Fredrik Thordendal
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About
Sweden guitarist best known as the lead guitarist and backing vocalist for the acclaimed progressive metal act Meshuggah. He has also released solo music under the name Fredrik Thordendal's Special Defects, including 1997's Sol Niger Within.
Before Fame
He formed Meshuggah, then known as Metallien, in his hometown of Umea, Sweden in 1985.
Trivia
He was named the 35th greatest heavy metal guitarist of all time by Guitar World.
Family Life
His father was a big fan of jazz music.
Associated With
He has performed alongside fellow guitarist Marten Hagstrom in Meshuggah.
