Paul Brandon Gilbert (born November 6, 1966) is an American
heavy metal guitarist. He is best known for being the co-founder of the band
Mr. Big. He was also a member of
Racer X, with whom he released several albums. Following Mr. Big's disbandment in 1996, Gilbert launched a solo career, for which he has released numerous solo albums, and featured in numerous collaborations and guest appearances on other musicians' albums.