Blog author: Alex Stojanovic Some shocking news from the Amon Amarth camp. Longtime drummer Fredrik Andersson has quit the band after 17 years. Fredrik has played on every album, with the exception of Once Sent From The Golden Hall (1998). Currently, there's no replacement waiting in the wings, but the band are currently working on the follow-up to Deceiver Of The Gods (2013). The band posted a statement regarding Andersson's departure: "Amon Amarth and drummer Fredrik Andersson have decided to part ways after 17 years. Fredrik has been an important part of Amon Amarth’s development since he joined the band in 1998 and we wish him all the best for the future. We are currently in the process of writing the new album, but at the moment there is no replacement for him." -Amon Amarth |