Sharlee D'Angelo

Swedish bass player and songwriter

Sharlee D'Angelo - Swedish bass player and songwriter
Born

April 27th, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Sweden

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A bass player and songwriter from Sweden, contributed to several prominent heavy metal bands. Performed with Arch Enemy, a well-known melodic death metal band, and participated in their albums such as 'Burning Bridges' and 'Wages of Sin'. Worked with other bands including Witchery and Spiritual Beggars, showcasing talent in the heavy metal genre.

Played bass for Arch Enemy on multiple albums

Worked with Witchery and Spiritual Beggars

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