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| name = Grave | name = Grave
| image = Grave Party.San Metal Open Air 2016 14.jpg | image = Grave Metal Frenzy 2018 30.jpg
| caption = Grave at Party.San Metal Open Air 2016 | caption = Grave at Metal Frenzy 2016
| image_size = 250 | landscape = yes
| landscape = yes | alias = Corpse<br />Putrefaction
| background = group_or_band | origin = ], Sweden
| alias = Corpse<br />Putrefaction | genre = ]
| years_active = 1988–present<br /><small>(hiatus: 1996–2001)</small>
| origin = ], ]
| genre = ] | label = ]
| associated_acts = ], Coercion, ], ], ]
| years_active = 1986–present<br><small>(hiatus: 1996–2001)</small>
| label = ] | website = {{URL|grave.se}}
| current_members = Ola Lindgren<br />]<br />Jonas Torndal<br />Jens "Jensa" Paulsson
| associated_acts = ], Coercion, ], ], ]
| past_members = Ronnie Bergerståhl<br />Christofer Barkensjö<br />Pelle Eckegren<br />]<br />Tobias Cristiansson <br />Mika Lagrén<br />Tomas Lagrén
| website = {{URL|http://www.grave.se/}}
| current_members = Ola Lindgren<br />Tobias Cristiansson <br />Mika Lagrén<br/>Tomas Lagrén
| past_members = Ronnie Bergerståhl<br />Jonas Torndal<br />Jörgen Sandström<br />Jens "Jensa" Paulsson<br />Christofer Barkensjö<br />Pelle Eckegren<br />]
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'''Grave''' is a Swedish ] band that was formed in 1986 by vocalist and guitarist Ola Lindgren who is their only constant member. The band had particular success in the early 1990s, and their first four albums, '']'', '']'', '']'' and '']'', cemented their reputation as one of Sweden's foremost death metal bands. Grave went on hiatus in 1997, but got back together two years later. Since then, they have released seven more albums, making a total of eleven studio albums. Along with ], ] and ], Grave is considered one of the "big four" of ].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170109113236/http://metal-rules.com/review/viewreview.php?month=June&year=2012&pos=48|title=METAL RULES|date=9 January 2017|website=Web.archive.org|accessdate=9 October 2020}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.terrorizer.com/news/news-news/grave-sign-with-century-media/|title=GRAVE SIGN WITH CENTURY MEDIA|website=Terrorizer.com|accessdate=2020-04-02|date=July 7, 2011}}</ref> '''Grave''' is a Swedish ] band that was formed in 1988 by vocalist and guitarist ] who is their only constant member. The band had particular success in the early 1990s, and their first four albums, '']'', '']'', '']'' and '']'', cemented their reputation as one of Sweden's foremost death metal bands. Grave went on hiatus in 1997, but got back together two years later. Since then, they have released seven more albums, making a total of eleven studio albums. Along with ], ] and ], Grave is considered one of the "big four" of ].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://metal-rules.com/review/viewreview.php?month=June&year=2012&pos=48|title=METAL RULES|date=9 January 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170109113236/http://metal-rules.com/review/viewreview.php?month=June&year=2012&pos=48|access-date=9 October 2020|archive-date=9 January 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.terrorizer.com/news/news-news/grave-sign-with-century-media/|title=GRAVE SIGN WITH CENTURY MEDIA|website=Terrorizer.com|access-date=2 April 2020|date=7 July 2011}}</ref>


==Band history== == History ==
===Early career (1986–1993)=== === Early career (1986–1993) ===
The band started in 1986 under the name Corpse and changed it to Grave in 1988. They recorded various demos from 1986 to 1991, and recorded some singles and EPs as well. Their debut full-length album '']'' was released in 1991. The release led to a European and American tour. The band started in 1986 under the name Corpse and changed it to Grave in 1988. They recorded various demos from 1986 to 1991, and recorded some singles and EPs as well. Their debut full-length album '']'' was released in 1991. The release led to a European and American tour.


In 1992, the band released their second album '']'', which was a continuation of the style featured on their debut. However, bassist Jonas Torndal left the band as a result of his increasing dislike for touring. After unsuccessfully trying to find a replacement, the group made a decision to become a trio, with guitarist Jörgen Sandström switching to bass.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.grave.se/index2.htm |title=The official GRAVE homepage |publisher=Grave.se |accessdate=2015-09-18 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150911195654/http://www.grave.se/index2.htm |archivedate=2015-09-11 }}</ref> A European tour followed with compatriots ] and headliner ]. In 1992, the band released their second album '']'', which was a continuation of the style featured on their debut. However, bassist Jonas Torndal left the band as a result of his increasing dislike for touring. After unsuccessfully trying to find a replacement, the group made a decision to become a trio, with guitarist ] switching to bass.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.grave.se/index2.htm |title=The official GRAVE homepage |publisher=Grave.se |access-date=18 September 2015 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150911195654/http://www.grave.se/index2.htm |archive-date=11 September 2015 }}</ref> A European tour followed with compatriots ] and headliner ].


===Two more albums, hiatus and return (1994–2003)=== === Two more albums, hiatus and return (1994–2003) ===
The band's third album, 1994's '']'', showed a somewhat different style, blending more experimental and industrial tones into the death metal of the previous album. Sandström departed in 1996, and Lindgren took over the vocals on their fourth album '']''. This album progressed further into the style started on ''Soulless''. Another European and American tour followed, which resulted in the live album '']''. Thereafter, the band more or less split up. The band's third album, 1994's '']'', showed a somewhat different style, blending more experimental and industrial tones into the death metal of the previous album. Sandström departed in 1996, and Lindgren took over the vocals on their fourth album '']''. This album progressed further into the style started on ''Soulless''. Another European and American tour followed, which resulted in the live album '']''. Thereafter, the band more or less split up.


1999 was the first year the members rejoined and started rehearsing; nevertheless the band took it slow. Ultimately this led to a warm-up European tour and a new album in 2002. '']'' was a return to the style featured on their second album, ''You'll Never See...'', with minimal influence from ''Soulless''. As a bonus, a CD containing three demo recordings was included with the album. 1999 was the first year the members rejoined and started rehearsing; nevertheless the band took it slow. Ultimately this led to a warm-up European tour and a new album in 2002. '']'' was a return to the style featured on their second album, ''You'll Never See...'', with minimal influence from ''Soulless''. As a bonus, a CD containing three demo recordings was included with the album.


===''Fiendish Regression'' and ''As Rapture Comes'' (2004–2007)=== === ''Fiendish Regression'' and ''As Rapture Comes'' (2004–2007) ===
The 2004 album '']'' saw the departure of drummer Paulsson, who was replaced by Coercion drummer Pelle Ekegren. This album showcased more aggressive and generally somewhat faster songs. Touring followed through Europe in conjunction with the Canadian band ]. The 2004 album '']'' saw the departure of drummer Paulsson, who was replaced by Coercion drummer Pelle Ekegren. This album showcased more aggressive and generally somewhat faster songs. Touring followed through Europe in conjunction with the Canadian band ].


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In September, Grave embarked on a European tour with ] for their album '']''. In September, Grave embarked on a European tour with ] for their album '']''.


===Recent years (2008–present)=== === Recent years (2008–present) ===
In 2008 the band returned with their eighth full-length studio album '']''. Stylistically it stepped back to the band's old-school death metal roots. The next album, '']'', continued the same style. In 2010, Fredrik Isaksson left the lineup and was replaced by Dismember's Tobias Cristiansson.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.myspace.com/gravespace/blog/538758030 |title=Line-up change ! van Grave Official! op Myspace |publisher=Myspace.com |date=2010-09-01 |accessdate=2011-07-14}}</ref> In 2008 the band returned with their eighth full-length studio album '']''. Stylistically it stepped back to the band's old-school death metal roots. The next album, '']'', continued the same style. In 2010, Fredrik Isaksson left the lineup and was replaced by Dismember's Tobias Cristiansson.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.myspace.com/gravespace/blog/538758030 |title=Line-up change ! van Grave Official! op Myspace |publisher=Myspace.com |date=1 September 2010 |access-date=14 July 2011}}</ref>


In July 2011, it was reported that Grave was expected to begin recording their tenth album that fall and have it out in 2012.<ref>{{cite web |author= |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=160403 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120908034108/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=160403 |url-status=dead |archive-date=2012-09-08 |title=Grave Signs New Worldwide Deal With Century Media Records - Blabbermouth.net |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=2011-07-07 |accessdate=2015-09-18 }}</ref> Titled ''Endless Procession of Souls'', it was released on August 27, 2012, in Europe and in North America on the next day.<ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://www.metalunderground.com/news/details.cfm?newsid=81316 |title=Grave Announces New Album Release - in Metal News |publisher=Metal Underground.com |date= |accessdate=2015-09-18}}</ref> In July 2011, it was reported that Grave was expected to begin recording their tenth album that fall and have it out in 2012.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=160403 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120908034108/http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=160403 |url-status=dead |archive-date=8 September 2012 |title=Grave Signs New Worldwide Deal With Century Media Records – Blabbermouth.net |publisher=Roadrunnerrecords.com |date=7 July 2011 |access-date=18 September 2015 }}</ref> Titled ''Endless Procession of Souls'', it was released on 27 August 2012, in Europe and in North America on the next day.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.metalunderground.com/news/details.cfm?newsid=81316 |title=Grave Announces New Album Release – in Metal News |publisher=Metal Underground.com |access-date=18 September 2015}}</ref>


Grave released their eleventh studio album ''Out of Respect for the Dead'' in October 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/grave-to-release-out-of-respect-for-the-dead-album-in-october/ |title=Grave To Release 'Out Of Respect For The Dead' Album In October |publisher=] |date=August 5, 2015 |accessdate=August 5, 2015}}</ref> On September 4 the band revealed the cover artwork of the album, which was created by Costin Chioreanu.<ref>{{cite web|title=GRAVE: Revealed Cover Artwork For "Out Of Respect For The Dead"|url=http://metalshockfinland.com/2015/09/04/grave-revealed-cover-artwork-for-out-of-respect-for-the-dead/|publisher=Metalshockfinland.com|accessdate=4 September 2015}}</ref> Grave released their eleventh studio album ''Out of Respect for the Dead'' in October 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/grave-to-release-out-of-respect-for-the-dead-album-in-october/ |title=Grave To Release 'Out Of Respect For The Dead' Album In October |publisher=] |date=5 August 2015 |access-date=5 August 2015}}</ref> On 4 September the band revealed the cover artwork of the album, which was created by Costin Chioreanu.<ref>{{cite web|title=GRAVE: Revealed Cover Artwork For "Out Of Respect For The Dead"|date=4 September 2015|url=http://metalshockfinland.com/2015/09/04/grave-revealed-cover-artwork-for-out-of-respect-for-the-dead/|publisher=Metalshockfinland.com|access-date=4 September 2015}}</ref>


On 1 December 2017, Grave announced their split with their drummer for eleven years Ronnie Bergerståhl;<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/grave-parts-ways-with-drummer-ronnie-bergerstal/|title=GRAVE Parts Ways With Drummer RONNIE BERGERSTÅL|date=December 2017|publisher=]|access-date=17 December 2020}}</ref> six months later, the band hired Tomas Lagrén as his replacement.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/grave-announces-new-drummer-tomas-lagren/|title=GRAVE Announces New Drummer, TOMAS LAGRÉN|date=18 June 2018|publisher=]|access-date=17 December 2020}}</ref> Grave has been in the process of working on a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ultimate-guitar.com/news/community_feed/grave_part_ways_with_their_drummer_ronnie_bergerstl.html|title=Grave Part Ways With Their Drummer Ronnie Bergerstål|publisher=]|access-date=17 December 2020}}</ref>
==Discography==
===Full lengths===
*'']'' (1991)
*'']'' (1992)
*'']'' (1994)
*'']'' (1996)
*'']'' (2002)
*'']'' (2004)
*'']'' (2006)
*'']'' (2008)
*'']'' (2010)
*'']'' (2012)
*''Out of Respect for the Dead'' (2015)


In January 2024, both Tobias Cristiansson and Mika Lagrén parted ways with the band.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://metalinjection.net/news/breakups/half-of-grave-quits-the-band-all-live-shows-put-on-hold |title=Half of GRAVE Quits the Band, All Live Shows Put on Hold |date=5 January 2024 }}</ref> Live shows were canceled indefinitely.
===EPs and singles===
*''Tremendous Pain'' (1991)
*'']'' (1993)
*''Morbid Ascent'' (2013)


In August 2024, the original line-up of Jorgen Sandström, Jens Paulsson and Jonas Torndal returned to perform their first three albums at Party.San Metal Open Air 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=August 12, 2024 |title=GRAVE's Original 1991 Lineup To Perform Exclusive Old School Set At Party.San Metal Open Air 2025 |url=https://bravewords.com/news/grave-s-original-1991-lineup-to-perform-exclusive-old-school-set-at-party-san-metal-open-air-2025 |access-date=2024-10-02 |website=bravewords.com |language=en}}</ref> Lindgren later stated that the reunited original line-up had no further plans to tour or record.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2024-08-20 |title=OLA LINDGREN Says 'There Are No Plans' For GRAVE's Reunited 1991 Lineup To Tour Or Record New Music |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/ola-lindgren-says-there-are-no-plans-for-graves-reunited-1991-lineup-to-tour-or-record-new-music |access-date=2024-10-02 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
===Live albums===
*'']'' (1997)


===Boxed sets=== == Members ==
=== Current members ===
*''Morbid Ways to Die'' (2003)
* Ola Lindgren – guitar (1988–1996, 2001–present), lead vocals (1995–1996, 2001–present), bass (1995–1996), backing vocals (1988–1995, 2024–present)
* Jens "Jensa" Paulsson – drums (1988–1996, 2001–2002, 2024–present)
* ] – lead vocals (1988–1995, guest 2008, 2024–present), guitar (1988–1992, 2024–present), bass (1992–1995)
* Jonas Torndal – bass (1988–1992, 1996, 2024–present), guitar (2001–2008)


===DVDs=== === Former members ===
* Magnus Martinsson – guitar (2008–2011)
*''Enraptured'' (2006)
* ] – bass (2001–2010)
* Pelle Eckegren – drums (2002–2006)
* Ronnie Bergerståhl – drums (2006–2017)
* Tobias Cristiansson – bass, backing vocals (2010–2024)
* Mika Lagrén – guitar (2011–2024)
* Tomas Lagrén – drums (2018–2024)


==Members== === Timeline ===
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===Current members===
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* Ola Lindgren – guitars (1986–1996, 2001–present), lead vocals (1995–1996, 2001–present), bass (1986, 1995–1996)
* Tobias Cristiansson – bass (2010–present)
* Mika Lagrén – guitar (2011–present)
* Tomas Lagrén – drums (2018–present)

===Former members===
* Magnus Martinsson - guitar (2008–2011)
* Jonas Torndal - bass (1989–1992, 1996), guitars (2001–2007)
* ] - lead vocals (1986–1995), guitar (1986–1992), bass (1992–1995)
* ] - bass (2001–2010)
* Jens "Jensa" Paulsson - drums (1986–1996, 2001–2002)
* Pelle Eckegren - drums (2002–2006)
* Ronnie Bergerståhl - drums (2006–2017)

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== Discography ==
=== Full lengths ===
*'']'' (1991)
*'']'' (1992)
*'']'' (1994)
*'']'' (1996)
*'']'' (2002)
*'']'' (2004)
*'']'' (2006)
*'']'' (2008)
*'']'' (2010)
*'']'' (2012)
*''Out of Respect for the Dead'' (2015)

=== EPs and singles ===
*''Tremendous Pain'' (1991)
*'']'' (1993)
*''Morbid Ascent'' (2013)

=== Live albums ===
*'']'' (1997)

=== Boxed sets ===
*''Morbid Ways to Die'' (2003)

=== DVDs ===
*''Enraptured'' (2006)


==References== == References ==
{{Reflist}} {{Reflist}}


==External links== == External links ==
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Background information
Also known asCorpse
Putrefaction
OriginVisby, Sweden
GenresDeath metal
Years active1988–present
(hiatus: 1996–2001)
LabelsCentury Media
MembersOla Lindgren
Jörgen Sandström
Jonas Torndal
Jens "Jensa" Paulsson
Past membersRonnie Bergerståhl
Christofer Barkensjö
Pelle Eckegren
Fredrik "Fredda" Isaksson
Tobias Cristiansson
Mika Lagrén
Tomas Lagrén
Websitegrave.se
Fredrik Isaksson, former bass player (2008)

Grave is a Swedish death metal band that was formed in 1988 by vocalist and guitarist Ola Lindgren who is their only constant member. The band had particular success in the early 1990s, and their first four albums, Into the Grave, You'll Never See..., Soulless and Hating Life, cemented their reputation as one of Sweden's foremost death metal bands. Grave went on hiatus in 1997, but got back together two years later. Since then, they have released seven more albums, making a total of eleven studio albums. Along with Dismember, Entombed and Unleashed, Grave is considered one of the "big four" of Swedish death metal.

History

Early career (1986–1993)

The band started in 1986 under the name Corpse and changed it to Grave in 1988. They recorded various demos from 1986 to 1991, and recorded some singles and EPs as well. Their debut full-length album Into the Grave was released in 1991. The release led to a European and American tour.

In 1992, the band released their second album You'll Never See..., which was a continuation of the style featured on their debut. However, bassist Jonas Torndal left the band as a result of his increasing dislike for touring. After unsuccessfully trying to find a replacement, the group made a decision to become a trio, with guitarist Jörgen Sandström switching to bass. A European tour followed with compatriots Dismember and headliner Morbid Angel.

Two more albums, hiatus and return (1994–2003)

The band's third album, 1994's Soulless, showed a somewhat different style, blending more experimental and industrial tones into the death metal of the previous album. Sandström departed in 1996, and Lindgren took over the vocals on their fourth album Hating Life. This album progressed further into the style started on Soulless. Another European and American tour followed, which resulted in the live album Extremely Rotten Live. Thereafter, the band more or less split up.

1999 was the first year the members rejoined and started rehearsing; nevertheless the band took it slow. Ultimately this led to a warm-up European tour and a new album in 2002. Back from the Grave was a return to the style featured on their second album, You'll Never See..., with minimal influence from Soulless. As a bonus, a CD containing three demo recordings was included with the album.

Fiendish Regression and As Rapture Comes (2004–2007)

The 2004 album Fiendish Regression saw the departure of drummer Paulsson, who was replaced by Coercion drummer Pelle Ekegren. This album showcased more aggressive and generally somewhat faster songs. Touring followed through Europe in conjunction with the Canadian band Cryptopsy.

Two years later in 2006, As Rapture Comes was released, further increasing the overall speed and aggression of the band's musical style. Noteworthy is the inclusion of the Alice in Chains cover of "Them Bones". In support of the album the band toured with Dismember, Vital Remains, Demiricous, and Withered through the US and Canada. In November 2006 they toured Europe as part of the Masters of Death tour, with Unleashed, Dismember, Entombed and Exterminator. In September, Grave embarked on a European tour with Nile for their album Ithyphallic.

Recent years (2008–present)

In 2008 the band returned with their eighth full-length studio album Dominion VIII. Stylistically it stepped back to the band's old-school death metal roots. The next album, Burial Ground, continued the same style. In 2010, Fredrik Isaksson left the lineup and was replaced by Dismember's Tobias Cristiansson.

In July 2011, it was reported that Grave was expected to begin recording their tenth album that fall and have it out in 2012. Titled Endless Procession of Souls, it was released on 27 August 2012, in Europe and in North America on the next day.

Grave released their eleventh studio album Out of Respect for the Dead in October 2015. On 4 September the band revealed the cover artwork of the album, which was created by Costin Chioreanu.

On 1 December 2017, Grave announced their split with their drummer for eleven years Ronnie Bergerståhl; six months later, the band hired Tomas Lagrén as his replacement. Grave has been in the process of working on a new album.

In January 2024, both Tobias Cristiansson and Mika Lagrén parted ways with the band. Live shows were canceled indefinitely.

In August 2024, the original line-up of Jorgen Sandström, Jens Paulsson and Jonas Torndal returned to perform their first three albums at Party.San Metal Open Air 2025. Lindgren later stated that the reunited original line-up had no further plans to tour or record.

Members

Current members

  • Ola Lindgren – guitar (1988–1996, 2001–present), lead vocals (1995–1996, 2001–present), bass (1995–1996), backing vocals (1988–1995, 2024–present)
  • Jens "Jensa" Paulsson – drums (1988–1996, 2001–2002, 2024–present)
  • Jörgen Sandström – lead vocals (1988–1995, guest 2008, 2024–present), guitar (1988–1992, 2024–present), bass (1992–1995)
  • Jonas Torndal – bass (1988–1992, 1996, 2024–present), guitar (2001–2008)

Former members

  • Magnus Martinsson – guitar (2008–2011)
  • Fredrik "Fredda" Isaksson – bass (2001–2010)
  • Pelle Eckegren – drums (2002–2006)
  • Ronnie Bergerståhl – drums (2006–2017)
  • Tobias Cristiansson – bass, backing vocals (2010–2024)
  • Mika Lagrén – guitar (2011–2024)
  • Tomas Lagrén – drums (2018–2024)

Timeline

Discography

Full lengths

EPs and singles

Live albums

Boxed sets

  • Morbid Ways to Die (2003)

DVDs

  • Enraptured (2006)

References

  1. "METAL RULES". 9 January 2017. Archived from the original on 9 January 2017. Retrieved 9 October 2020.
  2. "GRAVE SIGN WITH CENTURY MEDIA". Terrorizer.com. 7 July 2011. Retrieved 2 April 2020.
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  4. "Line-up change ! van Grave Official! op Myspace". Myspace.com. 1 September 2010. Retrieved 14 July 2011.
  5. "Grave Signs New Worldwide Deal With Century Media Records – Blabbermouth.net". Roadrunnerrecords.com. 7 July 2011. Archived from the original on 8 September 2012. Retrieved 18 September 2015.
  6. "Grave Announces New Album Release – in Metal News". Metal Underground.com. Retrieved 18 September 2015.
  7. "Grave To Release 'Out Of Respect For The Dead' Album In October". Blabbermouth.net. 5 August 2015. Retrieved 5 August 2015.
  8. "GRAVE: Revealed Cover Artwork For "Out Of Respect For The Dead"". Metalshockfinland.com. 4 September 2015. Retrieved 4 September 2015.
  9. "GRAVE Parts Ways With Drummer RONNIE BERGERSTÅL". Blabbermouth.net. December 2017. Retrieved 17 December 2020.
  10. "GRAVE Announces New Drummer, TOMAS LAGRÉN". Blabbermouth.net. 18 June 2018. Retrieved 17 December 2020.
  11. "Grave Part Ways With Their Drummer Ronnie Bergerstål". Ultimate Guitar. Retrieved 17 December 2020.
  12. "Half of GRAVE Quits the Band, All Live Shows Put on Hold". 5 January 2024.
  13. "GRAVE's Original 1991 Lineup To Perform Exclusive Old School Set At Party.San Metal Open Air 2025". bravewords.com. 12 August 2024. Retrieved 2 October 2024.
  14. Blabbermouth (20 August 2024). "OLA LINDGREN Says 'There Are No Plans' For GRAVE's Reunited 1991 Lineup To Tour Or Record New Music". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 2 October 2024.

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