauKyTa





May 9 2008 9:07 AM

Hi Opeth !


buen fin de semana

besosssss

♥LauKy♥
Brit Belovedツ





May 9 2008 8:57 AM

Amazing show in spokane!
your music makes my soul smile


his body language says "fuck no"
haha
=]
Une Ombre De Lune





May 9 2008 8:18 AM

<a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><img src='http://static-lb-2.slicezero.com/oyf_prod/images/ffs_money2_myspace.gif' border='0' /></a><br/><span style='font-size:20px; font-weight:bold'>Hey Opeth, I just bought you as my PET! <a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'>Click here</a> to find out how much I think you're $$WORTH$$!</span> <br /><br /> -------------------------------<br /> <i>This comment was sent by your friend via the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/361263053">Own Your Friends!</a> application. To block comments sent via Apps. click <a href="http://profileedit.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=accountSettings.applicationSettings">here</a>.</i> <br />
BulletGirl [NOYAlovesBFMV&Opeth<3]





May 9 2008 8:10 AM

this sucks :(
u guys are coming to israel but i won't be able to see u :(
i just hope u come again someday without all those shitty festival things, but opeth and only opeth.

I LOVE U AND UR AMAZING MUSIC!
KEEP IT METAL! \m/

OPETH SAVED MY LIFE.
Evident America





May 9 2008 7:35 AM

<a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><img src='http://static-lb-2.slicezero.com/oyf_prod/images/ffs_money2_myspace.gif' border='0' /></a><br/><span style='font-size:20px; font-weight:bold'>Hey Opeth, I just bought you as my PET! <a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'>Click here</a> to find out how much I think you're $$WORTH$$!</span> <br /><br /> -------------------------------<br /> <i>This comment was sent by your friend via the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/361263053">Own Your Friends!</a> application. To block comments sent via Apps. click <a href="http://profileedit.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=accountSettings.applicationSettings">here</a>.</i> <br />
OREMUZ





May 9 2008 6:45 AM

Thanks for the add
You guys are terrific!

Greetings from Philippines!
ELEKTRA





May 9 2008 6:23 AM

DROPPING IN FROM DOWNUNDER TO SAY HELLO N THANZZZZ FOR THE ADD \m/ -E- @)->-%---
Black Rose Immortal





May 9 2008 5:55 AM

I LOVE YOUR MUSIC....it's deep in my sad heart...I look forward to see you in germany.
Thank you for exsisting!!!!
yours anna
(hope my english is all right??=))
Pete





May 9 2008 5:53 AM

I cannot fucking wait for the new album!

eternal hails lml
Black Anger





May 9 2008 5:26 AM

Hey, thanks for the Add!
Have a mighty Weekend.
Greez from Frankonia, Germany.
Shattered Within (2 NEW SONGS UP!)


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May 9 2008 5:21 AM

Hello Everybody! Go Check Out our new songs! Prepare for angry, aggressive, modern and beautiful metal!

- Shattered Within
Adar





May 9 2008 4:22 AM

you guys are by far the best band in the world!! come to New Zealand!! please please please!! i mist you last time you were here and have never forgiven myself for it!! if you play here we will sell out your gig no problem! just come here for me, it would make my dream of seeing you guys come true! PLEASE!!!!!!!!!
Our Hollow Ascent





May 9 2008 2:31 AM

you guys were amazing in oakland last week. just wish the mix was better. my whole band came down to see you, and as usual you were totally inspiring. you blow dream theater away................they dont belong on the same stage as you. hopefully when you come back youll headline
THE NIGHT PATROL- NEW ALBUM OUT NOW!!





May 9 2008 12:56 AM

HELLO DEAR LOVERS OF NON-COMMERCIAL MUSIC!
OUR NEW PROGRESSIVE ROCK ALBUM THE PATH IS OUT NOW.
GO AND CHECK THE SONGS IN OUR PROFILE!
LETS´S PROG!PROG IS NOT DEAD!:-)
MICHAEL
THE NIGHT PATROL
The Rabbit of Caerbannog





May 9 2008 12:28 AM

AAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH GREAT FUCKING SHOW IN SPOKANE, GUYS!!! I was the screaming banshee who was chubby with short red hair WHO YOU LOVE! AND THANK YOU THANK YOU THAAAAAAAAAANK YOU FOR PLAYING "THE DRAPERY FALLS" FOR ME!!!
Rohirrim rider





May 8 2008 11:58 PM

Great show at the Paramount in Oakland this last Saturday! Especially after they dialed in the sound. You guys even sounded better then the, um
headline band. (never an easy task) I'd like to see you guys headline, your set was to short. Especially considering the length of most of your songs! LOL
skuller





May 8 2008 11:51 PM

Mikael Åkerfeldt - Guitars, Vocals
Fredrik Åkesson - Guitars
Martin Axenrot - Drums
Martin Mendez - Bass
Skyler Sharp - Keyboard
Zynne





May 8 2008 11:20 PM

Just stopping by to show some love :-)
Sir Edmund Orme





May 8 2008 11:11 PM

I read a proverb once about a man who robbed the world of silk pants. This would have been ideal, as silk pants are the devil's playground. -R
Suzy Q





May 8 2008 10:41 PM

<a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><img src='http://static-lb-2.slicezero.com/oyf_prod/images/ffs_money3_myspace.gif' border='0' /></a><br/><span style='font-size:20px; font-weight:bold'>Hey Opeth, I just gave you a human gift! <a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><span style='font-size:larger;'>Click here to unwrap your human</span></a> and see who it is!</span> beep!<br /><br /> -------------------------------<br /> <i>This comment was sent by your friend via the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/361263053">Own Your Friends!</a> application. To block comments sent via Apps. click <a href="http://profileedit.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=accountSettings.applicationSettings">here</a>.</i> <br />
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May 8 2008 10:23 PM

HEAVY HITTING SOUND!
CHEERS
RR
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May 8 2008 10:04 PM

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May 8 2008 9:17 PM

HI
Taylor Wicked





May 8 2008 9:16 PM

Awesome show in Portland Sunday, and badass shirt Mikael.
Eric





May 8 2008 8:41 PM

<a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'><img src='http://static-lb-2.slicezero.com/oyf_prod/images/ffs_money4_myspace.gif' border='0' /></a><br/><span style='font-size:20px; font-weight:bold'>Hey Opeth, I just bought you as my PET! <a href='http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=361263053'>Click here</a> to find out how much I think you're $$WORTH$$!</span> <br /><br /> -------------------------------<br /> <i>This comment was sent by your friend via the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/361263053">Own Your Friends!</a> application. To block comments sent via Apps. click <a href="http://profileedit.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=accountSettings.applicationSettings">here</a>.</i> <br />
daniel





May 8 2008 5:55 PM

. . . yah . . .
. .
Opeth
. .
thou
ROCKeth
.......................
. .best wishes. .
-daniel
Adiel (BOOK US!!!)





May 8 2008 5:45 PM

Hey if you like Killswitch, Lamb of God, All That Remains,Unearth, or As I Lay Dying come check us out!! Our lead singer even looks like Phil Labonte!
Nybo





May 8 2008 5:35 PM

You guys were amazing in Vancouver the other night, you should of been headlining the tour, the sound was really good in that opera house, go on another tour soon and play more songs!!
A.o.M.





May 8 2008 4:47 PM

I look forward to seeing you guys in Miami!
NachfielD ^^DamneD^^





May 8 2008 4:02 PM

Hi from Spain.
Your last album is a MAGNUM OPUS.
Congratulations!!
OpalsEye





May 8 2008 3:41 PM

If you like FEMALE fronted BANDS, CHECK OUT OPALSEYE!
Purge





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