# 'Alice in Chains Was a Huge Inspiration' — Leon Kennedy Voice Actor Says Grunge and Metal Inspired His Performance for the Resident Evil Character

> Nick Apostolides revealed the bands he listened to that helped shape his portrayal of Leon Kennedy in each of the Resident Evil Remake games, sharing some surprising picks from his playlist.

- **Source:** [Ign](https://www.ign.com/articles/leon-kennedy-voice-actor-says-metallica-nirvana-helped-shape-his-performance-for-the-resident-evil-character?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5ee4783e94d980303cb24a)
- **Published:** 2026-07-21
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #leon #alice #chains #evil #grunge #kennedy #metal #resident
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