Kraken is a heavy metal band founded in Medell?n, Colombia, in 1983. The current lineup consists of Andr?s Leiva (guitar), Carlos Cort?s (drums), Luis Alberto Ram?rez (bass guitar), Rub?n Gelvez (electronic keyboards), and Elkin Ram?rez (main vocalist). The sound of the band is characterized by a mixture of hard rock and heavy metal, a musical experiment that remains effective to this day.
The particular voice of Elkin Ram?rez gives Kraken a seal of originality that has drawn the admiration of thousands of fans, and legions of imitators wishing to reproduce his interpretive style. One of the bands that influenced Ram?rez' musical taste was Led Zeppelin. Another well-known influence of his is classical music, which he self-taught upon the advice of his father. Elkin is commonly referred as "Elkin Kraken" amongst the fans.
On the other hand, the guitarist Andr?s Leiva contributes to the band his symphonic experience, gained as a student of the classical guitarist Pedro de Alc?ntara. Owner of a polished and virtuous technique, Leiva has been a member of a variety of different musical projects, making him a valuable addition to the band.
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