Richie Kotzen
ActingAbout Richie Kotzen
Kotzen began playing piano at the age of five. At the age of seven, he was inspired to learn the electric guitar by the band Kiss. He started his career in a band named Arthur's Museum. Kotzen was eventually discovered by Shrapnel Records' Mike Varney, and he recorded his first solo album by the age of 19, the first of two instrumental records, simply entitled Richie Kotzen. He created the video Rock Chops for REH video in 1989, highlighting many of his formative techniques, including using wide-intervals and fluid sweeping. One year later, a second solo album called Fever Dream was released, which was the first one to also feature his lead vocals. Since then, Kotzen has released a long series of more than twenty albums with musical influences ranging from Rock, Hard Rock, Pop, Blues, Blue-eyed-soul, R&B and Funk to Jazz Fusion.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richie Kotzen reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Richie Kotzen's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 80% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richie Kotzen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Richie Kotzen – Live, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richie Kotzen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richie Kotzen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richie Kotzen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Winery Dogs : Dog Years - Live in Santiago and Beyond 2013-2016 | Himself - Vocals, Guitars | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Richie Kotzen – Live | Himself - vocals, guitar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Winery Dogs - Unleashed in Japan | Himself - Gituar, Vocals | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Mr. Big: Farewell Live in Japan | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Poison - Seven Days Live | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
Richie Kotzen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richie Kotzen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richie Kotzen is "Richie Kotzen – Live" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Richie Kotzen acted in?
Richie Kotzen has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Richie Kotzen?
Other notable films include "The Winery Dogs : Dog Years - Live in Santiago and Beyond 2013-2016", "Poison - Seven Days Live", and "The Winery Dogs - Unleashed in Japan".