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Chris Poland

Class of 2020Artist

Inducted

2020

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Chris Poland is an American guitarist best known for his work with the pioneering thrash metal band Megadeth, contributing to their influential early albums. After his tenure with Megadeth, he pursued jazz fusion with his band OHM and released solo albums showcasing his technical prowess and unique style. Megadeth – Killing Is My Business… and Business Is Good! (1985); Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying? (1986);Chris Poland – Return to Metalopolis (1990); Chasing the Sun (2000);Damn the Machine – Damn the Machine (1993);Ohm – OHM (2003); Amino Acid Flashback (2005)

Selected Discography

Megadeth – Killing Is My Business… and Business Is Good! (1985)Peace Sells… but Who’s Buying? (1986)Chris Poland – Return to Metalopolis (1990)Chasing the Sun (2000)Damn the Machine – Damn the Machine (1993)Ohm – OHM (2003)Amino Acid Flashback (2005)

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