Hollywood Vampires Members, Gear & Sound

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Members

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Duff McKagan

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

Guns N' Roses Velvet Revolver Jane's Addiction Kings of Chaos Neurotic Outsiders GAK Walking Papers The Dirty Bats The Fartz Duff McKagan’s Loaded The Living 10 Minute Warning Levee Walkers Fastbacks Loaded The Gentlemen Mad for the Racket The Hellcat Saints Crisis Party The Drunk Fux Road Crew

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Joe Perry

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Aerosmith Joe Perry Project Steven Tyler & Joe Perry Run-D.M.C. & Aerosmith The Boneyard Boys Toxic Twins

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Robert DeLeo

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Composer

Groups:

Stone Temple Pilots Kings of Chaos Army of Anyone Talk Show

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Johnny Depp

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

P Rock City Angels

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Brad Whitford

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Aerosmith Joe Perry Project Run-D.M.C. & Aerosmith Whitford / St. Holmes

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Lzzy Hale

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist

Groups:

Supergroup A Halestorm

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Matt Sorum

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Guns N' Roses The Cult Velvet Revolver Kings of Chaos Neurotic Outsiders Y Kant Tori Read Camp Freddy Slash's Snakepit Circus Diablo Deadland Ritual Billy Gibbons and The BFG’s Johnny Crash The Power Rangers Orchestra The Drunk Fux

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Tommy Henriksen

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Alice Cooper Warlock War & Peace Underground Moon

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Ke$ha

Roles:

Singer Rapper

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Alice Cooper

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Alice Cooper The Spiders Ultra Latex The Nazz The Monsters of Rock

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Steve Hunter

Roles:

Guitarist Music Producer

Groups:

Ultra Latex Detroit Chambers Brothers The Neverland Express

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Chris Wyse

Roles:

Bassist

Groups:

Ozzy Osbourne The Cult Joe Perry Project

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Glen Sobel

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Alice Cooper Impellitteri SX-10 Boink!

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Buck Johnson

Roles:

Keyboardist

Groups:

Aerosmith Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band Brother Cane Joe Perry Project Whiskey Falls Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band

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About

Hollywood Vampires is a rock supergroup formed by legendary musician Alice Cooper (vocals), iconic guitarist Joe Perry (guitar) of Aerosmith, and actor-musician Johnny Depp (guitar). The band was conceived as a tribute to the rock legends of the 1970s and draws heavily from the hard glam rock genre. They have been known to feature a rotating cast of notable musicians, including Duff McKagan (bass) and Matt Sorum (drums) from Guns N' Roses during live performances. The group's music is a blend of classic rock and glam influences, with a modern edge that pays homage to rock's golden era.

How to Sound Like Hollywood Vampires

Hollywood Vampires' sound is characterized by its bold, gritty guitar riffs and dynamic, high-energy rhythms. The interplay between Perry's and Depp's guitars creates a rich tapestry of sound that is both powerful and intricate, often employing the use of classic rock instruments like the Fender Stratocaster and Supro Ozark 1560S Electric Guitar. Their music often features overdriven tones and vibrant solos, which are complemented by a robust rhythm section and Cooper's commanding vocal presence. To emulate their sound, musicians might focus on achieving a raw, vintage rock tone through the use of vintage-style amplifiers and effects that emphasize distortion and sustain. The band's live performances often emphasize a sense of theatricality and spontaneity, making their sound both captivating and immersive.

Discography

Hollywood Vampires

2015

Rise

2019

Live in Rio

2023

Get the Hollywood Vampires Sound

Want to sound like Hollywood Vampires? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.