The Latest Breaking News from Stephen Carpenter

10 late ‘90s nu metal albums that don’t suck

Big shorts, seven-string guitars, hip-hop beats and a full workout of the quiet/loud dynamic guaranteed

Guitar World · Dec 6, 2023

“Stephen said, 'Why don't you just play along with my guitar line?' I said: 'Why don't you just p**s off?'” A classic interview with Deftones bassist Chi Cheng

Deftones bassist Chi Cheng died 10 years ago this year. Back in 2003 he talked to us about his influences, his approach to bass playing and his fights to play things his way…

Guitar World · Aug 16, 2023

Deftones’ Stephen Carpenter is now playing Kiesel guitars – but will continue endorsing ESP at the same time

The Deftones guitarist’s new model lineup begs the question: are dual-brand endorsement deals the future for signature artists?

Guitar World · Apr 20, 2023

Same-sex couple ‘proud to be part of history’ after tying the knot in Antarctic

Stewards Eric Bourne and Stephen Carpenter married in the British Antarctic Territory

Wales Online · Apr 26, 2022

Same-sex couple ‘proud to be part of history’ after Antarctic wedding

Eric Bourne said his marriage to Stephen Carpenter resulted in “the best day” of his life.

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2022

Welsh groom and partner make history by becoming first same sex marriage in Antarctica

The couple have been together for 20 years before holding their wedding in the chilly setting

Wales Online · Apr 25, 2022

RSS Sir David Attenborough stewards first same-sex couple to wed in British Antarctic

Eric Bourne and Stephen Carpenter will tie the knot at Rothera Research Station in a ceremony conducted by the captain of RRS Sir David Attenborough

Daily Mirror · Apr 24, 2022

British Antarctic Territory to hold its first same-sex wedding

Eric Bourne and Stephen Carpenter, who work on RRS Sir David Attenborough, hope to tie the knot on Monday

The Guardian - UK · Apr 24, 2022