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| When | Description | Source |
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| Former HIM tour technician Kimmo Aroluoma describes a toxic atmosphere around the band during its touring years, saying vocalist Ville Valo could behave unpredictably and aggressively toward people around him. He describes Valo breaking stage equipment, insulting people and throwing a bottle that nearly hit an agent. Aroluoma also says drummer Mika “Kaasu” Karppinen was singled out and bullied for years, including being repeatedly insulted about his weight. Karppinen's bass drum was allegedly decorated with hamburger pictures, and Aroluoma recalls Valo shouting “vitun läski” (“fucking fat”) at him during rehearsals. Karppinen has said that he and Valo are now on good terms. | Source |
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