Cancer tragically claims the life of Andreas Catjar-Danielsson (Covenant)
In the world of electronic music, the loss of Andreas Catjar-Danielsson, a former member of the renowned Swedish band Covenant, has left a significant void. Andreas passed away on July 29, 2023, after a long battle with cancer, at the age of 51.
Andreas' career was marked by a blend of futurepop and experimental sounds, which he showcased in his work with Covenant from 2013. He contributed as a co-writer on tracks like “Slowdance” and “I Walk Slow,” and performed on several releases such as the EP “Last Dance,” the album “Leaving Babylon,” and the drone-laden cover “A Rider on a White Horse” on the 2016 album “The Blinding Dark.”
Before joining Covenant, Andreas was a member of the band Souls. His musical journey did not end with Covenant, as he also composed music for theaters and produced the next Abu Nein album. One of his last music works was a cover of the Bow Wow Wow track "The Man Mountain," which he recorded with Antonia Henn.
In tribute to him, Covenant released the “Andreas EP” in 2025, featuring experimental tracks including original songs Andreas co-wrote and covers such as Yazoo’s “Winter Kills” and Lee Hazlewood’s “A Rider on a White Horse.” All proceeds from this EP went to charity supporting his wife and children.
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Andreas' influence lives on through the tribute release and his musical contributions to Covenant and related projects. His work will continue to inspire a new generation of musicians, ensuring his legacy remains alive in the world of electronic music.
Celebrated for his work in Covenant, where he showcased a blend of futurepop and experimental sounds, the loss of celebrated electronic musician Andreas Catjar-Danielsson has left a significant void in the world of entertainment, particularly in the sphere of music. To honor his legacy, Side-Line Magazine, a news platform dedicated to music news, is seeking donations to support their independent journalism, furthering the works and careers of musicians like Andreas.
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