Garza Podcast 181 - IMMINENCE | Eddie Berg: Metalcore, Violin Riffs, Sweden & Training Martial Arts
May 19, 2025
Eddie Berg, vocalist and violinist for Swedish metalcore band IMMINENCE, blends orchestral violin with heavy riffs and self-produces string arrangements. He talks about learning violin from age five, training in taekwondo, self-funding records and touring, rig and effects for violin screams, writing process, cinematic influences and home recording.
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Private Lessons Forced A 15 Year Reset
- Eddie took 13–15 years of lessons at the music school, then private lessons with a retired orchestra leader which drastically improved his playing.
- The private teacher told him to 'forget everything' from previous instruction and fixed posture and bow technique.
Self Funding Built The Band's Momentum
- Imminence self-funded early years, putting tens of thousands into their company to record, tour, and make videos while the band earned little.
- Eddie balanced a part-time fish job after chef school and prioritized music despite financial strain.
Use Martial Arts For Discipline Not Fighting
- Train martial arts to build discipline, respect, and de‑escalation skills rather than to fight.
- Eddie used voice and calm presence to defuse confrontations, learned from years of taekwondo and Muay Thai training.