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BREWtally Speaking Podcast448. Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves / Ex Man Podcast)Join Doc and I as we talk about being far away from families and in Doc's case how it's been to navigate the loss of his parents over the last few years.
We also discuss the Ex Man Podcast, and the journey he's been on with the show. If he's ever looked at it more as a chore than a creative outlet given his super busy touring schedule, as well as if he's ever been close to ending the show.
We talk touring with Ice Nine Kills, how it...2024-05-262h 33BREWtally Speaking Podcast444. Sam Hawkins (Drinks With Johnny Podcast / Sam The Hawk Toys)Join Sam and I in this epic conversation as we get into the nuances of the podcastsing world.
How it's been for the Drinks With Johnny crew from the shows inception to now. Changing how they release episodes, and how Sam joined the show as the booker for the show as well as now being a co host on the show.
Sam and I get into some wrestling talk, how he and Johnny almost were a part of Sting's intro for his final match. A playful rib he had...2024-04-213h 34BREWtally Speaking Podcast411. Lurk (Lambgoat / Vanflip Podcast)Join Lurk and I as we discuss the behind the scenes of buying Lambgoat, how the idea came about in the first place. The process of acquiring one of the most notorious sites in the metal/hardcore community.
Lurk also details what it was like once they took over the site, the realization of cracking open the books and seeing what they actually had bought. How they brainstormed to bring the site up to date, resurrecting old favorites from the site, and what they have in store moving forward.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast333. Matt Stocks (Life in the Stocks / Stoke the Fire Podcast)Join Matt and I as we chat about his recent tour with Keith Buckley, finding meaning in doing our respective podcasts, working in the bar industry and the reconnection of people though communication.
Matt also shares how he has learned to be happy being alone, and if he's potentially self sabotaged his relationships to allow for his nomadic vagabond lifestyle, as well as us talking about weird societal norms of conversation in the work place and if one informs the other, and how a lot of these can be trauma triggers.
We wrap up talking...2022-03-271h 38
BREWtally Speaking Podcast329. Jason Boyd (Audiovent)Jason Boyd, singer for Audiovent, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Join us as the two of us talk about the formation of Audiovent, how his parents were when they had two kids starting bands and touring. What Jason's been up to since the band went on hiatus, and the subsequent reunion shows and what's next for the band.
We also get into some talk about self exploration through therapy, psychedelics and wanting to learn more about yourself as you get older. Maintaining life long friendships, how older bands have ada...2022-02-202h 17BREWtally Speaking Podcast327. Adam Chrisco (Head Coach of Pennsylvania Kings)Adam Chrisco, recently announced head coach for the Pennsylvania Kings is the guest on this episode the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Adam joins us to talk about his life and career playing basketball. Hear about his ascent playing for a JUCO (junior college) team, how some bad choices lead to him spending time jail. Getting out and finding purpose playing basketball again, as well as how he started a team here in Grand Rapids that would eventually become our G League affiliate team. What he hopes to achieve as a head coach for his players, a...2022-02-072h 39BREWtally Speaking Podcast320. Vicky Psarakis (The Agonist)Vicky Psarakis, vocalist of The Agonist, is the guest on this episode of BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Vicky joins me as we discuss a lyric on the bands upcoming ep, Days Before the World Wept, that gets us on a tangent about time and mortality and when we as people notice a shift in perspectives about our own lives and taking ownership of our lives versus life happening to us.
We also talk about the Twitch community and how it's more inclusive and inviting of the various sub genres versus t...2021-12-191h 46BREWtally Speaking Podcast319. Matt Musty (Studio Musician)Matt Musty, current drummer for Train and countless other studio projects, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
After years of trying to get longtime friend Matt on the show, it finally worked out to where we could sit down for an hour and catch up. You'll hear about our experiences touring with one another in Sun and Flesh on a tour I booked over a decade ago helped expand Matt's drumming styles and appreciating the touring situation he's in now.
We also share the...2021-12-061h 10BREWtally Speaking Podcast316. Phil Labonte (All That Remains) ReturnsPhil Labonte, vocalist of All That Remains, returns as a guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!! \\
Phil returns to wax nostalgic about 15 years of their album, The Fall of Ideals. Although it deviates into us talking about video games, issues we have with some of our favorite games, and talking about Internet culture and the impact it's had on our lives.
We do eventually get onto talking about The Fall of Ideals and what it was like recording that record with Adam D, and the hilarity that comes from him...2021-11-141h 41BREWtally Speaking Podcast312. Marko Desantis (Sugarcult)Marko DeSantis, guitarist of Sugarcult, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Marko joins us to reflect on 20 years of their debut album Start Static, but really this is just a fun chat about being a music lover and collector of things that curate your life and memories
Marko intersperses that with stories about the writing and recording of Start Static and more over the bands career and more.
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"Introduction To BREWtality" by Tom Smith
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast304. Frankie Mish (Sleep Waker)Frankie Mish, drummer for Sleep Waker, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Frankie and I discuss some of our history with each other, Sleep Waker played a show in my basement when the band had first started playing around. Which led us to discussing the band signing with UNFD records, and how the band was one of the few that I saw locally that really felt like were a part of a scene with brother bands and so forth, and how it doesn't seem that that's a thing anymore.
We also talk about the meaning...2021-08-221h 28
BREWtally Speaking Podcast303. Dennis DeYoung (Formerly of Styx)Dennis DeYoung, former vocalist of Styx, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Dennis joins us to talk about his latest, and last studio record, East 28 Volume 2. Why he has decided to stop making records, if there was a sense of finality upon completing this album.
DeYoung also shares how he got Tom Morello involved on "The Last Guitar Hero" and his thoughts on if there are a new crop of guitar hero's coming up. We also get into a nice discourse about how Dennis's lyrics were prophetic and changing with the times and still being...2021-08-151h 03
BREWtally Speaking Podcast302. Dee Snider (Twisted Sister)Dee Snider, singer for the legendary Twisted Sister and now his crushing new metal solo albums, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Dee joins us to talk about his latest solo album, To Leave a Scar, and if the success and chances he took on For the Love of Metal encouraged him to take bigger chances on this album.
We also discuss how if his penchant for speaking out against things, and usually being on the right side of the debate years later has bothered him, or made him continue to speak out for those...2021-08-0835 min
BREWtally Speaking PodcastVox and Hops X BREWtally Speaking Podcast Collab EpisodeIt took about 5 years and nearly 300 episodes but the crossover between BREWtally Speaking Podcast and Vox and Hops FINALLY happened.
Listen in as Matt McGachy of Cryptopsy and host of the Vox and Hops podcast sits down with BREWtally Speaking's Jon to talk about first beers, what inspired us to get into podcasting, as well as what we've learned about ourselves from doing a weekly podcast for half a decade.
We also learn about some of our earlier musical influences, and future plans to work with brewers to make a podcast beer....or coffee....or tea and much more.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast301. Matt Carter (Emery)Matt Carter, guitarist of Emery, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Matt joins us as we talk a bit trying to stay up with current podcast technology, what we've learned about ourselves from doing the podcast for a few years, and why Matt loves the podcast medium due to its openness and infancy stages to still learn what it can be.
We also dive into a bit why Matt has learned he doesn't do well working within the normal confines of traditional learning or working environments and much more.
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"Introduction To BREWtality" by...2021-07-251h 25
BREWtally Speaking Podcast292. Porter McKnight (Atreyu)Part 3Porter McKnight, bassist and vocalist of Atreyu returns on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
We joined Porter on his Twitch livestream to do this podcast. We talk about what lead to him getting over his fear of doing things live, showing his art before it's finished, and even starting something from scratch with his twitch community.
We touch on the upcoming Atreyu album, the livestream the band did and how much work Porter heaped on himself doing all the visuals that went on in the background. Moving back home to Alabama with his wife, being a new dog...2021-05-162h 04
BREWtally Speaking Podcast284. Jason Spencer / Drew Rambo (Fueled By Choice)Jason Spencer and Drew Rambo, founder and co founder of Fueled by Choice, are the guests on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Jason and Drew join us to talk about the early days of Wilson, and what lead Jason to pursue another band after he had left a full time touring band, and what led Drew to leaving the band and how it was seeing the band take off from there.
We talk about the impetus for Fueled by Choice, and some of the growing pains of starting a brand from scratch and getting your message across in...2021-03-301h 09
BREWtally Speaking Podcast281. Johnny Christ (Avenged Sevenfold / Drinks With Johnny)Johnny Christ, bassist of Avenged Sevenfold and host of the Drinks With Johnny podcast, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Johnny joins us to discuss his podcast, Drinks With Johnny, which just started posting episodes from Season 3, how the show has morphed from an ancillary thing under the Avenged umbrella to his own thing. We talk about issues with getting guests based on the show name and how he's over come that.
We also talk lots of wrestling, getting to know more about a city and its local flavor by going around and drinking with...2021-03-071h 06
BREWtally Speaking Podcast276. Dewey Halpaus (Peer Pleasure Podcast)Dewey Halpaus, your host with the most from Peer Pleasure Podcast, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Dewey joins us to talk chat about a variety of things such as how he got into the podcasting space, perceived competition between podcasters and how he's not interested in making headlines but more about the magic of the human connection.
Dewey also recounts a time where he had to use the legendary toilet at CBGB's, a tour prank that could've gone HORRIBLY wrong, how he became friends with Chino Moreno and much more.
Intro Music:
"Introduction To...2021-01-312h 15
BREWtally Speaking Podcast256. Josh Newton (Shiner) ReturnsJosh Newton, guitarist for Shiner, returns on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Josh returns to talk about the latest Shiner album, Schadenfreude, which also isn't the first time a project of Josh's had that as an album title, but we get to that, as well as the the process of getting material written for the first new Shiner album in a decade plus, if there was any worries of the band not being able to live up to the expectations that have been heaped on them by long time fans, and what it could do to their legacy.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast255. Theo Van Der Loo (EgoKillTalent)Theo Van Der Loo, guitarist for EgoKillTalent, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Theo and the EgoKillTalent guys may not be household names.....yet, but that doesn't mean this Brazilian hard rock outfit aren't about to make a huge name for themselves.
Theo shares the origins of the band, and how the've been quietly becoming one of the biggest rock bands touring with the likes of Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters and were recently announced as support for System of A Down and Metallica. Theo talks about how the band has been able...2020-08-2356 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast254. Michael Barr (Volumes)Michael Barr, vocalist for Volumes, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Micheal joins us to chat about the bands latest single, Pixelate, and more about the lyrics and the digital age we are all currently engulfed in thanks to social media. We talk about how sneaky and incisive branding has become now. The longterm effects of social media, good and bad, and so much more in this super loose, fun chat.
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"Introduction To BREWtality" by Tom Smith
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast253. Christopher Hall (Stabbing Westward)Christopher Hall, vocalist/guitarist/programmer/producer for Stabbing Westward is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Chris joins us to reminisce about some of the earlier years of Stabbing Westward touring, including a story about getting a tattoo before a show in host Jon's hometown of Grand Rapids MI. We also touch on the differences in music scenes from the mid to late 90's versus now and what we think the cause of the downfall might be.
Chris also opens up about what lead to the end of Stabbing Westward, and how that has informed what...2020-08-091h 00
BREWtally Speaking Podcast252. Matt McAndrew (Slaves)Matt McAndrew, vocalist of Slaves, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Matt joins us to talk about Slaves latest record, To Better Days, and how it's been to release new music with him on it as the new singer. We talk about how involved he was with the writing process, the inevitable comparisons he'll have to Johnny Craig and how that may have informed some of his vocal choices on this record and more.
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"Introduction To BREWtality" by Tom Smith
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast251. Jesse Leach (Killswitch Engage / The Weapon / Times of Grace)Jesse Leach, vocalist for Killswitch Engage, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Jesse is most known as the singer for Killswitch Engage, but has had a pretty prolific, and diverse career, outside of the band he's most associated with. In this long chat we go through all of Jesse's bands, from his earliest bands in Corrin and Nothing Stays Gold all the way to the his newest projects, The Weapon, The Way Back Within, Times of Grace and Dead Trees and everything in between.
This is a deep dive into what has lead Jesse to...2020-07-261h 53
BREWtally Speaking Podcast250. Jesse Zaraska (Misery Signals)Jesse Zaraska, vocalist for Misery Signals, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Jesse returns for an in depth look into his time outside of Misery Signals, how he got into teaching, parallels in being a front man of a band and becoming a teacher, as well as how students and parents react when they find out he was in a band.
Jesse also shares how he felt about the band while he was out of it, how it was to see someone else sing his words and what lead to the eventual Malice X tour...2020-07-191h 56
BREWtally Speaking Podcast249. Chris Garza (Suicide Silence) ReturnsChris Garza, guitarist for Suicide Silence, returns as the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Chris joins us to talk about the bands ambitious virtual world tour, which will see the band play all across the world via the internet. Chris shares how the idea came to be, and some of the logistical issues the band and their crew have had to overcome in order to pull off such an idea.
Chris also shares what the band hopes to do with this platform, in it not only being a live performance but also hopefully showcasing what will...2020-07-1233 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast248. John Mjaaland (Mantric)John Mjaaland, bassist and vocalist for Mantric, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
John joins us to talk about Mantric's latest album, False Negative, how Covid has effected the bands plans to properly support this records release, some insight into the more electronic elements of the new album and more.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast247. Rachel Taylor (He Is We)Rachel Taylor, vocalist of He Is We, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Rachel joins the podcast to talk about the bands latest single, Amazing Grace, the bands first taste of new music in a few years. Rachel also shares the journey of He is We, from being an indie band and gaining popularity in the Myspace days, to having issues with labels/management and bandmates
Rachel opens up about the struggles of having her words and ability to have a voice taken away from her, and how she's overcome all of these obstacles over...2020-06-281h 12
BREWtally Speaking Podcast246. Corey Beaulieu(Trivium)Corey Beaulieu, guitarist for Trivium, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Corey joins us to talk about the bands latest album, What The Dead Men Say, and the decision to continue with the original release date of the record in spite of potential for the album sales to not be as good as initially projected before the pandemic hit. We also discuss wether this pandemic will alter antiquated practices within the music industry, as well as the bands plans for supporting this record since they can't go out and tour behind the release properly and...2020-06-211h 02
BREWtally Speaking Podcast245. Dave Grahs (Pop Evil)Dave Grahs, guitarist for Pop Evil, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Dave joins us to wax a little nostalgia about coming up in the Grand Rapids MI local scene, and offers some tips for unsigned bands on how the band rose through the ranks paying their dues and really putting in a lot of hard work to finally get an opportunity to have their music played on a local radio station here in town, and how they put themselves in a good place to capitalize on their hard work when labels and such started...2020-06-141h 04
BREWtally Speaking Podcast244. Brian Wille (Currents)Brian Wille, vocalist for Currents, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Brian joins us to to talk about the bands latest album, The Way It Ends, and the overwhelmingly positive response to the singles the band has dropped leading up to its release.
Brian also talks about the bands expanding sound, and how it has been writing lyrics over some of these newer sounds, or in some cases, realizing when to let the music do the slaking for him. We also tackle how creative bands are getting in releasing music during this pandemic, and creating...2020-06-0754 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast243. Brendan Murphy (END / Counterparts)Brendan Murphy, vocalist of END and Counterparts, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Brendan rolls out of bed to discuss the foods we miss the most from other states/countries while we are quarantined in our homes, as well as the latest END record, Splinters From An Ever-Changing Face.
Brendan talks about some of the lyrical ideas that run across the record, as well as how the samples the band uses helped convey that narrative to create a more immersive listening experience for the listener. We also go back to the formation of END and...2020-05-311h 15
BREWtally Speaking Podcast242. Ernie C (Body Count)Ernie C, guitarist for the legendary Body Count, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Ernie joins us to talk about the bands latest album, Carnivore, and their working relationship with producer Will Putney, and what he brings to the table that brings out the best in the band.
Ernie also recounts the bands infamous single "Cop Killer" and how the band had been playing it for a few years before it got recorded without any issues. Looking back on the bands 3 decade career, and some other artists Ernie would like to jam with and more.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast241. Joey Bradford (The Used)Joey Bradford, guitarist of The Used, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Joey joins us a week away from the release The Used's latest album, Heartwork, Joey's first with the band. He talks about the writing process with the band, to working with longtime band collaborate and producer John Feldman and how he joined the band and has found his time in it to be.
Bradford also shares news of an upcoming Hell or Highwater EP, his other band with Brandan Saller of Atreyu fame, as well as some solo music he's been releasing, The...2020-05-1752 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast240. Joe Cotela (Ded)Joe Cotela, vocalist for DED, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Joe joins us to talk about the bands micro EP, Mannequin Eyes, and how it feels to finally get some new music out after supporting their debut record for almost 3 years. Cotela shares that it's 2 of the songs from the bands upcoming release, and how hard it was determining which songs would be picked to showcase their new music.
Joe also talks about the visuals behind DED changing, and speaks to the lyrical concepts behind A Mannequin Idol, and what he's been doing to...2020-05-0846 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast239. Willie Adler (Lamb of God)Willie Adler, guitarist for Lamb of God, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Willie joins us to talk ALL about the bands Ghost Walker IPa Non Alcoholic beer, how they joined up with the folks at Brew Dog, and how involved singer Randy Blythe really got in the creation of this beer.
Willie also talks through some fun ways the band may support the launch of this beer when the band can get back out on the road, as well as talks of more beer collabs in the future and more.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast238. Lindsay Manfredi (Cold)Lindsay Manfredi, bassist of Cold, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Linsday joins us to talk about the success of the bands latest single, Quiet Now, and how the song has become a bit of an unexpected hit amid the covid 19 pandemic.
Linsday also opens up about how her and Scooter Ward met, and being a long time Cold fan before she was even in the band, to starting to make candles based on Cold song and what we can expect from her upcoming book "UNFUCKWITHABLE: A Guide to Inspired Badassery" and more!!
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast237. Mikey Carvajal (Islander)Mikey Carvajal, vocalist of Islander, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Mikey joins us to talk talk about the bands latest single, their cover of R.E.M's "It's The End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)" and how they hope the sales generated from it will help those effected from the Covid 19 pandemic.
Mikey shares with us how the band has found being on a label and having to put out songs on someone else's timeline. If the bands fast friendships with members of POD and Korn have helped...2020-04-261h 02
BREWtally Speaking Podcast236. Chuck Billy (Testament)Chuck Billy, singer of thrash legends Testament, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Chuck joins us to talk about the bands latest album, Titans of Creation and how the band has really been unwavering their sound over the last few albums and most of their careers.
Chuck also shares how he pushed himself vocally on this album and some of the lyrical themes going on throughout Titans of Creation, as well as where the band stands as far as following in Slayer's footsteps of thinking about the end of the band and more.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast235. Jb Brubaker (August Burns Red)JB Brubaker, guitarist for August Burns Red, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
JB joins us to talk about the bands upcoming album, Guardians, how the band was able to push themselves into some new territories on it. Being a band that featured traditional guitar solo's when it wasn;t normal to do such, and being one of the guitar heroes for a new generation.
We also touch on the bands legacy, sports, beer and we touch on the conrovirus and how it would possibly effect the bands touring, this just 24 hours removed from when...2020-04-1255 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast234. Justin Foley (Killswitch Engage)Justin Foley, drummer for Killswitch engage, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Justin sits down with us backstage before Killswitch Engage's show in Grand Rapids MI, to discuss the bands latest album, Atonement, and the renewed energy the band had making their first album for new label Metal Blade Records.
Justin recalls when he found out about two of his drumming influences, Neal Peart of Rush and Sean Reinart of Cynic, and we get into a little Blood Has Been Shed talk and more.
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"The Signal Fire" by Killswitch Engage
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast233. Ben Jorgensen (Armor For Sleep)Ben Jorgensen, guitarist and singer for Armor For Sleep, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Ben joins us to talk about the bands upcoming 15 year anniversary tour for their landmark album, What To Do When You Are Dead, by looking back on the album as a whole.
Ben shares stories of working with producer Machine on the album and what intangibles he brought to the experience. Ben also talks about the freedom to work on this album and how that allowed the band to write a very ambitious concept record. Coming up alongside bands like...2020-03-291h 21
BREWtally Speaking Podcast231. Dennis Lyxzen (Refused)Dennis Lyxzen, singer of legendary hardcore/punk band Refused, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Dennis joins us for an intimate chat on the back of the bands bus on a stop on their headlining tour to talk about their latest album, War Music, and how fans seem to respond more positively to it versus their last record, Electra. Dennis discusses the pressures and unreleastic expectations of following up their landmark album, The Shape of Punk to Come, and if the band thrives on tense recording situations to make better music.
Dennis also talks about...2020-03-2256 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast229. Telle Smith (The Word Alive)Telle Smith, vocalist of The Word Alive, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Telle joins us backstage on their run with Falling In Reverse to talk about the bands latest album, Monomania, and a bit about the album title and how it correlates to the rest of the themes on the record.
Telle also shares how being able to look back at the bands 10 year career has helped inform them where they want to go, as well as how being touted as one of the scenes best looking and best singer has impacted him over...2020-03-0854 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast228. Andrew Tkaczyk (The Ghost Inside / One Decade)Andrew Tkaczyk, drummer for The Ghost Inside and his instrumental band One Decade, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Andrew invites us into his home to talk more in depth about his One Decade project, how it came about, and we get a bit more in depth behind the meanings behind each track on the Coma Visions ep.
Andrew also shares some news about working with Will Putney on the upcoming The Ghost Inside record, and how Will pushed Andrew to actually record all of his drum parts himself, and what we can expect with...2020-03-011h 22
BREWtally Speaking Podcast227. Adam De Micco (Lorna Shore) Pt 2Adam De Micco, guitarist of Lorna Shore, returns for part 2 of our chat on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Adam returns to talk more about the recording process of the bands latest album, Immortal. The overwhelming success of it in its first week of being out. He also recounts having kidney stones while recoding Immortal, and if being isolated in the winter in Michigan helped create the isolated vibe of the record.
Adam also talks about would ever continue as an instrumental band, after playing one such show recently, and more.
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"Death Portrait" " by Lorna Shore
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast226. Adam De Micco (Lorna Shore) Pt 1Adam De Micco, guitarist of Lorna Shore, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Adam joins us to talk about the bands latest album, Immortal, and how it was working with Josh Schroeder and how working with a producer of who's more involved in the song writing process allowed the band to make one of their best album too date.
We also touch on the issues surrounding the band and how worried De Micco was if this album would even see the light of day, if there were ever any considerations to release the album solely...2020-02-2341 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast224. Jesse Zaraska (Misery Signals) Top 5 AlbumsJesse Zaraska, vocalist of Misery Signals is the guest of this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Jesse joins us for the first part in our series with the Misery Signals guys to explore the top 5 albums that influenced each the members of the band.
So joins us as we delved deeper into the influences of Misery Signals.
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"A Victim, A Target" by Misery Signals
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast223. AJ Channer (Fire From The Gods)Aj Channer, vocalist for Fire From The Gods, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Aj joins us on an off date in Minnesota on the Five Finger Death Punch/Bad Wolves tour they were on right before the tour was canceled.
We talked about how the bands latest album, American Sun, and the decision to put it out at the tail end of the year as opposed to waiting for the new year. If the band felt any fatigue in sitting on their record for so long. working with FFDP guitarist Zoltan, and if having...2020-02-091h 02
BREWtally Speaking Podcast222. Mickey Avalon/Simon Rex (Astronomicon 2020)Mickey Avalon and Simon Rex are our guests on this double feature episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Mickey and Simon will be guests at the 2020 Astronomicon happening Feb 7th - 9th at the Wyndham Gardens in Sterling Heights MI. Get tickets and all information at www.astronomicon.com.
First up is Mickey Avalon who came into popularity with his infectious singles, Jane Fonda and My Dick, in the beginnings of the Myspace days and talks about those songs longevity, sustaining a career over the last 10+ years and what's in store for new music and touring. We also touch on...2020-02-0252 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast221. Clint Lowery (Sevendust)Clint Lowery is the guest this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast
Clint joins us to talk about his upcoming debut solo album, God Bless The Renegades, and why it felt like the right time to finally put out music under his own name.
He also talks about the differences in writing something for himself versus his other outlets, gearing up for his upcoming tour with Alter Bridge and what fans can expect from his live shows and much more.
Intro Music:
"Kings" by Clint Lowery
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast220. Mark Vollelunga (Nothing More)Mark Vollelunga, guitarist for Nothing More, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Mark invites us to the back of the Nothing More bus to crack some beers and shoot the shit about the tour the band was on with Ghost, the prank they had in store for the band where they'd dress up as ghostbusters.
We also enjoy some tasty MI craft beers and discuss some of Mark's favorite beers he's had touring all over the world, what makes for a great drinking song and more in this super fun, loose chat.
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast219. Michael Starr (Steel Panther)Michael Starr, vocalist of glam metal rockers Steel Panther is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Michael Starr joins the podcast to talk about the bands latest album, Heavy Metal Rules, the mixed reactions the album has gotten from critics and fans alike.
Michael also talks about how the band is active in picking talented up and coming bands for their tours and showing them the ropes. Starr also opens up about how some bands are afraid to align themselves with Steel Panther's booze/drugs/women image for fear of backlash and much more.
Intro Music:
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast217. Tom Smith (The Acacia Strain)PT 1Tom Smith, guitarist of The Acacia Strain, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast, and is part 1 of our two parter with him.
We sit down with Tom in the bands van while on their last headline run to talk about the bands upcoming plans to drop a surprise EP, which is out now, and why the band chose to be so adventurous and self record an EP that's different from the "norm" from the band while also still doing a normal full length.
We talk about Tom's recent engagement, and how it's been for him...2020-01-051h 04
BREWtally Speaking Podcast215. Jyrki69 (69 Eyes)Jyrki69 vocalist of Hellsinki's own 69 Eyes is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Jyrki joins co host Jon to talk about their latest album, West End. Jyrki talks about how he was able to get Dani Filth, Wednesday 13 and Calico Cooper to appear on the record. How the band has been able to keep their sound consistent for 30 years, despite Jyrki admittedly trying to take it other directions at times.
We touch on the 30 years of 69 eyes, how signing with Dez Fafara of Oracle Management has reinvigorated the band and made them realize they should embrace...2019-12-221h 01
BREWtally Speaking Podcast214. Aaron Gillespie (The Almost/Underoath)Aaron Gillespie of The Almost and Underoath fame is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Aaron joins us for one of the most off the cuff chats we've ever had on the show, from talking about from talking about having how Apple is slowly taking over lives, to our mutual love of vinyl and why we enjoy it.
We also touch on why podcasts are a great medium for artists to express themselves in a long form format, how the way you eat a piece of cake says about you as a person and getting older...2019-12-151h 22
BREWtally Speaking Podcast213. Tommy Victor (Prong)Tommy Victor, singer and guitarist of legendary metal/hardcore band Prong is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Tommy joins us to talk about the bands upcoming EP, Age of Defiance. Why he chose to release an EP versus a proper full length, and gives his thoughts on how the industry has shifted in this regard.
Tommy also shares the backlash that resulted in the band having a successful hit in "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck" and how the band still hasn't recovered from it and much more.
Intro Music:
"End of Sanity" by Prong
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast212. Frank Fanelli (The World We Knew)ReturnsFrank Fanelli, vocalist for The World We Knew, returns on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Frank joins us to talk about the upcoming The World We Knew reunion shows, and why he chose to get the band back together after their hiatus. Frank talks about working behind the scenes to get back the rights to the bands music and what's changed since the bands been gone.
We talk about what fans can expect this time around for TWWK and get into some posi talk about being an underdog and fighting your way to achieve success in an industry...2019-11-301h 13
BREWtally Speaking Podcast211. Mike Mushok (Saint Asonia/Staind)Mike Mushok, guitarist for Saint Asonia and Staind, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Mike joins us to talk about Saint Asonia's latest album, Flawed Design. We get into finally getting out the long awaited follow up to the bands self titled debut. FINALLY working with fellow Ma resident, Sully Erna and how that came to be. The growth of the band and what fans can expect from the live set.
We also get into some gear talk, Patriots football, Staind playing with full production at this years Louder Than Life and more.
Intro Music:
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast210. Doc Coyle Returns (Bad Wolves)Doc Coyle, guitarist of Bad Wolves and host of the Ex Man Podcast is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Doc sits down with us during their tour with Papa Roach to talk a bit about the bands commitment to being road dogs and what went into choosing their first single from their latest album, N.A.T.I.O.N.
Doc talks about what he's learned in his time of doing his Ex Man Podcast, and how he wants it to be more than just an interview based show, but a conversation. We also find...2019-11-1753 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast209. Ivan Moody (Five Finger Death Punch)Ivan Moody, vocalist of Five Finger Death Punch, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Ivan joins us to talk about his new line of CBD and non CBD health and wellness products, Moody's Medicinals. Ivan shares how he got into using CBD's and the healing properties of marijuana.
What he's learned about the business side of things of getting into this industry. The stigma still attached to CBD/marijuana products and being a voice for advocacy and teaching people about the positive effects these products can have, and not just cashing in on a new...2019-11-1034 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast208. Judge Smith (Mothership)Judge Smith, drummer for Mothership, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Judge joins his Jon to shoot the shit while the band was on tour with Overkil and Death Angel. We talk about getting to tour with legendary bands and what kinds of wisdom they've taken from their time getting to know these people while out on the road.
We talk a bit about them coming close to winning the opportunity to open for Metallica, and what that experience was like. We get into the hardships of being gone from your family when out on...2019-11-031h 05
BREWtally Speaking Podcast207. William DuVall (Alice in Chains)William DuVall, singer for Alice In Chains, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
William joins co host Jon to talk about his newest solo album, One Alone. We talk about the writing process of the album, and how he intentionally kept it so minimal. How challenging it was to make this a solo and self release, and the pros and cons of being DIY.
We get into some other musical genres that William would like to tackle down the road and get an update on Giraffe Tongue Orchestra and more.
Intro Music:
"Till The Light...2019-10-2756 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast206. Matt Fazzi (Rare Futures/Ex Taking Back Sunday)Matt Fazzi, vocalist/guitairst/keyboardist of Rare Futures is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Matt joins us to talk about Rare Futures' live album of their "This Is Your Brain On Love" album, and why the band choose to release a live version of the album a few years later. Matt discusses the plans for Rare Futures and how all aspects of the band is done for a reason, from the bands logo, to the visuals the band uses on their website and more.
We also get into how Matt came to join Taking Back...2019-10-201h 53
BREWtally Speaking Podcast205. Corey Unger (Blood Has Been Shed)Corey Unger, guitarist for Blood Has Been Shed, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Corey joins co host Jon on the heels of the headline making chat with Light The Torch/Blood Has Been Shed singer Howard Jones, to talk more in depth about the legacy of BHBS, what's going on with this unreleased album, what it sounds like.
We also talk about being ahead of the the curve with where metal was at the time of BHBS, his thoughts on the band abruptly ending and how close we've come to a reunion show and...2019-10-131h 20
BREWtally Speaking Podcast204. Briton Bond (Wage War)Briton Bond vocalist of Wage War is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Briton joins co host Jon as they reflect on the bands set at this years Sonic Temple Festival, and being the band that sets the tone for the bigger bands playing after them.
We talk about the bands latest album, Pressure, and the emphasis the band put on writing the best songs they could. Working with outside songwriters, Briton really working on improving his vocal range, and singing for the first time on record, as well as some unlikely influences and more.
Intro...2019-10-0642 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast203. John Marino (Circle Back)John Marino, vocalist for Circle Back is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
John joins co host Dan to do an track by track commentary for the bands latest album, Terminus. Listen in as the two break down the lyrical themes and concepts for the new album and some of John's inspirations vocally and much more.
Intro Music:
"Terminus" by Circle Back
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast202. Brian "Head" Welch (Korn)Korn guitarist Brian "Head" Welch is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Brian chats with co host Jon to talk about his documentary Loud Krazy Love. How hard it hear some of the comments from Jonathan on the him finding his faith. How it was seeing his daughter go through her own issues, relearning who Brian was once he was no longer in Korn.
We also touch on the upcoming Love & Death album and the legacy Korn has with it's long time fans and much more.
Intro Music:
"You'll Never Find Me" by Korn
"Pretty Lights"...2019-09-1858 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast201. Andrew Mikhail (Serpents) ReturnsAndrew Mikhail of Serpents returns on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Andrew catches up with co host Jon when he was in Grand Rapids. The two talk about Andrew finally releasing Temet Nosce, how it felt to be back in the city that shaped the narrative of the album.
We also talk about self releasing the album, how Andrew didn't compromise his vision for the album, keeping that focus in anything and everything related to Serpents, and much more.
Intro Music:
"The Sunset and the Silhouette" by Serpents
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast200. Chris Dudley (Underoath)Chris Dudley, samples and keyboardist for Underoath is the 200th guest on this milestone episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Chris sits down with co host Jon to talk about being on tour with legendary bands like Alice in Chains and Korn. If he realizes his band is that iconic for the bands they take out on tour with them.
We also talk about what it was like scoring a film, giving up security of a normal job for a life back in a touring band. If Underoath is writing new music and so much more.
Hosts Dan and Jon...2019-09-071h 35
BREWtally Speaking Podcast199. Acey Slade(Dope/MurderDolls)Acey Slade, bassist for Dope, guitarist for MurderDolls, ex Joan Jett and Misfits is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Acey Sits down with co host Jon at a stop on the Static X tour Dope is on. We talk about the current string of gigs Acey has done with The Misfits and what it's been like to play these huge shows with one of the most iconic punk bands of all time, and if any of this surprises him.
We touch on his love of photography, how he got into the coffee business and his...2019-09-011h 03
BREWtally Speaking Podcast198. Hank From Hell (Ex Turbonegro)Hank From Hell, formerly of Turbonegro, is our guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Hank joins co host Jon to talk about his comeback solo album, Egomania, and what inspired Hank to come back from a self imposed hiatus to save rock and roll. The importance of touring the states and other territories that Turbonegro didn't hit much.
We also touch on Hank being one of the first inspirations for body positivity for chubby men everywhere and where the confidence to do such came from, and if selling your excess skin as a wallet is legal and...2019-08-2846 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast197. John Dyer Baizley (Baroness)John Dyer Baizley, vocalist/guitarist of Baroness is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
John joins co host Jon to discuss the bands newest album, Gold & Grey, and how the band continues to raise the bar with their releases in spite of having new members added to the fold. We also get into if John knew this would be the last album In the chromatic themed series, and if there are any plans for a box set of all the material now that it's all done.
We also touch on John's graphic design career and what's...2019-08-251h 06
BREWtally Speaking Podcast196. Howard Jones (Light The Torch/Blood Has Been Shed)Howard Jones, vocalist for Light The Torch, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Howard Jones joins hosts Dan and Jon to talk about the recent string of shows the band had been playing, the interesting things the fans were saying in between songs, and how it's been to finally support the bands debut album, Revival.
We also get into what's been going on with the long rumored Blood Has Been Shed album, and get Howard's take on the legacy of the band and more.
Intro Music:
"Greetings From The Gallows" by Blood Has Been Shed
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast195. Biggie (Good Fight Entertainment)Nick "Biggie" Grimaldi is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Biggie is a partner over at Good Fight Entertainment, and manages such bands as Every Time I Die, Knocked Loose, Circa Survive and more. We find out how Biggie got into the music industry and what lead him into a career managing bands.
We also touch on the hardcore/metal industry and get Biggie's take on bands like The Ghost Inside and Have Heart playing to thousands and if it's a sign of an upswing in the industry or an anomaly. We also dig into how...2019-08-181h 02
BREWtally Speaking Podcast194. John 5 (Rob Zombie)Guitar Virtuoso John 5 joins us on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
John joins co host Jon to talk about his latest solo album, Invasion, and how carefully he crafted this collection of songs. We get into a bit of gear talk, and what wild ideas John has in store for his next custom guitar.
John also shares his thoughts on the KISS farewell tour, and if he thinks the original band will get together at any point on this run, and SO MUCH MORE!!!
Intro Music:
"Invasion"by John 5
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast193. John Cooper (Skillet)John Cooper, vocalist and bassist for Skillet is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
John joins co host Dan a few days before the release of their latest album, Victorious, to talk about the how the new single and Skillet's diverse sound over the years.
They also touch on Skillet getting out of the Christian rock realm, and how the band found freedom to push the boundaries of their sound once they found more mainstream success.
Dan and Jon talk about one of the recent mass shootings and how the media was quick to blame The...2019-08-111h 01
BREWtally Speaking Podcast192. Eric Guenther (The Contortionist)Eric Guenther, keyboardist for progressive metal band The Contortionist is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Eric joins co host Jon to talk about the bands upcoming EP, Our Bones, and how why the band chose to put out an EP versus a full length. Eric also dives into the bands writing process, and touches on the bands evolving sound.
The guys also talk about how the band landed on covering a Smashing Pumpkins song for the EP, and what other songs were in the running and the possibility of some new From Exile material in...2019-08-0452 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast191. Neal Tiemann (DevilDriver)Neal Tiemann, guitarist for DevilDriver, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Neal joins co host Jon to talk about the the bands upcoming concept double album, what the concept is about and how it came to be. The output of DD in the short time Neal has been in the band.
The guys also touch on the Static X tour, Neal learning some Coal Chamber material to jamming with Dez's son, Simon and a bit about Burn Halo and Hell or Highwater and more.
Intro Music:
"Trust No One" by Devildriver
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast190. Aaron Friesen (Means)Aaron Friesen, drummer for Canadian Post Hardcore band Means, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Aaron joins co host Dan as they run through the formative years of Means, or Means 2 An End as they were known back then. We find out what caused the shift in the bands sound that would see them sign with Facedown records and become more of a melodic hardcore/post hardcore band.
What lead to the band calling it a day, and we find out how close the band has come to reuniting over the last few years and...2019-07-281h 02
BREWtally Speaking Podcast189. Nikki Misery (New Years Day)Nikki Misery, guitarist for New Years Day, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Nikki joins co host Jon for a quick chat talking about the bands latest success with their newest album, Unbreakable. Working with outside song writers, and the stigma that's been attached with that. Nikki also talks about getting the seal of approval from Vinnie Paul on their acoustic cover of Pantera's "Fuckin Hostile" and much more.
Intro Music:
"Shut Up" by New Year's Day
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast188. Beau Bokan (Blessthefall)Beau Bokan, vocalist for Blessthefall, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Beau joins co host Jon to talk about the bands latest single with EDM artist Kayzo, and how that collaboration happened, to if he thinks dropping singles is better in todays musical landscape.
We also learn how Beau is able to balance his touring/professional life when his spouse, singer songwriter Lights, also has a very demanding career as well. Jon and Beau talk a bit about how to be supportive of your spouses careers, while being focused on yours and and not have...2019-07-2141 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast187. Will Putney (Fit For An Autopsy/END/Producer)Will Putney, raconteur of all things metal is the guitarist in Fit For An Autopsy, producer extraordinaire, and creator of his signature series guitar and bass plug in software, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Will takes some time out of his busy schedule to discuss his new signature STL Will Putney guitar and bass plug ins software, the process of making it, and finding the balance of it being ready to use right out the box for producers and musicians alike.
We also get into Will's producing career, working with Armor For Sleep on...2019-07-1756 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast186. Brandon Saller (Atreyu/Hell or Highwater/American Gentlemen)Brandon Saller of Atreyu/Hell or Highwater and American Gentlemen is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Brandon sits down with co host Jon at recent stop on the Spring Invasion Tour to talk about the success of the bands latest record and touring cycle. We get into Brandon's various musical endeavors and the roles he has within them all, as well as what he's been able to apply from each project to the other.
The guys also touch on Atreyu's 20 year career, and what's in store for the band going forward and more.
Intro Music:
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast185. Matty Mullins Returns(Memphis May Fire)Matt Mullins returns as the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Matty sits down with co host Jon before their show in Detroit supporting Pop Evil. The guys catch up on what Memphis May Fire has been up to since the last chat, as well as finding the balance of work and personal life and working with his wife on various charitable endeavors and more.
Intro Music:
"Heavy Is The Weight" by Memphis May Fire
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast184. Reb Beach (Whitesnake/Winger)Reb Beach, guitarist for Whitesnake and Winger respectively is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Reb joins co host Jon to discuss Whitesnake's upcoming album, Flesh and Blood, how it was working with co guitarist Joel Hoekstra for the first time on a record. The challenges of incorporating new music into Whitesnake's live set, and how the new material is going over.
The guys also discuss upcoming plans for new Winger material, as well as solo stuff from Reb and much more!!
Intro Music:
"Well I Never" by Whitesnake
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast183. Mixi (Stitched Up Heart)Mixi, singer of Stitched Up Heart, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Mixi joins co host Jon backstage on at a Sold Out stop on the Godsmack/Volbeat tour to discuss the bands latest song, 'Lost', and what kind of tone that song sets for their upcoming release. Working with Godsmack's own Sully Erna on that song, and what Mixi was able to learn form working with him.
We also dive into Mixi's time winning a reality music show and putting out a pop record, and what she learned about herself from the experience, as...2019-07-0142 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast182. Phil Labonte Returns (All That Remains)Phil Labonte, vocalist for All That Remains, returns as the guest on the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Phil joins hosts Dan, via skype, and Jon to talk about internet trolls, how ATR has been able to navigate the touring world with footing in the hard rock/metal realm and more active rock as well. Being one of the last bands to really get on the metal core train and if they've been writing with Jason yet and more.
Intro Music:
"Chiron" by All That Remains
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast181. Danny Worsnop (Asking Alexandria)Danny Worsnop is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Danny joins co host Jon on the last date of his solo tour in support of his latest solo record, Shades of Blue. Danny talks about the differences in approach to this record versus The Long Road Home, and how that allowed him to write a more honest record. How the reception to the record has been.
The guys also talk a bit about Danny's free spirt nature of traversing the music industry, how he's able to separate work and personal time with juggling so many business...2019-06-2347 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast177. Sonic Temple 2019 Part 1This is part 1 of the 3 part 2019 Sonic Temple Festival recap on the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
In this episode are the chats we did with Manuel from Zeal and Ardor, Joel Stroetzel from Killswitch Engage, Briton and Seth of Wage War, Kyle Konkiel from Bad Wolves and Griffin and Ryan from SHVPES.
These chats go all over the place, from talking about Meshuggah with Kyle, to Joel's acoustic side project Brothers Born. We also get into the diversity of Zeal and Ardors music, and the most surprising part of the bands career with Manuel, and the mishaps the guys in SHVPES...2019-06-051h 16
BREWtally Speaking Podcast156. Robb Rivera (Nonpoint)Returns!!Robb Rivera, drummer for Nonpoint, returns on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Robb joins podcast co host Jon to discuss the band working on their latest album, X, during a "hiatus". How that time to work away from the general public waiting for it allowed them to really create what Robb describes as the bands best album to date.
We get into Robb's time on Shiprocked and how a bad performance of a Metallica song on the cruise really shook his confidence, and what he did to overcome that. His love of vinyl, and championing music/bands he...2019-03-271h 04
BREWtally Speaking Podcast155. Michael Wilton (Queensryche)Michael "Whip" Wilton, guitarist for Queensryche is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Michael joins podcast host Jon at a stop on the bands The Verdict tour to discuss the bands latest album, why they chose to go back to producer Chris "Zuess" Harris for this record. Michael also talks a bit about the Pledge Music situation, how it has hurt Queensryche's name in the eyes of their fans and MUCH MORE!!
Intro Music:
"Blood of the Levant" by Queensryche
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast153. Nothing MoreDaniel Oliver and Mark Vollelunga of Nothing More are the guests on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Podcast co host Jon was able to sit down with Daniel and Mark during a tour stop in Grand Rapids MI to talk about the bands newest album, "The Stories We Tell Ourselves", being the most unheard of multiple Grammy nominated band ever....according to the internet. The possibility of a remix album, new Nothing More material and MUCH MORE!!
Intro Music:
"This Is The Time" by Nothing More
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast151. Phil Labonte (All That Remains)ReturnsPhil Labonte, vocalist for All That Remains returns as the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Podcast co host Jon was able to catch up with Phil while the band was opening for In Flames and discuss the commercial and critical success of the bands latest album, Victim Of The New Disease. They also touch on how this album impacts the legacy of Oli Herbert, who tragically had passed away shortly before the release of the album, and the Grammy's omitting Oli and Vinnie Paul from their memorial piece.
Phil recounts his time filling in for Five...2019-03-1145 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast150. Michael Beinhorn (Producer)Legendary producer Michael Beinhorn is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Michael joins podcast co host Jon to talk about his new business venture of helping bands with their pre production/song writing.
We talk about some of the classic albums that Michael has worked on over his illustrious career. From the importance of having Geezer Butler play on the "OZZmosis" record, to some of the lineup issues he faced when working with HOLE on "Celebrity Skin".
We also touch on working with Marilyn Manson on one of his most diverse albums, "Mechnical Animals" to Beinhorn's...2019-03-061h 24
BREWtally Speaking Podcast148. Sal Abruscato (A Pale Horse Named Death/Type O Negative/Life Of Agony)Sal Abruscato, guitarist and vocalist for A Pale Horse Named Death is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!!
Sal joins podcast co host Jon to talk about APHND's latest album, When The World Becomes Undone.
The two also dive into APHND's formation during the lean years of touring with Life of Agony, how the tumultuous end of his time in LOA, compounded with one of his daughters being born disabled shaped the latest albums lyrics, and talking a bit about the legacy of Type O Negative and Peter Steele and MUCH MORE!!
Intro Music:
"Love The...2019-02-2658 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast144. Frankie Palmeri (Emmure)Frankie Palmeri, vocalist for Emmure, is our guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast!
Frankie joins hosts Dan and Jon to discuss a myriad of topics ranging from Frankie's recent foray into the podcast realm to the worlds dependency on technology. We get pretty trippy on this topic and even talk a bit about how the rest of the world views the US.
We also get into a bit about the upcoming Static-X reunion tour/album news and SO MUCH MORE.
Intro Music:
"You Asked For It" by Emmure
"Pretty Lights" by Heartsick
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BREWtally Speaking Podcast140. Alfonso Civile (Heartsick)Alfonso Civile, vocalist for Heartsick, is the guest on this episode of the BREWtally Speaking Podcast.
Podcast hosts Dan and Jon chat with Alfonso about the news making lineup change with ILL Nino, a band that Alfonso had actually been tapped to replace the bands original lead singer.
The guys discuss how Alfonso came onto Dave Chavarri's, drummer for ILL Nino, radar. How Dave had asked Alfonso to be the frontman for his side project, Terror Universal. Why Alfonso turned down that offer, and how he got thrown into the mix to be the new singer for a childhood inspiration...2019-01-1856 min
BREWtally Speaking Podcast139. Ryan Wombacher (Bleeding Through/Light The Torch)Ryan "Womby" Wombacher is the guest on this episode of BREWtally Speaking Podcast!
Podcast hosts Dan and Jon chat with Ryan about the past year that both Bleeding Through and Light the Torch had. How it's been juggling the two bands, including having to miss his first Bleeding Through show due to being on tour with Light The Torch.
The guys get into a bit of the hardships Light The Torch went through with a name change in the midst of building their new band in the first place. Old tour stories from the formative years of Bleeding Through and...2019-01-131h 09