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Did Johann Sebastian Bach influence heavy metal?
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Yes, Johann Sebastian Bach, a German composer, influenced heavy metal. Johann Sebastian Bach was a classical German composer born in 1685. Lead singer of heavy metal band Skid Row, Sebastian Bach, took his name from German composer Johann Sebastian Bach. Heavy Metal band Metallica released a live album with the San Francisco Symphony. Deep Purple, n English hard rock/heavy metal band has cited classical musicians as their inspiration.