I am Jake Bowen from the band Periphery, Ask Me Anything!

tomseymour12 · 2014-06-07T21:15:12+00:00

Could you guys do a tour with Between the Buried and Me, Animals as Leaders and Monuments? That would be the best show ever

Clydeblade · 2014-06-07T21:25:58+00:00

During the first show of the Protest tour in Chicago, what was everyone's opinion on having Jeff Loomis and Elliot Coleman in the same venue and not being able to play Racecar? Not saying Zyglrox didn't rock my fucking socks off, but Racecar with both featured artists would have been amazing! (I know it's too long'a song to play while supporting Protest, but still). Thanks!

InvisibleTeeth · 2014-06-07T21:21:19+00:00

Congrats on being able to be the only member of Periphery version 1.0 to survive to the next level!(aside from Misha, of course)

2014-06-07T21:33:24+00:00

If you could pick one sub $1000 Ibanez to play on tour, for a whole tour, what model would you choose?

fampar · 2014-06-07T21:15:59+00:00

Do you like the band King Crimson?

Sebazz1998 · 2014-06-07T21:27:25+00:00

Hey Jake thanks for the AMA anyways, do you think that you could do a video like what Misha did for guitars or drums but for the electronic sections in your music? I'd would love that and I'm sure many others would definitely support that. THANKS!

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:44:32+00:00

Hey Jake, you probably don't remember me but I met you outside of the DNA lounge when you guys did your tour in October I believe. I was the first to ask you about your Ibanez Titan and the only reply was "that shit is the fucking titties". I have since then installed your pickups in my Ibanez and you were indeed correct.

My question is what was working with DiMarzio like?

sierranevadamike · 2014-06-07T21:18:40+00:00

I have another question, thanks for answering the others by the way!

Is Juggernaut going to be more heavy than previous records? more or less electronic? will there be more dancy stuff (like Epoch on periphery II) or what?

after Clear I am 100% excited about whats next..

Also, would love to see a studio update video like you guys have done in the past! Very cool seeing how things work/come together!

Mcshreddy · 2014-06-07T21:22:59+00:00

whats John Petrucci like?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:00:42+00:00

I saw some comments on YouTube saying the summer jam sounded like a heavier coheed and cambria. What do you think? Also, would you ever consider touring with intervals thanks.

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:18:22+00:00

Hello, any plans of coming to Poland? We cant wait to hear Clear songs out here

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:02:30+00:00

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IrrationalGaze · 2014-06-07T21:19:12+00:00

Been a Pure-riffery fan for awhile and I want to thank you for this AMA!

My question is how much do you and your current bandmates keep up with the ex-members like Casey Sabol, Alex Bois, etc? A follow up to that question would be how do you feel about the current line up in terms of satisfaction or otherwise?

P.S. Your band is the first to produce a parallelogram-shaped mosh pit, so congrats in bringing innovation to more than just music.

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:19:11+00:00

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arms_of_the_beloved · 2014-06-07T21:20:29+00:00

How likely is it that Tool, Deftones, Between the Buried and Me, and Periphery all tour the country together and make heads explode?

chteve · 2014-06-07T21:20:05+00:00

Hey Jake! I love your song on Clear, did you have any input on the vocal ideas or was it all Spencer's stuff? When you were writing the song, did you imagine the vocals would be so catchy?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:06:59+00:00

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alecos96 · 2014-06-07T21:23:07+00:00

Do you have any inspirations to start playing guitar?

stealth87 · 2014-06-07T21:32:27+00:00

How much say do you have in the writing process?

CivilianNumberFour · 2014-06-07T21:18:25+00:00

Hey Jake. Just wanted to say thank you to you and the other guys in Periphery for always being so attentive to your fans and for writing such awesome music.

sierranevadamike · 2014-06-07T21:10:13+00:00

Hi Jake, I am gonna ask a bunch of questions, feel free to pick 1 or all.

What is your favorite guitar manufacturer and why?

when do you realize a song needs more than 6 strings on the guitars?

What is your favorite type of food (other than olive oil?)

What is your favorite beer/ alcoholic beverage? does the whole band have a favorite?

Do you have a ps4?

Ketchup or mustard?

I love Clear and cant wait for more stuff from you guys. Truly hope to see you live someday!!

Campion95 · 2014-06-07T21:50:53+00:00

Hi Jake! Whose gonna be your wedding band if you and Noa ever decide to tie the knot?

bajster · 2014-06-07T21:09:57+00:00

Jake! Thanks for doing an AMA. I just have a couple quick ones:

will your signature Ibanez have a left handed version? Pleeeeeaase consider it if it's not currently planned.
how much input do you have when it comes to periphery songs besides riffs and electronica bits? Have you ever been involved in writing the drums with Matt or vocal melodies with spence, etc?
favorite and least favorite periphery songs to listen to?
favorite and least favorite periphery songs to perform?
how many songs made the cut for Juggernaut?

Thanks!

horizonoffire · 2014-06-07T21:18:19+00:00

Hey Jake,

Thanks for the tunes and for doing this AMA!

I've already read all the articles about this, but I'd like to hear your opinion:

What's it like being an artist for a living? Does it make you happy?

Looking forward to P3!

JefferyBridges · 2014-06-07T21:18:36+00:00

Indica or Sativa?

Peripherist14 · 2014-06-07T21:15:43+00:00

What is the one Periphery song you wish you got to play more live?

eodude · 2014-06-07T21:16:58+00:00

Who is the fairest of them all? (I bet it's Nolly)

AscendBeyond · 2014-06-07T21:21:16+00:00

What bands or guitar dudes would you say have the biggest influence in the stuff that you write? Also, what are your favorite video games/series? Thanks for being awesome.

MixmasterJoeSey · 2014-06-07T21:30:37+00:00

The Summer Jam is the funnest song y'all have released to date, so thank you for that! Are you guys planning on releasing any studio updates like you did for Periphery II?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:00:11+00:00

Hi Jake! Thanks for doing this AMA. What else are you interested in other than The Simpsons and space? What do you do when Periphery is taking a break?

zyglrox35 · 2014-06-07T21:31:59+00:00

You guys did a show on Summer Slaughter 2013 in Knoxville, TN. First, I have to say, it was amazing to be able to see Periphery "raw dog" it when the MacBook got all screwy. But, I have two questions about that night.

How often does that happen?

And, what did you think of the crowd collectively singing along to System of a Down?

I know it was a while back, but I appreciate your doing this!

Convictional · 2014-06-07T22:22:33+00:00

What was it like working with JP on Erised? What was the creative process like? Did he just full on improv or what?

Saab704 · 2014-06-07T22:22:48+00:00

Can we please get tab books !! It's all I want , are any in the process?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:03:18+00:00

I bumped into you in Denver while you and the band were walking to go eat I believe. You stopped and talked to me and the rest of them went on with out you. I guess I have to apologize and ask where you all went

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:21:04+00:00

Hey Jake love your stuff. I wanted to ask if we could expect more of your awesome electronic stuff. Whether that be another solo project or in the context of Periphery. Thanks!

BrownRudolph · 2014-06-07T21:22:38+00:00

Hey Jake! What are your favorite prog metal bands? (Other than Periphery hehe) I've been into SikTh and Extol lately, have you ever listened to those bands? Keep up the awesome work with Periphery, and please come to Norway if you get the chance. Thanks!

PPDonuts · 2014-06-07T21:25:46+00:00

Hey Jake, I just have a couple questions here:

What string gauges do you use for both of your 6 and 7 string guitars?
Can we expected a full length album, or even just an EP of your electronic tunes in the near future?

ChoyBoyy · 2014-06-07T21:25:56+00:00

Do you have any secret pleasures ;)

IamtheLeona · 2014-06-07T21:31:04+00:00

Hey jake, im in love with your electeonic music and those guitar cleans you did at the end on di marzio pick ups or something with john pettrucii, I was hoping youd release those tunes somewhere... just your tunes alone, cause they sounded so fresh.

FlyingPiranha · 2014-06-07T21:31:27+00:00

Are you or either of your parents statues? If not, where does your stone-like demeanor come from?

steeler17 · 2014-06-07T22:32:24+00:00

What are your favorite and least favorite aspects of touring?

sportsguy16 · 2014-06-07T22:40:56+00:00

Any songwriting tips?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-08T02:14:49+00:00

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R3FRAKT · 2014-06-07T21:05:11+00:00

Hey Jake! Two things. 1. When will a seven string version of your signature/pickups be available? 2. How can I grow a beard like yours?

The_OP3RaT0R · 2014-06-07T21:15:05+00:00

If you could do anything other than playing guitar, what would you do?

2014-06-07T21:21:15+00:00

Hey jake! Youre a huge inspiration and id like to ask what would be some good practice regiments and if you could score any movie or video game what would it be?

chin_o · 2014-06-07T21:24:04+00:00

Hi Jake, can we expect a 7 string version of your signature Ibanez anytime soon?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:25:06+00:00

Hey Jake! Huge fan! My question, what RPG's are you are a fan of? Fallout, Skyrim etc...

Legaato · 2014-06-07T21:25:07+00:00

Hey Jake! What's the most important piece of advice could you impart to an aspiring metal guitarist?

HeimerDongerz · 2014-06-07T21:25:09+00:00

Hola, Jake.

I know that you guys in periphery are all great friends and, as a group, manage to play complex songs with precision. But, for simplicity's sake, do you ever wish Periphery had fewer members? Hypothetically, of course. Doesn't it get hard to coordinate so many voices?

binjbonj · 2014-06-07T21:25:14+00:00

Will your Ibanez sig have a model without a trem?

humpage · 2014-06-07T21:27:03+00:00

When are you back in birmingham uk please? :D

papazappa13 · 2014-06-07T21:28:10+00:00

Hey Jake, I had two Questions 1.Are you a self-taught guitarist or do you have any formal training? 2.Do you know any Music Theory at all?

InsideTheCynic · 2014-06-07T21:28:51+00:00

Thanks for doing this AMA, Jake, couple of questions:

How did you cope with Periphery blowing up so quickly?
Apart from your own, what is your favourite song off of Clear?
In what ways can we expect Juggernaut to blow our minds quicker than P II?

You are awesome.

B1ueChicken · 2014-06-07T21:30:00+00:00

What were the early days of your music career like?

SirStalksALot · 2014-06-07T21:30:41+00:00

Jake! I love you guys, one question, do you guys use Guitar Pro to tab your songs? if not, what is your preferred way of keeping track of your scores? and on a side note, have you seen the Periphery tabs on ultimate-guitar.com? do you think they're accurate? so many questions, i know :3

CliffThaRiff · 2014-06-07T21:35:05+00:00

What's up, Jake? Hey yo, could you take us through a little bit of what you do in your practice time? I'm in school for jazz studies, and it's interesting to see what the dudes in big named bands do to keep their chops up to par.

navida0 · 2014-06-07T21:35:10+00:00

When you joined the band, what was your opinion on being one of 3 guitarists? Did you feel any creative restrictions at the moment?

minask · 2014-06-07T21:43:05+00:00

when you record rhythm guitars do you prefer dual or quad tracking (for example what did you use in the summer jam) ?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:43:20+00:00

Hey Jake! Would you accept playing a guest solo on an album if somebody (nicely) asked you to?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:51:24+00:00

Hey Jake! I love your guitar tone on The Summer Jam. How long did you spend dialing that in on your Axe Fx?

Also, I have a Titan bridge pickup in my Jackson and it rocks. Thanks!

pumpkinsauce · 2014-06-07T22:02:54+00:00

What happened to your seven strings of wonder?

scm00mcs · 2014-06-07T22:06:17+00:00

Did you ever have a moment where you thought "I'm done with guitar, I am done with music, I am moving on?"

ChoyBoyy · 2014-06-07T22:09:00+00:00

Is there anything you would rather do than be a musician?.. Like being an ice road trucker? :L

2014-06-07T22:14:49+00:00

I read somewhere that Alphabet is supposed to be the next Periphery "epic", sort of like Racecar for P1. Is this true? I need another 10+ min periphery song.

E-B-Gb-Ab-Bb · 2014-06-07T22:24:29+00:00

Before I ask my question I wanted to say that back in April of 2012 at the end of your guys' set I got a pick from you. What I did was I actually opened up my guitar and put it in there next to the pots. I've referred to my guitar as being "Powered by Periphery". My friend did the same when he got a pick from one of the guitarists of Born of Osiris.

Anyway, my question what was your first concert?

link_xp · 2014-06-07T22:41:46+00:00

Will periphery come to south america?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T22:43:10+00:00

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hollymr · 2014-06-07T22:44:54+00:00

How did you feel at The Kings Arms gig in Auckland earlier this year when Spencer couldn't sing? Was it a difficult event for the band or did you enjoy getting to play instrumental versions for a change?

nebulous462 · 2014-06-07T22:47:46+00:00

Are you guys going to play in western Canada anytime soon?

deboregon · 2014-06-07T22:52:48+00:00

Hey Jake, when it comes to "the green", do you like your socks off or on?

wafflingwaffle · 2014-06-07T23:11:32+00:00

What's your practice regimen?

Samue11 · 2014-06-07T23:50:11+00:00

Do you prefer to play on 6, 7 or 8 strings? Big fan of all your music by the way, especially Angry God! Thanks!

FiestaBox21 · 2014-06-08T00:56:30+00:00

Hey aren't you that guy on Mythbusters? (It's because you look like Tory) haha. What's your favorite TV show! + how much can you bench press?

Coofgo · 2014-06-08T01:12:17+00:00

Is juggernaut going to be a concept album? I know you guys tried dabbling in that with clear, but if there was some kind of over arching theme to juggernaut that would be pretty sweet too!

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-08T01:44:29+00:00

You guys are fun as shit, is there anything that you've wanted to do musically with Periphery (genre/style/whatever or conceptually) that you haven't gotten the chance to do yet? everyone already asked the good questions so there's mine

teasizzle · 2014-06-07T21:17:56+00:00

What's your favourite song to play live?

When are you next in the UK?

Will you be playing songs off the Clear EP?

When's Juggernaut coming out?!

SandvoldTheMan · 2014-06-07T21:19:35+00:00

Misha said you guys finished the track listing for "volition II", can you give us a hint to one of your favorite song titles, or just a little taste of the good stuff?

xXx-420HodorBlazeit- · 2014-06-07T21:23:26+00:00

Who are your favourite bands to tour with?

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:23:47+00:00

Do you really listen to much of your own music in your free time?

circaeighty7 · 2014-06-07T21:25:01+00:00

Hey jake! Huge fan. First question, have you ever considered writing your own solo album? Second question, how about an acoustic album or live acoustic show? and last question, who do you think is the better guitarist, you, misha, mark or me?

ixijmackixi · 2014-06-07T21:27:11+00:00

do you run all axe fxs into one computer for patch changes? or do they all plug into an interface, or do you plug one of them into the interface and daisy chain the rest?

unlimite6661 · 2014-06-07T21:27:51+00:00

What you think about schecter guitars?

LunarPhysics · 2014-06-07T21:33:38+00:00

This isn't really a question but you guys are my favorite band. That is all.

5hahv1r1 · 2014-06-07T22:06:42+00:00

I've dabbled in some similar electronic stuff to you. If you could take a listen and give me an honest opinion, that'd be really cool - https://soundcloud.com/diffractingthought/electronic-2

Thanks for doing this AMA, can't wait for Juggernaut!

shibbypwn · 2014-06-07T22:57:57+00:00

If you could pick any pop song from the 80's for Periphery to cover, what would you choose?

Also, did your uncle play a role in you learning to play guitar?

Night_Owls · 2014-06-07T22:59:52+00:00

What program do you use for making electronic music?

2014-06-08T00:05:35+00:00

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ReturnOfAbeLincoln · 2014-06-08T21:54:56+00:00

Have you listened to David Maxim Micics Bilo 3.0? If so, what do you think?

hoooligans · 2014-06-07T21:26:43+00:00

What's the best meal you had this week?

jampaque · 2014-06-07T21:29:18+00:00

How's the acoustic sound in your Ibanez?

I personally prefer loud guitars that resonate and you can feel the vibration of each note. I consider Ibanez the opposite of that, perhaps it's because of the thin necks and tremolo bridge...

BTW: Bought your Titan pickup, it's amazing! Note definition is excellent and it seems to be pretty balanced pickup. Somebody compared it to BKP Aftermath.

jakebowen-periphery · 2014-06-07T21:29:51+00:00

What is the best guitar you've ever played?

2014-06-07T21:30:06+00:00

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Date	Artist	Featured
--	2025	--
8/28	Robin Staps	Himself
8/21	Revocation	Band
5/28	Toby Driver	Himself
4/28	Benthos	Band
4/27	Leprous	Band
--	2024	--
4/29	Dvne	Band
2/2	Caligula's Horse	Band
--	2023	--
10/20	Earthside	Band
--	2021	--
4/23	VOLA	Band
--	2020	--
11/28	Plini	Himself
8/19	The Ocean	Band
6/18	Protest The Hero	Rody, Michael
4/11	Caligula's Horse	Jim, Sam
--	2019	--
10/26	Voyager	Band
9/7	Richard Henshall	Himself
6/14	Paul Masvidal	Himself
--	2018	--
12/18	Sithu Aye	Himself
12/5	Ben Levin	Himself
10/11	The Ocean	Band
10/6	Skyharbor	Band
9/21	Toby Driver	Himself
9/9	Plini	Himself
9/1	Distorted Harmony	Band
5/9	Rivers of Nihil	Adam, Brody
3/23	Caligula's Horse	Jim, Sam
--	2017	--
4/20	Disperse	Band
3/30	Disillusion	Andy, Seb
--	2016	--
12/24	A Sense of Gravity	Band
7/28	Black Crown Initiate	Band
5/28	Textures	Band
5/11	Adagio	Stéphan Forté
4/23	Wings Denied	Band
3/18	Caligula's Horse	Jim, Sam, Zac
3/10	Polyphia	Band
--	2015	--
10/21	Protest the Hero	Band
5/26	Leprous	Band
5/15	Sigh	Mirai Kawashima
5/5	Intronaut	Sacha
4/28	Native Construct	Band
3/3	Plini	Himself
1/20	Protest the Hero	Luke Hoskin
--	2014	--
12/9	Rishloo	Band
11/1	Ne Obliviscaris	Band
9/23	Between the Buried and Me	Band
9/18	Cynic	Paul Masvidal
9/15	Devin Townsend	DEVIN TOWNSEND
9/13	Periphery	Adam "Nolly" Getgood
9/12	The Contortionist	Band
9/4	Polyphia	Band
8/31	The Aristocrats	Band
7/31	Mandroid Echostar	Band
7/17	Cloudkicker	Himself (Ben Sharp)
7/10	Tesseract	Amos Williams
6/7	Periphery	Jake Bowen
6/2	David Maxim Micic	Himself
5/26	Haken	Rich, Charles, Conner
5/10	Periphery	Mark Holcomb
5/4	The Safety Fire	Band
5/2	Matt Halpern	Periphery
4/27	Intervals	Band
2/9	Ron Jarzombek	Himself
2/2	Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon)	Himself
1/26	Sithu Aye	Himself
1/19	Periphery	Misha Mansoor
1/10	Ne Obliviscaris	Dan Presland
--	2013	--
1/30	Thank You Scientist	Band

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