INTRODUCTION
I fell in love with punk rock in the 80's, was floored the first time I saw Opposition Party. Started organising gigs for them and eventually joined OP as a guitarist in the early 90's. The music got more thrashy, though we still kept the punk rock vibe. Personally it was always about the attitude, musicality and musicianship was secondary.
PLAYING STYLE
Brian May's solo in Queen's Love Of My Life turned me on to the electric guitar. I bought books and tapes and learnt whatever I could - from The Ventures to Yngwie (tried but failed miserably). Played noisy punk rock with the band as that's the best way to express my angst. It was always just 'plug in and have a blast', rile up the audience and give them a good time, focus was rarely on making 'good' music.
MAIN INSTRUMENTS
1. Ibanez Roadstar 2, 80's
My very first guitar! Travelled all around the world with this, and forever my main axe.
2. Steinberger Spirit, 00's
Used mostly for band practice, smaller and lighter than a regular guitar, so easier to lug around.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Strings. Ernie Ball Regular Slinky.
Amps. Roland Cube 40 at home, anything available when performing.
Pedals. Started with the ever popular Metalzone! Also a Rat, Tech21 Sansamp and a bunch of others.
OTHER LOCAL GUITARISTS/BASSISTS YOU FIND INTERESTING
Randolf Arriola. Love his work with loops.
PHOTO ABOVE
My first and forever love.