- 44 minutes 5 secondsEpisode 50: The Great Tube Shortage
What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds.
We also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details.
Thank you all for the support.
Episode 50... Let’s go!
10 May 2022, 9:00 am - 49 minutes 13 secondsEpisode 49: The Art of the Pivot
Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter.
15 February 2022, 10:00 am - 53 minutes 34 secondsEpisode 48: Did Covid kill the touring musician?
Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive.
1 February 2022, 10:00 am - 1 hour 5 minutesEpisode 47: Modern P&W vs Sideman
Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you.
In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.
Of course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude.
Happy New Year, everyone!
11 January 2022, 10:00 am - 49 minutes 52 secondsEpisode 46: Back To The 80's: Part 1
New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback?
It’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper?
In this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves?
14 September 2021, 9:00 am - 57 minutes 16 secondsEpisode 45: Does The Stage Determine Success?
A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking.
17 August 2021, 9:00 am - 1 hour 11 minutesEpisode 44: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 2
We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades.
We are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time.
We’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey!
3 August 2021, 9:00 am - 1 hour 6 minutesEpisode 43: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 1
The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here.
Come join us!
14 July 2021, 9:00 am - 1 hour 18 minutesEpisode 42: Recording Techniques: Part 3 - The 80's
The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us!
In this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way!
This was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it.
LONG LIVE THE 80's!!!
3 March 2021, 7:00 am - 57 minutes 30 secondsEpisode 41: Recording Techniques: Part 2
Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come.
Tune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more.
3 February 2021, 7:00 am - 47 minutes 22 secondsEpisode 40: Recording Techniques: Part 1
In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music.
This episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more.
Thank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support.
Jon & Chris
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