One could easily call this NWOTHM (New Wave of Traditional Heavy Metal) as these Californians carry the torch with traditional songwriting, sounding like they belong among the greats and classics.
I'm a huge haunt fan. Been following them for a few years now. I really dig his unplugged album and Burst into Flames.
His guitar work is mind-blowing
If you like him, check out Night Demon and Caldron