Richard Z. Kruspe

# Richard Z. Kruspe

German musician and founding member of Rammstein, the pioneering Neue Deutsche Härte act that blends industrial metal with electronic elements. As lead guitarist, Kruspe has shaped the band’s signature sound across eight studio albums, establishing himself as a key architect of their heavy, synth-driven aesthetic that bridges metal and electronic music.

Beyond Rammstein, Kruspe leads Emigrate, an industrial metal/electronic project that showcases his solo vision. With four studio albums to his name, Emigrate explores darker electronic territories and industrial soundscapes, allowing Kruspe to experiment more freely with synthesizers and electronic production while maintaining the aggressive edge characteristic of his work.