Joe Sims
Name:Joe Sims
Playing (years): 28
Style: Metal
Gear: Jackson & Ibanez guitars, Mesa-Boogie Rectifier amp
Endorsements: None at the moment........
Past accomplishments:
- 9 releases (bands include: Dream or Nightmare, Axemaster, The Awakening, and Reign)
- Music featured on the rock music encyclopedia on CD-ROM titled "Recorded History" (which is included in, among others, the United Nation's "Great Library of Alexandria" and "The National Library of Canada")
- Music in the comedy/horror movie "Killer Nerd"
- Featured in publications and on radio internationally for 20 years
Current and upcoming projects: I play with the band Dream or Nightmare, we're currently in the process of writing material for a new CD. The band will also soon be featured on the CD-ROM "The Polishing of Metal" (same format as the CD-ROM listed above but specific to metal).
Favorite guitarist: Can't name just one, I'd say my main favorites are Criss Oliva, Michael Schenker, Kirk Hammet, Yngwie Malmsteen, and Tony Iommi.
Most underrated players: Jon Schaffer (not enough of the general public recognize players for outstanding rhythm guitar work) & Criss Oliva.
Best musician you've ever seen: Geddy Lee & Yngwie Malmsteen
Four words that best describe what you want to get across in your playing: Power, Feeling, Intensity, Emotion
Ultimate goal: To leave as big a legacy in music as I can; I want people to still be listening to my music long after I'm gone........
Contact: simsmetal@aol.com or DorNinfo@aol.com
Website: http://www.dreamornightmare.com
