Steven Sparks
Steven Sparks, from Albuquerque, New Mexico, does all his own recording including all guitars, bass and vocals. He Bleeds Metal, everything from Black Sabbath and Motorhead to Korn and Shadows Fall. He started out playing in his bedroom just passing the time, getting away from all the hassle of everyday life. Steven is a self-taught musician with no lessons, much like Jimmy Hendrix. His music is Heavy Metal/Hard Rock with a unique sound. Every song has an inspiration behind it and the vocals are varied on each song. Its all about feeling the music.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
I just started recording. Now that i have songs written I have gotten together with some other musicians and we are currently writing and practicing to play live.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I Have played live by myself.
Your musical influences
Lamb of God, GodSmack ,Shadows Fall, Black Sabbath,
Metallica, Zack Wylde,
What equipment do you use?
Esp Guitars, EMG-81 Pickups, GHS/Earnie Ball strings, Marshall and Mesa Boogie, Tortex picks, Boss, Sure, Monster Cables, Dunlop, Ibanez TS-9, and Line 6.
