Thulsa Doom (band)
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Founder | Ole Petter Andreassen |
| Headquarters | Oslo , Norway |
| Products | Heavy metal music, stoner rock music |
| Website | www |
Thulsa Doom is a heavy metal ensemble from Norway, taking its name from a character created by Robert E. Howard. This group should not be mistaken for the New York-based crust punk band with the identical name that was active between 1998 and 2000.
History
Established in 1999 by guitarist Ole Petter Andreassen (known as El Doom), who is also associated with the Cumshots and Black Debbath, the band originally consisted of bassist Egil Hegerberg (nicknamed Angelov Doom), vocalist Papa Doom, guitarist Doom Perignon, and drummer Fast Winston Doom. Their musical style is reminiscent of early stoner rock innovators like Kyuss and classic Black Sabbath.
The group’s initial EP, titled She Fucks Me (2000), featured cover art depicting Bill Clinton. Since that release, Thulsa Doom has produced five studio albums, notable for their unusually lengthy titles, such as the 2003 record ...And Then Take You to a Place Where Jars Are Kept. This album received a nomination for the esteemed Norwegian Spellemannprisen award in the Rock category.
Following the exit of lead singer Papa Doom in 2003, guitarist Doom Perignon took over vocal responsibilities. Their 2005 album Keyboard, Oh Lord! Why Don't We? showcased a transition towards a more melodic approach. Additionally, their rendition of the Beach Boys’ song "Tears in the Morning" achieved modest television exposure in Norway during the summer of 2005, accompanied by a music video directed by Jarle Medhus.
Members
- Papa Doom (Jacob Krogvold) – lead vocals (1999–2003, 2013–present)
- Doom Perignon (Henning Solvang) – guitar, lead vocals (2003–2013)
- El Doom (Ole Petter Andreassen) – guitar, vocals
- Angelov Doom (Egil Hegerberg) – bass, keyboards, vocals
- Fast Winston Doom (Halvor Winsnes) – drums
Albums
- The Seats are Soft But the Helmet Is Way Too Tight (2001)
- ...And Then Take You to a Place Where Jars are Kept (2003)
- Keyboard, Oh Lord! Why Don't We? (2005)
- A Keen Eye for the Obvious (2017)
- Ambition Freedom (2021)
EPs
- She Fucks Me (EP) (2000)
Singles
- "City of People" / "Sleep With Celebrity" (2001)