Gorgoroth guitarist Infernus was attacked shortly after the band's performance at the Beyond The Gates festival in Bergen, Norway. Infernus stated he was badly injured in the attack and was hospitalized for a "fairly complex operation." We wish Infernus all the best in his recovery.
"a short clarification," wrote Infernus in a statement dated August 12, but published August 14. "dear all, i hope this finds you well. especially you who were in jaromer, czech republic, last weekend. some recent circumstances made me want to give a short comment on the current situation.
"shortly after our concert here in bergen, at the beyond the gates-festival, i was attacked by some fat little insignificant. i was badly injured and inhospitalized for a fairly complex operation. my band, friends and crew went – in accordance with my will – to the brutal assault festival in jaromer friday 11th. in a splendid way: they delivered. i am very proud. love and respect!
"as for the next weeks, focus will be upon recovery, rehabilitation and repercussions. some possibilities, including a mexican minitour in october, has been terminated. the first live show from today will be with massive music at iduna, drachten, holland november 30 2023.
"infernus, bergen august 12 2023 ps: no journalists will be granted an interview. without exception."
