Adrian Smith, born in Hackney, London, in 1957, is renowned as the guitarist for the iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden. Influenced by blues rock artists like Johnny Winter and Pat Travers, Smith's melodic playing style has been integral to Iron Maiden's sound. He joined the band in 1980, contributing to seminal albums such as "The Number of the Beast" and "Powerslave." After a brief departure in 1990, Smith rejoined Iron Maiden in 1999, continuing to shape their music. Beyond Iron Maiden, he has explored side projects like Primal Rock Rebellion and Smith/Kotzen, showcasing his versatility across genres. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Smith_%28musician%29?utm_source=openai))