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Tape SpaghettiBlood, Bats & The Beatles: From Rabies Shots to Ringo SlanderWhat do Ozzy’s bat biting, Mama Cass’ "death sandwich", and Phil Collins' gristly eyewitness account have in common?
You are about to find out!
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott untangle the absurd, fascinating world of pop music myths that have outlived the truth—and sometimes even the music.
From Keith Richards’ vampiric "detox secret", the truth behind Roy Orbison’s sunglasses, to the long-forgotten tale of Billy Idol’s (mostly) made-up dark side, they dive into why certain urban legends stick, and how they become part of a musician’s my...2025-07-1559 minTape SpaghettiGarth Brooks vs. The Internet: A Country- Fried ConundrumHe ruled the ’90s, outsold The Beatles (in the U.S.), and filled every arena in sight—so why is Garth Brooks’ music nearly impossible to find in 2025?
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dive into the curious case of Garth: how the most successful country megastar of all time quietly vanished from the digital conversation.
From his exclusive Wal-Mart distribution deal to his current Prime-only existence, Garth took a left turn just as the industry shifted right.
The guys explore how his stubborn and unique approach has shaped his legacy...2025-07-081h 34Tape SpaghettiFrank Sinatra, Judas Priest & Billie Holiday: Songs That Kill?In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dive face-first into music’s weirdest death rumors and darkest true stories.
There’s the tearjerker blamed for a wave of suicides, a karaoke tune so deadly it practically needs a warning label, and a funk song with a scream that allegedly captured a murder on tape. Fun!
They unpack the infamous Judas Priest trial, where lawyers tried to prove metal made teens pull the trigger.
They explore SoundCloud rap’s tragic body count, AI-generated TikTok horror tracks, and the age-old human need to blame...2025-07-011h 07Tape SpaghettiDo NOT Listen to This EpisodeWhat do Frank Zappa, Dee Snider, and John Denver have in common? A fierce love of the First Amendment.
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott unpack the strange, star-studded circus that was the 1985 PMRC Senate hearings, where musicians faced off against Tipper Gore and her crusade for warning labels on music.
Digging into the bizarre unity of avant-garde snark, glam metal fury, and folk-pop sincerity, the guys discuss how this unlikely free-speech dream team of artists spoke truth to power in front of a room full of very serious senators.
Wh...2025-06-241h 27Tape SpaghettiKris Kristofferson: Country’s Real-Life SuperheroBoxer. Helicopter pilot. Rhodes Scholar. Country legend. Kris Kristofferson’s résumé reads like an impossible Hollywood movie.
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott marvel at the unbelievable life of one of music’s most fascinating figures —a man who went from Army Ranger to Oxford scholar to Nashville janitor to global icon.
Kristofferson could outbox you, outthink you, outfly you, and then write a song that rips your heart out.
The guys cover his wild journey through academia, the military, outlaw country, and Hollywood, plus his advocacy and late-in-life recogniti...2025-06-171h 19Tape SpaghettiNirvana vs The World: In Utero & The Sound Of Self DestructionAfter Nevermind conquered the world, Nirvana could’ve played it safe. Instead, the biggest band on earth decided to get weirder, louder, and more abrasive.
On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dissect In Utero, an album that spit in the face of expectations and stripped Nirvana to its bleeding core.
They unpack the band’s refusal to play by the rules after the megahit polish of Nevermind, choosing instead to let Steve Albini tape together their rawest instincts.
The conversation touches on the anti-commercial defiance baked into every track, the band’s...2025-06-101h 19Tape SpaghettiDead Puppies, Fish Heads & Bologna: How Dr. Demento Made "Weird Al" WeirdBefore TikTok trends, YouTube parodies, and silly podcasts (present company excluded), there was Dr. Demento—the godfather of gloriously goofy music.
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott explore the madcap legacy of the airwave anarchist who championed cultural absurdity and without whom we might never have had Weird Al Yankovic.
What’s the power of parody and the social value of silliness? As the guys discover, novelty songs are more than just punchlines — they’re portals into the pop culture psyche.
Expect baloney, bologna, radio nostalgia , cult followings, and just enough a...2025-06-031h 13Tape SpaghettiThe Miracle of ACDC’s ‘Back in Black’In this edition of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dig into the tragic end of AC/DC’s first era and the loss of their original high voltage frontman, Bon Scott.
Was his death rock ’n’ roll excess - or something else?
Along the way, the guys explore the two distinct legacies defined by Scott’s raw swagger and Brian Johnson’s arena-shaking growl—and what it takes for a band to survive tragedy without losing its soul.
They also expound on how AC/DC managed their inconceivably remarkable rebound with Back in Black — one of the mos...2025-05-271h 10Tape SpaghettiPaul McCartney Is Dead & Eminem Controls Your MindIs your favorite musician... a clone? In this mind-bending episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott peel back the tinfoil on one of music’s strangest subgenres: the replacement theory.
From the eternal “Paul is dead” saga to the internet’s obsession with Avril Lavigne’s alleged body double, and the bewildering case of Andrew W.K., the guys dig into the lore, the weirdness, and the very real questions about identity and authorship these conspiracies raise.
Why are we so quick to believe someone’s been swapped out? Is it just fun fandom—or something deeper?
2025-05-201h 26Tape SpaghettiWhy Fela Kuti's "Zombie" Out-Punks PunkIn this pulse-pounding episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into defiant, funk-driven world of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti.
Born in Nigeria and educated in London, Fela didn’t just create a genre—he sparked a movement. From his genre-defying sound and explosive stage presence, to his role as a relentless political agitator who turned funk and jazz into weapons of resistance, the guys unpack Fela’s larger-than-life persona, his radical commitment to Nigerian identity, and the way he built an entire sonic nation inside his Kalakuta Republic compound.
With a refusal to bend to author...2025-05-131h 15Tape SpaghettiThe Ghost of Hank WilliamsThis episode of Tape Spaghetti dives deep into the lonesome, legendary life of Hank Williams—the country music icon who burned bright and left behind a ghostly echo that still haunts the genre.
Blake & Scott trace Hank’s meteoric rise, from honky-tonk dive bars to the Grand Ole Opry spotlight, and explore the heartbreak, addiction, and chaos that ultimately led to his untimely death at just 29.
But the story doesn’t end there. The guys examine Hank’s enormous influence on generations of artists—from his son Hank Jr. to rock, country, and beyond—and even touch o...2025-05-061h 15Tape SpaghettiTom Waits & The Album That Changed EverythingOn this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott raise a glass (or maybe an old boot) to the legendary Tom Waits. Honing in on the Swordfishtrombones era, they trace Waits’ evolution from late-night lounge poet to avant-garde musical icon.
Drawing connections to literary greats like Charles Bukowski, the guys explore the genius behind Waits’ unforgettable characters, his genre-defying sound, and the undeniable impact he's had on the music world.
With personal stories about how his gravelly voice and cinematic songwriting have ingrained themselves into their lives, this episode celebrates the raw grit, guts, and strange magic that make Tom Wait...2025-04-291h 10
Tape SpaghettiHe Left Blink-182 For This?!?This week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into the alien-obsessed world of Tom DeLonge— Blink-182 frontman, Angels & Airwaves visionary, and one of the loudest voices in modern UFO disclosure.From pop-punk icon to Pentagon whistleblower, DeLonge’s transformation is one of the strangest—and most fascinating—in rock history.The hosts unpack DeLonge’s evolution from Blink-182 fame to founding To The Stars Academy, the organization behind some of the most viral UFO videos released by the U.S. government. They also explore the outer space themes woven through Angels & A...2025-04-221h 13
The Tone Mob PodcastCharles Manson & The Beach BoysI've been working on this for months now, and it is finally here! Introducing my new podcast that I created with my friend, business partner, and Tone Mob Podcast alumni, Scott Marquart. If you like the... odd side of music, you'll enjoy these tales.You can find Tape Spaghetti on the same platforms you get The Tone Mob Podcast as well as video episodes on YouTube.Here is the description for this episode that I copied from the main TS feed:This week on...2025-04-181h 13Tape SpaghettiThe Mysterious Death of Sam CookeOn this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott take a soulful spin through the life of Sam Cooke—the gospel prodigy turned pop trailblazer whose voice could melt hearts and move mountains.From his early days with the Soul Stirrers to posthumous crossover superstardom with hits like “A Change Is Gonna Come,” the guys trace Cooke’s rise and his fearless push for artistic control in a segregated industry.But things take a darker turn as they dive deep into the murky details of his shocking death at a Los Ange...2025-04-171h 12
Tape SpaghettiCharles Manson & The Beach BoysThis week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott unravel one of the eeriest, darkest threads in music history: the twisted tale of Charles Manson and his brush with late-‘60s rock stardom.Before he became a household name for all the wrong reasons, Manson fancied himself the next folk-rock prophet—and actually got closer to achieving his goal than you might think.In this chat the guys dig into his bizarre connections with L.A.’s music elite, from jam sessions at Dennis Wilson’s house to a reworked...2025-04-161h 11
Tape SpaghettiInsanity vs Genius: Lee "Scratch" Perry & The Black ArkIn this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive headfirst into the swirling sonic world of Lee “Scratch” Perry—a true musical mad scientist. From the roots of reggae to the otherworldly innovations cooked up at Black Ark Studios, the duo unpacks Perry’s impact on sound itself. Expect tales of tape loops, smoky dub sessions, and the cosmic weirdness that made Perry a legend. They explore how this eccentric genius bridged the gap between Jamaica and London’s punk scene, all while walking barefoot through a jungle of reverb and delay. And yes—they get into the myths, the madness...2025-04-151h 19
The Tone Mob PodcastHow Many Monkeys Does It Take To Wire A Fender?In this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, host Blake Wyland and partner Scott Marquart get into some GEAR STUFF!But first we must engage in a lively discussion that begins with Halloween costumes because we recorded this on Halloween proper. What's start's off as a commentary on Scott's cowboy outfit moves into a SHOCKING REVELATION about your host's teenage years.After that, we dive into some gear releases, including: the Keeley OctaPsi, ,
The new Clean Compressor from Chase Bliss
The Keeley OctaPsi
Jack White's various Fenders (and the apparent production quirk they have)
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The Tone Mob PodcastWE LOVE LES PAULS w/ Scott Marquart of StringjoyOn this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, Blake and Scott discuss their shared love for Les Paul guitars.We talk about their personal experiences with Les Pauls, including the different models they own and the modifications they've made. We also discuss the ergonomics of Les Pauls and the pros and cons of having a pickguard. The conversation touches on the history of Epiphone and Gibson's acquisition of the brand.In this part of the conversation, Scott and Blake discuss the challenges of creating polished strings and the potential for a new piece of equipment...2024-08-131h 29
The Tone Mob PodcastWith Our Powers Combined! w/ Scott from Stringjoy & Sean from GunstreetThis episode is definitely something different! On this one you are getting something a little different.Today Sean Arbow of Gunstreet and Scott Marquart of Stringjoy are on the podcast to announce that Stringjoy and Gunstreet are officially teaming up!This is something that we've all been working on behind the scenes on this merger for a very long time, so it is very exciting to finally have this out in the world.All three of us take you through our perspectives on how this story unfolded, how we plan on resurrecting some...2023-01-231h 08
The Tone Mob PodcastThe Gear Business w/ Scott from StringjoyStarting a pedal (or any other kind of guitar gear) company this day and age can be a very daunting. Scott Marquart has taken on one of the most difficult product categories in the industry and has seen great success with that.Not only that, but he is my partner in practically every business endeavor outside of this podcast. He is a super sharp dude, and I thought he would be the perfect guest to have a more "business focused" episode.If you are trying to get some sort of musical instrument business off the...2021-11-151h 08
The Tone Mob PodcastScott Marquart of Stringjoy Guitar Strings, Reprise!Episode 99- It has been YEARS since Scott last came on the podcast. A ton of stuff has changed for both of us and if you thought he knew a lot about strings before, well..... you'll just have to listen. Make sure you check out his site at Stringjoy.com. he has some killer stuff coming. Keep your eyes peeled on the Gunstreet Wiring Reverb Shop for some insane Black Friday action. Make sure and join the Sinasoid Secret Customer Group for early access and special surprises to their Black Friday deals. Last, but not least there is Tonemob...2018-11-191h 12
The Tone Mob PodcastTM Podcast 020: Scott Marquart Of Stringjoy Custom StringsThis episode is is sponsored by Rattlesnake Cables! These are very high quality custom guitar cables. Handmade in Missoula, Montana by a stellar dude! Head on over to Rattlesnakecables.com and get yourself a set!
On this episode, I talk to Scott Marquart about the two types of guitar players, the Zvex Fuzz Factory, balancing out string gauges, and a brief mention of Pauly Shore.
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