Author: roppongirocks

American vocalist Stephen Pearcy is the founder, led singer and songwriter of Ratt.

Swedish guitarist Mats Karlsson co-founded melodic heavy metal band 220 Volt in 1979.

British drummer Denise Dufort co-founded Girlschool in London in 1978.

Having made a name for himself by fronting Iron Maiden and Wolfsbane, British vocalist Blaze Bayley, then embarked on a very productive solo career.

Jan Rechberger is the drummer and one of the founding members of the Finnish heavy metal band Amorphis.

British musician Morgan Fisher was a member of Mott the Hoople in the 70s and toured with Queen in the 80s.

American singer Mitch Malloy is the lead vocalist for hard rock band Great White and has also worked extensively as a solo artist.

American bassist Gary Shea co-founded Alcatrazz in 1983. Prior to that he made a name for himself with the band New England and briefly played with Vinnie Vincent in Warrior.

Swedish singer Elize Ryd is best known as one of the lead vocalists for the modern melodic metal band Amaranthe. During her career, she has also toured and recorded with Kamelot and Gus G.