Paul Waggoner | |
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) Paul Waggoner in 2010. | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Paul Andrew Waggoner |
| Born | February 10, 1979 |
| Origin | United States |
| Genres | Progressive metal, progressive rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
| Associated acts | Between the Buried and Me, Prayer for Cleansing, Lamb of God, From Here On |
| Website | http://www.betweentheburiedandme.com |
Paul Andrew Waggoner is the lead guitarist of American progressive metal band Between the Buried and Me. A fan of progressive music, he is heavily inspired by John Petrucci, Pat Metheny, Allan Holdsworth and Steve Vai, amongst others. He formerly played guitar in the metalcore bands, From Here On and Prayer for Cleansing.[1] He had also played live guitar as needed for Lamb of God between 2010 and 2014.
Style
Waggoner's playing is heavily influenced by a wide variety of styles—in his work with Between the Buried and Me, he often combines elements of metal, progressive rock, jazz and bluegrass.
Personal life
Waggoner is vegan and straight edge.[2] Waggoner also owns and operates Nightflyer Roastworks (formerly Parliament Coffee Roasters), as well as Queen City Grounds, a small-batch specialty grade coffee roastery and cafe, respectively, based in Charlotte, NC. He is married with no children.
References
- ^ Julien, Alexandre (November 3, 2011). "Redstar Records Interview". Abridged Pause Blog. Archived from the original on December 14, 2013. Retrieved September 12, 2020.
- ^ Petersen, Albert (2011). "Paul Waggoner, guitarist from Between The Buried And Me, mixes it up". Metal as Fuck. Retrieved April 23, 2016.