Marc Rizzo (born on August 2, 1977 in Carlstadt, New Jersey, United States) is the lead guitarist of Brazilian Metal band Soulfly and formerly of Ill Niño. He has featured on three Soulfly albums to date: Prophecy, Dark Ages and Conquer. He has also released two solo instrumental albums; Colossal Myopia (2006) and The Ultimate Devotion (2007). Marc is also a member of Cavalera Conspiracy, a side project with the co-founders of Sepultura, Max and Igor Cavalera, alongside Gojira's Joe Duplantier. The band's self-titled album was released in 2008.
While primarlily regarded as a metal guitarist, his solo work demonstrates an interest in a wide range of styles, combining elements of hard rock, metal, jazz, classical and flamenco guitar.
Marc Rizzo is endorsed by Peavey and Yamaha, and travels the world undertaking clinics for Peavey when his tour schedule allows.
Marc is a huge soccer fan and supports AC Milan football club, alongside the Italian national football team.
During live shows, Marc is known for his frequent jump-kicks, and was also known for regularly wearing a backpack while playing live shows, although more recently he has stopped this practice. He is also known for occasionally wearing soccer shirts on stage, such as AC Milan and FC Inter. This can be seen at the Download Festival 2005.
Rizzo grew up in Carlstadt, New Jersey[1], where he attended Henry P. Becton Regional High School.
Discography
Committee Of Thirteen
- Self Titled (2004)
Ill Niño
- Revolution Revolución (2001)
- Confession (2003)
- The Best of Ill Niño (2006)
Soulfly
Solo
- Colossal Myopia (2006)
- The Ultimate Devotion (2007)
Cavalera Conspiracy
- Inflikted (2008)
References
External links
- ↑ Gramlich, Barry. "In his free time, Rizzo formed a Committee", The Record (Bergen County), January 28, 2005. Accessed December 18, 2007. "The hardest-working guitar player in the business? Marc Rizzo of Carlstadt is a contender."