Gorgoroth guitarist Infernus has reportedly been the victim of a violent assault in Bergen, Norway, in what he describes as a politically motivated attack. While specifics of the incident remain unclear, the black metal musician initially stated that he was attacked by "some fat little insignificant" individual after Gorgoroth's performance at the Beyond The Gates festival, held from August 2nd to August 5th.
However, Infernus later revised his account, clarifying that the assault took place on a different day and was unrelated to the festival. He also suggested that these attacks are not an isolated occurrence, but rather part of an ongoing issue he faces due to the controversial political themes woven into Gorgoroth's music.
The assault left Infernus seriously injured, requiring hospitalization and surgery. As a result of his recovery, Gorgoroth has been forced to cancel their upcoming South American tour, citing the lack of a suitable replacement for their longtime guitarist.
The full statement, written by Infernus, was shared on the band’s official Facebook page.
a short clarificationdear all, i hope this finds you well. especially you who were in jaromer, czech republic, last weekend.
some recent circumstances made me want to give a short comment on the current situation.
shortly after our concert here in bergen, at the beyond the gates-festival, i was attacked by some fat little insignificant ***. i was badly injured and inhospitalized for a fairly complex operation.
my band, friends and crew went - in accordance with my will - to the brutal assault festival in jaromer friday 11th. in a splendid way: they delivered. i am very proud. love and respect!
as for the next weeks, focus will be upon recovery, rehabilitation and repercussions. some possibilities, including a mexican minitour in october, has been terminated.
the first live show from today will be with massive music at iduna, drachten, holland november 30 2023. infernus, bergen august 12 2023
ps: no journalists will be granted an interview. without exception.
Later in the day, Infernus commented on the post claiming he was "constantly harassed" by the media, perhaps in hopes to clear up any confusion, but may have ended up doing the opposite.
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