What is Michael Angelo Batio's Net Worth?
Michael Angelo Batio is an accomplished American heavy metal guitarist and columnist, renowned for his impressive technical skills and rapid guitar playing. As of now, his net worth is estimated to be $4 million.
Early Life and Career
Michael Angelo Batio was born in Chicago, Illinois, in February 1956. He gained widespread recognition as the lead guitarist for the glam metal band Nitro. He performed with Nitro from 1988 to 1993 and rejoined the band from 2012 to 2019.
Musical Achievements
Nitro released two notable albums: O.F.R. in 1989 and Nitro II: H.W.D.W.S. in 1992.
Solo Discography
Batio’s solo career is equally illustrious. He has released numerous albums showcasing his guitar prowess, including:
- No Boundaries
- Holiday Strings
- Planet Gemini
- Tradition
- Lucid Intervals and Moments of Clarity
- Lucid Intervals and Moments of Clarity Part 2
- Hands Without Shadows
- 2 X Again
- Hands Without Shadows 2 – Voices
- Backing Tracks
- Intermezzo
- Shred Force 1: The Essential MAB
- Soul in Sight
Recognition and Influence
Batio is celebrated for his instructional DVD series Speed Kills, through which he shares his expertise with aspiring guitarists. In 2003, Guitar One Magazine named him the No. 1 Fastest Guitar Shredder of All Time, further cementing his legacy in the heavy metal and guitar-shredding community.
