[1] He names Django Reinhardt as a major influence in the jazz genre, and as a fan of Chris DeGarmo, he was learning Queensrÿche songs in high school.

[2] After graduation, Lundgren moved to Seattle to build a career in music,[1] where he played in the punk group Sledgeback.

Lundgren was tipped that the upcoming tour would consist of the albums American Soldier, Rage for Order and Empire, which he learned before auditioning with Queensrÿche's lead guitarist, Michael Wilton.

Lundgren claims Wilton was surprised that he knew the whole set, and possibly also relieved he would not have to teach the new guitarist all the parts.

[6] Queensrÿche continued with a new vocalist, Todd La Torre, while Lundgren (not one of the founding members) was free to choose whether or not he wanted to stay in the band.

"[7] He is cited by the band for his drive to be "ever growing as a musician" and that "he has different influences than everybody else, which makes him a unique character in the creative process.