Yngwie Malmsteen

Playing 1 festival in 2026

Neo-Classical Metal Shred Guitar Heavy Metal Hard Rock

Yngwie Johan Malmsteen is a Swedish guitar virtuoso known for pioneering neo-classical metal, blending classical music theory and baroque influences with heavy metal guitar technique. His lightning-fast arpeggios, sweep picking, and harmonic minor scales redefined shred guitar. He rose to fame in the 1980s and has released numerous solo albums.