July 29 in the history of rock and metal music

Geddy Lee

July 29 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in Canada in 1953. Vocalist, bassist and keyboardist of the Canadian rock band Rush. In 2011, he was recognized as one of the best bass guitarists of all time according to a survey conducted by Rolling Stone magazine. In the list of the 50 best bassists of all time, the same magazine took 24th place. Lee’s style, technique and skill as a bass guitarist greatly influenced rock music and heavy metal, inspiring musicians such as Steve Harris of Iron Maiden and Cliff Burton of Metallica.

Woodroe Weatherman

July 29 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in the USA in 1965. Guitarist of the band Corrosion of Conformity.

Paavo Lötjönen

July 29 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in Finland in 1968. Cellist of the Finnish band Apocalyptica.

Geir Bratland

July 29 in the history of rock and metal music

Born in Norway in 1970. Keyboardist of the band Dimmu Borgir. He was a member of many bands, both concert and studio: GodSpeed, The Covenant, Emperor, Satyricon and Abbath.