Question 1

Who is the drummer for Meshuggah?

Accepted Answer

Tomas Haake has been Meshuggah's drummer since 1990 and has recorded every studio album from Contradictions Collapse (1991) through Immutable (2022).

Question 2

Was Tomas Haake Meshuggah's first drummer?

Accepted Answer

No. Meshuggah's original drummer was Niklas Lundgren, who played in the band from its 1987 formation and appeared on the 1989 self-titled EP before being replaced by Tomas Haake in 1990.

Question 3

Has Meshuggah's lineup changed much over the years?

Accepted Answer

The core lineup has been remarkably stable. Founders Jens Kidman and Fredrik Thordendal have been present since 1987; Marten Hagstrom joined in 1993; bassist Dick Lovgren became a full member in 2004, replacing longtime bassist Gustaf Hielm, who had himself replaced founding bassist Peter Nordin in 1995.

Question 4

Who played drums on Meshuggah's "Contradictions Collapse"?

Accepted Answer

Tomas Haake played drums on "Contradictions Collapse" (1991).

Question 5

Who played drums on Meshuggah's "Immutable"?

Accepted Answer

Tomas Haake played drums on "Immutable" (2022).

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