Album: The Genesis by Yngwie J. Malmsteen (2002)
Genre: Metal | Style: Rock/Pop
Record Label: Mascot Records
Format: Album

Description: The Genesis is a 2002 album released by Yngwie J. Malmsteen. It consists of very early recordings (around the time when Yngwie J. Malmsteen was seventeen years old), and many of these tracks were reworked for compositions on albums throughout his career. This album is the official version of the album released by Marcel Jacob; Birth of the Sun.

Artist Background: Yngwie Johann Malmsteen (/ˈɪŋveɪ ˈmɑːlmstiːn/ ING-vay MAHLM-steen; born Lars Johan Yngve Lannerbäck on 30 June 1963) is a Swedish guitarist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and bandleader. Malmsteen became known for his neo-classical playing style in heavy metal. Steve Huey of Allmusic stated that, "Yngwie Malmsteen is arguably the most technically accomplished hard rock guitarist to emerge during the '80s." Part of the Stockholm, Sweden music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Associated with Metal movement.

Music Scene: Part of the Stockholm, Sweden music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Associated with Metal movement.

Tags: Metal, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album, Mascot Records


The Genesis is a 2002 album released by Yngwie J. Malmsteen. It consists of very early recordings (around the time when Yngwie J. Malmsteen was seventeen years old), and many of these tracks were reworked for compositions on albums throughout his career. This album is the official version of the album released by Marcel Jacob; Birth of the Sun.

The Genesis

Yngwie J. Malmsteen

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