Amorphis Members, Gear & Sound
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About
Amorphis is a Finnish metal band known for their innovative fusion of multiple genres, including progressive metal, melodic death metal, and folk metal. Formed in 1990 in Helsinki, the band was initially conceived by guitarist Esa Holopainen and drummer Jan Rechberger, later joined by vocalist and guitarist Tomi Koivusaari and bassist Olli-Pekka Laine. Over the years, Amorphis has expanded their lineup with the addition of keyboardist Santeri Kallio and vocalist Tomi Joutsen, both of whom have contributed significantly to the band's evolving soundscape. Amorphis is celebrated for their ability to blend heavy riffs with melodic and folk influences, resulting in a rich, dynamic sonic experience that often draws upon traditional Finnish themes and mythologies.
How to Sound Like Amorphis
Amorphis crafts a sound that is both epic and intricate, characterized by layered textures and dynamic contrasts. Their music often combines the heavy, distorted guitar work of Holopainen, using guitars like the ESP Eclipse-I CTM Black Satin, with lush, atmospheric keyboard layers courtesy of Kallio, utilizing instruments such as the Clavia Nord Wave. This creates a sound that is at once melodic and aggressive, with soaring vocals and growls from Joutsen adding depth and drama. The band frequently employs complex time signatures and folk-inspired melodies, allowing their music to feel both grounded and expansive. To emulate their style, a combination of versatile amplifiers like the Kemper Profiler Rack and expressive synths can help capture the expansive and emotive qualities that define Amorphis's sound.
Discography
Karelian Isthmus
1992
Tales From The Thousand Lakes
1994
Elegy
1996
Tuonela
1999
Tales from the Thousand Lakes / Black Winter Day
2000
AM Universum
2001
Far from the Sun
2003
Chapters
2003
Eclipse
2006
Silent Waters
2007
Skyforger
2009
Forging the Land of Thousand Lakes (Live)
2010
Magic and Mayhem - Tales from the Early Years
2010
The Beginning of Times (Deluxe Edition)
2011
Circle (Deluxe Edition)
2013
Under the Red Cloud (Deluxe Edition)
2015
An Evening with Friends at Huvila (Live)
2017
Queen of Time (Deluxe Edition)
2018
Live at Helsinki Ice Hall
2021
Halo
2022
Queen of Time (Live at Tavastia 2021)
2023
Tales from the Thousand Lakes (Live at Tavastia)
2024
Rarities 1991 - 2001
2024
Borderland
2025
Get the Amorphis Sound
Want to sound like Amorphis? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
