Kristian Gidlund

Swedish drummer and journalist

Kristian Gidlund - Swedish drummer and journalist
Born

1983
42 years ago

Died

September 17th, 2013
11 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Sweden

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Contributed as a drummer for the band 'Shed Seven', participating in significant performances and recordings. Worked as a journalist and wrote reflective pieces on life and mortality, particularly after a cancer diagnosis. His writing explored themes of existence, loss, and the human experience, resonating with many readers. Continued to create music and literature until untimely death in 2013.

Drummer for the band 'Shed Seven'

Authored reflective writings on life and mortality

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