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Tim Henson

@TimHenson ยท American

Tim Henson

Prog / Math Rock

ProgTappingModern

Biography

Tim Henson is the lead guitarist and composer of Polyphia, one of the most influential instrumental bands of the past decade. His style is immediately recognisable: impossible riffs executed with flawless cleanliness, trap and pop influences brought into the world of technical guitar, and a very carefully crafted visual aesthetic.

What makes Tim unique is not just his technique โ€” which is extraordinary โ€” but his musical vision. Polyphia has demonstrated that instrumental guitar can be contemporary, relevant and culturally connected to current trends without sacrificing technical complexity. Videos like 'G.O.A.T.' have introduced an entire generation to technical guitar.

His YouTube channel showcases his creative process as well as technique lessons and behind-the-scenes content from Polyphia's world. Tim is also a reference for aesthetics and personal branding in the modern guitar world.

Highlights

  • Lead guitarist and main composer of Polyphia
  • 'G.O.A.T.' is one of the most viral guitar videos in history
  • Unique fusion of pop/trap influences with technical guitar
  • Reference for aesthetics and personal branding in modern guitar

Most watched videos

Polyphia - Playing God (Official Music Video)

Polyphia - G.O.A.T. (Official Music Video)

Playing God Unplugged

G.O.A.T. Riff (Clip)

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