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Martin "Axe" Axenrot

Martin "Axe" Axenrot

Birthday: 1979-03-05 | Place of Birth: Linköping, Sweden

Erik Martin "Axe" Axenrot (born 5 March 1979 in Linköping, Sweden) is a Swedish death metal drummer, best known as the former drummer for progressive metal band Opeth (2005-2021). Since 2004, he is the drummer for Bloodbath. Known for his intricate playing style, his drumming has been highly praised by Opeth members and fans, with Mikael Åkerfeldt calling him "a joy to play with." Axenrot has also been jokingly referred to as The Lord of the Rings character Legolas by band members and fans.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2023
Bloodbath - Hellfest 2023

as    Self - Drums

2011
Opeth - Live in Sydney 2011

as    Drums

2008
Bloodbath: The Wacken Carnage

as    Himself (Drums)

1
Bloodbath: Summer Breeze 2018

as    Himself