There are numerous bands by the name of Avatar.

1. Swedish metal band
2. Hungarian hard rock band
3. Belgian black metal band
4. The initial name of Savatage, changed in 1983.

1. The Swedish metal band, Avatar was formed in Gothenburg in 2001 by drummer John Alfredsson and vocalist Christian Rimmi as Lost Soul. After several changes in the line-up, Avatar now consists of John Alfredsson (drums), Johannes Eckerström (vocals), Tim Öhrström (guitar), Jonas Jarlsby (guitar) and Henrik Sandelin (bass). Read more on Last.fm