born 1969
Jason Becker is an American guitarist and composer, renowned for his virtuosic playing and contributions to neoclassical metal. He gained fame in the late 1980s as a member of the band Cacophony alongside Marty Friedman and released his acclaimed solo album "Perpetual Burn." Despite being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at a young age, Becker has continued to create music and inspire others through his resilience and talent.