Abhorrence
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Headquarters | Finland |
| Products | Music recordings, live performances |
Abhorrence is a death metal band originating from Finland, established in 1989.
History
The band Abhorrence came into existence in early 1989, initiated by guitarists Tomi Koivusaari (known for his work with Violent Solution and Amorphis) and Kalle Mattsson, alongside vocalist Jukka Kolehmainen, bassist Jussi Ahlroth (all previously members of Disaster), and drummer Kimmo Heikkinen. After experimenting with several names, they ultimately adopted the name Abhorrence and performed extensively, sharing stages with groups such as Xysma, Disgrace, and Funebre. Their initial output included a demo tape titled Vulgar Necrolatry and a 7-inch EP released through Seraphic Decay Records. Due to the absence of a formal agreement, the band lost possession of their master recordings and associated income.
Following additional performances across Finland and a short tour in Norway featuring second drummer Mika Arnkil (from Antidote), Abhorrence dissolved in 1990. Subsequently, Koivusaari focused on his role in Amorphis.
In 2012, Svart Records issued a compilation named Completely Vulgar on both CD and vinyl formats. This release contained remastered versions of their demo and EP tracks, a live recording from 1990, low-fidelity rehearsal sessions presented on a double LP, as well as two tracks that had not been previously released.
The band reunited in 2013 for a trio of concerts with original members returning except for drummer Rainer Tuomikanto. Their comeback show took place at Helsinki’s Bar Loose under the pseudonym Bob Horrence, supporting Deathchain, followed by performances at the Tuska Open Air Metal Festival and Hammer Open Air.
Svart Records later released the band's Tuska festival performance as the live album Totally Vulgar – Live at Tuska 2013 in 2017. To promote this album, Abhorrence toured Finland with new drummer Waltteri Väyrynen, playing alongside bands like Demilich and appearing at the Nummirock festival.
Early in 2018, Abhorrence revealed plans for new material along with a contract with Svart Records to release an EP within that year. They debuted fresh compositions during live shows at Torvi Bar in Lahti (10 February) and Kuudes Linja club in Helsinki (24 March), featuring support from Corpse Molester Cult.
Members
Current
- Jussi 'Juice' Ahlroth – bass (1989–present)
- Tomi Koivusaari – guitar (1989–present)
- Jukka Kolehmainen – vocals (1989–present)
- Kalle Mattsson – guitar (1989–present)
- Waltteri Väyrynen – drums (2016–present)
Former
- Rainer 'Raikku' Tuomikanto – drums (2013)
- Mikael 'Arkki' Arnkil – drums (1990)
- Kimmo Heikkinen – drums (1989–1990)
Discography
- Vulgar Necrolatry (demo, 1989)
- Abhorrence 7-inch (EP, 1990)
- Completely Vulgar (compilation, CD/2LP, Svart Records 2012)
- Totally Vulgar – Live at Tuska 2013 (live CD/LP, Svart Records 2017)
- Megalohydrothassalophobic (EP, CD, Svart Records 2018)
Official releases can be streamed on Bandcamp.
External links
- Abhorrence on Facebook.com
- Abhorrence on Bandcamp.com
- Abhorrence on Discogs.com
- Abhorrence on Svart Records.com
- Abhorrence – Death metal from Finland, official site (archived)