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Guitarist · Songwriter · Producer
Andy La Rocque
Four Decades of Metal
Lex Legion
Guitar & Production — Andy La Rocque
Lex Legion is a brand-new band built from an extraordinary meeting of old friends. Four-fifths of the classic late-1980s King Diamond lineup — La Rocque, Pete Blakk, Hal Patino, and Mikkey Dee — reunite alongside the soaring vocals of Nils K. Rue (Pagan's Mind) for a record that is part homecoming, part declaration.
The self-titled debut is a focused strike of pure heavy metal — forged in the spirit of a bygone era but alive with new energy. Razor-sharp arrangements, masterful musicianship, and an unwavering command of melody and harmony define a sound that feels both familiar and strikingly reborn.
“The right tempo and the right kind of vocals, both starting out like a fist in your face.” — Andy La Rocque
About
Four Decades of
Darkness & Melody
Andy La Rocque is a Swedish guitarist, songwriter and producer. From 1985 until 2026, he served as guitarist and songwriter in King Diamond, helping shape the band's signature sound across more than four decades. Today, his primary focus is Lex Legion and Sonic Train Studios.
Beyond King Diamond, La Rocque has contributed memorable guest solos to albums by Death, In Flames, Dimmu Borgir, HammerFall, At the Gates, Falconer, Witchery, Melechesh, and many more. He was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2007 and is consistently recognized as one of heavy metal's most skilled guitarists, citing Michael Schenker and Randy Rhoads as key influences.
In 2026, Andy steps forward with Lex Legion, a new band that reunites several legendary names from the classic metal world. With Andy on guitar and production, the project adds yet another monumental chapter to his long and influential career.
As owner of Sonic Train Studios in Varberg, Sweden, La Rocque is also a highly respected producer and engineer, having worked with Evergrey, In Flames, HammerFall, At the Gates, King of Asgard, Lord Belial, and many more.
Andy La Rocque — Selected Discography
Songs written, co-written or featuring Andy La Rocque as guest lead guitarist.
Signature Guitar
ESP LTD ALR-II
ESP LTD ALR-II — Andy La Rocque Signature Guitar
Specs
ESP LTD ALR-II
The LTD ALR-II is the Signature Series guitar for Andy La Rocque — built for the demands of his melodic yet aggressive playing style honed over four decades with King Diamond.
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Sonic Train Studios
Varberg, Sweden
Professional recording, mixing, and production facility. Two optimized control rooms for tracking and overdubs. Where metal is forged.