Carlos Cavazo

Guitarist for Quiet Riot and songwriter

Carlos Cavazo - Guitarist for Quiet Riot and songwriter
Born

July 8th, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

Born in 1957, this Mexican-American guitarist gained prominence as a member of the heavy metal band Quiet Riot. The band achieved significant success in the 1980s with the release of their acclaimed album 'Metal Health,' which topped the Billboard 200 chart. This album became a landmark in the heavy metal genre and featured the hit single 'Cum On Feel the Noize.' As a talented songwriter and performer, contributions to the band's sound helped shape their popularity during this era.

Played guitar on Quiet Riot's 'Metal Health'

Contributed to Quiet Riot's hit 'Cum On Feel the Noize'

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