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Martin Lopez (born in Sweden on May 20 , 1978 ) is the Drummer for the Swedish Progressive Death Metal band Opeth . Lopez was born in Sweden and later moved to Uruguay, then back to Sweden. He joined Opeth in 1998, after leaving the Viking Metal band Amon Amarth . He can be heard on the album ''Once Sent From the Golden Hall''. With Opeth, he recorded the albums '' My Arms, Your Hearse '', '' Still Life '', '' Blackwater Park '', '' Deliverance '', and '' Damnation '' as well as Opeth's last release, '' Ghost Reveries '' of 2005. His drumming on these albums showcase strong Latin influences, as well as some jazz influences. His versatility is shown when he deftly and quickly transitions from soft, melodic drumming to brutal, double pedal-powered death metal beats. One beat that can be found in many of Lopez's songs is a 6/8 Clave , played on the ride and the snare, often over double pedal or the bass drum imitating the ride. According to the factsheet on Opeth's official website, Lopez currently endorses Premier drums and sticks, and Sabian cymbals. Lopez's infrequent problems (such as a panic attack on Opeth's "Lamentations" tour) and diagnosis with Blood Poisoning are the cause of a rare disease which he has. According to a recent interview {Link without Title} at fansite The Moor (http://www.mooropeth.com/), Lopez's future with the band is uncertain. EXTERNAL LINKS
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