Beast In Black - Beast in Black Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the founder of Beast in Black and when was the band formed?

   Beast in Black was founded by Anton Kabanen in 2015 after his departure from his previous band, Battle Beast. The formation of Beast in Black followed shortly after his exit from the former group within the same year.

2. What inspired the name 'Beast in Black'?

   The name 'Beast in Black' is a tribute to the Japanese manga and anime series Berserk, similar to Anton Kabanen's former band Battle Beast. This inspiration reflects a significant influence of popular culture and particularly Japanese media on the band's identity and themes.

3. Has there been any lineup changes since the band's inception?

   Yes, Beast in Black underwent a lineup change when Atte Palokangas replaced Sami Hänninen as the permanent drummer on February 7, 2018. The rest of the lineup includes Greek vocalist Yannis Papadopoulos, Hungarian bassist Mate Molnar, and guitarist Kasperi Heikkinen.

4. What are some notable achievements of Beast in Black’s debut album 'Berserker'?

   'Berserker', released on November 3, 2017, received a very positive response globally and ranked seventh on Finnish charts. Additionally, it charted in several other countries including Germany, United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, and France.

5. Which bands has Beast in Black toured with?

   Beast in Black has toured with several prominent bands. Notably, they opened for Nightwish during the European leg of their Decades: World Tour starting March 21, 2018. They also headlined their own tour across Europe supported by Finnish industrial metal band Turmion Kätilöt.

6. What themes are explored in their third album 'Dark Connection'?

   'Dark Connection', released on October 26, 2021, delves into various themes including references to science fiction series like Blade Runner and Cyber City Oedo. This album showcases a blend of fantasy and sci-fi elements that contribute to its narrative depth.