Singer Tomas Lindberg of Swedish metal band At The Gates Passes Away at 52 Years Old

Swedish death metal pioneer Tomas Lindberg, lead vocalist for influential band At The Gates, passes away at the age of 52, as reported by SVT.

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2025 September 19 . 6:45 AM

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Vocalist of At The Gates, Tomas Lindberg, Reportedly Passes Away at 52 Years

Singer Tomas Lindberg of Swedish metal band At The Gates Passes Away at 52 Years Old

In a shocking turn of events, Tomas Lindberg, the iconic vocalist of the influential Swedish death metal band At The Gates, has passed away at the age of 52. The news was confirmed by Lindberg's family to Swedish news outlet SVT Nyheter on Monday.

Lindberg had already finished recording vocals for the band's new record before his passing. This upcoming album will be a posthumous release for the legendary musician.

The band shared a personal message written by Lindberg that dated back to March 2025, providing context for their silence over the past year and giving an update on Lindberg's health. Last month, Lindberg revealed he was battling adenoid cystic carcinoma, an aggressive form of cancer in the mouth. The message confirmed that Lindberg passed away due to complications related to his ongoing cancer treatment.

At The Gates, known for their signature battering riffs and Lindberg's screeching vocals, pioneered the melodic death metal sub-genre that became widespread throughout the 1990s. Their 1995 album, Slaughter of the Soul, is constantly hailed as one of the defining extreme metal albums and one of the most influential metal albums of the last 30 years.

The band's recent silence and the news of Lindberg's health were first revealed by the band in August. There is no information available about anyone taking over the role of lead singer from Lindberg in At The Gates. The band recently completed an album with his vocals before he passed away.

At The Gates described Lindberg as an inspiration, a true friend, and remembered him for his generosity and creative spirit. The exact cause of Lindberg's death was not disclosed in the news article. The update on this story did not provide information about any upcoming plans or changes for At The Gates, beyond the posthumous release of their new LP.

The news article did not mention any memorial services or tributes planned for Lindberg. The band's albums Slaughter of the Soul and At War with Reality were not specified to have any connection with Lindberg's health or passing.

Lindberg's impact on the extreme metal genre will undoubtedly be felt for years to come. His unique vocals and the band's groundbreaking music have left an indelible mark on the genre. Rest in peace, Tomas Lindberg.