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Backstage with Europe’s Ian Haugland in Tokyo

February 2, 2024 roppongirocks

Europe’s drummer Ian Haugland sat down with Roppongi Rocks in Tokyo.

Ian Haugland, the drummer of Europe, speaks to Roppongi Rocks’ Stefan Nilsson backstage at Tokyo Dome City Hall in Tokyo, Japan on 1st February 2024. Ian talked about his 40 years in the band, the bond between the band members, his Candlemass connections, performing deep cuts live and much more.

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  • Candlemass brought the doom to Japan
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