Band: Symphony X
Symphony X are home to one of the best guitarists in the world, Michael Romeo. Their tight blend of prog metal and neoclassical shred has garnered them many fans worldwide, and deservedly so. The band really hit their stride with "Divine Wings" and continued to improve on each release. "The Odyssey" sees them toning down the power metal influences and bringing forward a little bit of thrashy aggression, which works well despite a bad mix on the drums. Fans of progressive metal, neoclassical, or perhaps even Euro power metal (since it is a significant influence) should enjoy Symphony X. Also of note is singer Russell Allen who has one of the best melodic voices in progressive metal.
Recently they announced plans to completely re-record the debut CD with Russell Allen on vocals, which should improve it drastically. Look for it late 2003 or early 2004.
Current (or Last Known) Lineup
Musician | Instruments | Currently Also In | Used To Be In | Guest Appearances |
---|---|---|---|---|
Russell Allen | Vocals | Allen/Lande, Russell Allen's Atomic Soul | Ayreon, Star One | |
Mike LePond | Bass | Frost (USA) | ||
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard | Michael Romeo | God Forbid | |
Michael Romeo | Guitar | Johansson, Kotipelto, Phantom's Opera, Michael Romeo | Ayreon, God Forbid, In This Moment, Vitalij Kuprij, Redemption | |
Jason Rullo | Drums | Redemption |
Past Lineup (Members Who Never Appeared on an Album)
Discography (9 Releases)
2007 - Paradise Lost by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Mike LePond | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
2002 - The Odyssey by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Mike LePond | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard, Piano |
Michael Romeo | Guitar, Keyboard, Programming |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
2001 - Live On The Edge Of Forever (Live) by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Mike LePond | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
2000 - V: The New Mythology Suite by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Mike LePond | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
1998 - Prelude To The Millennium (Comp.) by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Thomas Miller | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
Thomas Walling | Drums |
1998 - Twilight In Olympus by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Thomas Miller | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Thomas Walling | Drums |
1996 - The Divine Wings Of Tragedy by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Thomas Miller | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
1995 - The Damnation Game by Symphony X
Russell Allen | Vocals |
Thomas Miller | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
1994 - Symphony X by Symphony X
Thomas Miller | Bass |
Michael Pinnella | Keyboard |
Michael Romeo | Guitar |
Jason Rullo | Drums |
Rod Tyler | Vocals |