Shadows of Paragon explained
| Shadows of Paragon |
| Landscape: | yes |
| Origin: | Skåne, Sweden |
| Genre: | Christian metal,[1] Unblack metal,[2] Black metal, Death metal |
| Alias: | Allsherjar (2001-2003) |
| Years Active: | 2001-present |
| Label: | Independent |
| Associated Acts: | Inevitable End |
| Current Members: | David Rönnlund
Jörundr
Linus Bergman
Zharlie Sambeko (formerly Gustavsson)
Arvid Borg |
| Past Members: | Joel Oredsson
Joakim
Karg
Christoffer Johansson |
Shadows of Paragon is an Unblack metal[3] band that originated in Sweden in 2001 under the moniker, Allsherjar. The band has played in the Netherlands and Belgium.[4]
Background
Shadows of Paragon formed in 2001 under the name Allsherjar. The band changed the name in 2003, and have been active since. The band released a demo in 2004 before having Keyboardist Jocke Bergkvist depart from the band. Before recording further, Drummer Joel Oredsson quit being replaced by Inevitable End drummer Christoffer Johansson. The band released an EP in 2008 and a Studio album in 2009. 2014 saw the departure of both Vocalist Karg and Johansson. The band is currently recording their sophomore album, with their new drummer, Arvid.
The band announced in 2021 that their sophomore album, Amendment, would be able to be released, after 12 years of long work. The album would be produced by Zharlie Sambeko and Fredrik Bergman out of Svartkog Productions.[5] [6] The new album would feature newer members David Rönnlund on vocals and Arvid Borg on drums.[5]
Members
- Current
- David Rönnlund - vocals (2019–present)
- Fredrik "Jörundr" Bergman - bass (2001–present)
- Linus Bergman - guitar (2001–present)
- Zharlie Sambeko - guitar (2001–present)
- Arvid Borg - drums (2016–present)[7]
- Former
- Kristoffer "Karg" Petersson - vocals (2001–2014)
- Christoffer Johansson - drums (2007–2014)
- Joel Oredsson - drums (2001–2007)
- Jocke Bergkvist - keyboards (2001–2004)
- Timeline
Discography
- EPs
- Shadows of Paragon (2004)[8]
- Fear of Being Forever Lost (2008)[9]
- Studio albums
- Through the Valley Within (2009)[10]
- Amendment (2021)
External links
Notes and References
- Web site: Shadow of Paragon. Lords of Metal eZine. Neithan. October 6, 2016.
- Web site: SHADOW OF PARAGON: Fear of Being Forever Lost (Ep). Fabio. Manna. it. October 6, 2016.
- Web site: Vice Fashion - Christian Black Metal Prayer Warriors. Vice. Tomas. Leth. September 30, 2006. October 6, 2016.
- Web site: Rare Interview with Swedens "SHADOWS OF PARAGON". Heart of Metal. MetalChaz. January 22, 2010. October 6, 2016.
- Web site: Shadows of Paragon: "Amendment" ... Preorder Now!. The Metal Onslaught Magazine. Alex. Nomad. February 12, 2021. February 18, 2021.
- Web site: Review: Shadows of Paragon - Amendment. Beyond the Grave. Ton. Ringenier. February 18, 2021. February 18, 2021.
- Web site: Arvid's induction. Facebook. August 12, 2016. October 6, 2016.
- Helling, Ed (2005). "Shadows of Paragon - Shadows of Paragon". HM Magazine. Retrieved on October 6, 2016.
- Web site: Shadows Of Paragon - "Fear of Being Forever Lost" EP (Digital Release) (FREE Download). BandsOnFire. January 22, 2009. October 6, 2016.
- Web site: SHADOW OF PARAGON: Through the Valley Within. Vaake. it. October 6, 2016.
