Zonata
{{Short description|Power metal band from Sweden}}
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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Zonata
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| background = group_or_band
| origin = Borås, Sweden
| genre = Power metal
| years_active = 1998–2003
| label = Century Media
| past_members = Johannes Nyberg
John Nyberg
Niclas Karlsson
Mattias Asplund
Mikael Hornqvist
Johan Elving
Daniel Dalhqvist
Henrik Carlsson
}}
Zonata was a Swedish power metal band originating from Borås. They formed in 1998 and recorded three albums with label Century Media before calling a split up in 2003. Their lyrics draw heavily on mythology and life struggles. They are known by most for their heavy drums and cutting guitar riffs.Rivadavia, Eduardo. [http://www.allmusic.com/artist/zonata-mn0000319878/biography "Zonata Biography"]. AllMusic. Retrieved 2013-08-07.
Members
= Final lineup =
- Johannes Nyberg - vocals and keyboards
- John Nyberg - guitar
- Niclas Karlsson - guitar
- Mattias Asplund - bass
- Mikael Hornqvist - drums
= Former =
- Johan Elving - bass (1998–1999)
- Daniel Dalhqvist - drums (1998)
- Henrik Carlsson - guitar (1998–2000)
The band broke up in 2003 when Johannes Nyberg and John Nyberg left the band. {{cite web |title=ZONATA Split With Singer, Guitarist |url=https://search.blabbermouth.net/news/zonata-split-with-singer-guitarist/ |website=Blabbermouth.net |access-date=27 February 2021 |date=7 January 2003}}
Discography
- Copenhagen Tapes (1998 Demo)
- Tunes of Steel (1999)
- Reality (2001)
- Buried Alive (2002)
- Exceptions (2007 - Compilation)
References
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External links
- [http://www.myspace.com/zonatauk Myspace page]
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Category:Swedish power metal musical groups
Category:Musical groups established in 1998
Category:Musical groups disestablished in 2003
Category:Swedish musical quintets
Category:Musical groups from Borås
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