The drummer for Megadeth, a Belgian band, remembered the Swedish guitarist who died at the age of 47. In the melodic death metal band Soilwork, Verbeuren and Andersson were band mates.
He was a member of the band until he died. The guitarist was a member of the band The Night Flight Orchestra. The death of Andersson was revealed to fans in a statement by soilwork.
The Megadeth drummer has a full tribute on his website.
David could have a good laugh. We were on tour with him and he cracked us up all the time. His mood was usually light hearted. He didn’t take anything too seriously and walked through life without a care.
If you’ve listened to recentSoilwork or The Night Flight Orchestra, you know David was a master of inventive riffs and melody.
The darkness that took over David’s life in recent years was hidden beneath all the silliness. I’m sad to see another former band mate leave so soon. My heart goes out to his family, friends and band mates.
On Wednesday, Soilwork said, “We are deeply sad as we learn of the passing of David Andersson.” He was the guitarist for more than a decade and had a big impact on the band.
Alcohol and mental illnesses took you away from us. He was a part of the musical legacy that we will carry on. We send our deepest sympathies to his family.
Loudwire sympathizes with the family, friends and bandmates of Andersson.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration can help if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues.
Dirk Verbeuren’s Tribute to Soilwork’s David Andersson
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