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Why Alex Skolnick Wouldn’t Invite Yngwie Malmsteen To Metal Allegiance

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In a recent interview with TotalRock, Alex Skolnick opened up about his work with Metal Allegiance, including potential future collaborations and the band’s plans for new music. He specifically mentioned guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen as someone he admires and would love to invite to the band, though he acknowledged that such a collaboration might not be feasible.

Highlights from the Interview:

  1. On Yngwie Malmsteen:
    • Skolnick expressed admiration for Malmsteen, calling him a significant influence and “one of a kind.”
    • However, he questioned whether Malmsteen would want to join Metal Allegiance, noting that his personality and musical style might not be a natural fit for the collaborative nature of the band.
    • Skolnick added, “We would totally love to have him, but there is somebody like that, it really shows all about them,” hinting at Malmsteen’s larger-than-life individuality.
  2. Future Music Plans:
    • Skolnick confirmed that Metal Allegiance intends to start working on new music in 2025. While specific details are still up in the air, the band might experiment with releasing an EP or single before committing to a full-length album.
    • He explained the challenges of coordinating schedules among the members, who all have busy individual careers.
  3. Upcoming Live Show:
    • Metal Allegiance is set to perform live on January 23, 2025, at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California. This marks their first performance of the year and comes amid growing excitement about their return to creating new material.

About Metal Allegiance:

Formed in 2014, Metal Allegiance is a supergroup that brings together some of the biggest names in metal, including:

  • Mark Menghi (bass)
  • Alex Skolnick (guitar)
  • David Ellefson (bass, formerly of Megadeth)
  • Mike Portnoy (drums, formerly of Dream Theater)

The band has released two full-length albums:

  • Metal Allegiance (2015)
  • Volume II: Power Drunk Majesty (2018)

Additionally, their Fallen Heroes EP (2016) paid tribute to legendary rock and metal icons like Lemmy Kilmister and David Bowie.

This latest interview underscores Metal Allegiance’s commitment to continuing their creative journey while leaving fans eager for what 2025 has in store!

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