Justin Shekoski

Justin Shekoski
Justin Shekoski
	Shekoski performing in 2014
Background information
Birth name	Justin Paul Hollis Shekoski
Born	June 11, 1983 (age 41); Orange County, California, U.S.
Genres	Emo; post-hardcore; punk rock; alternative rock;
Occupations	Musician; songwriter;
Instruments	Guitar; vocals;
Years active	2003–present
Formerly of	Saosin; The Used;
Website	justinshekoski.com

Justin Paul Hollis Shekoski (born June 11, 1983)^[1] is an American guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist, best known for being the former lead guitarist, songwriter, and backing vocalist of Saosin and the Used. He has cited guitarists John Petrucci and Paul Gilbert as some of his main inspirations.^[2] Shekoski is also known for his guitar playing style onstage, including "guitar spins," which involves spinning his guitar over his left shoulder multiple times, subsequently catching it mid-air, and continuing to play.

^ "Justin Paulhollis Shekoski, Born 06/11/1983 in California". California Birth Index. Retrieved June 9, 2017.
^ "Justin Shekoski From Saosin: 'Finding The Shredder Within'". Ultimate Guitar Archive. August 2, 2007. Retrieved June 9, 2017.

[1] "Justin Paulhollis Shekoski, Born 06/11/1983 in California". California Birth Index. Retrieved June 9, 2017.

[UG-2] "Justin Shekoski From Saosin: 'Finding The Shredder Within'". Ultimate Guitar Archive. August 2, 2007. Retrieved June 9, 2017.

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