Swedish death metal stalwarts The Crown have a new drummer. An official statement from the band reads:
"Sometimes things come to an end. We have decided to part ways with Henrik (Axelsson), he has been a kickass drummer and a solid Viking Punk in this band for 7 years. We part on mutual, good terms and would like to thank him and wish him all the best for his future.
As for the rest of us - We have onboarded an amazing drummer in Mikael Norén, an old friend of ours that previously also played in Impious together with Robin. We believe that we will make one hell of a team for 2023. We can't wait to see you all. The Crown Never Dies! Cheers!"
The Crown 2023 line-up:
Mattias ”Arvid” Rasmussen - bass
Johan Lindstrand - vocals
Marko Tervonen - guitars
Mikael Norén - drums
Robin Sörqvist - lead guitar
Henrik Axelsson, who played drums for The Crown from 2014 - 2022, has issued his own brief statement:
"It’s been a pleasure for 7 years! I wish all the best to the boys in their future adventures. Hope to see you somewhere on the road."
Catch The Crown live as part of 70000 Tons Of Metal - The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise. Their eleventh sailing will be hosted on board The Freedom Of The Seas from Miami, Florida to Bimini, The Bahamas from January 30 to February 3, 2023.
Previously announced acts include: Nightwish, Rotting Christ, Korpiklaani, Månegarm, Kamelot, Uli Jon Roth, Kreator, Novembre, Fallujah, Warbringer, Obscura, Oceans Of Slumber, Melechesh, Nightmare, Evergrey, Sirenia, Jungle Rot, Feuerschwanz, Visions Of Atlantis, Abysmal Dawn, Amorphis, Cynic, Destruction and Fractal Universe.
(Source: www.bravewords.com)