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Racer X formed around the idea of becoming the most extreme hard rock band around and was highly influenced by Judas Priest. It gave Gilbert the opportunity to showcase his impressive shredding skills.
After Racer X second album, Second Heat, Gilbert decided to join Billy Sheehan and form a new band, Mr. Big.The band released its first album, self-titled Mr. Big and enjoyed a positive reception from fans.
In 1996, Gilbert left Mr. Big to produce his own solo albums. Frst album, King of Clubs, was released in 1997.
Through a varied and successful career, Paul Gilbert has always had fun playing the guitar. He has suffered some hearing loss due to all the loud shows he has played over the years, now is making jokes about the headphones that he now wears on stage.
Paul was named as one of the "Top 10 Shredders Of All Time" by Guitar One Magazine.
Artist website: www.paulgilbert.com
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