"Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil."

Gladius -- n. {glad-ee-uh's}

1. sword

2.  virtuoso guitarist, composer, session-player, instructor, producer, and band-leader

3. epic Christian metal-fusion outfit

In an era when expertise and originality are often overlooked in lieu of fleeting flash and flare, Gladius defines innovation as a composer and mastery as an instrumentalist. Inspired by the great classical composers (Vivaldi), Spanish flamenco legends (Paco De Lucia), and melodic metal masters (Marty Friedman and Jason Becker), Gladius is perpetually pushing the boundaries of his Baroque-Ethnic-Metal fusion.

Just a few short years ago however, it appeared the guitarist's career might have been finished before it ever started.  A mysterious medical condition manifested its symptoms literally overnight.  On June 14th 2005, while studying classical guitar at Georgia State University's School of Music under professor John Sutherland, the aspiring virtuoso suddenly suffered from a rather crippling case of nerve damage, greatly hindering the sensation and dexterity of both hands...

Much later, on June 14th 2011, Gladius released a triumphant studio debut, celebrating recovery and bringing this story to vivid life for a whole world of listeners to hear:  

"The first type of music that actually goes 'Beyond the Riff'--exciting and different, building on the vision of this ministry."  Rob 'Priest' Duplantis, 'Beyond the Riff' (AM 1300 KSET Beaumont, TX)

For Musical Inquiries (booking, lessons, studio sessions, etc.) Write To:  gladiusbooking@rocketmail.com