Album: Magnum Opus by Yngwie J. Malmsteen (1995)
Genre: Metal | Style: Rock/Pop
Record Label: Mascot Records
Format: Album

Description: Magnum Opus is the eighth studio album by guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen, released on October 17, 1995 through Pony Canyon (Japan) and Music for Nations (Europe); a remastered edition was reissued in 2003 through SPV GmbH.

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, 1990s, Album, Mascot Records

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Magnum Opus is the eighth studio album by guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen, released on October 17, 1995 through Pony Canyon (Japan) and Music for Nations (Europe); a remastered edition was reissued in 2003 through SPV GmbH.

Magnum Opus

Yngwie J. Malmsteen

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