Helmuth Lehner (born 7 December 1968) is an Austrian musician, best known as the vocalist and guitarist of the black/death metal band

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. Prior to Belphegor, he was in the heavy metal band Speed Limit, where he was known as Hel Lennart.

Equipment

Lehner is an avid user of

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. He has been seen using the RR24 and the DKMG.

Health

In 2011, Lehner contracted

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during their South American tour, which he believed he acquired the virus after accidentally drinking contaminated water from the sink. He eventually survived the infection and was able to recover after six weeks of rehabilitation. He stated that the event had inspired him in writing the album ''

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''.

Discography

* Speed Limit - ''Prophecy'' (EP, 1988, Breakin' Records)

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Lehner, Helmuth 1968 births Living people English-language singers from Austria Austrian atheists People from Korneuburg Musicians from Lower Austria Black metal musicians Lead guitarists Austrian male musicians