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Justin Bailey · 07-25-2008, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ilyti

That is very cool. I'm a big fan of all his work.

Kind of a goofy question, and I know it should be kept guitar-related, but I've been wondering about this.
With your previous bands, it seems like touring for album support was never a high priority, meaning tours didn't last as long as many other metal bands. Is this because you just don't enjoy it (being on the road and on stage), or does it have anything to do with keeping some "mystery" around the music?
As for the many projects, how does he decide what projects to work on and when, and how does he decide when it's time to retire something, like Emperor or Peccatum?

You should take a look at this...
MetalKult » IHSAHN: The MetalKult Interview

If I remember correctly he answers your touring question exactly.

ilyti · 07-25-2008, 02:10 PM

Yeah I saw that interview, it's what got me wondering. He mentions he's not a big fan of touring, but he doesn't say why.

Justin Bailey · 07-25-2008, 03:58 PM

yep you're right, it doesn't really answer the question sorry about that.

Jongpil Yun · 07-25-2008, 09:19 PM

1) Has he ever considered a multi-scale / fanned fret guitar?
2) Any chance of hearing him on an Opeth album now?
3) Is his throat in good health? 17 years doing those kind of vocals has got to be tough work. How about his ears?
4) What's he think about the EMGs in the Ibanez RG2228?
5) Has he ever considered Blackouts or passives in some kind of signature 8 string?
6) Is he satisfied with the scale length?
7) What kind of string gauges is he using?
8) Does he think basswood, alder, mahogany+maple or some other body wood is the best for his style of music?
9) Has he ever tried any of the guys from Meshuggah's gear? I'm asking since they're other prominent 7/8 string users and tune LOW.
10) What's he think of the Orange cabinets and the Tiny Terror?
11) What's his favorite Emperor/Peccatum/solo album song to play from a purely technical guitar playing standpoint?
12) What song/album is he most proud of?
13) What are some of his favorite chords/progressions?

Volsung · 07-25-2008, 09:54 PM

Everybody has already asked the main questions that I would have asked, so my questions here are kind of stupid, but here we go.

1. This 1st question has been bugging the hell out of me for some time. It's kind of dumb, but it fits the subject of guitar talk.

During the "Anthems" era of Emperor, where did yourself and Samoth (along with a good portion of 2nd wave Black Metal bands in Scandinavia) buy those B.C. Rich guitars with the reverse headstocks and Floyd Rose trems? In the states, we got stuck with the really cheap Bronze series and the hot pink 80s Hair Metal guitars. How did you find those? (they're just so damn cool)

Again, kind of dumb and off topic to his current setup, but I still wonder how they aquired those. I just can't find a Warlock, Mockingbird, Ironbird, Bich, etc. with a Flyod and a reverse headstock in the states (or anywhere else for that matter).

2. Another dumb question.

How do you pronounce your name correctly?

I know he said it in the Metal Kult video, but I'd like to confirm it.

The main one I'm conserned about is the first one and if you can manage to fit that into all of the other good questions asked already, I'd be a happy camper.

LordOVchaoS · 07-25-2008, 09:58 PM

Man, I don't have any questions for him but I do want to express my utmost respect for the man I believe to be the only true composer of this era.

I watch Emperial Live Ceremony almost daily and I show it to every musician that comes over to my house.

Mr. S · 07-26-2008, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LordOVchaoS

I watch Emperial Live Ceremony almost daily and I show it to every musician that comes over to my house.

I have the CD, best.live.album.EVAR!!!

DaemonSvek · 07-31-2008, 07:11 AM

was there any ill feelings from anyone else in the scene about Emperor's use of the 7 strings. all i want to know

Mr. S · 10-02-2008, 11:13 AM

is this still going ahead?

DDDorian · 10-02-2008, 11:38 AM

All good things come to those who wait

07-25-2008, 09:19 PM	#44
Jongpil Yun Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,339 Real Name: JP Main Seven: RG 7620 (VK) Thanked: 27	1) Has he ever considered a multi-scale / fanned fret guitar? 2) Any chance of hearing him on an Opeth album now? 3) Is his throat in good health? 17 years doing those kind of vocals has got to be tough work. How about his ears? 4) What's he think about the EMGs in the Ibanez RG2228? 5) Has he ever considered Blackouts or passives in some kind of signature 8 string? 6) Is he satisfied with the scale length? 7) What kind of string gauges is he using? 8) Does he think basswood, alder, mahogany+maple or some other body wood is the best for his style of music? 9) Has he ever tried any of the guys from Meshuggah's gear? I'm asking since they're other prominent 7/8 string users and tune LOW. 10) What's he think of the Orange cabinets and the Tiny Terror? 11) What's his favorite Emperor/Peccatum/solo album song to play from a purely technical guitar playing standpoint? 12) What song/album is he most proud of? 13) What are some of his favorite chords/progressions? Whether it's laughable or irrational, this is the path that ALL great men walk! If there's a wall in our way, we'll destroy it! If there's no road, we'll pave it with our own hands! The magma in our hearts is blazing like flames! Who the hell do you think we are?

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ilyti Lazy Ryebread Viking Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ottawa, ON Posts: 176 Real Name: Casper Main Seven: Raines Fusion 7 w/ Mules Rig: None :o Thanked: 0	Yeah I saw that interview, it's what got me wondering. He mentions he's not a big fan of touring, but he doesn't say why.

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Volsung ss.org Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 181 Real Name: Ryan Main Seven: Gryphon 7/ SR-370 Rig: GMX210/Pod XT Live Thanked: 3	Everybody has already asked the main questions that I would have asked, so my questions here are kind of stupid, but here we go. 1. This 1st question has been bugging the hell out of me for some time. It's kind of dumb, but it fits the subject of guitar talk. During the "Anthems" era of Emperor, where did yourself and Samoth (along with a good portion of 2nd wave Black Metal bands in Scandinavia) buy those B.C. Rich guitars with the reverse headstocks and Floyd Rose trems? In the states, we got stuck with the really cheap Bronze series and the hot pink 80s Hair Metal guitars. How did you find those? (they're just so damn cool) Again, kind of dumb and off topic to his current setup, but I still wonder how they aquired those. I just can't find a Warlock, Mockingbird, Ironbird, Bich, etc. with a Flyod and a reverse headstock in the states (or anywhere else for that matter). 2. Another dumb question. How do you pronounce your name correctly? I know he said it in the Metal Kult video, but I'd like to confirm it. The main one I'm conserned about is the first one and if you can manage to fit that into all of the other good questions asked already, I'd be a happy camper.

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