Bofatron Sofasaurus

The Martian Monstrosity disappeared in 2001 but lives on in the imaginations of, perhaps, tens of people! 

AI Synopsis of the mighty BoSo

Bofatron Sofasaurus is one of the pseudonyms of Infinite Ego. Active in the early 2000s, he was renowned for his extreme-speed guitar demonstrations and satirical online presence. Through his website shredlikehell.com and kronosonic.com, he showcased guitar licks purportedly reaching speeds up to 70 notes per second [that's not true 😄], blending technical prowess with humor.

Musical Style and Influences

Bofatron's playing style was a fusion of avant-garde jazz, experimental rock, and high-speed shredding. He drew inspiration from a diverse range of artists, including:

• Jimi Hendrix and Neil Young: Early influences during his school years.

• Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, Jeff Beck, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Eric Johnson: Shaped his development as a guitarist.

• Vernon Reid of Living Colour: Introduced him to avant-garde and free jazz elements.

• John Coltrane, Eric Dolphy, and Miles Davis: Influenced his exploration into jazz and improvisation.

• Buckethead: Inspired his experimental and free-form approach to guitar playing.

Bofatron's compositions often featured triadic superimposition, chromaticism, and synthetic scales, deliberately avoiding neo-classical phrasing. His work was characterized by a perverse mixture of Buckethead-influenced shred and free-form improvisation.

Online Presence and Legacy

Beyond his musical endeavors, Bofatron/Infinite Ego was active on various guitar forums under various pseudonyms, sharing insights and engaging with the guitar community. His websites, shredlikehell.com and kronosonic.com, served as a platform for his experimental compositions and guitar techniques.

While Bofatron Sofasaurus may not have achieved mainstream recognition, his contributions to the guitar community, particularly in the realm of experimental and high-speed playing, have left a lasting impression.

If you're interested in exploring his work further, you might look for archived versions of shredlikehell.com or kronosonic.com or search for his compositions under the names Bofatron Sofasaurus or Infinite Ego.