Yngwie Malmsteen
Yngwie Johann Malmsteen (born Lars Johan Yngve Lannerb
Jeff Loomis
Jeff Loomis was the lead guitarist for the ground breaking metal band Nevermore. A player of many influences and styles, Loomis is often seen as one of the world's most talented and gifted metal guitarists. In 2008, he released a solo album entitled 'Zero Order Phase' (Century Media), featuring special guest appearances by fellow guitarists Ron Jarzombek and Pat O'Brien, legendary jazz bassist Michael Manring, and OFZ producer Neil Kernon.
Insanity
Formed in 1985, Bay Area band Insanity were instrumental in metal's evolution from thrash to death metal. Drummer Bud Mills was a big reason why, as his so-called "1-1" beat presaged the modern blastbeat. The band's sound more than lived up to its name. Not only did it crank thrash up to frenzied warp speeds, it also displayed chops well ahead of its time. Insanity were legendary worldwide in the '80s metal tape trading circuit, with members of Carcass and Napalm Death citing them as an influence.
Cold Shoulder
Cold Shoulder. Straight Edge. Northwest Indiana. DIY. Cowabunga Records. "Patriot" released in December of 2008. There was a pretty sweet dogpile at the end of their final show. Ralph - Vocals
Mike Stefnik - Guitar
Mike Podgutski - Bass
TBA - Drums
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