Impellitteri Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Speed metal Power metal Christian rock Christian metal Heavy metal neo classical metal j-metal

Members

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Chris Impellitteri

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Guitarist Composer

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アニメタルUSA

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Glen Sobel

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Drummer

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Alice Cooper Hollywood Vampires SX-10 Boink!

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Chuck Wright

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Bassist

Groups:

Quiet Riot House of Lords Giuffria Magdalen Stream Murderer’s Row Blackthorne

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Philip Wolfe

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Guitarist Keyboardist

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Ed Roth

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Keyboardist

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Gamma Fates Warning Halford Chad Smith's Bombastic Meatbats California Transit Authority

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Rob Rock

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Singer Guitarist

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Avantasia Warrior Axel Rudi Pell (band) M.A.R.S.

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Graham Bonnet

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Singer

Groups:

Rainbow Michael Schenker Group Alcatrazz The Party Boys Michael Schenker Fest Graham Bonnet Band Blackthorne Forcefield

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Ken Mary

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Drummer

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Accept Flotsam and Jetsam House of Lords Fifth Angel Magdalen Magdallan Chastain

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Mark Bistany

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Drummer

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Otep (həd) p.e. Cellophane

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About

Impellitteri is a powerhouse in the world of heavy metal, known for their electrifying speed and precision. Originating from Los Angeles, California, the band is spearheaded by the virtuosic guitarist Chris Impellitteri. Completing the core lineup are Rob Rock on vocals, whose soaring range and intensity draw parallels to legends like Bruce Dickinson and Ronnie James Dio, James Pulli on bass, and Paul Bostaph on drums. Impellitteri's genre-spanning sound encompasses elements of speed metal, power metal, Christian rock, and neo-classical metal, resonating with fans of technically proficient and melodically rich metal music.

How to Sound Like Impellitteri

Impellitteri's sound is a vibrant tapestry of high-octane guitar solos and melodically intricate compositions. The band's sonic character is aggressive yet melodic, characterized by rapid-fire riffs and technically dazzling guitar work. Chris Impellitteri often relies on the Dean Guitars Chris Impellitteri Signature Spider to deliver his blistering solos, complemented by the searing tones of an Engl Powerball 645 MK1 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head. His use of the E.W.S. Brute Drive pedal adds an edge of distortion that cuts through with clarity and precision, creating a sound that's both powerful and articulate. The dynamic interplay between Rob Rock's commanding vocals and the band's intricate musical arrangements ensures that every performance is a masterclass in heavy metal virtuosity.

Discography

Stand In Line

1988

Screaming Symphony

1996

Eye Of The Hurricane

1997

Crunch

2000

System X

2002

Answer To The Master

2004

Wicked Maiden

2009

Venom

2015

The Nature of the Beast

2018

War Machine

2024

Get the Impellitteri Sound

Want to sound like Impellitteri? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.