InkSpired Magazine Issue No. 44 | Page 46

SKOLD Words: By Candies Deezy Liu Photography: Sean Hartgrove Tim Sköld is a multi-faceted musician, not only in the instruments he plays, but also in the various types of genres he has performed, from glam rock to heavy metal. He has collaborated with various musical groups, in addition to producing numerous heavy hitters. With his influences of integrating industrial music into rock and metal, Sköld was ahead of his time. Shortly after producing Marilyn Manson’s single, “Tainted Love,” Sköld officially joined the band as the bassist. “Tainted Love,” arguably Manson’s biggest hit was featured in the soundtrack of Not Another Teen Movie. In 2002, Manson and Sköld produced several tracks for the movie, Resident Evil’s soundtrack. In addition to continuing to produce for Manson, he contributed largely to various elements of sound, such as guitar, synthesizer bass, backup vocals, as well as creating artwork. Sköld’s first musical project, Kingpin was a glam metal band formed in the ‘80s in Sweden, where he is originally from. It was an endeavor that set his dreams of being a touring musician on fire. With a number 1 hit in Sweden entitled, “Shout It Out,” they hit the ground running, relocating to Los Angeles. After transitioning to the U.S., Kingpin was reborn as Shotgun Messiah. In his participation and collaboration of numerous other music groups, including Motionless in White, Doctor Midnight & The Mercy Cult, and KMFDM, Sköld has contributed largely to the revolution of rock, metal, and industrial music. With experience under his studded belt and music still burning in his soul, Sköld has reinvented himself as a musician and artist. The result? SKOLD, a resurrected presence of Sköld’s past, present, and future. A whirlwind of darkness encapsulates the electronic beats of Tiffany Lowe and industrial guitar of Sköld, backed up by Eli James’ rhythmic, heavy beats. A collective of pure talent, SKOLD is back, bigger, better, and heavier than ever. www.Skold.com www.Facebook.com/SkoldOfficial IG: @Tim_Skold 44 InkSpiredMagazine.com