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Rik Emmett Interview: How Rik got started in the music business, Triumph’s first gig, a scary record company transaction and why Rik ultimately left Triumph - and a moving story behind why the band members made up, years later… playing the US Festival (250,000 people), playing with George Benson, Steve Morse, Steve Vai… favorite songs he wrote, best decision he ever made, mellowing, and what happens when you get 8 free guitar lessons. Really cool and very sincere guy, first class all the way 

Rick was the guitarist, vocalist and primary songwriter for Triumph. While Rik was with the band, Triumph released 7 Platinum and 10 Gold LPs in Canada. In 1988, Rik left Triumph to focus on a solo career and has since released 20 studio & live LPs Gene Steinman Photography

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On this Jim Wilson Interview, Jim talks about growing up in Delaware and MOVING to Los Angeles to pursue music. Stories about working at Tower Records and his encounters with Michael Jackson… the challenges and successes of forming and growing Mother Superior… putting out their first record independently… working with Henry Rollins, recording over 100 songs with him, and the takeaways from touring with Henry. We took a deep dive into specific songs like 'Illuminations,' 'Wounded Animal,' 'Pain,' & 'Mama,' Jim shares insights into his songwriting process and the inspirations behind his lyrics. Recording with George Clinton, playing in Japan, and working with Sparks and Daniel Lanois. Jim emphasizes the importance of patience and pacing in his career and the influence of his parents on his musical journey, lessons learned from getting older, and more. AWESOME and fun convo, with a very sincere artist

Jim Wilson’s a founding member of the hard rock & blues band Mother Superior. The band released 10 LPs between 1993 & 2008. In 1999, Jim and the other members of Mother Superior were asked by Henry Rollins to back him up, and they became the 2nd incarnation of the Rollins Band. From 2000 to 2002, the band released 3 studio & 2 live LPs and one LP filled with Black Flag songs, which was recorded for charity. In 2015, Jim, along with Scott Ian from Anthrax and Scott’s wife, Pearl Aday (Meatloaf’s daughter) started a band called Motor Sister. The band released 2 LPs’, Ride (which had 12 covers of Mother Superior songs) and an LP of all originals called Get Off. Jim’s also been Daniel Lanois’ bassist and vocalist since 2002… in the late 2000’s he toured and recorded with Sparks, and Emmylou Harris. Jim also co-writes and records with Pearl Aday on her 3 solo LPs, and has a solo LP of his own, called Now Playing, which he made with Phil Jones. 

Jim’s written songs and played on recordings for artists including Alice Cooper, Meat Loaf, George Clinton, Iggy Pop, and Lemmy. And as if that’s not enough, Jim also hosts 2 online radio shows called The Vinyl Shelf & Radio Rewind. Jim’s an OUTSTANDING talent in all areas - guitar, writing, singing, and arranging

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Paul Jackson Jr Interview.: This one’s emotional: Paul’s first recording as a session player was with Lenny White, and the stories only get better from here: Working with George Benson, Patrice Rushen, Wah Wah Watson, Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Stanley Clarke, George Duke, BB King, Billy Preston, Stan Getz, Aretha Franklin, Joe Williams, Ray Parker Jr., Whitney Houston, Arturo Sandoval… Paul’s top 3 sessions & top 3 live performances, growing up in South Central LA and the incredible support and sacrifices his parents made for him, favorite guitars... dealing with the loss of his mom & others close to him… Disneyland, Richard Pryor, stupidity, and loads more. A TON of fun, love, and interesting stories all wrapped into one awesome conversation

Paul Jackson, Jr. has been a first-call LA session guitarist for over 40 years. He’s played on LPs by Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Lenny White, BB King, Sonny Rollins, Billy Preston, Joe Sample, Lamont Dozier, The Jacksons, Jose Feliciano, Stan Getz, Aretha Franklin, Boz Scaggs, Freddie Hubbard, Alphonse Mouzon, Ella Fitzgerald. Michael Jackson (Thriller, Bad), Ray Parker Jr., Larry Graham, Herb Alpert, The Temptations, Ramsey Lewis, Chicago, Michael McDonald, Stanley Clarke, Earl Klugh, Isley Brothers, Quincy Jones, Elton John, Marcus Miller, Ray Charles, Abe Laboriel, George Duke, and literally HUNDREDS of others… and he has 10 solo LPs of his own 

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On this Russ Ballard interview: An early secret to success Paul McCartney shared with him… why, sometimes you need medication… how he was a different person after he came out of his depression… coming out of his depression and into a blissful life… writing songs with Roger Daltrey… a terrible childhood accident which led him to having 10 operations over 3 years… getting a reading by a faith healer that turned out to be effective… his early musical journey, his experiences writing songs for other artists, and the impact of his songs on the music industry. A terrible story about losing a close friend… Russ shares stories about his time with the band Argent, his approach to songwriting, and the challenges he faced with burnout and depression. He also talks about the importance of discipline in songwriting and the changes he has witnessed in the music industry over the years… maintaining a positive outlook on life and the power of breathing and meditation.

Russ discusses various topics, including his commitment to daily activities, the story behind his unique guitar, the impact of childhood experiences, the challenges of health issues, the complexity of love, and the evolution of personality. He also shares funny and embarrassing moments on stage, the importance of humor, the significance of passion and emotional connection in music and the importance of thoughtful questions. TONS of amazing and fun stories, and awesome life journeys. LOADS of fun, and positive vibes. Russ is the best!

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Kevin Chown Interview: Growing up the youngest of 4 in a musical family... playing with Jeff Kollman, Chuck Berry, Tony MacAlpine, Ted Nugent… overcoming a major health issue and using this as a springboard for a better life helping himself and others… dog training, carpentry, how challenges redefine you, Escanaba, and more. TOTALLY sincere, great convo with a great guy

Kevin Chown is a bass player most known for his work with best selling Finnish vocalist Tarja Turunen, funk/rock/fusion quartet Chad Smith's Bombastic Meatbats, and progressive metal bands Edwin Dare and Artension. He is currently a member of the instrumental groups Cosmosquad and Der Elefant as well as L.A. blues rockers Bleeding Harp, and has performed and recorded with artists including Paul Gilbert, Sebastian Bach, Uncle Kracker, Chuck Berry, Ted Nugent, Tony MacAlpine, Jeff Kollman, and Tiles. He’s also released 3 solo EP’s

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On this Michael Rubin interview, Mike discusses how he started playing guitar, the formation of King Falcon, and their experiences playing at South by Southwest and NAMM. Rubin also talks about the making of the 'When the Party's Over' video and how it helped them secure a record deal. He shares the inspiration behind some of their songs and the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of adversity…. his 1957 Stratocaster and the sentimental value it holds for him,  growing up in Whitestone, Queens, and the car culture that influenced his love for guitars. Michael discusses the challenges of navigating the music business today, particularly the pressure to be active on social media. He then dives into his vintage guitar collection, including his go-to guitars and the rarity of certain models. Finally, he shares his passion for vintage guitars and the joy of sharing them with others. Also, guitar theft, his favorite albums, life-changing events, self-reflection, hobbies, tough decisions, taking risks, and his happiest moment. Super cool, and extremely bright, you’ll be hearing more from Michael, for sure 

Michael is the primary songwriter, vocalist and guitarist of the NYC rock trio, King Falcon. The band recently released their first LP called King Falcon

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Chris Tapp Interview: WOW, to say Chris is the real deal is an understatement. Incredibly moving stories about putting the band together and overcoming some totally unnecessary legal bullshit… learning he was adopted, discovering a terrible family tragedy and dealing with a family suicide, surviving cancer, becoming an endorsed Fender artist, not giving up, going for it, living in gratitude, and tons of cool stuff. Chris is a warrior, and you NEED to listen to this - it is inspiring on so many different levels

Chris Tapp is the singer, guitarist and songwriter for The Cold Stares, a fantastic blues rock band with a fast-growing following. They’ve released 4 LPs & have 3 new ones coming out this year.

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On this Jose de Castro Interview: Breaking into the session scene in Madrid at a young age, touring throughout Spain at 16, why he always plays Fender Strats, how he developed his incredible right-hand technique, being a dad, running, trying to find balance between work and play, and his changing priorities over time. Incredible player, very humble

A top session player in Spain, Jose de Castro is an incredible artist in his own right, with 5 studio & 2 live LPs of his own. He’s also played with top musicians like Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, Simon Phillips, Reb Beach, Guthrie Govan & Rob Marcello.

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In this Jay Emmons Interview, the Glorious Sons guitarist shares his journey in the music industry and the challenges the band faced in the early days. He discusses his transition from being a singer to focusing on playing guitar and singing backups. Jay also talks about the dynamics of being in a band with his brother and the importance of maintaining a good relationship. He shares his favorite Glorious Sons songs, the experiences of opening for the Rolling Stones, his love for his family and the joy he finds in watching his daughter grow up & touring with the Rolling Stones 

Jay co-founded The Glorious Sons in 2011, and his brother Brett joined up shortly after, as the lead singer. The band plays good old-fashioned high-energy bar room rock and roll. They’re from Kingston, Ontario Canada and since 2013, they’ve released 1 EP and 4 LPs including their latest record, Glory. The band’s toured Canada, Europe and the states, and have had 13 singles in the Canadian Top 10 charts, including 4 #1’s. And if you want a good introduction to the band, check out Sawed Off Shotgun, which is a heavy song lyrically but a fun song, musically… as is Speed of Light off the new album, Glory. 

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On this Lou Pardini Interview: Moving to LA and working his way up, working with Billy Preston, Stevie Wonder, John Patitucci, Elton John & Leon Russell… overcoming a terrible family tragedy… his first written song winning a Grammy for Smokey Robinson, moving to Nashville, having the confidence to do music, the drive for his work ethic, fame vs. desire to make music - and the difference in long-term personal growth, “The Great Disappearing Act,” and why Lou’s “Still trying to figure it all out.” Total first class act, in every way possible and a deeply talented musician who gives 110% all the time

The oldest of 6 brothers & a successful session player for 4 decades, Lou’s been the keyboardist & co-vocalist of Chicago since 2010. He’s also a prolific songwriter who’s written a No. 1 Billboard R & B hit.

He’s written, produced or performed w Stevie Wonder, Patti Austin, Billy Preston, John Patitucci, Joe Sample, Robben Ford, Chick Corea, Larry Carlton, Elton John, T Bone Burnett, Leon Rueesll and many others.

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On this Mark Agnesi interview, the director of brand experience for Gibson guitars shares his journey from a small town in Ohio to working in the music industry. He discusses his early music career, including starting a band and releasing an album at a young age. Mark also talks about his transition to marketing and the creation of the popular YouTube series, Guitar of the Day. He then explains his decision to leave Norms Rare Guitars and join Gibson, where he helped launch Gibson TV and produce high-quality content for the brand. 

Mark discusses the creation of Gibson TV, Gibson Films, and Gibson Certified Vintage. He also talks about his role in designing and opening the Gibson Experience Centers and the importance of attention to detail in retail spaces. Mark discussed overcoming “Play Authentic” and  emphasizes the importance of patience in building an audience and the value of hard work… the  most important lesson life has taught him, the biggest change in his personality over the last 10 years… his upcoming line of Mark Agnesi guitars, and his guitar collection. 

Mark emphasizes the importance of being nice and kind to others and shares his passion for cooking, sports, and buying guitars. He also talks about the challenges of maintaining an on-camera persona and separating it from his real personality. Mark's love for music and guitars shines through as he discusses his role at Gibson and his personal guitar collection.

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On this Neil Jason Interview: Working with Bryan Ferry, The Brecker Brothers, Paul McCartney, Phil Ramone, John McLaughlin, Narada Michael Walden, Pete Townshend, Mark Knopfler, Eddie Van Halen, Yoko Ono & the Plastic Ono Band, Eddie Van Halen, Will Lee, Phil Manzanera, Mick Jagger, Grace Slick, Paul Shaffer, Gladys Knight… playing more thoughtfully, being in the moment, tons more

Neil Jason is a professional bassist, producer & composer. Over the last 40 years, in addition to the above, he’s also toured or recorded with Pavarotti, Billy Joel, Roxy Music, Hall & Oates,, Paul Simon, Kiss, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Harry Chapin, Celine Dion, Brigitte Zarie ,Cyndi Lauper, Dire Straits, Joe Jackson, Art Garfunkel & others. In addition, he was a member of the house band for Saturday Night Live from 1983 to 1985, and has over 100 appearances with Paul Shaffer and the Band on David Letterman.

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In this Rene Merideth interview, the co-founder and COO of Exploration, shares her journey in the music industry. She discusses her early involvement with music as a roadie for her grandfather's gospel music band, the importance of problem-solving, confidence, and the ability to adapt. Rene shares her experience studying music business at Belmont University and the transition to artist management and publishing. She encourages artists to take control of their careers and not be afraid to promote themselves. 

Rene shares her journey of finding order in chaos and taking a leap of faith by moving to Los Angeles. She discusses her experience starting at Windswept and becoming the head of West Coast licensing at BMG. Rene explains the complexities of mechanical licensing and the impact of Metallica's fight for the music industry. Finally, she introduces Exploration's copyright administration services. 

This part of the conversation focuses on the support and services provided by Exploration in managing YouTube channels and dealing with copyright claims. It also highlights the importance of clean data and human interaction in music administration.  Rene offfers practical advice for artists in handling business aspects and difficult situations. She shares her experiences working with artists and their management, emphasizing the need to be adaptable in building relationships. 

Rene also addresses the issue of sexual harassment and abuse, emphasizing the need for support and understanding... the lessons learned from getting older, including the challenges of perimenopause. She emphasizes the importance of always betting on yourself and speaking truth to power. 

Renee also discusses her involvement with Janey's Fund, an organization that helps abused and neglected girls.

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Darran Charles Interview: VERY intense convo about how Darran worked tirelessly on getting the band launched, including booking ALL their early gigs across Europe... dealing with depression and coming to terms with how to remediate it… being more self-reflective, a tragedy and a friend who made Darran start questioning things, dealing with perfectionism, loyalty, and loads of other interesting bits and pieces. Lovely guy, very genuine:

Darran Charles is the lead singer, writer, founding member and guitarist for Godsticks, a successful prog rock/metal band out of Wales. The band has supported major acts like The Pineapple Thief, The Aristocrats, Mike Keneally band and others… headlined their own shows, and just dropped their (awesome) 5th Studio album, Inescapable.

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On this Chris Bruce Interview: OMG Stories for days here! His first trip to the studio at age 14, playing with Wendy & Lisa, Doyle Bramhall II, Meshell Ndegeocello, Greg Leisz, Abe Laboriel Jr., Joe Henry, Billy Preston, George Clinton… working with producers Trevor Horn & Craig Street, top 3 musical experiences, getting through low points in life, his calming nature, parents’ influence, discipline, acceptance and more. TOTALLY cool guy, great vibe:

Chris’ grandparents ran an after hours club in Chicago, where folks like Sam Cooke and Louis armstrong gathered… and Chris’ mother was friends with Curtis Mayfield, Gary Shider & Glenn Goins (Funkadelic). A lifetime sideman, his first gig was touring the world with Wendy & Lisa, and he’s toured or recorded with Jeff Beck, Doyle Bramhall II, Greg Leisz, Pino Palladino, Abe Laboriel Jr., Billy Preston, Tom Waits, Chris Connelly and loads of others, on both guitar and bass. 

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In this Todd Park Mohr interview, the lead singer and guitarist of Big Head Todd and the Monsters, discusses his journey as a musician, the challenges of starting a band, playing with blues legends, and his songwriting process. He shares his favorite songs and reflects on the dark periods in his life. Todd also attributes his success to the quality of his material and the support of his bandmates. 

In this conversation, Todd Park Mohr discusses his experiences as a musician and the lessons he has learned throughout his career. He talks about the importance of being in a band and the challenges he faced when refusing to do a music video for his biggest song. He reflects on the regrets he has about that decision and how it may have affected his career. 

Todd also shares his love for guitars and the stories behind some of his favorite instruments. He discusses the musicians he has enjoyed playing with and the impact they have had on his music. Todd also talks about the importance of accepting flaws and the changes he has experienced in his personality over the years.

Takeaways

Musical influences and experiences shape a musician's journey.

Challenges and setbacks are part of the process of becoming successful.

Collaborating with legendary artists can be transformative and inspiring.

Songwriting is a personal and evolving process that draws from various influences.

Favorite songs may not always align with popular hits, but they hold personal significance.

Difficult periods in life can be overcome with resilience and support.

Success in the music industry requires a combination of talent, hard work, and quality material.

The support and camaraderie of bandmates contribute to long-term success and enjoyment. Being in a band every day is the action that matters the most.

Regretting decisions can teach valuable lessons about the importance of seizing opportunities.

Collecting guitars can be a passion and a retirement fund.

Accepting flaws and being less judgmental can lead to better relationships and personal growth.

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On this Bill Wittman Interview: Loads of interesting stories about Bill working his way “behind the glass”... funny stories about connecting and working with Cyndi Lauper, The Hooters, The Fixx, Roger Waters… the making of Time After Time, playing with Allen Toussaint, his 44-year marriage, fencing, his unusual influence for “doing what you like,” being more accepting, and lots more. Really cool, bright guy:

Bill Wittman is a producer/engineer/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter whose credits include multi-platinum debut LPs from Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osbourne, The Hooters, The Outfield… and projects with The Fixx, Roger Waters, Mick Jagger, Bob Dylan & others

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In this episode, Craig Garber shares his experiences and insights on maintaining a positive outlook and finding happiness. He discusses the importance of happiness and how it is a choice that everyone can make. Craig reflects on his difficult childhood and how it shaped his perspective on life. He emphasizes the benefits of developing coping skills and managing stress. Craig also talks about the role of belief in a higher power and surrendering outcomes. He highlights the power of gratitude and the impact it has on maintaining a positive attitude. Craig concludes by encouraging listeners to embrace happiness in the present and let go of the past.

Takeaways

Happiness is a choice that everyone can make.

Difficult experiences can shape our perspective and provide opportunities for growth.

Developing coping skills and managing stress are essential for maintaining a positive outlook.

Belief in a higher power and surrendering outcomes can alleviate stress and anxiety.

Practicing gratitude can lead to a more positive attitude.

Embracing happiness in the present and letting go of the past is key to finding joy

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Jacob Petersen Interview: Jacob Petersen came here from Denmark and has had quite an amazing journey. From living in a literal “roach motel” to working in Guitar Center and picking up dog crap… to traveling around the world playing with Steve Miller for the last 10 years

Great stories about growing up in a theatrical family in Denmark, a serious health condition which prompted him to move to America… hilarious NYC story, which includes pimps, hookers and bouncers… dealing with depression, anxiety, therapy and coping skills… his cool vintage guitars and the mods he makes, and the story of how he finally got his feet on the ground and gained momentum - leading up to working with Steve Miller. Cool convo, very sincere and honest

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 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:06 Early Influences and Musical Journey

07:01 Discovering Rock Music and Forming Bands

11:15 Challenges and Trauma in the Desert

13:46 Influence of Kurt Cobain and Resentment

15:33 Starting to Play Professionally

18:59 Transition to Solo Career

22:36 Review of Songs: Razorlike

23:58 Review of Songs: Poet of the Damned

29:59 Review of Songs: Fader

32:47 Review of Songs: The Demon

36:37 Review of Songs: Hideaway

38:42 Confronting Childhood Trauma

50:31 Favorite Guitars

56:06 Worst Gig Ever

57:50 First Album Bought

01:05:12 Unforgettable Moments

01:11:57 Lessons from Getting Older

01:14:12 Best Decision Made

01:15:45 Fatherhood

01:16:01 Energy

01:16:07 Important Lessons from Father

01:19:00 Lessons from Father and Mother

01:20:43 Hobbies and Interests

01:21:26 Favorite Travel Destinations

01:22:35 Best Advice Received

01:24:50 Most Fun Experience

01:25:30 Personal Growth and Change

Summary

In this Imaad Wasif interview: Imaad, a musician, artist, guitarist, songwriter, and singer, shares his musical journey and influences with Craig Garber on the Everyone Loves Guitar podcast. Ahmad discusses growing up in Western Canada and the challenges his family faced due to religious persecution. 

He talks about discovering rock music and forming bands, as well as the impact of Kurt Cobain and the grunge era. Imaad also shares his transition to a solo career and the inspiration behind some of his songs, including 'Razorlike,' 'Poet of the Damned,' 'Fader,' and 'The Demon.' He also discusses his collaboration with Karen O for the movie 'Where the Wild Things Are.' 

In this part of the conversation, Imaad Wasif discusses his experience with childhood trauma and the importance of confronting it. He also shares his favorite guitars and talks about the worst gig he ever had. 

Imaad reflects on the first album he bought and the unforgettable moments he has had in his life. He discusses the lessons he has learned from getting older and the best decision he ever made. Finally, he talks about the energy he possesses and the important lessons he learned from his father. Imaad shares lessons he learned from his father and mother, the importance of recognizing negativity, and the value of discipline. 

He also talks about his love for cooking, his favorite travel destinations, and the best advice he has received. Additionally, he reflects on personal growth and the changes he has experienced over the past 10 years.

Takeaways

Confronting childhood trauma is essential for personal growth and healing.

Favorite guitars can have a significant impact on a musician's sound and style.

Even experienced musicians can have challenging gigs that teach valuable lessons.

The first album someone buys can have a lasting impact on their musical taste and influences.

Unforgettable moments can shape a person's perspective and inspire creativity.

Getting older brings awareness and the importance of being giving.

Fatherhood can be a transformative experience that teaches accountability and selflessness.

Embracing one's energy and regenerative power can be a source of strength and positivity.

Lessons from fathers can shape a person's values and guide their actions. Lessons from parents can shape one's perspective and approach to life.

Recognizing negativity and choosing not to be consumed by it is important for personal well-being.

Discipline is a key factor in achieving success.

Hobbies and interests outside of one's profession can provide balance and enjoyment.

Traveling to new places can be a source of inspiration and wonder.

Receiving advice from experienced individuals can offer valuable insights and guidance.

Personal growth often involves learning patience and embracing vulnerability.

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Buzz Campbell Interview: Buzz talks about losing his mom at a young age and the change in perspective this gave him… how he got connected with Shanana, Lee Rocker, and Brian Setzer… living the rock and roll lifestyle and then turning things around… his cool Gretsch guitars, yoga, veganism, more. VERY cool conversation:

Buzz Campbell is the founder of popular rockabilly band Hot Rod Lincoln. He has also been a sideman with Shanana... and Lee Rocker’s guitarist since 2004 - he was the person who encouraged Lee to do his storytelling theatrical show

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Chapters 

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:42 Switching from Drums to Guitar

05:32 Discovering Songwriting

09:11 Taking a Drum Lesson from Bernard Purdie

13:17 Relationship with Father and Attention

16:14 Meeting Steve Gadd

21:47 Reconnecting with Father and Career Opportunities 

25:06 Cutting Ties with Family

29:45 Choosing Paula Abdul over Chaka Khan

38:31 Unexpected Encounters

39:30 Life in Vermont

41:21 Meeting Reb Beach

44:15 Memories with Maria Dylan (Bob’s Daughter)

44:36 Taking a Chance on Paul Abdul

48:54 Choosing Paula Abdul over Chaka Khan

50:44 Believing in Yourself

53:36 Dealing with Contracts and Lawyers

58:39 Life After 'Forever Your Girl'

01:07:08 Moving Up in the Music Industry

01:12:07 The Financial Impact

01:13:36 Staying Sober Through Success

01:15:36 Star Search and Sobriety

01:25:16 Touring with Rod Stewart

01:44:19 1982 and Prisoners of Rock

02:34:47 The Importance of Sensitivity in Music and Creativity

02:35:58 Favorite Song: 'Time Machine'

02:37:07 Top Three Desert Island Discs

02:38:27 Underrated Guitarists: Albert Collins

02:39:37 Lessons Learned from Getting Older

02:40:25 What Oliver Likes Most About Himself

02:41:17 Best Childhood Memory: Zippy the Chimp

02:43:06 Hobbies Outside of Music and Sports: Scuba Diving

02:45:45 Reconciling Negative Voices and Comparisons

02:56:26 The Softening of Oliver's Personality

In this Oliver Leiber Interview: Oliver shares his journey in the music industry and his sometimes harsh & dysfunctional relationship with his father, Jerry Lieber - of Leiber & Stoller songwriting fame. He discusses his transition from drums to guitar, discovering his songwriting abilities, and taking a drum lesson from Bernard Purdie. Oliver also reflects on meeting his musical heroes, including Steve Gadd, and the challenges of reconnecting with his father. He shares the story of turning down a collaboration with Chaka Khan to work with Paula Abdul, highlighting his desire to stand on his own and not rely on his father's connections. Other stories of unexpected encounters, his time in boarding school in Vermont, and meeting Reb Beach. He also discusses his relationship with Maria Dylan (Bob’s daughter) and the choices he made in his career

Oliver reflects on the challenges he faced in the music industry and the tremendous financial & career impact of his first gig as a producer - Paula Abdul’s LP, Forever Your Girl, which sold 50 Million copies. Throughout it all, he emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and staying sober. Cool stories about his experiences with Star Search, his journey to sobriety, and his time touring with Rod Stewart. He also discusses the importance of sensitivity in music and creativity. He shares his favorite song, 'Time Machine,' which he wrote about his divorce.

He reflects on the lessons learned from getting older and discusses what he likes most about himself. He discusses how he has reconciled negative voices and comparisons and that negative little voice in your head. Finally, Oliver talks about the softening of his personality over the years.

Sean McVay Interview: Really enthusiastic conversation about the serendipity of how Sean started playing guitar… a trip to London that changed his life, getting into audio engineering, learning to lead and collaborate, surviving an “empty room” tour and being thrilled to do it, the joy of making music, fishing, learning “We’re all the same,” and where his great work ethic came from. Super cool!

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Sean McVay is the guitarist and founder of King Buffalo, an awesome psychedelic hard rock band that’s released 2 LPs & 2 EPs in just 6 years, and is about to release another EP

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:34 Process for Interviews

01:28 Pre-Interview Conversation

02:27 Researching the Guest

03:25 Listening to the Guest's Catalog

03:55 Online Research

05:23 Selecting Questions

06:19 Reading for Inspiration

07:46 Art and Science of Questioning

08:47 Building Connection and Maximizing Engagement

09:45 Customized Questions

10:15 Example of Question Selection

11:13 Conclusion and Well Wishes

Summary

In this episode, Craig Garber answers questions about his process for conducting interviews on his show, Everyone Loves Guitar. He explains the extensive preparation he does before each interview, including pre-meeting conversations with guests, listening to their music, and conducting online research. Craig emphasizes the importance of connecting with guests and asking questions that they are passionate about. He also discusses the art and science of question selection, highlighting the need for interesting and engaging questions. The episode concludes with well wishes for the New Year.

Takeaways

Preparing for interviews takes an average of eight hours, including pre-meeting conversations, listening to the guest's music, and conducting online research.

Craig focuses on building a connection with guests and making them feel comfortable during the interview.

He customizes questions based on the guest's interests and current projects.

Question selection is a combination of art and science, with Craig constantly reviewing and updating his list of questions.

Mark Hill Interview: Mark shares a moving story about moving to & getting his first gig in Nashville... playing with Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Kenny Loggins, Keith Urban… dealing with family tragedy and loss, and what he found inside that helped him heal… learning to be in the present, the value of not creating enemies, couple of really cool stories about how he acquired some of his basses, quieting your mind, living below your means, some really valuable life lessons and more

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Mark Hill is a Nashville first-call session player who started playing at age 5 in his family’s rural Illinois gospel band. He works on over 600 sessions annually and has recorded or toured with The Civil Wars, Kelly Clarkson, Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, Steven Curtis Chapman, Martina McBride, Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Richard Marx, Hank Jr, Kenny Loggins, Luke Bryan, Charlie Peacock and loads of others

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On this EG Kight Interview: “Suger, why don’t we get us some goats and make some money?” EG was playing country gigs as a child when a mysterious waitress strongly suggested she listen to Koko Taylor. That moment literally changed her life and started her career as a blues artist. The strong influence and role her family had in her personal and professional life… the healing power of the blues… her TRIUMPH of beating death - Twice! Her faith and her sense of humoR, her favorite guitars to play, GREAT “WORST GIG EVER” STORY, her special relationship with nature… HUGE sacrifice she made for her career, coaching Burgess Meredith to sing & her own movie role, unconditional love, photography, goats, why you really need to enjoy each day, kindness, why you CAN get through this, and much more. A lovely, kind, smart artist full of sunshine

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EG Kight is a singer, songwriter, guitarist & blues artist originally from, and still living in Dublin, GA... on land that’s been in her family for 4 generations. EG's toured the world, had a number of her songs covered by other artists, and has licensed her songs on TV & Movies. Before getting into blues, EG was a country artist who performed regularly on the popular TV show Nashville Now. She’s also the author of a children’s book, “Things I’ve Learned From a Goat,” based on her own experience raising & caring for goats. EG has released 10 Studio LPs since 1997, including her most recent album, Sticks & Strings, which debuted in the Billboard Top 10

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Jay Blakesberg Interview: LOADS of cool stories: Working with Santana, Jerry Garcia, Joe Satriani, John Lee Hooker, Metallica, Derek Trucks, Levon Helm, Warren Haynes, Duane Betts, Soundgarden, DJ Shadow, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Grateful Dead, John Mayer… becoming a Deadhead and traveling the country selling LSD - and eventually getting arrested & spending 8 months in jail… lessons learned from doing time and how this changed his life for the (much) better, going with the flow and more. REALLY cool guy, very interesting 

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Over 300 assignments for Rolling Stone, hundreds of album package credits, hundreds of magazine assignments, not to mention corporate gigs and countless music festival producer and director credits… this is what’s made Jay Blakesberg an in-demand rock photographer for the last 40+ years

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Mike Portnoy Interview: Mike talks about playing with Dream Theater, Sons of Apollo, Winery Dogs, Neal Morse, Steve Morse… his top 3 musical experiences, growing up in Long Island, lessons learned in the music business, sobriety, list making, regrets, dislocating his wrist on stage while playing, becoming more adaptable, and more - 100% REAL

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Mike Portnoy is one of the founding members of Dream Theater, a band he played with for 25 years and 10 Million record sales. His current projects include Sons of Apollo (Ron Thal), Winery Dogs (Billy Sheehan, Richie Kotzen), Transatlantic & Neal Morse projects, Flying Colors (Steve Morse), Metal Allegiance (Alex Skolnick) & he’s also played with Twisted Sister, Avenged Sevenfold, Stone Sour and many other bands and projects

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On this Craig Garber Interview: I answer the question, “How did you get started with this podcast and what was your driving force to pursue it?” I discuss my professional background, which is as FAR from music as possible… Ultimately, how the show came from one of the lowest points in my life… how, starting from scratch I grew the show into the largest musicians & artists talk show and top 1% of all podcasts… what keeps me motivated to continue doing the show, Top 3 Reasons why this show works… how trusting the universe and seeking emotional & professional alignment FORCED me to start this show… lessons learned along the way and the biggest benefit of Everyone Loves Guitar for myself and most listeners…

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Craig Garber started Everyone Loves Guitar knowing literally NO ONE in the music business, and with no background in the industry at all. Today, as the show is closing in on 1,000 episodes & 6 years later… it’s the largest musicians & artists interview talk show and in the top 1% off all podcasts

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On this Joanne Shaw Taylor Interview: How she started gigging at 14, learning to write songs on her own, how music helped heal emotional wounds, losing her mum to breast cancer, dealing with financial low points in her career, her worst gig ever, the naivete of her youth… her main guitars and how she got them… why she doesn’t listen to new blues OR guitar music, cooking, reading & the outdoors, why your gigs are never as good or as bad as you think, how she stopped giving a f-ck, Hank, and why it’s best if “You do you.” LOVELY conversation with a first-class professional who’s also a lot of fun

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Originally from England, Joanne Shaw Taylor’s a blues guitarist. Joanne’s been playing live since she was a teenager and currently lives in Nashville. She won Best Female Vocalist at the British Blues Awards, twice, as well as Songwriter of the Year. Joanne released 11 albums including her latest, Nobody’s Fool which features Dave Stewart, Joe Bonamassa & Carmen Vandenberg who we had on here on the show a while ago. Joanne’s currently touring the states, so check her out when she’s nearby. 

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LOADS of fun on this Adam Wakeman (Rick’s son) Interview: cool stories about working with Ozzy, Black Sabbath, Annie Lennox, Travis, Atomic Kitten, Headspace… the brilliant genesis of Jazz Sabbath, dark days during the Pandemic, getting into music licensing and starting ThePerfectMusicLibrary.com, 6 ways to get your music accepted by music libraries, running as a catharsis, happiest moments of his life, most important lesson his dad Rick Wakeman taught him, parenting, valuing his time and more fun stuff. Really cool and very open convo!

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Adam Wakeman’s been the keyboardist and rhythm guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath band since 2003. He’s a founding member of the prog rock band Headspace & the jazz rock band Jazz Sabbath. He also plays keyboards and guitar for Black Sabbath and has toured or recorded with Annie Lennox, Travis, the Company of Snakes, Strawbs, Will Young, Victoria Beckham, Atomic Kitten, and Martin Barre (Jethro Tull).

Adam owns a production music library, called The Perfect Music Library, which creates and licenses music for film, television & other media. The company has placed music across most major TV networks in the UK, including the BBC, ITV and Sky.

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On this James Harrah Interview: James talks about growing up in a conservative home with 7 siblings, working with Rickie Lee Jones, Madonna, Herbie Hancock, Bruce Willis… learning to be more emotionally engaged, personal growth and self-development, getting his session career started, owning your own stuff, married life and more. GREAT call with warm vibes:

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A first-call LA Session player for close to 40 years, James has played on records with Herbie Hancock, Melissa Etheridge, Andrae Crouch, Al Jarreau, Leonard Cohen, Jewel, John Prine, Kenny Loggins, Wilson Phillios, Yellowjackets, Keb’ ‘Mo and more… toured around the world with Rickie Lee Jones and Madonna… and has licensed his music to major films and TV shows

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On this Joe Keithley (Joey “Shithead”) Interview: How Joe went from playing Pete Seeger & Woody Guthrie folk songs to cranking out fast-paced hardcore… Story behind his first Greenpeace march, the hostility of most clubs early on in D.O.A.’s career, booking a European tour by snail mail (100% true!), breaking wide open in San Francisco, Rock Against Racism, how hardcore has changed, playing with Pete Seeger, standing up for human rights and getting acknowledged for it, politically… his persistence and determination to get elected to political office, not letting defeat after defeat hold him back… his greatest political accomplishments (VERY COOL), the origins of his work ethic, his favorite guitars, top 3 Desert Island Discs (you’ll NEVER guess!), best lessons he’s learned from getting older, toughest decisions he’s had to make, and why in the end… he’s a pretty lucky guy!  GREAT hang, super cool conversation with a really interesting and intelligent guy, who happens to be a musical legend!

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Joe Keithley is the leader, lead guitarist, and vocalist of Canada's legendary political punk band D.O.A. D.O.A is often referred to as one of the "founders" of hardcore punk, along with bands like Black Flag, Dead Kennedys, Bad Brains and a few others. Over the last 40 years, D.O.A. has released 16 LPs, sold a million records and played over 4,000 shows on five different continents. Joe is also a solo artist and his latest LP, just released, is called Stand

Joe’s been an activist since he was 16 years old. He’s stood up for causes like police brutality, sexism, warmongering, racism, the environment, first nations, unions and many other causes, by organizing and playing at well over 300 benefit concerts. Joe’s also authored two books, “I Shithead, A Life in Punk” and “Talk - Action = 0”

In 2018, Joe was elected the city councillor in Burnaby, Canada which is just outside of Vancouver, and was re-elected in October 2022. Joe is also a member of the Canadian Independent Music Hall of Fame & he the owner of Sudden Death Records (SuddenDeath.com)

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Simon Phillips Interview: One of my favorites! Simon opens up about his London session career (which started at age 16!), what he learned, how it shaped his career as a musician & as a drummer… losing his home in the California fires... working with Mike Oldfield, Bob Clearmountain, John Paul Jones, Jeff Beck, Tony Hymas, Roger Glover, Gary Moore, David Gilmour, Phil Manzanera, Bob Dylan, Jack Bruce, The Who, Chrissy Hynde… dealing with dark times, moving here from England, being an optimist, Tony Roma’s, bangers & mash, and LOADS more VERY exciting things. What a guy!

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Simon Phillips’ career began at age 12, playing with his dad’s band. By 16, he was on his way to becoming THE first-call session drummer in London and since then, besides being a member of Toto for 22 years, he’s played with top artists like: Jeff Beck, Mick Jagger, The Who, Peter Gabriel, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Judas Priest, Michael Shenker, Al DiMeola, Pete Townshend, Stanley Clarke, Gary Moore, Frank Zappa, Bernie Marsden, Phil Manzanera, Mike Rutherford, Carlos Santana and many more

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On this Eric Krasno Interview: How Eric got into the music business, working with Tedeschi Trucks Band, Questlove, Robert Randolph, Marcus King, 50 Cent… opening for The Rolling Stones (and reuniting his parents at the show), the story behind his new concept LP, Telescope… how he handled a low point in his career and the big jump in his career that came from this, investing in yourself (great lessons for other musicians), favorite guitars, moving to Cali, laughing, Hot Tuna and LOADS more really cool stuff. Eric opened up quite a bit and this was a fun convo, all around

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Eric Krasno is a 2-time Grammy winner for his work as a songwriter and guitarist with Tedeschi Trucks & Derek Trucks Band, and the founder of Soulive, Lettuce, and loads of other projects. He’s toured, played, produced or written with people like Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, John Scofield, Robert Randolph, Marcus King, Phil Lesh, Grateful Dead, Aaron Neville, 50 Cent, Christian McBride and loads of others

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On this Jim McGorman Interview: One of the most insightful and open “behind the scenes” information regarding modern musicianship, and why programs like The Voice can’t “really” find new artists. A MUST for any working musician to listen to. Great stories about Jim working with the Goo Goo Dolls, David Lee Roth (you won’t BELIEVE what DLR did to him!), Cher (who was incredibly kind to Jim), Skahira, Avril Lavigne and Michelle Branch. How he learned to be a good Music Director, and his philosophy about working as a successful producer. Business low points, being a father, BEST decision he ever made, and the thing that’s giving him the most joy in his life right now

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Jim McGorman is a multi-instrumentalist touring and session player, and a popular producer out of LA. He’s worked with some of the biggest names in the music business for the past 25 years, and has been the MD for for Ariana Grande, Gwen Stefani, Avril Lavigne, Weezer, Paul Stanley (from KISS), Michelle Branch and Cassadee Pope (winner of The Voice). In the studio, Jim’s written and recorded with: Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne, Shakira, Goo Goo Dolls, Poison, Michelle Branch, Aaron Neville, David Lee Roth, and many others. He’s played on hundreds of TV shows and was part of the House Band on The Voice and the hit CBS TV shows Rock Star.

In 2018, Jim joined the multi-platinum selling Goo Goo Dolls, and has played guitar and keyboards with Gwen Stefani, since 2015. During Covid, Jim produced over 70 songs for independent artists. 

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On this Jeff Rona interview: Jeff gets in-depth and personal, sharing his journey to the top, and it definitely wasn’t easy. Getting turned on to soundtracks and the career and musical doors this opened… how he got session work and ultimately ghostwriting for movies. Starting and growing his Music Library, Liquid Cinema… Types of music that get licensed most… when you’re most “qualified” to do pretty much anything… Cool stories about working with Hans Zimmer, Barry Levinson, Maurice White, Don Ellis (very cool!), Jon Hassell, Brian Eno, and others… How he markets his production company, KEY things you need to know about working with and forming healthy and productive relationships with producers, directors, and music supervisors… Questions to ask that help you determine how to write your scores. A terrible tragedy his parents dealt with, low points in his life and how he dealt with them. AWESOME convo, super sincere, tons of insight into the licensing business!

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JEFF RONA owns one of the biggest music production companies (music libraries) in America, Liquid Cinema. He’s also an an award-winning music composer for film, TV, and video games, as well as a recording artist and producer. He was initially an in-demand studio musician, arranger, sound designer, synthesist, and music programmer working in Los Angeles and New York. After working with legendary record producers such as Maurice White, David Foster, Albhy Galuten, Malcolm Cecil and others, he collaborated on film music with Philip Glass, Mark Isham, Lisa Gerrard & Basil Poledouris. He’s had longstanding relationships with composers Hans Zimmer & Cliff Martinez.

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Jeff’s scored dozens of film and TV projects with filmmakers including Ridley Scott, Steven Spielberg, Wong Kar-wai, Robert Altman, Steven Soderbergh, Mark Pellington, Stephen Hopkins, Jonathan Demme, Frank Darabont, and many others.

Movie soundtracks Jeff’s scored or contributed to, include Black Hawk Down, Mission Impossible 2, Generation Iron 1 & 2, Traffic, The Lion King, The Thin Red Line, Prince of Egypt, The Net (Sandra Bullock), Sea of Life (Documentary), Shelter Island, Toys (Robin Williams), The Fan and literally dozens of other major motion pictures

Jeff’s written music for video games: God of War 3, Far Cry 4, Marvel vs Capcom Infinite, Transformers, Resident Evil 2, Crossfire, Devil May Cry 5 & Bright Memory: Infinite

He’s toured with Brian Eno, Lisa Gerrard (solo) and Dead Can Dance, and composed music for the 2008 Beijing Olympic games. His music appears in numerous Oscar, Peabody, BAFTA and Emmy award-winning projects, as well as countless film festival honors. He is a three-time recipient of the ASCAP Film and Television Music Award

On this Dom Martin Interview: Learning guitar the hard way, and never giving up. Overcoming drug addiction, alcohol and a chaotic upbringing. Going from living on the streets in Belfast to creating a new, healthy, sober life for himself… Interesting backstories to some of his coolest songs… dealing with a major breakup…  literally “leaving town” and his old life completely behind him… Top 3 guitars in his stable… Staying with his father when his health deteriorated and he passed… Overcoming everything that tried to overcome him… Why you should always “Be yourself and never try to impress”... And a GREAT life lesson about asking yourself, “What would your future self think of this?, and much more. AWESOME & candid conversation with this very cool, talented and humble artist

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Hailing from Belfast, Ireland... Dom Martin is, in my opinion THE hottest blues artist I’ve heard in MANY years, and if he can get a few breaks, he’s going to the the next big thing in blues. And I haven’t said this about any artist I’ve had on this show, of the 920 something guests I’ve had.    His songwriting is original, and he knows how to make you feel something whether he’s playing electric, acoustic, or slide guitar. Since 2019, Dom’s released a live album and 3 Studio LPs, including his latest album which just came out, called Buried in the Hail. I’ve listened to Dom’s catalog MANY times in the 2 months or so I’ve been familiar with him. He’s got me through MANY workouts, car rides, and walks. 

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On this Terry Haggerty Interview: Original lead guitarist and co-founder of the Sons of Champlin, Terry is legendary for his blues and jazz guitar playing in Northern California

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Great stories about growing up with parents in the entertainment business, playing with and then leaving the Sons, dealing with chronic epilepsy for over 40 years and the incredibly positive and unique way he looked at his situation, becoming a marijuana genetic seed expert, Wavy Gravy, Owlsley, the shady side of weed, the power of love, selling wine to Kim Jong-il, LOTS of cool stories here!

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On this John Baizley interview: John’s personality split between joyful and exuberant, and darkness… His unique approach to split guitar parts and arranging music, an unusual experience putting together the entire music and art acts for the Roadburn Festival, critical thinking, his amazing commitment to excellence and work ethic, dealing with the fallout of his 2012 bus accident in England, dealing with the loss of his friends, Top 3 Desert Island Discs!, the blessing and the curse of not letting go of something he wants to do… parallel parking, not giving up, finally understanding wisdom and how to apply it, and believing in yourself with humility, trust, and respect. LOADS of great shares from this lovely and sincere artist

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On this Mike Gantzer Interview: Mike Gantzer is the founder, singer, and one of the guitarists in Aqueous. The band’s released 8 studio & several LPs & toured and headlined nationally. DEEP convo here, Mike talks about some serious trauma he had to deal with as a kid, and how it impacted him… relentless touring and lessons learned (both musical and business), getting into production, trusting your gut, empathy, OCD, slowing down… and loads more cool stuff. Mike is a survivor with tons of talent, ongoing success and a bright future to look forward to:

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Shannon Forrest Interview: Seriously deep and FUN conversation: Feeling constricted and moving from session playing to touring… stories about playing with Michael McDonald, Donald Fagen, Boz Scaggs, Michael Landau, Jerry Douglas… some low points in life he had to overcome, re-writing your own story, not being afraid to try things, what he misses most, and loads more. REALLY cool guy, fun conversation equal measure of laughs and depth

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Shannon Forrest is a first-call Nashville session drummer for over 30 years, and was a member of Toto for the last 4 years. He has played or toured with Boz Scaggs, Michael McDonald, Donald Fagen, Michael Landau, Ricky Skaggs, Sheryl Crow, Jerry Douglas, Darius Rucker, John Oates, Don Henley and loads of others. 

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On this Jim Oblon interview:  His unique picking style and how he developed it… “fake shredding,” his unique guitar invention, The Monochord… stories about playing with Jim Keltner and “Keltner’s Matic,” stress levels of working as an artist vs working as a side man… voodoo rhythm, why “There’s a price attached to trying to better yourself, and there’s a price attached to NOT doing this, as well…” doing the right thing and why “Sometimes, you have to walk away.” Lovely and genuine, as always…

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Jim Oblon was born into a musical family in Connecticut, and he started playing professionally at age 12. Jim’s a very rare breed because he’s a phenomenal guitarist, and he’s equally adept at drums. He’s played on 5 Paul Simon LPs and did multiple world tours with Paul Simon... playing guitar, bass and drums on Paul Simon's 2011 album "So Beautiful Or So What,” which was produced by Phil Ramone. Also worked for Phil Ramone as a studio musician (outside of Paul Simon). Other sideman gigs include most recently touring and performing on Lucinda Williams’ latest LP, playing on Andrea Zonn's recording "Rise" along with Steve Gadd, Willie Weeks, Vince Gill... as well as records with artists Rodney Crowell, Swamp Dogg, Janis Ian and others.

Jim has a new album out called I Want to Be Loved, it’s an album of cool Jimmy Reed blues covers - this a duo record with Jim Keltner playing drums and Jim playing everything else. I’m excited to let you know Jim Oblon is also the guy who wrote, played and produced the opening and closing bumper music for the audio version of the Everyone Loves Guitar Talk Show & Podcast.

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Mike Miller Interview: Mike Miller is one of the most melody-oriented players around. GREAT stories about working with Boz Scaggs, Chick Corea, Quincy Jones, Burton Cummings, Tommy Bolin, Tim Bogert, more… getting sober and re-learning to enjoy life… timing vs. melody, zip-lining, preparation, practicing everything you can think of, and more. One of THE coolest and most grateful guys around, a gem, and a must listen

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A first-call LA session player, Mike is currently touring with Boz Scaggs, and over his career, has performed or recorded with Chick Corea, George Duke, Brand X, The Yellowjackets, Gino Vanelli, Burton Cummings, Brian Wilson, loads of Zappa tribute bands, Chad Wackerman, Vinnie Coliauta, Steve Gadd, Simon Phillips, Bill Frisell, Larry Coryell, Airto, Stanley Clarke, Tommy Bolin and many others

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On this Grecco Buratto Interview: VERY deep call, Grecco talks about his unconventional childhood growing up in Brazil and his passion for guitar, that shepherded him to America, Setting your intention (IMPORTANT), why “If you make yourself available, work will show up,” Kundalini yoga, Cape Verde & LOADS more really cool, interesting topics.

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Grecco Buratto is a successful LA session player who’s recorded & toured with artists like Sergio Mendes, Airto Moreira & Flora Purim, Anastacia, Enrique Iglesias, kd lang, Mandy Moore, Shakira, Gwen Stefani, Luis Fonsi, Boys II Men, P!nk, Backstreet Boys, Marc Anthony, and loads of others.

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On this Matteo Mancuso interview: Why he isn’t a “social media sensation” and his #1 goal that REALLY drives him… Backstory to some of the best tracks off his new album, The Journey… Lessons learned from recording his first LP, why Playing Live is “More about feeling than execution,” and the interesting way he came to this conclusion, a low point in his life and his guitar playing - and why this happened… The most difficult part of his technique, that he’s worked on improving the most… the ONE THING that’s happened to him that’s allowed him to become the person he is today, his capacity to stay calm in all sorts of situations… his tremendous sense of gratitude and not taking anything for granted, and who told him why “He’ll do best in life if he’s doing the thing he likes the most.” GREAT conversation, with a super cool and incredibly professional young man - we’ll be hearing a LOT more from Matteo over the next several years!

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Only 26 years old, Matteo is an incredibly proficient guitarist who grew up in Palermo, which is the capital of the Island of Sicily, which is of course, part of Italy. His father was a successful session player as well as a big influence on Matteo. Matteo’s playing is pretty amazing, and his playing technique is incredibly unique, and we’ll talk about these things today. Matteo graduated from the Palermo Conservatory of Music with honors, in jazz guitar, and has played loads of jazz festivals including the Umbria, Bremen International, Eddie Lang, Lugano, Uppsala, New Ross Guitar, and Spoleto Jazz Festivals - and this is all only in the last couple of years. He just released a new LP called The Journey, and it’s fantastic.

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On this Brent Fitz Interview: Brent talks about becoming proficient as a multi-instrumentalist, getting the gig with Slash, Alice Cooper, Lemmy, Gene Simmons, Mato Nanji… his top 3 musical experiences, career sacrifices he’s made, reinventing himself, moving from Canada to LA, adaptability, Mumbai, Tel-Aviv, impressing others, more

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Brent Fitz is most well-known for being the current drummer in Slash’s band, Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators - and in the Canadian supergroup, Toque. He’s also played drums, piano and bass with Mato Nanji, Brad Whitford & Derek St. Holmes, Bruce Kulick, Ronnie Montrose, Ace Frehley, Gene Simmons, Lemmy, Jake E. Lee, Jason Hook, Gilby Clarke, Vince Neil, and others

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On this Tony Phillips Interview: Tony talks about growing up in working class East London without indoor toilets and later on, moving to LA to work with Joni Mitchell. Working w/ David Gilmour, Pete Townshend, Gary Moore, Robin Trower, The Damned & Captain Sensible (Great Story), Jeff Beck, Malcolm McLaren, Van Morrison, Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe & others… beating cancer, failing his way to success, shepherd’s pie, Mexican food, and being a dad. REALLY cool call with a genuine guy:

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London born Tony Phillips was originally the lead vocalist, singer and songwriter for A&M recording artist Horizontal Brian. But fate intervened and he wound up getting involved in mixing, and what a career he’s had. Recording Nik Kershaw… becoming the house engineer at Pete Townshend’s Eel Pie studios, working with The Clash, Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, A-ha, Naked Eye… then as a freelance mix engineer working with Trevor Horn and acts like Seal, Pet Shop Boys, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, David Baerwald, Celine Dion, and a number of Tier 1 movies and TV soundtracks 

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On this George Harris interview: Dealing with a scary recent illness… the story behind how George began composing songs, and how writing lyrics helped him grow, emotionally… The stress of changing band members, backstory to some of George’s songs with quite emotional lyrics and their meaning… the difference in audiences all over the world, and how this affects performers… his 3 top musical experiences, the MOST IMPORTANT ADVICE his dad (Steve Harris, Iron Maiden’s bass player) gave him, getting past low points in his career and life, most embarrassing thing that’s happened to him in the studio… #1 thing that’s bringing him the most joy, and more. Super cool and fun conversation! 

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George is one of the founding members of The Raven Age, a very tight, heavy metal band from London that’s released 3 full-length LPs and an EP, since 2017. He’s the primary composer and one of the two guitarists, and he’s incredibly prolific when it comes to writing. The band’s played over 400 shows internationally across 38 countries including main stage at Download Festival, Rock in Rio, Wacken, Hellfest and more, as well as touring with Killswitch Engage, Volbeat, Shinedown, Alter Bridge and Iron Maiden. Their latest LP is called Blood Omen. George is a hell of a guitarist, and he’s actually the son of Steve Harris from Iron Maiden.

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On this Joe Pisapia Interview: Joe talks about the difficulty of having to leave a couple of situations - one musical, and one family. Working w/ kd lang and Ben Folds Five, getting seriously sick on the road, a very scary message from the Universe that almost cost Joe his career, moving to Nashville from New Jersey, getting married, work ethic, learning to cut yourself some slack, and why everything is an experiment. REALLY cool guy, very warm convo:

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Joe Pisapia is a multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter/producer best known for his work as a member of Gustar & k.d. lang and the Siss Boom Bang. Joe’s also produced dozens of Indie and Americana LPs, and has released 2 solo LPs

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On this Carl Burnett Interview: Mentoring lessons learned from Bill Withers & Branford Marsalis, highs and lows of working in the music biz, KEEPING TIME, marriage, martial arts, popcorn, comic books, Star Trek, being a better communicator, loads of cool stuff

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Carl Burnett’s first professional gig was touring with Bill Withers. He produced Larry Carlton & toured or played with Branford Marsalis’ “Buckshot LeFonque,” Larry Graham, Robben Ford, Milli Vanilli, David Sanborn.

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On this Sei Nakauchi Pelletier interview: The musical influence of his parents on his career, and dealing with the loss of his father at age 13… How the success of the band was predicated on not looking into the future so much, and letting things come organically… How the band worked diligently to create a harmonious way of arranging music for 7 different players and 7 different instruments… a Super Cool story about how their song “Barbara” came together and the backstory to some of their other melodic and cinematic tracks. His top 3 musical experiences and his worst gig ever! Why he’s a simple guy and what he loves about this… Why NOT looking into the future “just made sense,” and why Staying Curious & Open Solves a LOT of Problems. Fantastic conversation with an incredibly talented composer and musician and a genuine, 100% real human being

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Sei is the founding member, bandleader and lead guitarist of the Japanese / Canadian band, Teke Teke. He is also the primary songwriter along with lead singer Maya Kuroki... and when he’s not making music, he works as a film and television composer. Musically, the band dips their toes in psychedelic rock, prog, and eleki... which is a type of surf rock native to Japan, that’s fun, melodic and exciting. There are 6 other members in the band, besides Sei, including rhythm guitar, vocalist, bass, horn player, flute, and keyboards. The band released 3 EPs and 2 Studio LPs including their latest album, Hagata. Maya sings in Japanese, but even though you don’t understand the lyrics, there’s no problem feeling the vibes and emotions of the music. Fun, great band!

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On this Steve Fister Interview: Moving from Buffalo to LA at 17, 2 weeks later playing with Iron Butterfly opening for Leslie West, Grand Funk Railroad and Savoy Brown… getting the gig with Lita Ford and touring the world as her MD for 2 years, playing with Jack Casady... putting together his trio and why he continues putting out original music, bouncing back from a life-threatening illness, doing unto others, stress & more. GREAT guy, very open conversation:

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On this Amy Ray Interview: Amy talks about writing for her own solo project vs. writing for Indigo Girls… relationships and working through differences… racism, rednecks & reality… some dark points in her life and how she got through them… depression, anxiety, death, and childbirth… As a member of the Indigo Girls and as a solo artist, Amy’s had multiple successful careers. She also runs a record label, is a mom, and has her hands very full

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On this Andy Summers interview: Mistakes he made along the way, best decision he ever made, playing to an audience of ZERO and how this was a Daunting Experience… how growing up in rural English countryside impacted his life and his passion for music, how Eric Clapton bought his first Les Paul from Andy, having multiple #1 Songs but waiting at least TWO YEARS to get paid by the record company, a critical “very British” pep talk from Sir George Martin, The Trouble in Guitars… the origins of Andy’s effects pedals and how he got good at rhythm guitar, his top 3 guitars (of his collection of 200!), foreign films, why you should “never lose site of the target,” being a good person. Awesome, fun conversation

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As a member of The Police, Andy Summers was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003. He’s also recorded solo albums, collaborated with other musicians, composed film scores, produced LPs, authored books and short stories, and he’s also exhibited his photography in galleries world-wide. Some fun facts about Andy: He’s released 14 solo LPs... recorded 2 LPs with Robert Fripp, who he’s known since they were kids in the UK... he’s scored major motion picture soundtracks including Weekend at Bernie’s & Down & Out in Beverly Hills... played lead guitar on an Eric Burdon & The Animals LP called Love Is... early in his career, he played with Zoot Money’s Big Roll Band, which was a bluesy psychedelic band - and that band then turned into Dantalian’s Chariot, another psychedelic band. And most of my questions originated from stories I read in Andy’s well-written biography, One Train Later. There’s also a film adaptation of the book, called Can’t Stand Losing You: Surviving The Police. Andy’s sold over 75 million records, world-wide.

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On this Kari Kimmel interview: bouncing back after getting dropped by TWO labels and one publishing contract… the determination that carried her from potentially nowhere, to incredible success. How she handles rejection (and yes, she still gets tracks turned down more often than you might think), and her secret ingredient to pressing on. Her primary talents & attitude that allows her to succeed. BIGGEST MISTAKE composers make when approaching music supervisors & shen making track submissions! Cool stories about working with Ringo Starr, Al Pacino… why you need to respect everybody & LOADS more cool stuff. AWESOME information if you want to get into licensing:

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Kari Kimmel is an Independent Artist, Songwriter & Producer who’s had incredible success licensing her music in over 1,000 films, television shows, trailers, video games & commercials. Films include Blockers, World War Z, Southpaw, and The Duff... TV shows Big Sky, New Girl, Charmed, America’s Funniest Home Videos, and Lucifer... trailers for Cobra Kai, Fortitude, Dirty John and The Walking Dead.

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She has written an astounding 25 theme songs, most notably “Where You Belong” for The Fosters, as well as She-Ra, Spirit Riding Free and Rhyme Time Town. Her songs have been recorded by major artists such as The Backstreet Boys, Kesha, Joe Jonas, Demi Lovato, and Gloria Gaynor. She’s sang BGV with Ringo Starr, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Stevie Wonder, John Mayer, Willie Nelson, Pharrell & others.

In 2014, Kari founded Glow Music Group, a music licensing company that represents performers. Recent Glow placements include Gatorade, Coke, Michael Kors, Seal Team, Riverdale, All American, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Grey’s Anatomy. Glow represents over 400 bands from all genres & time periods.

On this Craig Ross Interview: Craig talks about getting the gig with Lenny Kravitz, playing in front of Jimmy Page, Buddy Guy & Jeff Beck… playing with Eric Clapton, BB King & Aretha Franklin, divorce, his cool vintage guitars, favorite amp (and what happened to it), most important game of pool he ever played, most difficult thing he’s ever had to do. GREAT player, incredibly humble

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Craig Ross was signed to MCA at 18, and opened for Stevie Ray Vaughan & INXS. In 1991, Lenny Kravitz hired him to play guitar and over the last 30 years, Craig has toured and recorded on every LK album since. Craig’s also co-written & played all the guitars on Are You Gonna Go My Way, as well as several other LK hits

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On this Randy Flowers interview: Loads of cool Keith Urban stories, Getting Sober and how it’s changed his life, how he was able to maintain a 20-year relationship with Meat Loaf, learning 5 songs overnight and nailing the audition for Wynonna Judd… surviving a near-disaster flight landing, working with Rob Cavallo, Kevin Shirley & Desmond Child, why comparing yourself to others serves no one, and loads more. VERY cool convo, relaxed and peaceful vibes, awesome!

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Randy’s best known for his almost 20 year relationship with Meat Loaf as both his co-lead studio and touring guitarist. He’s also played with Bread, Lorrie Morgan, Wynonna Judd, Adam Lambert and Beth Hart, who was a guest here on Everyone Loves Guitar not too long ago. Currently, Randy focuses on session work in Nashville. Recent projects include working on Beth Hart's upcoming album, produced by Kevin Shirley. He’s also touring with Celebrating Meat Loaf, featuring members of Meat Loaf's touring band and American Idol winner Caleb Johnson

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Great stories here of seeing Jeff Beck (Truth era), 10 Years After, Delaney & Bonnie (w/ Eric Clapton), Billy Preston in concert at the Fillmore West… playing with BB King at 14… going from sleeping in his car to working with top artists like David Foster, Smokey Robinson, Boz Scaggs, Rita Coolidge… co-writing a Chicago hit, some dark days for him during the 80’s, discipline, kindness, 3rd time’s a charm, and more:

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Carmen played with Tower of Power for 10 years, and is currently with The Max Weinberg Band and Sons of Champlin. He’s also a GRAMMY voting member. 

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On this Gregg Bissonette Interview: Gregg Bissonette’s played with David Lee Roth, Ringo Starr, Steve Lukather, Don Henley, Carlos Santana, Jeff Lynne & ELO, Steve Vai, Ty Tabor, Andy Summers, Paul Gilbert, Joe Satriani, Frank Gambale, Steve Stevens, Gary Hoey, Ritchie Kotzen, Andy Summers, Brian Setzer, Tab Benoit, Larry Carlton, loads of others. Also on MANY TV and movie soundtracks

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Stories about playing with Ringo Starr, DLR, Santana, Lyle Workman… his 3 top musical experiences, a gig that was initially out of his comfort zone, favorite thing in the world to do, procrastination, work ethic, an unusual side hustle he had to do when he moved to LA, learning when to hold back and much more. AMAZINGLY cool guy!

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On this Kavus Torabi interview: Why where there is choice, there is misery and where there is clarity, there is no choice. Kavus’ insatiable obsession with and respect for music, and how this has guided him. Cool stories about being influenced by Stray Cats, Iron Maiden. Voivod, Gong and Cardiacs… Top 3 Musical Experiences, going mental during Covid… How he once literally emptied a festival, humility, his cool hobbies, and why… once you can fake sincerity, you’ve got it made. Awesome convo, open and honest with a lovely guy. Great vibes on this one!

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Kavus is a multi-instrumentalist who was a member of the popular progressive group Cardiacs, and is currently the lead guitarist and frontman for the current lineup of the legendary psychedelic band Gong, as well as his own projects including Knifeworld, and the Utopia Strong. Kavus frequently collaborates with other artists in the prog and avant-garde genres, and he is co-author of the book Medical Grade Music, along with Steve Davis, a well-known British Snooker player, DJ, and Kavus’ band mate in the Utopia Strong. This is a fun, and incredibly well-written autobiography of both men. In general, if you like unconventional psychedelic rock and avant-garde music, Kavus is your man - go out and listen to everything he’s involved with. He also has a solo LP out called Hip To The Jag, which is an awesome record. And if you want to hear a couple of cool tracks on there, check out the songs You Broke My Fall, and Radio to Their World - where his vocals actually sound like Syd Barrett!

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On this Tom Britt Interview: Stick around till the end of this to see Tom’s “Emmy-winning performance” - a first and only on this show! Tom talks about getting cancer (twice) and his recovery... moving to Nashville and the focus which helped him succeed… lessons learned from Leon Russell & Vince Gill, taking Sonny Landreth’s place, being a maverick, playing with Vince Gill & Sting, his latest record, Elevator Man, helping underprivileged kids in his neighborhood, why “third time was NOT a charm” and more. TOTALLY cool guy, great convo, first guest peeing live on the air!

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Tom Britt’s been a successful studio and touring Nashville picker for over 40 years. He recorded and played with Vince Gill (18 years), Leon Russell & Patti Loveless (4 years each), Kenny Rogers & Dottie West. Along the way, he also got to play with Eric Clapton, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Sting, John Oates, Amy Grant & others.

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On this Joshua Ray Gooch Interview: One of the most focused and committed professionals I’ve met, Joshua has achieved quite a lot in a very short time. At 16, he connected with legendary producer Johnny Sandlin and became his studio “go to” guitarist (great story behind this)... playing his first professional touring gig in front of 15,000 people in Japan… his killer work ethic, the upside and downside of being tough on yourself, dealing with a long-term illness and making it work, “forcing” yourself to grow and adapt, and loads more really cool things that connect us all. Great guy with a brilliant future ahead of him:

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On this Tom Brechtlein interview: Seeing Chick Corea on TV and just knowing “I’m going to play with him some day.” GREAT stories about working with Chick, Al DiMeola, Wayne Shorter, Kenny Loggins, Joe Farrell, Robben Ford, Eric Johnson, Natalie Cole and more… Turning lemons into lemonade during the pandemic, why there’s no upside to victimizing yourself, Scientology and how it changed his life, becoming more observant, and when “being a ho” isn’t so bad. Cool convo! 

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For close to 5 decades, Tom Brechtlein’s been an in-demand session drummer who’s worked with some of the most demanding artists of this era. Artists like Chick Corea, the Manhattan Transfer, Wayne Shorter, Joe Farrell, Jean Luc Ponty, Kenny Loggins, Robbie Kreiger Christopher Cross, Eric Johnson, and a number of former guests we’ve had here on the show, including guitarists Mike Miller, Al DiMeola, David Grissom, Greg Koch, and Robben Ford - Tom was a member of Robben Ford & The Blue Line.  

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On this Dudley Taft Interview: Signed by 2 major labels as a band member earlier on, Dudley started his career playing in Seattle and had great success. Unfortunately, band and label problems caused things to not work out. Instead, Dudley picked himself up and started his own blues trio. 7 Solo LPs later, he’s successfully toured around the world and currently has the #2 Blues Rock single, “Give Me A Song”

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Great conversation about early disappointments and why they all worked out… starting his own band, the making of his most recent LP, struggles he had to deal with as a kid and how this impacted him, other low points and bouncing back, using weed for creative inspiration, becoming a pilot, having more confidence and loads more cool stuff. Really genuine guy:

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 On this Ross James Interview: Starting at the bottom, opportunities always seemed to find Ross - and he seemed to find them, as well. Playing with Warren Haynes, Nicki Bluhm, Phil Lesh, John Scofield… getting involved with youth music programs, losing his mom at a young age and what he learned from this, being present with the people you love, moving from Detroit to California, and why he’s “Gotta Serve Somebody.” Really sincere convo:

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Ross James has been a staple in the Phil Lesh / Terrapin camp since 2012. He’s shared the stage with players like Warren Haynes, Phil, Bob Weir, John Scofield, Dave Schools, Stanley Jordan, John Mayer & others

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On this Richie Faulkner interview: Surviving a near death experience and the changes he’s made as a result… Why it’s EASY to share joy on stage, the almost-missed opportunity to join Judas Priest, working with Sir Christopher Lee, his TOP 3 Musical Experiences (VERY cool!), Being able to see the good in everything, Backstories to the songs on his latest Elegant Weapons LP, Horns for a Halo… Saying “YES” in Glenn Tipton’s kitchen over a cup of tea, an interesting hobby of his…  and why OPPORTUNITIES come and go & YOU’RE EITHER READY for them… OR NOT. Lovely, relaxed guy!

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Richie’s most well-known for being one of the guitarists in Judas Priest. He replaced KK Downing after he left the band in 2011. Richie has a new project of his own, called Elegant Weapons, and the band just released their first LP called Horns for a Halo. I listened to the LP and it’s fantastic - it’s a great representation of what I’d call original British heavy metal music of the 80’s and 90’s. High energy yet melodic songs you can actually sing and hum along with. If this is your first introduction to Richie’s playing, you’re going to find him to be an intelligent and extremely creative player whose technical skills are equally matched by his sense of melody. Other things I’d encourage you to watch and listen to, to check out Richie is the track You’ve Got Another Thing Coming from the Judas Priest DVD, Epitaph - which is actually on Apple Music. Richie performs a 3 minute solo on stage all alone and it’s freaking awesome. Like, “goosebumps” awesome.

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On this John Carroll Interview: John opens up and talks about playing the national anthem at the recent American League Championship game in Houston, moving between Texas and Nashville… playing with Pat Green, Chris Cagle, Cory Morrow, David Kersh and Les Paul… getting sober, dealing with some demons, following his faith and how it’s helped him, happiest moment in his life, coming clean with himself, and loads more cool stuff:

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For 30 years John’s toured, played and recorded with some of the most successful regional, national, and international country acts. He was also one of the 2 people Redd Volkaert will allow to sub for him, at Redd’s former standing Continental Club gig.

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Bruce Soord Interview: Founder, guitarist, main songwriter and lead singer of The Pineapple Thief opens up about loads of cool stuff: Starting The Pineapple Thief & the maturing of the band over the years, mixing friends and music and what happens when it doesn’t work, top live gigs TPT has played, best decision he’s ever made, loads more cool stuff

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The Pineapple Thief is one of the most successful and well-respected prog bands in England, with 12 studio and 6 live LPs since 1999. Bruce’s second solo LP, All This Will Be Yours, has just been released, and we talk about it, in depth:

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On this Dan Mongrain interview: How music and guitar allowed Dan to deal with childhood trauma and led him to finding joy in his life. Finding the resilience to create his own opportunities for his first band, Martyr. How Voivod became part of his musical DNA, the beauty of Japan, dealing with career burnout and stress (twice!), the joy of doing new things musically, like directing an orchestra and creating string arrangements, The Shoelace Incident! Opening for Metallica in front of 100,000 people, becoming inspired to achieve better mental & physical health… foraging mushrooms and the freedom of being outdoors, mellowing and becoming more easy going, the MOST FUN thing he’s ever done… and persevering. AWESOME conversation with an intelligent, classy, sincere guy - a MUST listen!

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Dan is most well known as the guitar player of the Canadian prog-metal band Voivod. Voivod has released 15 LPs, winning back to back Juno awards for their last two records, The Wake & Synchro-Anarchy (great LPs), both for best Metal LP of the year. He’s also the co-founder, guitarist & vocalist of the prog-death metal band MARTYR, which he co-founded with his brother at age 14 (1990-2012) 

A well-respected session & touring player in Canada who’s played with over 80 bands & artists in a wide variety of genres including Blues, rock, hip-hop, classical, prog and metal, Dan’s latest cover band project is a tribute band to progressive music from the 1970s - called Jurassik Rock. Check out Dan playing covers of Deep Purple and the song Focus, on YouTube - great stuff.

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On this Steve Kimock Interview, Steve opens up about moving back and forth from PA to Northern California, playing with Jerry Garcia, Jorma Kaukonen & The Allman Brothers... personal challenges including the loss of his father, a devastating injury to his strumming hand, learning to be a better father, Ali Akbar College of Music..., and how he went from being a happy guy who’s grumpy all the time, to being "a happy guy." Really cool and honest convo:

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Steve Kimock Interview: A master of improv for over 4 decades, Steve was hanging out with the Grateful Dead, Jorma Kaukonen and other Bay area players back in the day. Since then, he’s released 9 solo LPs and was once touted by Jerry Garcia as his “favorite unknown guitar player.”

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On this Brent Mason Interview: Brent shares the story behind his move to Nashville, and the alternative misery he would face if he didn’t move... working with Chet Atkins, Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Glen Campbell, Nancy Sinatra… his favorite music to play, 5 things responsible for his success as a studio musician, strangest (and funniest) sessions he’s been on, sacrifices he made to succeed, toughest decision he’s had to make, overcoming shyness. VERY COOL convo w one of the most respected players in Nashville’s history.

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Brent is one of the most recorded guitarists in history, has played on 1,800 top ten hit singles, and has recorded with Toby Keith, Aaron Lewis, Reba McEntire, Allison Krauss, Darius Rucker, Asleep at the Wheel, Alabama, George Jones, Trace Adkins, Jamey Johnson, Martina McBride, Amy Grant, Brad Paisley, Willie Nelson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Neil Diamond, Marty Stuart and 00’s of others 

As well as being a Grammy Award winning artist he is also a 14 time winner of the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Guitarist of the Year Award, and a 2 time winner of the CMA Award Musician of the Year (being nominated every year since 1991). He has been named as one of the top ten session guitarists in the world, joining the ranks of Jimmy Page, Larry Carlton, Tommy Tedesco and Steve Cropper.  Brent has played on well over a thousand albums and continues to add to this extensive resume. In October 2019 he was inducted into the Musician’s Hall of Fame and in May 2023, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame Nashville Cats

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On this Bob Corritore interview: Years and years of honing his craft and serving the blues, releasing his first solo LP at age 46, the incredible relationships he forged with blues legends like Louisiana Red, John Primer, Jimmy Rogers, Koko Taylor and others… Being willing to try new things (production, club ownership, band leader) and how this created new music and business opportunities, quitting drinking at age 24, his Top 3 music experiences, moving in a more positive direction, the best decision he’s ever made, why he’s no longer looking to prove himself, why “He’s the best me he can be,” and loads more cool stuff. 

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Bob Corritore is one of the most active and highly regarded blues harmonica players on the scene today. He developed his style from listening to many of the original pioneers of Chicago Blues. Between his own releases and as a sideman for other artists, Bob has performed on over 100 LPs. Bob’s worked with loads of guests we’ve had here on Everyone Loves Guitar including Bob Margolin, Dave Mason, Kid Ramos, Sugaray, and others. Many of the albums Bob has play on were nominated for or winners of various Handy, Grammy, Living Blues, Blues Music Awards and Blues Blast Music Awards. Bob is a non-singing blues harmonica player and the things he’s accomplished are a testament to his sense of hustle and his work ethic.

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David Grier Interview: 3-time IBMA Guitar Player of The Year, David talks about playing with Clarence and Roland White, why he left Rounder Records... why, after all these years, he finally started singing on his latest album, what picks him up during bad times, and more:

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3-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of The Year award winner, David has been playing bluegrass since he was a kid. First, with his father Lamar - who was a member of “Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Boys,” and later as a solo artist who’s recorded on 15 LPs. David was a member of Psychograss and is the founder of The Helen Highwater String Band

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Leigh Heggarty Interview: First fascinated by hard rock, glam and then punk… Leigh talks about how he got into playing, seeing Rory Gallagher live, how he overcame shyness and insecurity… taking care of his mother who had ailing health issues, for quite some time. Becoming the guitar player of one of the bands he used to see in concert, as a kid… integrity and what it really means, positive and negative influences that helped him, righteous indignation and loads more cool stuff. Really honest and sincere convo:

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On this Chris Duarte interview: Sobriety and surviving 3 divorces… how accidentally playing as a trio changed his career and his life, Being named one of the top 3 guitar players in Texas & how this changed the game for him, backstory to some of his greatest songs… Why “You gotta will those sounds out,” John Coltrane, “Never say die,” Best decision he ever made, and why he has nothing to prove to anyone, any more. Great, sincere convo!

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Chris Duarte is an incredibly talented, passionate and quite versatile guitarist / singer / songwriter / artist.... with a very high level of musical awareness. He’s a phenomenal soloist who’s not afraid to inject jazz and unconventional blues fills into his music. Chris has released 14 LPs including his latest record that just dropped, Ain’t Giving Up.

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On this Reggie Hamilton Interview: This guy is the ULTIMATE in cool, and has tons of great stories. Studying with Kim Clarke, living on his own at age 12, making great money gigging 6 nights a week as a teenager, why he moved to LA... working with Seal, Queen Latifah, Stanley Clarke, Bette Midler, Freddy Hubbard… absolute LOUDEST guitarist he’s ever heard (you’ll never guess who), dark days he managed to get through, a beautiful philosophy by John Coltrane, East Elmhurst, a Michael Jackson nightmare, tons of jazz history, and of course, NYC Pizza. Reggie  kept it very real, this is a MUST listen:

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Reggie started playing at 11 and gigging professionally at 12. He has toured or recorded with Seal, Eros Ramazzotti, Babyface, Queen Latifah, Billy Childs, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin, Bette Midler, George Duke, Whitney Houston, Stanley Clarke, David Lynch, John Mellencamp, Warren Zevon, Mariah Carey, Tina Turner, Tiziano Ferro, Boyz II Men, Johnny Hallyday, Freeflight, and many others

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On this Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal Interview, Ron opens up about his intense work ethic, his passion for learning and doing, not knowing the word “can’t,” the backstory to some of his favorite songs,  favorite guitars, favorite places in the world (NOT what you’re thinking), and why learning the word “No” has had such a profound influence on him and changed his life, loads more. BRILLIANT musician, this is really cool

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For over 25 years, vocalist, producer, engineer, songwriter and world-class guitarist Ron Thal has been playing music and touring all over the world. He’s played with Asia (currently lead singer and guitarist), Sons of Apollo, Art of Anarchy, Guns N’ Roses, and has released 10 solo LP’s fronting his own band. He’s also an Adjunct Professor @ SUNY Purchase College, and is involved in a number of charitable and civil causes using music to unite and uplift

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On this Peter Woods interview: The last minute inclusion of Never Say Never and how this charting single almost didn’t get made… Why Romeo Void broke up, Peter’s top 3 musical experiences… going to law school, becoming a lawyer and then changing everything by moving to Japan. The upside and downside to living in Japan… WORST gig ever (you’d be shocked who they opened for), opening for U2 and having a blast with The Edge… being open to changing your course, and much more. Fun and relaxed convo!

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 Peter is a founding member and the guitar player of the iconic 80’s alternative rock / new wave band, Romeo Void, from San Francisco. The band had two hit songs: Never Say Never, which reached #27 on the Mainstream Rock charts. It’s the kind of song that evokes a very specific early 80’s alternative rock time period. Their other hit was A Girl in Trouble (is a Temporary Thing), which was a Top 40 pop single in 1984. Both songs were staples on MTV video rotation, and Never Say Never has been in many soundtracks. The band has just released Live From Mabuhay Gardens (in San Francisco), their first official live LP, recorded in November 1980.

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On this Artur Menezes Interview: Brazilian born Artur Menezes is one of the most talented up-and-coming blues players on the scene. Interviewed a week before he was set to play Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival in Dallas, Artur talks about: Moving from his hometown of Fortaleza to Sao Paolo… and then moving to the states & the challenges in learning a new language and adapting to a new culture

Where his work ethic and pride of ownership came from, burgers, his TedX speech on following your dreams, his parents support and influence, what he misses most, best decision he’s had to make, and what’s next. GREAT convo, very sincere: 

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On this Willie J Laws Jr interview: Growing up in Taft, TX (population 3,000!), hanging out in his grandfather’s beer joint, a terrible act of racism he was exposed to in 6th grade, joining the Navy, Moving out to California and getting caught up in the CRACK Epidemic, backstories to his top songs, career and personal highs and lows, most important life lessons he’s learned & more:

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Originally from Texas and currently living in Massachusetts, Willie Laws plays Texas soul music, mixed with classic R&B, country, blues & funk. Willie’s performed nationally and internationally in Russia, throughout Europe, and more. He won the Massachusetts Blues Society Challenge and was a semi-finalist at the Int’l Blues Competition and Beale St. Kings Awards, in Memphis. Willie has some amazing life stories and was kind enough to share a few of them with us, today. His latest album is Too Much Blues

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On this Greg Loiacono Interview: Founding member of The Mother Hips, Greg talks about the chemistry of the band and how they’ve managed to work together this long, the band’s 2003 hiatus and how he responded, getting sober and paying it forward, early mistakes made with The Hips first record label, responding instead of reacting, toughest decision he’s had to make, and more. Very open and cool convo 

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On this Hershel Yatovitz Interview: Getting the gig with Chris Isaak and how it almost didn’t happen, GREAT conversation about getting sober and some really amazing advice about asking for help, experiences playing with Joe Walsh, Stan Getz, Dizzy Gillespie, Warren Haynes, Bonnie Raitt… growing up in Palo Alto and moving to Portland, Charlie Hunter, Wicked Game, kindness and more. Really sincere convo:

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Hershel’s been Chris Isaak’s lead guitar player since 1995, playing on 12 LPs, touring the world, and appearing as a cast member on The Chris Isaak Show. Hershel’s also played with Art Alexakis, Junior Brown, James Burton, Mark Ford, Warren Haynes, Joe Pass, Bonnie Raitt, Richie Sambora, Joe Walsh and LOADS of other artists

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On this SugaRay Rayford interview: His challenging childhood and how Big Momma turned things around for him and his brothers… an amazing story about his unlikely journey to becoming an artist, working the casino “chitlin’ circuit”... Releasing his first LP - at age 41! What happened when he realized “I was the best me that I could be”... VERY cool backstory to some of his songs, including sharing his PTSD from when he served in Desert Storm… the PAIN of America losing its ability to be Civil, why he “Doesn’t sing anything he hasn’t lived”... being grateful to be on this side of the grass, and more. AWESOME, fun conversation

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 SugaRay Rayford is a blues & soul artist singer and songwriter. He was born in Smith County, Texas, and started singing in Church at age 7. Ray’s released 6 LPs, has won 2 Blues Music Awards, including B.B King Entertainer of the Year & Soul Blues Male Artist of the Year. His 2019 album, Somebody Save Me, was nominated for a Grammy Award. As a studio vocalist, Ray sang the theme for Judge Joe Brown & the trailer for the movie City Lights, as well as other vocal work

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Frank Marino Interview: Frank’s early experimentation with LSD led him to picking up the guitar and becoming a guitar hero, but it wasn’t without a price. One of the most often overlooked guitar players out there, who’s anti-establishment mindset caused industry experts to turn, this was an amazing conversation where we discussed everything, including:

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 Why he walked away from $250,000 and his contract with Columbia Records... details of Frank’s LSD experimentation, and how guitar was the bridge from his post-LSD dream-like state into reality… God, faith, mercy… the upside and downside of signing with a record label early on in his career… how he developed his playing style, his SG and amp mods… patience, seeing good things in bad things, and more. 100% REAL:

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On this Nick DiSalvo Interview: Lead guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and founding member of Elder, one of the best psychedelic blues rock bands out there. Nick talks about moving all over the states as a kid - and then all over the world later on, as an adult, and how this impacted his life. Following his heart and not worrying about what others want you to do is the best thing, and how he came to this decision, finding love on tour, his cool guitars and amps, finding meaning and purpose in your life, and more. Very talented musician

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On this Andy Powell interview: Tracing a lifetime of musical success to ONE bold move he made, early on in his career (with Richie Blackmore)… Tons of stories: opening up for The Who for his first gig (age 14), Deep Purple… working with Tom Dowd, Miles Copeland, Martin Birch & Bill Szymczyk… smoking hash in Marrakesh… Seeing Clapton, Hendrix, Cream, Fairport Convention, Peter Green, John Mayall (w/ Mick Taylor) in concert… the deliberate decision to come up with the twin lead guitar sound. His work ethic and how it informed his attitude and success in music… Being so broke, the band was literally starving… What business old record companies were REALLY in, and why “It’s not about Andy, it’s about the Band.” AWESOME convo with a lovely guy

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Andy Powell is a founding member and guitarist of the British rock band Wishbone Ash. Wishbone Ash was one of the earliest bands to have twin guitars playing. The band still  tours worldwide and has released 26 studio LPs, 11 Live LPs and 5 Live DVDs. Over the years Andy’s received tons of accolades including appearing in Rolling Stone’s "Top 20 Guitarists of All Time" list. Andy was born on the East End of London, and grew up in Hemel Hempstead but has been living here in the states in Connecticut for quite some time now. 

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On this Chris Spedding Interview: Chris on opening for The Rolling Stones at Hyde Park (Mick Taylor’s first concert), recording with Jack Bruce, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Nick Mason, The Sex Pistols, Tom Waits… the musical and cultural transition between the 50s & 60’s in England, moving to NYC from England, more. LOADS of cool stories here:

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A lifelong session player, Chris also had a Top 20 solo hit and finished 2nd to John McLaughlin for best jazz guitarist in the UK. Chris has played or recorded with Jack Bruce, Roger Daltrey, Dave Davies, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Nick Mason, Cozy Powell, Dee Dee Ramone, Rodriguez, Tom Waits… produced the Sex Pistols first demos, and contributed to dozens of top movie soundtracks

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On this Daryl Stuermer Interview: Daryl talks about how he got his first big break (with Jean Luc Ponty), the series of random events that led him to working with George Duke and ultimately Genesis. Playing for 500,000 people in Italy, top 3 musical experiences, dealing with his wife’s cancer diagnosis, his signature guitar, work ethic, Prague, his grandfather’s dairy farm. VERY warm and sincere guy, great convo:

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Daryl Stuermer Interview: Daryl has been with Genesis since 1977, and with Phil Collins since he started his solo career in the early 80’s. He’s also played and toured with Jean Luc Ponty, released 9 solo LPs of his own, and recorded on records by Joan Armatrading, George Duke (1st LP he played on!), Philip Bailey, Peter Frampton and others

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On this Alex Garcia interview: Growing up in Caracas and the sacrifices he made to have a successful career in music… becoming successful without the support of his parents, moving to Miami at age 22 and starting all over - twice!... Cool stories about working with Julio Iglesias Sr., Lou Gramm, Bad Bunny… getting involved in Music Licensing, why he’s willing to be wrong, most EMBARRASSING thing that happened to him - on LIVE TV!... BEST DECISION he ever made, cooking, dealing with imposter syndrome and much more. SUPER COOL guy, awesome, down to earth convo!

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Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Alex became a session guitarist and eventually reached a plateau, then moved to Miami looking to advance his career. His career took off and today he works with loads of Latin American artists, including Shakira, Ricky Martin, Julio Iglesias Jr., Chayanne, among others. In addition, he has toured and played with Lou Gramm (Foreigner), John Payne (Asia FJP), Steve Augeri (Journey), Julio Iglesias, Julio Iglesias Jr., Enrique Iglesias & others

He’s a member of the house band for the Latin Grammys and the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame. Alex was nominated for the Latin Grammy’s as a Producer for the latin icon Ednita Nazario. He’s composed music for Discovery Channel TV shows, Matador Series (El Rey) and TV commercials. Alex also just wrapped up the biggest artist tour of 2022, as the touring guitar player for Bad Bunny.

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On this Chris Masterson Interview: Some great stories about moving to LA, getting sober and what 20 years in recovery has given him, what it’s like working with his wife pretty much 24/7… how he got hooked up with Steve Earle, Shooter Jennings, and counting off for Levon Helm… meeting Johnny Winter & seeing Neil Young from side of the stage, biggest changes in his life over last 10 years, more

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Currently touring for the last 10 years with Steve Earle, also playing in his solo project The Mastersons - along with his wife Eleanor Whitmore, Chris has also toured or recorded with Steve Earle, Jack Ingram, Son Volt, Shooter Jennings, Amy Helm/Levon Helm, Hank Williams III, Reckless Kelly, Tanya Tucker & many others

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Billy Morrison Interview: Great stories about Billy getting sober and what prompted him to get clean in the first place, why he moved to LA from London (NOT what you’re thinking), working with Ozzy, growing up with Billy Duffy, God shaped holes, why his work ethic is so strong, things he’s done that have been out of his comfort zone (BEST answer to this question ever!), kindness, Sex Pistols, his moral compass, cleaning the house, and why he always wears a nice watch. SUPER cool conversation:

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25 years ago, Billy Morrison was living on the streets, addicted to heroin. Since then, he’s played or recorded with The Cult, Camp Freddy, Royal Machines, Ozzy Osbourne, Steven Tyler, Slash, Robbie Williams, Lou Reed, Ronnie Wood, Jerry Cantrell, Dave Navarro, and has been a member of Billy Idol’s band since 2010. He’s also a successful actor and contemporary painter whose works have been showcased in art galleries

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On this Jeff Berlin interview: his early childhood trauma and how it impacted him, “falling apart” from years of emotional pain and his subsequent recovery… his awkward first meeting with Eddie Van Halen, early lessons learned playing jingles in NYC after Berklee… great story how he hooked up with Bill Bruford and the doors that opened up for him as a result, his Top 3 Musical experiences (VERY cool), funniest things that happened to him in the studio and on stage, backstories to some of the tracks on his new Jack Songs LP & hard-earned lessons he learned from making this record… best decision he ever made, great advice for musicians, and LOADS of stories. Awesome interview, very courageous and sincere

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Originally from NYC, Jeff is one of the most highly-regarded jazz and fusion bassists of the modern era, and a well-respected bass educator. He's known for his tone and technique, and has been one of the major figures in firmly establishing the electric bass as a solo instrument. His career took off in 1977 when Yes founding drummer Bill Bruford handpicked him to play in his band. Jeff’s other recording and performance credits include a who’s who of jazz and rock: Larry Coryell, Pat Martino, John McLaughlin, Yes, Eddie Van Halen, Frank Zappa & many more.

Just to address this up front, Jeff’s done dozens of interviews on the controversial comments he’s made about bass players learning by academic teaching vs being self- taught. We’re not going to address this issue, because Jeff’s owned a lot of his mistakes here and has made public apologies to the people he needed to. But what we will talk about today is the genesis of what prompted the fairly dramatic shift in his position, and his ongoing emotional recovery from the things that contributed to this situation in the first place. 

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On this Earl Slick Interview: VERY deep convo, Earl talks about the philosophy behind his success as a side man, and how he developed this... Michael Kamen and how he mentored Earl, how he hooked up with Bowie and John Lennon… working with David Coverdale, Tim Curry, Ian Hunter, Robert Smith, Keith Richards, Buddy Guy… working in England and why he enjoys it so much, top 3 musical experiences, dealing with the loss of his mom and other low points, getting out of the music business for 4 years and how that changed his life for the (much) better, learning when to say “No,” getting sober, Newfoundland dogs, Italian food, being in the present, LOADS more really cool and interesting stuff. Earl’s the real deal, GREAT guy, very candid conversation:

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A successful lifetime sideman who’s played with David Bowie, John Lennon, Tim Curry, David Coverdale, Robert Smith, Ian Hunter, The NY Dolls, Glen Matlock, Lorde and others… Earl’s also released 7 solo LPs, and 2 LPs as part of Phantom, Rocker & Slick. Earl also acted in and narrated the documentary Rock ‘n Roll Guns for Hire

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On this Eric Bazilian Interview: Playing Live Aid, Amnesty International, and in front of over 300,000 people in Berlin, for The Wall… detailed info about writing his biggest hits, stories about playing with Cyndi Lauper, The Band, Mick Jagger, Scorpions, Joan Osborne… his vintage Gibsons, most important thing he learned about himself, biggest changes and much more. HUGELY underrated guitar player and full of energy!

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Eric is a founding member, songwriter and lead guitarist of The Hooters, and writer of the #3 Billboard Joan Osborne hit, “One Of Us”... Eric’s also written hits for Scorpions, Robbie Williams, Ricky Martin & others

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On this Tommy Castro interview: The TWO BEST DECISIONS he ever made, moving up to San Francisco and starting his solo career after honing his craft in a couple of popular regional bands… Tommy’s journey through recovery and staying sober for 19 years… Backstory to some of Tommy’s best songs, recording techniques, guitars… his TOP 3 Musical Experiences, favorite song he wrote, loads of cool stories just a lovely, down to earth guy who’s enjoying his life right now, A MUST LISTEN

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One of my favorite blues and soul artists, Tommy Castro is a triple threat as a great songwriter, a killer blues guitarist, and just an amazingly strong and soulful voice. Tommy’s won loads of well-deserved awards over his career: Bay Area Music Award for Outstanding Blues Album for his first solo studio LP, Exception to the Rule, as well as Outstanding Blues Musician... 2008 Blues Music Award for Contemporary Blues Album of the Year for his Painkiller LP... In 2010, The Blues Foundation awarded Blues Male Artist of the Year, Contemporary Blues Album of the Year, B.B. King Entertainer of the Year, and Band of the Year... and just a few months ago, Tommy again won B.B. King King Entertainer of the Year, album of the year for Tommy Castro Presents A Bluesman Came to Town and, band of the year for Tommy Castro & The Painkillers. Also, a Bluesman Came to Town reached No. 2 on Billboard‘s Blues Albums chart.

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On this Joe Hoare Interview: founding member & Orange Goblin guitarist shares stories on how the band started, secret to their longevity, guitar influences you might not expect, a history of some of the band’s best songs, Joe’s favorite Orange Goblin songs, fan favorites, guitars, getting married, family, waffles and more. Very cool convo:

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John “Segs” Jennings Interview: Founding member of seminal UK punk-dub band, The Ruts opens up about the huge influence his sister had on his music career, his best childhood memory, dealing with the loss of his dad, getting closure on (and permission from) losing his two bandmates and close friends, fighting at The Peppermint Lounge, the Universe and Love…

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How The Ruts got started mixing ska w punk & rock, hooking up with John Peel and selling 250,000 copies of “Babylon’s Burning.” “Almost famous” supergroups with Joe Strummer, Rat Scabies, Mick Jones. LOADS more cool stuff, very real and raw:

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On this Von Kopfman interview: Von shares the REST of THE STORY about what happened after he came on Everyone Loves Guitar. In hopes of helping others heal from a similar trauma, Von shared something quite heavy - an experience he had at 10 years old, when he was sexually molested by a neighbor. What happened next, was totally unexpected: He received over 500 emails from people around the world - sadly, 400 of them had had similar experiences. He also received an email from someone who told him he was about to commit suicide, but hearing Von’s story made him change his mind and seek out help.  

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NOTE: If you have been a victim of sexual abuse, please call the National Sex Abuse Hotline at 800-656-4673 and if thoughts of harming yourself, or suicide have crossed your mind, please call the Suicide Crisis Hotline at 988

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Von Kopfman is a prolific songwriter, guitarist and author, originally from Emporia, Kansas. Recorded his first solo LP in 1994 when he was 29 years old, since that time he’s written over 3,000 songs, recorded 36 LPs, including 6 LPs with his band project called Big Daddy Loud - a popular regional rock band in Kansas.

Originally, Von wanted to share his experience with the hopes of potentially motivating and inspiring others to heal, and to not just let the after affects of this trauma, eat you up for the rest of your life. But in reality, what actually happened... was completely unexpected. So I wanted to have Von back on the show to share his post-show experience because it’s amazing what happens when you share something so powerful like this. It really touches others.  

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On this John McCurry Interview: Cool stories about playing with Billy Squire, Chuck Leavell, John Waite, Alice Cooper, Julian Lennon… getting sober and the changes he made, seeing Led Zeppelin in concert, price he paid for success, moving to NYC, relationships and more:

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A career NYC sideman, John co-wrote “Poison” with Alice Cooper & has written, recorded or toured w Cyndi Lauper, Billy Joel, Alice Cooper, John Waite, Belinda Carlisle, Julian Lennon, Cher, Bonnie Tyler, Katie Perry, Jonas Bros, Anita Baker, and many others… , plays on and scores very legit movie and television music.

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On this Sean Hurwitz Interview: Growing up in Jerusalem with bombs going off all around you on a regular basis… moving to LA, his serious work ethic, how he wound up working with Enrique Iglesias & Smash Mouth, licensing & selling his catalog, real estate investing, asking for guidance, cooking, barbecue and more. Very cool convo:

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Originally from Israel, Sean is a guitarist, bassist, producer & songwriter who’s played with Enrique Iglesias, Smash Mouth, The Gin Blossoms, Judith Hill, Anna Nalick, Chris Wallace, Ferras & others.

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On this Jake Shimabukuro interview: The Hawaiian music scene, the incredible experience of being a kid in high school and suddenly have two hit records, overcoming shyness to start his solo career… stories about playing with Bela Fleck, Jimmy Buffett, Alan Parsons, Warren Haynes, Kip Winger, Simon Phillips, Bette Midler, playing for the Queen of England, dealing with his parents divorce… the source of his humility and gratitude, his most embarrassing gig, Hello Mudda Hello Faddah and much more. VERY cool convo!

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Jake is a ukulele virtuoso who’s known worldwide for the joy he shares about the ukulele, as well as his excellent playing. Jake plays Hawaiian music, as well as jazz, blues, rock, funk, bluegrass, classical and other genres on the ukelele. He even covered Ozzy Osbourne’s Mama I’m Coming Home. He’s also written full scores to 2 Japanese movies. After starting his solo career in 2002. Jake shot to fame in 2006, in what was one of the earliest videos to go viral on YouTube - a video of him playing his rendition of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps.”

Jake started playing ukulele at age 4, taking lessons from his mother who was an accomplished player. To date, Jake has released 16 solo LPs and 10 more LPs released only in Japan, and has won a combined several dozen Hanohano Awards which are like Hawaiian Grammy’s as well as Hawaii Music Awards.

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On this Paul Gilbert interview: loads of insight into Paul’s personal life, growing up in small town PA, moving to Japan, leading a band vs. being a band member, seeing life and hearing music differently since losing his hearing… the story behind his PGM guitar, being too agreeable, dealing with fears and other heady stuff. Fun and very interesting convo, 100% REAL:

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Paul Gilbert Interview: From heavy metal shredding with Racer X, to hard rock with Mr. Big, plus punk, pop, classical, blues and more with his 15 solo studio LPs, Paul Gilbert has been one of the most highly regarded guitarists of the last 30 years

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On this Robbie Fulks interview, how growing up in the south and incessant reading influenced him, a stint in NYC that didn’t work out so well, backstory to some of his best songs, the joy of finally having his first solo album on a record label, working with Producer Steve Albini and how this unconventional combination works, street falafel, roller coasters, why “Profanity is fun!”... and more!   

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Robbie is a singer, recording artist, instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter. He is by far, one of the smartest, and most clever lyricists I’ve had the pleasure of listening to. He’s a great storyteller and is able to develop and articulate specific and particular character traits that bring his characters to life. He evokes emotions in you as the listener, about the characters and the very real scenarios of life they find themselves in - which are basically the ups and downs of the common man.

Over the last 26 years, Robbie’s released 13 albums. His 2016 record Upland Stories was nominated for a Grammy for Best Folk Album and the song "Alabama at Night" was nominated for a Grammy for Best American Roots Song. Let me just say one thing before we get started - this guy is a national treasure and more people need to be hip to what he’s doing. Not to sound like a fanboy, but to combine such meaningful lyrics with such beautiful melodies and Robbie’s voice, at this level of excellence... makes him an incredibly rare talent.

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Keith Jenkins Interview: Keith Jenkins was a 20-year old struggling musician in Augusta, GA… but he was also a rabid fan of hometown favorite, James Brown. In perhaps the most serendipitous occurrence possible, a random series of events occurs which ultimately winds up getting Keith an audition, right in front of James Brown. He passes the audition with flying colors and becomes James’ guitar player and ultimately, his band leader for the last 13 years of James’ life. He even winds up flying solo with James on his Lear jet

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Keith shares some amazingly cool (and interesting) stories about working with James: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Playing in Sardinia, sleeping on the floor of the bus, “Games Brown,” understanding what James is saying, how James Brown wrote his music, highs and lows and all sorts of cool stuff:

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Jim “Kimo” West Interview: Jim’s been Al Yankovic’s guitarist for the last 30 years, and has also released 12 solo LPs as a Hawaiian slack key artist. He has 4 Grammy’s for his work with Weird Al, and was recently nominated for a Grammy on his last solo LP, Moku Maluhia: Peaceful Island - which is a beautiful record

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Kimo shares the unlikely event that changed his life and got him playing slack key guitar… some savvy advice for musicians, most difficult move he’s ever had to make, the beautiful Aloha spirit and how it’s changed and influenced him, his first trip to Hawaii and much more. Great convo:

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On this Richard Bennett interview, fantastic stories about working with Mark Knopfler, Neil Diamond, Billy Joel and Marty Stuart… the making of his 7th solo LP, Tall Tale Tunes, and how this got put together, why he doesn't like playing all the instruments on his records, how song ideas come to him. The REAL TRUTH behind how he gets his songs and arrangements to sound so pretty, difference for him being a sideman and playing his own material, most fun he’s ever had playing music, and why it’s “Never going to be as good as it is in your head…” LOADS of fun and laughs, great convo with a first class guy

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Richard Bennett has been a studio and touring guitarist with Mark Knopfler, since 1994... and he spent 17 years & 12 LPs before that in the same role with Neil Diamond.

He’s also produced Neil Diamond, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Jo-El Sonnier, Marty Stuart & others. And here’s a very small sample of the people he’s played with since his first session in 1968: Ringo Starr, Lonnie Donegan, Conway Twitty, Sammy Davis Jr, Johnny Mathis, Roseanne Cash, Ray Price, Waylon Jennings, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight, the Four Tops, Barbara Streisand, Chubby Checker, Glen Campbell, Duane Eddy, T-Bone Walker, Billy Joel, Helen Reddy, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, hundreds of others, and about a dozen movie soundtracks including The Wrecking Crew documentary and one of my favorite movies, Westworld

Richard just released his 7th solo instrumental LP, called Tall Tales Tunes. The record’s beautiful with Richard’s finely crafted melodies and arrangements, and his ace guitar playing leading the charge but never overpowering the song.

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On this Vinny Appice Interview: Vinny talks about working with John Lennon, Rick Derringer, Tony Iommi and Vivian Campbell… turning down Ozzy’s solo project and then getting the call to replace Bill Ward in Black Sabbath, just a short time later… the first & last song (30 years later) Vinny played with Ronnie James Dio (it was the same song!). Watching Led Zeppelin open for Vanilla Fudge, reading the Bible, getting Microsoft certified, and loads more really interesting & cool stuff from this drum legend:

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Vinny was part of John Lennon’s backing band for John’s last performance. He also played with Rick Derringer (3 LPs) and played with Black Sabbath and Dio throughout his career, on some of both band’s biggest albums

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On this Will Kimbrough Interview: Will talks about growing up in Mobile, Alabama and its impact on him, personally and musically… working with Jimmy Buffet, Todd Snider, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Mavis Staples (and the lesson she taught him)... great advice on recording and songwriting, taking care of his father and more. Great stories from a great songwriter:

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A multi-instrumentalist sideman who’s also released 9 solo LPs, Will has written, toured, recorded with, or produced Rodney Crowell, Shemekia Copeland, Todd Snider, Steve Poltz, Kim Richey, Garrison Starr, Josh Rouse, Matthew Ryan, Jimmy Buffet, Little Feat, Todd Snider, Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle, Mavis Staples & others

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On this Josh Hoyer interview: Traveling across the country in his van for 2 years and the incredibly important life changing conclusion this helped him get to… teaching himself how to play piano, backstories to some of Josh’s best songs, making chicken salad out of chicken shit in the studio, his top 3 musical experiences, dealing with depression and anxiety and managing them on the road, his worst gig EVER, his most important LIFE-CHANGING event, becoming more grateful, staying in the present, and more…

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Originally from Lincoln, Nebraska, Josh is the founder of Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal, a very tight and powerful soul, blues and funk band. Josh’s voice is really incredible - this guy was BORN to be a soul singer. He also writes all the songs, plays a mean B3, and baritone saxophone. Since 2003, Josh has released 9 studio albums. He competed on the Voice in 2017, and has been touring nationally & internationally since 2014, averaging just over 200 shows a year, both as a solo artist and with Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal.

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On this Wayne Krantz Interview: Wayne talks about playing with Donald Fagen, Pino Palladino & Vinnie Colaiuta… moving to NYC, having faith he had something to say with his playing… big lesson he learned from watching Mike Stern book a gig… how he developed his improvisational style of playing, pizza, family, relationships, respecting your needs and more cool stuff

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A solo artist with 10 LPs, Wayne’s also been a successful sideman playing with Donald Fagen, Steely Dan, Michael Brecker, Billy Cobham, Chris Potter, David Binney, Carla Bley. Featured on his own records are people like Pino Palladino, Dennis Chambers, Keith Carlock, John Patitucci, Tal Wilkenfeld, Vinnie Colaiuta, Anton Fig

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On this Stevie Salas Interview, he dives deep, explaining how he went from being homeless to touring arenas just 2 years later with Rod Stewart… getting fired from Duran Duran, being Native American, Rod Stewart telling him about “mountains & valleys,” dealing with the loss of his girlfriend and how Mick Jagger helped him bounce back, quitting the Rod Stewart gig and LOADS more deep stuff:

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A successful sideman and producer who’s recorded on over 70 LPs with artists like George Clinton, Justin Timberlake, Buddy Miles, Mick Jagger, Don Was, Rod Stewart & others… Stevie’s also sold over 2 million solo albums. He’s also scored music for Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, Darfur and other movies, and produced the movie “Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World,” which won awards at Sundance Film Festival

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On this Zach Amster interview: What it takes to stop writing music you think you should be writing and start writing the music you need to write… how the pandemic changed the band (not what you’re thinking), Zach’s “secret weapon” on stage, personal struggles offstage, non-music hobbies and interests, most important thing his parents taught him, lots more, a fun hang, why he’s so driven, and how this helped himself and the band grow…

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Zach is the singer, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter in the psychedelic rock band Abrams. He grew up in SoCal with his twin brother, who’s a professional drummer in the bands Mondo Generator & Nebula. Zach and bass player Taylor Iversen started Abrams when they met each other in Boulder, CO. The band just released their 4th LP, In The Dark and this is a real “breakout” record. I wanted to support it, and was excited to have Zach on the show to talk about it.

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On this Barry Richman Interview: Tons of stories about playing with John Lee Hooker (his first gig), Buddy Miles, Eric Johnson, Greg Allman, Clapton, Derek Trucks flipping baseball cards at age 12, Roy Buchanan, Warren Haynes… not selling his ‘57 strat to Jerry Garcia, his cool vintage guitar and amp collection, playing Duane Allman’s ‘59 Burst for 6 months… his dad, who was a top NYC session sax player, western wear and all kinds of cool stuff:

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In a career that’s spanned 50+ years, Barry has played, toured or recorded with John Lee Hooker, Allman Brothers, Eric Johnson, Gov’t Mule, Eric Clapton, Les Paul, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Derek Trucks, Jimmy Herring, Steve Morse, Roy Buchanan, Sonny Landreth, Lee Ritenour, Stanley Jordan, Vivian Campbell, Rick Emmett & others

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On this Matt Bissonette Interview: VERY DEEP convo, talking about his early struggles, importance of being open-minded, God, selfishness, what top artists have that others don’t have… working with Rick Springfield, Maynard Ferguson, Ringo Starr, Julian Lennon & Elton John… important lesson from Maynard, why joy and peace shouldn’t come and go, TONS more cool stuff

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Matt Bissonnette's played on literally hundreds of records. He’s also toured as a sideman with Joe Satriani (5 LPs, multiple world tours), David Lee Roth (2 world tours & 1 LP), Elton John (last 7 years), Rick Springfield, Maynard Ferguson & loads of others. Matt’s also released 3 amazing LPs with his own band, The Mustard Seeds

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On this Al Schnier interview: The early challenges of growing: cover band vs playing originals, the band’s early “first breaks”... dealing with Imposter Syndrome, backstory to some of the bands songs, getting into physical and “guitar” condition, his TOP 3 Musical Experiences, dealing with the passing of his father, and getting divorced… persistence, his top 3 guitars, being happier and more flexible, not being so hard on yourself, cooking, most fun thing he’s ever done, loads more cool stuff!

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’s one of the two guitarists in the jam band moe. Originally started as a local bar band in Buffalo in the late 1980’s, moe. has gone on to become one of the most respected and successful jam bands out there. Constant touring and performances at major festivals like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and others... as well as their own festivals, which include Summer Camp, Snoe.down, throe.down, and moe.down... have made them incredibly proficient and melodic musicians and an incredibly tight musical unit.

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On this Kenny Aronoff Interview: Tons of cool stories here, about working with John Mellencamp & lessons learned, playing with Al Pacino, Elton John, partying with Slash, playing with Tony Iommi, Bon Jovi, Don Was, John Fogerty… his intense work ethic and the origins of it… how he became a “Navy Seal” in classical music at Indiana University… following his heart and not his head, divorce, Vic Frith, Leonard Bernstein’s love, LOADS more cool stuff:

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Kenny’s played on over 300 million sold records and has toured or played w John Cougar Mellencamp, Jefferson Airplane, Bob Dylan, Iggy Pop, Elton John, Glen Frey, Slash, Bob Seger, Tony Iommi, Santana, Rolling Stones, Bonnie Raitt, Paul Gilbert, and literally hundreds of other artists

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On this Marco Pirroni Interview: Why he left Siouxsie & The Banshees, playing with Sid Vicious, Malcolm McLaren, his top 3 musical experiences, biggest surprise for him in the music business, why he owns 4 Vintage 1956 Les Paul Juniors, happiest time in his life, pitfalls of social media:

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Marco Pirroni Interview: A key member of the early British glam rock scene, Marco played lead guitar and co-wrote 2 UK #1 singles, 2 Top 10 UK LPs, 4 Top Ten hits & 9 Top 20 hits with Adam Ant. He also recorded & toured with Sinead O’Connor & produced The Slits & Headcount

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On this Billy Howerdel interview: From sound and lighting guy, to playing lead guitar in a platinum-selling band all over the world! Billy talks about how & why he became a tech, and the serendipitous series of events that led to him becoming an artist and a professional musician.David Gilmour, Pink Floyd’s Momentary Lapse of Reason Tour, the utter destruction (137 Guitars) of the Downward Spiral Tour, growing up with an alcoholic father, backstory to his hit records, TWO low points he’s had to deal with, cooking, quitting guitar, and loads of other interesting life stories. Incredibly humble and thoughtful

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Billy Howerdel’s most well-known as the co-founder, co-songwriter, lead guitarist and producer of A Perfect Circle, as well as in his solo project, Ashes Divide. A Perfect Circle’s first 2 albums (Mer de Noms & Thirteenth Step) went platinum, and all 4 of their albums opened up in the Top 5 Billboard charts. Billy’s got a new solo record out, called What Normal Was. It’s an awesome record filled with very cool ambient electronic rock, great songwriting as always, and great lyrics.

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Shane Gaalaas Interview: Drummer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Shane played with Japanese pop legacy B’z for 18 years, and has toured and recorded with Michael Schenker, Yngwie Malmstein, Uli Jon Roth, Vinnie Moore, Jeff Kollman… and is a member of Cosmosquad, Diesel Machine, & Toque

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GREAT stories: Leaving Canada and the work/VISA balancing act, opening for Nirvana, getting the gig with Yngwie, Schenker & B’z… growing up in a dysfunctional childhood environment, top 3 personal development accomplishments. 100% REAL & RAW:

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On this interview, I was asked to be a guest on Jackson Henderson’s Romera Records Podcast. Here’s some of the things I spilled the beans on: Starting Everyone Loves Guitar, keys to being a good communicator (NOT what you think!), REVEALED at LAST: my 3 favorite episodes of ELG!, why “work ethic” is so important to me, Most embarrassing mistake I’ve made on ELG, the ONLY edits I EVER ask my guests to make, Behind the scenes of my marketing business and why I stopped being an online marketing guru, Identity changes I’ve made over the years, the 3 Biggest Mistakes business make when marketing their goods and services (yes, even musicians!), 3 experiences customers or clients MUST have before they’ll be interested in doing business with you, why it’s important to let others feel good about themselves…

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I started Everyone Loves Guitar podcast in September 2017, with no background in the music industry, journalism or entertainment. Today, with close to 900 original episodes and over 1200 total shows, we’re the largest long-form musicians, artists and music insiders interview show. And I’m having the time of my life - so thank you very much for listening!

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On this Prashant Aswani Interview: GREAT stories about his cross-country bus ride to Berklee, making his first 2 records while still in school, flipping a coin to decide if he went to medical school or Berklee, taking care of his ailing grandmother, smoking cigarettes at 15 with his grandmother in India, happiness, insecurity, unconditional love, divorce, and LOADS of other deep stuff. Very cool and open vibe

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From playing Tabla at age 8, to playing all over the world as a solo artist with 6 LPs, and working as a side man for some high-profile artists, to his newest project “CIC” with Rhonda Smith & Shane Gaalaas… Prashant’s had a very interesting life

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On this Von Kopfman interview: Handling Grief & Trauma: “I was driven to succeed because I felt like nothing for a long time…” One of the kindest people you’ll meet, Von’s passion for music literally saved his life. Von was sexually molested twice, when he was 10 years old. Scared for both himself and his family, he began writing songs and playing music and “The guitar became his counselor.” At age 42, he was able to deal with this trauma through therapy, which helped him immensely. Von also lost his son Jacob in a tragic accident in 2011 which inspired him to write the book Letters for Healing, which was nominated for the Kansas Notable Book Award. Wanting to provide resources for other parents who experience this same tragedy, Von created a not for profit organization called ForTheSurvivors.org, to provide resources to families who have lost a child. On top of all this, Von is an amazing guitarist, and a prolific songwriter. One of THE most moving conversations I’ve had the pleasure of having. One filled with compassion and empathy - and a must listen for all

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Von Kopfman is a prolific songwriter, guitarist & author from Emporia, Kansas. He recorded his first solo LP in 1994, and has written over 3,000 songs & recorded 34 LPs, including 6 LPs with his band, Big Daddy Loud - a popular regional rock band in Kansas.

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Loads of great stories about hooking up with Sammy Hagar, Ronnie Montrose, Ted Nugent, playing with ZZ Top, Jerry Harrison, how Night Ranger got started and lessons learned… top 3 musical experiences, low points… best decision he ever made, being invincible, the environment, regrets, more. GREAT convo:

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Jeff founded Night Ranger and sold over 16 million LPs. He then released 2 solo records and started Mothers Army, along with Bob Daisley, Joe Lynn Turner & Carmine Appice. Jeff also scored movies and did some acting, in addition to playing sessions & performing with with Chris Isaak, Sammy Hagar, Ted Nugent, Steve Morse, Styx, Heart, ZZ Top, Pat Penatar, Boston, Jerry Harrison, John Mayer, Aerosmith, Narada Michael Walden, Dave Jenkins, Tony McAlpine and loads more

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Jeff talks about moving to LA, getting hooked up with Dokken, Dio & Foreigner, some very funny “rock ‘n roll stories,” traps of the music business, great guitarists he’s played with, getting sober and staying sober for close to 30 years, loads more interesting stuff:

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Jeff was part of the classic Dokken line-up & has also played with Dio, MSG, and since 2004 has been the MD of Foreigner. Jeff’s also produced bands, and acted in the movie “Rock Star”

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On this Vaden Todd Lewis interview: Growing up with brimstone & fire, and dealing with the fallout of this… Why big labels ABANDONED Toadies, behind the scenes stories to some awesome Toadies songs, wishing he didn’t give so many f*cks, surviving a wild stampede of people at his worst gig ever, the freedom of his childhood farm, breakthrough musical discovery of The Talking Heads & The Pixies, NAPA Valley and the most important thing he can tell you. Very cool convo with an incredibly talented songwriter

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One of my favorite Rock and Roll singers. Vaden Todd Lewis is most well-known for being the lead singer, guitarist, co-founder and primary songwriter of the awesome alt- hard rock Fort Worth band, Toadies. Over the last 28 years, Toadies have released 7 LPs including the Platinum LP, Rubberneck. There’s a very cool documentary about the early years of the band, called Dark Secrets: The Stories of Rubberneck, which you should check out if you are a fan. 

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On this Chan Kinchla Interview: A founding member of Blues Traveler, Chan started the band with John Popper and Bobby Sheehan when they were 16 years old. GREAT stories about getting started & playing in every crappy dive bar in the Lower East Side of NYC… dealing with the mob… getting signed and then touring relentlessly in a van, crossing the country for 3 years… trading licks with Santana, selling out Madison Square Garden… gaming, Miami, Yucatan peninsula, Avenue A… LOADS of fun!

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Matt Stevens Interview: Matt talks about beating cancer and how this changed his life, maintaining integrity in his music, what motivates him to play guitar, best attitude ever about the “new” music business, figuring stuff out and not taking anything for granted. VERY COOL guy

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A solo artist with 4 albums of his own, and lead guitarist for The Fierce And The Dead, London-based Matt Stevens has one of the sunniest dispositions you’ll ever find. Matt grew up in a small, rural village, and then moved to London, with all his bandmates

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On this Murray Pulver interview: An incredible musical break he got from a session he did 3 years earlier, that put him on stage with Crash Test Dummies… crushing it as a band member with Doc Walker for 10 years… losing his dad, having to leave Nashville, transitioning into becoming a producer and why things have worked out for him… marriage, CFL vs NFL, Prague knowing what you’re good at, and why “You can never be the best version of yourself if you’re always pushy,” and loads more

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Murray began as a touring guitarist in the early 1990’s with Crash Test Dummies, was then a full member of country act Doc Walker from 2002-2012. He co-wrote several top 10 singles, and the band won the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) four times... Album, Songwriters, Group, Single & Video of the Year awards... Fans Choice Award, as well as a number of #1 videos & top 5 singles. Murray also won CCMA Guitar Player of the Year 3 times & Western Canadian Musician of the Year twice.

As a producer, his accolades include: CCMA Producer of the Year, 2 Western Canadian Musician awards for Producer of the Year, & Canadian Folk Producer of the Year. He’s produced all of The Bros. Landreth’s LPs including Juno-winning LP “Let It Lie.”

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Mark “Muddy” Dutton Interview: Tons of stories, getting sober, connecting with Slim Jim Phantom, Tracy Guns, Chris Robinson, Marc Ford, Chris Shiflett… top 3 musical experiences...playing with Bob Weir & Phil Lesh… becoming more balanced… being sensitive & learning what’s important in life. GREAT, honest convo:

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Mark Dutton’s either played with, produced, engineered, or co-written with artists like Chris Robinson in The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Mark Ford, Kathy Valentine, The Go-Go’s, Dwight Yoakam, LA Guns, Gilby Clarke, Jessica Simpson, Brian Jonestown Massacre & Chris Shiflett. He and his partner also run a company that specializes in developing young talent

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On this Misha Mansoor Interview: Founder & lead guitarist of Periphery, producer, mixer and mastering engineer opens up about many things: The fallacy of getting a “break” in business… starting his own label and other entrepreneurial ventures, HAIL STAN and some of the songs on it, growing up in Maryland and then moving out of the country, twice… challenges that led to him becoming a musician, and how he overcame them… signature guitars, Mike Dawes, staying “out” of the limelight, feeling undeserving, writing the music you want to write, and loads more insight on what makes him tick, GREAT convo Cool

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On this Dan Dorninger interview: Moving from Detroit to Austria, writing Witchrider’s first song and first hit - Black!... backstories to Witchrider’s best songs, dark times during Covid, apple juice, creative pride, sound scaping, Josef Hader, and why things become less magical once you start investigating them. Awesome conversation, very open and easy going!

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Dan started Witchrider in 2012. The band combines stoner rock with great songwriting and some electronica, lots of blues-based fuzzy guitar, great synths and drums as well. They’ve released 2 full-length LPs, an EP as well as number of singles and splits with other bands like Ultima Radio & Truckfighters. Awesome songwriting, great guitar playing and Dan knows how to create great emotional lifts in his songs

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On this Joan Armatrading Interview: Joan shares what really makes her happy, getting her first big break, storyteller vs. songwriter, her experiences meeting Nelson Mandela & getting an MBE, why she never felt she was in the limelight, her favorite attributes, putting out positivity. Great convo with a genuinely happy and positive woman, very cool stuff:

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In a recording career spanning almost 50 years, Joan’s released 21 studio LPs and a handful of live & compilation records. She is also the 1st UK female artist to debut at #1 in Billboards Blues charts for Into the Blues

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Lenny shares loads of great stories about playing at after hours clubs in Spanish Harlem - at age 14!... Getting discovered by Melissa Manchester in a retail drumming store, how TOTO built their song Africa using dozens of tape loops… dealing with an incredibly difficult personal tragedy, his favorite guitarists, the importance of keeping your eyes open and literally LOADS more cool stuff. Very positive vibe, tons of energy!

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One of the most recorded percussionists in pop history, Lenny’s a member of TOTO and has played with Steve Lukather, Rolling Stones, Elton John, U2, Glen Frey, The Eagles, Dan Fogelberg, Fleetwood Mac, George Benson, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Petty, Rod Stewart, Mars Volta, Los Lobotomys, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Cocker, hundreds of others, and has also worked on major motion pictures, commercials and animations

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On this Casey Aylward interview: Dealing with career and personal low points, Astronoid’s big break and how it helped the band, struggles recording Radiant Bloom, key personal strengths that have helped him succeed and persevere, living in “the clouds,” best childhood memories, why “the simple things” make him happy, and why he’d NEVER do anything that wasn’t fun. AWESOME conversation, you’ll be hearing more from Casey & Astronoid, for sure!

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Casey Aylward is the lead guitarist for Astronoid, a metal / shoegaze band started in 2012. The band released 2 EPs and 3 LPs, including their most recent album, Radiant Bloom. I think you’ll be hearing a lot more about Astronoid as their career unfolds.

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Cory Churko Interview: Cory opens up about busking on the streets for 4 years, in Canada… leaving the music business and getting back in (with an incredible gig)... being a sideman vs. running his own band… getting married, being a vegan, how he stays happy & more, very candid

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Cory is a multi-instrumentalist & mix engineer who’s worked with Shania Twain, Mutt Lange, Kelly Clarkson, Reba McEntire, Slash & others, and he also has his own band, Toque, which is just about to release their second LP

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Teddy Kumpel Interview: Teddy shares some incredibly big challenges he dealt deal with in his childhood and the fallout on him as an adult - and how he’s managed to handle things and rise above. Getting the gig with Joe Jackson, Tower of Power (which he turned down), Phil Lesh, Nine Inch Nails... his latest record, Loopestra Volume One, marriage, New York City, Xian Famous Foods, his solo Loopestra project, loads more. POWER PACKED episode with an extremely talented player and survivor!

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A talented side man and solo artist, Teddy’s been touring and recording with Joe Jackson since 2015. He’s also played with Rickie Lee Jones, Feist, Phil Lesh, Nine Inch Nails, Paquito D’Rivera, Tower of Power and loads of others… has released several records as a band leader, and has also worked on major motion picture scores.

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On this Kenny Neal interview: “Maybe I’M HERE for a REASON…” Using his integrity & incredible work ethic early on, to reach his goals… Most important life lesson he learned… taking time off from music to become a Broadway actor, and the one thing he took back to his music career from this experience… dealing with a horrible family tragedy & loss, and surviving cancer all in the same year… stories about working with Buddy Guy, Lucky Peterson, Muddy Waters, Albert Collins, Big Mama Thornton, Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, Big Mama Thornton… Best childhood memories, love, passion, being “a man to your word” and more. Positive, pure and good vibes on this one, a must see/listen!

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Kenny Neal is a blues artist who’s an outstanding guitarist, singer & songwriter from New Orleans. Kenny’s a member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and has won more blues awards for songs, performances and albums... than I could even fit on this page. Kenny’s dad, Raful was a successful harp player working with artists like Buddy Guy and Slim Harpo. When he was 13, Kenny started playing out on the road with his dad’s band and eventually was playing bass with Buddy Guy. Kenny’s had a prolific career releasing 22 albums since 1987, including his latest album, Straight From The Heart.

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Eddie Martinez Interview: LOADS of stories about playing with Blondie, Lenny White, Stanley Clarke & George Duke, Robert Palmer, Steve Winwood, David Lee Roth (NOT what you might be thinking), Run DMC, Lou Reed… the making of Eddie’s new LP, Bernard Edwards’ influence, growing up in the South Bronx and leaving NYC (toughest decision he’s ever made), his biggest regret, Chinese fast food, Lots more really cool stuff. GREAT guy:

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Lifetime sideman who’s just released his 2nd (AMAZING) record, Akosua. Eddie’s played with Robert Palmer, Stanley Clarke, Lenny White, George Duke, Blondie, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Steve Winwood, Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger, David Lee Roth, Joe Cocker, Lou Reed, Lou Gramm… and has performed on hundreds of major motion pictures and jingles

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James LoMenzo Interview: James talks about leaving NYC for LA, getting out of his own way so the Universe can guide him… playing with Richie Blackmore, abruptly leaving the music business and then re-entering it later on… a dark period in time for him, more. 100% Real & enthusiastic:

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James has toured and played with White Lion, Megadeth, Zakk Wylde, Pride & Glory, Black Label Society, Slash’s Snakepit, David Lee Roth, and has been with John Fogerty for the last 6 years.

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On this Michael Bradford interview: This is a Masterclass in songwriting, in how the music business works on the other side of the glass & loads of other cool stuff. His early struggles in the industry and what it took to get him through this, the WORST thing you can do as an engineer, most important service you can provide to others inside the studio… Lessons learned working with Earl Klugh, Gerard Smereck, Paul Buckmaster, Madonna, Deep Purple, Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker, Dave Stewart… #1 thing all artists really need in the studio, What’s Cheaper Than Free? 

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Michael Bradford is a multi-platinum producer and songwriter, who’s produced artists including Anita Baker, Run-DMC, Stevie Nicks, Deep Purple, Terence Trent d’Arby, Beth Hart, Dave Stewart, Ben Folds, The Butthole Surfers, Kid Rock & others. His songwriting catalog includes several hits for Uncle Kracker, including his global smash Follow Me, which Michael also co-produced.

As a musician, playing guitar, bass & keyboards, and often holding down the position of Music Director, Michael’s recorded or toured with Anita Baker, Madonna, Uncle Kracker, Ringo Starr, Dave Stewart, Eurythmics, Richie Sambora, Kid Rock, Stevie Nicks, and others. He just finished up a European tour with English blues artist Joanne Shaw Taylor.

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Brian Quinn Interview: Brian shares his incredibly hard work ethic and where it came from, learning slide from Warren Haynes, some of the career moves he made - deferring income - to further his music career and learn more about the business… his passion to play music, best moments in his life, toughest decision he had to make, letting stuff go, and much more

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After founding the popular hardcore band, Burial Ground, Brian founded Octane and Fosterchild. For the last 5 years he has been co-lead guitarist of Candlebox, touring all over the world & recording 2 LPs

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Tim talks about the decision-making process involved in leaving music as a full-time player… what he misses about playing and what he definitely doesn’t miss… playing at Red Rocks, trusting himself more, karaoke, surfing, golf, family, and more. Really cool convo with an industry member who’s respected, successful, and very well-liked by all

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Tim’s had a dual career in music. As a full-time guitarist, he was a side man with acts like Air Supply, Tanya Tucker & Laura Brannigan… he also co-founded a band that got signed to EMI, has done soundtracks, and currently produces other artists. Tim’s also had a second career in artist relations, for Taylor Guitars

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On this Michelle Malone interview: Getting a record contract from Clive Davis at Arista Records, and then walking away because the label wanted her to be “Joan Jett”... Moving from rebelliousness to awareness & gratitude… benefits and challenges of having your own indy label, stories about working with Albert King, Johnny Winter, Greg Allman & Chuck Leavell, and singing the national anthem at an Atlanta Braves game… favorite guitars, using her songs to work stuff out, and more. SUPER cool, really sincere convo!

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Michelle Malone is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer, from Atlanta, Georgia. She’s released 19 LPs since 1988 - as a solo artist and with her band Drag the River. She has a new LP out, called 1977. In addition to her solo career, she’s also recorded on records and collaborated with Amy Ray (former ELG guest), The Indigo Girls, Tinsley Ellis, Drivin’ ’n Cryin, Greg Allman, Shawn Mullins, Little Feat, Albert King, Johnny Winter, Lonnie Brooks, ZZ Top, Robert Cray, Keb Mo, Rory Block, Chris Whitley, Steve Earle, KT Tunstall, Shawn Colvin, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Joan Osborne & others. Her music has been played on major network television... and been recorded by Indigo Girls for which she received both gold and platinum records.

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On this Bill Champlin Interview, getting the gig with Chicago and why he split from them 30 years later… working with Elton John & Boz Scaggs, why working “just for the money,” isn’t worth it… opening for the Yardbirds and BB King, dealing with very serious health issues and a tragic loss… and bouncing back like a warrior. VERY candid convo, great guy and a survivor

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Bill Champlin is the founder of the legendary San Francisco band Sons of Champlin, a member of Chicago for almost 30 years, and co-writer of 2 Grammy winning hit songs (“Turn Your Love Around” & “After The Love Has Gone”)

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Moving from NYC to San Diego and back, eventually settling in New Mexico for years… the incredible serendipity of how we wound up working with Billy Squier, Ric Ocasek, Tracy Chapman & Robert Mirabal… hanging out with Nile Rodgers at The China Club in NYC… the importance of knowing when to do something, and when NOT to… his interesting hobby, toughest decision he’s ever had to make, taking care of your emotional health, and much more. VERY cool & REAL convo:

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A Grammy winning producer, engineer & performer, Larry has 9 solo LPs and has toured the world playing with Ric Ocasec, Tracy Chapman, Billy Squier, Miguel Bose, and Johnny Whitehorse, better known as Robert Mirabal of Taos Pueblo

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On this Jace Everett interview: What came out of the pandemic for him, structuring his albums and working to keep them consistent, the surprising benefit of NOT playing any instruments on his new record, having his son at his bachelor party… and as always, lots of laughs with Jace!

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Jace is probably best known for his song “Bad Things” the theme song for True Blood. But he’s been a prolific creator over the last 15 years making rock, ambient, singer-songwriter, Americana and blues flavored music. Jace has a new solo EP, Way Down Here, and is also featured in a behind the scenes interview about his music licensing career, and you can find this in our Music Licensing Program, at MusicLicensingProfits.com.

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A side man who’s also leader of his own band, Leroy From The North, Eli talks about moving from a suburb of Detroit to LA. Being painfully shy and working through it… “accidentally” stumbling into being an artist, music business highs and lows, developing endurance (physically and mentally), paying it forward and other good deeds done. Kind and soft spoken guy you’ll be hearing more music from in the future

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On this Steve Hunter interview: WOW! Steve opens up about LOADS of cool stuff. Including stories about getting drafted into the Army at 19, and the tremendous benefits he got out of this experience… GREAT story about some dark times and how he got out of them… an unusual conversation he had with BB King, which changed his life… his experiences with Bob Ezrin, Aerosmith, Lou Reed & Jason Becker, top 3 musical experiences (NOT what you’re thinking), falling in love at 59 & LOADS more cool stuff. Amazing history from one of the great rock and roll guitarists of our time

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Steve Hunter’s responsible for a ton of famous licks with people like Lou Reed, Alice Cooper, Peter Gabriel, Aerosmith, Jack Bruce, David Lee Roth, Julian Lennon, Glen Campbell, Dr. John & more. He’s also recorded with Joe Satriani, Joe Perry, Johnny Depp, Marty Friedman, Michael Lee Firkins, Tony Levin, Tommy Henriksen, Jason Becker, 2Cellos & Karen Ann Hunter

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“The Universe will do things in your life that you don’t know why, at the time…”

On this Niko Bolas Interview: Learning engineering by mixing church music and porn soundtracks, Getting sober and choosing to stay sober every morning, letting go of toxic friendships, amazing stories about working with Val Garay, Jack Nitzsche, Neil Young, Dolly Parton (one of his best gigs ever), Don Henley, Warren Zevon, Keith Richards, Vinny Colaiuta, Mike Scott & The Waterboys… Forgetting to hit “record” while Glyn Johns was in the studio with him, dealing with self-doubt, why “If you have an intention and you truly feel it, your needs will be met,” and loads more - absolutely awesome conversation

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Niko Bolas is a producer, recording engineer and mixer. Here’s a small sample of the artists Niko has worked with: Neil Young, Keith Richards, Prince, Bonnie Raitt, Warren Zevon, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Kim Carnes, Linda Ronstadt, Toto (IV), Barbara Streisand, Steve Perry, Dan Fogelberg, CSNY, Stan Getz, Tracy Chapman, The Waterboys, Robben Ford, Kiss, Herbie Hancock, Jeff Babko, Jeff Beck, The Mavericks, Boz Scaggs, Beth Hart, Los Lobos, Steve Jordan, doz. of others

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Jeff opens up about a personal tragedy that remains unsolved… growing up with an alcoholic parent, leaving his hometown of Toledo, playing with Michael Landau, enjoying life, being a father, more 

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Jeff Kollman is a solo artist with 18 band and solo releases, and a sideman who’s worked with artists like Brian May, Phil Mogg, Patti Labelle, Miranda Lambert, Lyle Lovette, Joe Lynn Turner… Jeff is also a member of Chad Smith’s Bombastic Meatbats, runs his own power trio, Cosmosquad… is currently touring with Alan Parsons, and has had placements in over 250 major motion pictures, TV shows & commercials

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Founding member of The Electric Love Hogs, Kelly LeMieux also played with 22 Jacks, Paul  Gilbert, Lee Ving, currently plays with Goldfinger & has been with Buckcherry since 2013

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On this Nick Lee interview: Playing over 100 gigs the first year Moon Tooth formed, and how this changed the band… the ups and downs of managing, booking and running the band’s social media… how the band determined what their musical vibe was going to be… the secret behind the band’s success… his top 3 favorite albums (NOT what you’re thinking), getting the gig with RIOT, and much more!

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Guitarist Nick Lee is a founding member of Moon Tooth, which started in 2013. They are about to release their 3rd full-length LP, Phototroph. In 2014 Nick was asked to join legendary band RIOT and he has since toured the world with them playing to thousands of fans in festivals throughout Europe, Japan, & South America

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Great stories about playing w Larry Carlton, Rod Stewart, George Benson, Steve Morse, EVH, more… why he turned down Allan Holdsworth, the literal once in a lifetime plane flight that COMPLETELY changed his business & personal life… cool music side-hustles John’s involved with, tons more. Great convo with a class act:

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Larry Carlton’s drummer for 18 years, John’s been touring with Burt Bacarach for the last 7 years, and has also played with Rod Stewart, George Benson, Robben Ford, Jay Graydon, Abraham Laboriel Sr, Albert Lee, Steve Lukather, Boz Scaggs, Steve Morse, Linda Rondstadt, Eddie Van Halen, Carl Verheyen, Promise Keeper’s… and done soundtracks for The Warriors, Frasier, Anchorman 2 and hundreds of other projects

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On this Eugene Edwards interview: Eugene talks about the challenges and limitations of growing up in Yuma… discipline, responsibility, making connections… some lonely times on the road and how he coped with them, getting married, being assertive, why it’s OK to not know everything, and more. Really cool convo with a first-class guy

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What a story - originally from the small border town of Yuma, AZ… Eugene has been Dwight Yoakam’s lead guitarist since 2012, and has performed in some of the most well-known arenas world-wide

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On this Steve Lukather interview: Luke opens up about getting sober and the most difficult thing he’s had to do… stories galore about playing with Paul McCartney, David Gilmour, Carlos Santana, Roger Waters, Miles Davis, Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson walking around with Bubbles the Chimp… turning down Miles Davis when asked to join his band, his top 3 musical experiences (NOT what you might think), how he came up with specific parts in the studio - and what happens when people can’t do this… a brief history of LA session players, the difference in his thinking now and before getting sober, and tons of interesting stuff. This man is a warrior, and this is a MUST listen

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Founder of Toto & Los Lobotomys, 5-time Grammy winner & one of the most prolific LA Session guitarists in the history of music, Steve’s played with: David Gilmour, Roger Waters, Eric Clapton, Boz Scaggs, Alice Cooper, Elton John, John Mayall, Lee Ritenour, Bill Champlin, Larry Carlton, Peter Frampton, David Crosby, Van Halen, Greg Lake, Joe Cocker, Todd Rundgren, Ringo Star, and hundreds more

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On this Robin Trower interview: Why James Brown & BB King influenced him more than Hendrix, benefit of being in Procul Harum before his solo career, how Bridge of Sighs changed his life, opening for The Beatles, The Stones & Ten Years After, working with Geoff Emerick, his top 2 musical experiences, John Peel’s support, MOST IMPORTANT decision he made which contributed to his success, how Martin Barre (from Jethro Tull) helped “convert” him from Gibsons to Fender Strats, favorite songs from his own catalog, Alexander The Great, what he’s most grateful for, and what drives him. Absolutely LOVELY guy, amazing musician!

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Robin Trower just came out with his 27th studio LP called No More Worlds To Conquer, and we’ll talk about this new LP along with some of his amazing history.

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On this Craig Garber interview: Establishing rapport with my guests, my own preferences in playing guitar, the most surprising thing I’ve learned from running Everyone Loves Guitar over close to 900 episodes, why discipline is an important part of my life, why you can’t rush when things happen, being open-minded and vulnerable, pushing boundaries, being less guarded, why I just want to be a better person… and more Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts! http://www.GuitarMerch.com  

After 900 interviews hosting Everyone Loves Guitar and I reveal some of the unexpected lessons learned from doing the show

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On this Beth Hart Interview: ABSOLUTELY one of my favorite interviews ever! This was amazing, open and as raw and honest as someone can be. We covered a shit-load of stuff including sobriety, dealing with childhood trauma, therapy & treatment for self-harming behaviors, trust issues, painful sources of Beth’s early trauma, stages of recovery, and other issues around mental illness… Musically we talked about the backstory to some of her best songs, how she wound up connecting with Jeff Beck, Slash & Deep Purple…  why Jimmy Page’s ex-wife didn’t want Jimmy working with Beth, what she wants most, the impact of being misdiagnosed as bi-polar, the most fun she’s ever had, and TONS more

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Beth Hart is an artist, pianist and songwriter with one of the most passionate voices around. Beth has written and sang with artists including Slash, Toots Thielemans, Deep Purple, Eric Gales, Buddy Guy & Jeff Beck - who she also toured with - both as an opening act, and joining JB on stage… She’s done 3 LPs with Joe Bonamassa… and she’s put out a tremendous body of her own solo work: 10 Studio LPs since 1993 including her most recent, A Tribute to Led Zeppelin. 6 of her LPs hit #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart & she’s had tracks placed in TV & movies

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Within a week after joining the Pumpkins, Jeff went from playing small clubs to standing in front of 70,000 fans at festivals in Europe. He opens up about loads of cool, interesting stuff, like: How he handled financial tough times, his actual practice routine, a renewed spiritual connection to guitar and how this came about… Also, a difficult decision Jeff had to make, forgiving yourself and giving yourself the same benefit of the doubt you might easily extend to others. GREAT conversation, really candid and insightful, VERY bight guy:

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Ross Hogarth is a 4-time Grammy winning producer, mixer and engineer who’s worked with the following artists: Van Halen (A Different Kind of Truth), REM, Ratt, Dio, Motley Crue, Quincy Jones, Keb’ Mo’, Ziggy Marley, Taj Mahal, Mick Fleetwood, Christine McVie,, Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five, John Mellencamp, James McMurtry, Larry Carlton, Sass Jordan, Quincy Jones, Jewel, Gov’t Mule, Lyle Lovett, John Fogerty, Melissa Etheridge, Janis Ian, Doobie Brothers, Steven Tyler, The Bronx & others. He also produced, engineered & mixed the new Brother Johnny LP, which is a tribute to Johnny Winter

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Scott Matthews is a singer-songwriter guitarist from England. He’s an excellent songwriter and storyteller in his lyrics, and his music is quite moving. Scott’s voice has the tenderness of Thom Yorke and the tone of Chris Cornell, his voice is great. He’s performed on a number of international sell-out tours with artists such as Rufus Wainwright, Bert Jansch, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, The Foo Fighters, Snow Patrol & Tori Amos

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Troy talks about having his first child, early session work he did, interesting lessons he learned about writing & the music business… cool stories about playing w Iggy Pop & Elton John, growing up, gear, baking, being easygoing, leaving A Perfect Circle, very cool stuff

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Riley Couzzourt is the lead guitarist of the up-and-coming band the Georgia Thunderbolts. The band has opened for Deep Purple, Black Stone Cherry, The Kentucky Headhunters, Blackberry Smoke & The Outlaws… and has released an EP and a 13-song full-length LP over the last two years - their next LP is in the works!

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On this Gus G interview: An incredibly grounded person, Gus talks candidly about playing with Ozzy (and a funny Ozzy story), why he prefers living in Greece, why he left Berklee, his top 3 musical experiences, his signature Jackson guitar & Blackstar amp, Tony Iommi, John Lennon, being mindful of others, most difficult thing he’s had to do, GREAT stuff:

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Gus played the biggest stages worldwide, between 2009 - 2017 as a member of Ozzy Osbourne’s band, and played on Ozzy’s album Scream. He’s also the founder of Firewind, releasing 8 LPs and touring around the world with the band, and has also released 3 solo LPs

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On this Steve Stevens Interview: Steve talks intimately about Sobriety, his 37 year partnership with Billy Idol & how they connected in the first place, his 17 year marriage, playing with Geezer Butler… Bubbles The Chimp (recording with Michael Jackson & Quincy Jones)... his 3 greatest musical memories, developing his signature sound & putting on a show… best decision he ever made, trusting the Universe, making amends, LOADS more. 100% REAL & no filler - a MUST listen

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On this Mike Squires interview: Mike grew up in a very rough environment and successfully broke the cycle… He went from smoking crack with his dad to touring the world as a successful musician, releasing an LP as a very creative solo artist, and hosting a successful music podcast. Growing up in a rural Washington state logging town, joining the Marines, working as a gravedigger, creating his own music opportunities, getting married, the genesis of his new LP and much more. Super cool and 100% RAW!

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Mike is an artist, sideman and host of the Couch Riffs podcast. He played bass & guitar in several indie bands including Alien Crime Syndicate, Harvey Danger (Flagpole Sitta) and The Long Winters before joining Duff McKagan’s Loaded in 2001, as lead guitarist. Mike just released a LP called #2 Record. 

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Kevin talks about playing with Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Paul McCartney (and why it didn’t work out), Morrissey… the making of his first solo record (RUN), an early family tragedy that influenced the rest of his life, low points in his career, top 3 musical experiences, practicing Buddhism and more. VERY interesting convo:

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A career sideman since the early 1980’s for artists like David Bowie, Iggy Pop (who he’s touring with now), Morrissey, Sinead O’Connor, Prefab Sprout, Thomas Dolby… he was an early member of Tin Machine & has also played w/ Mick Jagger, Nine Inch Nails, Sia, Roy Orbison, Brian Eno, Paul McCartney and many more

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Norm Harris has been successfully buying and selling Vintage guitars in LA, for well over 50 years. He carved out this niche in the market, before it even existed, and has a great story to share in his book, Confessions of a Vintage Guitar Dealer

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Todd on being balanced, interacting with the audience, playing with Lemmy, playing at Download Festival in the UK, relationships lost and other “tuition” you pay for success… toughest decision he’s had to make, making his personal life more of a priority, loads more. VERY cool:

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On this Greg Martin interview: How the pandemic changed him, 3 BEST decisions & 2 toughest decisions he’s made, what he likes and dislikes most about himself, most important lesson life has taught him, and everything you could ever want to know about the Headhunters awesome new LP, That’s a Fact Jack! GREAT conversation as always with this first-class kind soul…

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Greg Martin has been the lead guitarist of the Kentucky Headhunters since 1968, with an earlier version of the band originally called Itchy Brother. In 1989, the current lineup was formed and since that time, the Headhunters have released 12 LPs including their most recent one, called That’s A Fact Jack!

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Nels opens up about his childhood in LA, the origins of his interest in sound, leaving LA and his relationship with NYC, how he got into creating layers of sonic textures, a tragic event he went through many years ago, career highs and lows, unraveling of relationships, overcoming insecurities, … his cool guitar and amp collection, white slice pizza & garlic, and LOADS more cool stuff. INCREDIBLY sincere and thoughtful guy, this is a MUST listen with one of the top guitarists around

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AMAZING! Best known as the lead guitarist for Wilco, Nels’ prolific career encompasses jazz, rock, punk, and experimental, with over 200 recordings including 30 of his own projects. Rolling Stone called him one of the top 100 guitarists of all time. He also performs in duos with both Julian Lage & his wife, Yuka Honda

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On this Eric Gales interview: Sobriety, appreciating the journey he’s traveled,  and how he conveys this in his music. Redemption, his most autobiographical songs, his TOP THREE musical experiences, why he wants the world to know Eric Gales, why he “just likes himself now,” most important things his mom and dad taught him, why “It Ain’t Over,” and more. Super cool guy 

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Eric Gales is one of the most talented and soulful blues guitarists out there, over 30 years of playing and 18 LPs, including his latest LP, I Want My Crown

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Only 30 years old, Jared James Nichols has opened for Derek Trucks, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Zakk Wylde, UFO, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Walter Trout, Glenn Hughes, Saxon & more. Jared spills the beans on leaving Berklee, moving to LA and entering Musicians Institute, the importance of following through on commitments to yourself… the unexpected way he wound up getting a signature guitar, 3 experiences that changed his life, toughest decision he’s made, and loads more. VERY cool convo:

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On this Sean Beavan interview: If you like hearing stories about guys who constantly hustled and still hustle to build a successful career in music and keep it going, then this is it! Growing up in Cleveland and going from volunteering at the local studio to producing and mixing LPs that have sold over 4 million copies… Cool stories about working with Trent Reznor, Marilyn Manson, A Perfect Circle, Guns N Roses (on Chinese Demoracy), POD, No Doubt… his top 3 musical experiences, being less volatile & more present, TONS of cool stuff… incredibly sincere and passionate

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Sean Beavan is a successful producer/mixer/composer. He’s worked with artists like Nine Inch Nails, Marilyn Manson, GNR, Slayer, A Perfect Circle, System of a Down, PaloAlto, Emptiness, Kill Hannah, P.O.D, No Doubt, Depeche Mode & others. As a musician, he played with Eric Carmen (Raspberries) & toured with Humble Pie. He also co-founded his own band 8mm, along with his wife Juliette. 8mm has released 7 EPs and LPs and has successfully licensed a lot of their music licensed in major productions, as well as scoring close to a dozen movies

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Completely upbeat conversation, Joey talks about getting sober and what this process has been like... how his singles Whiskey and Forgiveness play a part in his sobriety, realizing being genuine was the most effective way of connecting with his listeners, what he likes and dislikes most about himself, his optimistic approach to running his business, forgiving yourself, marriage and LOADS more very cool stuff. A MUST listen

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On this Browan Lollar interview: The magic of “The Shoals” and how it formed him, musically… Getting the gig with Jason Isbell & how he hooked up with the guys in St Paul & The Broken Bones (AWESOME story), hanging with the Rolling Stones & Elton John… Australia, becoming a dad, his constant pursuit of knowledge, how he got so good at painting, life before & after “Spain,” realizing it ain’t about me, son of a preacher man & loads more cool stuff. Sincere and fun!

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Browan is the original guitarist for Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit... & founding member of the amazing funk & soul band St Paul & The Broken Bones. The band is an 8 piece unit, with keyboards, trumpet, trombone and saxophone. They’ve just released their 4th LP, The Alien Coast and have been touring their asses off since 2013. They’ve opened for The Rolling Stones 3 times, performed with Elton John in his AIDS Foundation show, and have played literally every major festival here and in Europe

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Great stories about Def Leppard, playing with Richie Blackmore, Gary Moore, Michael Schenker… Getting sober 32 years ago and what the trigger was… drinking $20,000 worth of coffee… putting Delta Deep (one of Phil’s side projects) together… his top 3 musical experiences, favorite guitarists he’s played with… biggest life lesson he’s learned (which has helped keep him very grounded), the toughest thing he’s had to do, and much more. INCREDIBLY cool! 

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AWESOME CONVO: On this Amund Maarud interview, growing up on an oats farm, his preference for the intimacy of small town living, backstory to some of his best songs, trying to find his own inner calm and learning to like himself, slowing down and the beauty of “not measuring” your life, chain saws, knowing what success means to you, and loads more cool stuff. This guy is 100% the REAL DEAL and an amazing blues guitarist / artist 

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Amund Maarud has been a leading star of the Norwegian blues & rock scene for over two decades. His projects include his 60s psych rock band The Grand, his own various solo bands, Morudes, jazzrock trio Amgala Temple, his one man solo show, Lucky Lips and The Buick. He’s toured Russia, Europe, USA, England (where he headlined the Royal Albert Hall and was the MD of the Norwegian Blues Adventure), South Korea, Cambodia and Japan. He received a Norwegian Grammy in 2011, the Edvard Grieg Composer Award in 2016, also in 2016 the Blues Award at Notodden Blues festival. And in 2018 Amund got his own star at the Blues Walk of Fame in Notodden alongside the likes of Ry Cooder, BB King and Bonnie Raitt

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Jim reels off one cool story after another, including how he got the gig with Rod Stewart... jamming with Frank Zappa, Howlin’ Wolf, Hubert Sumlin’, Ron Wood, Kenny Jones & Rod… drunk Joe Cocker late night in the recording studio… building tension in a song, and SO much more. INCREDIBLY cool & upbeat

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What a life! Jim Cregan’s had a solo career in the UK with a number one hit single, and was also Rod Stewart’s lead guitarist & band leader for 18 years, co-writing 30 songs with him. Played one of the greatest guitar solos, on 1977’s “I Was Only Joking.” Much more than a great conversation, this was a Masterclass in guitar playing, getting along with people, and being a music director!

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On this Emily Davis interview, dealing with bouts of depression (her “Silent Companion”) and why keeping busy musically is the best form of medicine… the incredible relief she felt when coming out, recording her first 2 LPs at the age of 20 & 21 and what drives her ambition, how the Murder Police came together and the challenges of leading a band, BEST decision she ever made, giving a massive shit, being a servant, tons of fun, awesome artist

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Emily Davis is the founder, songwriter and vocalist for the El Paso, TX alternative band, Emily Davis & The Murder Police. The bands YT channel has almost 7 Million views and opened for one of the most popular punk bands of all time - Bad Religion, throughout their 2019 fall tour. In addition to being a very talented songwriter, Emily’s a brilliant lyricist. Emily Davis & The Murder Police has 2 LPs including their most recent record, Never A Moment Alone, and Emily has released 3 solo LPs as well.

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Les grew up on a working pig farm, and talks about moving to London to get his career started... flying to LA from London to start a world-wide tour with literally one day’s notice… working with Jack Bruce, Donovan, Pete Townshend & Snuffy Walden… lessons learned, some difficult low points in his life, seeing Led Zeppelin in concert during their first British tour… smart decisions he made in NOT taking certain gigs, humility, gratitude, awareness, following your heart, and SO much more cool stuff. You’ll love this convo - Les is a first-class human

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A first-call session player in the UK for 30+ years, Les has played with Leo Sayer, Joan Armatrading, Paul Rogers, Jack Bruce, Mick Taylor, Pete Brown, Bonnie Tyler, Snuffy Walden, The Corgies, Graham Bonnet, Tina Turner, Kenney Jones, Pete Townsend & loads of others, and has been a full band member of Sniff n The Tears since 1981

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On this John Avila interview: a dusty relic in the attic that changed his life, quitting high school, great stories about working with Oingo Boingo, El Chicano, Richie Havens, Stuart Copeland, Neil Young, Food For Feet… awesome story how he got into production, playing backyard BBQ gigs with Van Halen, barely escaping a gig in a foreign country, biggest mistake he’s made in music, worst gigs he’s ever had, why you have to always keep stretching... running, baseball, Jaime Jarrin, a new health routine & loads more. This one is chock full of stories, good vibes & enthusiasm

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John’s been in the music business for over 40 years as a well-respected bassist, producer, composer, arranger, recording/mixing engineer, session musician & vocalist. As a bassist he played with Oingo Boingo for 11 years (84-95). As a sideman he’s toured or recorded with Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Steven Tyler, Richie Havens, Stuart Copeland, Nels Cline, Bob Weir, Mickey Hart & Bill Kreutzmann from the Grateful Dead, Steve Vai & Eric Johnson, and dozens of others. He’s also performed on & composed tracks for major motion picture soundtracks, national commercials and major network television shows. While John was in the band, he co-produced Oingo Boingo along with Danny Elfman, and has since produced hundreds of other LPs. Since 2003, he’s also taught performance, production, mixing, arranging & composing at a variety of schools, currently at LA College of Music

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After releasing 3 #1 singles on their first 3 albums, Brother Cane abruptly broke up - find out what happened on this interesting interview. Damon reveals ongoing struggles with record labels, the unlikely way he wound up singing, behind the scenes of his new solo record, rock star highs and lows, learning to “take a breath” before reacting to stuff, and loads more cool stuff rarely discussed. Damon is the founder, guitarist and songwriter of Brother Cane and was Alice Cooper’s guitar player for 7 years, in addition to playing with Thin Lizzy and Black Star Riders.

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On this Dani Rabin interview, his disappointment in the lack of passion of his teachers at Berklee... starting Marbin from nothing and working up to 300 dates a year for a few years straight to get things moving, music as a portrait of your imagination and as a portrait of your reality, finding his place as an improvisational artist, why “You’re NOT in control of your growth,” TIME as the greatest healer, getting in trouble crossing the border, trusting new relationships and loads more. Somewhat controversial thoughts, but VERY open and candid

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Dani Rabin is the co-founder & guitarist of the jazz/rock band Marbin. Born in La Jolla CA and raised in Rehovot, Israel, Dani moved back to the states in 2003 to study at Berklee College of music. In 2007 he met sax player Danny Marbin. They’ve released 12 LPs to date, and through relentless touring have built up a huge fan base

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The biggest-selling instrumental guitarist of all time shares some really cool stories: The unlikely series of events which allowed him to record (and pay for!) his first album, what he learned from Mick Jagger & Bill Graham… Low points in his career and how he handled them, his persistence and belief in himself, mistakes made & cool things he got right, favorite guitars & amps, most important thing his folks taught him, most difficult thing he had to do, being shy, The Squares and loads of cool new stuff he has going on. GREAT convo with a total professional and extremely kind person

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On this Nate Wood interview, the influence of his parents - both professional musicians in the band “Honk,” how he started playing bass, keyboards, and guitar… all at once. Playing 8-10 gigs a week while in high school, moving to New York City… working with Brian May, Taylor Hawkins, Wayne Krantz, The Calling (playing in front of 125,000 people), the struggles involved in launching his solo project fOUR, dating his wife, being more relaxed with people, very cool vibe...

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Nate is a founding member of the Grammy nominated quintet Kneebody. He has released 3 solo LPs & his current solo project “Nate Wood - fOUR” features Nate playing drums, bass, synths and voice at the same time. As a side man, Nate has performed or recorded with artists including jazz pianist Tigran Hamasyan, Donny McCaslin, Wayne Krantz, Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders, Dave Grohl, Brian May and Roger Taylor (Queen), Chris Squire (Yes), Chaka Khan, and many others.

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Lead guitar player for The Fixx for close to 40 years, Jamie talks about his musical turning points, non music jobs he had to take in the beginning, cool stories about playing the Fillmore West, playing with Brian Eno & Tina Turner, crimson boots, biggest decision he ever had to make, gaining confidence, and more: 

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On this Pete Abbott interview, graduating from University of Miami jazz program and hightailing it straight up to New York City, in an act of blind faith (that worked out great)… working with Jose Feliciano, the serendipity of how he became a member of the Average White Band, moving to Norway for 9 years and the cultural adjustments he had to make, surviving divorce, his TOP 3 musical experiences & his worst gig ever, St. Maarten, dealing with loss, Prague, being more accepting of people and loads more. Very chill, deep and sincere, lovely vibe:

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Pete’s an in-demand session drummer who’s been mentioned with admiration by at least a dozen or so of other guests we’ve had on this show over the years.He was a full member of the Average White Band, played with artists like Randy Brecker, Bette Midler, Paquito D’Rivera, Tom Jones, Rebekka Bakken (very successful Norwegian singer), Bob Babbitt, David Hungate, Reggie Young, Scott Kempner (The Del Lords), Ashley Monroe (also toured with her for 5 years), Shemekia Copeland (getting ready to do his 3rd LP with her)... as well as some amazing players in Nashville, including Jim Oblon & Victor Krauss, Dave Roe, Charles Treadway, Pat Bergeson and others

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Pete has a unique level of confidence when he plays - you literally “feel” you’re in good hands with him. This isn’t something random, it’s something he specifically works on and he explained exactly how. Good & not so good experiences running a record label, studying under Howard Roberts at GIT, tolerance, very clever James Brown tricks, and LOADS more cool stuff. GREAT convo with an amazing guy!

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Pete played with and produced Dwight Yoakam from 1984-2002 on loads of platinum records & sold-out tours. He’s also produced or played on records with Roy Orbison, The Meat Puppets, Tanya Tucker, Jackson Browne, Buck Owens, Steve Forbert,, Lucinda Williams & others… and written and produced TV & movie soundtracks and released 8 solo LPs

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On this Dan Lutz interview, leaving school early, cool stories about working with Vinny Colaiuta, Larry Klein, Melody Gadot, Lyle Workman, Jeff Babko, Robben Ford, Jonathan Butler, Patti Austin, Taylor Hicks… an early commitment he made to his family and how he managed to stick with it. Dealing with hard times during the Pandemic, his WORST gig EVER, Hershey’s chocolate, work ethic, being intentional about bringing positive vibes to situations, priorities, and more

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Dan is a busy LA Session & touring bassist. Some of the artists he’s played or toured with include Josh Groban, Lizz Wright, Kirk Whalum, Melody Gardot, Patti Austin, Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express, Robben Ford, Lyle Workman, Michael Buble, Lang Lang, Jonathan Butler. Film scores he’s played on include Coming 2 America, All My Life, The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Chronicles of Narnia... he’s played LA Performances of Broadway shows: Hamilton, Wicked, Frozen, Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, others

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Literally one of the greatest success stories I’ve encountered, Mike Keneally’s been consistently employed as a side man with some of the world’s greatest guitarists, and as a solo artist with over 30 LPs to his name. How he pretty much manifested his successful audition with Frank Zappa is nothing shy of phenomenal

Mike talks about the drivers behind his success, the mysterious brown triangles he saw floating above his head for 2 years, learning to cut himself some slack, learning to listen, looking for the win-win, and SO much more. AMAZING conversation with a really genuine and incredibly bright guy:

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On this Donald Barrett interview, “Big Ears” and being aware of others… great stories about almost dropping out of school and how he rebounded when his scholarship was cancelled, his mentors and how they changed his life… playing with Snoop Dog, David Garfield, George Benson, Lady Gaga, Greg Phillingaines, Bill Dickens, Oscar Seaton, Lyle Workman, George Clinton… his spirituality and faith, getting fired from a huge gig, manifestation, marriage & family, staying positive, work ethic, Toughest decision he had to make, and why you need to “Love everybody…” SUPER cool, so positive, a GREAT convo:    

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Donald learned to play the drums at age three, and moved to LA from in 2003. An incredibly motivated and positive drummer, he’s since become a first call player for touring and session work around. Artists he’s worked with include Toni Braxton, George Benson, Sade, Seal, Pink, New Kids On The Block, Dolly Parton, CeCe Winans, Dionne Warwick, Lionel Richie, Colbie Caillat, PussyCat Dolls, Snoop Dog, George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic, Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes and many more. He’s also worked on film and tv projects for Disney, NBC, CBS and MTV, including Coming 2 America, Better Call Saul, and Biden Presidential Inauguration (w/ J Lo “My Land”). He is currently the drummer for Lady Gaga’s new Piano and Jazz residency in Las Vegas, as well as the musical director at The Fountain Church International located in Pomona California, and leader of Improv Trio, a jazz trio that just dropped their second release

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How Ken won the MTV Basement Tapes in his first career - producing music videos… growing up in Seattle and San Diego, being a parent, working with Chris Cornell on the Casino Royale theme song, folding laundry and why, in the future... your body will be the furthest thing from your mind:

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Ken is the co-founder, vocalist, guitarist, bassist and co-songwriter of the alt band Failure. Ken talks candidly about why Failure broke up and how they wound up getting back together. Their comeback story is great: they weren’t sure if there’d be an interest, but when they booked a show at the El Rey and it sold out in minutes… they knew they were on to something

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On this Tim Young interview, the serendipity of moves he made and how they changed his life in powerful ways, losing his musical identity and how he rebuilt it… getting the James Corden gig, playing with Beck, Fiona Apple, Cher, Tom Cruise, Arnold Schwarzennegar… dealing with alcohol abuse and learning to be here and now, family, MacGyver, gratitude, finding things you love, and lots more. Very sincere

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A session player and artist, Tim has supported artists like Rosanne Cash, Case/Lang/Veirs, Beck, Fiona Apple, and Ricky Lee Jones, as well as working on music for film, television, and video games. He’s also the guitarist on James Corden’s Late Late show. Tim is a member of the band Zony Mash, leads Tim Young & The Questionnaires also has a band with his wife called The Youngs.

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Mimi shares some AMAZING stories about her life, including kicking cancer’s ass, trusting people, why she hated being a session player, why she moved cross country from NYC to San Francisco, dealing with sexism and hard times as a young musician, Steve Vai and how he helped her career, handling negative reviews, being too performance-oriented. One of the BEST and coolest people you’ll meet, and an amazing player:

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Winner of 6 consecutive Downbeat Magazine international critic’s polls, Mimi’s played all over the world as a solo artist & as a band leader. 

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On this Viktor Krauss interview, Victor talks about moving to Nashville from Champagne, Illinois, and how he got his career moving by getting out of his comfort zone… stories about working with Peter Rowan, Shelby Lynn, Lyle Lovett, Bill Frisell, Robert Plant, Tom Jones, Shawn Colvin… rising to the occasion, buck naked concertgoers, the upside (and downside) of being direct, marriage, being a dad, the ease of youth, and loads more from this successful studio & touring veteran

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Viktor is a well-known first call session and touring bassist out of Nashville. He has over 500 LP credits as either a bassist, composer/songwriter or producer. He’s recorded or toured with Lyle Lovett (since 1994), Bill Frisell, James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, Buddy Miller, Tom Jones, Shawn Colvin, Carly Simon, Jerry Douglas, Chet Atkins, Larry Carlton, The Chieftains, Peter Rowan, Harry Connick Jr., J.D. Souther, Joan Baez, Indigo Girls, Dolly Parton, Graham Nash, Michael McDonald, John Fogerty, Elvis Costello, Kenny Rogers, Jewel, and many others.

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On this Steve Farris interview, how his lifelong passion for nature impacted his interest in music, his spirituality, and his views on life… great stories about moving to LA and trying to get his career started, auditioning for Kiss (and the ONLY reason why he didn’t get the gig), how Mr. Mister came together, working with Eddie Money, Player, Tom Dowd, Clive Davis, Edgar Winter, Rick Derringer, David Coverdale & Whitesnake, Boz Scaggs, Carlos Santana… his Top 3 career highlights, buying his first piece of recreational land and how this changed his life, the beauty of having wildlife respond to developmental changes you make, his vintage guitars, being comfortable with himself, restoring habitats, and much more. 

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Steve is a founding member, co writer, co producer & guitarist of the 1980s rock group Mr. Mister. The band was nominated for two Grammy awards and sold over 4 million LPs. As a side man he’s played or recorded with over 150 artists incl Gary Wright, Robin Gibb, Vasco Rossi, Eros Ramazzotti, Kiss, Rod Stewart, Eddie Money, Dolly Parton, Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, Alice Cooper, Graham Nash, Rick Derringer, Madonna, Whitesnake.  

Today, Steve spends his time immersed in hunting, both as a vocation and as a business. He’s involved with design and implementation of wetlands restoration and enhancement, owns and operates a hunting club, and has other land & hunting-related businesses. He’s also filmed & hosted dozens of hunting shows on television and cable networks, both here and abroad.

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This is an emotional episode: how Doug got the gig with Edgar Winter is NOTHING shy of amazing - shows you how something far greater than us, is running the show. Highs & lows of the music business, value of a music education, best decision he’s ever made, Mumbai, and much more. VERY cool convo

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Doug has been the recording and touring lead guitarist for Edgar Winter for 17 years. During this time he’s traveled all over the world, playing with legends like Rick Derringer, Pat Travers, Kim Simmonds, and others

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On this Jimmy Gnecco interview, Jimmy talks about the Lana Del Rey song “Hey, Jimmy Gnecco,” and the controversy around it, his residency at the Viper Room, working with Brian May & Rick Rubin… “Struggling” vs. asking for help, how his own hard times have motivated him to be a source of healing for others, why viewing yourself as a victim is the worst thing you can do, self-sabotage and how he moved on from this, backstory to songs on his latest LP, making the leap of faith to open his heart and what happened once he did, persistence, patience, letting go of relationships, why “You can’t fix anyone”... and LOADS more cool stuff. VERY intimate and up close look at the story of this incredibly talented artist. You’ll learn a lot from this one - a MUST listen!

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Jimmy Gnecco is an artist who sings, is a multi-instrumentalist & talented songwriter who makes music under his own name as well as under the name “Ours.” Jimmy started playing music in 1988 and formed Ours in 1992. In 1997, he signed to DreamWorks Records and released 2 records with this label. Ours has opened for bands like The Cult, A-Ha, Powderfinger, The Wallflowers, Marilyn Manson, Blue October and Filter. In 2004 Jimmy & Brian May recorded "Someone to Die For,” for the Spider-Man 2 soundtrack. He’s released 6 LPs with Ours, including his most recent release, the self-titled Ours

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On this interview, Danny Kortchmar opens up about moving to LA from NYC, his first session (with Carole King & Gerry Goffin), cool stories about working with James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, Don Henley, Stephen Stills, David Crosby, Graham Nash, Harry Nilsson & John Lennon, Neil Young, Keith Moon, Steve Cropper, Russ Kunkel, Leland Sklar… Jim Keltner's huge influence on him (and many others), his top 3 studio and touring experiences, the one gig he HAD to bail out of, seeing John Coltrane, James Brown, Otis Redding & Peter Gabriel in concert, producing Don Henley & Billy Joel (and dismissing Joel’s band for the record), movies, books, politics, sex & more!

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For over 50 years, Danny Kortchmar’s been a successful LA touring and session guitarist, producing, playing or touring with James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Carole King, David Crosby & Graham Nash, Stephen Stills, Bill Wyman, Harry Nilsson, Keith Moon, Sam & Dave, Ringo Starr, The Pointer Sisters, Bonnie Raitt, Steve Cropper, Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Bob Seger, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, The Monkees, Beach Boys, Toto, Robben Ford & hundreds of others. Danny wrote Don Henley’s All She Wants To Do Is Dance, and co-wrote Henley’s New York Minute 

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A musician who’s truly dedicated to the purity of what he does, Justin was incredibly candid during our conversation. Stories include the influence of his dad on his music, the highs and lows of his relationships, where the ideas for some of his biggest hits came from, his anti-authority spirit, getting sober, suffering a stroke, the power of music, staying positive in spite of adversity, depression, mental illness, GREAT convo, GREAT guy, just an amazing songwriter:

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INTENSE: Justin is the founder of, guitar player and writer of Crippled Black Phoenix, one of the best progressive/psychedelic rock bands around. Justin started playing drums at 12 and was gigging in the UK hardcore and punk scene at 16. Then, after roughly 16 years of gigging all over the world, he abruptly left the music business. Shortly after, he picked up the guitar and found a new and creative way of expressing his music, and CBP was born

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On this Matt Stevens Interview: His WORST gig ever, how failing an audition led to him accomplishing far more than he ever would have imagined, including 2 scholarships at Berklee, moving to New York City, and touring the world playing music - before he even graduated from Berklee. Two most important things he learned, early on… How random Instagram posts turned into his latest Album, Mexican food, letting go of things he can’t control, being an optimist, staying power, taking time off to raise his son & more. GREAT convo, very candid and upbeat!

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Matt Stevens is a Grammy-nominated guitarist living in NYC. As a session player, he’s played on over 70 LPs, with artists like Terri Lyne Carrington, Esperanza Spalding, Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Harvey Mason and others, and has worked with producers including Quincy Jones, Glen Ballard & Tony Visconti. He produced Esperanza Spalding’s albums Exposure and the Grammy-winning 12 Little Spells, as well as Terri Lyne Carrington’s double album Waiting Game. Matt has 5 solo LPs including his most recent, Pittsburgh

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On this in-depth Michael Beinhorn interview, Michael explains how he went from being a synth player in Material, a local Manhattan band… to co-writing, playing and producing Herbie Hancock’s smash hit, Rockit! Dealing with divorce, moving cross country, getting fired from his band, the unethical aspect of the music business… his reputation for firing drummers, working with Herbie Hancock, Red Hot Chili Peppers Soul Asylum, Ozzy Osbourne (and why Ozzy hated being in the studio), Mike Ness (Social Distortion), Chris Cornell, Soundgarden, Marilyn Manson, Twiggy (from Manson’s band), Hole… the challenge about being creative that many artists face once they become successful (VERY interesting), an incredibly helpful discussion about faulty belief systems and how they, unfortunately, rule and ruin, so many of our lives, and LOADS more. INCREDIBLY inspirational, great conversation, this one’s a MUST:

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Michael Beinhorn is a successful record producer, composer, author, and musician, who’s worked with: Brian Eno, Nile Rodgers, David Byrne, Whitney Houston, Herbie Hancock, Fab Five Freddy, Nona Hendryx, Lenny White, Violent Femmes, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ozzy Osbourne, Aerosmith, Soundgarden, Soul Asylum, Marilyn Manson, Living Colour, Social Distortion, Hole, Korn (#2 Billboard LP, Untouchables, platinum), Fuel, The Bronx,  Afrika Bambaataa, Pet Shop Boys, Janet Jackson, The Cult, Black Label Society and hundreds of others

His projects have combined record sales at over 45 million copies worldwide, and he’s the only record producer in history to have 2 separate recordings debut in the Billboard Top Ten in the same week (Marilyn Manson’s Mechanical Animals @ #1 & Hole’s Celebrity Skin @ #9)

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Victor Griffin interview: pre-Pentagram days, struggles with drugs and alcohol, getting thrown off the tour with Black Sabbath and his subsequent very cool apology to Tony Iommi, crowning highs and self-sabotaging lows, the redemption of a great love story and finding God when he needed him. Plus, guitars, amps, the actual amp settings Victor uses to get his amazing tone, Sudsy Malones, compassion and a TON of really cool stuff. One of my favorites:

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Pentagram’s longest tenured guitar player and founder of Death Row (Pentagram predecessor), Victor dives deep in this extremely cool interview. Some wild stories here including the one about the first guitar Victor was given, by a friend of his father… who was sadly shot that same night!

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Stevie D interview: how he got the gigs with Gilmour, Walsh and CSN… playing with Gilmour, David Crosby & David Bowie… playing virtually non-stop when his career first started, important mentors in his life, playing Echoes with Gilmour & more. Great stuff!

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Stevie D is one of the top drummers in rock, playing for icons like David Gilmour, Joe Walsh, Don Felder, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Loggins & Messina, Chris Robinson and more

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Joel Taylor interview: stories about working & playing with Allan Holdsworth, Jeff Berlin, Andy Summers (hilarious story), Robbie Krieger, Stanley Clarke, Leslie West, Pat Travers, Larry Carlton, Brian Bromberg, Dave Carpenter, Jeff Richman, David Foster, Bobby Kimball... a “Buddy Rich moment,” moving from a small town (pop. 5,000) to Boston, playing trumpet at Carnegie Hall and the triggering event that made him switch to drums (and changed his life), playing (in his underwear) on the Guitar Hero & Rock Band video games, a valuable lesson he learned from his father about making sure he lives a full life, moderation, his love affair with adventure, work ethic, giving to others, Nepal, not being afraid to put yourself out there, and tons more interesting life lessons. GREAT conversation, incredibly genuine and open, a MUST listen!

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Joel Taylor is one of the most versatile first-call drummers in the L.A. studio and touring scene. He’s toured & recorded with artists from every genre of the music world, including: Allan Holdsworth (12 years world tours), Rick Springfield, Andy Summers (world tours 8 years), Joe Sample, Michael Buble’, Gloria Estefan, The Jazz Crusaders, Robbie Krieger, Stanley Clarke, Mike Stern, Eric Marienthal, Jeff Lorber, Herb Alpert, Frank Gambale (13 years world tours), Diane Schuur, Colin Hay (Men at Work), Edgar Winter, Leslie West, Pat Travers, Marco Mendoza, Cristopher Cross, and the following Everyone Loves Guitar guests: Al DiMeola, Robben Ford, Bill Champlin, Doug Bossi, Stu Hamm, Alex Skolnick, Jeff Kollman, Mike Miller, Allen Hinds, Tim Lefebvre, Jimmy Haslip, Otmaro Ruiz, Russell Ferrante... as well as hundreds of others.

He’s on the short list of drummers for legendary producers David Foster, Peter Wolf and Mauricio Guerrero… has performed on numerous film, tv, and video game soundtracks including Gran Torino, Anchorman, Witches of Waverly Place (The Movie), Garfield, Hannah Montana, Guitar Hero II, III, Rock the 80’s and Rock Band video games, as well as hundreds of jingles including Coke, Pepsi, Budweiser, Mac, Mercedes & loads of other major national and international brands.

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Lionel spills the beans in this interview: struggling through obstacles in his native Benin (in West Africa) through his early journey… and the tenacity and belief he had in himself, to overcome them. The intuitive decisions he made which led him through multiple serendipitous events - and how each one contributed to his success. Getting signed to Blue Note, stories about playing with Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Sting & Terrance Blanchard… learning how to speak English (REALLY funny stories!), moving from Benin to Ivory Coast, Paris, & New York, and the culture shock of some of these moves… why his standards of performance are so high, dealing with divorce, leaving his family and friends in a close-knit culture, his latest record “HH” and why it wasn’t easy recording Herbie Hancock’s songs even though he’s played with Herbie for years, learning to find the light in dark situations, cassette tapes, not lying, cooking, learning not to react and so much more. INCREDIBLY cool vibes, very soulful and deep cat

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Lionel picked up the guitar at age 17. He was picked as top Rising Star guitarist in DownBeat magazine's annual Critics Poll in both 2008 & 2009 and has more than eclipsed this accolade - having toured the world as Herbie Hancock’s guitarist since 2006. He is equally adept at acoustic or electric, and you’ll find influences of African music, modern and improvisational jazz in his playing. Lionel has released 9 solo LPs and has done collaborations and been a sideman on dozens of others, working with artists including Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Esperanza Spalding, Richard Bona, Marcus Gilmore, Terence Blanchard, Jack DeJohnette, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Kenny Barron, Wynton Marsalis, Brian Blade, Terri Lyne Carrington, Dennis Chambers, Marcus Miller, Roy Hargrove, John Patitucci, Dianne Reeves, Sting, Nate Smith & many others.

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Ben talks about his amazing experience working with Bowie, and how he got the gig… creating a new “genre” of music with Theo Bleckmann, being more aggressive, why he looks to get out of his comfort zone as often as possible, more. Great convo with a very cool and sincere guy

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One of the most well-respected New York City jazz and improvisational guitarists, for over 30 years... Ben played guitar on David Bowie’s last album, “Blackstar.” He’s performed with Jack McDuff, Marc Johnson, Lee Konitz, Billy Childs, Andrew Cyrille, George Garzone, Paul Motian, Maria Schneider, Marshall Crenshaw & others

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