Congrats To Michael Angelo Batio!!!

[fullshred]

Michael Angelo Batio (ex N.I.T.R.O., Holland, Michael Angelo) has officially become an endorser of EB strings!

"It’s official! Michael is now endorsed by Ernie Ball strings! Ernie Ball’s high standards have attracted the world’s greatest guitar players, including but not limited to, Jimmy Page, Paul McCartney, John Petrucci, Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Slash. Jerry Cantrell and now, Michael Angelo Batio! Michael has used Ernie Ball strings throughout his career and is honored to be a part of the Ernie Ball team!"

http://www.angelo.com/what_s_new.html

Mike RAWKS \m/ \m/

Drew

 

[PeteDuBaldo]

Very cool! Michael (doubleguitar) is a nice guy, and MAN does he shred

 

[heavymetaljames]

Cool - he is indeed one majorly crazy dude and quite inspirational in what he does. For those who haven't heard this guy before - here's a link to a video on his site
http://www.deanguitars.com/angelo/mab_videos/

Enjoy!

 

[phatduckk]

thats cool.

ya he's really damn good! i wish i could play a 1/4 that well (woulda said 1/2 but he's using 3 guitars so i had to divide by 2 one more time)

 

[robelinda2]

yeah he's a shred demon from way back, cops a lot of flak for being a speed demon, but hey its cool!!! Frighteneing technique. and now he's a baller!!! whats next....Angelo sig Axis/Petrucci/20th silo hybrid ultra shred machine?

 

[koogie2k]

Super insane talent....and now running with the EB Strings.....great decision on his part and EBMM's.


Welcome to the Addiction Michael!

 

[SteveB]

whats next....Angelo sig Axis/Petrucci/20th silo hybrid ultra shred machine?

I doubt that.. he's a Dean player for a long time now. It would be great if he came to MusicMan, but if he's got a good relationship and he likes their stuff, there's little reason for him to change.

 

[robelinda2]

I doubt that.. he's a Dean player for a long time now. It would be great if he came to MusicMan, but if he's got a good relationship and he likes their stuff, there's little reason for him to change.

yeah he loves the Dean guitars, sure would be cool to see him with a Angelo special EBMM though!

 

[Derek]

Michael is a very nice guy and super player. Were going to try and get him to record a original tune expressly for EB radio.(more on that later) He expressed his desire to become "official" and has been a loyal EB player for over 20 years. We are glad to have him on the team.

His gauge of choice Super Slinky 9-42.

 

[tommyindelaware]

Michael is a very nice guy and super player. Were going to try and get him to record a original tune expressly for EB radio.(more on that later) He expressed his desire to become "official" and has been a loyal EB player for over 20 years. We are glad to have him on the team.

His gauge of choice Super Slinky 9-42.

i wonder if his tech is dislexic yet....

 

[glockaxis]

I personally love his playing and down-to-earth attitude. People always say he lacks feeling, but the guy touches me. Welcome to the family.

 

[Darth Tater]

Now the question is...who's wigs does he endorse? I assume that's his own signature model wig, I don't think anyone else would design that mop.

 

[Astrofreq]

Now the question is...who's wigs does he endorse? I assume that's his own signature model wig, I don't think anyone else would design that mop.

That's hilarious. I have his old Hot Licks video which rates a 99 on the "unintentionally funny" scale. the only thing I found "unintentionally" funnier was the Corey Haim True Hollywood Story. both provide me with endless laughs.

I must admit, they guy can play and he seems nice enough. (I'm talking about Michael. I know nothing of Corey).

 

[mbgreene]

Actually stumbled into a M A B clinic about two weeks ago. I stopped ito my local music shop to check in on something and one of the owners says "Sorry Mike, he's not going to make it today, his plane was hit by lightning, he'll be here tomorrow" After looking appropriately confused, I realized the store was completely refigured and there was a small platform in the corner set up with a pair of Marshall half-stacks. Then I saw the promotional posters and they explained that there was a clinic scheduled for that afternoon, but I had had no idea. Turns out he was grounded in Chicago at the airport for 17 hours. So I figured I'd stop by the next day and check it out.

He made it on Sunday and put on a good show. Played a few songs from his latest album which included tribute tunes toward Randy Rhoads, Richie Blackmore and Zeppelin. Incredible speed - he plays the Rhodes two handed tapping riffs as sweep picked arpeggios. He did his over/under hand switching fretboard work while explaining how and why he did it - his main point was because he can and its part of the show. He mentioned I wouldn't do it in the studio, because its not necessary, but on stage I'm here to entertain as well. He's also a natural lefty. Took some questions, told some stories. I only had time to stay for the first hour so I didn't see him play the double neck, but it was there. I also didn't get to stay for the meet/greet after but as he was setting up, discussing his technique or answering questions he came across as a very nice guy. This was backed up later by the guys in the store. Played up the Rock 'n Roll schtick a bit - but hey he's a performer.

 

[robguitar]

I have the Hot Licks vid around the house somewhere. It's pretty cheesy but the dude has killer chops.

I think he wears a wig too. Frank Gambale used to wear one.