July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

John Nicholas Oliva

July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in the USA in 1960. Vocalist and one of the founders of the bands Savatage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra. The older brother of Chris Oliva, guitarist and founder of the band Savatage.

Jason Becker

July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in the USA in 1969. Virtuoso guitarist, former member of Cacophony and David Lee Roth’s band. Unfortunately, the musician suffers from a rare disease – amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, which makes him unable to move, talk and even eat without assistance.

Sven Fischer

July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in Germany in 1971. Former guitarist of the band Rage.

Patrik Räfling

July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in Sweden in 1974. Former HammerFall drummer. Aeon member.

Marek Smerda

July 22 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in the Czech Republic in 1975. Former guitarist of the band Root and current Cradle of Filth.