Zonata

{{Short description|Power metal band from Sweden}}

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| 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

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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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