Pat Metheny Interview: The Story Behind D’Addario XL Chromes & More

After decades of playing with everyone from Bowie to Herbie Hancock, we interview Pat Metheny (@PatMethenyOfficial) about how he found his sound, made his name and did it all on strings he co-created with D’Addario. Filming Location: Staller Center For the Arts at Stony Brook University Filming Date: September 23, 2023 Shop XL Chromes: _____ 00:00 Pat Metheny’s music writing process 01:55 When and how Pat decided he was going to be a guitar player 05:26 A D’Addario artist since 1982 07:28 Pat Metheny x D’Addario collaborate on XL Chromes 09:14 The role of guitar in music today 10:48 Andre Cholmondeley - Pat’s Guitar Tech 11:51 Andre’s thoughts on D’Addario strings and accessories ----- Watch all our new videos first by subscribing here: Get info on your favorite gear, artists and more: Like D’Addario on Facebook: Follow D’Addario on Twitter: Follow our Instagram: Follow us on TikTok: @daddarioandco Join Players Circle for free today & start earning points towards gear and merchandise, get early access to new products, join beta testing opportunities, and get exclusive deals and discounts: