Tim Henson

Tim Henson is a guitarist recognized for his work with the progressive rock band Polyphia, demonstrating a blend of instrumental rock, electronic music, and hip hop influences. After co-founding the progressive rock band Polyphia in 2010, Tim Henson quickly established himself as a guitarist recognized for his innovative blend of instrumental rock, electronic music, and hip hop influences. The band first gained widespread recognition through their instrumental guitar play-throughs on YouTube, particularly the track ‘Impassion’ from their debut EP Inspire, released in 2013. This early viral success was pivotal in establishing Polyphia’s presence within the instrumental guitar scene.

Following Inspire, Henson contributed to the band’s debut album Muse in 2014, which began to incorporate pop and rap elements and led to Polyphia signing with Equal Vision Records in 2015. Henson continued to drive Polyphia’s evolving sound with subsequent releases. The 2016 album Renaissance further explored hip hop and EDM influences, showcasing his integral role in the band’s artistic direction. This was followed by the EP The Most Hated in 2017.

In conjunction with this album, he introduced another signature instrument, the Ibanez TOD10N nylon-string guitar. In 2023, Polyphia released their first live album, Live at the Factory in Deep Ellum, which further showcased Henson’s dynamic stage presence and technical proficiency. Henson’s ongoing work solidifies his reputation as a guitarist celebrated for his genre-bending musical approach and profound technical skill. His distinctive style continues to influence contemporary musical trends, making him a highly sought-after talent for collaborations, endorsements, and live performances within the progressive music landscape and beyond.