Terry Balsamo

Terry Balsamo is an American musician and songwriter, best known as the lead guitarist for the rock bands Evanescence and Cold. Born on October 6, 1972, in Orlando, Florida, he initially gained prominence as a member of the band Cold, contributing to their albums "13 Ways to Bleed on Stage" (2000) and "Year of the Spider" (2003). Balsamo joined Evanescence in 2003, taking over guitar duties from Ben Moody. His contributions to the band are prominently featured on their critically acclaimed album "The Open Door" (2006), which includes hits like "Call Me When You're Sober" and "Lithium." He also participated in the band's subsequent albums, further shaping their sound with his distinctive guitar work. Musically, Balsamo is rooted in alternative rock and post-grunge, blending melodic riffs with emotional intensity. His work has influenced the sound of early 2000s rock and has been integral to the success of both bands. Balsamo's ability to fuse heavy guitar with atmospheric elements has left a lasting impact on the genre, helping to define the sound of the era.