Per Oscar "Pete" Johansen is a Norwegian violinist born 11 May 1962, recognized for his many recordings in albums by gothic metal bands, in which he is distinguished for his peculiar style.
Biography
editJohansen began playing the violin at the age of 9, and started his first tour with a country music band when he was 16 years old.
During the 1990s, he fronted a band called Modesty Blaise. The band released one album on SPM Records called "Face of the Sun."
He has worked with The Sins of Thy Beloved, Tristania,[1] Sirenia and Morgul.
He's currently the violinist for Art of Departure,
Discography
editJohansen has played with the following bands on the following albums:
- The Sins of Thy Beloved
- Tristania
- Morgul
- All Dead Here...
- The Horror Grandeur
- Sketch of Supposed Murderer
- Sirenia
- Art of Departure
- Art of Departure (2024)
References
edit- ^ "Tristania: New Album Title, Track Listing Revealed". Blabbermouth. 13 May 2010. Archived from the original on 18 June 2010. Retrieved 4 June 2010.
External links
edit- Metal Storm Profile
- Last.fm Profile
- Frog Leap Studios Oppdatering 8 on YouTube - Pete Johansen playing
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