Max Lilja

Cellist

Birthday October 27, 1975

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Finland

Age 49 years old

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About

Known best as one of the founding members of a symphonic metal quartet called Apocalyptica, this Finnish cellist also performed with a heavy metal band called Hevein. He recorded his debut solo album, Plays Electronica By One Cello, in 2013.

Before Fame

He began playing the cello when he was just seven years old and went on to train at the Sibelius Academy, where he was appointed first cellist in the school's orchestra.

Trivia

His albums with Apocalyptica include Plays Metallica by Four Cellos, Cult, and Inquisition Symphony.

Family Life

He grew up in Vantaa and Helsinki, Finland.

Associated With

He and fellow cellist Perttu Kivilaakso both performed with Apocalyptica.