Kiko Loureiro has replaced guitar player Chris Broderick in the heavy metal group Megadeth. Broderick stated in an interview that his decision to leave was based on the fact that he wants to persue his own musical course.
Kiko Loureiro is a Brazilian metal guitarist who has mainly been associated with the progressive metal band Angra. Apart from Angra, Loureiro has also had success as a solo artist.
Dave Mustaine from Megadeth met Loureiro during a cover shoot for Burrn! Magazine. He recently stated on the Megadeth website:
“I’ve come to see what a guitar virtuoso he is, and I’m deeply encouraged by his depth and talent.”
Watch Kiko Loureiro perform the track “Gray Stone Getaway” from “The White Balance” DVD:
