Steph learned power chords at 16, called it good, and was set for the rest of his career. 😂

@andres4721

Жыл бұрын

Me

@einnaoeilifu2648

Жыл бұрын

Simple is the most effective

@BigKeit

8 ай бұрын

@Wavy_Beats225I think he uses Fishman Fluence pickups instead of EMG

@ted__ryan

7 ай бұрын

He said it himself. He said he's no professional guitar player, he just loves to have fun. 😂

@Divine_Serpent_Geh

6 ай бұрын

@@einnaoeilifu2648Amazing isn’t it? How a guy who plays with feel and fun on top of everything else… they are more memorable and captivating that some overly technical modern metal Djenter that thrives of over-complicated and contrived wankery.

Steph wrote the soundtrack to my early adult life.

@eareaves

2 жыл бұрын

Same. ATF came out fall of freshman year and White Pony the summer before senior year. Still one of my all-time favorite bands.

@MRPERFECT_79

2 жыл бұрын

Ive never heard of that movie. Ill have to check it out

@raydowns6725

2 жыл бұрын

Man, same here.

@babyenzo.

2 жыл бұрын

Stfu you FR ranked Adrenaline to have a “shitty” guitar tone when in reality Adrenaline is just raw at its finest and super heavy

@codysroom6303

2 жыл бұрын

Me to huge deftones fan for 20 yrs.

He's so soft spoken and down to earth. He could totally be the Bob Ross of metal guitar.

@alexv417

Жыл бұрын

Bob Ross knew the earth was round tho

@ash_aiden

Жыл бұрын

@@alexv417 Is this a joke or does he actually belive that?

@davids2629

Жыл бұрын

@@ash_aiden yeah Stephen thinks the world is flat

@3amwafflehouse

Жыл бұрын

@@davids2629 probably what makes me like him more because of hysterical that is

@Annavslv

Жыл бұрын

@@davids2629probably thats because of weed as Chino said so idk

Hell to the yeah... he may not be the most flashiest of players, but he knows how to throw down a heavy riff. Stephen Carpenter and Deftones are awesome !

@fatboydashredder9877

9 ай бұрын

Tones are like groove metal

I can't remember an interview with Stephen Carpenter going to such depth. Ernie Ball got it right as far as I'm concerned. Some of those riffs I'm properly clueless about.

@mattmac2652

2 жыл бұрын

Same. I was getting worried about my Deftones diehard fan knowledge for a minute. The stuff he was playing from about 9:00-15:00 was completely new to me and I was worried there were demos or bootlegs I missed.

@flazuki5288

2 жыл бұрын

Could be some Kush or Sol Invicto stuff.

@andrewarmsley6806

2 жыл бұрын

Ya there's not a lot of in Depth stuff but Friday's Dr Greenthumbs podcast has him talking al day......🥂

That intro riff for You've Seen the Butcher is the most beautiful thing ive ever heard

@morganhayes1589

2 жыл бұрын

And if you add Abe's drums. Brilliance

@KickflipGnasty

Жыл бұрын

Brilliant groove 🤘🏼

@leedanielisla2440

3 ай бұрын

that song is sexy AF

@user-kg5ko9rw4w

13 сағат бұрын

Meh.

This is the only time you'll hear his guitar playing fully isolated, straight from his rig. Thank you so much for all you work, Steph. Huge inspiration for me and my band, You Arrive. Time to study some tones 🤓

@aohall

2 жыл бұрын

shit i didn’t think of that. facts!

@dariusdarabant6232

2 жыл бұрын

Salut

@omariopuntocom

Жыл бұрын

“…in my dreams, beside me every night “

@tb80038

9 ай бұрын

I love me some Deftones but his tone really isn't that great sounding. Sounds like a "heavy metal" preset from a late 90s digital multi fx pedal. IMO of course.

@fullmetalfunk

7 ай бұрын

​@@tb80038 that's because it's supposed to fit in to the band mix. a lot of isolated guitar tracks on albums or live sound a lot different rom what you'd you dial in playing by yourself or just jamming with friends. also since he's playing 8 strings, especially when he's dropping down to E on them, he's getting into the bass register, so it's important to sculpt the tone so it doesn't compete too much with the bass by emphasizing those highs and high-mids.

One thing I've always loved about Stephen is his parts are pretty simple when you break them down, but they are EFFECTIVE.

@zachkent2575

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like he, as well as all the other guys, have really excellent skill at their particular role. Listening to them always feels like I'm being taught a crash course on how to properly write a song.

@mark7166

2 жыл бұрын

@@zachkent2575 Yeah, for sure. Something I find interesting, though, is how when you hear Stephen and Chino talk about writing music together, it sounds like they absolutely hate working together. It always sounds like they can't agree on anything, and they both just do what they want, and then somehow end up writing kick ass music anyway, haha!

@onewhitepony

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t play music just a big Deftones fan but for me he is the best hybrid lead rhythm guitar player. His sound doesnt stand out but does at the same time if that makes sense

@mark7166

2 жыл бұрын

@@onewhitepony I totally get you. He is present but not overbearing.

@zachkent2575

2 жыл бұрын

@@mark7166 i think they've probably mentioned how the output is a result of their creative relationship exactly as it is, so if there's tension between them in their creative process we can probably thank that for all the wonderful stuff they've put out before. I think I've read that they enjoy just hanging out together (since they've been friends for a long time anyways) more than dedicatedly writing music together.

This man is the reason I kept playing without knowing how to shred like Van Halen. Thank you stephen

@calinbaciu1846

Жыл бұрын

if you could you would've

"I've always been late, not tremendously late, but, late is late" lol!! Epic.

This is the truest interview that i've ever heard from a musician. You can see Steph's eyes filled with excitement everytime he says "power chord"..

In early 96 I "accidentally" saw Deftones in Lafayette when they were touring the Adrenaline album. I was at a bar next door to where they were playing but sadly, I didn't know who they were yet. When I heard them start next door, I could hear them where I was so, I walked over to check to see who was playing. There were maybe, MAYBE, 20 people watching them. Obviously, I was blown away by what I saw watching from the door. I asked the door guy who they were, and he said "The fuckin DEFTONES MAN". I paid my $20, which was a lot to get into a bar/club in 96, and basically got to watch Deftones like it was a private party or something. About 4 months later they came back to Lafayette to play the same bar and it was a MUCH different story. Sold out show with hundreds of people hanging out in the street around the place. The big thing that impressed me about them was that they were literally playing for 20-25 people including bar staff, but they were THROWING DOWN like they were playing for 20,000 people. Mark of a great band. At that first show, they had promo posters hanging everywhere of the Adrenaline album, but instead of the ear squeezy thing, it was kitten screaming. I took one off of the wall but lost it somewhere throughout the years. Really wish I still had it!

@_abstractlarissa3429

2 жыл бұрын

That is amazing and im jealous

@nurk_barry

2 жыл бұрын

That’s an awesome story!

@jackiej2761

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that cool story!

@aohall

2 жыл бұрын

sick story dude! wow

@MonstrosGhost

2 жыл бұрын

Badass story! I was born in 93 so I wasn’t around to catch their early shows. They’re local to me though, about a 40 minute drive from Sac. Started listening to them in 2008 ish when I was a bit older & I’ve loved them ever since.

You can actually hear him play. I wish they would do the same on the Deftones youtube channel. He plays along to the songs with the backing track loud as hell.

@CFChristian

2 жыл бұрын

His live playing audio mix is cut out, unless it's used otherwise. Eg towards the end of the songs.

@MK-oz2lf

2 жыл бұрын

how the hell is Brandon a communist? lol Someone is repeating shit but they never read about for themselves

@CFChristian

2 жыл бұрын

@@MK-oz2lf lolwut

@leedanielisla2440

3 ай бұрын

​@@MK-oz2lftf u say

Everything he said about playing rhythm is mindset down to the point. I’ve always had 0 desire to play solos and be flashy. I wanted to get people goin nuts by laying down a heavy rhythm.

@slavojdyrdek

Жыл бұрын

That's where I'm at. I wanna get heads banging and asses shaking.

@brandonproctor3639

Жыл бұрын

💯💯

@vincentforest4074

Жыл бұрын

Right with you brother!

@trendkill3333

Жыл бұрын

Solos are very fun to play but really to be a guitar player you need to dial in your rhythm playing first

@jadenhancock

4 ай бұрын

Same, I just want to make riffs that will make people go crazy in myself go crazy on stage

"When the asses are shakin'... YOU'RE IN! Period!" :') I've loved Deftones for years, such a great band!

@matthewbailey8588

2 жыл бұрын

That shit had me cracking up.

the more complicated the music, the less ass shaking....so true muhahaha

@parkerwilson123

2 жыл бұрын

Wassup shred

@DapperHesher

2 жыл бұрын

I dunno. I feel like Devin Townsend is a PHENOMENAL songwriter just like the 'Tones, with tons of knuckle-draggingly simple riffs and straightforward rhythms under his discography at this point, but really no bigger acclaim than being utterly niche. It's ironically far more complicated than, "just keep it simple".

@belikemusic4225

2 жыл бұрын

Yooo its Shred!!

@blahzay_

2 жыл бұрын

@@DapperHesher that’s a really bizarre comparison to make….Devin makes a lot of amazing, hooky music but some of it is extremely technical too. Plus that ridiculous Ziltoid coffee stuff is just pure nerd shit that isn’t going to appeal across the board.

@tmw4138

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, because James Browns shit is like, some standing still music. Lolll

I love the fact that Ernie Ball allowed the edit to literally have only one small section dedicated to their brand and instead allowed Stephen to speak about his path as a musician. Respect is shown, respect is deserved. Thank you for this, it's beautiful to see Stephen so openly share.

Love all the riffs that Steph writes. They seem straight forward and accessible, and yet are incredibly effective and catchy. It's such a perfect balance. Deftones fan for life.

Steph is literally the most wholesome dude

One of the best episodes of string theory.

Deftones and Thrice will forever be the greatest of all time. I'd love for him and Teppei to sit down and talk guitars/songs sometime

@baroz11

2 жыл бұрын

I agree completely

@Azul_blue1923

2 жыл бұрын

They’ve toured together so I’m sure this has already happened

@DanteLikesRock

2 жыл бұрын

& Glassjaw.

Steph is a master in minimalist yet complex riffs & the simplicity is what makes them so catchy

As a guitar player, Stephen is the paragon of the expression "If you gotta shoot, make it count" - aka - if you gotta make the riff a sonic monolith, go for it. From the first chords of "Bored" to "Ohms" Stephen and Deftones make it count with every record. 30 years going strong

His guitars are like skittles, man. I want them all. Always love an interview with Steph.

Got into deftones recently and just discovered that they're from my city and went to the same high school as me! How I've never heard of them in my teen years is baffling. These dudes rock 🤘

@joaov_ds

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club. It'll be hard to get out.

@aohall

2 жыл бұрын

i just experienced them this year. sad i did not grow up with them but i just turned 18, they are still a part of my teen years thankfully. such a perfect band

@deadwood21plus

Жыл бұрын

Same as me. As a metal guy who listening from Metallica to Lorna Shore, listening Deftones is like comeback to basic. Never try to compare with other subgenres in metal, but it's feel different. How a simple thing can feel heavy. What a legendary band.

Always been a huge fan of the Deftones. I remember seeing them a couple times live, but the best was the White Pony tour with Incubus. Steph's playing has always been so simple, but so damn effective.

@mark7166

2 жыл бұрын

That would've been a great show! That would've been when Make Yourself was the current Incubus album, right? Those are my favorite albums for both bands.

@ChasingSoundGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

@@mark7166 yeah that’s exactly the tour where they were supporting Make Yourself. Really great times.

@DavidTheCastle

2 жыл бұрын

Dude what an amazing time to go be a part of. Incubus and Deftones are my two favorite bands. And touring from the 97-01 time frame would’ve been legendary. Jealous.

@FuckFeminists

2 жыл бұрын

Yes., so true. But you were at the White Pony tour? I might just have to print out an enlarged picture of your profile pic and throw darts at it out of sheer jealousy

@ChasingSoundGuitar

2 жыл бұрын

@@FuckFeminists That was the tour! The coolest thing is that Stef and Chino were hanging outside after the gig. It was an awesome show. Looking forward to seeing them again maybe this summer.

steph is the man. it’s not about how technical you are, it’s about how good of a song you can write. and steph wrote some fucking great songs/riffs.

He’s such a chill, down-to-earth dude. I love his story about getting fired from the taco stand and that being the moment that he knew that failure wasn’t an option. I also love his take on simplicity of songwriting and music being a spectrum where the more complicated and convoluted, your fan base and appeal dwindles but those who do follow are super-rabid loyal disciples. Love Deftones, love their music and I’m glad that I’ve finally started really digging in to their library of music, even though they were around throughout my youth and formative years of playing guitar and learning music, I always heard them in my peripheral and never really investigated them like I did for 311, it’s a shame but at least I have a new band with riff-heavy tracks to get inspired from. On a side note, this was a killer interview by Ernie Ball ST series, his pedalboard looks fantastic with all that strymon stuff on the back, and those sound city cabs look super bad ass!

@gokhan9395

2 жыл бұрын

Down to flat earth

@justinnielsen9319

2 жыл бұрын

Alexi From COB once said, who cares if your music is technical if it sounds like shit. Sure, I can appreciate the talent, but the sound is trash

@whatthesnell

2 жыл бұрын

The taco stand was called Pescados (I actually worked there and this is where I met the guys). He broke the glass on the storage room door after being fired.

@lustforlow-end6022

2 жыл бұрын

@Justin Nielsen “who cares if your music is technical if it sounds like shit” dude I love that. Jazz is technical as hell but I can’t stand it!

@justinnielsen9319

2 жыл бұрын

@ lust for low end. I’m not against it, but I haven’t heard a jazz song I liked 😂

Stephen Carpenter seems like one of the coolest dudes around. Damn good guitar player too. It doesn't have to be complicated to be awesome

His music is the definition of heavy and enjoyable

This guy is an absolute legend.

When nu metal fell away the gods of the genre remained. To still be relevant after so many years and still put out amazing albums every single release, you can’t help but be humbled by the no bullshit approach. These guys still have so much more to give and that makes me so grateful to the band as a whole. Keep it crunchy Steph, the fans aren’t going anywhere. Big love big dawg ❤️

@smoker-ku1er

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, Korn and Deftones are legends.

Loved watching Carpenter slowly step up his playing over the albums from -6 to -7 to -8 string guitars.

@tryssrt

Жыл бұрын

9 string in ceremony

Steph is the g.o.a.t of heavy riff.. he is the most underrated guitarist but influenced lots of guitarist today. His playing is so unique yet so heavy.. All his riff sound so huge..

@miguel-db9xf

Жыл бұрын

Underrated The Story Of Deftones. I Know Thier Quit Popular But Not Appreciated. It's Awesome That Thier Being Discovered By Younger People (Check Y Deftones So Popular Again Clip) But Personally Love Being A Fan Since 90's. Y Underrated IMO Y The F R&R Hall Of Fame Haven't Given Deftones Thier Respect.

Deftones was and still is one of the most important bands in music especially in Nu Metal and their music has inspired countless musicians, me being one of them

@rTwoJ

2 жыл бұрын

deftones always have been and always will be beyond the "nu metal" label

@thetalentedmrfitz

2 жыл бұрын

@@rTwoJ facts

@DanteLikesRock

2 жыл бұрын

people that listened only to their first 3 albums will call them "nu metal". They became so much more after that.

@emanuelrayvillaflores7759

2 жыл бұрын

not gonna lie, I really like Koi No Yokan, Saturday Night Wrist and Diamond Eyes better than the older albums

Such a humble guy! Loved deftones ever since..

I like what Stephen talked about regarding the songwriting process -- how Chi would always come up with his part and play it the way he wanted. I do believe that can make for more rich sounding, textual experience musically as long as you're in the same space key-wise and on-time rhythmically.

I like to think of deftones as a entire musical composition just like classical. Stephen might not be a solo shredding EVH but what he does is very smart and extremely effective. Their songs are masterpieces when you look at all of the small details put into it that stephen does, such as the weird ethereal noises he makes with the tone knobs etc.

Chi was my inspiration to play bass, he still is.

@dallasa.hendricks9377

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@James-hz5vt

2 жыл бұрын

Amen. Me too 😊

The part talking about Chi and their playing together really hit me. Miss that guy. RIP Chi

A literal musical genius talking about how much he loves the powerchord. I love it.

The immediacy and simplicity in his playing, on top of the contrast of styles between each member, makes his riffs sound bigger than it should. A huge inspiration for a generation of players

I’ve a fan of Deftones since Adrenaline & seen them countless times. Stef; along with Robin Fink from NIN, is a hugely underrated guitarist…..& so so humble. Can’t wait to catch Deftones live this summer!!

@techdeathhippie6319

2 жыл бұрын

And Robins guitar solo on Chinese Democracy is sweet af

@davidanderson1639

2 жыл бұрын

@@techdeathhippie6319 I caught GNR live when Robin & Buckethead were in the line up….& despite Axl being in ultra dickhead mode during that time, they were awesome.

@techdeathhippie6319

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidanderson1639 hell ya ! I loved that line up . Huge fan of all of Chinese democracy

As humble and simple as can be. What a guy!

Man you were so high in this video and it’s so cool.

a genius. and chill af. a role model.

Sacto native here and Deftones fan since the beginning. I’ve seen them several times in venues big and small. My favorite show was on the White Pony Tour when they came back home and were presented with the key to the city. That was fricking cool.

I'm a believer in "less is more" and I cant think of a player who embodies that so perfectly

There goes my hero. The genuine article, guitarist for the people. My life is better because Deftones. Thanks!

12:00 is so funny🤣I love Steph. Such a cool guy

Very cool hearing the man talk for more than 30 seconds. Been listening to Deftones since the beginning. Owned 2 of his signature guitars and learned all the songs as a teenager. These guys were one of my biggest musical influences. Thanks Ernie Ball

YOU are my inspiration Stephen - THANK YOU !!!

I used to listen to the first 4 albums and just play along note for note. I owe any skill I have as a player to this man right here. Thank you Steph!!!

I can not explain the love I have for Deftones.

Absolutely loved this.. Carpenter is the living embodiment of less is more and imo is the most underrated riff king of all time.. I also love his dgaf attitude, dude is stoned to the gills 24/7 and makes no apologies.. he might be bat shit crazy and believes in flat earth, but I loves the guy... the man is an underrated legend and quite honestly, probably my most influential guitarist 🤘🤘🤘🤘

@FuckFeminists

2 жыл бұрын

Ive been playing guitar and writing music in alt metal, alt rock, jazz and classical for 28 years. And I still have to agree with you about how underrated a guitarist, and how influential to natural musicians, he is.

@lordofdoosh

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly one of the least harmful beliefs out there... And at least he doesn't hate people who disagree with him like most metal bands do these days

This is by-far the best Stef interview I have ever seen. Super good footage of him playing isolated from backing tracks or drum kits. Just raw playing. The interview was also wonderful. Such a graceful and intelligent player who has written some of the most iconic riffs in alternative metal.

@justsaiyan_2102

Жыл бұрын

do you know all of the songs he plays? i'm trying to find them

@deftones_enjoyer

Жыл бұрын

@@justsaiyan_2102 My Own Summer, You've Seen the Butcher, the 3rd and 4th songs I am not sure of, and the 5th is Be Quiet and Drive. I think those middle songs might just be riffs he's written but hasn't used in songs.

Chords like the one at 9:24 are how I define Steph's signature sound. Beautiful and eerie. He has influenced me more than any other player on this Earth.

@andres4721

Жыл бұрын

What is this song ??

@bradylasserre9320

Жыл бұрын

@@andres4721 I'm not sure. I wish I knew.

@KaiserBruh

11 ай бұрын

​@@andres4721don't think its in a song. that guitar is tuned to drop C#, so if it is a song, you'll find it only in the Around the fur album

@andres4721

11 ай бұрын

@@KaiserBruh atf is in e standard ?

@KaiserBruh

11 ай бұрын

@@andres4721 no, in Drop C#

Deftones were the soundtrack to my life throughout the 90s! Thanks Stephen and the rest of the boys for sharing your awesome music!!

This is gold 🥰 Perfectly explains why we love Deftones. Stephen is amazing!

Stef is a Legend!!🤘🏻

When I watch him jam in this video it freaks me out. It's exactly what I do and have always done! I sit there with tone and chug, experiment. Keep looking for tones and then one note turns from boring to hypnotic. Thanks Steph! You reminded me that what I do is okay! We don't all have to be playing a million miles an hour (although I love that too) to feel something.

@CFChristian

2 жыл бұрын

That can be a challenge, too. I try to do the same thing especially with droning. But my focus gets distracted pretty quickly. Haha.

@off6848

2 жыл бұрын

@@CFChristian you gotta just keep going with the rhythm make a game out of keeping the timing perfect and then your mind starts to hear what comes next

Love this guy. Some of the best riffs ever written.

Deftones. All time favorite band. Bought Adrenaline the summer between middle and high school. Loved them ever since.

Stephen and Deftones never disappoint when it comes to build simple (or not that simple) loud and heavy rock/metal music. I love it. Thank you!

what a awesome interview love deftones

"I just wanna crunch it up!" -Steph (8:01)

A local band to be proud of. At 58, your perspective, propels me to try new things....,thanks

Awesome!! I have always loved the Deftones, I even picked up a SC-607B back when they first came out.

Thank you so much for this 💙 you're the best

This interview is simply amazing!

i love that he got that insight on what to play through a dream. that’s so beautiful to me!

This was just incredible. Thank you 🙏🏼

Steph is the man really enjoy interviews like this

Stephen has always been a tremendous inspiration to me.

👍 thank you for telling it like it really is! You guy’s have been an inspiration for so many individuals and bands.

Everything he says is so relatable. He nails it perfectly when he talks about the dynamic of being in a band and all the fun times etc.

I love his explanation of simple vs complicated music, because it's too true!

First concert I ever went to was Deftones/Godsmack Back to School tour Pittsburgh..Been a fan ever since

Love your music bro

One of my first songs I learned on guitar over 20 years ago was My Own Summer. Thank you Steph

Stephen has a great way of putting things

Steph hugely impacted the soundtrack of my teenage years. Every time I think of Steph, it always reminds me of what's most important: to make music that resonates with everyone, not just fellow musicians. Listening to Deftones always reminds me that rhythm is king on guitar - that music is not about technical ability, but about 'vibe'.

Such an awesome video! Love Steph! He has been such an influence on me.

Legendary guitar player and riff writter. He gets such an epic distortion sound and tone

What an amazing interview. I loved that you just him playing some riffs with no backing track. Stephen is probably the biggest influence to me guitar wise. I am forever creating Deftones-esq riffs

Omggg, I needed this. I love Stef so far.

Love this style of interview, about to binge a bunch of these videos lol

Totally love this series of artists talking about wverything what made them who they are ! Keep going with it ernie ball!

100% my favorite all time band. For so many reasons. Thank you Deftones for everything you have created and will continue to create!!

One of my favorite people in the business. Thanks for this great material!

I really enjoyed that. Love those riffs in be quiet and drive.

Stephen this is priceless, thanks for the inspiration. I grew up with your band and it's an honor to be a part of that generation.

I wanted for this for a long time. He's the best ; I love Deftones

Thank you Stephen for always keeping me intrigued. And forever inspired. ✌️

Very cool documentary, Stephan has a unique sound, it’s got to be in the tones.🤘🔥

God I love Stephen's simplicity in every way. So cool how they started the band. Stephen is a one of a kind guitarist. An amazing songwriter and rhythm guitarist.

With Daron, Robin, and now Stephen...my collection is almost complete...I love you guys. Thanks for all the music and emotion over all these years.

riff master. one of my heroes.

Much respect bro!! Love DEFTONES! Your band was a huge influence in my guitar players writing.

11:11 deep wisdom there.