Metal guitarists of the world
As people say that music is a universal language, it often becomes a tool for communication even when you don’t understand the other person’s words.
Among them, metal is popular worldwide.
We’ve gathered some of the most skilled guitarists in the metal scene!
Listen to metal and you might make friends all over the world (lol).
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Metal Guitarists of the World (21–30)
Top Gun AnthemSteve Stevens
This piece, famous as the theme song of Top Gun, is the work of American guitarist Steve Stevens.
He originally made his name as a guitarist for artists like Billy Idol and Vince Neil, and in Japan he also contributed to several of Kyosuke Himuro’s albums.
His guitar work is meticulous, focusing on nuanced vibrato and avoiding excessive flashiness.
Gray Stone GatewayKiko Loureiro
A Brazilian guitarist who debuted at a young age with ANGRA.
In recent years, he surprised the world by joining MEGADETH.
His technical level, showcased through his fluid fingering, is quite high.
In this song, twisted note choices assert themselves in places.
GravityNuno Bettencourt
Nuno Bettencourt, the guitarist from Extreme.
If you let your guard down, he’ll casually weave in skipping and tapping, but on this track he keeps the solo restrained.
The overall polish of the piece is exceptionally high.
Nuno’s signature funky tone has a warmth that suits the song perfectly.
Masque Of The Red DeathMichael Romeo
This is a solo work by Michael Romeo, guitarist of the American technical heavy metal group Symphony X.
The musical style is very much like SYMPHONY X, but the stability of the complex rhythms and smooth guitar work is indeed impressive.
It’s a pity that the sound quality is slightly lacking.
Bridge To HeavenUli Jon Roth
Uli Jon Roth, a veteran guitarist often described as a sage for his appearance, plays a 32-fret Sky Guitar that spans from deep lows to ultra-highs.
With a clean tone and spatial effects creating a floating, ethereal sound, this track showcases the full allure of the Sky Guitar.