Kaamos (band)

Kaamos (band)

Infobox musical artist
Name = Kaamos


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Origin = Stockholm, Sweden
Genre = Death metal
Years_active = 1998–2006
Label = Candlelight
Associated_acts = A Mind Confused
Grave
Face Down
URL = [http://www.kaamos.nu www.kaamos.nu]
Current_members = Karl Envall
Nicklas Eriksson
Konstantin Papavassilou
Cristofer Barkensjö
Past_members = Johan Thörngren
Thomas Åberg

Kaamos is a Swedish death metal band that was formed in 1998.

History

They wrote 3 songs that were recorded on a cassette in 1999. Two of the songs were released by Dauthus on a limited 7”. After the release, bassist, singer Johan departed the band and was replaced by Karl.

In 2000, drummer Thomas called it quits. A new drummer was found in Cristofer Barkensjö (also known as Chris Piss). They wrote five new songs which they recorded as the demo " "Curse of Aeons"; it was released in 2001. Kaamos choose to sign with Candlelight Records from several label offers.

In November 2001 Kaamos entered the SubSonic studios again to record the debut album. With the aid of Messiah Marcolin nine tracks were put down were recorded in ten days. The album was released in May 2002. The debut album was self-titled Throughout 2002–2003 the band focused on performing live in several countries in Europe.

In March 2004 Kaamos entered the Berno studio and ten new songs were recorded. The second album, "Lucifer Rising" was released in February 2005 on Candlelight. After the release, Kaamos focused on playing live again. In 2006, the band announced to split up. [ [http://kaamos.ownit.nu/notes.htm Kaamos ] ]

Discography

* "Promo 99" (Demo, 1999)
* "Kaamos" (7", 1999)
* "Curse of Aeons" (Demo 2001. Vinyl 10", 2004)
* "Kaamos" (CD, LP, 2002)
* "Lucifer Rising" (CD, LP, 2005)
* "Scales Of Leviathan (CD, 2007)

Members

* Karl Envall - vocals, bass guitar (1999–present)
* Nicklas Eriksson - guitar (1998–present)
* Konstantin Papavassilou - guitar (1998–present)
* Cristofer Barkensjö (Chris Piss) - drums (2000–present) (Grave, Face Down)

Former members

* Johan Thörngren - vocals, bass guitar (1998–1999)
* Thomas Åberg - drums (1998–2000)

References

External links

* [http://www.kaamos.nu/ Official website]


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