Former THE HAUNTED Singer Peter Dolving Talks About Conceited Racism In Music

Peter Dolving, formerly from THE HAUNTED and now the leader of HOUSE OF DOLVING, has never been one to hold back when it comes time to speaking his mind. If you are part of his Facebook clan, you know exactly what we are talking about. Over the weekend, Dolving posted a lenghty post about his views on the "conceited racism carried by musicians all over the world". Read on...

"Something that's been buggin me my entire life;

"The conceited racism carried by musicians all over the world.

"I keep hearing this over and over in regards of rhythm. So let me make myself very clear; An individuals relation to rhythm, groove, swing and rhythmical/harmonic stringence, dynamics and etc. has got absolutely zilch to do with color of skin or race.

"As a musician you are either technical or emotive, some are very lucky to be both. But there's no ethnic magic involved in what gives reggae, blues or Rock its "typical" traits. There are styles of playing and individual musician relation to him/herself and the world in which we reside.

"It's all very simple really; Learn, and play the god-damned song. It will sound the way you play it it. End of story. A shitty musician will make a great song sound awkward, pathetic and flat. A great musician will make fucking "Crazy frog" sound cool. The audience may or may not care.

"Over the years playing material with different musicians the attempt to reach certain places with the inherit structure of individual songs has probably been the most frustrating thing of all. the amount of hangups and ego involved staggering.

"Being able to shred doesn't make you a great musician. Music is about flow. Understanding and communicating. It can be stringent or angular, but the flow determines.

"I have listened for too long to musicians I used to consider with great respect say terrible things about other musicians who have character and angularity. Dissing masterful players because they are "sloppy" etc. Well here's the deal; The sloppy takes discipline and daring, it takes an open mind as well as an open heart.

"There are schools for musicians. You can learn a lot just by repeating and rehearsing. But know this; Overt skillful masturbatory technique for its own sake becomes a circus sideshow. It is a vehicle, a tool. You are never bigger than the song, the piece in which you play. A perfectly polished surface often betrays a bland cold interior. And music is not an alibi... it's privilege. "

- Peter Dolving




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Sweden's Heavy Metal Architect Anders Björler Talks About The Future Of AT THE GATES!

As previously reported, THE HAUNTED's guitarist Patrik Jensen announced that guitarist Anders Björler and drummer Per Møller Jensen have quit the band (Full statements HERE!). Vocalist Peter Dolving had announced his departure from the band earlier this year (Read Dolving's stament HERE).

Following his departure from THE HAUNTED (Full statements HERE!), guitarist Anders Björler announced that he is working on his first solo album. "This is NOT a 'Metal' project", said Björler. "Those of you who are familiar with my soundtrack/movie stuff for THE HAUNTED and AT THE GATES documentaries will know somewhat to expect. It's inspired by Italian film music from the '60 and '70s, post Rock, ambient, progressive, jazz, and Swedish folk music."

AT THE GATES the NEW KISS when it comes to "farewell" tours.

Anders: "I think we learned from that mistake. We won't say goodbye again — ever. The main goal here is playing in territories we haven't played; it's that simple. We did South America in the summer and [now we're doing] Australia. Yeah, we'll do some exceptions, like the Barge To Hell boat. That's just vacation, basically — playing on a boat. Otherwise, we'll do, maybe, a couple of festivals each summer. Maybe three."

A NEW AT THE GATES album.

Anders: "For me, personally, no. I've never had those plans. I guess some of the other guys [in the band] want to, but certainly not me. Because I think too much time has passed. It was, maybe, 16 years ago, or 17, since we released 'Slaughter Of The Soul', and too much time has passed. I'm not at the place that I was back then, and it's not gonna sound like a continuation of 'Slaughter Of The Soul', and that's basically what I don't wanna do."

Don't forget to sign our petition to get AT THE GATES to headline the 2013 Summer Slaughter Tour:

http://hornsuprocks.blogspot.com/2012/10/online-petition-to-get-at-gates-to_15.html

Via Blabbermouth.net

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Former THE HAUNTED Guitarist Announces NEW Solo Project!

As previously reported, THE HAUNTED's guitarist Patrik Jensen announced that guitarist Anders Björler and drummer Per Møller Jensen have quit the band (Full statements HERE!). Vocalist Peter Dolving had announced his departure from the band earlier this year (Read Dolving's stament HERE).

Recently, Anders Björler announced that he is working on his first solo album. "This is NOT a 'Metal' project", said Björler. "Those of you who are familiar with my soundtrack/movie stuff for THE HAUNTED and AT THE GATES documentaries will know somewhat to expect. It's inspired by Italian film music from the '60 and '70s, post Rock, ambient, progressive, jazz, and Swedish folk music."

So does this mean that AT THE GATES might return in full force? Well, HERE is what Tomas Lindberg had to say about this possibility! Don't forget to sign our petition to get AT THE GATES to headline the 2013 Summer Slaughter Tour:

http://hornsuprocks.blogspot.com/2012/10/online-petition-to-get-at-gates-to_15.html

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Game Over For THE HAUNTED? Two More Band Members Quit The Band!

The demise of Sweden's THE HAUNTED seems inevitable. Earlier this year, vocalist Peter Dolving quit the band due mayor personal issues with the Björler brothers (read his statement HERE). Now, guitarist Patrik Jensen of has released the following statement regarding the departure of two more band members:

"It's with deep regret we have to inform you of another two departures from THE HAUNTED; guitarist Anders Björler and drummer Per Møller Jensen. No animosity whatsoever caused these events, nor are there any other feelings than that they will both be dearly missed. We wish them all the best in whatever, and wherever, their future endeavors will take them

"For all you who have any knowledge about the band, and know how to count, you will realize that there are only two band members left; Jonas [Björler, bass] and myself . We are still committed to the THE HAUNTED. However, in the light of these recent events, we honestly don't know what will happen. We hope for your appreciation of our current situation, and for your patience."

Commented Anders: "I feel that I have come to the end of the line regarding THE HAUNTED. This is not a sudden or hasty decision. I have been contemplating it for the last couple of years.

"Peter's [Dolving, vocals] departure earlier this year made me more certain than ever that I had reached my personal goal with THE HAUNTED, and that the time was right to call it quits.

"I have enjoyed every bit of the ride.

"It's been an overwhelming journey.

"I would like to thank the other band members especially, our crew through the years, and our fans worldwide for the experience and opportunity. Thank you so much! The memories will be with me forever.

"I will, of course, continue writing music, but where that leads me? Simply too early to say."

Per Møller Jensen released a statement to BLABBERMOUTH.NET earlier today announcing his departure from THE HAUNTED. He explained, "This decision has been underway for a long time and cannot be attributed to Dolving's departure earlier this year."

So does this mean that AT THE GATES will return in full force? Well, HERE is what Tomas Lindberg had to say about this possibility! Don't forget to sign our petition to get AT THE GATES to headline the 2013 Summer Slaughter Tour:

http://hornsuprocks.blogspot.com/2012/10/online-petition-to-get-at-gates-to_15.html

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The Haunted