Helmuth Lehner
Helmuth Lehner[1] (born 7 December 1968) is the singer and guitarist of the black/death metal band Belphegor. Prior to Belphegor he was in the Austrian heavy metal band Speed Limit, where he was known as Hel Lennart.
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![]() Lehner performing with Belphegor in 2014 | |
Background information | |
Also known as | Hel Lennart |
Born | Korneuburg, Austria | 7 December 1968
Origin | Salzburg, Austria |
Genres | Black metal, death metal, heavy metal, thrash metal |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Instruments | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 1979–present |
Associated acts | Belphegor, Speed Limit, Betrayer |
Website | belphegor |
Equipment
Lehner is an avid user of Jackson Guitars. He has been seen using the RR24 and the DKMG.
Personal life
Illness
In 2011, Lehner contracted typhoid fever during their South American tour, which he believed he acquired the disease after accidentally drinking from an infected faucet. He eventually survived the infection and was able to recover after 6 weeks of rehabilitation. He stated that the event had inspired him in writing the album Conjuring the Dead.[2]
Airport incident in Russia
In April 2016, Lehner was spat on by an orthodox activist at an airport in Saint Peterburg, Russia.[3]
Discography
- Speed Limit - Prophecy (EP, 1988, Breakin' Records)
References
- E. M. P. "Interview: Helmuth Lehner (BELPHEGOR)". Resurrection.at (in German). Archived from the original on 27 February 2012. Retrieved 25 January 2014.
- "Exclusive: Belphegor's Helmuth Discusses His Brush With Death". MetalSucks. 21 June 2012. Retrieved 10 March 2020.
- "Belphegor Frontman Spat on by Christian Activist in Russia". Loudwire.