Honoring Tomas Lindberg's Legacy and Supporting Cancer Research
On September 16, Tomas “Tompa” Lindberg, the vocalist of At the Gates, passed away due to complications related to cancer. He was 52 years old.
His influence, especially during his time with At the Gates in the 1990s, has left an permanent mark on metal, most notably in melodic death metal and metalcore.
His legacy is not only recognized for its intensity but also for its artistry and depth in lyrical content. Lindberg was consistently ranked among the greatest metal frontmen and remained active, influencing metal music until his passing.
I have compiled a list of credible cancer research centers. Consider donating a portion of the money you can miss.
Thank you for the music Tomas, “go!”
| Country | Charity |
|---|---|
| USA | St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital |
| Netherlands | KWF Dutch Cancer Society |
| UK | Cancer Research UK |
| Germany | DKFZ |
| France | Ligue contre le cancer |
| Italy | AIRC (Italian Assoc. for Cancer Research) |
| Spain | AECC (Spanish Cancer Association) |
| Sweden | Cancerfonden |
| Belgium | Fondation contre le Cancer |
| Switzerland | Swiss Cancer League |
| Austria | Austrian Cancer Aid Society |
| Norway | Norwegian Cancer Society |
| Denmark | Danish Cancer Society |