SWEDISH DEATH METAL, by Daniel Ekeroth
Book of the Year 2008, Decibel Magazine
“Ekeroth knows of what he writes…5 of 5 stars” — Revolver
“A sprawling epic of a book…basically the perfect read for extreme metal fans.” — Bravewords & Bloody Knuckles, 9.5 of 10
“Death Metal musician and author Ekeroth shows a true fan’s dedication” — Publishers Weekly, Starred Review/Pick of the Week
“Daniel Ekeroth has impressively balanced a high level of raw data with a loving, subjective tone. Aspiring authors of such future volumes are advised to approach their subjects with the same care and passion.” — Metal Maniacs
The ultimate blow-by-blow account of Sweden’s legendary death metal underground, based on exclusive interviews with members of Nihilist/ Entombed, In Flames, At the Gates, Dismember, Grave, Hypocrisy, Opeth, Unleashed, Marduk, Morbid, Mob 47, Deranged, Edge of Sanity, Merciless, Therion, Liers in Wait, Carnage, Carcass, Tiamat/Treblinka, Afflicted, Repugnant, and the Haunted.
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450 densely-illustrated pages
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Heavy-duty 130gsm paper
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Revised and Expanded 300-page history, PLUS 150 pages including highly opinionated band encyclopedia, gallery, and fanzine bibliography
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Written by Daniel Ekeroth (of Insision, Tyrant, Dellamorte, Diskonto; and author ofViolent Italy)
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Ships with exclusive free metal button
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ISBN 9780979616310
”Finally, the true story of Swedish death metal! This book brought me back to the good old days”—Tomas Lindberg, At the Gates/ Grotesque/Disfear
“Death metal ruled my adolescent years. The problem is I don’t remember half of it! This tome of dark recollections is the chance to set things straight.”—Nicke Andersson, Nihilist/Entombed/The Hellacopters
“Read this book if you are willing to be subjected to the story behind the extreme face-melting, flesh-ripping, ear-slaying, gut-blasting phenomenon known as Swedish death metal!”—Chris Reifert, Death/Autopsy
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Just ordered my copy and I can’t wait to recieve. Been following the Swedish Death Metal scene since around ’91 and I’m still a diehard follower of the classic bands…
I bought a copy of this book just over a week ago, and it did not leave my side until I finished it! It is absolutely fascinating to explore the beginnings of one of my favorite types of music, and it has left me with a ton of bands that you just need to check out!
Daniel Ekeroth’s writing style is a major plus, with many humorous anecdotes, a strong sense of personality, and a genuine passion for the music. Highly recommended!
This one simply is a MUST HAVE book. Not just for metalheads, which is a given; but for anybody who has a passing interest in how sub-cultures develop and flourish over time and borders.
A worthy successor to ‘SDM’ would be a look at American Death Metal scene over the years. Suffice to say that the NY and Florida bands (amongst others) have some fantastic stories to tell..
Brilliant!
This book made me fly back to the good old days. My words would never be enough to thank Daniel and Bazillion Points for make this book real.
P.s. the guys shiped this book to Brazil really quick!!!
my wife got me the book for x-mass.I simply love it.Thanks for putting it out.
Awe inspiring and informative tome.EVERY TRUE metalhead MUST have this……NOW!!!