Impellitteri

Impellitteri is a heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California, formed and led by guitarist Chris Impellitteri together with Rob Rock. They have released several studio albums featuring Chris Impellitteri's speed/shred style of playing. Chris Impellitteri is one of the most unique, intense, and dynamic guitarists in heavy rock today. His influences range from Al Dimeola to Uli John Roth to Edward Van Halen. Chris has been releasing some of the best progressive, neo-classical guitar work around since the mid '80's, inspiring countless musicians. Chris Impellitteri has won the Best Rock Guitarist Award for his guitar soloing. He is the first guitarist to be branded as the fastest guitarist in the world by the international media.
Rob Rock is one of the most exciting and energetic singers in heavy metal. Rock can sing virtually any style of music. His vocal range has often been compared to legendary metal singers Bruce Dickinson (Iron Maiden), and Rob Halford (Judas Priest). Rob Rock possesses a unique ability to scream in the stratosphere, all the while singing in a very melodic overtone. His Vibrato and use of Harmonies has created a signature vocal style. Lastly, Rock has an innate ability to write lyrics that have depth and meaning. He is definitely an original lyricist.