I have a blue bass with blue lights and a white bass with white lights, and it blows my mind. Member Of. In 2009, Kweens also joined L.A. Wikipedia, American musician best known as the lead guitarist of the Seattle-based rock band Soundgarden, which he cofounded with singer Chris Cornell and bassist Hiro Yamamoto in 1984. Genre. But I think I would be pretty good at it. Do you think having a background in saxophone and clarinet enables you to pick up on guitar parts or more melodic counterpoint with your bass playing? I don’t even know what I would do. Jerry will write a bunch of riffs, and then nothing will happen for a while. Whether you're a washer-dryer repairman or a mechanic… alcoholism and drug addiction seems to go through all walks of life. He’s lucky and he knows it. Tell me about your Warwick basses and why you like them. It’s crazy. Also a member of Sato, Gypsy Rose and Sun Red Sun. Wikipedia, American musician and author, who is best known as having been the longtime bassist for the band Pantera (1982–2003). Replaced by Mike Inez in 1993. What’s your takeaway from those experiences? He is of Filipino descent. Star Sign. By late 1993 Inez had moved on to his next project. Wikipedia, British rock musician, best known as the lead guitarist of the band The Cult. Mike Inez. It’s the best thing that ever happened to me. There are so many layers on the record, so live, we have to cheat — like, I’ll play guitar parts on bass in certain parts to fill in some spots. Or, say, “Highway Star” [Deep Purple]. It’s all how you look at it, too. Inez has also worked with other well known musical acts such as Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society, and Heart. Do you have a practice regimen? Lovely artists. Ozzy bought it for me in 1990, and we put in new pickups in ’93 on a tour in Europe. In fact, I just bought a ’72 Tele. Find Mike Inez similar, influenced by and follower information on AllMusic ... on Amazon Music Unlimited (ad) Born . Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from Mike Inez. Mike Inez began his career in music by playing guitar and saxophone. I think you have to let music kind of just happen. In 1987, Rhodes co-wrote the lead-off minor hit title track from Y&T's album Contagious. See more ideas about mike inez, alice in chains, mike starr. Alice in Chains Slash's Snakepit Heart. I have a great guitar collection. Wikipedia, American musician and songwriter. Mike Starr. Wikipedia, American musician best known as the original bassist for the rock band Alice in Chains, which he played with from the band's formation in 1987 until January 1993. I’m just one of those guys — I don’t drink, I don’t do drugs, I don’t go out very much. Wikipedia, American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1984 by singer and rhythm guitarist Chris Cornell, lead guitarist Kim Thayil , and bassist Hiro Yamamoto. A band being with me in various moments throughout my life, the better and the not so great ones. I’m going to go play with these guys every night.” I just feel the universe is always pushing me forward somehow. ... American musician, guitarist, bassist, music producer and recording engineer. But it’s bullshit. Nirvana achieved massive success, earning multiple gold and platinum awards and touring around the world at sold-out shows. I’ll grab my favorite bass and meet you at the studio.” And he said, “I’m down in Orange County.” So, I said, “Well, I’m not going to drive to Orange County to play on one song, so I’m going to play on like, five [laughs]. Even when you’re sliding, or if you hit a harmonic by accident, it’s always musical — it’s such a musical bass. Of course he does but it’s not what you think. Wikipedia, This will create an email alert. Watching the music video for “Clouds,” a track from Voicemails & Conversations, the 2019 debut album from Pittsburgh R&B and soul act INEZ, is a welcome escape in the midst of COVID-19. Darryl had a couple of ’69 classic Ampeg heads up there and two 8x10 cabinets. In 1984, Wright formed the band Mistrust along with singer Kevin Wells (later replaced by Jeff L'Heureux from Culprit), guitarist Michael Winston, bassist Tim Wolfe, and drummer Chris Gohde. He plays guitar more than any other person I know. I wish I’d had YouTube when I was coming up as a kid. Mike Inez is similar to these musical artists: Sean Kinney, Alice in Chains, Jerry Cantrell and more. It was just so beautiful. Like, when Jerry goes into a lead, I bring it up a 3rd and play some of his harmony parts. He is also recognized for his work with Ozzy Osbourne from 1989–1993. Named the 100th greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone in 2010 and the 67th greatest guitarist of all time by SPIN in 2012. The only real difference I got going on now is I’m using Fishman Fluence pickups. We did Rock am Ring [Mendig, Germany], Rock im Park [Nuremberg, Germany], these big Formula One racetracks. Each episode profiles and interviews a popular musical artist or group. Anaheim, California. The trajectory of Mike Inez’s musical career is so whimsical, it would be a fairytale if it weren’t entirely true. Member of Hellyeah for 12 years from 2006 until his death in 2018. So, I think he’s going to jump into that in October. During his time in the band, which followed the departure of founding bassist Mike Starr, Inez spent the next nine years laying the sludgy foundation for Staley's mordant howls and harrowing harmonies on the group's Jar of Flies EP and self-titled and MTV Unplugged albums. Both albums were also milestones for the band, in that each debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, with the EP spawning the band’s first #1 single on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart. Last year, AIC released Rainier Fog, which saw them return to their Seattle hometown to record for the first time in 20 years. Did anything change about the tunes when you started playing them live? Usually, on the song “Red Giant,” I switch to a guitar part. But we’re always jamming and we’re always creating. We talked to Inez at Jones Beach Amphitheater on Long Island, New York, where he was happy to discuss his life on and off the road, his newly designed Fishman pickups, his practice regimen(s), and his infectious, upbeat outlook on life. Maternal uncle of Birmingham based guitarist, Jack Mansell Wikipedia, American musician, best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Heart. The program examines the beginning of their career, their road to success and the hardships they may have encountered. That’s all I did as a kid. Born in Bakersfield, California; his father, Doug DeRoo, was a well-known radio DJ. He is of Filipino descent. But I have to be careful about what I say yes to — I say yes, and then I’m on the road for four months again, and it’s just me and my tech in Japan or whatever. A guy in Germany, who has passed away, was making them. When Ronnie James Dio’s Heaven and Hell came out, it was such a big event in my life. My fear is that there’s a Kurt Cobain kid out there that’s not going to go into music because there’s no future in it, there’s no money for it, and it’s too hard, you know? It was our third record with Nick Raskulinecz, and we’ve learned to really trust him in the studio. Former member of Down , and is the former bassist for the band Kill Devil Hill. Career; Ozzy Osbourne (1989–1993) Discover video clips of recent music performances and more on MTV. Inez has also worked with other popular musical acts such asOzzy Osbourne,Slash's Snakepit,Black Label Society, andHeart. Wikipedia, American musician, singer, songwriter, producer, and film composer. Matt Cameron became the band's full-time drummer in 1986, while bassist Ben Shepherd became a permanent replacement for Yamamoto in 1990. Find Mike Inez credit information on AllMusic AllMusic. I don’t know what to tell you, but I love it. See more ideas about mike inez, alice in chains, mike starr. So, Fishman put my bass in this MRI-like machine that shows the magnetic throw off the pickups. Inez: "Drug addiction is beyond music business. It usually comes naturally, but sometimes I’ll force myself — like, “I’m going to learn [Rush’s] ‘La Via Strangiato’ if it’s the last thing I do and it takes me four days.” And I’ll really get into it. The band rose to international fame in the early 1990s during Seattle's grunge movement, and became known for Staley's distinct vocal style and tenor voice, as well as the harmonized vocals between him and guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell. Alice In Chains, Rainier Fog [2017, BMG]; Mark Morton, Anesthetic [2019, Spinefarm] — tracks 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, Basses Two Warwick Streamer Stage I’s (moonburst & go-kart blue sparkle), Spector NS-2 (drop D tuning), Warwick Starbass II, Rigs Ampeg SVT-IIPRO, 1969 and 1972 Ampeg SVTs (formerly owned by Van Halen), Ampeg SVT-810E, Ampeg SVT18 (custom), Ampeg PN-210HLF Pro Neo Series 2x10 monitors, Strings Dean Markley Blue Steel (.050–.105), Picks Dunlop Tortex Pitch Black Standard 1.0mm, Accessories Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI. I like to say that working with other people gets me out of my own hamster wheel. Share. I love all the early stuff, but, boy, Heaven and Hell had such a modern twist. I went into a studio in L.A., Dave Bianco’s old studio [Dave’s Studio, formerly known as Mama Jo’s], and Paul Figueroa, our second engineer, went with me. Wikipedia, American musician, best known as the current co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the rock band Alice in Chains. So, they took my [Warwick Streamer Stage I] moonburst bass, which we found out had fake EMG pickups from the ’90s in it. Inez is of Filipino ancestry. What do you do when you are not on tour? Apr 29, 2019 - Explore m's board "Mike inez" on Pinterest. It would have been a great tool. William has a solo album coming out, just one guitar and one voice. So, on these dark stages, I’ll reach down and click that little switch, and the fret markers light up on the top. It makes everybody small. So, are you writing new tunes when you’re hanging out? When I joined Ozzy’s band, learning Geezer Butler’s lines and especially Bob Daisley’s lines … Bob had such a great sense of melody and parts, so I went to the “University of Ozzy Osbourne.” [Guitarist] Zakk Wylde and I would always say that. Mike Inez was born on May 14, 1966 in San Francisco, California, USA as Michael Inez. We’re really a good ball team; we’ve always got each other’s backs. Michael Inez He has amicably been known as "Puffy", "Puffster" or "The Puff", in reference to the afro hair style he wore in the early 1980s. I’m sorry. It’s a process of elimination. Last time I was home for a bit, Mark Morton from Lamb Of God called and said, “Hey, will you play on a song?” I said, “Okay, where are you at? He first achieved fame as a member of the Vinnie Vincent Invasion along with future Slaughter bandmate Mark Slaughter. Wikipedia, American musician who is best known for his nine-year tenure as bassist in the hard rock band Beautiful Creatures. We got it as close as it’s ever going to get. I giggle onstage every time I see it. But according to Inez, who replaced original bassist Mike Starr in 1993 when the band toured in support of his chart-topping album Dirt, there was a … Each one, you go in with expectations, but it grows on its own, just like a child that has its own personality, and all the band guys will be in a different spot, good or bad. Chris ... https://goo.gl/FJ17JZ Music video by Alice In Chains performing Your Decision. ... Mike Inez & Tim "Ripper" Owens) The Michael Schenker Group. We were in that era of MTV, and it was such a special time and we didn’t even know how great it was, you know? Member of Sister before going on to form London with his Sister bandmate Lizzie Grey. Every band now, you can look up on your phone and it’s the same exact font. Interview: Mike Inez – Alice In Chains. Of course he does but it’s not what you think. May 14, 1966 in San Fernando, CA. Frank Falbo, who used to work at Seymour Duncan, had this idea, and Larry Fishman gave him the green light to do it. Share. That’s one of the good things about digital technology now [laughs]. The motivation is important. Photo of Mike Inez - Alice in Chains Performing Live at Sonisphere Festival 2009 - Day Two - Picture 1. Chemistry is so important, too. The tones, everything just came together. Get me a hotel room and give me the address to the studio.” So, I went down there, and I got to track live with Steve Gorman from the Black Crowes — he’s such a great drummer — and Myles Kennedy [Alter Bridge] was singing on stuff, and I did tracks with Roy Mayorga [Stone Sour], who’s an amazing drummer, and [drummer] Ray Luzier from Korn, so I got to jam with these cool people. Born to Alvin and Ruth Bruce. 29 Songs. I thought they were a really good band. “It’s been a really good tour,” he surmises. Still. ... American musician, guitarist, bassist, music producer and recording engineer. Born on an American military base in Okinawa, Japan. It’s cool, because it happens kind of naturally. Are you playing a lot of new material on the Korn tour? Listen to music from Mike Inez like Sweet Emotion, War Pigs & more. Wikipedia, American musician, best known for being the drummer and co-founder of the rock band Alice in Chains. They were the fake ones, so I could never match that tone [on other basses]. You’ve been blessed to jam with some cool people. Mike Inez(born May 14, 1966)is an Americanrockmusicianbest known for his role as thebassistofAlice In Chains. Wikipedia, American musician, songwriter, radio host, and photographer, best known as the co-founder, bassist, and primary songwriter of the band Mötley Crüe. With that, I hope it's going to rain. Find top songs and albums by Mike Inez including Iron Man (feat. Listen to music by Mike Inez on Apple Music. American rock musician best known for his role as the bassist of Alice in Chains since 1993. I was always trying to match that tone, and I could never match it. Music, Film, TV and Political ... which consists of friends and bassist Mike Inez, who somehow didn’t wind up on the Alice squad. It was amazing to watch. Inez has also worked with other well known musical acts such as Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society, and Heart. Find Mike Inez credit information on AllMusic. I hope the guys enjoyed it at least as much as I did. I’m blessed with a positive personality, I guess; I just really love music. Kinney also founded the short-lived supergroup Spys4Darwin, and has collaborated with Johnny Cash, Metallica, and played drums for his Alice in Chains bandmate Jerry Cantrell's first solo album, Boggy Depot (1998). You are legends to me... See more ideas about alice in chains, layne staley, alice. Replaced Mike Starr as the bassist for music group, Alice in Chains. Wikipedia, American musician, guitarist, bassist, music producer and recording engineer. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Keith Richards once said, “I realized a long time ago that you don’t write songs; you receive them.”. It takes the pressure off, too, in a way. Like, why are you doing this? Gerard Way Alice In Chains Albums Mike Inez Jerry O'connell Mike Starr. Did you get to check out the Fishman pickups before going on tour? We’ve got this band Ho99o9 [pronounced “Horror”] opening for us, with the drummer from Dillinger Escape Plan [Chris Pennie], and they play to tapes and use keyboards, but it’s the most punk-rock show; it’s so high-energy. Baby Names Inspired By Bands & Musical Groups. Mike Inez (born May 14, 1966) [2] is an American rock musician best known for his role as the bassist of Alice in Chains since 1993. Miss you Layne & mike. We thought, ‘Oh, we’ll always sell CDs and there will always be Tower Records.’ I’m traveling the world, and even the shopping malls are empty now.”. I’ve got seven prototypes, so I’ve been using those on this tour. Browse more than 100,000 pictures of celebrity and movie on AceShowbiz. Do you ever work on bass technique when you’re at home playing? He has been the bassist of the American heavy metal band Metallica since 2003. I’ve seen clinics that are a bit too professorial, but hanging out, asking questions, showing people stuff — I think that would be fun. Mike Inez Picture 1 - Alice in Chains Performing Live at Sonisphere Festival 2009 - Day Two Photo of Mike Inez - Alice in Chains Performing Live at Sonisphere Festival 2009 - Day Two - Picture 1. “There’s so little value on music these days. Mike Inez William DuVall: Past members: Layne Staley Mike Starr: Alice in Chains is a popular alternative rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington in 1987. She rose to fame alongside her older sister, singer Ann Wilson, as a guitarist and backing vocalist in the rock band Heart, which she joined in 1974. 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