OBITUARY Guitarist RALPH SANTOLLA Announces Guest Appearances

Semi-legendary guitarist Ralph Santolla (OBITUARY, ex-DEICIDE, DEATH, ICED EARTH) has issued the following update:

"I recently played a few guest spots for some friends, and I thought I'd let y'all know what they are, and when/where you can get them.

"First off, I played a solo on my friend Todd Grubbs' new instrumental CD, 'Time, Space and the Electric'. Todd is a guitarist based here in Tampa. He writes creative, quirky music, and I was happy to be a part of his record. He's also one of the coolest guys in music. I played a Strat with single coil pickups and a scalloped fretboard straight into a Peavey 5150II head. I have to say that the solo I played on his record is among my favorte things I've ever done. That album is available now through CD baby, Guitar Nine etc. It's also available through www.toddgrubbs.com or myspace/toddgrubbs. 20th Century Guitar called it 'a rare work of sonic art.' Way to go, Todd!

"Next up is HOLY MOSES. We (OBITUARY) just did 5 weeks in Europe with HOLY MOSES and AVATAR. HOLY MOSES asked me if I would add a bit of guitar to their new album, and again, I was happy to help out. We recorded my parts in a freezing cold dressing room in Switzerland, but it came out really good. I played several leads sort of in the guitar style I play in DEICIDE, although a bit more melodic. That record will be out later this year, and also features the recording debut of Frank Watkins on lead guitar!!! WOO!!

"Lastly, but cetainly not leastly, I was honored to be asked to contribute a few leads to the new JON OLIVA'S PAIN CD, 'Global Warning'. Jon is a legend around here, a longtime hero of mine, and a major influence on me musically. I've wanted to do something with him since I was about 17 years old, and I finally got my chance. I did 3-4 solos on, I think, 2 songs, and the guys seemed to be happy with my work. That also comes out soon, and I'm hoping to get onstage a few times with JOP this year in Europe and the U.S. Thanks to Jon, Matt, and Chris for having me on your record!!

"OBITUARY has a little down time before South America and the summer festivals, so I'm finally working on my new guitar album, and my band STARE with Johnny Laennarts. More on that soon..."