Ernie C
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Ernie C in 2006
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Birth name | Ernie Cunnigan |
Born | Compton, California |
June 10, 1959
Genres | Thrash metal |
Occupation(s) | Musician, producer |
Instruments | Guitar |
Years active | 1990–present |
Labels | Sire, Virgin, Escapi Music, Sumerian Records (2014) |
Associated acts | Body Count |
Ernie Cunnigan, better known by his stage name Ernie C, is the lead guitarist of heavy metal band Body Count.[1]
Early life
Cunnigan grew up in Compton, California and attended Crenshaw High School with Ice-T.[2] Cunnigan was one of the few students attending the school who was interested in rock music. Ernie's uncle was an important influence. He introduced Ernie to different groups and a diverse number of styles in the genre. Ernie became an enthusiastic fan eventually buying a guitar from his local music store. He dedicated himself to learning, starting at 12. He was entirely self-taught.[2]
Cunnigan's guitar playing and showmanship earned him respect among his fellow students, including members of the Crips gang.[2] Cunnigan also taught guitar to fellow students, including D-Roc the Executioner, who later joined Body Count.
Music career
Cunnigan and Ice-T co-wrote the song "Cop Killer".[3] Cunnigan also produced demo tapes that led to the signings of Stone Temple Pilots and Rage Against the Machine, as well as the Forbidden album for Black Sabbath.[4] Today, Cunnigan still plays for Body Count. Due to Body Count's erratic touring schedule, Cunnigan started his own band Masters of Metal in 2010.
Discography
- Body Count (1992)
- Born Dead (1994)
- Violent Demise: The Last Days (1997)
- Murder 4 Hire (2006)
- Manslaughter (2014)
Videography
- Murder 4 Hire (2004)
- Live in LA (2005)
- Smoke Out Festival Presents: Body Count (2005)
References
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