Bettencourt is best known for his role as the lead guitarist of the Boston rock band Extreme, whose hits include acoustic ballads "More Than Words" and "Hole Hearted". In addition to his contribution to the world of rock and heavy metal, Bettencourt draws from an eclectic variety of styles and influences that is heard in his unique rhythm patterns and his ability to arpeggiate notes through string tapping. His guitar playing has attracted the attention of audiences from a wide span of genres, as well as some of the biggest pop names in the industry

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