Gripper is a self-taught,solo Artist, guitarist from the heart of the West Midlands in England, UK

He was part of a band for 25 years and due to ill health and Suffering a Stroke went solo, all his tracks are composed, played, mixed, and produced by him.

Gripper’s inspiration comes from the Big Four, Metallica, Anthrax, Slayer and Megadeth, and listening to his tracks you will certainly hear the influence of all these bands coming through!

Gripper’s instrumental tracks portray a thumping heaviness accompanied by some amazing solos and dual riffs.

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We welcome Gripper to the Hot Rocks Radio Family, and wish Dean all the success in the world!