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Halmstad, Sweden (1995 – present)
Arch Enemy is a melodic death metal band from Halmstad, Sweden, formed in 1995.
Arch Enemy is the brainchild of Michael Amott (Carcass, Carnage and Spiritual Beggars). Guitarists Michael Amott and younger brother Christopher Amott were joined by vocalist Johan Liiva (ex-Carnage, NonExist) and then-session drummer Daniel Erlandsson (Armageddon, Eucharist) in what Michael Amott called “An attempt to merge melody with aggression and technicality.”
The band’s debut, entitled Black Earth, was released by the now defunct Wrong Again Records in 1996. It obtained a fair amount of success in Japan, achieving MTV rotation with their first single “
Bury Me an Angel”, as well as moderate success in Sweden. More of a ‘solo effort’ than a full band at this point, Michael Amott wrote all the songs himself, and even played bass guitar on the album - contrary to the album’s liner notes, which listed vocalist Johan Liiva as handling bass duties. Michael Amott later revealed that he had the credits listed that way to make the album seem more of a “band” effort. Many consider it to be the band’s most aggressive album, a trait which was softened to some degree on their following releases, but which was never abandoned.
After the release of Black Earth, the band switched labels, signing a contract with Century Media. In 1998, Arch Enemy released Stigmata, for which bassist Martin Bengtsson and drummer Peter Wildoer joined the band. This album obtained the attention of a wider audience, reaching popularity both in Europe and America.
Arch Enemy is the brainchild of Michael Amott (Carcass, Carnage and Spiritual Beggars). Guitarists Michael Amott and younger brother Christopher Amott were joined by vocalist Johan Liiva (ex-Carnage, NonExist) and then-session drummer Daniel Erlandsson (Armageddon, Eucharist) in what Michael Amott called “An attempt to merge melody with aggression and technicality.”
The band’s debut, entitled Black Earth, was released by the now defunct Wrong Again Records in 1996. It obtained a fair amount of success in Japan, achieving MTV rotation with their first single “
Bury Me an Angel”, as well as moderate success in Sweden. More of a ‘solo effort’ than a full band at this point, Michael Amott wrote all the songs himself, and even played bass guitar on the album - contrary to the album’s liner notes, which listed vocalist Johan Liiva as handling bass duties. Michael Amott later revealed that he had the credits listed that way to make the album seem more of a “band” effort. Many consider it to be the band’s most aggressive album, a trait which was softened to some degree on their following releases, but which was never abandoned.After the release of Black Earth, the band switched labels, signing a contract with Century Media. In 1998, Arch Enemy released Stigmata, for which bassist Martin Bengtsson and drummer Peter Wildoer joined the band. This album obtained the attention of a wider audience, reaching popularity both in Europe and America.
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Wages Of Sin
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Doomsday Machine
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Anthems of Rebellion
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Rise Of The Tyrant
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Shoutbox
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RichDropOut19 wrote:
what a great day... made $3,927.87 by filling out paid surveys today, time to relax and listen to some music lol
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cosmoretro wrote:
She is the best female growler even though I don't like AE much.
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FatalErr0r wrote:
Yeah, they don't. Angela is a proof that female vocalists can growl aswell.
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rcklssabandon91 wrote:
Ah, awesome band, which also proves that female vocalists don't necessarily suck.
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Stamesiller wrote:
EPIC
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eyesofthetiga wrote:
Angela takes bad-ass to a whole new level [2]
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FenoFromSky wrote:
Even when some of the old songs are amazing (specially Bridge of Destiny), I like the leads better on their las 3 albums. And I like Angela better than Liiva
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Peccator_ wrote:
they were greater before angela joined them (nevertheless the vocalist was terrible at singing, but had awesome voice)
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bloodgrave45 wrote:
Awsome band
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Tas_pac wrote:
Oh yes she does.
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ZelosWilder88 wrote:
Angela takes bad-ass to a whole new level
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Heavy_Fish wrote:
My Apocalypse is such a kick ass song, love it.^^
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rakepallo wrote:
stalker
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Tas_pac wrote:
She is very athletic, she runs about 40-50 mins. at mornings and work out in gym about 90mins. at evenings. She is so perfect.
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_bubblyblonde wrote:
this band is fucking awesome <3
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FatalErr0r wrote:
Angela Gossow ftw /,,/
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Henry994 wrote:
While year changed into 2010 I got 1000 Arch Enemy plays, listened to Nemesis at 23:58 - 00:02.
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NativeRokkr wrote:
I don't want to experience her, when she's angry... [1] i wouldn't want her to be my coach!
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Regdot wrote:
overrated
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StudKickAss wrote:
NEMESIS KICKS SO MUCH ASS!!
Videos
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Featured Tracks
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Blood On Our Hands full track | 4:42 |
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Nemesis | 4:07 |
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We Will Rise | 4:05 |
Events
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Jan
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Arch Enemy
Recher Theater, Towson, Baltimore, United States
2 shouts
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- Jan 21 Arch Enemy Fillmore at the TLA, Philadelphia, United States
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Jan
21
Arch Enemy
Theater of the Living Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, United States
1 shout
| 10 attendees
News
Michael Amott Schedules Melbourne and Sydney Signing Sessions for DEAN Guitars!
30 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/archenemy
Michael Amott will be appearing at these locations & times in Melbourne and Sydney...
THURS 5TH NOV, Melbourne: 1PM KC’S ROCK SHOP, 137 Boronia Road, BORONIA VIC
SAT 7TH NOV, SYDNEY: 1...
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9 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/archenemy
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