Biography
Dregen, born Andreas Mats Westerlund on April 18, 1973, in Umeå, Sweden, is a celebrated guitarist and songwriter known for his dynamic contributions to the hard rock and punk rock scenes. He began his musical journey at an early age, immersed in the vibrant Swedish rock culture. In the late 1980s, he made a name for himself with his explosive guitar skills and charismatic stage presence, which soon led him to co-found the influential band Backyard Babies, marking his entry into the professional music world. As the band's guitarist, Dregen quickly established himself as a prominent figure in the Swedish rock scene, helping to define their sound and aesthetic during the height of the glam rock revival in the 1990s.
Roles
Guitarist, Songwriter
Band History
The Hellacopters, Hellacopters, Super$hit 666, Dregen, The Poet and the Dragon, Midlife Crisis, Kurt Sunes med Helveteshundarna, Backyard Babies
Signature Gear
Guitars: 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, Gibson Les Paul Custom 'Iron Cross'
Amps: Marshall JCM800 2203, Fender Hot Rod Deluxe
Pedals: Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer, MXR Phase 90
Microphones: Shure SM58
Cabinets: Marshall 1960A 4x12
Strings: Ernie Ball 09-42 Regular Slinky
Picks: Dunlop Tortex .73mm