Hospital Vigilantly Watching Over At The Gates Lead Singer Tomas Lindberg Following Cancer Setback
Tomas Lindberg, the frontman of the renowned Swedish melodic death metal band At The Gates, has been battling Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma (ACC), a rare and aggressive form of oral cancer, since his diagnosis in December 2023.
Lindberg underwent major surgery to remove part of his mouth's roof in December 2023, followed by two months of radiation therapy. Despite these treatments, traces of cancer were discovered in early 2025, leading to a significant health setback. Since May 2025, Lindberg has been hospitalized in a specialized ward, receiving dedicated care and close monitoring.
The prognosis for ACC varies, with a five-year survival rate of approximately 89%, but the 15-year survival rate dropping to around 40%. Given the ongoing treatment and setback, recovery is expected to be prolonged and uncertain. However, the band and Lindberg himself remain optimistic, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive outlook.
In a recent statement, the band revealed that Lindberg has been hospitalized due to a recent health setback and asked for privacy for him and his family during this period. They also confirmed that the vocals for the new At The Gates album were recorded before Lindberg's health setback. Despite his current condition, Lindberg is proud of the new album, which is a return to their roots, described as a mix between their classic albums Slaughter of the Soul and At War with Reality.
In a move to respect Lindberg's privacy and focus on his recovery, At The Gates have decided to release their new album without waiting for his full recovery. The band plans to provide more details on the upcoming release soon.
The band issued this statement to update fans following a period of "radio silence". Lindberg himself has expressed that he does not wish to answer interviews concerning his cancer, treatment, or recovery at this time.
Our thoughts are with Tomas Lindberg and his family during this challenging time. We wish him a speedy and full recovery.
References: 1. At The Gates official statement 2. Mayo Clinic: Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma 3. Cancer Research UK: Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma 4. Cancer.net: Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma 5. American Cancer Society: Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma
- Tomas Lindberg, despite his hospitalization and ongoing battle with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, remains optimistic about his recovery and the release of the new At The Gates album.
- Traces of cancer were discovered in Tomas Lindberg in early 2025, leading to a significant health setback and his prolonged hospitalization in a specialized ward.
- The new At The Gates album was recorded before Tomas Lindberg's health setback, with vocals completed prior to his current condition.
- At The Gates have decided to release their new album without waiting for Lindberg's full recovery, focusing on respecting his privacy during this challenging time.
- The prognosis for Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma varies, with a five-year survival rate of approximately 89%, but the 15-year survival rate dropping to around 40%.
- In a recent interview, the band confirmed that the new album is a return to their roots, described as a mix between their classic albums, Slaughter of the Soul and At War with Reality.
- Tomas Lindberg has expressed that he does not wish to answer interviews concerning his cancer, treatment, or recovery at this time, asking for privacy for him and his family during this period.
