Wacław "Vogg" Kiełtyka - Guitar

Date of birth: December 17, 1981
Born: Krosno, Poland
Other bands: Decapitated

Biography:

Musical Background & Education
Unlike many self-taught metal guitarists, Vogg is a formally trained musician with a deep classical foundation.

Academic Training:
He is a graduate of a musical school (first and second degree) and attended the Academy of Music in Kraków.

Multi-Instrumentalist:
While famous for his guitar work, his primary instrument of study was the accordion. He is also proficient in piano.

Musical Philosophy:
He often attributes his disciplined practice routine and complex songwriting structures to his classical training and accordion background.

Machine Head (2019–2023)
Vogg joined Machine Head in late 2019, replacing Phil Demmel.

The Audition:
Robb Flynn has mentioned that Vogg's audition was "flawless," noting his ability to master the band's complex catalog with ease.

Studio Work:
He provided lead guitar work on the 2022 album Øf Kingdøm and Crøwn.

Departure:
He officially moved on from Machine Head in late 2023/early 2024 to focus fully on Decapitated's demanding global schedule, though he remains on excellent terms with the band (occasionally filling back in for Reece Scruggs when needed).