Piotr Wiwczarek

Polish singer-songwriter and guitarist

Piotr Wiwczarek - Polish singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

October 22nd, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Poland

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A singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer associated with the heavy metal band Vader. The individual contributed significantly to the Polish metal scene and has been active since the 1980s. Released multiple acclaimed albums, showcasing expertise in guitar work and songwriting. Involved in shaping the sound of death metal in Poland and has toured extensively across Europe and beyond.

Fronted the band Vader

Released albums like 'Revelation' and 'Impressions in Blood'

Contributed to the Polish death metal genre

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