Explode with Yngwie Malmsteen

Malmsteen's (born Lars Johann Yngve Lannerbäck Malmsteen, June 30, 1963) albums are packed with explosions of guitar driven creativy. He has that amazing speed, classical style riffs and chords. His website says "The day Jimi Hendrix died, the guitar-playing Yngwie was born".

Biggest influence was 19th-century violin virtuoso Niccolò Paganini alon with other guitar gods. VH1 says his style is Baroque, gothic and lightning-fast arpeggiated solos. Just listen to 'Rising Force' album to feel the true force of this most accomplished guitarist of our times.

Malmsteen, who was brought to USA by Mike Varney of Shrapnel Records, had a brief stint with Steeler and Alcatrazz that culminated in his own band 'The Rising Force'. This album featured his long time friend Jens Johansson on the keyboards.

Malmsteen's current line-up has Doogie White - Vocals, Derek Sherinian - Keyboards, Mick Cervino - Bass, Patrik Johansson - Drums.