Album: High Impact by Yngwie Malmsteen (2009)
Genre: Metal
Record Label: Mascot Records
Format: Compilation

Description: High Impact is a compilation album of Yngwie Malmsteen's instrumental performances since 1983 released on 9 December 2009. The album's unique features include one vocal track and a never-before-released bonus track of Malmsteen's interpretation of the hit classic "Beat It" sung by Tim "Ripper" Owens.

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, 2000s, Compilation, Mascot Records


High Impact is a compilation album of Yngwie Malmsteen's instrumental performances since 1983 released on 9 December 2009. The album's unique features include one vocal track and a never-before-released bonus track of Malmsteen's interpretation of the hit classic "Beat It" sung by Tim "Ripper" Owens.

High Impact

Yngwie Malmsteen

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