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Andy Williams from Every Time I Die talks about the importance of live shows

In this summer's third episode of Ernie Ball's “Sound Of Warped” series, Every Time I Die's guitarist Andy Williams tells us about what first inspired him to get into music, the importance of live shows and how to survive a summer of Warped Tour as a band. (Hint: Only take what you really need!) “If it breaks, […]

Chad Gilbert of New Found Glory on having a "heavy, rhythmic" style

In this summer's second episode of Ernie Ball's “Sound Of Warped” series, New Found Glory's guitarist Chad Gilbert tells us about how he has developed as a player (coming from his start as a bassist), what gear he likes to use and gives us an insight into the musical philosophy of New Found Glory. “We […]

Nick Martin of Sleeping With Sirens on how punk-rock inspired his "plug-and-play" style

In this summer's first episode of Ernie Ball's “Sound Of Warped” series, Sleeping With Sirens guitarist Nick Martin (and his awesome, new hair) tell us about his set-up, playing style and philosophy and more.  “I grew up on The Clash, The Ramones and the Misfits. It was very much a plug-and-play style,” he says of […]

Watch Mike Herrera of MxPx tell Ernie Ball about his life in music

In its series String Theory, Ernie Ball sits down with hugely talented musicians for a revealing conversation. The latest episode features Mike Herrera of MxPx, in which the legendary vocalist/bassist discusses his life in music. Check out the tell-all video below! Read more: Watch punk legend Mike Ness get real in Ernie Ball: The Pursuit of Tone Herrera […]

Chad Gilbert talks about keeping a band together

New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert says to focus on the importance of the overall band when the going gets tough. In this latest Ernie Ball: PLAY Warped Tour video, Gilbert talks about keeping a band together despite the difficulties, and he has a unique perspective. “For us, everything we've seen in the world, every […]

Chad Gilbert gives tips on how to record music efficiently

Chad Gilbert, the guitarist of New Found Glory, shares his tips for efficient recording in this video, which is part of the Ernie Ball PLAY Warped Tour Series. Gilbert says he uses a voice memo app on his phone to record ideas as they arise. “I could be walking around a supermarket, singing into my […]

Watch punk legend Mike Ness get real in ‘Ernie Ball: The Pursuit of Tone’

Ernie Ball: The Pursuit of Tone, a new AT&T original documentary series, features iconic rock and roll songwriter and guitarist Mike Ness of Social Distortion. In this exclusive clip, Ness talks about giving up wireless and going back to plugging in directly to maximize his signal change. Read more: Snag a spot on Warped Tour main […]

Four artists that hit it big after competing in Ernie Ball's Warped Tour contest

Garage band today, international rock sensation tomorrow—that’s what happened to dozens of bands over the years with the opportunities from Ernie Ball, and it could happen to you, too. Ernie Ball’s annual unsigned artist program recently launched PLAY Warped Tour, giving 41 bands the chance to hit the main stage at Vans Warped Tour. Go […]

New Found Glory's Chad Gilbert explains what makes for a good live show

In this brief video, part of the Ernie Ball PLAY Warped Tour series, New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert shares what he thinks makes for a good live show. “You put on an energetic live show,” he says. “For New Found Glory, there's so many people I've met that have heard our albums, and were […]

Chad Gilbert gives advice on promoting your band

As part of Ernie Ball's PLAY Warped Tour Youtube Series, New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert gives advice on promoting a band, and the first thing he mentions is to call the job itself promoting—not marketing. “You're not a marketer. It shouldn't feel like an office job, it's not,” he says. “Promote your band, promote […]

"Writing songs means everything"— Chad Gilbert talks songwriting in new Ernie Ball video

In a new video released by Ernie Ball, New Found Glory guitarist and songwriter Chad Gilbert talks about the songwriting process and how to reach audiences. “Don't focus on all the other things people think you need, like a gimmick, an image or any of that stuff,” he says. “That stuff is disposable. What's not […]

Snag a spot on Warped Tour main stages, win $10K and more with Ernie Ball PLAY

Want to play Warped? This could be your chance. The 20th installment of Ernie Ball’s annual unsigned artist program launched PLAY Warped Tour to give 41 bands the opportunity to play live on the Van’s Warped Tour main stages. “I started this program twenty years ago because the opportunity to experience playing music live seemed […]

Snag a spot on Warped Tour lineup, $10K and more with Ernie Ball PLAY

Want to play Warped? This could be your chance. The 20th installment of Ernie Ball’s annual unsigned artist program launched PLAY Warped Tour to give 41 bands the opportunity to play live on the Van’s Warped Tour main stages. “I started this program twenty years ago because the opportunity to experience playing music live seemed […]

Marina City on winning Ernie Ball's Vans Warped Tour Battle of the Bands

What do you do when you find out your band has won the highly coveted Ernie Ball's Vans Warped Tour Battle Of The Bands 2015 title? You don’t quit. At least, that’s the mindset of Chicago-based pop rockers Marina City, comprised of Ryan Argast (lead vocals), Todor Birindjiev (lead guitar), Brian Johnson (vocals/guitar), Aaron Heiy […]

Ernie Ball Presents: “The Sound Of Warped” with Matchbook Romance

In part seven of Ernie Ball's “The Sound Of Warped” series Matchbook Romance bassist Ryan Kienle discusses what inspired him to pick up his instrument and how surreal it is now that he gets to play for a living. He also talks about his gear, including his Ernie Ball  Regular and Cobalt strings and how they […]

Ernie Ball Presents: “The Sound Of Warped” with the Wonder Years

In part seven of Ernie Ball's “The Sound Of Warped” series, the Wonder Years guitarist Matt Brasch discuss how he achieves the “large” Wonder Years sound. “I play with a lot of gain,” he says. “I try to just fill up as much space as I can.” He also discusses his gear, including his Ernie Ball […]

Ernie Ball Presents “The Sound Of Warped” featuring PVRIS

In part seven of Ernie Ball's “The Sound Of Warped” series, PVRIS guitarist Alex Babinski discusses using effects, how he was inspired by bands like Circa Survive, his gear setup and more. He also does a quick playthrough of the chorus of “St. Patrick,” demonstrating the differences between the original arrangement and a stripped down one. Check […]

Ernie Ball Presents: "The Sound of Warped" featuring We Came As Romans

In part six of Ernie Ball's “The Sound Of Warped” series, We Came As Romans bassist Andrew Glass explains his “simple” setup, spilling all details about his amps, guitars, tunings, strings and how festivals can affect his setup.  “There's so much room for error with having four tunings and wireless [technology]. On these festivals where there's […]

Ernie Ball Presents: "The Sound of Warped" featuring Family Force 5

In this episode of The Sound of Warped, an exclusive interview with Chap Stique of Family Force 5.  Chap sits down with Ernie Ball to talk about what special movie inspired him to start playing, his nuanced guitar rig, and what it takes to keep it all going on Warped! Check out the interview, live […]

Ernie Ball Presents: “The Sound of Warped” featuring Beartooth

In part four of Ernie Ball's “The Sound Of Warped” series, Beartooth guitarist Taylor Lumley tells us how he found inspiration in New Found Glory and Metallica as well as his favorite Cancer Bats riff for even something as simple as sound-checking. “I just love people that take not just their playing seriously, but they […]
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