Dead (Per Yngve Ohlin)

Dead, whose real name was Per Yngve Ohlin, was a Swedish musician best known as the lead vocalist of the black metal band Mayhem. He was recognized for his intense and atmospheric style, influencing the extreme metal genre. His stage persona often involved morbid themes and theatrics, reflecting his fascination with death and darkness. Tragically, Dead struggled with mental health issues and died by suicide in 1991. Despite his brief life, he remains a significant figure in metal history, noted both for his musical impact and the dark, sympathetic aura surrounding his persona.