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Words: Loren • January 4, 2021

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Andy Lutz (War//Plague-vocals and guitar)

SPB: Do you use any special equipment to emphasize your vocals when playing live?

Lutz: Generally, I just use a Shure SM58 microphone. I like to throw some subtle effects on vocals, like maybe a little delay, and then have some bourbon to warm them up, but that's about it. My vocal style has been an ever-evolving process over the years, but I'm influenced by people like Tom G. Warrior, Max Cavalera and Jaz Coleman, just to name a few. I try to focus on attack, range and see where I can push myself.

For my guitar rig, I play a Gibson SG Gothic with a modified Mesa Triple Rectifier and a Mesa cab. No pedals. That's it, keep it loud, simple and aggressive.

— Loren • January 4, 2021

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Series: What's That Noise?

One-question interviews with artists where we find out about the gear and equipment they use to achieve their sound.

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