About Neo-classical metal
Neo-classical metal is a music genre that emerged in Canada, United States and United Kingdom in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of metal music. Its influences include classical music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Ritchie Blackmore, Yngwie Malmsteen, Rainbow, Marty Friedman, Symphony X and Jason Becker.
From Wikipedia
Neoclassical metal is a style of heavy metal that is heavily influenced by classical music and usually features very technical playing, consisting of elements borrowed from both classical and speed metal music. Yngwie Malmsteen became one of the most notable musicians in the style, and contributed greatly to its development in the 1980s. Other notable players in the genre are Ritchie Blackmore, Randy Rhoads, Luca Turilli, Michael Romeo, George Bellas, Luke Fortini, Jason Becker, Vinnie Moore, Paul Gilbert, Alexi Laiho, Jani Liimatainen, Kiko Loureiro, Uli Jon Roth, Stéphan Forté, Wolf Hoffmann, Timo Tolkki, Syu and Marty Friedman.
Although the style is mainly associated with guitarists (especially lead guitarists), keyboardists like Jens Johansson, Vitalij Kuprij, Michael Pinnella, Alex Staropoli and Janne Wirman are also prominent figures in it.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Neo-classical metal.
- ↑ metal music
Key artists
- Ritchie Blackmore
- Yngwie Malmsteen
- Rainbow
- Marty Friedman
- Symphony X
- Jason Becker
Frequently asked questions
What is Neo-classical metal?
Neo-classical metal is a music genre that emerged in Canada, United States and United Kingdom in the 1970s. It is usually classed as a form of metal music. Its influences include classical music.
Where and when did Neo-classical metal originate?
Neo-classical metal originated in Canada, United States and United Kingdom in the 1970s.
Who are famous Neo-classical metal artists?
Ritchie Blackmore, Yngwie Malmsteen, Rainbow, Marty Friedman, Symphony X and Jason Becker.