Daniel Erlandsson

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Daniel (John) Erlandsson, is the drummer in the melodic death metal band Arch Enemy.

Using his knowledge in funk and fusion and by combining it with the traditional heavy metal style of drumming, Daniel produces a unique type of style which further broadens the melodic boundaries of Arch Enemy. His style allows him to stand out amongst most of his peers in the genre. In his latest record with Arch Enemy, Doomsday Machine, Daniel goes farther with his style than on any other album he has taken part in.

His early work includes drumming on the In Flames album Subterranean. He has also played for other bands, most notably Eucharist, Liers in Wait, Diabolique, Armageddon (featuring Christopher Amott of Arch Enemy) and The End.

Daniel's older brother is Adrian Erlandsson, the former drummer of Cradle of Filth. They both grew up together in Sweden and started playing drums at a very young age. Daniel writes on the Arch Enemy website: "We grew up together and used to jam on a little kit in our parents basement, he started first and after some years I started too... He’s been a great influence over the years, and if it wasn't for him I probably wouldn’t be playing today." According to the Arch Enemy Website Daniel cites his influences (other than his brother) are Bill Cobham, Clive Burr, Vinny Appice, Dave Lombardo, Scott Travis and many more.

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Drums: Pearl

Masterworks Series Carbon Fiber

24"x18" Bass Drum x 2

8"x8" Tom

10"x8" Tom

12"x9" Tom

13"x10" Tom

16"x14" Floor Tom

18"x16" Floor Tom

Cymbals: Sabian

14” AA Metal-X Hi-Hats

17” AAXtreme China

18” AA Metal-X Crash

10” Pro Sonix Splash

15” AAXtreme China

19” AA Metal-X Crash

22” AA Metal-X Ride

18” AAXplosion Crash

13” AAX Fusion Hi-Hats

18” AA Metal-X China

Hardware: Pearl

DR-503 Drum Rack

DR-501 Front Rack

RJ-50 Mini Extension Bar

RH-2000 Hi-Hat

PCX200 Clamp x 4

PCX100 Clamp x 11

TH2000I Tom Holder x 4

S-2000 Snare Stand

CLH100 Closed Hi-hat

CH88 Cymbal Holders x 11

Eliminator Chain Drive Pedals x 2

D2000 Throne

Sticks: Vater

5B Nylon (Signature)

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