Rhea Thompson of Tailgunner showcases her influential guitar riffs
Yesterday, Tailgunner guitarist Zach Salvini shared the iconic metal riffs that influenced his playing. Today, Rhea Thompson, another guitarist from Tailgunner, showcases the riffs that have inspired her musical journey. Watch the video above to witness Thompson’s shredding skills and grab a copy of the band’s latest album, Midnight Blitz, released today.
Tailgunner, a band quickly gaining recognition in the metal scene, received a noteworthy endorsement by enlisting legendary Judas Priest guitarist K.K. Downing to produce their album. Having previously impressed while supporting KK’s Priest, collaborating with Downing seemed like a natural progression for the group.
Reflecting on their experience performing alongside Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, and Accept, the band shares their aim with “Midnight Blitz.” They aspired to create a standout album opener on par with classics like “Aces High,” “Painkiller,” “Welcome to the Jungle,” and “Hells Bells.”
While the band wears its influences proudly, their vision extends beyond emulation. Tailgunner is focused on not just paying homage to metal pioneers but also on carving out their own place in the genre to inspire a new generation of metal enthusiasts.
K.K. Downing, the iconic guitar virtuoso himself, lauded Tailgunner, expressing admiration for the band’s embodiment of everything heavy metal stands for. Drawing comparisons to the likes of Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motörhead, and Def Leppard, Downing predicts a bright future for the band as they establish themselves as fan favorites in the metal world.
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