According to Riz
This list represents the top 25 bands that I believe represent greatness and have had a substantial influence on me. Each band must excel at songwriting, band business, and overall “one of a kind” presence and status. No particular order. Changes all the time.
Metallica
Megadeth
Iron Maiden
Annihilator
Judas Priest
Accept
Queensrÿche
Mercyful Fate
Savatage
Crimson Glory
Dio
W.A.S.P.
Skid Row
Tool
Iced Earth
In Flames
Black Sabbath/Ozzy
Pantera
Slayer
Anthrax
Death
Ratt
Motörhead
Deep Purple
Motley Crüe
Current fringe band – Hammerfall