On this episode of the podcast I experience another one of those "pinch me" moments!

Red Fang has been a huge influence on me in both a musical sense and in some of my personal gear choices.

Bryan and I discuss a whole bunch of stuff on this slightly condensed episode, including:

• Soundgarden, and their influence on the band
• The Sunn Beta Lead Amplifier (of course)
• Intra-band creative conflict and how to manage it
• Tuner pedals
• Weird books and their influence
• Recording to tape vs digitally
• A WHOLE LOT MORE!

Check out Red Fang wherever you get your music and on their website HERE https://redfang.net/

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Emily Wolfe has returned for another episode!

Since I have her by herself this time, I wanted to chat with her about her career since we recorded her last solo episode.

There is a ton of "life" talk on this episode as we get caught up, and we cover a ton of ground including:

• Her new Tone Pack with STL Tones
• The importance of separation in personal and professional life
• Creativity can be sparked by discipline, not just inspiration.
• The challenge of writing "happy" songs
• Transitioning to being your own boss
• Some "Dad talk" from me
• Maintaining multiple streams of income in the music business

Check Emily's music and info out on her website HERE https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/

Check out her STL Tones products HERE https://www.stltones.com/products/stl-tonehub-plugin

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The Bouncing Souls are an iconic melodic punk band from New Jersey. They are a personal favorite of mine and have been for over 20 years.

Pete is also the owner of what I consider to be one of the raddest guitars in music history. It is a 1979 White Les Paul Custom that has the most iconic legit playwear that I have ever seen!

We talk about that and a lot of other stuff like:

• The early days of the Bouncing Souls
• Recording music is a collaborative process that requires understanding the dynamics of the band.
• Aspiring musicians should focus on DIY methods to build their careers before seeking label support.
• The music industry has changed drastically, making it easier for artists to promote themselves independently.
• Finding the right label is crucial; artists should seek those who genuinely support their vision.
• Touring experiences evolve with age, shifting from wild adventures to more family-oriented approaches.
• The importance of building relationships and trust in the music industry cannot be overstated.
• Simple gear setups can often yield the best results in live performances.
• Nostalgia plays a big role in music culture.
• Modern touring vs 90s touring
• "Rock dad" life
• Punk rock was a significant turning point for many musicians.
• Punkorama CDs were crucial for discovering new music.
• Epitaph Records played a vital role in the punk scene.

Check out more info on The Bouncing Souls on their website HERE https://www.bouncingsouls.com/

Check out more about Pete on his website HERE https://petesteinkopf.com/ and give him a follow on Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/pete_steinkopf

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If you love guitar, gear, synths, or effects pedals... There is a good chance that you have heard of the company Meris.

Meris makes some of the most awesome signal processing/producing devices that are currently available on the market. I absolutely love their stuff!

And if you know about Meris, then you have been exposed to Jinna's incredible handiwork on the brand, the wonderfully inspired launch material, user interfaces, and so so much more.

She doesn't do a ton of interviews, so it was an honor to get her on the show to dive into her role in the brand, and the gear world at large.

Let's get into it!

Check out all of their stuff on their website HERE https://www.meris.us/

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What an episode!!!! Today I'm talking to Tracii from LA Guns!

I start off with telling Tracii a little tale from my childhood that centers around his band. It is quite a fond rock'n'roll memory for me. (I think you'll appreciate it.)

We dive right into some gear talk, and the first subject might be a little bit surprising.

Along the way we discuss the joy of pursuing a career that aligns with personal interests, the importance of recognizing one's mental wiring when choosing a career path, and the unique dopamine rush that comes from creating music.

Enjoy it folks!

Give Tracii a follow HERE https://www.instagram.com/traciiguns/

Get More LA Guns info HERE http://www.lagunsmusic.com/

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WOW. That is first word that came to mind when I went to write this episode description because this episode is AWESOME.

Reverend Peyton is well known as a master of slide guitar and country-blues style music. But the man is quite simply a guitar and music obsessive. You are going to love this episode.

We talk about things like:

• A brawl that involved Fletcher from Pennywise, Alesana, and a half-blind Reverend Peyton. (You need to hear this story!)
• The "vocal" quality that is unique to guitar.
• Nirvana and "being yourself"
• The scary circumstances that lead Rev. to the slide
• The unique challenges that came with Warped Tour
• The benefits of learning by ear
• Becoming uniquely your own by "copying" others
• A WHOLE LOT MORE!

Go check out the new record "Honeysuckle" and all the other great music on Rev's website HERE https://bigdamnband.com/music

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What is going to happen to "guitar media" personalities in 30 years? Will I still be interviewing guitarists? Will Ryan still be engaging in shenanigans? Is it possible that all of this will still be around?

Ryan Burke is a fellow guitar podcaster and popular YouTube personality. He and I have been buddies since about 2015. In that time the guitar media business has completely changed. (Maybe we spill some secrets?)

In this episode we get into:

• How the guitar industry is smaller and more intimate than many realize.
• Becoming "the establishment"over time
• How we transitioned from our original careers
• When to be silly, and when to get serious.
• The complicated feelings around destroying guitars
• Should dogs decide the next president?
• Will we still be doing this in 30 years?
• A whole lot more!

Make sure you subscribe to Ryan on YouTube right HERE: https://www.youtube.com/user/60cyclehumcast

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Brian Fallon is the frontman for the legendary New Jersey Band The Gaslight Anthem and Emily Wolfe is an amazing guitarist/songwriter/singer/force of nature.

They have both been on the podcast independently multiple times and when I saw that they went on tour together and became pals... I had to get them on for an epic dual-guest episode!

On this one, a lot of goofing off occurs. Because that is what happens when a bunch of nerdy friends get together! In addition we discuss:

• Brian's ever rotating guitar lineup
• Emily's pedalboard
• The Fender Deville
• Double neck guitars
• Has Brian changed his stance on humbuckers in Telecasters?
• Mule Resonator Guitars
• How Rad Emily's Signature Guitar is
• Ugly Pedals
• A whole lot more!

Give Emily a follow HERE https://www.instagram.com/emilywolfemusic and check out more info on her website HERE https://www.emilywolfemusic.com/.

Give Brian a follow HERE https://www.instagram.com/thebrianfallon and check out his band HERE https://www.thegaslightanthem.com/

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On this episode I have a super rad chat with Mike Stern. A guitarist who's co-conspirators include other greats such as Blood, Sweat & Tears, Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Eric Johnson and more!

We talk his current rig, his past vs current approach to the instrument, pedalboard order, our thoughts on "practice" and a whole lot more!

Enjoy it folks!

Check out more info on Mike on his website HERE https://www.mikestern.org/

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I've got a hot one for you this week! On this episode I'm talking to none other than the legend himself, Mr. Brian Ray.

Brian is best known for playing guitar with the absolute powerhouse that is Sir Paul McCartney for the last 20 years. But his credits don't stop there!

Brian also played with the fabulous Etta James for 14 years and shared the stage or collaborated with the likes of Keith Richards, Carlos Santana, Bonnie Rait, Smokey Robinson, Peter Frampton and many, many more.

On this episode, Brian gives us a bit of an inside scoop on his career, gives advice to up and coming musicians, shares some incredible stories and a whole lot more.

Enjoy it folks!

Get more info on Brian from his website HERE https://www.brianray.com/music

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NAMM is officially over and I am releasing this before midnight Pacific time so I am still offically on schedule!

On this episode, I am talking to my other business partner, Sean Arbow of Gunstreet to get into what the heck he's been up to the last few years. And let me tell you, it is a LOT of stuff.

We chat about:

• The growth over the last two years.
• Solderless technology in guitars
• Understanding passive vs active circuits
• The evolution of humbuckers
• Magnetic field shape can drastically change a pickup's sound.
• Custom metric pots are now available for non-US guitars.
• Guitar wiring is often misunderstood by many players.
• Self-employment and the problems around it
• Rest and recovery are crucial for health and productivity. (In everything)
• Bend vs Portland

Check out Sean's work on his website HERE https://gunstreet.co/

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