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| name = Deathstars
| name = Deathstars
| image = Deathstars 6 October 2006.jpg<!-- Replace only with a free image. -->
| image = Deathstars 6 October 2006.jpg
| caption = Deathstars performing live in Italy in 2006
| caption = Deathstars performing in 2006
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| origin = [[Strömstad]], Sweden
| origin = [[Strömstad]], Sweden
| genre = {{flatlist|
| genre = {{flatlist|
*[[Industrial metal]]<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-equipment-theft-forces-delay-in-album-recording-sessions/ | title=Deathstars: Equipment Theft Forces Delay In Album Recording Sessions | publisher=[[Blabbermouth.net]] | date=1 June 2004 | access-date=7 November 2015}}</ref>
*[[Industrial metal]]<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-equipment-theft-forces-delay-in-album-recording-sessions/ | title=Deathstars: Equipment Theft Forces Delay In Album Recording Sessions | publisher=[[Blabbermouth.net]] | date=1 June 2004 | access-date=7 November 2015}}</ref>
*[[gothic metal]]<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/deathstars-mn0000779128/biography | title=Deathstars | publisher=[[Allmusic]] | access-date=7 November 2015 | author=Birchmeier, Jason}}</ref>
*[[gothic metal]]<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/deathstars-mn0000779128/biography | title=Deathstars | publisher=[[Allmusic]] | access-date=7 November 2015 | author=Birchmeier, Jason}}</ref>
}}
}}
| years_active = 2000–present
| years_active = 2000–present
| label = {{flatlist|
| label = {{flatlist|
*[[Nuclear Blast]]
*[[Nuclear Blast]]
*[[Bieler Bros. Records|Bieler Bros.]]
*[[Bieler Bros. Records|Bieler Bros.]]
}}
}}
| website = {{URL|deathstars.net}}
| website = {{URL|deathstars.net}}
| current_members = *Nightmare Industries
| current_members = *Nightmare Industries
*Whiplasher Bernadotte
*Whiplasher Bernadotte
*Skinny Disco
*Skinny Disco
*Cat Casino
*Cat Casino
*Nitro
*Nitro
| past_members = *Beast X Electric
| past_members = *Beast X Electric
*[[Ole Öhman|Bone W Machine]]
*[[Ole Öhman|Bone W Machine]]
*Vice
*Vice
}}
}}


'''Deathstars''' is a Swedish [[Industrial metal music|industrial metal]] band from [[Strömstad]]. Formed in 2000, the group are noted for their dark [[Horror fiction|horror]]-themed lyrics, [[pessimistic]] and [[misanthropic]] [[social commentary]], distinctive trademark [[face paint]], dark stage uniforms and physical appearances that correspond to [[gothic fashion]]. They have released five full-length studio albums; ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' (2002 in [[Europe]] and 2003 in [[North America|North]] and [[South America]]), ''[[Termination Bliss]]'' (2006), ''[[Night Electric Night]]'' (2009), ''[[The Perfect Cult]]'' (2014), and ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'' (2023). Deathstars have supported live acts by bands such as [[Korn]] and [[Cradle of Filth]], the latter of which were part of the inspiration for Deathstars. Deathstars also supported [[Rammstein]] on their Made In Germany 1995–2011 tour.
'''Deathstars''' is a Swedish [[Industrial metal music|industrial metal]] band from [[Strömstad]]. Formed in 2000, the group are noted for their dark [[Horror fiction|horror]]-themed lyrics, [[pessimistic]] and [[misanthropic]] [[social commentary]], distinctive trademark [[face paint]], dark stage uniforms and physical appearances that correspond to [[gothic fashion]]. They have released five full-length studio albums; ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' (2002), ''[[Termination Bliss]]'' (2006), ''[[Night Electric Night]]'' (2009), ''[[The Perfect Cult]]'' (2014), and ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'' (2023).


The current lineup of the band consists primarily of members from Swordmaster, a [[black metal]] project that has former members of [[Dissection (band)|Dissection]], and [[Ophthalamia]]. The band currently consists of guitarist Nightmare Industries, lead vocalist Whiplasher Bernadotte, bassist Skinny Disco, guitarist Cat Casino and drummer Nitro. The band normally uses [[C tuning (guitar)|standard C tuning]], in which instruments are transposed two whole tones lower than [[Guitar tunings#Standard|standard tuning]].
The band's current lineup consists of lead guitarist Nightmare Industries, lead vocalist Whiplasher Bernadotte, bassist Skinny Disco, rhythm guitarist Cat Casino and drummer Nitro.


== History ==
== History ==
=== Formation, ''Synthetic Generation'' (2000–2003) ===
=== Formation and ''Synthetic Generation'' (2000–2003) ===
[[File:Deathstars logo.png|thumb|The band's logo]]
[[File:Deathstars logo.png|thumb|The band's logo]]
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Deathstars was formed in 2000 by childhood friends in [[Strömstad]]. The members consider Deathstars to be a metamorphosed version of the black metal act Swordmaster. Deathstars' first line-up consisted of vocalist and frontman Andreas Bergh ("Whiplasher Bernadotte"), guitarists Emil Nödtveidt ("Nightmare Industries") and saw Erik Halvorsen ("Beast X Electric"), and drummer [[Ole Öhman]] ("Bone W.a Machine"). According to Nightmare Industries in an interview, the name "Deathstars" itself was never intended to be a reference to the [[Death Star]] in ''[[Star Wars]]'', but was in fact supposed to be an amalgamation of "Death Metal" and "Stars."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YiBXjrJ_OTU&feature=PlayList&p=ADCDECD90CD73906&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=3 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211221/YiBXjrJ_OTU |archive-date=2021-12-21 |url-status=live|title=DEATHSTARS – Interview |publisher=YouTube |date=11 December 2006 |access-date=23 October 2011}}{{cbignore}}</ref>
The founding members of the band have known each other from childhood after growing up in Strömstad. The members have considered Deathstars to be a metamorphosed version of 1993 founded black metal act, Swordmaster, featuring former [[Dissection (band)|Dissection]] drummer [[Ole Öhman]] ("Bone W.a Machine") and guitarist Emil Nödtveidt ("Nightmare Industries"). Nightmare Industries was also the brother of Dissection's late [[Jon Nödtveidt]]. Deathstars is fronted by Andreas Bergh ("Whiplasher Bernadotte") and saw Erik Halvorsen ("Beast X Electric") on guitar. The band took on both a radical image and change in musical direction for the album ''Synthetic Generation''.


The band's debut album, ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'', was first released in Sweden in March 2002 and released in Europe by German [[Nuclear Blast]] label the following year. In October of that same year, live bassist Jonas Kangur ("Skinny Disco") became an official member.
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According to Nightmare Industries in an interview, the name "Deathstars" itself was never intended to be a reference to the [[Death Star]] in ''[[Star Wars]]'', but was in fact supposed to be an amalgamation of "Death Metal" and "Stars."<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YiBXjrJ_OTU&feature=PlayList&p=ADCDECD90CD73906&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=3 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211221/YiBXjrJ_OTU |archive-date=2021-12-21 |url-status=live|title=DEATHSTARS – Interview |publisher=YouTube |date=11 December 2006 |access-date=23 October 2011}}{{cbignore}}</ref> They cite bands such as [[Kiss (band)|Kiss]] as an early inspiration, and have recently been compared to [[Rammstein]], [[The Kovenant]] and [[Marilyn Manson]].

''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' first surfaced in Sweden during March 2002 on LED Recordings, but would be picked up for European release by the German [[Nuclear Blast]] label the following year.

Originally only a live bass player for Deathstars, Jonas Kangur ("Skinny Disco") became an official member on 1 October 2003.

Before ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' was released, several demos were recorded, two of which are freely available on the internet; 'Razor End' and 'Black Medicine'. 'Razor End' is the most unusual as it is a song with strong female vocals, and is more like Synthetic Generation's material, whereas 'Black Medicine', can be described as featuring parts of 'The Last Ammunition', 'Tongues' and 'Blitzkrieg' from ''[[Termination Bliss]]''. 'Black Medicine' may be linked to the song 'Tongues' as the song 'Tongues' describes "white medicine".


=== ''Termination Bliss'', new lineup (2004–2006) ===
=== ''Termination Bliss'', new lineup (2004–2006) ===
Plans to commence recording of a second album in June 2004 were delayed as, returning home from an appearance at the [[Wave Gotik Treffen]] festival in Leipzig, Germany, Deathstars had over $15,000 worth of gear stolen from their tour bus. The band later landed the support to the resurrected [[Dissection (band)|Dissection]] at their Stockholm Lilla Arenan gig in late October.
The band's plans to start recording their sophomore album in June 2004 were delayed as the members had over $15,000 worth of gear stolen from their tour bus while returning home from an appearance at the [[Wave Gotik Treffen]] festival in Germany.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2004-06-01 |title=DEATHSTARS: Equipment Theft Forces Delay In Album Recording Sessions |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-equipment-theft-forces-delay-in-album-recording-sessions/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> Later that year, the band opened for [[Dissection (band)|Dissection]] at their Stockholm Lilla Arenan show in late October.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2004-06-14 |title=DEATHSTARS To Support DISSECTION In Stockholm |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-to-support-dissection-in-stockholm/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
[[File:(sziget festival 2009 - day 3) deathstars.jpg|thumb|Singer Whiplasher Bernadotte live with the band in 2009]]

In early 2005, Deathstars started recording their new album at the band's own Black Syndicate Studios. The band parted ways with guitarist Beast X Electric in August, citing a "lack of enthusiasm".<ref>{{Cite web |last=BraveWords |title=DEATHSTARS Part Ways With Guitarist |url=https://bravewords.com/news/deathstars-part-ways-with-guitarist |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=bravewords.com |language=en}}</ref> In January 2006, Deathstars released their second album, ''[[Termination Bliss]]''. The band supported [[Cradle of Filth]] on their 2006 tour through Europe. That same year, Nightmare Industries and bassist Skinny Disco contributed to the production of the Dissection album ''[[Reinkaos]]''. In 2006, guitarist Eric Bäckman ("Cat Casino") joined the band.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2019-06-18 |title=DEATHSTARS Begins Recording Fifth Album, Reunites With Guitarist CAT CASINO |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-begins-recording-fifth-album-reunites-with-guitarist-cat-casino/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
Deathstars undertook album recordings in early 2005 at the band's own Black Syndicate Studios for the ''Termination Bliss'' album.

In outside activity, both Emil Nodtveidt and bassist Skinny scored production credits on the Dissection album ''[[Reinkaos]]''. Deathstars also remixed the track "Vyperpunk" on [[Dope Stars Inc.]]'s ''[[Neuromance]]'' album.

The band parted ways with guitarist Erik Halvorsen in August, citing "lack of enthusiasm".

''[[Termination Bliss]]'' saw release in January 2006. Limited edition variants added a "Driven On" remix of the track "Blitzkrieg" by [[Mortiis]].

The band supported [[Cradle of Filth]] on their 2006 tour through Europe.

In September 2006 Deathstars' website announced that Eric Bäckman ("Cat Casino") was now a full-time guitarist for Deathstars.


=== ''Night Electric Night'' (2007–2012) ===
=== ''Night Electric Night'' (2007–2012) ===
In September 2007 Deathstars' website announced that they would open shows for [[Korn]] on their European tour throughout January and February 2008. Deathstars headlined a few shows on their own between the dates they performed with Korn. Later, it was announced that Bone W. Machine would not partake in the upcoming European tour with Korn due to personal reasons. Bernadotte attributed this to the fact that the drummer "had to take care of his family back home." Fellow Swede [[Adrian Erlandsson]], who has also played the drums for [[Cradle of Filth]], filled in on the drumming duties for the tour.<ref name="DeathstarsLucemFero">{{cite web|title="Death in Vogue" – Third full length ''Deathglam'' examines the darker aspects of Deathstars mainman "Whiplasher Bernadotte"|author=Morgan, Anthony|publisher=Lucem Fero|date=January 2008|url=http://www.lucemfero.com/deathstars012008.php|access-date=17 March 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090427001446/http://www.lucemfero.com/deathstars012008.php|archive-date=27 April 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref>
In September 2007, Deathstars announced that they would support [[Korn]] for their European tour throughout January and February 2008.<ref>{{Cite web |date=September 28, 2007 |title=Deathstars to support Korn in Europe |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-to-support-korn-in-europe |website=Blabbermouth}}</ref> It was later announced that drummer Bone W. Machine would not partake in the tour for personal reasons.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2008-02-04 |title=DEATHSTARS Members Talk About Touring With KORN, Upcoming Album |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-members-talk-about-touring-with-korn-upcoming-album/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> Singer Whiplasher Bernadotte attributed this to the fact that the drummer "had to take care of his family back home."<ref name=":1" /> Fellow Swede [[Adrian Erlandsson]], formerly of [[At the Gates]] and [[Cradle of Filth]], filled in on the drumming duties for the tour.<ref name="DeathstarsLucemFero">{{cite web|title="Death in Vogue" – Third full length ''Deathglam'' examines the darker aspects of Deathstars mainman "Whiplasher Bernadotte"|author=Morgan, Anthony|publisher=Lucem Fero|date=January 2008|url=http://www.lucemfero.com/deathstars012008.php|access-date=17 March 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090427001446/http://www.lucemfero.com/deathstars012008.php|archive-date=27 April 2009|url-status=dead}}</ref> The band headlined several shows between the dates they performed with Korn.

For the next upcoming studio album, Deathstars producer and guitarist, Nightmare Industries, wrote the song "Via the End" when he heard of the suicide of his brother, [[Jon Nödtveidt]]. Of the album, lead Deathstars vocalist Whiplasher said: "I am very pleased with how the songs illustrates our lives, because that's what it's all about – our everynight situations and the timeless sounds of the depraved city. I just wanted to combine serious personal issues, destructive city nighttime, naked bodies and the dark presence of Russia. It is the absolute Fort Knox of modern dark rock".<ref name="www2.deathstars.net">{{cite web |url=http://www2.deathstars.net/band.html |title=Band |publisher=Deathstars |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111101154104/http://www2.deathstars.net/band.html |archive-date=1 November 2011 }}</ref>

On 29 October 2007, Deathstars entered Metrosonic Recording Studios in [[New York City]] to begin the recording of their third studio album. The mixing was set for January 2008 with the album scheduled for release during Spring 2008. In a January 2008 interview, Bergh revealed that Deathstars' third studio album would be titled ''Deathglam''.<ref name="DeathstarsLucemFero" /> However, after [[Metallica]] releasing ''[[Death Magnetic]]'', they soon changed the new album's name to ''Night Electric Night''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www2.deathstars.net/releases.html |title=Albums |publisher=Deathstars |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006131725/http://www2.deathstars.net/releases.html |archive-date=6 October 2011 }}</ref> and jokingly stated that Deathstars themselves inspired the signature font and the track name 'Cyanide' on the Metallica album. Later on, Whiplasher revealed (also jokingly) that the new album will now be titled ''Master of Muppets'' (a play on the famed Metallica album, ''[[Master of Puppets]]'').<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www2.deathstars.net/news/past_news_archive.html |title=Past News Archive |publisher=Deathstars |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006131811/http://www2.deathstars.net/news/past_news_archive.html |archive-date=6 October 2011 }}</ref>

Also, in May 2008, Nuclear Blast released an ultimate edition of the band's second album ''Termination Bliss'' called ''Termination Bliss Extended'' containing a CD and DVD. This contains one bonus track, "Termination Bliss (Piano Version)", but does not include "Blitzkrieg (Driven On Version)". The special DVD includes all the music videos and special "making of" them. They have also released a single DVD entitled "Termination Bliss EXTENSION".

On 7 November 2008, Deathstars announced on their official Myspace page the full track listing of the newest album, its release date as 30 January 2009, and the first single, 'Death Dies Hard' would be aired on Bandit Rock 106.3 Stockholm. The following day, the artwork for the standard edition cover was also released.

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On their official webpage Deathstars announced on 31 January '09 that they would be completing the second leg of their European tour in the UK and announced the dates at 15 different locations to happen in April '09.<ref name="ReferenceA">{{cite web|url=http://www2.deathstars.net/news.html |title=Latest News |publisher=Deathstars |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006131921/http://www2.deathstars.net/news.html |archive-date=6 October 2011 }}</ref>

On 10 March, there was news on the "attack on America". On the Deathstars official webpage, it was announced that they had signed with Bieler Bros Records. On 19 May, ''Night Electric Night'' was slated to be released in the US with accompanying tour dates to follow. Deathstars have yet to announce any tour plans in North America in support of ''Night Electric Night''.<ref name="ReferenceA" />

Throughout 2010, Deathstars continued touring Europe to support ''Night Electric Night'', and in late May 2010 Deathstars played four shows in South America. Later the band would re-release ''Night Electric Night'' as a two CD and DVD set, with the second CD containing remixes and two unreleased songs.

On 25 August 2011, [[Rammstein]]'s official website announced that Deathstars would play as supporting act on their "Made in Germany 2011–2012 European Tour".<ref>{{cite web|last=Rammstein|title=Tour support 2011|url=http://www.rammstein.de/en/news/tour-support-2011/|website=Rammstein.de}}</ref>

On 24 October 2011 via their official Facebook page, Deathstars announced Oscar Leander, AKA Vice, as their new drummer following the departure of Bone W. Machine. They also announced that the video for the new single "Metal" would premier on 4 November 2011.<ref>{{cite web|author=Deathstars|title=Wall Photos|website=[[Facebook]]|url=https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150361280759645&set=a.325951499644.149658.10945059644&type=1&theater}}</ref>

In 2012, Skinny Kangur and Cat Casino toured with the American [[glam metal]] band [[Vain (band)|Vain]].

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=== ''The Perfect Cult'' and lineup change (2013–2017) ===
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The band announced on their official website that recording for the next album will begin in July 2013.<ref name="uberrock2013">{{cite web|title=Guitarist Cat Casino leaves DEATHSTARS – band to continue as four piece|url=http://www.uberrock.co.uk/news-updates/94-april-news-updates/7991-guitarist-cat-casino-leaves-deathstars-band-to-continue-as-four-piece.html|website=Uberrock.co.uk|access-date=7 April 2019|date=25 April 2013}}</ref> Deathstars have also parted ways with guitarist Cat Casino, who wanted to "focus on other things in life but death."<ref name="uberrock2013" /> The band stated that they will continue as a four-piece for now<ref>{{cite web|last=Deathstars|title= New Album $ Lineup|url=http://www.deathstars.net/?nyheter=new-album-line-up|website=Deathstars.net}}</ref> and Skinny Disco said they will not look for a replacement because it is "hard to replace Cat on a personal level", but that they also remain close friends.<ref name="uberrock2013" />

The upcoming release has been recorded in several studios: drums, guitars and bass were recorded in Bohus Sound Recording, [[Kungälv]], [[Sweden]], vocals in Gig Studios in [[Stockholm]], Sweden and keyboards, orchestration and editing was done in Black Syndicate, Stockholm.<ref name="ds.net">{{cite web|url=https://www.deathstars.net/album/the-perfect-cult/|title=THE PERFECT CULT|website=deathstars.net|date=2014|accessdate=30 October 2021}}</ref> While the mixing, as usual, was handled by legendary Stefan Glaumann ([[Rammstein]], [[Within Temptation]]), guitarist/keyboardist Nightmare acted as record producer as he has done on previous records. For the drum, guitar and bass production, Nightmare worked together with Roberto Laghi ([[Entombed (band)|Entombed]], [[In Flames]]) at Bohus Sound Recording. The album was mastered by Svante Forsbäck ([[Volbeat]], [[Rammstein]]) at Chartmakers, Helsinki, Finland.<ref name="ds.net" />

Lyrically, vocalist Whiplasher states that "all the tracks are about our lives. Each song is a reflection on a situation or a topic that deals with our experiences, usually from a jet black perspective. With visions inspired by amoral excessive lives, human fears and decay, the songs will be nothing less than a dark playground set between straight forward tracks, atmospheric anthems and the unwashed loins of lawless rock."<ref name="ds.net" />

Announced on the band's official website on 11 March 2014 the 4th studio album is entitled ''[[The Perfect Cult]]''. The band released an album trailer on YouTube where it was revealed that the new album will be released on 13 June 2014 in Europe, 16 June in the UK, and 24 June in the United States through Nuclear Blast Records.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKM_WBi3pk8|title = DEATHSTARS -- the Perfect Cult: Episode 1 (OFFICIAL TRAILER)|website = [[YouTube]]}}</ref> This will be followed by a European tour that would span from late September through to early November{{Citation needed|date=January 2015}}.


On 29 October 2007, Deathstars entered Metrosonic Recording Studios in [[New York City]] to begin the recording of their third studio album.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2007-11-20 |title=DEATHSTARS Hard At Work On New Album |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-hard-at-work-on-new-album/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The mixing was set for January 2008 with the album scheduled for release during Spring 2008. Producer and guitarist Nightmare Industries wrote the song "Via the End" for the album about the suicide of his brother, [[Jon Nödtveidt]]. Initially titled ''Deathglam'', the album was later renamed to ''[[Night Electric Night]]''.<ref name="DeathstarsLucemFero" /><ref>{{cite web |author=Platt, Hugh |date=3 December 2008 |title=Interview: Deathstars – "2008 was my worst year ever." |url=http://www.thrashhits.com/2008/12/interview-deathstars-2008-was-my-worst-year-ever/#more-1075 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090123174952/http://www.thrashhits.com/2008/12/interview-deathstars-2008-was-my-worst-year-ever/#more-1075 |archive-date=23 January 2009 |access-date=4 December 2008 |publisher=Thrash Hits}}</ref> On 7 November 2008, Deathstars announced that their third studio album would be released on 30 January 2009, along with the track listing and the first single, "Death Dies Hard". The following day, the artwork for the standard edition cover was revealed.
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=== Departure of Vice, reuniting with Cat, and Everything Destroys You (2017–present) ===
[[File:(sziget festival 2009 - day 3) deathstars - 3868983396.jpg|left|thumb|Guitarist Cat Casino and bassist Skinny Disco performing in 2009]]
Deathstars announced on 21 June 2017 that longtime drummer, Oscar "Vice" Leander, would be leaving the band after 9 years playing with Deathstars and 6 years as an official member. Vice toured with the band for their July 2017 shows in Mexico before making his leave official and joined [[Tribulation (band)|Tribulation]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Deathstars and drummer Oscar "Vice" Leander have decided to split ways|url=http://www.deathstars.net/deathstars-and-drummer-oscar-vice-leander-have-decided-to-split-ways/|website=DEATHSTARS|access-date=7 April 2019}}</ref>
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Following the release of ''Night Electric Night'', the band toured Europe in support of the album throughout 2009 and 2010, in addition to four shows in South America in May 2010.<ref name="ReferenceA">{{cite web|url=http://www2.deathstars.net/news.html |title=Latest News |publisher=Deathstars |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006131921/http://www2.deathstars.net/news.html |archive-date=6 October 2011 }}</ref> In early 2011, Skinny Kangur and Cat Casino toured with the American [[glam metal]] band [[Vain (band)|Vain]].


On 25 August 2011, it was announced that Deathstars would support [[Rammstein]] on the first European leg of their [[Made in Germany 1995–2011 (tour)|Made in Germany 1995–2011 tour]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=BraveWords |title=DEATHSTARS Confirmed To Support RAMMSTEIN On Upcoming European Tour, New Single Slated For October |url=https://bravewords.com/news/deathstars-confirmed-to-support-rammstein-on-upcoming-european-tour-new-single-slated-for-october |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=bravewords.com |language=en}}</ref> In October 2011, Deathstars announced Oscar Leander ("Vice) as their new drummer following the departure of Bone W. Machine.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2011-10-21 |title=DEATHSTARS Announces New Drummer |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-announces-new-drummer/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The band returned to support Rammstein for their second European leg in early 2012.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2012-01-27 |title=DEATHSTARS To Support RAMMSTEIN Again |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-to-support-rammstein-again/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
The tour, however, was later postponed. The band also confirmed that they were working on a new album to be released "as soon as possible".<ref>{{cite web|title=Mexico shows 2017 – Postponed|url=http://www.deathstars.net/mexico-shows-2017-postponed/|website=Deathstars.net|access-date=7 April 2019}}</ref>


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=== ''The Perfect Cult'' and lineup change (2013–2016) ===
The band performed a string of festivals across the summer of 2019, including [[Graspop Metal Meeting]], [[Wacken Open Air]], and [[M'era Luna Festival]].
In April 2013, Deathstars announced on their official website that the recording of their next album would begin in July, and that guitarist Cat Casino had left the band, citing a wish to "focus on other things."<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2013-04-25 |title=DEATHSTARS Announces New Album, Lineup Changes |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-announces-new-album-lineup-changes/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The band stated that they would not look for a replacement for the guitarist and that they remain close friends.<ref name=":2" /> Deathstars fourth studio album was recorded in several studios around Sweden, including Bohus Sound Recording in [[Kungälv]], and Gig Studios and Black Syndicate in [[Stockholm]].<ref name="ds.net">{{cite web|url=https://www.deathstars.net/album/the-perfect-cult/|title=THE PERFECT CULT|website=deathstars.net|date=2014|accessdate=30 October 2021}}</ref> The album was mixed and mastered by frequent Rammstein-collaborators Stefan Glaumann and Svante Forsbäck respectively.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Blabbermouth |date=2014-05-26 |title=DEATHSTARS: First 'The Perfect Cult' Track-By-Track Breakdown Video |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/deathstars-first-the-perfect-cult-track-by-track-breakdown-video/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> In June 2014, the album ''[[The Perfect Cult]]'' was released through Nuclear Blast.<ref name=":3" /> In 2015, the band members took a break from Deathstars.<ref>{{Cite web |title=DEATHSTARS » DEATHSTARS reunites with guitarist Cat Casino and are currently in the studio |url=https://www.deathstars.net/deathstars-reunites-with-guitarist-cat-casino-and-are-currently-in-the-studio/ |access-date=2024-05-09}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=CrypticRock |date=2023-07-19 |title=Interview – Nightmare Industries of Deathstars |url=https://crypticrock.com/interview-nightmare-industries-of-deathstars/ |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=Cryptic Rock |language=en-US}}</ref>


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=== Departure of Vice, reuniting with Cat Casino, and ''Everything Destroys You'' (2017–present) ===
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The band announced that Cat Casino reunited with Deathstars whilst confirming that they are in the studio working on their 5th album, that was originally due for release in late 2020. However, this did not happen due to unforeseen circumstances and relations to the Coronavirus pandemic. In January 2023, it was eventually officially announced that their fifth studio album, titled ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'', would be released on 5 May 2023, marking their longest ever gap between studio albums with it being their first new release in nine years since 2014’s ''The Perfect Cult''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://bravewords.com/news/deathstars-announce-everything-destroys-you-album-this-is-video-streaming|title=DEATHSTARS Announce Everything Destroys You Album; "This Is" Video Streaming|magazine=[[Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles]]|access-date=January 26, 2023|date=January 25, 2023}}</ref>
Deathstars announced on 21 June 2017 that longtime drummer Vice would be leaving the band and joining fellow Swedish band [[Tribulation (band)|Tribulation]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=BraveWords |title=DEATHSTARS Part Ways With Drummer OSCAR "VICE" LEANDER |url=https://bravewords.com/news/deathstars-part-ways-with-drummer-oscar-vice-leander |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=bravewords.com |language=en}}</ref> The band later confirmed that they were in the process of writing new material.<ref>{{cite web|title=Mexico shows 2017 – Postponed|url=http://www.deathstars.net/mexico-shows-2017-postponed/|website=Deathstars.net|access-date=7 April 2019}}</ref> In 2019, new drummer Nitro joined the band and Deathstars performed a string of festivals across the summer of that year, including [[Graspop Metal Meeting]], [[Wacken Open Air]], and [[M'era Luna Festival]].


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In June 2019, the band announced that Cat Casino had rejoined the band and that they had entered the studio to record their fifth album.<ref name=":0" /> Following several delays, the album ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'' was released on 5 May 2023, marking the band's longest gap between studio albums with it being their first new release in nine years since 2014’s ''The Perfect Cult''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=DEATHSTARS - European tour cancelled! |url=https://www.nuclearblast.com/blogs/news/deathstars-european-tour-cancelled-31890 |access-date=2024-05-09 |website=Nuclear Blast |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://bravewords.com/news/deathstars-announce-everything-destroys-you-album-this-is-video-streaming|title=DEATHSTARS Announce Everything Destroys You Album; "This Is" Video Streaming|magazine=[[Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles]]|access-date=January 26, 2023|date=January 25, 2023}}</ref>
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== Acclaim ==
In 2007, ''[[Metal Hammer Magazine]]'' presented Deathstars with the Best Newcomers Award at the [[Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards|Golden Gods Awards]]. The same year the band also won the "Champions Belt" at the Get In The Ring Contest at the [[Hammersmith Apollo]] in [[London]].<ref name="www2.deathstars.net" /> On the "Lords of Metal" review website, Deathstar's album ''[[Night Electric Night]]'' was given a rating of 84%.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.lordsofmetal.nl/showreview.php?id=13080&lang=en |title=Deathstars – Night Electric Night &#124; Review &#124; Lords Of Metal metal E-zine – issue 88 |publisher=Lordsofmetal.nl |access-date=23 October 2011}}</ref>


== Band members ==
== Band members ==
'''Current members'''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deathstars.co.uk/members/ |title=UK Fan Club &#124; Whiplasher, Nightmare Industries, Skinny, Bone W Machine, Cat |publisher=Deathstars.co.uk |date=24 May 1988 |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002041456/http://www.deathstars.co.uk/members/ |archive-date=2 October 2011}}</ref>
'''Current members'''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.deathstars.co.uk/members/ |title=UK Fan Club &#124; Whiplasher, Nightmare Industries, Skinny, Bone W Machine, Cat |publisher=Deathstars.co.uk |date=24 May 1988 |access-date=23 October 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002041456/http://www.deathstars.co.uk/members/ |archive-date=2 October 2011}}</ref>
* Emil "Nightmare Industries" Nödtveidt – guitar, keyboards (2000–present), bass (2000–2003)
* Emil "Nightmare Industries" Nödtveidt – lead guitar, keyboards (2000–present), bass (2000–2003)
* Andreas "Whiplasher Bernadotte" Bergh – lead vocals (2000–present)
* Andreas "Whiplasher Bernadotte" Bergh – lead vocals (2000–present)
* Jonas "Skinny Disco" Kangur – bass guitar, backing vocals (2003–present)
* Jonas "Skinny Disco" Kangur – bass, backing vocals (2003–present)
* Eric "Cat Casino" Bäckman – guitar (2006–2013, 2019–present)
* Eric "Cat Casino" Bäckman – rhythm guitar (2006–2013, 2019–present)
* Marcus "Nitro" Johansson – drums (2019–present)
* Marcus "Nitro" Johansson – drums (2019–present)


'''Former members'''
'''Former members'''
* Erik "Beast X Electric" Halvorsen – guitar (2000–2005)
* Erik "Beast X Electric" Halvorsen – rhythm guitar (2000–2005)
* [[Ole Öhman|Ole "Bone W. Machine" Öhman]] – drums (2000–2011)
* [[Ole Öhman|Ole "Bone W. Machine" Öhman]] – drums (2000–2011)
* Oscar "Vice" Leander – drums (2011–2017)
* Oscar "Vice" Leander – drums (2011–2017)
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== Discography ==
== Discography ==
'''Albums'''
'''Studio albums'''
* ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' (2002)
* ''[[Synthetic Generation]]'' (2002)
* ''[[Termination Bliss]]'' (2006)
* ''[[Termination Bliss]]'' (2006)
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* ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'' (2023)
* ''[[Everything Destroys You]]'' (2023)


'''Compilations'''
'''Compilation albums'''
* ''[[Decade of Debauchery]]'' (2010)
* ''[[Decade of Debauchery]]'' (2010)
* ''[[The Greatest Hits on Earth]]'' (2011)
* ''[[The Greatest Hits on Earth]]'' (2011)
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* "Midnight Party" (2023)
* "Midnight Party" (2023)
* "Everything Destroys You" (2023)
* "Everything Destroys You" (2023)

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== Awards ==
[[Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards|'''''Metal Hammer'' Golden Gods Awards''']]
{| class="wikitable"
!Year
!Category
!Result
|-
| rowspan="1" |2007
|Best Newcomer
| {{Win}}
|}


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
{{cc}}
* {{Official website|http://www.deathstars.net}}
* {{Official website|http://www.deathstars.net}}
*{{allmusic}}


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Deathstars
Deathstars performing in 2006
Deathstars performing in 2006
Background information
OriginStrömstad, Sweden
Genres
Years active2000–present
Labels
Members
  • Nightmare Industries
  • Whiplasher Bernadotte
  • Skinny Disco
  • Cat Casino
  • Nitro
Past members
Websitedeathstars.net

Deathstars is a Swedish industrial metal band from Strömstad. Formed in 2000, the group are noted for their dark horror-themed lyrics, pessimistic and misanthropic social commentary, distinctive trademark face paint, dark stage uniforms and physical appearances that correspond to gothic fashion. They have released five full-length studio albums; Synthetic Generation (2002), Termination Bliss (2006), Night Electric Night (2009), The Perfect Cult (2014), and Everything Destroys You (2023).

The band's current lineup consists of lead guitarist Nightmare Industries, lead vocalist Whiplasher Bernadotte, bassist Skinny Disco, rhythm guitarist Cat Casino and drummer Nitro.

History

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Formation and Synthetic Generation (2000–2003)

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The band's logo

Deathstars was formed in 2000 by childhood friends in Strömstad. The members consider Deathstars to be a metamorphosed version of the black metal act Swordmaster. Deathstars' first line-up consisted of vocalist and frontman Andreas Bergh ("Whiplasher Bernadotte"), guitarists Emil Nödtveidt ("Nightmare Industries") and saw Erik Halvorsen ("Beast X Electric"), and drummer Ole Öhman ("Bone W.a Machine"). According to Nightmare Industries in an interview, the name "Deathstars" itself was never intended to be a reference to the Death Star in Star Wars, but was in fact supposed to be an amalgamation of "Death Metal" and "Stars."[3]

The band's debut album, Synthetic Generation, was first released in Sweden in March 2002 and released in Europe by German Nuclear Blast label the following year. In October of that same year, live bassist Jonas Kangur ("Skinny Disco") became an official member.

Termination Bliss, new lineup (2004–2006)

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The band's plans to start recording their sophomore album in June 2004 were delayed as the members had over $15,000 worth of gear stolen from their tour bus while returning home from an appearance at the Wave Gotik Treffen festival in Germany.[4] Later that year, the band opened for Dissection at their Stockholm Lilla Arenan show in late October.[5]

Singer Whiplasher Bernadotte live with the band in 2009

In early 2005, Deathstars started recording their new album at the band's own Black Syndicate Studios. The band parted ways with guitarist Beast X Electric in August, citing a "lack of enthusiasm".[6] In January 2006, Deathstars released their second album, Termination Bliss. The band supported Cradle of Filth on their 2006 tour through Europe. That same year, Nightmare Industries and bassist Skinny Disco contributed to the production of the Dissection album Reinkaos. In 2006, guitarist Eric Bäckman ("Cat Casino") joined the band.[7]

Night Electric Night (2007–2012)

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In September 2007, Deathstars announced that they would support Korn for their European tour throughout January and February 2008.[8] It was later announced that drummer Bone W. Machine would not partake in the tour for personal reasons.[9] Singer Whiplasher Bernadotte attributed this to the fact that the drummer "had to take care of his family back home."[9] Fellow Swede Adrian Erlandsson, formerly of At the Gates and Cradle of Filth, filled in on the drumming duties for the tour.[10] The band headlined several shows between the dates they performed with Korn.

On 29 October 2007, Deathstars entered Metrosonic Recording Studios in New York City to begin the recording of their third studio album.[11] The mixing was set for January 2008 with the album scheduled for release during Spring 2008. Producer and guitarist Nightmare Industries wrote the song "Via the End" for the album about the suicide of his brother, Jon Nödtveidt. Initially titled Deathglam, the album was later renamed to Night Electric Night.[10][12] On 7 November 2008, Deathstars announced that their third studio album would be released on 30 January 2009, along with the track listing and the first single, "Death Dies Hard". The following day, the artwork for the standard edition cover was revealed.

Guitarist Cat Casino and bassist Skinny Disco performing in 2009

Following the release of Night Electric Night, the band toured Europe in support of the album throughout 2009 and 2010, in addition to four shows in South America in May 2010.[13] In early 2011, Skinny Kangur and Cat Casino toured with the American glam metal band Vain.

On 25 August 2011, it was announced that Deathstars would support Rammstein on the first European leg of their Made in Germany 1995–2011 tour.[14] In October 2011, Deathstars announced Oscar Leander ("Vice) as their new drummer following the departure of Bone W. Machine.[15] The band returned to support Rammstein for their second European leg in early 2012.[16]

The Perfect Cult and lineup change (2013–2016)

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In April 2013, Deathstars announced on their official website that the recording of their next album would begin in July, and that guitarist Cat Casino had left the band, citing a wish to "focus on other things."[17] The band stated that they would not look for a replacement for the guitarist and that they remain close friends.[17] Deathstars fourth studio album was recorded in several studios around Sweden, including Bohus Sound Recording in Kungälv, and Gig Studios and Black Syndicate in Stockholm.[18] The album was mixed and mastered by frequent Rammstein-collaborators Stefan Glaumann and Svante Forsbäck respectively.[19] In June 2014, the album The Perfect Cult was released through Nuclear Blast.[19] In 2015, the band members took a break from Deathstars.[20][21]

Departure of Vice, reuniting with Cat Casino, and Everything Destroys You (2017–present)

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Deathstars announced on 21 June 2017 that longtime drummer Vice would be leaving the band and joining fellow Swedish band Tribulation.[22] The band later confirmed that they were in the process of writing new material.[23] In 2019, new drummer Nitro joined the band and Deathstars performed a string of festivals across the summer of that year, including Graspop Metal Meeting, Wacken Open Air, and M'era Luna Festival.

In June 2019, the band announced that Cat Casino had rejoined the band and that they had entered the studio to record their fifth album.[7] Following several delays, the album Everything Destroys You was released on 5 May 2023, marking the band's longest gap between studio albums with it being their first new release in nine years since 2014’s The Perfect Cult.[24][25]

Band members

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Current members[26]

  • Emil "Nightmare Industries" Nödtveidt – lead guitar, keyboards (2000–present), bass (2000–2003)
  • Andreas "Whiplasher Bernadotte" Bergh – lead vocals (2000–present)
  • Jonas "Skinny Disco" Kangur – bass, backing vocals (2003–present)
  • Eric "Cat Casino" Bäckman – rhythm guitar (2006–2013, 2019–present)
  • Marcus "Nitro" Johansson – drums (2019–present)

Former members

  • Erik "Beast X Electric" Halvorsen – rhythm guitar (2000–2005)
  • Ole "Bone W. Machine" Öhman – drums (2000–2011)
  • Oscar "Vice" Leander – drums (2011–2017)
Timeline

Discography

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Studio albums

Compilation albums

Videography

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  • "Synthetic Generation" (2000)
  • "Syndrome" (2002)
  • "Cyanide" (2005)
  • "Blitzkrieg" (2006)
  • "Virtue to Vice" (2007)
  • "Death Dies Hard" (2009)
  • "Metal" (2011)
  • "All the Devil's Toys" (2014)
  • "This Is" (2023)
  • "Midnight Party" (2023)
  • "Everything Destroys You" (2023)

Awards

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Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards

Year Category Result
2007 Best Newcomer Won

References

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  2. ^ Birchmeier, Jason. "Deathstars". Allmusic. Retrieved 7 November 2015.
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  5. ^ Blabbermouth (14 June 2004). "DEATHSTARS To Support DISSECTION In Stockholm". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  6. ^ BraveWords. "DEATHSTARS Part Ways With Guitarist". bravewords.com. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  7. ^ a b Blabbermouth (18 June 2019). "DEATHSTARS Begins Recording Fifth Album, Reunites With Guitarist CAT CASINO". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  8. ^ "Deathstars to support Korn in Europe". Blabbermouth. 28 September 2007.
  9. ^ a b Blabbermouth (4 February 2008). "DEATHSTARS Members Talk About Touring With KORN, Upcoming Album". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  10. ^ a b Morgan, Anthony (January 2008). ""Death in Vogue" – Third full length Deathglam examines the darker aspects of Deathstars mainman "Whiplasher Bernadotte"". Lucem Fero. Archived from the original on 27 April 2009. Retrieved 17 March 2008.
  11. ^ Blabbermouth (20 November 2007). "DEATHSTARS Hard At Work On New Album". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  12. ^ Platt, Hugh (3 December 2008). "Interview: Deathstars – "2008 was my worst year ever."". Thrash Hits. Archived from the original on 23 January 2009. Retrieved 4 December 2008.
  13. ^ "Latest News". Deathstars. Archived from the original on 6 October 2011. Retrieved 23 October 2011.
  14. ^ BraveWords. "DEATHSTARS Confirmed To Support RAMMSTEIN On Upcoming European Tour, New Single Slated For October". bravewords.com. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  15. ^ Blabbermouth (21 October 2011). "DEATHSTARS Announces New Drummer". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  16. ^ Blabbermouth (27 January 2012). "DEATHSTARS To Support RAMMSTEIN Again". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  17. ^ a b Blabbermouth (25 April 2013). "DEATHSTARS Announces New Album, Lineup Changes". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  18. ^ "THE PERFECT CULT". deathstars.net. 2014. Retrieved 30 October 2021.
  19. ^ a b Blabbermouth (26 May 2014). "DEATHSTARS: First 'The Perfect Cult' Track-By-Track Breakdown Video". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  20. ^ "DEATHSTARS » DEATHSTARS reunites with guitarist Cat Casino and are currently in the studio". Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  21. ^ CrypticRock (19 July 2023). "Interview – Nightmare Industries of Deathstars". Cryptic Rock. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  22. ^ BraveWords. "DEATHSTARS Part Ways With Drummer OSCAR "VICE" LEANDER". bravewords.com. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  23. ^ "Mexico shows 2017 – Postponed". Deathstars.net. Retrieved 7 April 2019.
  24. ^ "DEATHSTARS - European tour cancelled!". Nuclear Blast. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
  25. ^ "DEATHSTARS Announce Everything Destroys You Album; "This Is" Video Streaming". Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. 25 January 2023. Retrieved 26 January 2023.
  26. ^ "UK Fan Club | Whiplasher, Nightmare Industries, Skinny, Bone W Machine, Cat". Deathstars.co.uk. 24 May 1988. Archived from the original on 2 October 2011. Retrieved 23 October 2011.
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