Ragnar Sverrisson

Ragnar Sverrisson

Ophidian I \ Helfró

I am Ragnar Sverrisson from Iceland!

I've been playing drums for over 20 years with various bands such as BENEATH (ICE), VALKYRJA (ICE) and SVARTIDAUaI (ICE). My main band today is the technical death metal band OPHIDIAN I (ICE). I do all songwriting and drums for my blackened death metal band HELFRa“ (ICE) as well as playing live for ABYSSAL (UK).

I have always focused on speed and technicality while trying to bring groove to the table too. I studied at FaH music school for many years before transitioning to studio and live drumming. Check out my bands to hear an example of Icelandic drumming ferocity at it´s peak!

Ragnar
Sverrisson's
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Ragnar Sverrisson's
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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    My performance on the latest Ophidian I is definitely the peak of my musicianship so far. We worked so hard and approached the drumming like a pro athlete would approach an important race! It all culminated in the play through videos available on youtube, see below!

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    My highly motivated and skilled band mates constantly fuel my drive to push myself to new limits. I am very inspired by other extreme metal drummers such as Derek Roddy, Nick Barker and Hannes Grossman.

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    Vic Firth sticks are simply the most consistent product out there. You can always count on perfect craftsmanship and they just feel so right in your grip. They are in my opinion the superior sticks on the market, bar none.

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