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Arjun Gill (Wake)
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Arjun Gill is a guitarist in Wake.
On this episode:
Musical influences growing up
Arjun’s battle with cancer
What it was like playing heavy music in Saudi Arabia
Being sent to boarding school in Canada
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Aug 10, 2022 |
Andy Wood
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Andy Wood is a guitarist, songwriter, and teacher who has supported acts such as Rascal Flatts, Scott Stapp, Gary Allan, and Sebastian Bach. He is also the founder of The Woodshed Guitar Experience.
On this episode:
Getting great by playing with other musicians
Why practicing in the bedroom isn't enough
Overcoming your technical shortcomings
Alternate picking vs legato
Focusing on your musical obsession
Andy’s Woodshed Guitar Experience
Check out Andy Wood's website.
Check out the Woodshed Guitar Experience.
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Aug 01, 2022 |
Joel Stroetzel (Killswitch Engage)
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Joel Stroetzel is a guitarist for Killswitch Engage. Joel is also active in various side projects including Brothers Born and The Hidden Skyline.
On this episode:
Why both Eyal and Joel dropped out of Berklee
How to avoid guitar related hand injuries
Joel and Adam D’s approach to downpicking in Killswitch Engage
You HAVE to practice playing standing up if you’re going to play live
How high should you hold your guitar?
How Joel adapted to learning Adam D’s insane finger stretching riffs
Is being a super shredder genetic?
How Joel healed his hand injury
Andy Sneap and Adam D’s collaboration changed metal mixing forever
Kirk Hammett’s incredible luck finding Joe Satriani as a guitar teacher
How did a bluegrass technique like hybrid picking become the cool thing for metal shredders to learn?
The groundbreaking importance of Shadow’s Fall
How sick it is to have Andy Sneap mix your band
One of the major keys to Killswitch Engage’s success
Is luck real? How much does it matter?
How Joel approaches learning polyrhythms
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Jul 18, 2022 |
Chris Garza (Suicide Silence, The Garza Podcast)
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Chris Garza is a guitarist in Suicide Silence and the host of The Garza Podcast.
On this episode:
What it was like having Ross Robinson on the Garza Podcast
How Taylor Young captured the true spirit of Suicide Silence in the studio
What Keanu Reeves prioritizes to be able to handle being John Wick at 54 years old
What are you willing to sacrifice to live your dreams?
How much do you trust your team?
Lessons learned from the Self Titled Suicide Silence album, good and bad
The dark side of risk vs reward
When DAATH toured with The Acacia Strain
How Suicide Silence blended influence from Cannibal Corpse, Slipknot, and Korn
It takes a LONG time for the metal scene to accept you
Chris’s daily routine
Why John Browne loves having a dog (not the reason you might think)
How Chris knew that Suicide Silence was worth the risk
Getting big without a record label
How John Browne handles hating parts in Monuments songs
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Jul 11, 2022 |
Nolan Ashley (Kublai Khan TX)
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Nolan Ashley is the guitarist and songwriter of Kublai Khan TX.
On this episode:
Documenting riffs with voice memos
Why Nolan deleted his Facebook
Jazz musicians that hate distortion
Zakk Wylde and Killswitch Engage pinch harmonics
Real amps vs sims
What Kurt Ballou from Converge and God City Studio uses to sound AMAZING live
How to get the most out of your Line6 Helix
How John Browne dials his insane live rig
Nerdy guitar amp talk
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Jul 04, 2022 |
Steven Jones and Craig Gowans (Bleed From Within)
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Steven Jones and Craig Gowans are guitarists in Bleed From Within.
On this episode:
How Bleed From Within use voice memos for riff writing
When John Browne writes the best Monuments riffs
Eyal Levi’s dream state music composition
Are you messing up your songs by writing to programmed drums?
Working with a string quartet on the new record
Making music and lyric videos though 12 Inch Media
The RIGHT way to use Guitar Pro
The genius of Sean Reinert
Should you record drums first or last?
Death metal bands that pocket their advance instead of investing in their production (big mistake)
How Bleed From Within have managed to keep it together for 17 years!
What record labels actually look for in 2022
That time that Devin Townsend and Chad Kroeger collaborated
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Jun 29, 2022 |
Rafael Trujillo (Obsidious)
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Rafael Trujillo is a guitarist and songwriter that is best known for his former band, Obscura and his newest project, Obsidious.
In this episode:
How Rafael shreds so hard while avoiding hand injuries
John Browne’s grueling method for learning brand new Monuments riffs
How Obscura sounds inhumanly precise without faking it
Rafael’s technique building routine
Why John Browne makes videos instead of voice memos when writing riffs
The true definition of “classically trained”
The difference between Eddie Van Halen and Zakk Wylde’s solo writing process
How Eyal tortured his bandmates with strobe lights and space heaters
Live click track disasters
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Jun 20, 2022 |
Per Nilsson (Scar Symmetry)
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Per Nilsson is a guitarist best known for his band Scar Symmetry and his stint as a live guitarist for Meshuggah. He has played guest spots for artists such as God Forbid, Threat Signal, Scale The Summit, Francesco Artusato, and more.
On this episode:
How Per and Eyal both came back stronger after years long hiatuses from guitar
Per’s trick for learning Meshuggah songs
How Chris Arp from Psyopus wrote an album on a cardboard guitar while locked up
Steve Vai’s 10 hour workout
Per’s method for practicing guitar in his mind
What it was like playing with Tomas Haake every night
How the Meshuggah experience influenced Per’s approach to Scar Symmetry
When Eyal and DAATH got kicked out of England
That time John Browne and Monuments headlined a show with 25,000 people AND got a military escort to it
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Jun 13, 2022 |
Doc Coyle, Mark Holcomb, Mark Heylmun, Nick Johnston, and Jason Richardson
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Eyal Levi and John Browne are joined by a killer lineup of guests to celebrate episode 100! They’re joined by Doc Coyle from Bad Wolves, Mark Holcomb from Periphery, Jason Richardson from All That Remains, Mark Heylmun from Suicide Silence, and Nick Johnston.
On this episode:
What it was like to have Rob Trujillo of Metallica on the Ex-Man podcast
Kicking close friends out of the band
How Bad Wolves persevered through seemingly insurmountable challenges
How Jason Richardson joined All That Remains
How Periphery maintain great communication as a band
How Suicide Silence rediscovered their sound
Nick Johnston's unique perspective on touring as a solo artist
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Jun 08, 2022 |
Jesse Cash (ERRA)
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Jesse Cash is a guitar player, songwriter, and vocalist in ERRA.
On this episode:
Being a control freak and how to work on yourself
Handling technical difficulties on tour
Comparing yourself to others is both good and bad
The connection between the artist and the recording engineer can make or break the record
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May 30, 2022 |
Joakim "Jolly" Karlsson (Bad Omens)
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Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson is a guitarist in Bad Omens. He is also a producer and mixer based out of Los Angeles.
On this episode:
Getting a US work Visa can be hell
Bands gotta spend money to make money
Only picking up the guitar for tours
Blending tones to complement the rest of the band
And more!
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May 20, 2022 |
Adam Bentley, Adam Rafowitz (Arch Echo)
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Adam Bentley and Adam Rafowitz are the guitarists in Arch Echo.
On this episode:
Adam Rafowitz’s alternate picking workaround
What’s the deal with jazz?
Limiting or compressing a DI
How Arch Echo writes songs
And more!
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May 16, 2022 |
Andrew Tkaczyk (The Ghost Inside)
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Andrew Tkaczyk is the drummer for The Ghost Inside, session songwriter and ex-drummer for For the Fallen Dreams and releases music as a solo artist under the name One Decade.
On this episode:
The initial spark when writing songs
Soundtracks can make or break movies
Good picking hand technique makes everything sound better
Working with Will Putney
And more!
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May 09, 2022 |
Havoc (Ex-Behemoth)
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Mateusz Maurycy Śmierzchalski, stage name Havoc, is best known for previously being the rhythm guitarist, lead guitarist, and backing vocalist for Behemoth but has also worked with acts such as Therion, Eluveitie, and Decapitated.
On this episode:
Getting the gig with Behemoth
Being mostly self-taught on guitar
Being diagnosed with bipolar disease
Why uninterrupted conversations are great
Every artist has a life cycle
And more!
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May 02, 2022 |
Brody Uttley (Rivers of Nihil)
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Brody Uttley is the guitarist and co-founder of Rivers of Nihil.
On this episode:
Prepping your rig for a headlining tour
Post-big project depression
Practice as if you were playing live
Being fueled by fear
Working at Rock Lititz
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Apr 25, 2022 |
Wes Hauch (Alluvial, The Faceless)
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Wes Hauch is a well-respected lead guitarist in metal who is known for his work with The Faceless, Black Crown Initiate, Alluvial, Thy Art Is Murder, and many others.
On this episode:
Not being star struck by famous musicians
Feeling like your playing isn’t good enough
The way your wear your guitar matters
The music industry isn’t dead
Why Sweetwater is better than Guitar Center
Figuring out if you’re willing to take risks or not
And more!
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Apr 18, 2022 |
Ash Gray and Ben Thomas (Venom Prison)
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Ben Thomas and Ash Gray are the guitarists in Venom Prison.
On this episode:
Dealing with writing disagreements
Guitarists recording the bass parts
Wasting time in the studio sucks
Making sure your pre-production is usable if needed
And more!
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Apr 11, 2022 |
Paul Masvidal (Cynic, Aeon Spoke)
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Paul Masvidal is the guitarist and vocalist in Cynic, Aeon Spoke, and an ex-member of the legendary Death.
On this episode:
Not limiting yourself to one genre
You should be naturally drawn to doing something well
Let artists hear an idea instead of talking about it
Knowing what communication style works for you
The connection between meditation and music
The effects chain for the robot vocals
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Apr 04, 2022 |
Rohan Stevenson (I Built the Sky)
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Rohan Stevenson is the guitar player, songwriter, and creator of the band I Built the Sky.
On this episode:
With the world shutting down, the primary focus had to change
If you’re unhappy with your job then do everything you can to change it
Trusting your gut and doing something different - such as recording an acoustic album with Forrester Savell
The reality of being a self managed artist - the pros and cons
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Mar 07, 2022 |
Mick Gordon
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Mick Gordon is a composer and producer known for the Doom, Wolfenstein and Atomic Heart soundtracks, as well as his collaborations with Bring Me the Horizon and Motionless in White, among others.
On this episode:
Having an emotional path into music
Before the release of Doom, the team believed it was going to flop
Pockets of inspiration when collaborating with other artists
Starting work days super early to practice guitar
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Feb 28, 2022 |
Ricky Armellino (Ice Nine Kills, Hawk)
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Ricky Armellino is a guitarist in Ice Nine Kills and the vocalist in Hawk.
On this episode:
How to write a killer riff
Knowing when to ditch an idea
Adapting to working with Ice Nine Kills
How to build a successful music career
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Feb 21, 2022 |
Pete Loeffler (Chevelle)
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Pete Loeffler is the guitarist and the lead singer in Chevelle.
On this episode:
What it was like to work with Joe Baressi
Being in a band with your brothers
Making the most of terrible situations
What everyone in a band should know about the music business
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Feb 14, 2022 |
Richard Shaw (Cradle of Filth)
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Richard Shaw is a guitarist in Cradle of Filth.
On this episode:
Getting the Cradle of Filth gig
Learning parts by ear
Striving for more and never being fully satisfied
Cradle of Filth surviving metal’s ups and downs
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Feb 07, 2022 |
Manuel Gagneux (Zeal & Ardor)
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Manuel Gagneux is the songwriter, guitarist and singer in Zeal & Ardor.
On this episode:
Channeling emotion into your writing
Killing writer’s block
Black metal tremolo picking
Using lyrics to inspire music
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Jan 24, 2022 |
Will Putney (Fit For An Autopsy, END)
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Will Putney is a guitarist in Fit For An Autopsy and END. He is also one of the most sought-after producers in metal, working with bands like Thy Art Is Murder, Knocked Loose, Slaughter To Prevail, Gojira and more.
On this episode:
Using your DAW to become a better guitarist
Why songwriting is always more important than production
The secrets to Will’s massive, brutal guitar tones
What he learned in the studio with Machine
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Jan 17, 2022 |
Kurt Ballou (Converge)
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Kurt Ballou the guitarist of Converge and a legendary producer who has worked with acts such as Nails, High On Fire, Dillinger Escape Plan, and many more.
On this episode:
Starting your own guitar company
How to balance a multi faceted career
Respecting the audience
Does a mic pre actually matter?
Recording drums last in a session
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Check out God City Instruments.
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Jan 03, 2022 |
Adam De Micco (Lorna Shore)
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Adam De Micco plays guitar in Lorna Shore.
On this episode:
Having multiple guitar teachers
Why good technique matters
Recording yourself as a habit
The “why not us” mentality
And more!
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Dec 20, 2021 |
Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves, God Forbid)
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Doc Coyle is a guitarist for Bad Wolves, the now dormant God Forbid, and many other projects including The Wedding Band with Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo. He’s also the host of The Ex Man Podcast. He joins Eyal Levi and John Browne for a great crossover episode.
On this episode:
Knowing when to quit
Meshuggah's career trajectory
Monuments and Bad Wolves releasing new music
Writing solos that serve the material
And more!
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Listen to The Ex Man Podcast.
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Dec 13, 2021 |
Mark Tremonti (Alter Bridge, Creed)
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Mark Tremonti is the guitarist and founding member of Alter Bridge and Creed. He also releases solo music under the name Tremonti.
On this episode:
Being a metalhead and Creed’s guitarist
Staying relevant
Songwriting as the main focus
Simplicity is the hardest thing to achieve
And more!
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Dec 06, 2021 |
Jonas Jarlsby, Tim Öhrström (Avatar)
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Jonas Jarlsby and Tim Öhrström are the guitarists in Avatar.
On this episode:
Developing your identity as a musician
Collaboration makes everything better
Guitar tones and technique
Getting unstuck with creative work
And more!
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Nov 29, 2021 |
Dallas Molster (Grayscale)
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Dallas Molster is a guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist in Grayscale.
On this episode:
Using voice memos for songwriting
Demoitis
Band members knowing their roles
And more!
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Nov 22, 2021 |
Cody Quistad (Wage War)
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Cody Quistad is a guitarist, clean vocalist, and songwriter in Wage War.
On this episode:
Using the guitar as a tool of expression
Incorporating country and blues influences
Why it’s an exciting time to be in heavy music
Why Cody plays Fender guitars
And more!
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Nov 15, 2021 |
John 5 (Rob Zombie)
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John 5 is a legendary guitarist and songwriter who currently plays with Rob Zombie. He’s previously worked with Marilyn Manson, Ozzy Osbourne, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and many others.
On this episode:
Why personality is important in the studio
Focus on your craft before anything else
How tour prep differs from studio prep
And more!
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Nov 08, 2021 |
Kevin Thrasher (Escape the Fate)
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Kevin Thrasher is a guitarist in Escape the Fate. He is also a producer, mixer, and songwriter.
On this episode:
Kevin’s deep dive into classical guitar
Why outcome oriented practice makes a huge difference
Having 75 versions of one song
Choosing a different guitarist in the studio
Working with Travis Barker
And more!
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Nov 01, 2021 |
John Petrucci (Dream Theater, Liquid Tension Experiment)
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John Petrucci is the guitarist of Dream Theater and Liquid Tension Experiment.
On this episode:
You shouldn’t need motivation to do something you love
Making use of voice memos to remember ideas
Why some practice is better than none
How John writes for Dream Theater
And more!
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Oct 25, 2021 |
Steffen Kummerer (Obscura, Thulcandra)
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Steffen Kummerer is the main songwriter, vocalist, and a guitarist in Obscura as well as Thulcandra.
On this episode:
Steffen’s melodic style
What working with Fredrick Nordstrom was like
The technical aspect of Steffen’s playing
Daily routines
The difference between laziness and burnout
And more!
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Oct 18, 2021 |
Gary Holt (Exodus, Slayer)
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Gary Holt is a guitarist and the main songwriter in Exodus. He was also a guitarist in Slayer from 2011 to 2019.
On this episode:
Downpicking as part of Gary’s style
How technology has changed the game
Tracking rhythm guitar with Andy Sneap
Gary’s modded Marshalls and his pedal collection
And more!
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Oct 11, 2021 |
Buster Odeholm (Vildhjarta, Humanity's Last Breath)
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Buster Odeholm is a drummer, guitarist, producer and mixer. He is the drummer of Vildhjarta, guitarist for Humanity’s Last Breath, and the owner of Odeholm Audio.
On this episode:
How Buster plays guitar upside down
Not all music needs to be playable live
Why Buster doesn’t tour with an amp
What to do when you don’t like the sound you’re getting
And much more!
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Oct 04, 2021 |
J-F Dagenais (Kataklysm, Ex Deo)
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J-F Dagenais is a guitarist in Kataklysm, Ex Deo, a producer, mixer, audio engineer and the owner of JFD Studio.
On this episode:
Adapting as needed in order to survive
Overcoming not being a natural at songwriting
The power of collaboration
Touring with backup guitars and amps
Why you can’t replicate someone else’s tone
And more!
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Sep 27, 2021 |
Andy Gillion (Mors Principium Est.)
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Andy Gillion is a multi-instrumentalist, video game composer, and songwriter who was previously in Mors Principium Est. and is now a solo artist.
On this episode:
Creating a theme song from a brief
You don’t need to use theory as a guide
Technology has a time and place
How Andy uses writing as practice
And more!
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Sep 20, 2021 |
Herman Li (DragonForce)
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Herman Li is a guitarist for DragonForce and a successful Twitch streamer.
On this episode:
Do endorsements even matter?
Live-streaming is hard!
Having fun while remaining professional
Why Herman continues to practice guitar
And more!
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Sep 13, 2021 |
Sammy Boller (Scott Stapp, Citizen Zero)
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Sammy Boller is a guitarist and songwriter. He’s a brand ambassador for Friedman, Scott Stapp's guitarist, and previously played guitar in Citizen Zero.
On this episode:
Growing up in a musical family
The difference between writing and practicing
Playing with friends can hold you back
And more!
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Sep 06, 2021 |
Sammy Duet (Goatwhore)
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Sammy Duet is the guitarist and a founding member of Goatwhore. He also played in Acid Bath and Crowbar.
On this episode:
How Sammy got into extreme music
How crucial picking hand stamina is
What it’s like having Kurt Ballou mix his record
Selling out his signature guitar in 2 minutes
And more!
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Aug 30, 2021 |
Miles Dimitri Baker (Interloper)
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Miles Dimitri Baker is a guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist. He currently plays in Interloper and previously played with Rings of Saturn and AEnimus.
On this episode:
Making mistakes while on tour
Why ProTools is scary
Learning intervals helps other aspects of playing
How theory and harmony affect guitar playing
And more!
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Aug 23, 2021 |
Josh Rand (Stone Sour, The L.I.F.E. Project)
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Josh Rand is a songwriter, producer, and guitarist for Stone Sour. He also has a new band with Casandra Carson called The L.I.F.E. Project.
On this episode:
What he can and can’t record in his studio
Being a multi-instrumentalist
Why your pick choice and guitar setup are important
And more!
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Aug 16, 2021 |
Malcolm Pugh (Inferi, A Loathing Requiem, Demon King)
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Malcolm Pugh is the guitarist in Inferi and A Loathing Requiem, the bassist in Demon King, and co-founder of the metal label The Artisan Era.
On this episode, Malcolm, Eyal, and John discuss:
Making technical music sound musical
Doubling guitar with other instruments
Malcolm’s unique pick holding
And more!
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Aug 09, 2021 |
Joe Mabry (Capstan)
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Joe Mabry is a guitarist and songwriter in Capstan.
He sits down with Eyal Levi and John Browne to discuss:
Capstan’s new record Separate
How lockdown impacted the band
Guitar solo restraints
And more
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Aug 02, 2021 |
Dino Cazares (Fear Factory, Divine Heresy, Brujera, Asesino)
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Dino Cazares is the guitarist, co-founder and primary mind behind Fear Factory, Divine Heresy, Brujeria, and Asesino.
On this episode:
Applying sports methodologies to guitar playing
How picking affects tone
Getting endorsed by Line 6
Using amp sims on the new Fear Factory record
And more!
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Fear Factory’s website
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Jul 26, 2021 |
Joshua Travis (Emmure)
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Joshua Travis is the guitarist in Emmure, previously in Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza, and a founding member of Glass Cloud.
On this episode, Joshua Travis, Eyal Levi, and John Browne discuss:
Knowing how to play drums and how it helps with guitar
Why most people can’t master downpicking
How Joshua ultimately joined Emmure
And more!
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Jul 19, 2021 |
Stevie D (Buckcherry)
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Stevie D is a guitarist and songwriter for Buckcherry.
On this episode, Stevie D, Eyal Levi, and John Browne discuss:
The difference between touring life and quarantine life
Shifting from spending on radio to focusing on social media
Why Buckcherry signed to a label
And more!
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Jul 12, 2021 |
Ryan "Fluff" Bruce (Dragged Under)
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Ryan “Fluff” Bruce is a guitarist in Dragged Under and a YouTuber who reviews gear on his channel Riffs, Beards, and Gear.
On this episode, Fluff, Eyal Levi, and John Browne dive into:
Why guitarists should learn video basics
Dealing with gear elitists
Handling imposter syndrome
And more!
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Jul 05, 2021 |
Nick Rossi (Born of Osiris)
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Nick Rossi plays guitar in Born Of Osiris.
On this episode, Nick Rossi, Eyal Levi, and John Browne discuss:
The toxic mentality of comparing guitar players
Soundtracks vs. orchestral music
Integrating into an established band
And more!
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Jun 28, 2021 |
Ol Drake (Evile)
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Ol Drake is a guitar player, vocalist, songwriter and most recently a Twitch streamer from the UK best known for his work with thrash legends Evile.
On this episode, Ol Drake talks with Eyal Levi and John Browne about:
Playing guitar without a pick
Streaming on Twitch
Ol’s fretboard visualization
Learning intervals
And more!
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Jun 21, 2021 |
Dean Lamb and Tobi Morelli (Archspire)
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Dean Lamb and Tobi Morelli are the guitar players and songwriters for the technical death metal band Archspire.
On this episode, the guys discuss the following with Eyal Levi and John Browne:
Writing extremely technical music in the same room
Endurance building
Using the right pick for the job
How local bands torpedo their careers
And more!
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Jun 14, 2021 |
JB Brubaker (August Burns Red)
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JB Brubaker is a guitarist and one of the main songwriters in August Burns Red. The Grammy Award-winning band is one of the most revered in metal.
On this episode, JB talks to Eyal Levi and John Browne about:
ABR deciding to become self-managed
Keeping busy during COVID times
You can’t account for adrenaline when practicing guitar
Why the band re-recorded Leveler
And much more!
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Jun 07, 2021 |
Nita Strauss (Alice Cooper)
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Nita Strauss is a guitar player, songwriter, and business owner who is currently the touring guitarist for Alice Cooper. She also releases her own solo music. She previously played guitar in the house band for Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons’ arena football team LA KISS and worked with the WWE.
On this episode:
How the definition of being a professional musician has changed
Having discipline and doing things even when you don’t want to
Life as a hired gun vs. working on solo projects
And more!
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May 31, 2021 |
Myles Kennedy (Alter Bridge)
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Myles Kennedy is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist in Alter Bridge and the lead singer in Slash’s backing band, Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators.
On this episode:
Knowing how to spot opportunities is crucial
You’re never too old to pursue your passion
Focus is a determining factor in what you do long-term
Why healthy narcissism is necessary as a creator
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May 24, 2021 |
Francesco Artusato (Light the Torch)
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Francesco Artusato is the guitarist in Light the Torch and formerly for All Shall Perish. He’s also a freelance 3D animator and concept artist with an impressive list of corporate and television credits.
On this episode, Eyal Levi, John Browne, and Francesco Artusato discuss:
How injury led Francesco to guitar
Becoming as good as you can, not as good as someone else
The willingness to go all-in on new skills
How to approach a new instrument
And more!
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Check out the track visualizer video for "More Than Dreaming" by Light the Torch.
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May 17, 2021 |
Charles Caswell (Berried Alive)
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Charles Caswell is a guitarist who is currently working on his solo project, Berried Alive.
On this episode, Eyal Levi, John Browne, and Charles Caswell discuss:
Work ethic and how some people are just born with more of it
The best way to learn a new technique
Why thought experiments are important for creating
Leaving a band to go out on his own
The reason bands don’t need labels as much as they once did
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May 10, 2021 |
Devin Townsend (Strapping Young Lad, The Devin Townsend Project)
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Devin Townsend is a legendary musician, songwriter, and producer who is best known for his bands Strapping Young Lad and The Devin Townsend Project, as well as work with Lamb Of God, Misery Signals, Gwar, and many others.
What should your priorities be as a musician or producer?
Why failing isn’t failure
The art of pivoting quickly is crucial for survival
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May 03, 2021 |
Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills)
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Dan Sugarman is a guitarist in Ice Nine Kills. He is also a solo guitarist, the owner of Sugarman's Lesson Lounge, and was formerly a member of As Blood Runs Black.
1:48 - Carrot and stick method of learning
17:49 - The education business is not easy money
37:06 - Artists need to be emotional, but also educated on the business
50:31 - Knowing your role within a band
1:06:05 - How the mind connects to the body
1:20:11 - How to go about learning new techniques
1:37:37 - Dan’s five stages of learning
2:01:50 - Your own voice will come from you, not others
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Apr 26, 2021 |
Bart Hennephof
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Bart Hennephof is a solo guitarist and producer and was formerly the guitarist in Textures.
1:45 - Important things that are hard to teach
11:26 - Bart doesn’t use a noise gate in front of his amp
25:41 - Stretching while on tour
35:56 - Start a band in 8 weeks
55:46 - Music comes first
1:08:09 - Don’t just blindly trust people
1:19:12 - How much time does Bart spend practicing guitar?
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Apr 19, 2021 |
Mark Holcomb, Misha Mansoor, and Jake Bowen (Periphery)
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Mark Holcomb, Misha Mansoor, and Jake Bowen are guitarists in Periphery.
1:33 - Working on new music and the impact of COVID
12:10 - What makes the band avoid a specific tour market
21:00 - The role that Periphery’s manager plays
46:24 - How the band focuses on the music
1:06:20 - Figuring out how to turn high risk into success
1:25:24 - Deciding who plays what, especially in the studio
1:39:49 - The band’s latest writing session
1:57:41 - Periphery gets priority when writing
2:11:11 - Does Mark use a metronome?
2:22:57 - What an average day is like for the guys
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Apr 12, 2021 |
Jack Gardiner (Stu Hamm, China Crisis)
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Jack Gardiner is a guitarist with a very active and growing YouTube channel who also plays for Stu Hamm and China Crisis in addition to working on a solo project.
1:46 - Jack’s MasterClass and visualization
12:32 - 3 note per string scales can hold some people back
30:06 - Play with people who are better than you
49:53 - The typical trajectory in music
1:05:25 - Developing your own voice
1:17:51 - Plagiarism in music
1:43:43 - Vanity metrics exist to make you feel good
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Apr 05, 2021 |
Matt Halpern (Periphery, GetGoodDrums)
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Matt Halpern is the drummer in Periphery and the co-owner of GetGoodDrums.
1:47 - Matt, Browne, and Eyal’s tour adventures
22:28 - Band chemistry and communication are crucial
40:40 - Deprivation work and putting other people first
49:31 - How drummers communicate with guitarists
1:14:20 - Can you develop pocket and rhythm?
1:23:37 - The relationship between the kick and riffs
1:29:18 - Choosing cymbals for a specific part
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Mar 29, 2021 |
Chris Kelly (Alustrium)
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Chris Kelly is the guitarist in Alustrium and was the lead guitarist (Darth Vader) in Galactic Empire.
2:14 - The most annoying interview questions
18:06 - Spending too long on songs
35:54 - Confidence is required as a musician
51:32 - Handling the extra time during COVID
1:13:50 - Metal was more violent in the 90s
1:24:12 - Terrible tour bus stories
1:37:50 - Working on rhythm guitar playing
1:47:45 - Getting a better technique down
2:07:29 - Everyone goes back to the basics
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Mar 22, 2021 |
Josh Middleton (Architects, Sylosis)
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Josh Middleton is a guitarist in Architects and has his own band, Sylosis.
4:18 - Time management during COVID
15:06 - How engineering comes into play for Josh
32:15 - Finding time to practice guitar
44:04 - Recording yourself is a great tool
59:49 - You can’t judge gear based on spec sheets
1:05:02 - Knowing when a song is good enough
1:16:47 - What’s the job of a producer?
1:24:55 - Architects’ guitar tone
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Mar 15, 2021 |
Mark Vollelunga (Nothing More)
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Mark Vollelunga is the guitarist for Nothing More.
3:53 - Vegetable oil vans
11:55 - Standing out as a band without it feeling contrived
21:44 - Fighting for an idea that is right
42:06 - Some of Mark’s biggest failures
52:01 - The sex, drugs, and rock n roll lifestyle is not the whole story
1:07:41 - Mark’s musical priorities
1:32:19 - Christian rock and metal bands
1:47:31 - Being a musician and entrepreneur
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Mar 09, 2021 |
Pat Sheridan (Fit For An Autopsy)
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Pat Sheridan is a guitarist in Fit For An Autopsy and a tattoo artist.
1:17 - Why musicians suck with time management
8:19 - Opening bands and tour managers
29:05 - Misconceptions about successful bands
36:38 - How long Pat was in local bands
54:37 - Running a band as a business
1:15:32 - The right hand is the most important thing
1:44:29 - Being a successful band and working with Will Putney
1:58:30 - Backing companies without endorsement deals
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Mar 01, 2021 |
Bumblefoot (Sons of Apollo)
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Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal is a legendary guitarist. To call him an innovator would be to sell him short. He is currently the guitarist for Sons of Apollo and previously played in Guns N’ Roses, but his full credits are way too long to list here.
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2:12 - Bumblefoot’s prolific childhood
17:48 - You shouldn’t need to be motivated to do something you love
25:57 - Time management strategy
53:10 - Creation vs. playing someone else’s song
1:09:27 - Being self-aware
1:21:32 - Getting his music licensed and playing huge gigs
1:50:13 - You can’t expect 100% return all of the time
1:58:25 - Bumblefoot’s hot sauce
2:19:18 - Using a fretless guitar
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Feb 22, 2021 |
James Monteith (TesseracT)
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James Monteith is a guitarist in TesseracT and a founder at Hold Tight where he is a publicist for many amazing guitarists.
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3:47 - Livestreams during the pandemic
16:11 - Working in PR
40:44 - How James fits in guitar playing
58:49 - The future of marketing guitar players
1:21:09 - The terror of being in a band
1:42:16 - Knowing your limits
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Feb 15, 2021 |
Jeff Loomis (Arch Enemy, Nevermore)
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Jeff Loomis plays guitar in Arch Enemy and is best known for his legendary work in Nevermore.
1:40 - How Jeff has spent his time during the pandemic
12:33 Grunge bands and the Seattle scene
21:11 - Not knowing theory doesn’t mean you can’t be good
28:35 - Pre-production is done differently today
41:55 - Jeff’s rhythm guitar playing
54:58 - The bands that blow up have a certain energy about them
1:06:17 - Endorsements and how they work
1:12:57 - Hands vs. gear
1:36:33 - How bands operate internally is everything
1:42:06 - Jeff’s plug-in
1:50:11 - Overcoming injuries
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Feb 08, 2021 |
Plini
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Plini is a guitarist and songwriter who was called “the future of exceptional guitar playing” by Steve Vai.
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1:31 - Waking up early and having a routine
12:22 - Defining artistic validity
29:19 - You favorite songs vs fan favorites
42:04 - The price of success
1:00:15 - Does Plini practice on a regular basis?
1:16:36 - Balancing a competitive nature while keeping a low stress level
1:38:36 - There’s no set timeline for a career
1:57:00 - How Plini approaches meter
2:06:12 - How often is the final product different than imagined?
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Feb 01, 2021 |
Trey Xavier (Gear Gods)
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Trey Xavier is a guitarist and the Editor-in-Chief of Gear Gods.
2:10 - Gear will not make you better
19:10 - Outcome based playing vs just for enjoyment
32:08 - Interacting with comments on the internet
42:04 - The base skill set level for musicians
1:01:28 - What to look out for when buying new gear
1:11:00 - The future of recording
1:36:26 - Outsourcing
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Jan 25, 2021 |
Chris Wiseman (Currents, Shadow of Intent)
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Chris Wiseman is the guitarist for Currents and Shadow of Intent.
3:46 - How Chris is using his entrepreneurial mind during quarantine
19:38 - The loss of touring and using the internet to get big
54:28 - Does Chris practice guitar?
1:09:09 - Most people are well-intentioned and nice
1:16:13 - Having a routine and focus
1:28:30 - Writing for two bands without them sounding the same
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Jan 18, 2021 |
Mike Stringer (Spiritbox)
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Mike Stringer is the guitarist for Spiritbox.
1:44 - Stupid riffs
22:00 - The importance of image
36:15 - Spending time on music vs. everything else
54:56 - Creating the ethereal elements in Spiritbox
1:13:30 - The role of a producer
1:26:32 - Wearing many hats as a professional musician
1:42:37 - Are people too obsessed with genre?
1:51:10 - How Mike approaches dynamic writing
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Jan 11, 2021 |
The Ghost Inside
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Zach Johnson and Chris Davis are the guitarists for The Ghost Inside.
1:37 - Practicing while standing
14:33 - Recalling the correct breakdown
27:22 - Not touring due to injury vs. not touring due to COVID
35:11 - How Zack and Chris create riffs
58:42 - Work ethic is key
1:32:34 - Working with someone who is different and how to get out of the way
1:43:04 - Everyone having a say can be dangerous
1:52:30 - What is a producer’s role?
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Jan 04, 2021 |
Jen Majura (Evanescence)
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Jen Majura is the guitarist for Evanescence.
2:16 - Live streams are tiring
12:24 - Artists and craftsmen are both necessary
25:14 - Replacing a band member is hard
39:28 - Adapting in 2020
54:08 - Jen’s guitar habits during quarantine
1:28:45 - Designing tones
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Dec 14, 2020 |
Jake Bowen (Periphery)
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Jake Bowen is a guitarist in Periphery.
3:02 - Eating high-calorie meals
9:21 - Jake’s problem with airports and authority figures
29:16 - Humans are still animals even though society has modernized
43:51 - How the band is handling staying home
57:18 - Anxiety and being a people pleaser
1:05:03 - Playing guitar live
1:21:00 - A day in the life of Jake
1:32:13 - Battling depression
1:44:02 - Being influenced by his uncle, John Petrucci
1:55:36 - Jake’s riff style
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Dec 07, 2020 |
Jinjer
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Eugene and Roman are the bassist and guitarist, respectively, in Jinjer.
1:59 - Working with Max Morton and writing songs
12:07 - Throwing ideas and riffs away
25:44 - The band’s communication
37:16 - Eugene’s bass lines
50:21 - Writing during lockdown and writing rigs
1:02:51 - Being able to travel with your own console
1:12:06 - Staying grounded
1:34:36 - Writing a song in 5 hours
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Nov 30, 2020 |
Ruud Jolie (Within Temptation)
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Ruud Jolie is the lead guitarist of Within Temptation.
12:22 - How European culture treats metal music
23:19 - You can make music work without a band
37:15 - Ruud’s job as a guitarist in Within Temptation
56:48 - Guide for refining riffs
1:21:20 - Defining personal style
1:43:36 - Longevity is a rare thing
1:52:07 - Rehearsing before tour
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Nov 23, 2020 |
Nick Sampson (I Am Abomination)
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Nick Sampson is a producer, engineer, and guitar player for I Am Abomination.
3:14 - Handling COVID
11:11 - Gaining trust and respect
17:03 - How guitar players can prepare
36:47 - Scheduling and time management
57:51 - Making your guitar as playable as possible
1:17:50 - Building and patenting a guitar
1:38:57 - Buying weed used to be difficult
1:57:39 - There’s no liposuction for guitar
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Nov 16, 2020 |
Angel Vivaldi
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Angel Vivaldi is a virtuoso guitarist as well as a songwriter and producer.
5:07 - Angel doesn’t miss being on the road
18:07 - Eddie Van Halen
28:10 - Finding what works best for your health
45:46 - Does Angel’s discipline with health and fitness transfer to guitar playing?
59:48 - Getting away from drugs and abuse
1:11:51 - How Angel recorded his first demo
1:33:00 - Working with Will Putney
1:53:40 - Angel’s writing process
1:58:42 - Angel’s practice regimen
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Nov 09, 2020 |
Angus Clark (Trans Siberian Orchestra)
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Angus Clark is a lead guitarist best known for his 20 year stint with Trans Siberian Orchestra as well as playing for artists such as Cher and Kitaro among others.
2:21 - The hired gun life
16:11 - Self-awareness is crucial
31:38 - Getting the TSO gig
49:42 - Tone is in your ears
1:08:24 - You don’t have to choose between writing and playing
1:19:21 - Knowing who you are
1:30:03 - The entrepreneur’s curse
1:37:49 - Working with Cher
1:49:15 - What Angus tells people who aspire to do what he does
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Nov 02, 2020 |
John Browne (Monuments)
7704
John Browne was a guest on the URM Podcast. He plays guitar in Monuments, Flux Conduct, and is the co-founder of Riffhard.
6:31 - Why rhythm guitar is important
16:23 - The relationship between Dillinger Escape Plan and Mr. Bungle
23:27 - What bands are pushing the envelope?
36:00 - Rhythm and phrasing
55:23 - How to get better at guitar
1:12:15 - What are the features of Riffhard?
1:19:36 - Deleting riffs - should you or should you not?
1:29:16 - Why you should analyze “Freak on a Leash” by Korn
1:40:30 - Tone is in the hands, but for real
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Oct 26, 2020 |
Mark Holcomb (Periphery, Haunted Shores)
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Mark Holcomb is a guitarist in Periphery and Haunted Shores.
2:05 - How Browne and Mark know each other
11:09 - The X factor and social media
21:51 - Adapting to touring life
29:18 - Day-to-day lifestyle
50:54 - Making ideas cohesive
1:22:45 - Coming up with open chords
1:35:26 - Using PRS guitars
1:42:14 - Gear and black metal
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Oct 19, 2020 |
Mike Spreitzer and Neal Tiemann (DevilDriver)
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Mike Spreitzer and Neal Tiemann are guitarists for DevilDriver.
2:42 - How the guys are handling COVID
15:05 - How Mike and Neal know each other
29:19 - Dark times and lineup changes
53:13 - Working with Steve Evetts
1:09:01 - How Mike got into recording
1:22:56 - Pocket is different for everyone
1:34:44 - Tracking guitars and trusting producers
1:51:57 - Writing riffs
1:57:10 - Finding inspiration
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Oct 12, 2020 |
Carter Arrington (Progger, Peter Rowan)
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Carter Arrington is a guitarist who has played with Progger, Peter Rowan, Eric Johnson, and many others.
3:25 - Carter’s rhythm playing
16:47 - Carter’s definition of pocket
40:42 - Adjusting to the pocket of a drummer
54:22 - Ego and finding what you want to do
1:03:14 - Obsession
1:28:49 - Carter’s course and writing
1:51:28 - Sixteenth notes
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Oct 05, 2020 |
Kiko Loureiro (Megadeth)
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Kiko Loureiro is the lead guitarist for Megadeth.
3:08 - Getting stuck in Finland
12:32 - Touring and routine
24:19 - Playing guitar for work vs. not for work
54:28 - Music in Brazil
1:10:56 - Practicing and figuring out how you learn
1:33:47 - Should modern musicians record themselves?
1:52:38 - Adapting to modern technology
2:08:50 - Why Kiko learned to record audio and video
2:26:10 - What Kiko learned from Dave Mustaine
2:34:27 - Composing with 7 and 8 strings
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Sep 28, 2020 |
Adam Christianson (Architects)
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Adam Christianson is a guitarist in Architects.
1:57 - Being a Canadian in a British band
13:44 - Big vs. small shows
27:14 - Advancement of online education
41:22 - What does Adam focus on with the guitar?
49:22 - Perform as soon as you can
57:24 - Don’t discount anyone
1:05:29 - Being disciplined
1:21:21 - Does Adam write riffs with intention in mind?
1:29:49 - What elevated Adam’s playing the most?
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Sep 21, 2020 |
Misha Mansoor (Periphery)
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Misha Mansoor, aka Bulb is one of the guitarists of Periphery as well as one of the founding partners behind ventures such as Horizon Devices and Getgood Drums.
1:32 - Keeping busy during quarantine
14:23 - Building a career online
35:41 - Time management and avoiding burnout
47:58 - Taking a vacation
1:01:03 - Getting worn out
1:14:59 - Avoiding getting stale
1:38:52 - Communication is key - singing at someone instead of yelling
1:53:42 - Where does Periphery go next?
2:02:18 - Will there be another summer camp?
2:14:56 - Low vs. high gain
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Sep 14, 2020 |
Dave Davidson (Revocation)
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Dave Davidson is the guitarist for Revocation.
2:05 - COVID and false information
22:07 - Creating and cataloging riffs
42:58 - Building band members’ trust
55:51 - Dave’s practicing habits
1:13:08 - Where does Dave’s love of extreme metal come from?
1:20:04 - Heavy music techniques
1:36:41 - Chord progression and theory
1:47:05 - Dave’s writing process
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Sep 07, 2020 |
Olly Steele (Monuments)
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Olly Steele is a guitarist in Monuments.
3:07 - How Olly and Browne met
8:55 - Learning to play a 7-string
19:43 - Tour etiquette
40:57 - Olly’s guitar playing and lessons
57:08 - Traversing the neck
1:14:58 - Learning with modern technology
1:26:04 - Defining moments when writing songs
1:34:30 - Balance’s clean sound
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Aug 31, 2020 |
Gus G (Firewind)
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Gus G, also known as Kostas is a Greek powerhouse, lead guitarist of Firewind. He has played in Arch Enemy, Nightrage, Mystic Prophecy, Dream Evil, and for Ozzy Osbourne himself!
1:58 - Technology and quarantine
17:14 - An unlikely path to success
26:34 - Artists and record deals
51:59 - The impact of playing with Ozzy
1:04:43 - Guitar practice
1:17:44 - How Firewind got discovered
1:36:39 - Leaving Greece
1:44:15 - Knowing when to place the vibrato
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Aug 24, 2020 |
Aaron Marshall (Intervals)
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Aaron Marshall is the guitarist of Intervals.
2:02 - Aaron auditioned for Fellsilent
13:10 - Steady income during lockdown
34:33 - Working with producers
48:53 - Muscle memory
1:00:22 - Capitalizing on opportunities
1:17:31 - Health and lifestyle
1:52:27 - Lead melody and rhythm
2:02:43 - Learning chord and scale theory
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Aug 17, 2020 |
Brody Uttley (Rivers of Nihil)
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Brody Uttley is the guitarist for Rivers of Nihil.
On this episode:
3:20 - Social tier hunting
15:33 - Joe Bonamassa
22:03 - Quarantine habits
34:32 - Devin Townsend is a genius
43:53 - Why don’t Brody’s bandmates hate him?
1:24:11 - How Brody practices guitar
1:33:21 - Not tensing up when you play guitar
2:00:41 - Gear vs. hands
2:23:31 - What comes first, riffs or drums?
2:31:26 - The pressure to experiment
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Aug 10, 2020 |
Josh Smith (Northlane)
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Josh Smith is the guitarist for Northlane and is the co-owner of Open Door Management.
On this episode:
2:35 - Lockdown and cycling
14:55 - Focus and the inner bitch voice
22:48 - Having a disciplined approach
38:27 - Working with David Bendeth and Will Putney
58:18 - Northlane’s live stream
1:17:30 - Working on multiple things at once
1:34:45 - This is in fact a guitar podcast
1:40:30 - Going from a local band to national to international
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Aug 03, 2020 |
Mike Dawes (Justin Hayward, Nik Mystery)
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Mike Dawes is an innovative acoustic guitarist who has built an impressive solo career 100% indie. He also plays for Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues and is a member of Nik Mystery.
On this episode:
2:40 - Being a sideman for older bands
21:02 - Preparing for the worst on tour
37:10 - Being a solo guitar player vs. being in a band
49:35 - Knowing your intent
1:10:06 - Great guitar players exist in every genre and era
1:25:45 - Overcoming injuries
1:42:35 - How COVID has affected Mike
2:04:26 - Mike’s guitar tuning and setup
2:28:25 - How should beginners learn the percussive technique?
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Jul 27, 2020 |
Phil Demmel (Vio-lence, Machine Head, Slayer)
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Phil Demmel is a staple in the metal scene gaining notoriety for his time in Machine Head, his band Vio-lence and his session gig for Slayer.
On this episode:
3:07 - Phil’s quarantine life
9:41 - The logistics of collaborating on cover songs
20:55 - Playing guitar live can’t be simulated elsewhere
30:04 - How Phil learned guitar
40:47 - How crucial is the social aspect of the industry?
50:49 - Proving yourself as a band and musician
1:00:25 - Filling in with Slayer
1:16:50 - Learning Machine Head songs
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Jul 20, 2020 |
Andy James (Fields of the Nephilim, Five Finger Death Punch)
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Andy James is a well known guitar virtuoso who has a massive YouTube channel, plays with Fields of the Nephilim, and has toured as a session guitarist with acts such as Five Finger Death Punch.
On this episode:
9:35 - How bands are live-streaming now
13:09 - How Andy ended up touring with Death Punch
30:12 - Are certain tours harder than others?
35:34 - Learning someone else’s songs
46:21 - Having a natural knack for guitar
57:15 - Being an artist vs a craftsman
1:20:05 - Should you mix your own album?
1:33:52 - Handling writer’s block
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Jul 13, 2020 |
Bill Hudson (NorthTale, Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
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Bill Hudson is a virtuoso guitarist who has played with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Savatage, and I Am Morbid among many many others. He is the founder and lead guitarist of NorthTale.
On this episode:
2:45 - Guitar playing during the quarantine
17:40 - Perfect pitch
23:21 - Does language impact how Bill thinks about music?
38:13 - England and innovative rock
59:13 - Getting gigs
1:07:56 - Working out and having a healthy lifestyle
1:39:40 - How addictions can affect your performance
2:01:21 - Bill’s practice routine
2:21:12 - The importance of tempo
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Jul 06, 2020 |
Nick Johnston
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Nick Johnston is a Canadian guitarist who releases his work as an independent solo artist and has worked with Periphery, Polyphia, Scale The Summit, Mike Dawes, and many more.
On this episode:
2:00 - Quarantine life and mask breath
10:09 - Being disciplined when you’re younger
27:07 - The critiques of instrumental guitar playing
34:33 - How Nick made his picking hand less sloppy
45:48 - Fear as a motivator
1:04:18 - Your pathology isn’t necessarily going to change because your circumstances do
1:10:47 - How Nick stays disciplined
1:22:52 - Tone in the hands vs. the gear
1:34:36 - Being honest with yourself about what you want to do
1:43:25 - Why Nick doesn’t want to be on a label
1:59:20 - Final guitar solos vs. improvising
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Jun 29, 2020 |
Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves, God Forbid)
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Doc Coyle is the guitarist of Bad Wolves and was previously in God Forbid. He also hosts The Ex-Man Podcast, where he talks to music industry professionals who leave major gigs and where they go from there.
On this episode:
4:07 - You can’t have too many cooks in the kitchen
12:15 - How often does Doc write?
26:07 - Knowing when something is finished
34:15 - The first listen and discovering new bands
50:48 - Defining talent
1:00:23 - Guitar prep and tones
1:22:02 - Hands vs. gear
1:34:58 - Moving people emotionally with your music
1:41:02 - The challenges of adopting a new rhythm style
1:55:27 - Doc’s book idea
2:03:24 - Doc is a renaissance man
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Jun 22, 2020 |
Dean Lamb (Archspire)
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Dean Lamb plays guitar for the Canadian tech-death innovators, Archspire. He runs a very entertaining and informative YouTube channel where he takes on all types of hilarious and impressive guitar challenges.
On this episode:
2:59 - Being creative in lockdown
10:32 - Being in a band should be treated as a job
19:30 - Fear of talking on camera
27:46 - Jason Momoa’s connection to the band
45:57 - Making money while being on a label
1:01:57 - Dean’s guitar playing and writing
1:22:16 - The role that rhythm plays
1:37:18 - The luck factor
1:49:02 - How ideas appear
2:02:13 - Learning techniques via cover songs vs. formal practice
2:07:16 - Playing without tension
2:14:38 - Warm up routines
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Jun 15, 2020 |
Mark Heylmun (Suicide Silence)
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Mark Heylmun is the lead guitarist for Suicide Silence, arguably the most successful death core band in the world.
On this episode:
2:19 - Mark and John’s tour stories
11:05 - How Suicide Silence leveraged Myspace to land a record deal
22:14 - Lockdown!
35:11 - Getting an idea and going hard with it
48:48 - Being in a band and being good at business
55:28 - Not dwelling on the negative
1:06:16 - Plan B
1:37:38 - Not all writers are virtuosos
1:47:08 - Working with another guitar player
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Jun 08, 2020 |
Acle Kahney (TesseracT)
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Acle Kahney is a guitarist, songwriter, producer and mixer known for his band TesseracT and formerly Fellsilent.
On this episode:
3:33 - Staying busy and live streaming during a pandemic
7:41 - Getting into mixing and mastering
16:56 - Different generations of guitar players
24:01 - Is talent real?
36:01 - What keeps bands together?
45:35 - Writing and learning new songs
55:53 - John Browne was THAT solo guy
1:11:17 - What happened when Acle started combining styles
1:23:07 - Working with Martin Grech
1:30:00 - Dealing with metal fans
1:39:13 - Working with other engineers
1:44:16 - Where Acle’s haunting melodies come from
1:50:06 - Getting a band from nothing to something
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Jun 01, 2020 |
Wes Hauch (The Faceless, Black Crown Initiate)
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Wes Hauch is one of the most respected lead guitarists in metal known for his work with The Faceless, Black Crown Initiate, Alluvial, Thy Art Is Murder, and many many more.
2:25 - Mac vs. PC
11:32 - Hours spent playing guitar
25:38 - Playing what’s written vs. adjusting on the fly
36:14 - Lead guitar and solos
49:15 - Writing
1:00:37 - Lessons learned from playing live
1:08:29 - Geeking out about amps
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Jun 01, 2020 |
Jason Richardson (All That Remains)
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Jason Richardson is one of the most highly regarded lead guitarists in modern metal. He made a name for himself in bands like Born of Osiris and Chelsea Grin before releasing an extremely successful solo album. He is currently the lead guitarist for metalcore legends All That Remains.
On this episode:
2:10 - NAMM and Ernie Ball
7:59 - The Evolve EP and Jason’s own sound
19:41 - Returning to old ideas
30:21 - Jason’s rig
49:00 - Tour life
1:02:54 - How Jason learns other styles
1:12:10 - What Jason looks for in an engineer
1:29:40 - Jason’s online presence
1:39:14 - Jason’s favorite riff that he’s written
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Jun 01, 2020 |
Welcome to the Riffhard Podcast
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The Riffhard Podcast has arrived! Hosts John Browne and Eyal Levi break down what to expect from the show and tell you who some of the first guests will be.
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May 27, 2020 |