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Band to Join, Vocalist, Rhythm Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Keyboard.ABOUT
Don't drink. Don't drug. Married. No children. Presently playing with Sanctuary (Iron Maiden Tribute Band) and Into The Void (Black Sabbath Tribute Band) but, i've been in many bands throughout the years including, a Megadeth Tribute Band, a Judas Priest Tribute Band, an AC/DC Tribute Band, a couple of Top 40 cover bands, an 80's Metal cover band, some Classic Rock cover bands, an original, girl-fronted, NJ Pop Rock band and, I was even part of a Gabber Band back in the late 90's!
I have extensive stage and some touring experience. All pro gear, transportation and a passport.
Some highlights of where I've played over the years include, the hallowed CB-GB's, BB Kings, Starland Ballroom, House of Blues (Atlantic City), M3 Festival (in Maryland), Speaking Rock (El Paso, Texas), a Gabber Festival in Amsterdam, Netherlands, The Hard Rock Cafe in Santo Domningo, DR, The Chance Theatre (Poughkeepsie, NY), JB McGiuness (Maryland) and many other NY / NJ / VA / MASS / CT / PA clubs so, i've been around the block.
Tracks are mostly incomplete ideas and are in need of real drums, vocals / lyrics and some further arranging.
All tracks were written, performed, recorded and mixed by yours truly in Pro Tools (Except for New 08-01-16 which was done in Cubase 6.5) using my Pod 2.0 and Bass Pod. Drums are programmed with Addictive Drums 2.0. The solos are all first takes and off the cuff, except for 08-01-16 which, was a third take). :) One day i'll go back and do some legitimate, and more thought out solos. For now..., they work. :)
- Screen name:
- IvanCisternas
- Member since:
- Nov 21 2005
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Touring
- Years playing music:
- 35
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Most available:
- Nights
Influences
METAL: Maiden, Priest, Metallica, Anthrax, Megadeth, Dream Theater, etc...
JAZZ: Return To Forever, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Al Dimeola, Weather Report, etc...
CLASSIC ROCK: Sabbath, Zep, Pink Floyd, Yes, Frank Zappa, etc...
MODERN: Tool, System Of A Down, Alice In Chains, Soundgarten, Opeth, Killswitch Engage, etc...
Instrument experience:
- Rhythm Guitar:
- Expert
- Lead Guitar:
- Expert
- Acoustic Guitar:
- Advanced
- Background Singer:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
Guitars: Heritage Les Paul, Two Gibson SG's, Hand-Built SG, Custom Built Warmoth Strat, Hand-Built PRS Styled Guitar, Fender Precision Bass, a Fender Mandolin and a Fender Acoustic Guitar
Amps: Marshall JVM410H 100W Head, Marshall TSL100 100W Head, Mesa Boogie Dual Rec 100W Head, Marshall TSL602 60W 2x12 Combo, Refurbished Ampeg Gemini I 30W Tube Combo (For Recording), Marshall 4x12 Stereo Cab and a Line 6 4x12 Stereo Cab.
Other: Two TC Electronics G-Major 2 Rigs, each including a Furman Line Conditioner, a Rocktron Patchmate 8 Looper and a Rocktron Midimate Controller. Many old school FX Pedals and a couple of DIY pedalboards.
Recording: In the all too painfully slow process of building a pro quality home studio. At present, i'm using a MOTU 828 Mk3 and two 8Pre's for a total of 24 tracks at 48K 24-bit. A variety of mics for recording drums, instruments and vocals. Several AKG headphones, some DI's, a couple of Alesis Compressors and a couple of cheap ART Tube Mic Pre's. In time, these will be upgraded.
MUSIC
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New 08-01-16
New 08-01-16 Year: 2016 Genre: Progressive
Only half a song still but, very promising. Thanks to Wally for laying down the bass track. Solo is totally over the top. Only a third take. First time using a VST Amp Sim (Emmissary). Normally use my Pod 2.0. Done in Cubase 6.5, instead of Pro Tools which, I haven't used in ages. Good skeleton nonetheless. Enjoy.
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Sliced n Diced
Sliced n Diced Year: 2012 Genre: Progressive
Still needs vocals/lyrics.
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New 06-15-15
New 06-15-15 Year: 2015 Genre: Progressive
First draft with a somewhat decent mix. Drums need livelying up a bit. Sorry, not a drummer. :)
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New 08-03-15
New 08-03-15 Year: 2015 Genre: Progressive
Really dig this little piece. It's looped one too many times. Sorry. :) Again, this resembles more of what i'm looking to put out there. I picture it as an intro to a song. Obviously, I need the rest of the song now. Any ideas?
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New 09-04-15
New 09-04-15 Year: 2015 Genre: Metal
Rough Draft. No edited solo here. One take. Never went back and redid it. Rarely ever do. :( It is what it is but, definitely more along the lines of what I want to put out there.
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New 07-26-14
New 07-26-14 Year: 2014 Genre: Progressive
Forgot about this one. 2 years ago to the day almost. Has potential. Like the riff. Drums are just a loop. It'd be cool to hear what it would sound like with some slight re-arranging, real drums and some vocals. Originally had a solo but, it sucked. :)
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Powerslave - Sanctuary Live at Starland Ballroom (Video)
Powerslave - Sanctuary Live at Starland Ballroom (Video)QANCvryK3zw
CALENDAR
Past Events
Come check out Sanctuary (Iron Maiden Tribute) for two hours + of Classic Iron Maiden at Tom n Jerry's (1006 MacDade Boulevard, Folsom, PA 19033).
Come check out Into The Void (Black Sabbath Tribute) at Sweeney's Saloon (13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116) for two hours + of Classic Black Sabbath.
Come check out Sanctuary (Iron Maiden tribute) for a full set of Classic Iron Maiden at Dingbatz ( 620 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013). Other bands TBA.
Come check out Sanctuary (Iron Maiden tribute) for a full set of classic Iron Maiden at Poor Richard's (116 School Street, Chicopee, MA 01013). Other bands TBA.
Come check out Sanctuary (Iron Maiden Tribute) at Club Chrome (405 Hudson River Road, Waterford, NY 12188) for a full set of classic Iron Maiden tracks with British Steel (Judas Priest Tribute) as special guests.
Come check out Into The Void (Black Sabbath Tribute) for two + hours of Classic Black Sabbath at The Bayou (580 Gramatan Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY 10552).
Come check out Sanctuary (Iron Maiden Tribute) at The Brighton Bar (121 Brighton Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740) for a full set of Classic Iron Maiden. Other bands TBA.
Come check out Into The Void (Black Sabbath Tribute) at Sweeney's Saloon (13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116) for two + hours of Classic Black sabbath.
Come check out Into The Void (Black Sabbath Tribute) at Jim Byrne Wee Pub (93-03 95th Ave, Ozone Park, NY 11416) for two + hours of Classic Black Sabbath.
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Tom n Jerry's in Philadelphia
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Bar XIII in Delaware
Playing With Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Tom n Jerry's in Philadelphia
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Tom n Jerry's in Philadelphia
Playing with Sanctuary: The Iron Maiden Experience at Brian's BBQ in Middletown, NY
I'll be playing with In My Darkest Hour at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ on the 26th of August. In My Darkest Hour was a Megadeth Tribute Band that had no luck getting any gigs other than Dingbatz so, it was officially disbanded many months ago. I think it's a birthday bash or something, as we were requested to play so, probably be a blast. No idea who the other bands will be but, I heard mention of a Pantera band being in the roster. We'll see. If you're in the area....
I'll be playing with Beyond The Black at Dingbatz in Clifton, NJ on August 6th. We're usually sandwiched between the opener and the headliners so, show time is probably gonna be at around 10:00. We cover Priest, Maiden, Queensryche, King Diamond, Megadeth and more. Stop by if you're in the area and say hi.
I will be playing with my Iron Maiden Tribute brethren at The Chance Theatre in Poughkeepsie, NY on July 23rd. We're headlining so, won't go on till 10:30 - 11:00. Doors open earlier of course. Always some good opening bands so, show up early if you can. Been with Sanctuary for 6 - 7 years now. Great, tight band. If you're in the area, stop by and say hello.
