Jeff Kollman – Guitarist | Songwriter | Producer From his Toledo roots to stages around the world, Jeff Kollman has carved out a reputation as one of the most versatile and explosive guitarists of his generation. Known for his heavy, melodic style fused with jazz harmony, he has released 18 solo and band albums on his Marmaduke Records label and built a global fanbase with his fiery technique and deep musicality. Guitar Player’s Jude Gold calls him “the musical equivalent of an acetylene torch,” while Brave Words’ Martin Popoff hails his “coolest axe vocabulary on the planet.” Jeff has toured the world with rock and fusion legends, performing everywhere from the Kremlin Palace to Wembley Stadium, including 15 appearances at the Budokan with Japanese icon Eikichi Yazawa. His credits span Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Robin Zander (Cheap Trick), Danny Seraphine (Chicago), Sebastian Bach, UFO’s Phil Mogg, and his long-running fusion trio Cosmosquad with drummer Shane Gaalaas and bassist Kevin Chown. A sought-after session guitarist, Jeff’s work appears in hundreds of films, trailers, and TV shows. He co-created signature pedals praised by Steve Lukather and has been featured in top guitar magazines worldwide. Kollman’s music continues to bridge rock, fusion, and cinematic intensity—always with heart, precision, and unmistakable style.