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Raymond I. Rohonyi - Vocals
Frank Claussen - Guitars
Nell - Vocals
Hein Frode Hansen - Drums
Lorentz Aspen - Synthesizer
Vegard K. Thorsen - Guitar
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Storm
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Genre: Gothic
Origin: Norway
Label: AFM
Status: Active
Biography
In 1995 you would have been hard pressed to find a better example of gothic metal than Theatre of Tragedy. The band practically invented the genre with their self-titled debut release and the cult hit single "A Hamlet for a Slothful Vassal." The extreme contrast between male death-style vocals and soaring ethereal female singing, which is commonplace today, defined Theatre of Tragedy's early sound. Coupled with Raymond I. Rohonyi's depressively romantic lyrics, Theatre of Tragedy embodied every aspect of the burgeoning gothic metal scene. Their second album, Velvet Darkness They Fear, still stands as one of the most important and impressive gothic metal releases. Behind the success of the si
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