A progressive metal band from
New Jersey, Symphony
X includes members Michael Romeo (guitars), Russell Allen (vocals), Michael Pinnella (keyboards), Jason Rullo (drums), and Michael LePond (
bass). The band officially has more members named Michael than any other in history. They draw from a wide range of influences — everything from Bach and Mozart to
Kiss and Yngwie Malmsteen — and their songs deal mostly with ancient history and mythology. Each member boasts exceptional skill, most notably Romeo and Allen (guitars and vocals, respectively).