Misha Mansoor: Periphery Founder & Guitarist

[@MishaMansoor]

Hey Warren! This was such a blast, and I had so much fun chatting with you about all sorts of stuff. Especially all the F1 stuff that got cut haha! Thank you so much for having me!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Misha for coming by! I had a blast and yes, happy to talk F1 any day/time of the day or week with you! Haha

[@thesongacademy5017]

Fantastic interview! So relaxed and natural! The best I have seen with Misha!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@thesongacademy5017 thanks ever so much!

[@1VERZHN]

Misha is a beast!! All the periphery guys are insane.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, agreed 100%!!

[@willesposito9165]

I caught myself smiling so big when Warren got to play that Misha Strat. He looked like the happiest kid on Christmas day.

[@Producelikeapro]

It's such an amazing Guitar!! I want one! I asked him to leave it, Haha!

[@Issachernandez1]

I mean, how could he not be. It's such a cool guitar!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@Issachernandez1 it's REALLY good!!

[@willesposito9165]

Heck yeah. You got the Mish man. He's such a nice dude.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, he's a truly wonderful guy!

[@Issachernandez1]

I love that they're process is different and he's not trying to force anything. That's how they make music. I gotta learn from this!

[@Producelikeapro]

Indeed! Agreed Isaac!

[@TheLemonKiller]

It's not as fun when you're in a bad that works in the exact opposite way. Do I really miss playing in that band? Of course. But I have way more creative freedom now.

[@AlexeySolovievMusic]

It’s super great to see Misha on this channel! 😀👍🔥🔥🔥

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Alexey!

[@Producelikeapro]

What other metal artists would you love to hear from? Let me know by commenting below!

[@PrapujyaRamesh]

Please get Steven Wilson!!!

[@commontimeproductions]

Marco Sfogli!

[@AlexeySolovievMusic]

Can you please make an interview with Andy James,? he’s super awesome guitarist and his STL plugins rocks!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Am loving Haken, TesseracT, Frost* (a personal fav)... the list goes on!! 🤔

[@Peter-by3ox]

Kenny from Type O Negative

[@respectfulremastersbymetal8336]

I like around 1:03:00 when he is talking about 'just write something else' I can't remember who said it, but it was something like "don't record it to remember it and go back, if you can't just remember it yourself the next day, it wasn't any good" Totally on board with that.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%

[@wesleytrott6397]

Misha just looks so happy doing what he's doing. He talks so passionately about writing and producing music. And he seems to light up when he talks about his guitars and Horizon Devices pedals. Like, he's having so much fun with it. I wish my job brought me half as much joy.

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed, blessed to do what he loves for a living!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Man, the metal interviews are top notch man! So awesome!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much RC32!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@Producelikeapro Cheers!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@RC32Smiths01 thanks ever so much!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@Producelikeapro my pleasure!

[@fedbysound]

Brilliant interview! I am on the same page regarding compromise. I’d rather fail commercially and love what I make than be successful & not like my own music. ❤️🎶🤘🏼🎸

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! Well said

[@mekkoband3488]

So therapeutical to hear that Misha has the same kind of ”compose it->record it-> practice it” mentality that I’m famillar with. Makes you really go for the music that’s coming from the inside rather than from what you are used to play with your fingers. Thanks for this inspiring video!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed! It takes work, I love that too!

[@carlostorres1171]

I just enjoy that he flat out said he’s not crazy about a specific aspect of his own product

[@Producelikeapro]

The amp sim? That’s an older product I believe

[@ThomasECahill]

Thanks Warren and team, i really enjoyed this. Misha is one of the musicians i watch every interview with, his attitude, knowledge, personality and wisdom is very inspirational! Misha dude you are Cool.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! He is pretty cool isn't he! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thesongacademy5017]

Fantastic interview! So relaxed and natural! The best I have seen with Misha!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@consumer365]

That's awesome I write vocal patterns the same way. I make noises while we jam and find arrangements. The band writes the lyrics together but the amount of silibols is layed down to how I play guitar and sing. Saves alot of time and very smart imo. When we go to track vocals stuff kinda falls in place.

[@darrylritter4275]

Probably one of the best interviews I've seen... EVER! Insightful, candid and honest.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Darryl!

[@Simonewhitesim-1music]

So wonderful to see him on here. Thanks, Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Simone!

[@KenMyrheim]

Thank you, Warren and Misha, for letting us listen in on your conversation. Looking forward to the djentrification of Warren's studio! I share Misha's love for Nobuo Uematsu, and in addition to his great work on Final Fantasy VII, I also want to mention Lost Odyssey. For anyone curious, check out the track "Neverending Journey" from the Lost Odyssey soundtrack. It starts out as a Peruvian pan-pipe kind of thing, then it turns into a metal shred-fest halfway through. Sounds bonkers, but it works!

[@moano3271]

Man i was so obsessed with this mans music back in the day. I was a total Bulb ripoff for sure, as were many others as well. The forums overflooded with ”how do you get that Bulb snare sound??” 😁 I remember OMNOM as well 👌 great chat guys

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing!

[@bobbykanemusictube]

This made my century. I went straight off to write some music and forgot to comment. So my comment is late because I wanted to watch some parts again.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Bobby! You Rock!!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Oooo... that's a nice guitar, and a very nice plugin... I now know what I want for my birthday!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic Nigel!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

@@Producelikeapro Thank you chap... and call me Nige, or Nidge... but not that word predictive text sometimes suggests!! 😩

[@Producelikeapro]

Hahaha

[@noiseinthebasement8139]

Great interview and discussion. Thanks, Misha & Warren!

[@bryantwilson5151]

Had the opportunity to do group vocals/Choir vocals on Hail Stan. It was a super cool experience. Awesome to see Misha on your channel!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for sharing! That sounds very cool

My goodness! My two favorite people in one video! Thank you for bringing us this interview!

[@Producelikeapro]

You’re very kind

[@PatRaimondo]

that amp plugin sounds really nice!!! wow!!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Pat!

[@LewisAsunder]

Great job Warren, always lovely to see you reaching out to some top folk from different genres. Excellent interview!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Misha is a wonderful guitarist and a great guy!

[@thebooda]

What an absolute joy that must have been talking with Misha in person. It was an absolute joy to watch your interview. MIsha is hard core impressive!! (You and your team are too, Warren!) Thanks for the video!

[@Nopleaseandthanks]

Great tones

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Paul!

[@noonesfang131]

Years ago he used to post Periphery tracks and some solo stuff on the Seymour Duncan Users Group forum before they hit it big. It's really cool to see someone from the forum doing so well.

[@Producelikeapro]

That's great to hear Ray!

[@ph0kused]

Misha could totally do a podcast about cars, watches, song writing, and guitar and itd be so popular. As niche as that sounds, i think a lot of peeps would dig it.

[@Producelikeapro]

I agree 100%! Maybe he will!!

[@donttrythisathometrythisat7429]

So cool! Misha is da bomb. Warren, you sounded great on that strat!. many thanks for posting this.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much my friend! I hope you’re doing well!!

[@dexsmith1864]

2 Journeymen enjoying each others knowledge, experience and expertise..... glorious. Thanks for a very enjoyable hour with the boys. I love it when geniuses love others geniousness.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much

[@josephkyle6271]

Misha AAAAND Warren!?!?!?! Sign me up!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Joseph!

[@ivanidea4027]

Awesome!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Ivan!

[@richbriggs6053]

Misha is so the regular guy, awesome interview 👏

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@patrickconnelly2904]

As a producer, I would suggest you make an acoustic album. Your playing is beautiful. I would recommend a Keisel guitar.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Patrick! Yes, would be fantastic!

[@OGM_OriginalGameMusic]

nobuo uematsu is a genius. as is Akira Yamaoka. final fantasy IX & Silent Hill 2/3 really inspire me.

[@brunoteixeira5912]

What a great and fun hour, loved it!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Bruno!

[@DougieFresh93]

They truly are more defined each album. I've been listening to them for over a decade now. I will always support Periphery. Thank you Misha.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic! Yes, great band!

[@MarcBecker_Music]

This is awesome. Great conversation. Thank you, Misha, Warren and Eric. I definitely have to try some Topo Chico ;-)

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Marc! You Rock!

[@raizoumisty4575]

Thank you for this, Warren. You rock!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@OGM_OriginalGameMusic]

THE ONE YOUR WRITING NOW!? YES! Brilliant video, man.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@svartsjokolade]

38:57 That's such a great tune, "Girls" by The 1975.

[@user-yo1cv2me5l]

Epic crossover

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Ultra!

[@JesusArmasOficial]

Such incredible insights on this video about songwriting. Valuable advice that I will surely apply to my work as a musician and producer. Great to see Misha here on the channel. He's a beast.

[@WhereAreWe7]

This is awesome!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Chad!

[@AleKiefer95]

I didn't expected this interview to ever happen! so glad to see two of my favourite producers/musicians talking about music :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Alex!

[@deanrussell5901]

Wow never imagined this! Absolutely great!

[@darrenross9168]

Hi Warren, Great video, thank you, have a great day, all the best.

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Dang!! 'Download' is on my doorstep... maybe soon!! AND Alan Holdsworth... I do have a friend who's actually pretty successful and well known in the biz... Holdsworth is his hero... what a guitarist!!

[@mitchvantine4250]

Haha yes! Misha is a monster, glad to see him on the channel. Love the vids Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! He is!!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

OK, last comment for the evening... you can tell I had some time to myself for a change! Thank you warren for a splendid interview, and Misha... thank you sir, so interesting and what a nice guy... peace and out! 🤘😎🤘

[@jloiben12]

28:30 That’s why you don’t want to do a whole album of that type of music right away. You’d want to start with one song in an album being totally different. Then the next album has two or three. And then you have the big different album. Or at least something like that unless you have such a massive, or specific, audience that it just doesn’t matter. If you condition your audience you can do a lot. This is like some of the very good early non-hip hop radio stations that played hip hop songs. They’d have a process for introducing those types of songs. It wouldn’t just be “hip hop hour with XX” right out of the gate. They would start playing hip hop songs in the D block and slowly move the songs into more “premier” places and with greater frequency. There were processes that allowed for a substantial amount of creativity within a structure that allowed the audience to get what they want too. I feel like this should be a lot on producers. To help guide the band like this if they want to do more out there/different things

[@ELECTRICSCARS]

I Love watching Interviews with Misha, it`s always so interesting what he think and say about Music, great guy

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!

[@jamiew.lacroix7055]

I'm a giant fan of yours Warren and always learn so much thanks for the education, I really enjoy Joe Stump

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@bukkaratsuppa6414]

This dude is nothing short but the 21st century Rachmaninoff. In my humble opinion.

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic!

[@cyrhonej]

That was a nice listen. It's very interesting to hear their music creation process is very different. Not the typical advice or perspective I've usually seen on the internet, but an approach that feels like what most hobby players like myself experience. Thank you for video.

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Bizzarre... I literally was listening to 'Periphery' earlier today... one of those 'if you like that, you also might like this' moments... luuurve karma!! 🤘😎🤘

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Nigel!

[@Khunvyel]

47:03 "10 - 52 in standard" ? The question is not always gauge, it's also scale length. You need 10s on a standard Gibson scale to match the 9s on a Strat scale. And it's not just tuning stability that can be completely ignored with the evertune (althoug there is still intonation issue), the sound of it is also distinctive, especially when you HAVE to put more force in to make it sound. It's just different.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, it's a combination of Tuning and Scale Length that determines the right gauge for the guitar!

[@charliebetperez]

I like that he doesn't care about originality. He just makes music he loves, and originality comes as a byproduct. I feel like a lot of people get lost in a journey to be the most original and quirky musician and don't give themselves time to enjoy themselves and learn, and let originality come on its own, and their music suffers in the end. Quite the bootstrap, eh?

[@WutipongWongsakuldej]

Speaking of Nobuo Uematsu, checkout one of his band "The Black Mages". They play Final Fantasy music in Progressive Metal (the original composition are already Prog Rock to begin with anyway).

[@paulleimbach3198]

This will sound very self indulgent but i can recognize so many of my own writing ‘quirks’ in misha’s explanation on the writing process. I have felt very strongly about that passion for the crafted sensation rather than the performance in my own music but have gotten quite insecure about it over time as a lot of fellow musician keep hammering on the performance. (Looking at you SMG ;) ) but hearing Misha owning it felt great to hear. Thanks! Also Periphery rules. Cheers

[@MilagroRoadStudios]

Amazing interview, Warren! Congratulations!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@silkroad1201]

They don't jam because they don't write music, they write math. Seriously though, Periphery was hands down the best show I've ever been too. They're absolutely amazing live

[@willesposito9165]

If you could get Gary Holt from Slayer and Exodus I would die. He has been in two of the most iconic thrash bands for like 40 years and he's a super cool guy. I'm sure he has an insane amount of knowledge and stories to share.

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous idea!

[@seenbelow]

This was so great!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@HackionSTx]

Warren always surprising us. What a guy. Love your channel, keep up the great work 👊😎

[@Producelikeapro]

Hi Lucas! Thanks 👍

[@HackionSTx]

@@Producelikeapro no no my friend, I have to thank you. Your content is awesome and I still can't believe it's free. You deserve a lot of praise.

[@GeraldLyn]

It’s very easy to forget how much of a shredder Warren is!

[@finnancahill2644]

I really wish they would make an updated version of the toneforge plugin

[@OGM_OriginalGameMusic]

his view on progressive metal is exactly how i feel about alternative/nu metal.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks for sharing!

Great interview, love it!!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Misha rules!

@@Producelikeapro So much fun to watch you two and it's very educational, too!

[@Producelikeapro]

@ that’s great to hear! Glad you enjoyed the video! Misha is wonderful to talk too!

[@drivenelement]

Damn never expected to see Misha on this channel, so sick!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Absolutely progressive rock let's you play the field and be innovative and different by dipping into and mixing the genres... Genesis to Dream Theatre and everything/anything in between!! 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Agreed 100%!!

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

@@Producelikeapro I'm not stalking you... honest injun (can we say that?)!! 😊 🤞

[@Producelikeapro]

Probably not! Haha

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

@@Producelikeapro Noted!! 🤔 That blue Jackson sounds awesome and you play really it well... it suits you! 👍

[@Alien-qw5ks]

I love this guy, such energy

[@CraigRMerriman]

Misha!

[@Producelikeapro]

YES!!

[@andreaseveso]

At 16:35 confirmed that Misha actually knows how to play standard chords and he is human.

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha indeed!

[@Khunvyel]

Just putting it out there; Kalium strings. If they ever team up with Elixir, I can't imagine how this combo could be beat in any way shape or form. I've been using custom string gauges with single strings as much as I can, and the fact that Elixir sells them individually too is a real treat. Just make sure you understand your headstock design first before knowing what strings you want to slap on to it. I could guess very much that Horizon strings are better than average, but with so many string manufacturers out there, I just can't see how anyone could ever possibly pass up either Elixir or Kalium. If you think Elixir are overpriced, you have to try them to see it. When your strings sound exactly like on day 1 but a YEAR later, then you know what you paid for. Especially Elixir on BASS. If you complain about your bass player not changing strings enough, gift them with a set of Elixirs. For your own sake. Will always sound crisp.

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

I think that if you LOVE your own music, there's something not right... self criticism and doubt is what makes you either give up or forge on... I'm not a great musician, and riddled with self doubt, but I keep on bashing at the wall... a significant birthday coming up next year... am aiming to complete the mission! 👍

[@nigelbentonakauapoap3691]

Nice Fenderlikey... I never knew that Jackson was owned by Fender... I have a Jackson AND a Fender HSS Strat, Affinity only but does the job of giving me the jingle that the Jackson doesn't have!

[@c3ntury1337]

Saw him on Kitboga at Twitch a while ago. Cool guy.

[@matiasmarzialetti1683]

what is the name of the game and composer he talks about? Can´t figure it out 53:51

[@Producelikeapro]

Nobu Uematsu!

[@MarkHolden73]

Great chat. Guitar strings question. Misha mentioned the mixed gauges in the horizon set. Does Misha or yourself know how well these work on a PRS fixed bridge/saddle, as they are designed for standard sets to give perfect intonation without adjustment (and they do work really well). So has anyone tried these on a PRS? Also side note Audio Assault have just put out an IR mixer that looks interesting.

[@tylerkennedy4203]

love this

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Tyler!

[@erikkroll2154]

Great interview! Maybe have Nicko Mcbrain from Iron Maiden on. Or really anyone from Maiden.

[@gargantula3274]

It's inspiring seeing someone from such a similar background as me absolutely killing it. Although, I did have the N64 growing up, so I guess I'm more like a poor man's Pokemon Stadium and not necessarily in a good way. lol

[@artokujala]

Is this MJ Series Juggernaut some prototype model? So far there has only been Indonesian and USA models of Juggernaut 🤔

[@xsonicassassinx]

it's been coming up a lot lately, the "i don't want to fight my guitar" thing. unless i'm a gauge or two higher than normal, it is WILDLY uncomfortable. 11-56 or so or i pull strings off the neck

[@tylorkenniston1192]

I got your email, and I clicked very quickly

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic Tylor!

[@nathanlewis4252]

Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Nathan!

[@carlostorres1171]

I hear that 1975 part!

[@MJ-it5bm]

Misha Mansoor: Periphery Founder & Guitarist

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, indeed MJ! Thanks ever so much

[@akasetkya6253]

Alternate tuning for guitar, great subject, try playing Joni Mitchell in standard tuning!

[@unclescott8792]

Please pardon me but I cannot understand the name of the band Warren mentioned… I think it was when he asked “what’s the band that all the Irish kids are listening to?“ Can somebody please enlighten me on the name of that band?

[@Producelikeapro]

It was Bring Me The Horizon, we worked with an Irish band who were huge fans.

[@unclescott8792]

@@Producelikeapro Very nice - thanks so much for taking the time to reply -Scott

[@Producelikeapro]

@@unclescott8792 of course! Thanks ever so much

[@DanielHuman1996]

Jackson makes sweet guitars, cherry red!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Very cool indeed

[@johnzwick5331]

That was rad. Thanks guys!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@hogblockula9335]

absolute kings

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@yoyothe3rd]

38:53 MISHA PLAYS 1975. I CAN DIE IN PEACE NOW WTF

[@Producelikeapro]

Haha cool

[@jacksmith4460]

i love FF7 music too haha, similar level of influence on me

[@yashdaware2458]

>Walks in >Sponsors your studio >Walks out with topo Chico endorsement

[@Producelikeapro]

I'll take a Topo Chico endorsement any day! Haha