Eric Carlson (born May 22, 1958, in Seattle, Washington) is a founding member and lead guitarist of American heavy metal band The Mentors. Under the stage name Sickie Wifebeater, Carlson started The Mentors in Seattle in 1976 with bass guitarist Steve Broy (Dr. Heathen Scum) and singer/drummer Eldon Hoke (El Duce) who attended Roosevelt High School together.
Style
Wifebeater's playing style when soloing (with hand above and over the fretboard) is one of the things that gave the Mentors' guitars a unique sound. His signature sound is fluid with alternating bottom-heavy crunch with fast-noted metal runs.
When performing, Wifebeater wears a black executioner’s hood, according to a Guitar World article "probably to avoid public beat-downs by pissed-off feminists and offended prison guards".
Equipment
Guitars
Wifebeater plays or has played the following guitars
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
published: 10 Jan 2022
For All The Saints (Sine Nomine) New Harmonization by Eric Carlson
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude
Also available at Sheet Music Plus:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/uplifting-music/5536?aff_id=667195
This arrangement can be used for any occasion, but is especially useful during worship, most commonly on All Saints Sunday. The interlude can be played after the 7th verse, giving the congregation a much-needed break from singing. This leads directly into the 8th verse, when most singers sing melody instead of harmony. The harmonization on this last verse is fresh and exciting.
Can be used with either piano or organ.
published: 03 Nov 2017
Autumn in Door County - Piano Solo by Eric Carlson
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman computing major.
published: 06 Dec 2018
Concert on the Corner with David Popp and Eric Carlson
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selections.
published: 05 Nov 2021
Dawn of a New Day - Piano Solo by Eric Carlson
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020 by Eric Carlson (ASCAP) and Uplifting Music LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dawn of a New Day reminds us that each day we get another chance to begin anew. This song was named by my brother, Doug Keith.
Contemporary Classical, Post-Romantic, Spiritual, Funeral, New Age.
published: 19 May 2021
Eric Carlson Duo Promo 2021
published: 07 Apr 2021
Eric Carlson - Live Acoustic music on a pontoon
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundation to support the heroes on the front lines of Covid-19.
published: 07 May 2020
Sad Valentine Love Songs by Eric Carlson
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please share :-)
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/art...
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude...
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude
Also available at Sheet Music Plus:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/uplifting-music/5536?aff_id=667195
This arrangement can be used for any occasion, but is especially useful during worship, most commonly on All Saints Sunday. The interlude can be played after the 7th verse, giving the congregation a much-needed break from singing. This leads directly into the 8th verse, when most singers sing melody instead of harmony. The harmonization on this last verse is fresh and exciting.
Can be used with either piano or organ.
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude
Also available at Sheet Music Plus:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/uplifting-music/5536?aff_id=667195
This arrangement can be used for any occasion, but is especially useful during worship, most commonly on All Saints Sunday. The interlude can be played after the 7th verse, giving the congregation a much-needed break from singing. This leads directly into the 8th verse, when most singers sing melody instead of harmony. The harmonization on this last verse is fresh and exciting.
Can be used with either piano or organ.
Link to the sheet music:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/sheet-music-original-piano-solos/products/autumn-in-door-county-piano-solo
Also available at ...
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman comp...
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman computing major.
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman computing major.
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selection...
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selections.
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selections.
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020...
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020 by Eric Carlson (ASCAP) and Uplifting Music LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dawn of a New Day reminds us that each day we get another chance to begin anew. This song was named by my brother, Doug Keith.
Contemporary Classical, Post-Romantic, Spiritual, Funeral, New Age.
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020 by Eric Carlson (ASCAP) and Uplifting Music LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dawn of a New Day reminds us that each day we get another chance to begin anew. This song was named by my brother, Doug Keith.
Contemporary Classical, Post-Romantic, Spiritual, Funeral, New Age.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundat...
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundation to support the heroes on the front lines of Covid-19.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundation to support the heroes on the front lines of Covid-19.
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please sh...
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please share :-)
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please share :-)
"Why" is a relaxing piano solo with a sweet, peaceful melody.
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonmusic.com/collections/sheet-music-original-piano-s...
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude
Also available at Sheet Music Plus:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/uplifting-music/5536?aff_id=667195
This arrangement can be used for any occasion, but is especially useful during worship, most commonly on All Saints Sunday. The interlude can be played after the 7th verse, giving the congregation a much-needed break from singing. This leads directly into the 8th verse, when most singers sing melody instead of harmony. The harmonization on this last verse is fresh and exciting.
Can be used with either piano or organ.
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman computing major.
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selections.
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020 by Eric Carlson (ASCAP) and Uplifting Music LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dawn of a New Day reminds us that each day we get another chance to begin anew. This song was named by my brother, Doug Keith.
Contemporary Classical, Post-Romantic, Spiritual, Funeral, New Age.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundation to support the heroes on the front lines of Covid-19.
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please share :-)
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
Eric Carlson will return.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/55WTu5DvxtMr5L6v3XOT4N?si=txmDHTDFQOCEn1R8QBkNvQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eric-carlson/201765899
Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/track/80793521
Video shot and edited by Luke Rutherford. You can find his channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsRSJf5HkZ5uElUoDFZGy2g
Sheet music available here:
https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/for-all-the-saints-sine-nomine-harmonization-and-interlude
Also available at Sheet Music Plus:
http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/uplifting-music/5536?aff_id=667195
This arrangement can be used for any occasion, but is especially useful during worship, most commonly on All Saints Sunday. The interlude can be played after the 7th verse, giving the congregation a much-needed break from singing. This leads directly into the 8th verse, when most singers sing melody instead of harmony. The harmonization on this last verse is fresh and exciting.
Can be used with either piano or organ.
Senior Eric Carlson tried to run from his calling, but at Union he couldn't resist learning to teach others to love music.
Video by Enoc Teron, a freshman computing major.
David will be singing favorites by Elton John, Billy Joel, and others, as Eric accompanies on piano. Eric will also be playing some of his solo piano selections.
Sheet music download here: https://ericcarlsonpiano.com/collections/all-sheet-music-by-eric/products/dawn-of-a-new-day-piano-solo-by-eric-carlson
Copyright 2020 by Eric Carlson (ASCAP) and Uplifting Music LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Dawn of a New Day reminds us that each day we get another chance to begin anew. This song was named by my brother, Doug Keith.
Contemporary Classical, Post-Romantic, Spiritual, Funeral, New Age.
During the COVID-19 crisis, Eric Carlson decided to use his musical talent to bring hope and help to the community. Raising awareness for The Lee Health Foundation to support the heroes on the front lines of Covid-19.
HA! This is my entry into the #waterfordspicyvalentinespiccontest in Waterford, WI. I had a lot of fun recording and editing this. Hope you enjoy! Please share :-)
Eric Carlson (born May 22, 1958, in Seattle, Washington) is a founding member and lead guitarist of American heavy metal band The Mentors. Under the stage name Sickie Wifebeater, Carlson started The Mentors in Seattle in 1976 with bass guitarist Steve Broy (Dr. Heathen Scum) and singer/drummer Eldon Hoke (El Duce) who attended Roosevelt High School together.
Style
Wifebeater's playing style when soloing (with hand above and over the fretboard) is one of the things that gave the Mentors' guitars a unique sound. His signature sound is fluid with alternating bottom-heavy crunch with fast-noted metal runs.
When performing, Wifebeater wears a black executioner’s hood, according to a Guitar World article "probably to avoid public beat-downs by pissed-off feminists and offended prison guards".
Equipment
Guitars
Wifebeater plays or has played the following guitars
He was 66. Carlson was best known by his stage name of “Sickie Wifebeater.” ... Here’s what to look for ... “Eric was fondly known as Sickie Wifebeater, a founding member of the musical trio Mentors ... REST IN POWER SICKIE!” ... Carlson was a founding member ... ....
Eric Carlson, better known by his stage name of “Sickie Wifebeater” with the controversial rock band The Mentors, has died. He was 66 ... “Eric was fondly known as Sickie Wifebeater, a founding member of the musical trio Mentors ... REST IN POWER SICKIE!”.