Martin "Axe" Axenrot
Known for Acting
Born March 5, 1979
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.
Filmography
Live at Wacken 2008
2009
as Drums
Opeth: In Live Concert At The Royal Albert Hall
2010
as Drums
Bloodbath: Summer Breeze 2018
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as Himself
Opeth: The Roundhouse Tapes
2008
Opeth: Garden Of The Titans - Live At Red Rocks Amphitheatre
2018
as Himself
Bloodbath: The Wacken Carnage
2008
as Himself (Drums)
Bloodbath - Hellfest 2023
2023
as Self - Drums
Opeth - Live in Sydney 2011
2011
as Drums
Opeth - Au Hellfest 2022
2022
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Opeth: Live at Rock am Ring 2014
2014
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Opeth: Live in Moscow, Russia 02-22-2012
2012
as Drums