MISHA MANSOOR / PERIPHERY

Djent forefather and speed demon Misha Mansoor has gained widespread accaim as the mastermind behind the axe-centric progressive metal band Periphery.

Formed in Washington, D.C., back in 2005, the Grammy-nominated act represents the vanguard of addictive, chaotic, challenging and cathartically inviting heavy music for the modern era. The triple-guitar attack and rhythmic dexterity of Periphery has won them devoted adherents across underground subcultures, regardless of whether those fans were weaned on the passion-fueled sounds of the Vans Warped Tour or the progressive rock of Rush.

A clear contender for “Breakthrough Band” at Metal Hammer’s 2013 Golden Gods Awards and frequent tourmates of Meshuggah, Dream Theater, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Animals As Leaders and other ultra-shred-happy friends and contemporaries from across the spectrum of loud rock, Periphery have earned their reputation onstage and off through a combination of undeniable chops and upbeat charisma.

Fun Facts:

All five of Periphery’s albums feature material that is self-produced by the members of the band.

Nickname:

Bulb

Favorite Solo Musicians:

Allan Holdsworth, Guthrie Govan, John Petrucci and Jimmy Herring

The Juggernaut:

Jackson released Mansoor’s inaugural signature Juggernaut in 2015.

Did You Know?

Mansoor has also enjoyed putting on a producer hat with other bands including Animals as Leaders, Born of Osiris, From the Path and Veil of Maya.