Opeth has released a rare official performance music video for their song §1, directed by Ash Pears, amid their European tour. This marks the first song in 16 years to feature death growls from frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt. The band faced requests for a conventional lyric video but decided against it, favoring a more traditional performance style. Åkerfeldt criticized the modern reliance on the term "content" and highlighted the genuine essence of the band. The video showcases the group's dynamic stage presence, shot at an industrial location in Birmingham.
The band opted for "the old-fashioned way" of filming a performance video for their song §1 instead of the requested lyric video, emphasizing authenticity.
Mikael Åkerfeldt expressed his disdain for the term 'content', stating that they didn't want to be seen as influencers, highlighting their focus on genuine artistry.
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