Frank Watkins facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Frank Watkins
Bøddel performing with Gorgoroth in 2010
Background information
Birth name	Frank Watkins
Also known as	Bøddel
Born	(1968-02-19)February 19, 1968
Died	October 18, 2015(2015-10-18) (aged 47)
Genres	Death metal, black metal
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Bass guitar, guitar
Years active	1986-2015
Associated acts	Obituary, Gorgoroth, Hellwitch, Bad Rep, Sacrosanct

Frank Watkins (born February 19, 1968 – died October 18, 2015) was an American musician. He was famous for playing the bass guitar in a band called Obituary. This band played a type of music known as death metal.

Frank also played for a Norwegian band named Gorgoroth. They played black metal music. He joined Gorgoroth in 2007 and played with them until he passed away in 2015. When he was with Gorgoroth, people knew him by his stage name, "Bøddel."

Frank Watkins: A Musician's Journey

Frank Watkins began his musical adventure at a young age. He started playing instruments when he was just 12 years old. This early start helped him become a skilled musician.

Joining Famous Bands

In 1989, Frank joined the band Obituary. He became their bass player. The bass guitar is a string instrument that provides the deep, low sounds in music. It helps create the rhythm and feel of a song.

Later, in December 2007, Frank joined the band Gorgoroth. His first performance with Gorgoroth was at a music festival called Hole in the Sky. This happened on August 29, 2009.

Helping Other Musicians

Besides playing music, Frank Watkins also wanted to help other bands. He started his own company called Back From the Dead Productions. This company worked to guide bands in the music business. Frank wanted to help them have successful careers.

Frank's Legacy

Sadly, Frank Watkins faced a serious illness. He passed away on October 18, 2015, after a long battle with his health. He is remembered as a talented musician who contributed a lot to the world of heavy metal music.