Jesper Strömblad In Flames
Formed in 1990, In Flames is considered to be a pioneer and major influence to the melodic death metal music genre and predecessor to the American Metalcore movement. In Flames' musical style is characterized by the constant use of harmonized lead guitar melodies and screaming-style singing along with death growl complimented at times by clean vocals. Founder and rhythm guitarist Jesper Strömblad plays a Gibson loaded with the EMG 81/85 combo.
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Since the band's conception, they have received numerous awards and released nine studio albums, the latest being A Sense of Purpose which debuted at #28 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. While In Flames' sound has changed their styles throughout the years, and it has become difficult to pinpoint, one thing has been a constant, EMG has been there through it all. Check out more about Jesper and the rest of the band by checking out the link below.