Esa Holopainen
Finnish Guitarist and Songwriter
Born
October 1st, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Finland
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A Finnish singer-songwriter and guitarist, contributed significantly to the metal music scene. Active since the 1990s, engaged in multiple projects, most notably as the lead guitarist for the band Amorphis. The band gained recognition for blending various genres, focusing on melodic death metal and progressive elements. Holopainen's work has included both writing and performing, with numerous albums released that highlight his guitar skills and songwriting abilities.
Served as lead guitarist for Amorphis
Contributed to albums like 'Tales from the Thousand Lakes'
Participated in various collaborations and side projects
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