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progmetaldan
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But metalcore at least has a trace of metal in it... Traditional hardcore is like punk with screaming, whilst new hardcore is just a single, down-tuned chord played at slow tempo... blah blah it just sucks. Having said that, so does metalcore...
Yeah I think they both suck, it is sad that hardcore-style, 1 chord, breakdown "music" is more successful than talented virtuosity like Symphony X (although I know I am preaching to the choir here). The bottom line for my friends in Mutiny is to write aggressive, complex metal that mixes the best aspects of bands like Symphony X, Ensiferum, Wintersun, Imperanon, Sikth, Bodom...etc, etc.
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progmetaldan
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...okay, you want to elaborate on that?
You don't like bands with 2 sweeping guitarists?
I'm pretty sure it worked with Cacophony, Sinergy, and Necrophagist to name a few...
Anonymous
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Too much sweeping makes stuff boring to me, it sounds good when used wisely but if you just go nuts with sweeps like most bands do nowadays it will end up being shit.
I wasn't talking about bands that "sweep too much." If anything, those bands I mentioned do not sweep enough. I was talking about bands that have 2 sick guitarists that equal each other in skill and both have the ability to sweep
Speaking of which, check out this solo battle from Mutiny:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlX1gkLQz1E
(If you like it: www.myspace.com/mutinynj)
DoomsdayZach
The Professor was right
having the ability to play well technically means nothing if you don't know how to use your skill. It's been said many times that the most important notes are the ones that aren't played (or variations of that same phrase). If someone is wanking all the time (dragonforce), it may be impressive but it's not interesting or good. A truly great guitarist knows that holding back is just as important as letting loose. Dynamic is what makes a great solo great.
Yep, and the Dragonforce example is perfect...even though they also suck total ass live. I can't even believe they are so popular, I want to shoot people.
Yngvai X
Dark Emperor
Well said. A good example of a guitarist like this is Victor Smolski from Rage, and also Mattias IA Eklundh from Freak Kitchen.
Luis is definitely one hell of a guitarist though, all the guys in Mutiny are very talented.
Oh and Zach, nice Candlejack avatar, I haven't seen Freakazo
I love that Dark Empire pic, I was actually just on the phone with Sam (Dark Empire/Mutiny's drummer), they have been recording Mutiny stuff for like 3 days straight at his place. I really hope they get signed, they really deserve it with all the time they put in. I mentioned everyone's kind words, and they give their thanks.
That brings back memories.
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Yngvai X
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progmetaldan
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I love the idea of 2 equally skilled lead guitarists rather than the traditional Lead/rhythm guitarists... Harmonized soloing and stuff sounds awesome!!! My friend and I are trying to get a band like that happening, similar to Cacophony, (though not quite as awesome cos that would be near impossible... 
). I'll let ya'll know of any developments... He's gotta finish school this year, so I'll be writing tunes and trying to find a drummer, bass player and keyboardist to complete the line-up... I think we'll just go instrumental initially...
). I'll let ya'll know of any developments... He's gotta finish school this year, so I'll be writing tunes and trying to find a drummer, bass player and keyboardist to complete the line-up... I think we'll just go instrumental initially...
Yngvai X
Dark Emperor
My favorite dual-guitar team at the moment is Jeff Loomis and Steve Smyth (or Chris Broderick) in Nevermore. They don't overuse the twin lead harmonies like so many duos do, and are more complimentary to each other in their parts.
That's why my band got someone who's of equal, if not better skill than I to play 2nd guitar for us. I use the two guitarist thing to my advantage whenever I can. I consider writing those parts to be a test for myself, because I don't just do parallel 5ths or 3rds. i try to let each do its own thing, and I test each note to see if it fits with what the other guitar is playing. Very time consuming, but the finished product is definitely worth it.I love the idea of 2 equally skilled lead guitarists rather than the traditional Lead/rhythm guitarists... Harmonized soloing and stuff sounds awesome!!! My friend and I are trying to get a band like that happening, similar to Cacophony, (though not quite as awesome cos that would be near impossible...
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