GUITARGUITAR | 7 years ago

http://gtrgtr.uk/PRS-SE-2017

Opeth Interview

We had the distinct privilege of talking to Mikael Akerfeldt and Fredrick Åkesson from Swedish Prog-metal behemoths Opeth. Both guys are phenomenal talents and we relished the opportunity to sit in the backstage dressing room of the illustrious Barrowlands Ballroom in Glasgow.

We talk about guitars, writing, touring, inspiration, plectrums and longevity in an increasingly tough business. In the end we spoke for well over half an hour as the guys had so many interesting things to tell us!

We’d like to thank Mikael and Fredrik for their time and candour as well as Steve, Opeth’s tour manager and Michelle, Opeth’s PR, for making this happen for us.