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Jeff Schroeder - Smashing Pumpkins, "Focus on the MUSIC during the DARK TIMES..." Apr 05, 2022

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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 "I'd be DEAD if I DIDN'T GET OUT" Prod/Eng Van Halen, Motley Crue, Dio, REM, Doobies Apr 01, 2022

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On this Ross Hogarth interview: Moving to California on his own and growing his entire career by being "of service"… great stories about working with Eddie & Wolf Van Halen, David Lindley, Jackson Browne, Bob Glaub, The Captain & Tennille, Keb'Mo', Ziggy Marley, Edgar Winter, REM, Motley Crue, John Mellencamp & his band, James McMurtry, Dio & more… Insight he picked up from his parents, who both had unique careers & outlooks on life… listening to learn - learning to listen, being kind, becoming more tolerant, Hawaii, not having a "Plan B," and LOADS more cool stuff from someone who's been DEEP in the trenches with hundreds of artists over the years. Authentic and cool!

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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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Oz Noy "I still LOVE to present MUSIC..." Mar 29, 2022

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Oz is a well-known NYC jazz, funk, blues and fusion player who's originally from Israel. Oz talks about his new album, Booga Looga Loo - how he wrote the concept for it, and his song-writing methods… why he prefers in-studio "live" recordings over tracking at home, his post-production routine, and more. Interesting convo: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts! http://www.GuitarMerch.com

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"I'm ALWAYS a practicing OPTIMIST…" Scott Matthews Mar 25, 2022

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On this Scott Matthews interview, how Hendrix changed his life, getting Robert Plant to sing on his 2nd album, putting 19 songs on his first record, why he didn't sing until his late 20's, The Cotswolds, dealing with loss, Ballerina Lake, being more empathetic, learning to be a parent, and the backstory behind some of his best songs

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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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"You fucking guitar players, with your E and your A..." Troy VanLeeuwen - Queens of The Stone Age, Gone Is Gone Mar 22, 2022

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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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"You CAN'T LET things like THIS RUIN YOUR LIFE…" Riley Couzzourt, The Georgia Thunderbolts Mar 18, 2022

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"Ya'll want to CUT A RECORD in Glasgow, Kentucky?…" On this Riley Couzzourt interview: From playing local restaurants and bars to opening for Deep Purple, the Georgia Thunderbolts are on their way! A shy kid from a small town in Georgia, Riley spent time hunting & fishing in the woods when he got the music bug. One he connected with the other members of the Thunderbolts though, he was "all in." Riley talks about losing his mom when he was 12, and why you can't let the negative run your life… his enthusiasm and gratitude over the progress the band is making, the smartest man in the music industry, bass fishing, ass-crack-itis, family, and why it's so important to just Be Kind. GREAT conversation with this up-and-coming awesome picker from a powerful new band!

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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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"Make your OWN MISTAKES" Gus G - Ozzy Osbourne, Firewind Mar 15, 2022

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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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"You can't get on stage with BILLY IDOL and WEAR SWEAT PANTS..." Steve Stevens Mar 08, 2022

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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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"I SMOKED CRACK with MY DAD at 15…" Mike Squires: Duff McKagan's Loaded "I went to Seattle & BECAME A GRAVE DIGGER…" Mar 04, 2022

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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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Why it DIDN'T WORK OUT with Paul McCARTNEY - Kevin Armstrong: David Bowie, Iggy Pop Mar 01, 2022

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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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