Robert Dahlqvist facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Robert Dahlqvist
Robert Dahlqvist performing with the Hellacopters, 2008.
Background information
Birth name	Jens Robert Dahlqvist
Also known as	Strängen, Strings
Born	(1976-04-16)16 April 1976 Visby, Sweden
Died	1 February 2017(2017-02-01) (aged 40) Bagarmossen, Sweden
Genres	Rock
Occupation(s)	Musician, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, bass
Labels	Psychout Records, Razzia Records, White Jazz Records, BMG, Sweet Nothing Records, National, Universal Music, Wild Kingdom
Associated acts	The Hellacopters, Thunder Express/Dundertåget, Stefan Sundström, Diamond Dogs, The Solution

Robert Dahlqvist (born April 16, 1976 – died February 1, 2017) was a talented Swedish guitarist and singer. He was most famous for being a member of the rock band The Hellacopters for nine years.

Robert was also the main singer and guitarist for a band called Dundertåget. This band was first known as Thunder Express. It started as a side project while he was still with The Hellacopters. When he passed away at age 40, Robert was almost finished with his second solo album, which he was releasing under the name Strängen.

Robert's Music Journey

Early Life and First Steps in Music

Robert Dahlqvist was born in Visby, Sweden. He grew up in Uddevalla, Sweden. He received his first guitar when he was ten years old.

He went to music school for a short time. However, he left after only a month. He was frustrated because he was not allowed to play songs by the band Kiss. When he was fifteen, his mother gave him an electric guitar. This made him focus more seriously on playing. Soon, Robert started playing in different bands. He also worked at a bar where he met members of the Swedish rock band the Hellacopters.

Joining The Hellacopters

The Hellacopters needed a new guitarist in 1999. Their original guitarist, Dregen, had left. Robert heard about this and asked for an audition. He then joined the band full-time.

His first full album with The Hellacopters was High Visibility in 2000. Around this time, the band gave him the nickname "Strings." While in The Hellacopters, Robert also played with other bands. He appeared on albums by The Solution and Diamond Dogs. These bands also featured his Hellacopters bandmates.

With The Hellacopters, Robert recorded four studio albums. He also worked on many other music releases. In October 2007, The Hellacopters announced they would break up. They released their last album Head Off and went on a farewell tour. The band reunited in 2016, but Robert was not part of that reunion.

Other Music Projects

Robert first started the band Thunder Express in 2004. This was a side project while he was still with The Hellacopters. They released two albums: We Play for Pleasure in 2004 and Republic Disgrace in 2007.

Later, the band started singing in Swedish. They changed their name to Dundertåget, which means "Thunder Express" in Swedish. They released two more albums: Skaffa ny Frisyr in 2008 and Dom Feta Åren är Förbi in 2010. The band then broke up in 2011.

Robert's next project was called Strängen. This is the Swedish word for his nickname "Strings." He released a song called "Rocken är inte död!" (which means "Rock Isn't Dead!"). He also announced a new album. This would have been his first full album in five years. His manager said the album was almost finished when Robert passed away in February 2017. Some of the last recording sessions happened just a few days before.

Passing Away

Robert Dahlqvist passed away on February 1, 2017, at the age of 40. The company that distributed music for The Hellacopters stated that Robert died accidentally at home. At the time of his passing, he had several concerts and appearances planned for the coming weeks.

Musical Instruments and Gear

Robert Dahlqvist liked to use older, classic guitars, effects, and amplifiers.

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