“I think there's a whole group of kids out there that don't relate to the glitz and glamour of hanging out in clubs and partying all the time. So I think some people are just more real than that, and I think our fans are those kind of kids that need something to relate to, and I think we're the band to do it.”

American musician and rhythm guitarist, founding member of Avenged Sevenfold

Zacky Vengeance, born Zachary James Baker, is an American musician and rhythm guitarist. He is a founding member of the heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold and was voted Best Metal Guitarist in the World by Total Guitar in 2016, alongside his bandmate Synyster Gates. He is best known for his role in Avenged Sevenfold, where he helped shape the band from its beginnings. His public reputation is tied to heavy metal guitar work and performance, especially through his long association with the group and the recognition he received in 2016.