Happy Birthday SHAGRATH

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Shagrath celebrates his 48th birthday today. We wish the singer of Dimmu Borgir all the best.

Did you know?
– Dimmu Borgir were founded 30 years ago.
– Shagrath and guitarist Silenoz are the only founding members who are still part of the band today.
– The name is derived from Dimmuborgir, a volcanic formation in Iceland, whose name means “dark cities” or “dark castles/fortresses” in Icelandic, Faroese and Old Norse.
– Born as Stian Tomt Thoresen, Shagrath chose his stage name from “The Lord of the Rings” universe. There, the orc Shagrat is a Uruk-hai leader.
– Shagrath has also played in other bands such as Chrome Division (2004-2015), Starkness (1996), Ragnarok (1997), Ov Hell (2010) and Fimbulwinter (1994).

Have you seen what’s available on EMP from Dimmu Borgir?

Listen to Dimmu Borgir in our “Black Metal World” playlist on Spotify: