Person · Male
Jonas Mellberg
- From
- Sweden
- Since
- present
- Releases
- 0
About
Therion is a Swedish symphonic metal band founded by Christofer Johnsson in 1987. Its name, meaning "Beast" in Greek, was inspired by the Celtic Frost album To Mega Therion. Originally a death metal band, Therion adjusted its musical style by adding orchestral elements, including choirs, classical musicians, and even a full orchestra at their concert performances. As a result, they are considered pioneers of the symphonic metal genre.
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Therion takes its themes for the lyrics from different mythologies and practices, including occultism, magick, and ancient traditions and writings.
Member of
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Therion guitar, keyboard
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Also known as
Jonas Anders Mellberg
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
- 12f73e04-3dbb-456e-9aaa-dc56d37d8863
- ISNI
- 000000013175409X
- IPI
- 00224046307
Data from MusicBrainz, saved 10 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.