Mikko Lindström
Finnish guitarist, member of HIM
Born
August 12th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Finland
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Born in 1976, played as the lead guitarist for the rock band HIM, which formed in 1991. The band gained significant popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in Europe and North America, known for their gothic rock sound and passionate fanbase. The group released multiple successful albums, with their 2003 work 'Love Metal' achieving critical and commercial success. Lindström contributed to the band's distinctive style, blending heavy metal and goth influences. HIM disbanded in 2017, capping an influential career in the rock music scene.
Lead guitarist for the band HIM
Contributed to the album 'Love Metal'
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