Erik Grönwall
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About
Swedish Idol television competition series winner in 2009 who went on to have a career as a hard rock/heavy metal singer and actor. His self-titled debut album, released 10 days after winning the show, debuted at the top spot on the Swedish charts Sverigetopplistan. He became lead singer of the band H.E.A.T. and later of Skid Row.
Before Fame
His music career began by playing guitar for a local punk rock outfit. He was lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the metalband RAID until 2008.
Trivia
He starred as Simon Zealotes in NBC's live television musical production of Jesus Christ Superstar
Family Life
He was born in Knivsta, Sweden, and would take residence in Stockholm.
Associated With
He would star alongside John Legend in Jesus Christ Superstar.
