Michael Romeo | |
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.jpg) Romeo at Wacken Open Air 2016 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Michael James Romeo |
| Also known as | The Maestro |
| Born | March 6, 1968 New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Progressive metal, power metal, symphonic metal, neoclassical metal |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, composer, record producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, keyboards, backing vocals |
| Years active | 1992–present |
| Member of | Symphony X |
Michael James Romeo (born March 6, 1968) is an American musician, best known as the guitarist, founding member, and main songwriter of the progressive metal group Symphony X. He is one of two members to appear on every Symphony X release (the other being Michael Pinnella).
Romeo is known for his speed and precision on the guitar, having been praised for his "pyrotechnic displays" on the instrument.[1] He is also known for his unique style of tapping.[2]
Romeo was ranked #91 out of 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Guitarists of All Time by Guitar World,[3] and has influenced a number of younger players, including DragonForce's Herman Li, who listed Romeo among his favorite guitarists in 2011.[4]
- ^ Symphony X - The Divine Wings of Tragedy Album Reviews, Songs & More | AllMusic, retrieved January 20, 2023
- ^ "Michael Romeo Interview – A Perfect Symphony Part One: 1970's to 2000. | All Out Guitar | Magazine Archive". March 19, 2016. Archived from the original on March 19, 2016. Retrieved January 20, 2023.
- ^ "Guitar World's 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Guitarists of All Time". Blabbermouth.net. Roadrunner Records. January 23, 2004. Archived from the original on September 2, 2011. Retrieved September 11, 2011.
- ^ "DragonForce Shredder Herman Li Lists His Ten Favorite Guitarists". Roadrunner Records. July 12, 2011. Retrieved July 28, 2014.