Ghost (32)

Heavy Metal / Rock / Pop band from Sweden formed in 2008. They are known for their own self-created mythology, their elaborate costumes, theatrical performances, and were known for keeping members anonymous. With a historic fictionalized lore, Ghost's backstory revolves around the anonymity of the musicians (listed in the release credits as "Nameless Ghouls"), and the frontman portrayed by Tobias Forge, who is 'replaced' at the end of each touring / album cycle.

Drawing influences from classic rock, classic metal and pop bands such as ABBA, Ghost differentiate themselves by merging the aforementioned genres, old and new, and satanic themes in their music giving them a unique sound.

Due to legal conflicts, the band was briefly forced to release music under the Ghost B.C. name in the United States. They absolutely refused to use the name on any merchandise or in any other manner.

Fictional members/aliases/tenures/deaths:
Papa Emeritus 0 (A.K.A. Papa Nihil) - Vocals [in 1969], Saxophone [deceased since 2020, but resurrected for live performances]
Papa Emeritus I - Vocals [until 2012, deceased since 2018]
Papa Emeritus II - Vocals [until 2015, deceased since 2018]
Papa Emeritus III - Vocals [until 2017, deceased since 2018]
Frater Imperator (formerly Cardinal Copia, until 2020 and Papa Emeritus IV until 2023) - Vocals [until 2023]
Papa V Perpetua - Vocals
Nameless Ghouls: Instruments

Current Members:
Tobias Forge - Vocals (2008-Present) (Also plays the majority of instruments on recordings)

Known current Nameless Ghouls (touring musicians):
Guitar Ghoul (White) - Per Eriksson (2)
Guitar Ghoul (Black) - Randy Moore (7)
Multi-Ghoul (aka Swiss Army Ghoul) - Guitar, Backing Vocals, Tambourine (also portrayed Papa Nihil for sax solo on "Miasma") - Justin Taylor
Drum Ghoul - Hayden Scott
Bass Ghoul - Cosmo Sylvan
Backing Vocals Guhleh - Olivia Morreale
Keyboard/Backing Vocals/Keytar Ghuleh - Laura Scarborough
Keyboard/Backing Vocals/Tambourine Ghuleh - Gabriela Gunčíková

Known former Nameless Ghouls (members and touring musicians):
Fire Ghoul (Lead Guitar) - Simon Söderberg (2010-2016)
Water Ghoul (Bass) - Gustaf Lindström (2010-2011), Rikard Ottosson (2011-2013), Linton Rubino (2014-2015), Henrik Palm (2015), Megan X Thomas (2016)
Earth Ghoul (Drums) - Aksel Holmgren (2010-2014), Martin Hjertstedt (2014-2016)
Air Ghoul (Keyboards) - Mauro Rubino (2011-2016)
Aether Ghoul (Rhythm Guitar) - Martin Persner (2010-2016), Henrik Palm (2015)
Guitar Ghoul (Black) - Chris Catalyst (2017-2022)
Backing Vocals Ghuleh - Sophie Amelkin (2022)
Keyboard/Backing Vocals/Tambourine Ghuleh - Mad Gallica (2018 - 2024)