Entombed AD made the tragic announcement that vocalist Lars-Göran Petrov has passed away.
LG was diagnosed with ‘incurable ‘bile duct cancer last year, stating that “cannot be removed ”, but that doctors were “trying to control with chemotherapy ”. Today (March 8), his bandmates posted a statement to say that the musician unfortunately died last night.
“We are devastated to announce that our dear friend Lars-Göran Petrov has left us ”, they write.
“Our brother, leader, vocalist, our Rebel Chief Angel took another walk last night. It is with the deepest sadness that we must announce that Lars-Göran Petrov has left us. He was (is !!!) an incredible friend, and a person who touched so many people. He changed so many lives with his voice, his music, his character and his unique personality. LGThe smile is something that we will carry forever in our hearts. When asked in an interview what he would have liked to have written on his grave and about his legacy, he said: “I will never die, it will never die. “And you didn’t. You will live forever in our hearts.
“TO TEAR APART LG Petrov. “
Speaking to Louder last summer, after publicly announcing his battle with cancer, LG gave “a big shout out to the Swedish health service ”.
“They are incredible, ”he said. “They had a very difficult spring and summer with the coronavirus, but whenever I arrive they are always happy, always in a good mood. They are amazing.
“But also, do your check-ups every now and then, ”he added in a message to fans. “Never know. I wouldn’t wish this shit on anyone, so take care and use common sense. “
Kerrang’s thoughts! Are with LGfamily, friends, bandmates and everyone who met him in this tragic moment.
Posted on March 8, 2021, at 10:30 am.