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Sentenced

A heavy metal band from Muhos/Oulu, Finland, active between 1989-2005. Started out as a pure death metal band, but during their first five years the band streamlined their musical approach, creating a combination of roughness, melody and rocking heavy metal with focus on strong songs rather than technical complexity. This formed the musical foundation for the rest of the their career. A special funeral tour culminated in the band's funeral gig in their home town Oulu on October 1st 2005. Final lineup: Miika Tenkula - Lead guitar (1989–2005) Sami Lopakka - Guitar (1989–2005) Vesa Ranta - Drums (1989–2005) Ville Laihiala - Vocals (1996–2005) Sami Kukkohovi - Bass (1997–2005) Former members: Lari Kylmänen - Bass (1989–1991) Taneli Jarva - Bass, vocals (1991–1996) Live session musicians: - Bass (1995–1996) Sami Kukkohovi - Bass (1996–1997) - Drums (1999) - Keyboards (2002)