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Catch an inner glimpse into the world of your favorite artists
by checking out Exclusive FPE interviews below. Enjoy!
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| A Room Full of Mirrors – Interview with Jimi Hendrix Biographer Charles Cross |
| July 31st, 2005 - Coinciding with the 35th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix's tragic death in 1970, Room Full of Mirrors is the definitive biography of rock 'n' roll's greatest guitarist. Meticulously researched and based on more than 300 interviews with those who knew him best -- more than half of whom have never spoken about him before | |
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| The Creation of Ohmwork – Geezer Butler and Pedro Howse Interview |
| July 9th, 2005 - FPE Agents had the pleasure of speaking with Mr. Geezer Butler and guitarist Pedro Howse about their latest G/Z/R recording Ohmwork. This CD is amazing so go check it out. Ohmwork is packed with hard hitting riffs and prophetic lyrics. Please read on. MP3 Samples are available at Geezer’s website.
Be sure to catch Geezer on the road with Black Sabbath on this summer’s Ozzfest. | |
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| Six Feet Under's Terry Butler - Bass from Below! |
| June 3rd, 2005 - Six Feet Under was a metal band reigning from the swamps of Florida before it was a TV show. Ok now we can move on. The band has just released "13" a collection of spooky, underneath the basement tunes that will rock you. FPE Agent F sat down with bassist Terry Butler to get to the bottom of the bottom end! Please read on. | |
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| Shoot-Out at the JP Corral - Roy Z on Producing Judas Priest’s Angel of Retribution |
| May 7th, 2005 - Roy Z is a multi-talented musician and record producer who has worked with artists such as Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford, Downset, and many more. He also plays mean-ass guitar with his band Tribe of Gypsies. Roy stopped by the FPE showroom to discuss his role as producer of the recently released reunited Judas Priest CD, Angel of Retribution. By Ferrante | |
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| Interview with Gerard Way of My Chemical Romance |
| April 2nd, 2005 - As he is walking around a Best Buy looking for anime, Gerard Way speaks as eloquently on his cell phone as he does to a sold-out crowd. The difference is his obvious more subdues tone, but the same convictions he shares with the audience, he shares with this writer. It was their day off, and Way took his shopping time out to speak with FPE about the Taste of Chaos tour, the challenges they put on the music masses and the upcoming Green Day tour. | |
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| The California Guitar Trio discuss their latest CD, Whitewater |
| February 19th, 2005 - FPE's Ferrante recently sat down with Paul Richards and Bert Lams of the California Guitar Trio to discuss their latest CD Whitewater. Please read on for insight into the playing of the most exciting acoustic trio around today. Do yourself a favor and check this group out live!
Click Here to see them in action at the Winter NAMM show | |
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| Queensryche - Mindcrime Part II - An Interview with Geoff Tate by: Jason Perlman |
| February 18th, 2005 - Geoff Tate, the almost unbelievably soft-spoken, orchestral singer for Queensryche took some time out to talk to FPE about future of Mindcrime. What started as a project that would either make or break the band in the 1980s has become the staple of what the fan base wants to know about. The concept album came out in 1988 and fans to this day try to figure out the storyline, plot and life of the characters in the story. Almost 20 years later, the continued success of Mindcrime has led the singer taking a new path, as he is working on the screenplay for Operation: Mindcrime, and taken the band down the old road again, as they are recording and looking to release the sequel to Mindcrime later this year. Here is what the wordsmith had to say about the project. | |
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| Daniel Lanois - Finding True Heart and Soul in Modern Music |
| February 2nd, 2005 - Called "the most important record producer to emerge in the Eighties" by Rolling Stone, Daniel Lanois has drawn kudos for his work with U2, Peter Gabriel, and Bob Dylan. Like his sometime collaborator Brian Eno, Lanois has shown a flair for delicate, atmospheric touches, both in producing material for other musicians and in his own projects as a composer and recording artist. Stressing emotional vibrancy over the technical aspects of making albums, Lanois has recorded in such unlikely settings as castles and dairy barns in his efforts to elicit honest, spontaneous performances. The results of this visceral approach have ranged from the soaring intensity of his Grammy-winning co production (with Eno) of U2's The Joshua Tree to the moody, understated passion of Lanois' solo efforts. | |
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| Shane Fontayne - Playing Guitar With the Stars |
| February 1st, 2005 - You might not recognize the name Shane Fontayne but chances are you have heard Shane’s playing or seen him perform live. As a guitar player, Shane has shared the stage and studio with an impressive list of rock music’s elite, including Bruce Springsteen, U2, Paul Simon, Shania Twain, Bryan Adams, and Rod Stewart. Most recently, Shane was invited to accompany Bono, The Edge, Elvis Costello, Norah Jones, Sheryl Crow, Mary J. Blige, Patti LaBelle and B.B. King with Wynonna at the pre-Grammy Music Cares event in New York honoring Bono as “Person of the Year.” Shane is currently preparing to embark on the upcoming Sting tour. Check out what Shane had to say about playing alongside today's top musicians in this exclusive FPE interview. | |
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| Recording Queens Of The Stone Age - Producer Joe Barresi Tells All! |
| January 20th, 2005 - Joe Barresi is an expert knob-twiddler. He recently completed work on the new Queens of the Stone Age CD, Lullabies to Paralyze.
Here is some back ground on Joe. He started playing guitar when he was 7, and played in local bands in and around his home in New York and in Florida. He studied classical guitar and music theory at the University of South Florida, and transferred to the University of Miami where he also studied piano and music engineering. While there he logged a huge number of hours recording and developing local bands in Miami. | |
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| There is No Escape! The Dillinger Escape Plan |
| January 10th, 2005 - The Dillinger Escape Plan is a band to be reckoned with. They've got chops and their live show is as energetic and chaotic as they come. A furious blend of metal, jazz, and alternative styling define DEP. Their latest release is entitled Miss Machine and is available on Relapse Records. FPE Agent F had a chance to speak to drummer Chris Pennie in Los Angeles prior to the band's sold out stint at the El Ray Theater. Please Read ON! | |
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| Rocking with The Donnas |
| December 20th, 2004 - FPE Agent F recently had the pleasure of witnessing The Donnas soundcheck before their sold-out Los Angeles House of Blues performance. The band is touring in support of their new CD, Gold Medal. This is one solid disc from start to finish. No filler tunes, just great song, after great song. The guitar playing is ripping. The grooves are jamming and the vocals are so sweet! Read on to learn more about guitarist Allison Robertson and bassist Maya Ford. Then check out a video on Allison by clicking here . Note the killer vibrato via Allison's fingers! | |
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| Exclusive Interview with Mike Wengren of Disturbed |
| December 6th, 2004 - FPE Agent J recently had the pleasure of speaking with Disturbed drum wizard Mike Wengren. The band is currently writing and recording for their next release of skull-crushing metal. Read on for a sneak peek into the world of Disturbed! | |
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| Duff McKagan and Velvet Revolver |
| December 2nd, 2004 - The Scene: Late afternoon. A hit-making recording studio based in North Hollywood, CA. Intense energy buzzing about the building. A guitar player known as Slash sits inside the green room drinking coffee. Bassist Duff McKagan emerges from room “A” looking balanced and full of positive energy. He has just completed tracking with Velvet Revolver, a powerhouse band made up of former members of Guns and Roses and Stone Temple Pilots. An explosive combination of talent and history. A group of men not without their demons. | |
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| The Fine Art of Black Metal: Interview with Satyricon's Frost by FPE Agent Chris Lisee |
| November 24th, 2004 - With their dark lyrics and haunting imagery, Satyricon, from Norway, are one of the most widely revered Black Metal bands in the world today. Their latest CD "Volcano" has been released through EatURmusic/Columbia. The album has already received four awards being, the Norwegian Grammy for "Best Metal Album." Metal Hammer Germany journo Robert Müller raves, "This darkness is no romantic invention, no abstract delusion, but derived from firsthand experience. The sound of "Volcano" is the sound of the cozy cocoon of civilization torn apart; it envisions the cold emptiness behind." | |
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| The Section Quartet Interview |
| November 18th, 2004 - Check out this exclusive FPE Interview with violinist Eric Gorfain. And then check out their video in our Media Section!
The Section Quartet is an LA based group consisting of two violins, viola, and cello. And they will rock your head right off! That's right folks no tea and crumpet string quartet here. Oh no. The Section Quartet performs instrumental takes on both classic and modern rock songs from artists such as Radiohead, Led Zeppelin, Jeff Buckley and Tool... | |
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| Living A Life of Metal in the PainMuseum |
| November 12th, 2004 - Here it is folks. Check out Metal Mike's PainMuseum. This is the metal CD you have been waiting for. It has the all necessary elements of a classic - great songs, guitar tone, riffs, monster drums, and a vocalist with power and style. It is not nu metal. It is Ancient Metal. Like dark prophets charging forward on mighty steeds. You get the picture. Spikes are back. Fangs are out. Standout cuts include Speak the Name, Hosanna, Words Kill Everything, and Burn Flesh Burn........... | |
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| Killswitch Engage - Metal Beast from the East! by Chris Lisee |
| August 29th, 2004 - Killswitch Engage have not merely become standard-bearers for GENERATION HEAVY. With The End of Heartache, the standard has been re-ignited by a band unafraid to rewrite the rules of the game. The current version of Killswitch is rounded out by original members Mike D (bass) Joel Stroetzel (guitar), Adam D (guitar), vocalist Howard Jones, and new drummer Justin Foley. Foley comes to the band via Jones and his other current project (Blood Has Been Shed). All the members of this band bring to it a respectability and integrity that collectively has made a mark on bands throughout the heavy music scene. Check out this exclusive FPE interview below. Enjoy! | |
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| Scott Travis- The Power Behind The Priest! |
| August 16th, 2004 - Drummer Scott Travis is currently on the road with metal's finest - Judas Priest. The band is performing on the main stage of Ozzfest and the word on the street is that Scott and JP are stealing the show! From his time with Racer-X to the present, Scott constantly pushes the boundary of drumming. Check out what Scott had to say in this exclusive FPE interview. | |
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| Drum Wizard Bobby Jarzombek - Landing on Iced Earth! |
| August 5th, 2004 - From Riot to Halford to his latest gig with Iced Earth, drummer Bobby Jarzombek continues to amaze and inspire anyone who has had the privilege of seeing him perform. Speed, chops, and power - Jarzombek has it all. Read on to learn more about Bobby's impressive career. And for all you aspiring drummers out there, heed his advice! | |
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| Meet Drummer Dean Butterworth |
| August 1st, 2004 - Drummer Dean Butterworth has been performing professionally behind the drum kit for sixteen years. He is currently on the road with the king of mope -Morrissey, playing to sold-out venues in the US and UK. Dean has also performed and recorded with Ben Harper, John Lee Hooker, and many other artists. FPE met up with Dean during a recent Morrissey rehearsal in Hollywood to discuss all things drum. Please read on! | |
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| Slipknot Interview |
| June 20th, 2004 - Slipknot's latest CD is entitled Vol. 3 (The Subliminal Verses) and it rocks! Any player looking for a lesson in tone, style, and monster riffing will find it all on this CD. From full-ahead speed metal to acoustic textures, Vol 3. has it all. FPE sat down with guitarist Jim Root to find out a bit more about the recording process. Please read on! | |
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| Jeordie White Completes the Circle |
| May 14th, 2004 - “I was a bit worried about doing this interview because I don’t pay that much attention to the technical aspects of bass. I wasn’t sure I would have anything important to say,” states musician Jeordie White. “I am more focused on songwriting and the art of music than on bass specifically. I use the bass as a tool to create my music.” | |
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| God Forbid - The New Wave of American Metal has arrived. |
| April 14th, 2004 - With three full-length releases and almost a decade of experience under their belts, God Forbid has unleashed the most cohesive and dynamic offering possible with their latest CD Gone Forever. Propelled by the blistering guitar duo of Doc and Dallas Coyle and the rock-solid rhythm section of Jon Outcalt (bass) and Corey Pierce (drums), each of the album’s 10 tracks rocks hard. This is all capped off with the guttural screams, sinister aggression, and thought-provoking lyrics of Byron Davis on vocals, who proves he is one of the most commanding frontmen in the genre today. God Forbid has spent the latter half of 2003 on tour alongside the likes of Atreyu, Darkest Hour and fellow hometown giants E-Town Concrete devastating audiences with their new material. However, it would be their slot on the massive MTV2 sponsored Headbanger’s Ball tour that would cap off an already stellar year. Recall how stunned you were after first hearing Metallica’s Kill Them All and Slayer’s Reign In Blood because this album is going to hit you just as hard. Check out the exclusive FPE interview below. | |
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| Anne McCue: Ballad of an Outlaw Woman |
| April 12th, 2004 - Guitarist-singer-songwriter Anne McCue’s latest album is entitled ROLL and is available on Messenger Records. Anne grew up in Sydney, Australia but has traveled the world with her guitar in hand. She has wowed audiences with her intense slide playing skills and blues based songwriting. A true artist, Anne has never given up on her dream of self-expression through music and art. Check out Roll and turn it UP! We think you’ll agree that the CD should have been named Rock and Roll because it does just that! | |
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| Damage Plan Interview |
| March 18th, 2004 - “When we first started putting DamagePlan together, we knew we were going to have to get a kick ass vocalist,” says Vinnie Paul, former Pantera founding member. Enter PAT LACHMAN former HALFORD and DIESEL MACHINE guitarist. Pat says he was very cautious, at first, stepping up to the plate with two members of a group that he had grown up with. “At first it was a little intimidating, but the personal relationship I had with Dime relaxed me a little bit. Born in Portland, Oregon, Pat started playing guitar and writing songs at the age of twelve. When he was twenty years old, he relocated to L.A., where in addition to his work in Diesel Machine, he wrote and recorded 3 albums with Rob Halford. Read on for an exclusive FPE interview with the voice of Damageplan. | |
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| Death Metal Meltdown – Opeth Exclusive |
| March 14th, 2004 - Sweden’s Opeth are best known as a heavy-weight Death Metal band. Their music is intense, punishing, and heavy. Their latest release Damnation takes a turn in quite the opposite direction. Damnation’s music is quiet, acoustic and introspective, full of melody and dynamics not often associated with a death metal act. FPE sat down with Opeth frontman Mikael Åkerfeldt to discuss the new CD and his thoughts on all things guitar. Enjoy! | |
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| Himsa - Putting Seattle Back on the Metal Map |
| March 10th, 2004 - FPE is proud to present the following exclusive interview with the new kings of metal Himsa. What does that band name mean you ask? Well, the word “himsa” is a Sanskrit word meaning “rage and wrath.” So that should give you an idea about the power and speed of Himsa’s precise metal masterpieces. Himsa hail from Seattle and consist of band members Johnny Pettibone on vocals, Kirby Johnson and Matt Wicklund on guitar, Derek Harn on bass, and Chad Davis on drums. Himsa’s music is laced with dueling guitar leads and harmonies, dark and thought-provoking lyrics, and a tight, pounding rhythm section. These guys can play. The band’s latest Prosthetic Records CD is entitled Courting Tragedy and Disaster. Check it out. | |
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| Shadow’s Fall Rocks! |
| February 1st, 2004 - I have my headphones on right now. It is 11 PM and I don’t want to disturb the neighbors with my blasting of the “The Art of Balance” by Shadow’s Fall. Thus the headphones. This CD rocks hard. You need to hear it. These are the questions I came up with for the band. | |
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| Munky & Head of KORN |
| December 17th, 2003 - Hear what the creators of Nu-Metal have to say about all things Guitar! | |
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| Brad Fernquist (Michelle Branch) |
| December 16th, 2003 - Brad Fernquist has performed as a guitarist for The New Radicals, Fastball, Danielle Brisebouis, and Michelle Branch. Brad has traveled the world with these artists appearing on numerous television broadcasts including the Tonight Show and Late Night with David Letterman. Brad is based in Los Angeles. | |
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| Troy Van Leeuwen (QOTSA) |
| September 8th, 2003 - Queens of the Stone Age, A Perfect Circle, Enemy. Guitar wizard Troy Van Leeuwen is in demand. | |
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| John 5 (Marilyn Manson) |
| August 8th, 2003 - Guitarist John Lowrey lives an interesting life. By day he is disciplined student of the guitar. He has a fondness for chicken-pickin’ and recently acquired a “killer” banjo. By night, he becomes John 5, lead guitarist for the infamous shock-rocker Marilyn Manson, whose latest CD The Golden Age of Grotesque, will be released by Interscope Records on May 13 followed by a headlining slot on this summer’s Ozzfest tour. Whichever personality he takes on, John’s one constant is his love of the guitar... | |
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| Ken Andrews (Year of the Rabbit) |
| August 7th, 2003 - History. Chemistry. Mystery. These words describe the LA foursome known as Year of the Rabbit. Led by Ken Andrews of the critically acclaimed band Failure, Year Of The Rabbit recorded their guitar-heavy debut CD themselves at their home studio (Andrews is also a producer/mixer whose credits include Pete Yorn, A Perfect Circle, Jimmy Eat World, Tenacious D, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, and Creeper Lagoon)... | | |
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