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Born Vincent James Martellucci in New York City on November 11, 1945, Vince Martell is renowned as the guitarist and co-founder of Vanilla Fudge, a pioneering act in the 1960s psychedelic and hard rock scene. With a signature, heavy guitar style and a knack for memorable riffs, Martell helped shape a sound that bridged blues, soul, and early heavy rock. In 1966, he joined forces with Mark Stein, Tim Bogert, and Carmine Appice to form Vanilla Fudge, delivering timeless tracks and live performances that captured the imagination of rock fans across the United States.