Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force

Yngwie J. Malmsteen (English pronunciation: /ˈɪŋveɪ ˈmɑːlmstiːn/ ING-vay MAHLM-steen; born June 30, 1963) is a Swedish virtuoso guitarist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader. Malmsteen became known for his neo-classical playing approach in heavy metal music, which became a new musical style in the early 80s due to his work and that of other virtuosos. He is considered by many to be one of the most technically gifted hard rock guitarists of all time and is considered to be a pioneer of shred guitar.

Influenced by: Ritchie Blackmore, Eddie Van Halen, Uli Jon Roth

Active:

1982-present

Scene:

Swedish metal

• HammerfallSun, Sep 13
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• HeathenSun, Jul 26
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• Ninth RealmFri, Sep 11
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• Ancient RageWed, Jul 29
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• BalisongThu, Jul 23
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• MegadethFri, Sep 11
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• Primitive WarfareSat, Aug 29
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• HiroeSun, Aug 16
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