Singer, songwriter, bandleader, and guitarist of the 1980s who performed neo-classical playing style even as a heavy metal performer.
Before Fame
He took his inspiration from Queen's Brian May, among other rock guitarists. His demo was noticed by Shrapnel Records when Malmsteen was eighteen years old.
Trivia
Even a serious car accident that left him in a coma did not slow him down.
Family Life
His whole family was musically-oriented, which led him to create his first original musical piece at the age of ten. He and his wife April have a son named Antonio.
Associated With
Jimi Hendrix inspired Malmsteen's performance style.
