Vince Martell | |
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Background information | |
Born | New York City, New York, U.S. | November 11, 1945
Genres | Hard rock, psychedelic rock, rock and roll, blue-eyed soul |
Occupation | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
Years active | 1966–present |
Labels | Rhino, Atco, Spectra |
Website | Official Vince Martell web site |
Vince Martell (born Vincent James Martellucci, November 11, 1945)[1] is an American guitarist best known as the lead guitarist for Vanilla Fudge. Martell was born in the Bronx to parents who played the guitar and encouraged him to play as well.[2] While in his teens, Martell joined the Navy, where he discovered his skills as a guitarist.[2]