WRITER
Ylve Luttropp first glimpsed Heavy Metal at a Day On The Green event in Oakland, California, on 23 July 1977. She went to see Led Zeppelin, but that quickly changed when she discovered Judas Priest and was mesmerised by the songs The Ripper, Let Us Prey/Call For The Priest, and Dissident Aggressor.

"They can take you where you've never been
Clear the haze inside your brain
End it all and start again
You've been reborn."
(Adapted from Enter the Storm, Baptizm Of Fire, 1996)

A veteran of the legendary US Festival, Ylve grew up alongside the golden era of Heavy Metal.

Her writing blends firsthand history with the insight of someone who witnessed the era's giants up close. She shares her knowledge, enthusiasm and deep respect for the artists who shaped Metal and rock history.

Favourite guitarist: Glenn Tipton
Favourite album: Baptizm Of Fire, Glenn Tipton's 1996 solo album