Gian Granados

Gian Granados is a Mexican guitarist, composer, and vocalist best known as a co-founding member of the progressive metal band Anima Tempo. His playing combines technical precision with melodic expression, drawing from progressive metal while incorporating modern techniques and cinematic influences.
Throughout his career, Gian has performed extensively across Mexico, Europe, and Japan, establishing Anima Tempo as one of the most internationally recognized progressive metal bands to emerge from Mexico. The band's music has earned worldwide attention for its musicianship and ambitious compositions with their 2 LP's (Caged in Memories $ Chaos Paradox), leading to performances alongside renowned international artists and appearances at major festivals as Euroblast (Germany), UK Tech Fest (United Kingdom), Hell & Heaven Metal Fest (Mexico), México Metal Fest (Mexico), Prog Power Europe (Netherlands), Ready for Prog Fest (France) , Helsinki Tech Fest (Finland) and Everloud (Japan)
As both a guitarist and songwriter, Gian Granados believes that technique should always serve emotion. His approach combines the precision and complexity of progressive metal with memorable melodies, dynamic arrangements, and a strong emotional core.
Through his work with Anima Tempo, Gian continues to share this philosophy with audiences worldwide through studio recordings, international tours, and collaborations within the global progressive metal community, always striving to balance innovation, expression, and musical authenticity.