Bassist King Ov Hell (ex-Gorogorth/God Seed, etc.) has announced his departure from Abbath. That outfit are led by ex-Immortal frontman Abbath Doom Occulta and have been working on a new album. King Ov Hell (aka Tom Cato Visnes) announced his departure from the band via social media, citing a difference of opinion of the band’s upcoming lyrical matter. The below statement was issued regarding that:
“King will no longer be part of Abbath due to conflicting views on lyrical concepts of the upcoming album. The lyrics are inspired by Swiss psychiatrist, Carl Gustav Jung. King finds that Jung’s connection to Christian mysticism is incompatible with the image of the band.
“I wish members of the actual band, label, and crew all the best for the upcoming shows and album. The music itself is nothing short of brilliant. However, I must maintain artistic integrity and respectfully step aside.” –King“
