Apocalyptica is a Finnish symphonic metal band from Helsinki, formed in 1993. The band is composed of classically trained cellists Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, and Perttu Kivilaakso, and jazz drummer Mikko Sirén. Originally a classical-style Metallica tribute band, the band eventually adopted a neoclassical metal style without the use of conventional guitars and bass. They have sold over four million albums to date.
| Origin | Helsinki, Finland |
| Genres | Symphonic metal, neoclassical metal, alternative metal, heavy metal |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Labels | Eleven Seven, MCA, Zen Garden, Mercury, 20-20, Jive, Sony Music, RCA |
| Members | Eicca Toppinen, Perttu Kivilaakso, Paavo Lötjönen, Mikko Sirén |
| Past members | Max Lilja, Antero Manninen |
About Apocalyptica
Classical gothic metal band comprised of classically trained cellists that started off as a Metallica classical tribute group. They had #1 singles in "Bittersweet" and "I Don't Care."
Achievement of Apocalyptica
Their song "I Don't Care" featured the former lead singer of Three Days Grace, Adam Gontier.
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Latest information about Apocalyptica updated on July 28 2021.
