L.A. Guns Members, Gear & Sound
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About
L.A. Guns is a pivotal band in the realms of rock, hard rock, and glam metal, originating from the vibrant music scene of Los Angeles. Formed in 1983, the group has experienced various lineup changes but is most famously associated with Tracii Guns (guitar) and Phil Lewis (vocals). Known for their raw energy and gritty, melodic sound, L.A. Guns has been a staple in the glam metal genre, offering a blend of sleaze and sophistication. Their music often features sharp guitar riffs and powerful vocals, making them a significant influence in the late '80s and early '90s rock landscape.
How to Sound Like L.A. Guns
L.A. Guns' sound is characterized by its aggressive yet melodic guitar work, often driven by the dynamic interplay of distortion and clarity. This duality is notably achieved through Tracii Guns' use of the Epiphone Les Paul Custom, which delivers a thick, rich tone that's perfect for their hard-hitting style. The Marshall Plexi 1959SLP amplifies this sound with its classic tube-driven warmth, providing the band’s music with both punch and depth. The use of multi-effects pedals like the HeadRush Pedalboard allows for a versatile range of tones, from searing solos to atmospheric textures, contributing significantly to the band's edgy, polished sound. This combination of gear and style results in a sonic experience that's both raw and refined, capturing the essence of L.A. Guns' impact on the glam metal genre.
Discography
L.A. Guns
1988
Cocked And Loaded
1989
Hollywood Vampires
1991
Live! Vampires
1991
Vicious Circle
1991
Hollywood A Go Go
1996
American Hardcore
1996
Cocked & Re-Loaded (Millenium Edition)
2000
Live! A Night On The Strip
2000
A Nite On The Strip - Live
2000
Ultimate L.A. Guns (Re-Recorded)
2002
MAN IN THE MOON
2003
Waking The Dead
2003
Hollywood Raw-The Original Sessions
2004
Rips the Covers Off
2004
Tales from the Strip
2005
Loud & Dangerous (Live from Hollywood)
2006
The Hollywood Years (Live & Loaded)
2007
Covered In Guns
2010
Shrinking Violet (Deluxe Reissue)
2010
Acoustic Gypsy (Live)
2011
Hollywood Forever
2012
Live in Concert
2012
Toronto 1990 (Live)
2015
A Fistful of Guns: Anthology 1985-2012
2017
The Missing Peace
2017
Made in Milan
2018
The Devil You Know
2019
Electric Gypsy Live
2019
Cocked & Loaded Live
2021
Checkered Past
2021
Black Diamonds
2023
Live At The Orpheum Theatre
2024
Leopard Skin
2025
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