Learn More about Dalton Andrew

Dalton Andrew
Guitarist • Songwriter • Founder of DRACA SPYR®

 

 

 

Known throughout the local music scene and on social media as Dalton Andrew, Dalton Andrew Zeigler is a Pennsylvania guitarist, songwriter, and founder of DRACA SPYR® and also Guitarist for Murder Method. Inspired by the timeless sounds of Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Dio, Judas Priest, and many of heavy metal’s legendary guitarists, he has spent years developing a style built on memorable melodies, expressive lead guitar work, and dynamic solos.

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A left-handed guitarist with a background in music business and audio engineering, Dalton combines traditional heavy metal influences with a passion for songwriting, performance, and musicianship. As founder, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter of DRACA SPYR®, he continues to pursue his vision of keeping guitar-driven heavy metal alive for a new generation.

 

 

 

 

  

Bands That Have Inspired Dalton

• Black Sabbath
• Iron Maiden
• Dio
• Judas Priest
• Savatage
• Journey
• Megadeth
• Death
• Nevermore
• Sanctuary
• Children of Bodom
• Wintersun
• DragonForce
• Black Label Society
• HammerFall
• Beast in Black
• Dethklok

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Guitarists That Have Influenced Dalton

• Tony Iommi
• Dave Mustaine
• Zakk Wylde
• Alexi Laiho
• Jeff Loomis
• Yngwie Malmsteen
• Herman Li
• Michael Romeo
• Jari Mäenpää
• Chuck Schuldiner
• Dario Lorina
• Brendon Small

 

Gear of Choice

• ESP
• Jackson
• Schecter
• Solar

• Wylde Audio​​​​​​​

• Legator

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​​​​Equipment of Choice

• Kemper Profiler
• Marshall Cabinet
• Ernie Ball Strings
• Swiss Picks

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Dalton's Other Interests

• Chess
• Reading
• Movies
• Backgammon
• Magic: The Gathering

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Favorite Books

• A Song of Ice and Fire
• Berserk (Manga)
• ‘Salem’s Lot
• The Witcher

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Favorite Movies

• The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
• Alien
• Conan the Barbarian