Gus G plays the Whiskey A Go Go Oct. 15
Gus G. has come out with a bang with his recently released solo debut I Am The Fire. Gus G. will be performing songs off his latest recording at Whisky A Go Go in Hollywood on Oct. 15.
He has embarked on various acoustic shows collaborating with Mats Levén and LYNAM on his worldwide tour where he will be playing in Europe and South America. Gus G. has performed with Firewind, Nightrage, Arch Enemy, and Dream Evil. He has also been a vital component in the backing band for Ozzy Osbourne.
The OC Concert Guide had the chance to chat with Gus G. about how he got into heavy metal, working with Ozzy Osbourne and his latest record.
OCCG: What got you into heavy metal music?
GUS G: As far as I can remember, originally it was watching Alice Cooper, Guns N Roses and Metallica videos on TV when I was a kid. But my life changed after I listened to Black Sabbath.
OCCG: Who have always been your musical inspirations?
GUS G: Obviously Black Sabbath. And all the classic metal bands – Iron Maiden, Priest, Ozzy, Dio, Scorpions, Megadeth. The list goes on.
OCCG: What are you looking forward to in regards to performing with LYNAM?
GUS G: Well, I’ve collaborated with their singer, Jacob Bunton, on a song on my album; we wrote a track together called “Just Can’t Let Go.” Lynam is a kickass rock band and these shows should be a lot of fun!
OCCG: How is it working with Ozzy Osbourne?
GUS G: It’s awesome! How else could it be? I always say that every moment around Ozzy is precious, and I’ve really enjoyed every day I got to spend with him and tour the world with him.
OCCG: What do you want your fans to gain out of your recently released solo album I Am The Fire?
GUS G: Well, it’s a record that has many “colors” so to speak. I believe there’s something in it for everyone. Whether you’re into guitar shredding music, heavy metal or good songwriting, simple and catchy rock tunes, this record is for you. There are lots of collaborations with different artists, from Jeff Scott Soto to Devour The Day and Michael Starr of Steel Panther!
OCCG: What excites you most about your worldwide tour?
GUS G: The fact that I get to visit many places, old and new, and play for the fans. Nothing beats that. Plus, it’s my first time touring as a solo artist, so it’s very exciting to see the feedback. It’s almost like starting over again.
OCCG: What are you most looking forward to for your show at Whisky A Go Go?
GUS G: The Whisky is such a legendary place, and just playing on the Strip, there’s so much rock history there. All of my past shows in Hollywood have been awesome, so I can’t wait to get back there and present my solo band.
OCCG: What’s the next step for your musical career?
GUS G: I think that the attempt to go solo was the next logical move for my career. So far, so good. I plan on doing a lot more touring until early 2015 and then head back in the studio and work on my 2nd album.
OCCG: What would you be doing right now if you hadn’t pursued music?
GUS G: It’s funny ‘cause I never thought of that back when I was starting out. I always thought that this is what I would be doing in my life, there was never any Plan B. I’m grateful things went the way I thought they would, ‘cause I sure as hell don’t know what I’d be doing now!