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Joacim Cans
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Cans performing in 2010
Background information
Birth name Anders Joacim Cans
Born (1970-02-19) 19 February 1970 (age 55)
Mora, Sweden
Genres Power metal, heavy metal
Occupation(s) Singer, songwriter
Years active 1991–present

Joacim Cans (born February 19, 1970) is a talented Swedish singer. He is most famous as the lead singer for the power metal band HammerFall. Joacim is a very important part of HammerFall. He and the band's founder, Oscar Dronjak, are the only members who have been on every single one of the band's albums.

Joacim studied music at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California. This helped him develop his amazing singing skills.

In 2004, Joacim released his first solo album. It was called Beyond the Gates.

He also took part in a Swedish TV show called Körslaget in 2008. This show was like the American show Clash of the Choirs. Joacim led a choir team, and they won the competition on May 10, 2008!

Joacim's Music Journey

Joacim Cans has been a part of several music groups throughout his career. He is best known for his work with HammerFall, but he has also explored other musical projects.

HammerFall: A Power Metal Band

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Joacim Cans singing with HammerFall.

HammerFall is a well-known power metal band from Sweden. Joacim Cans joined the band in 1996. Since then, he has been the powerful voice behind many of their popular songs. The band is known for its strong melodies and epic themes.

Other Bands and Projects

Before and during his time with HammerFall, Joacim was also involved with other bands. These included Warlord and Mrs. Hippie. He also has his own solo project, where he releases music under his own name, Cans.

Solo Music Albums

Joacim Cans has released music as a solo artist too. His solo albums allow him to explore different musical ideas.

  • Beyond the Gates was released in 2004. This was his first album on his own.
  • Nu kan mörkret falla came out in 2013. This album reached number 20 on the music charts in Sweden.

More About Joacim

If you want to learn more about Joacim Cans and his music, you can check out these links:

  • HammerFall's official website: http://www.hammerfall.net/
  • HammerFall's official fan club: https://web.archive.org/web/20051108124125/http://www.templarsofsteel.net/
  • An interview with Joacim Cans from Metal Express Radio, 2006

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Joacim Cans para niños

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