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Jonathan Donais on Anthrax's New Album
Jonathan Donais shares how his guitar skills evolved with Anthrax after joining in 2013.
In brief
Jonathan Donais shares how his guitar skills evolved with Anthrax after joining in 2013. Jonathan Donais, guitarist for Anthrax, discusses his technical growth and new album Cursum Perficio. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Jonathan Donais joins Anthrax
Jonathan Donais of Shadows Fall became Anthrax's lead guitarist in 2013.
Cursum Perficio album release
Cursum Perficio is Jonathan Donais's second studio album with Anthrax.
Technical growth in guitar playing
Donais says he has grown as a guitarist over ten years through consistent practice.
Economy picking technique
Donais uses economy picking to improve precision and anchor his playing on the guitar.
Fast playing and influences
Donais cites Alex Skolnick and Yngwie Malmsteen as key influences for fast playing.
Solo composition process
Donais writes solos by looping rhythm tracks and building piece by piece until he can play them straight through.
Current band activities
Donais is working on a new Shadows Fall record and Living Wreckage album while waiting for Anthrax's next album.
Excitement for playing with Anthrax
Donais still can't believe he gets to play with Anthrax after joining in 2013.
The big picture
Jonathan Donais, guitarist for Anthrax, discusses his technical growth and new album Cursum Perficio.
