ROB METZ - Ace guitarist Rob Metz started his musical journey at the age of 15. Encouraged by his mother, Metz was given a used Kramer Striker and tagged along with a buddy who was taking guitar lessons. By closely observing the instructor, Metz began to teach himself how to play spending hours playing along with his Iron Maiden records. Just six months later, Metz and his first band Aggressor, went on to win his high school’s Battle of the Bands contest.

“Playing the guitar is the purest language that I can use. It’s my way to express... to feel… to reach out and connect”

A major turning point in Metz’s career came some years ago from a friend who compared his sound to that of another virtuoso, Joe Satriani. Until that time, Metz had not been exposed to instrumental music. After purchasing a “Satch” record and discovering players such as Steve Vai among others, Metz realized that this was the genre of music that best suited his vision.

“When I record and perform, I get to share the fruits of my labor”

In 2006, Metz released his debut CD, Legion of Dreams, which introduced audiences to the new face of guitar oriented instrumental music. A personal album, Metz described it as “a voyage into mystic melody”, delivering a masterful blend of rock, bluesy experimentation, with a dash of industrial-strength shredding for good measure. Audiences were blown away as Metz took command of the stage during the 2007 promotion of Legion of Dreams performing in and around the Northeast Ohio area on primarily progressive rock bills. Metz staked his claim outright and deservedly so.

Metz’s follow up CD entitled, “Axis Shift” will be released June 2008. It promises to continue the glorious ride of this virtuoso’s adventure.

“I appreciate and learn from what my students have to say”

Today, Metz is now the teacher. Widely respected for his ability to motivate and challenge, his students come to his Northeast Ohio studio to begin their musical journey.

Whether live or recorded, Rob Metz is not to be missed!