American guitarist, former member of Megadeth and founding member of Cacophony, known for instrumental solo albums that blend neoclassical metal, melodic focus and Japanese/oriental influences.

Born December 8, 1962. Founding member of Cacophony (with Jason Becker). Former Megadeth guitarist. Relocated to Japan and has released multiple solo albums noted for blending metal, neoclassical technique and Japanese musical influences.

DeBaser reviews consistently praise Marty Friedman’s melodic sense, technical skill and stylistic evolution from metal to experimental instrumental work. Reviewers highlight oriental harmonies and a strong focus on melody rather than gratuitous virtuosity. Standout albums discussed include Dragon's Kiss, Scenes, Introduction, True Obsessions, Loudspeaker and Music for Speeding.

For:Fans of guitar virtuosity, instrumental rock, neoclassical metal and Japanese-influenced music.

 The thing I most appreciate about a great musician like Friedman is his ability to vary across different musical genres with absolute authority and compositional tranquility.

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 One of the most renowned guitar heroes rock has ever known.

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 I consider it a true raw diamond.

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 The solo work of the now former Megadeth guitarist is at least unusual: goodbye distortion, goodbye pounding rhythms, goodbye solos with 30,000 notes per minute.

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