Striking A Chord with Zach Irons

STRIKING A CHORD WITH ZACH IRONS

As the son of Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Jack Irons, Zach Irons grew up immersed in music. Zach, not surprisingly, played drums from an early age, but soon discovered an even deeper passion for the guitar. Today Zach is the lead guitarist for both IRONTOM and AWOLNATION.

In this episode Ernie Ball speaks with Irons about the current state of the guitar solo, left-handed guitar, the roots of Red Hot Chili Peppers, IRONTOM's new album, skateboarding, backpacking, basketball and more.