Jeff Loomis

Jeff Loomis
Loomis performing with Arch Enemy, 2018
Loomis performing with Arch Enemy, 2018
Background information
Born (1971-09-14) September 14, 1971 (age 53)
Appleton, Wisconsin, U.S.
GenresProgressive metal, melodic death metal, thrash metal, groove metal, neoclassical metal, death metal, instrumental rock, black metal
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1987–present
Websitejeffloomis.com

Jeff Loomis (born September 14, 1971) is an American musician, best known for his role as lead guitarist in the progressive metal band Nevermore during its existence from 1991 to 2011, as well as brief tenures in its precursor, Sanctuary.[1] In 2014, he joined Swedish melodic death metal band Arch Enemy, and in 2021 he joined Graham Bonnet's Alcatrazz as well. He left Arch Enemy in 2023.[2] As a solo artist he has released two albums and one EP.

  1. ^ Hill, Gary. "Jeff Loomis Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
  2. ^ Kennelty, Greg (December 30, 2023). "Arch Enemy Splits With Jeff Loomis". Metal Injection. Retrieved February 17, 2024.