Candlemass lose singer (Updated)

2012-06-02 by Voivod STAFF | 26 Comments
Swedish doomsters Candlemass have parted ways with vocalist Robert Lowe (ex-Solitude Aeturnus).

According to the band, this parting of ways is relative to the quality of live performances. Lowe has been replaced by Mats Levén (Therion, Yngwie Malmsteen) who is rehearsing with the band, the moment these lines are being written.




The band's official statement is as follows:

We are sorry to inform you that Robert Lowe is no longer the singer for Candlemass. It has been a very difficult decision for the band and has mainly to do with the quality of the live performances. For the upcoming shows Robert will be replaced with Mats Levén (THERION, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN), longtime friend of the band. We are convinced this will work out just great. The band is currently rehearsing new and old songs with Mats and we know that nobody attending the gigs at Debaser Slussen, Metaltown, Borås or Southern Discomfort will be disappointed. Bring you earplugs….it will be hard, massive and loud! Keyboard player Per Wiberg (ex-OPETH) is also joining Candlemass onstage for the live shows. PSALMS FOR THE DEAD…..NOTHING ELSE REMAINS!


Update: Replacement vocalist Mats Leven has released a brief statement making it clear that he is not a permanent member of Candlemass:

In a statement to Blabbermouth.net, Mats said, "I'm helping my friends in Candlemass with the shows booked so far. Looking forward to that, for sure. [However], the only band I'm a permanent member of is Krux."




Source:
http://www.bravewords.com/news/184635

Tagged: Candlemass

Comments:Add a Comment 
Voivod
Staff Reviewer
June 2nd 2012
10712 Comments


From where I'm standing, this is good news.

Now Lowe can return to Solitude Aeturnus and record a new album with them.



Tyrael
June 2nd 2012
21108 Comments


what voivoid said

theartofdoom
June 2nd 2012
254 Comments


Well yes, but it also means that their supposed farewell tour is gonna take place with a newcomer, which I'm not entirely sold on.

Voivod
Staff Reviewer
June 2nd 2012
10712 Comments


Solitude Aeturnus>>>>>>>>>Candlemass



@ theartofdoom

Mats Levén is a good substitute.

If you are aware of the eponymous Abstrakt Algebra album, you already know what I'm talking about.

Tyrael
June 2nd 2012
21108 Comments


Nightfall > every other doom release ever

theartofdoom
June 2nd 2012
254 Comments


I'll have to check that out Voivod. I'm sure they wouldn't pick someone bad, it's just that it feels somewhat strange, especially seeing as they're one of my favorite bands.

Emim
June 2nd 2012
35266 Comments


lol rob lowe

TheNotrap
Staff Reviewer
June 2nd 2012
18936 Comments


"Nightfall > every other doom release ever"
Epicus is the best doom release ever in my opinion.

rockandmetaljunkie
June 2nd 2012
9620 Comments


I think they had decided to take separate ways some long time ago. Considering that Candlemass are
disbanding, Lowe was certain to leave either way and return to his former band.


I'm hoping that the band will return eventually to record their second album with Johan. I can't see
them returning with Messiah as their vocalist.

ThroneOfAgony
June 2nd 2012
3485 Comments


We are sorry to inform you that Robert Lowe

fucking lol

Blackbelt54
June 2nd 2012
4281 Comments


Treb left candlemass

Ire
June 3rd 2012
41944 Comments


what a jerk

MarvinLapsus
June 3rd 2012
136 Comments


Return, Messiah.

Eclecticist
June 3rd 2012
3863 Comments


HAHA doomsters??!

SteelErectedb4you8er
June 3rd 2012
2620 Comments


Matt Levin is great singer, you should check out the first Krux album, which also feature Lief from Candlemass. I think he will do them justice for sure. They had too many problems with Messiah to bring him back to the fold. I should try and get into the Robert Lowe releases, I have listened to them a couple times, but Johan and Messiah just kick ass with Candlemass.

paxman
June 3rd 2012
4084 Comments


Dammit Trebor


No never mind I don't give a shit

TheFifthEye
June 3rd 2012
122 Comments


Candlemass are swedish? I am swedish and I didn't know. Gosh, I'm stupid.

Trebor.
Emeritus
June 3rd 2012
59852 Comments


I did indeed leave Candlemass


FictionalFlames
June 3rd 2012
1528 Comments


I thought these guys were suppose to break up regardless after the new release this year.

YUJOS
June 3rd 2012
1019 Comments


Saw Candlemass live with Lowe 2 times and both of the times, Rob was reading some of the lyrics from a paper shit...I totally agree with the reason that they sacked him. Hope they won't disband and put another album(s) out. Mats Levén is a very good substitute for Lowe. Hope they make an album(s) with him in the mic.

Hyperion1001
Emeritus
June 4th 2012
25874 Comments


darn u robert

Ovrot
June 4th 2012
13304 Comments


Good news

Emim
June 4th 2012
35266 Comments


http://images.zap2it.com/images/celeb-54817/rob-lowe-0.jpg

MebalZahari
June 4th 2012
302 Comments


How's the new album?

Tyler.
June 4th 2012
19021 Comments


i like the whole update nonsense

Voivod
Staff Reviewer
October 26th 2013
10712 Comments


CANDLEMASS To Perform Entire 'Ancient Dreams' Album At Stockholm Show

http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/candlemass-to-perform-entire-ancient-dreams-album-at-stockholm-show/



You have to be logged in to post a comment. Login | Create a Profile





MOST VIEWED NEWS

Jesse Lacey Allegations
Jayyvon Opens Up About Abuse
The Fall of Troy bassist melts do..
The Story So Far's vocalist dropk..
Deftones stream new single
R.I.P. Lemmy
Killswitch Engage debut new single
Scott Weiland dead at 48
Nothing But Thieves accusations
Lil Peep Dead At 21



OTHER RECENT NEWS

Dark Tranquillity's Unforgivable ..
Ceremony of Silence's "Serpent Sl..
Omerta's new "Charade"
Writhing Squares stream Mythology
Ten Ton Slug are Colossal
Schizophrenia (Cavalera's Version)
Kendrick disses Drake
New Umbra Vitae Video
Eye of Mensis drop new EP
My Epic's Northstar
In Aevum Agere stream new LP
Motley Crue returns
Dysrhythmia tease upcoming album
Knocked Loose x Poppy
Burzum announces new LP, single

» see all news

RELATED REVIEWS
Candlemass
Sweet Evil Sun
Candlemass
When Death Sighs
Candlemass
Scandinavian Gods
Candlemass
Green Valley
Candlemass
The Pendulum
STAFF & CONTRIBUTORS // CONTACT US

Bands: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z


Site Copyright 2005-2023 Sputnikmusic.com
All Album Reviews Displayed With Permission of Authors | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy