Apocalyptica

Apocalyptica is a Finnish symphonic metal band from Helsinki, formed in 1993. The band currently consists of three classically trained cellists: Eicca Toppinen, Paavo Lötjönen, and Perttu Kivilaakso. Originally formed as a classical-style tribute band to Metallica, Apocalyptica later developed a neoclassical metal sound that does not rely on conventional guitars and bass. The band has sold over four million albums worldwide. Studio albums Plays Metallica by Four Cellos (1996)

Influenced by: Metallica, Yngwie Malmsteen, Epica, Therion

Active:

1993-present

Scene:

Helsinki / Finnish metal

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