Joachim Rygg is a Norwegian musician. He is also known by his stage name Charmand Grimloch, and was the sole musical force in the symphonic black metal project Tartaros.[1] He has since moved to the United States and composes music for films.
Joachim Rygg | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Charmand Grimloch |
| Origin | Norway |
| Genres | Symphonic black metal |
Background edit
Rygg was originally a session musician for fellow Norwegian symphonic black metal band Emperor.[2]
Rygg moved to the United States and has composed music for the soundtracks to films and television series, including Center Stage 2, American Pie: The Naked Mile and Save the Last Dance 2.[2]
Rygg is now active in the songwriting community, with credits on Elephante's hit "Dynasty".
Discography edit
- as Tartaros
- The Heritage from the Past (1994; EP)
- The Grand Psychotic Castle (1997; EP)
- The Red Jewel (1999)
- with Emperor
- Emperial Live Ceremony (2000; CD, CS, LP, VHS, DVD)
References edit
- ^ Snow, Drew (7 June 1997). "CoC : Tartaros – The Grand Psychotic Castle : Review". Chronicles of Chaos. Retrieved 15 December 2014.
- ^ a b D., Chris (4 January 2014). "What Happened to Charmand Grimloch? | Decibel Magazine". Decibel. Retrieved 15 December 2014.
External links edit
- Charmand Grimloch discography at Discogs
- Tartaros at AllMusic