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Congratulations to our Will Adler Sweepstakes Winner
See Plenty of ESP on the Vans Warped Tour 2014
You can catch plenty of ESP players in excellent bands at the 2014 Vans Warped Tour! Check out info and tour dates here.
...Will Adler Sweeps Winner Jackson Pope
Here's our Spring 2014 Will Adler sweepstakes winner Jackson Pope with his goodies. Want a chance to win the next ESP contest or sweepstakes? Here's how.
...Unlocking the Truth: ESP-Playing Teen Band Scores Big
Here's something that should bring hope to every young rocker. Reports are coming in today that Brooklyn-based ESP-playing band Unlocking the Truth have signed a $1.8 million deal with Sony... at age 13.
...New for Summer NAMM: Limited-Edition LTD "Ride the Lightning"
Being unveiled at Summer NAMM, only 300 of the limited-edition LTD "Ride the Lightning" guitars are being made for the world to commemorate Metallica's iconic second album.
...Summer NAMM News: LTD Jeff Hanneman Tribute 2014
The new limited-edition LTD JH Tribute 2014 Urban Camo helps pay tribute to one of metal's most influential guitarists, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Wounded Warrior Project.
...Monte Pittman Joins the ESP Family
Well known as Madonna's guitar player for the past 13 years, ESP's newest family member Monte Pittman is a versatile and respected guitarist who has also been a member of Prong and is an acclaimed solo artist.
...ESP at Comic-Con 2014
If you're heading down to San Diego for Comic-Con this week, here's a little tip from your friends at ESP.
...ESP E-II ST-2: Guitar World Review
Watch this in-depth video review of the ESP E-II ST-2 by Guitar World's Paul Riario.
...ESP Tribute: Mark Robinett (1956-2014)
ESP pays tribute to respected member of the musical instrument industry Mark Robinett, our colleague and friend.
...ESP Artist Spotlight: Aaron Deal (Darkest Hour)
ESP Guitars is happy to welcome the newest member of our artist endorsement roster: Aaron Deal, bass player of Darkest Hour. Read about how his new ESP basses are holding up on the Mayhem tour this summer.
...ABYSMAL DAWN Debut First Song From Obsolescence
Los Angeles based extreme metal masters, ABYSMAL DAWN, featuring ESP artists Charles Elliott and Eliseo Garcia return with a massive display of refined brutality on their fourth full-length Obsolescence.
...ESP Artist Spotlight: James Malone (Arsis)
New single from Unearth: "The Swarm"
Kirk Hammett solos on new Exodus single
Kirk rejoins his Exodus bandmates 30 years later for a headbanging thrashfest. Listen now!
...Goatwhore Hits The Road
New Orleans favorite metal legion Goatwhore, featuring ESP players Sammy Duet and James Harvey, is hitting the road on tours across the USA and Europe. Find out when they're coming to your town!
...The Replacements Return to NBC
Almost 30 years ago, ESP bass player Tommy Stinson and his band The Replacements were banned from NBC. On Tuesday night, they returned triumphantly. Read more about this interesting tale and about Tommy's ESP and LTD signature basses.
...Anthrax "Chile On Hell" Trailer
Want to see a trailer of the upcoming live DVD from Anthrax (featuring ESP bass madman Frank Bello)? Of course you do.
...GUITARIST GARY HOLT (EXODUS, SLAYER) JOINS ESP GUITARS ARTIST FAMILY
Four ESP Bands in Revolver Poll
Go vote for any of the four great ESP bands who released music this week and made the Revolver Mag poll!
...Suffocation On Tour
Check out one of the progenitors of the entire death metal genre, featuring ESP players Guy Marchais and Terrance Hobbs, on this undoubtedly brutal tour!
...ESP Rockers Vanna: New Video, Tour
A new album, new video, and an upcoming tour are keeping these Boston-based ESP rockers busy.
...ESP at Louder Than Life Fest Oct 4/5
Heading to Louisville, KY this weekend for the Louder Than Life fest? So are we, and you don't want to miss out on seeing ESP in the Crazy Dave's tent!
...ESP E-II Stream Bass Review (Premier Guitar)
Premier Guitar reviews the ESP E-II Stream Bass: "The E-II Stream is a great sounding bass that will work for a number of players across a variety of styles. Likewise, it’s a great choice for those who are looking for a bass with a unique flair that doesn’t stray too far from the ordinary."
...New Music Tuesday: White Empress "Rise of the Empress"
ESP player Jeremy Kohnmann's band, featuring former Cradle of Filth and Coal Chamber members, have released their debut album. Stream it now!
...Blackcraft Clothing Contest
Here's a cool opportunity to win a unique LTD guitar from Blackcraft!
...ESP Adds Mike Schleibaum (Darkest Hour)
"I’ve always wanted a single-cutaway guitar with a Floyd, and this one feels perfect. 24 frets? Hallelujah."
...September 2014 Points Winners
We congratulate our September "ESP Member Points" winners, including the #1 point earner Joseph Olea who gets a free LTD guitar for his contributions to our community!
...Javier Reyes (Animals as Leaders) Joins ESP Artist Family
This innovative and highly-respected guitarist from Animals as Leaders is working with ESP on a new 8-string Signature Series model.
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