Johan Hegg
Amon Amarth: The Pursuit of Vikings: 25 Years in the Eye of the Storm
Since their inception, Amon Amarth have consistently proven themselves a true force of nature in modern metal, and this timely set stands as a testament to everything that they have achieved. A retrospective documentary that includes a wealth of live and behind the scenes footage alongside extensive interviews with the members, it tells the Swedish quintet's story through both their own eyes and those of the fans that have supported them along the way. It is a thrilling collection that pays respect to their faithful followers as well as making for a detailed and riveting introduction for those new to their inspiring story. While their sound certainly displays strong echoes of the nation that birthed them, Amon Amarth arguably wields a unique aura, a "lusciously crafted escapism" that producer Alexander Milas likens to the classic bands he grew up with: Dio, Maiden, and others who exist on a spectrum of their own making. "We finally tell our tale of being heavy metal kids from a small suburban town, and we turned something we loved into our careers," says vocalist Johan Hegg.
Apple TVAmon Amarth: The Pursuit of Vikings: Live at Summer Breeze
Amon Amarth's triumphant showing at Summer Breeze 2017 truly hammers home that after a quarter of a century they are at the height of their powers. Having played the German festival numerous times over the years and loving the family vibe they have always experienced, Amon Amarth leapt at the chance to appear twice in the same year. Playing a secret, smaller scale set that focused primarily on older material and then headlining the main stage with full production - including their giant sea serpent and plenty of fire, allowing them to showcase their songs at their best, though putting together setlists from such a mighty catalogue was not the easiest of tasks. "For the first night we wanted to write a set that the fans would enjoy by wholly diving into our back catalogue, but we knew we needed to add some newer material too," explains guitarist Olavi Mikkonen. The riveting performances combined with the fevered reaction of those in attendance makes you feel like part of the audience.
Apple TVAmon Amarth: The Pursuit of Vikings: 25 Years in the Eye of the Storm
Since their inception, Amon Amarth have consistently proven themselves a true force of nature in modern metal, and this timely set stands as a testament to everything that they have achieved. A retrospective documentary that includes a wealth of live and behind the scenes footage alongside extensive interviews with the members, it tells the Swedish quintet's story through both their own eyes and those of the fans that have supported them along the way. It is a thrilling collection that pays respect to their faithful followers as well as making for a detailed and riveting introduction for those new to their inspiring story. While their sound certainly displays strong echoes of the nation that birthed them, Amon Amarth arguably wields a unique aura, a "lusciously crafted escapism" that producer Alexander Milas likens to the classic bands he grew up with: Dio, Maiden, and others who exist on a spectrum of their own making. "We finally tell our tale of being heavy metal kids from a small suburban town, and we turned something we loved into our careers," says vocalist Johan Hegg.
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