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Pete Johansen

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Per Oscar "Pete" Johansen is a Norwegian violinist born 11 May 1962, recognized for his many recordings in albums by gothic metal bands, in which he is distinguished for his peculiar style.

Biography

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Johansen began playing the violin at the age of 9, and started his first tour with a country music band when he was 16 years old.

During the 1990s, he fronted a band called Modesty Blaise. The band released one album on SPM Records called "Face of the Sun."

He has worked with The Sins of Thy Beloved, Tristania,[1] Sirenia and Morgul.

He's currently the violinist for Art of Departure,

Discography

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Johansen has played with the following bands on the following albums:

References

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  1. ^ "Tristania: New Album Title, Track Listing Revealed". Blabbermouth. 13 May 2010. Archived from the original on 18 June 2010. Retrieved 4 June 2010.
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