SAD NEWS!! Swedish bassist B. War (Roger Svensson), known for his role in Marduk’s classic era, has passed away at the age of 60.
His work defined the band’s early and mid‑90s sound, contributing to albums that shaped the evolution of Scandinavian black metal.
B. War was part of Marduk from 1992 to 2004, performing on cornerstone releases such as Those of the Unlight, Opus Nocturne, Heaven Shall Burn… When We Are Gathered, Nightwing and La Grande Danse Macabre.
His bass lines and stage presence became a defining element of the band’s identity during their rise in the international extreme metal scene.
News of his passing has generated widespread condolences across the black metal community, with fans and musicians acknowledging his influence and contribution to the genre.
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El bajista sueco B. War (Roger Svensson), figura clave en la etapa clásica de Marduk, ha fallecido a los 60 años.
Su trabajo definió el sonido de la banda durante los años 90, contribuyendo a discos esenciales del black metal escandinavo.
B. War formó parte de Marduk entre 1992 y 2004, participando en álbumes fundamentales como Those of the Unlight, Opus Nocturne, Heaven Shall Burn… When We Are Gathered, Nightwing y La Grande Danse Macabre.
Sus líneas de bajo y presencia escénica fueron elementos decisivos en la identidad de la banda durante su ascenso internacional.
La noticia ha generado numerosas muestras de respeto dentro de la comunidad del black metal, reconociendo su influencia y aportación al género.
Un nombre que queda ligado para siempre a la historia del metal extremo.
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