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Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber: WHY HAPPINESS REALLY IS A CHOICE☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com 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...
2024-01-2019 min
Everyone Loves GuitarImaad Wasif: OVERCOMES TRAUMA, STOPS MAKING FEAR-BASED DECISIONS☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com 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: Fa...
2024-01-131h 25
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber: WHAT’S THE ELG INTERVIEW PROCESS / CHOOSING QUESTIONS☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com 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...
2023-12-2314 min
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber: ELG CAME OUT OF A TERRIBLE TIME IN MY LIFE 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 thi...
2023-12-0315 min
Everyone Loves GuitarSimon Phillips: ON LOSING HIS HOME in the FIRESimon 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! Discover How to Get Yo...
2023-11-152h 04
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Ross Interview, Lenny Kravitz - MOST DIFFICULT thing I HAD TO DO WAS...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 Discover Where the Money’s Hiding in the Music Business in 2023: https://MusicReboot.com Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Craig Ross was signed to MCA at 18...
2023-08-0252 min
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber - Most EMBARRASSING Mistake I Made on Everyone Loves Guitar!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...
2022-10-011h 09
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber - HOW YOU FEEL is a lot more UP TO YOU, than you think…”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 Dis...
2022-04-1249 min
Everyone Loves GuitarScotti Hill, Skid Row: “Everybody’s in on the joke, but you...”Skid Row Guitarist Scotti Hill shares his early struggles and his dogged determination to overcome them - both personally and musically. “Nice to meet you, I have to take a piss…” The serendipity of a variety of events in Scotti’s life is simply amazing, as is his courage to roll with the punches… Story of Scotti’s sobriety, playing on SNL, jamming with Donald “Duck” Dunn, Shawshank Redemption, Skid Row’s ups and downs and the band’s determination to make it - a second time! Cycling, Japan, taking chances, and not sweating the small stuff, loads more. TOTALLY cool & inspi...
2021-07-021h 59
Everyone Loves GuitarJamie Glaser: Jean-Luc Ponty, Chick Corea, Lenny White, “Everybody is there to teach me...”Jamie dives VERY deep, sharing stories about losing his mom at a young age & the impact it had on him, his relationship with Steve Smith, John-Luc Ponty, Lenny White… becoming homeless & suffering depression after an emotional breakdown as a result of PTSD, and how he came out of this situation for the better… dealing with money & wealth, regrets, best decision he’s ever made, reaching out to others, why he looks to learn from everyone he encounters, and more. VERY candid & heartfelt convo: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Jamie...
2021-07-013h 26
Everyone Loves GuitarEhsaan Noorani, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy: “Empathy, and kindness...”Ehsaan Noorani lost his father at age 6 and the series of events that unfolded around this event, wound up positively impacting his life. We talked about the energy involved in this and the miracle of how things intersect. Incredibly compelling, as Ehsaan talks about leaving India and attending MI in Hollywood & the cultural differences he encountered… accidentally getting into jingle work, how he and his partners changed the entire landscape of Bollywood music in the 90’s, the importance of staying grounded, some cool gear talk, a whistling train, spirituality & so much more cool stuff. One of my all-time favorites, you...
2021-06-291h 50
Everyone Loves GuitarBob Glaub: “You DON'T Always Have to SAY WHAT You're THINKING”On this Bob Glaub interview, a cool story about hitchhiking around Europe & Israel and how this led him to finding his career, GREAT stories about working with Jesse Ed Davis, Jim Keltner, John Lennon, Phil Spector (probably the only producer walking around the studio with a gun strapped into his shoulder holster), Dave Mason, Jackson Browne, Robbie Kreiger, Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Dwight Yoakam, Bob Dylan, Neal Casal, Linda Rondstat, Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tommy Shannon, Chris Layton, Percy Sledge, why “enthusiasm is infectious,” getting through two divorces and having the courage to bounce back, lovely stories about both...
2021-06-283h 01
Everyone Loves GuitarRyan Lerman, Scary Pockets: You can’t FAIL if you NEVER STOP TRYINGOn this Ryan Lerman interview, how he persevered through a stagnant period of time in his career, cool stories about working with Ben Folds, Jack Conte, Michael Buble, John Legend, Tallest Man on Earth… the genesis of Scary Pockets, not overthinking ideas or taking yourself too seriously, dealing with depression, successfully completing an incredibly challenging project, being “of service” and how this contributes to his success, Ryan’s cool guitars, exercise & nutrition, Starcraft, basketball and loads of fun stuff. GREAT conversation with a very kind soul: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/suppor...
2021-06-252h 20
Everyone Loves GuitarSteve Fekete, America, Avril Lavigne, Five for Fighting “Don’t get married to any gig...”Steve dives deep, talking about how he got some of his coolest gigs, painful lessons he learned from his mom, lessons about “not being married to any gig,” taking more chances, gear, happiness and ongoing personal development, a critical opportunity he had (which he turned down) and how this ultimately allowed him to move on and start his music career in LA, & many more personal stories: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Steve Fekete is a multi-instrumentalist & producer, currently playing guitars & keyboards for the band America. He’s also pla...
2021-06-242h 21
Everyone Loves GuitarEd Mundell, Leaving Monster Magnet after 18 Years: “I don’t seek out approval anymore...”Ed shares loads of cool stories about crazy rock and roll stuff that happened all over the world, the REAL reason why he left Monster Magnet after 18 years, Monster Magnet’s unique concert rider, playing in front of 200,000 people at a festival in Spain when he was only 22, some great vintage gear he has, the set up he used with Monster Magnet, and what he’s grateful for today. VERY cool call with one of the modern stoner / psychedelic rock pioneers: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Ed was th...
2021-06-222h 11
Everyone Loves GuitarDonny McCaslin, “You don’t know if you’ll ever have this moment again”On this Donny McCaslin interview, overcoming early childhood struggles and how this changed his life, playing Monterey Jazz Festival (3 times) while in high school, why he “Always wanted to move to New York City…” getting his career started and having the courage to make the move from side-man to artist, working with David Bowie and Bowie’s influence on Donny’s music, getting out of his comfort zone and making an unconventional LP (“Blow”), mistakes made, family, why you should (and shouldn’t) become a musician, sports, “jazz babies,” mellowing out, and why “All we have is now…” Great convo, super genuine
2021-06-211h 41
Everyone Loves GuitarChris Latham, Beasto Blanco “I’m not a quitter...”Chris is the lead guitarist and co-writer for Beasto Blanco, and also has a successful business licensing music to corporations, film & TV. Chris talks about growing up in a tiny town in remote Alaska, dealing with personal tragedies, having realistic expectations in the music business, interesting childhood pastimes and more. Very cool and sincere convo, a MUST listen: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/
2021-06-171h 36
Everyone Loves GuitarRay Luzier: Korn, David Lee Roth, KXM “It got me to open my heart more than I ever thought I could ...”Ray talks about growing up on a large farm in rural PA, the impact Musician’s Institute had on his career, stories about David Lee Roth, Jake E. Lee and an amazingly unlikely hook-up with Korn… (finally) being accepted by Korn fans, the music business, being a dad, staying true to yourself and LOADS more great stuff. VERY candid convo! If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support A full band member of Korn, Ray Luzier also played w Steel Panther (6 yrs), David Lee Roth (8 yrs), Jake E Lee (in Wicked...
2021-06-152h 00
Everyone Loves GuitarLawrence Katz: Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Whole Damn Mess “Be happy with who you are...:”A full member of the Mighty Mighty Bosstones since 2000, Lawrence is also an LA session player who’s also licensed music for commercials, film and TV. Really relaxed and fun interview, Lawrence shares loads of cool stories about his many moves and why he made them, how he got into licensing music, dealing with a low point in his music career when he first moved to LA, being more positive, and more If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.f...
2021-06-101h 15
Everyone Loves GuitarDiego Garcia: El Twanguero, “Being a good instrumentalist is not about having technique. It’s about having your emotions connected with your instrument...”Easygoing and happy, Diego talks about leaving Madrid to move to NY, moving back to Spain and eventually landing in LA. Why his parents encouraged him to study guitar as a young child, organizational challenges of being a band leader, playing with a 2mm pick and 12’s, why guitar truly makes him feel “Free,” and more If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Known as El Twanguero, Diego Garcia has a unique style which blends Spanish guitar, classical, American folk, surf music, flamenco, tango, and fingerpicking. One of the most uni...
2021-06-0858 min
Everyone Loves GuitarRicky Warwick: “I was a loner and a dreamer - and I was done with music...”On this Ricky Warwick interview, one day he’s plowing fields on his fathers farm and 6 days later he’s opening up for David Bowie in front of 85,000 people… growing up in rural Ireland & Scotland & moving to LA, how he “fell into” singing, taking responsibility for himself and realizing a low point in life was within his grasp to change, why “You can’t kid yourself…” Forming Black Star Riders and the challenges of getting that band launched, testing the waters in Nashville, tearing it up on stage (literally) with The Almighty, being a dad, not giving up, tolerance, humility, seizing...
2021-06-041h 31
Everyone Loves GuitarLou Toomey: Keith Whitley, Faith Hill, Brooks & DunnLou played with Keith Whitley, and 10 years each for both Brooks & Dunn and Faith Hill. The son of a truck driver, Lou’s toured all over the world and has experienced both extreme highs and extreme lows, which he shares in this interview. Lou talks about how Keith Whitley’s death impacted him, working with Billy Gibbons, his absolutely crazy first professional touring gig… not putting all your eggs in one basket, best decision he ever made, what he learned about himself when his parents passed, and much more cool stuff. VERY open convo If you’d like to...
2021-06-031h 34
Everyone Loves GuitarAngie Swan: David Byrne, CeeLo Green, Macy GrayAngie toured the UK while still a student at Berklee, and then fast-tracked it to LA. She keeps it 100% REAL during this convo, talking about the tremendous highs and low lows she’s experienced… challenges of being a black woman in the music business, how she wound up working with CeeLo Green and David Byrne, growing up in Milwaukee, most important business lessons she learned, almost losing her life in India, getting along with others, and LOADS more cool stuff in this fast-paced & very interesting chat: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/su...
2021-06-011h 31
Everyone Loves GuitarGreg Leisz: “I’m more grateful for what I have...”On this Greg Leisz interview, how playing with artists like Dave Alvin, k.d. Lang, Matthew Sweet, Bill Frisell, Charles Lloyd & others, helped shape his career… Greg didn’t get into playing as a session player till he was nearly in his 40’s and he shares why he “stuck it out”... Playing with Jackson Browne, Eric Clapton, Robert Plant & Allison Krauss, Ted Hawkins, Joe Walsh, Keith Richards, Emmylou Harris, Linda Rondstadt, Joni Mitchell, Brian Blade, his weirdest gig ever (for a nudist colony!)... Understanding his own abilities, getting out of his comfort zone, Peru, maintaining your sense of wonder, and loads...
2021-05-312h 19
Everyone Loves GuitarJoby Ford: The Bronx, Mariachi el Bronx “That was a big leap of faith...”On this Joby Ford interview, the joy of playing guitar in an unstructured format, after years of classical training… following his passions of music and art and building something that quenches his thirst for both, what’s kept The Bronx together (and happy) for over two decades, Joby’s top 3 musical experiences, starting a family, work ethic, cooking, bass fishing, Norway, “Not doing dumb shit,” and being cool to people. AWESOME convo, a MUST listen! If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support One of the smartest & most determined individuals I’ve met - J...
2021-05-282h 10
Everyone Loves GuitarChris Cottros, “It’s better than having a day gig down at the screw factory...”A balanced, optimistic person, Chis talks about a scary heart condition he had to deal with, playing with Percy Sledge, a low point in his career when the phone stopped ringing, positive changes he’s made, toughest decision he had to make, and more: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support An active touring and session musician in Nashville, Chris has played with Bryan Beller, Jim Brickman, Lee Ann Womack, Lila McCann, Lorrie Morgan, Percy Sledge, Randy Houser, Terri Clark and others Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subs...
2021-05-272h 24
Everyone Loves GuitarJeffrey Lee Campbell, “Do Stand So Close: My Improbable Adventure as Sting’s Guitarist”AMAZING stories about Sting, Jeff’s highs and lows, getting sober over 20 years ago… Jeff working at a concession stand one day, flying to Rio as part of Sting’s band, the next… the effects of fame and “false fame,” LOADS more cool and interesting stuff. A MUST LISTEN: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Jeff talks about his book, “Do Stand So Close: My Improbable Adventure as Sting’s Guitarist,” which traces his adventures and his rags to riches to rags to redemption story as Sting’s guitarist. He performe...
2021-05-251h 45
Everyone Loves GuitarKokayi: Rapping, Depression & being a freestyle Jazz MC “You better unpack your bags...”On this Kokayi interview, the moment he knew he wanted to be a rapper, why he’s the only rapper who MC’s freestyle in the jazz genre, his TedX talk and how he got the gig… Growing up in DC and his tempestuous relationship with his dad, dealing with being dropped from a label, dealing with friends in business (and why it’s not always easy), a healthy way of dealing with depression, difference between Kokayi and Carl Walker (his birth name), best decision he ever made, resilience, Key Lime pie, “NO excuses,” the power of “I don’t have it…” cook...
2021-05-242h 01
Everyone Loves GuitarDamon Fowler: “These days I’m not in a hurry anymore...”On this Damon Fowler interview, how he went from being a local sensation to opening for Jeff Beck - how this transformed his career… touring with Johnny Winter, Robin Trower, Dickey Betts, Buddy Guy & George Thorogood...why he chose to lead a band instead of being a sideman, dealing with the loss of his mother, his awesome guitars, becoming a father and how this changed him, Sunday BBQ’s, not being in such a hurry, and more. Really cool vibe, great convo: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Damon...
2021-05-211h 09
Everyone Loves GuitarChris Buono, “He helped me shape the next chapter of my life...”Great story about Chris getting the job at Berklee, how he put his family first and made some career sacrifices for them by creating something new and different to do, musically… great story how he wound up marrying his wife, personal improvements he’s made and others he is looking to still make, a GREAT story about Bruce Springsteen and more cool convo If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support A leading online instructor for TrueFire and Guitarinstructor.com, Chris was one of the youngest professors in the guitar depart...
2021-05-202h 20
Everyone Loves GuitarDave Fiuczynski : “There are bigger things than me...”Dave grew up in Germany and talks about what it was like growing up there as a mixed race child, including having to deal with racism and curiosity. Experiences playing with Stewart Copeland & Jack DeJohnette… great advice for younger players… his unique guitars, creating space with your guitar and much more. Intense convo, great spirit If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Founder of the avant-garde band Screaming Headless Torsos & a Professor at Berklee, Dave has played with Stewart Copeland, Jack DeJohnette, Meshell N’degeocello, John Medeski, Hasidic New Wave, Be...
2021-05-181h 36
Everyone Loves GuitarNicolas Meier, Jeff Beck: “I love that, but I had to find what’s me...”On this Nicolas Meier interview, Growing up in Switzerland and moving to study at Berklee at 19, getting the gig with Jeff Beck, playing with Steve Vai, navigating and adapting his career to Covid, integrating fusion, jazz and other world influences, figuring out how to let go and just be himself, skiing, Ronnie Scott’s, badminton, achieving something unique and feeling comfortable with your own uniqueness. Great positive energy, lots of fun If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support UK-based guitarist Nicolas Meier plays w/ influences from Turkish, Eastern & Middle East...
2021-05-171h 16
Everyone Loves GuitarTerri Lyne Carrington, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock: “We’re not really in control...”Terri talks about her “calling” to music, hanging out with Ella Fitzgerand who introduced to Oscar Peterson (at age 11) and how this changed the trajectory of her life… fitting in with “the guys” but softening over time, why she started making her own LPs and becoming an artist (VERY cool), great stories about playing with Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Stan Getz, Yellowjackets, Nona Hendryx, Bill Withers… the origins of her current band and how they put Waiting Game together, the process of combining music with emotionally heavy songs, focusing on the good, funniest thing that happened to her on stage (playi...
2021-05-141h 34
Everyone Loves GuitarSteve Morse, Dixie Dregs, Kansas, Deep Purple, Steve Morse Band: “I reckon you’re in…”Informative, heartwarming stories, and some harsh reality, all in one amazing conversation. Stories on how the Dixie Dregs got started, how Steve got the gigs with Kansas & Deep Purple, what he learned about audiences, his TOP 3 musical experiences… Steve’s favorite guitars, amps, favorite players & LPs… Why he went to work as a commercial pilot & what he learned from this experience, & why he appreciates people and life more than ever now. RARE and fantastic conversation: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebo...
2021-05-132h 10
Everyone Loves GuitarAnthony Gomes: “You grow into the person you were meant to become...”Anthony Gomes, opens up about a lot of personal stuff, including: how coming from immigrant parents helped shape his outlook on life and his work ethic... using his music to make a difference, the ups (and downs) of being authentic with your music, believing in yourself, and how mental illness inspired Anthony to create a charity that does great things for those in need, through the healing power of music. REALLY cool convo: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: ht...
2021-05-111h 53
Everyone Loves GuitarOtmaro Ruiz: “I was literally playing to a dead person...”In this Otmaro Ruiz interview, growing up in Caracas playing Top 40 music, then running a jingle house… then moving to LA and the culture shock he dealt with, the pivotal moment he got turned on to jazz. TWO Serendipitous events that changed his musical career and his life, cool stories about playing with Simon Phillips, Tito Puente (a GREAT story about his work habits), Arturo Sandoval, John McLaughlin, Robbie Robertson, Gino Vannelli… self-doubt, the making of his Essencia LP, the impact his parents had on him (both stories very precious), cerebral palsy, being sensible, acting, magic, cooking, dealing with divo...
2021-05-102h 20
Everyone Loves GuitarCarlos Alomar, David Bowie: “If you can't explain it, you can't defend it...”Chuck Berry told me, “Boy, you don’t rehearse rock ‘n roll!...” On this Carlos Alomar interview, meeting David Bowie, and why he left Bowie… growing up with a father who was a Pentecostal minister and the wisdom & openness Carlos gleaned from this relationship… working with Chuck Berry, Iggy Pop (and his incredible power), Mick Jagger, Gloria Gaynor and others… thing he’s proudest of, why you should never “Disturb the groove,” thinking like 3 guitar players, not one… golf, Greece, puppets, smiling, and why, “If you can’t explain it, you can’t defend it!” One of the smartest performers and mo...
2021-05-072h 16
Everyone Loves GuitarAriel Posen: Brothers Landreth, Solo ArtistAriel talks about gigging on your own vs gigging as a band member, his favorite guitars, how he gets his consistently warm tone, taking things personally, what to do when you’re having a bad day, moving from Canada to Ireland, and more. Fun conversation: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/
2021-05-061h 21
Everyone Loves GuitarSteve Mazur, Our Lady PeaceSteve’s held down the lead guitar slot with Our Lady Peace since 2002, and he is also a successful Television and Movie composer and performer. Great story about how Steve got the gig with OLP, things that have kept him humble, how he manages being a celebrity and an introvert, at the same time… handling anxiety, trusting yourself, keeping an open mind to doing new activities, and more. Really warm conversation with an incredibly genuine and kind person: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/su...
2021-05-042h 08
Everyone Loves GuitarTim Lefebvre, David Bowie, Tedeschi Trucks: “I just wanted to be good...”On this Tim Lefebvre interview, after graduating with degrees in Economics and Poli-Sci, Tim moved to NYC to get his music career going, and boy did he do a great job of it! Great stories about working with David Bowie, Donny McCaslin, Lani Stern, Wayne Krantz, Doyle Bramhall II, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Donald Fagan, Brain Adams, The Departed Soundtrack, Boomish, his incredibly diverse musical playing skills, smoking cigars, cycling, handling death, divorce, getting sober, the roller coaster of the music business, being kind, being more comfortable in your skin, and why Nationwide really is on your side. TONS of...
2021-05-031h 40
Everyone Loves GuitarKeith Nelson: Buckcherry & Getting sober “I didn’t want to live, but I wasn’t ready to die…”On this Keith Nelson interview, growing up in rural PA in an abusive environment, moving to LA, hitting rock bottom and getting sober, forgiveness and dealing with losing his father… putting Buckcherry together and the moment he knew the band was complete, random encounters that changed his life, opening for Kiss & AC/DC, playing w Steven Tyler, top 3 lessons he learned from Buckcherry (OUTSTANDING!), choosing the blue vest or the orange vest, who you are vs. what you do, 3 most outside his comfort things he’s done, his cool vintage guitars, breaking his nose at a gig in Dallas, lear...
2021-04-303h 06
Everyone Loves GuitarGreg Foresman: Martina McBrideA deeply emotional interview, Greg shares intimate personal thoughts, including who shut down the nightclub biz in Louisville, the courage to do your own thing musically, believing in yourself, some heartwarming childhood memories & more. Incredibly sweet guy, 100% Genuine If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support After running a successful regional band in Kentucky for several years, Greg moved to Nashville in 1988 and has been the lead guitarist in Martina McBride’s touring band since 1997. He’s also released 6 LPs with his own band. Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/su...
2021-04-2958 min
Everyone Loves GuitarAlastair Greene: Alan ParsonsAlastair Greene formed his own blues trio in 1997. Along the way, toured and recorded with Alan Parsons for 7 years, and has released 9 solo albums. Great convo talking about his experience at Berklee, how he got the gig with Parsons, some early personal and financial struggles he had to deal with, meeting & playing with Steve Morse, getting comfortable & confident with himself and much more. Really fun and honest convo: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/
2021-04-271h 49
Everyone Loves GuitarZachary Alford, David Bowie: “I’m about to change your life...”On this Zachary Alford interview, hanging out with Jean Michel Basquiat, learning to play to a click, getting the gig with the B-52’s, Springsteen, Bowie… expanding his mind by living in Japan, dealing with his parent’s divorce at a very young age, being a “citizen of the world,” processing family alienation, playing with his P-Funk heroes, making others happy, drawing, Prince of the Astral Kingdom, jiu jitsu, more. VERY cool convo! If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support A self-taught drumming success from NYC, Zachary has recorded and toured t...
2021-04-262h 10
Everyone Loves GuitarAl DiMeola, RARE Reveals: “God passed me the football and I didn’t drop it...”On this Al DiMeola interview, overcoming a life-threatening fractured skull accident at age 7 & how this led to his obsession to becoming a talented guitarist and a success before age 30, the serendipity of how he got the gig with Return to Forever and the top things he learned from Chick Corea, the “John McLaughlin button” and the reams of legal papers that created it, Paco de Lucia smoking weed before Mediterranean Sundance, the difficulty of making records, Scientology and mixing the last live RTF album, his Top 3 musical experiences, battling depression & tinnitus for pretty much his entire life, the crazy origi...
2021-04-232h 16
Everyone Loves GuitarRich Eckhardt: Toby Keith, “Be more open to people…”Great stories about how he got the gig with Toby Keith, playing with Steven Tyler & Joe Perry from Aerosmith... getting through some difficult times, during which he did not pick up his guitar for 6 months, and how he wound up coming out of this… why he’s NEVER sold a guitar… surviving divorce & many more cool stories. GREAT convo, 100% REAL If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Rich has literally toured the world with Toby Keith over the last 20 years as his lead guitarist. Along the way, he released two solo...
2021-04-222h 20
Everyone Loves GuitarAben Eubanks: Kelly Clarkson “I got serious around age 7...”Aben was touring professionally at 12, and is also a producer and a songwriter. He’s been touring with Kelly Clarkson for almost 13 years and has also co-written some of her hits. His production credits include pop, Americana, and metal genres If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Aben talked about his dad’s influence on his playing, and what it was like touring with his dad at such a young age… dealing with divorce and being on the road away from your children… playing with Nathan East… being introverted in an extrov...
2021-04-2058 min
Everyone Loves GuitarJeff Babko: “There’s no option of sucking at this...”On this Jeff Babko interview, touring the world with Julio Iglesias right out of school - and why this ultimately wasn’t the right gig for him… working with Simon Phillips, The Cletones (Jimmy Kimmel), Larry Carlton, Tak Matsumoto, Cecilia Noel, James Taylor, Todd Rundgren, Bono, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Herbie Hancock, Maceo Parker, George Benson, partying with Joe Zawinul… Crow Nuts, Band of Other Brothers & Ebunctions, playing The Baked Potato, handling anxiety, loving the unexpected, loads more. TONS of fun and great energy! If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Je...
2021-04-192h 06
Everyone Loves GuitarVal McCallum, Jackson Browne: “So Gregg Allman & I are peeing at the urinal…”On this Val McCallum interview, his first gig (with Michael Jackson), playing tennis with Tatum O’Neal at Ryan O’Neal’s house, dealing with the loss of his brother who overdosed, and his mother, actress Jill Ireland, 6 months later… cool stories about working with Harry Nilsson, Ivan Neville & the Neville Brothers, Albert Lee, Greg Allman, Vonda Shepherd, Jackson Browne, Randy Newman, Sting, Al Green, Barry Manilow, Lyle Workman, Jim Keltner, Michael Landau, being the house band for TV show Ally McBeal… his solo record At The End of The Day, and his latest Beau Bow de Lune… his cool vintage...
2021-04-162h 42
Everyone Loves GuitarCarl Verheyen: Supertramp “Your one goal is to make music sound different...”Carl tells dozens of stories here, his 2 signature guitars, his top 3 studio sessions, movie and television experiences, celebrity music lessons he’s given, and how he got the gig with Supertramp. He also talked about why he’s walked away from some gigs, including an Allan Holdsworth gig, and a 14-month gig that would have paid him close to a half-million dollars… what it’s like playing in front of 180K people… how he keeps the guitar fresh, even after over 50 years of playing, and tons more cool stuff. A total PROFESSIONAL, in every sense of the word, with amazing en...
2021-04-151h 50
Everyone Loves GuitarBjorn Englen: Yngwie Malmsteen, Tony MacAlpine, Uli-Jon Roth, “Nothing was going to stop me...”Bjorn talks about what makes Sweden such fertile ground for musicians, and how Yngwie impacted this… Bjorn took a lot of chances at times in his career, but as he says, he “didn’t know what to be afraid of,” and this is something anyone can learn from… learning to speak up for, and being honest with yourself… more. One of the most well-respected metal veterans around If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Bjorn’s first gig here in the states after moving from Sweden, was for Quiet Riot, who he tou...
2021-04-131h 30
Everyone Loves GuitarRandy Cooke: “Enjoy things you’re doing and people you’re with...”On this Randy Cooke interview, tons of cool stories: Playing with Tom Morello, Rik Emmett, Steve Stevens, Ian Thornley, Long John Baldry (at age 19!), Mick Jagger, Ringo Starr, Sass Jordan (in front of 450K people!) life-changing serendipitous musical encounters, hand-bombing, sneaking into a club (with his mom) to see The Police!... webbed feet, learning when to say “This isn’t a fit for me,” taking steps to change his situation, cooking, Call of Duty, Italy, moving to America, and why you need to acknowledge there are NO guarantees in life. GREAT Convo, super cool and real! If you’d...
2021-04-122h 24
Everyone Loves GuitarRussell Ferrante, Yellowjackets: “It was magical!...”On this Russell Ferrante interview: playing his second professional gig at Shea Stadium, opening for WAR, then getting signed to a major label deal… playing with Art Blakely, Wayne Shorter, Phil Upchurch, Rockwell, Marcus Miller, Joni Mitchell, Eric Marienthal, the North Sea Jazz Festival, Birdland in NYC, learning humility from his students… putting together his awesome new LP, Inflexion, marriage, family, San Jose, caring for his father during his last days, Italy, gratitude, and why he’s lived a charmed life. What a lovely human being, good vibes only! If you’d like to support this show: http://w...
2021-04-091h 39
Everyone Loves GuitarJune Millington, Fanny: “Tomorrow is another day...”June talks candidly about the racism she dealt with as a child growing up in the Philippines, and the ensuing struggles she had once she came here to America. Although Fanny was composed of talented musicians who made really cool rock and roll, unfortunately they were a bit ahead of their time - the inability of mainstream America, to accept an all-girl band, prevented them from getting the recognition they deserved. As a result, June felt an ongoing and constant internal and external pressure on her, and she ultimately quite the band to try and figure out what this...
2021-04-081h 33
Everyone Loves GuitarRichard Fortus, Guns N’ Roses “It’s a conversation in public for others to witness...”Richard talked about how he got the gig with GnR, 2 years after he first auditioned for the band…what he did to get introduced to the Psychedelic Furs… his vintage guitar collection… allowing the Universe to take care of you, and more. Really cool vibe on this one If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Richard started playing music at age 4, and hasn’t stopped. Along the way he’s played or toured with the Psychedelic Furs and their singer Richard Butler… had a busy career as a first-call session player...
2021-04-061h 42
Everyone Loves GuitarJoe Pisapia: Guster, kd lang “Just let go and leave tons of space...”On this Joe Pisapia Interview, Joe talks about his new LP, about being “in the belly of the earth”... why recording his own LPs allow him more experimentation and how bands he produces benefit from this, knowing when “enough is enough,” musically… Also a rebroadcast of Joe’s original long-form interview show: 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...
2021-04-052h 36
Everyone Loves GuitarJJ Farris, Slammin’ Gladys, The Tories: “Mom, I’m going to California...”On this JJ Farris Interview, taking risks to accomplish your goals, moving from Cleveland to LA, being held hostage by record companies - twice!... Barry Manilow, JJ’s guitars & amps, learning how to deal with rejection, visualization and how this helped him, working with Jimbo Barton, family, good vibes, video games, his first E Chord through a distorted amp, licensing music and more. Super cool vibes. If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support J.J. Farris is a multi-instrumentalist with decades of experience playing in rock bands, high-profile session gigs...
2021-04-021h 37
Everyone Loves GuitarPage Hamilton, Helmet, David Bowie: “Never allow yourself to go on autopilot…”Page talked about the most important lessons he learned from working with David Bowie, and how Bowie turned Page’s life around at a very difficult period in time… early rock and roll star behavior and the price he paid for it, playing in front of 1 BILLION people… his incredible voice, which has been roaring for over 30 years now, and how he keeps it limber and strong, musical influences (which you would NEVER imagine)... his cool vintage guitars, and much more. One of the brightest people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting If you’d like to support...
2021-04-012h 09
Everyone Loves GuitarJason Loughlin “I went to Les Paul’s house when I was a kid…”Jason shared a really cool story about meeting Les Paul as a kid and Les teaching him how to play guitar and operate a 4-track… an interesting story about one of the lowest points in Jason’s career, which ironically, ultimately led him to playing guitar… embracing your inner strange, and more. Really cool & honest convo If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Jason has performed with Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle, Amos Lee, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brandi Carlisle, Sam Outlaw, Reverend Horton Heat, James Burton, Jack Ingram, Jim Breuer & more. He...
2021-03-301h 32
Everyone Loves GuitarJeremy Stacey, King Crimson: “Fighting the fear only makes it worse...”On this Jeremy Stacey Interview, Getting into acting school and how this changed his life, how to fuel positive things and avoid negative… getting the gig with King Crimson & mastering the 3-drummer set up (great story!), playing with Neil Diamond, Noel Gallagher, Jason Rubello, Roger Daltry, Eric Clapton, Amy Winehouse, Echo & The Bunnymen, Sheryl Crow, Jeff Trott, World Party, Wayne Krantz, Guy Chambers… constantly pushing to evolve his musical style and repertoire & how this created opportunities along the way, saying what he means and enjoying life more. GREAT convo If you’d like to support this show: http...
2021-03-292h 53
Everyone Loves GuitarAl Berry: Overcoming Sexual Abuse & Trauma, then doing the work to Succeed in Music & LifeINTENSE: On this Al Berry Interview, losing his mom at an early age, and having tremendous awareness to rely on his internal compass to help him make a series of good decisions… moving from Baltimore to NYC, The China Club, working & hanging with Stevie Ray Vaughan and the relationship between SRV and his guitar, Ric Ocasek, Larry Mitchell, Nile Rodgers, Kelly Clarkson, Avril Lavigne… touring Japan & China, Marvin Gaye, why he’s always evolving & shedding old belief systems, nature, paragliding and why after all these years, he’s “Still that kid laying in the grass looking up at the sun…” BEST...
2021-03-262h 08
Everyone Loves GuitarRob Harris, Jamiroquai: “I no longer needed permission to do things…”Rob shared stories about growing up in the Middle East… playing with Don Airey & Robbie Williams… clever marketing ideas he used to generate business for some of his side hustles… tracing some of his most profitable gigs through an encounter that happened 14 years ago… Divorce, why it’s ok to be wrong, beans on toast, and more. Lots of laughter here: If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Growing up in both the UK and Qatar, Rob was a guitar prodigy and was doing club dates & sessions at 14. He has been wit...
2021-03-252h 02
Everyone Loves GuitarAaron McLain, Air Supply, Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez: “You can’t give up…”Aaron kept it very real as we talked about some of the lowest points he had in this business (including a scary trip to the hospital), and how he overcame them… dealing with racism, choosing your friends wisely, the upside and downside to having a sensitive spirit… and the tremendous work ethic he used to create a very successful side hustle for himself, in the form of music licensing. VERY interesting call with a really sweet guy If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Aaron McLain has held down the el...
2021-03-231h 51
Everyone Loves GuitarLyle Workman: Uncommon Measures “You can do better than you think…”On this Lyle Workman Interview, behind the scenes in making his new LP, Uncommon Measures… working with a 63-piece London Orchestra and how the arrangements for the songs all came together, a deep dive into several of the tracks, distribution as an independent artist, playing with Beck, Abe Laboriel Jr, Vinny Colaiuta, Jeff Babko, and why you can do better than you think If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Lyle Workman is a guitarist, composer, sideman, and music producer. As a sideman he’s recorded and/or toured with Sti...
2021-03-222h 38
Everyone Loves GuitarVictor Indrizzo: Getting sober, and why he “Had to just keep going…”On this Victor Indrizzo Interview, growing up in an abusive setting, falling in with the wrong crowd & suddenly, recreational fun becomes a habit… getting sober and the most valuable lessons from this, paying good karma forward… working with Willie Nelson, QOTSA, Scott Weiland, Beck, Lyle Workman, Chris Cornell, Daniel Lanois, Alanis Morissette, Dave Gahan, playing in Russia… dealing with insecurity, eating the elephant one bite at a time, reading the room, being kind, showing up to help others get clean, his “Nightmare gig!” trusting the universe, Italy and more. 100% REAL & RAW a must listen! If you’d like to suppo...
2021-03-191h 18
Everyone Loves GuitarChris “Critter” Eldridge: Punch Brothers, Julian Lage, “Ah Via Musicom was a life-altering moment…”One of the brightest and kindest people I’ve met, Chris shares stories about the mental aspect of becoming successful, and some of the challenges Chris has dealt with in this area…growing up with his dad, Ben, a founding member and banjo player of the legendary bluegrass band, The Seldom Scene… Playing with Paul Simon, John Paul Jones, and Tony Rice, his favorite guitars, behind the scenes of his most recent LPs, most difficult decision he’s ever had to make, and the tremendous upside he gained from making it… LOADS more really cool stuff If you’d like...
2021-03-182h 31
Everyone Loves GuitarAnson Funderburgh “When I’m soloing, I think about absolutely nothing…”Anson shared some great memories he made playing some of the blues festivals around the states… his experience hanging out with BB King… golf and his torn rotator cuff… the best (and worst) album he ever made (and oddly enough, it was the same album)... and more. A true gentleman and a real class act If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Anson was playing in clubs around Dallas at age 14, and founded Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets, playing with blues harmonica and vocalist Sam Myers. During his career, he also...
2021-03-161h 23
Everyone Loves GuitarGrasshopper (Sean Mackowiak), Mercury Rev: “There was lots of Catholicism, and lots of eating…”On this Grasshopper Interview, Working as a “medical research subject” in an institution, being introduced to music through his Polish / Sicilian family, checking into a monastery in upstate NY to clean up, the making of Deserter’s Songs - LP of the year in England and the highs and lows the band experienced prior to and after the record dropped… playing with Garth Hudson, Dave Fridmann, Levon Helm… re-making Bobbie Gentry’s The Delta Sweete and working with Norah Jones, Hope Sandoval, Beth Orton, Lucinda Williams… Dealing with substance abuse, and caring for his mom as she suffered from Alzheimer’s (“...
2021-03-151h 33
Everyone Loves GuitarSimon Kirke, Free & Bad Co: “We get high, catch a 6-ft shark & then put it in the bathtub”On this Simon Kirke Interview, Going from no running water, to a council house, to touring the world - TONS of cool stories! Getting Free started by mailing out 200 letters, playing the Isle of Wight to over 600,000 people in the audience, working with Peter Grant (great story), Wilson Pickett, Keith Richards, Ron Wood, Chuck Berry, the impact of Paul Kossoff’s substance abuse on the band, riding his harley from San Francisco to NYC (great story), What prompted Simon to get sober, and “I’m glad I got sober… I like myself much better now.” The Waverly Diner, India, Brazil, sh...
2021-03-121h 15
Everyone Loves GuitarKelly Keagy, Night Ranger: Hitting rock bottom, getting sober & bouncing back to Living!Kelly did not hold back in this conversation. He talked about hitting rock bottom, getting sober and what his journey was like… dealing with some pretty serious heart health issues and bouncing back… why Night Ranger broke up and how they got back together… critical life lessons he learned from his dad, most unusual childhood memory and much more. AMAZING convo, with an incredibly talented and compassionate musician who was very happy to share If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Drummer, co-songwriter and co-lead singer of Night Ranger and the w...
2021-03-112h 17
Everyone Loves GuitarSeth Taylor: Mountain Heart, Wonderful NobodiesOn this Seth Taylor Interview: how this youngest of 5 children wound up playing guitar when none of his siblings played any instruments, moving to Nashville, his experiences in both owning a band / being a band member vs. a side man, staying incredibly busy during Covid - by saying “Yes” to everything for many years before that, and loads more - super cool and laid back If you’d like to support this show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Seth Taylor started touring the bluegrass circuit when he was 14. Since then, he’s played the Opry over 100...
2021-01-111h 20
Everyone Loves GuitarEddie Van Halen Tribute, 16 shredders share their EVH Story: Collen, Dawes, Kollman, Stevens & moreOn this Eddie Van Halen Tribute, 16 top guitarists pay homage by sharing EVH stories, memories and experiences: 00:00 Craig Garber Intro 02:27 Dave Amato, REO Speedwagon 08:58 Zach Blair, Rise Against 13:43 Doug Bossi 19:26 Phil Collen, Def Leppard 23:44 Mike Dawes 25:25 Daniel Donato 25:51 Rob Garland 32:37 Derry Grehan, Honeymoon Suite 38:33 Jeff Kollman, Cosmosquad 48:40 Aaron McLain, Air Supply 51:15 Steve Morse, Deep Purple / Dixie Dregs 55:29 Nick Perri, Underground Thieves 1:00:43 Doug Rappoport, Edgar Winter Group 1:05:36 Alex Skolnick
2020-10-171h 26
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber - "This LITERALLY Gave me a SUPERPOWER"Craig Garber Interview: Some of my early hustles and other career moves and how they helped me build Everyone Loves Guitar, foot massages, why time is your most important asset, the value of building systems for processes, the two customers Everyone Loves Guitar has, why self-interest and curiosity are huge motivators for people, the value of “Proof of Concept,” understanding and knowing your customers, attracting (the right) listeners to your podcast, why Spotify airs podcasts, the value of consistency and reliability, why happiness is a choice for all of us... Discover Where the Money’s Hiding in the Mu...
2020-08-121h 17
Everyone Loves GuitarJeff King: Working in NYC on 9/11 - hear what happened!Jeff King Interview: Lessons he learned working with Randy Travis and Reba McEntire… A moving story about 9/11 and recording in the studio with Art Garfunkel… A cool story about playing The David Letterman Show and New York City, toughest solo Jeff’s had to play, and why... the one thing that’s kept Jeff so in demand as a session player over all these years. Happiest moment in Jeff’s life, toughest decision he’s had to make, and the most difficult thing he’s had to go through. I’ve come to know Jeff as a friend over time, and I can...
2020-07-302h 42
From The West Barn: With Joe West & Mike ShimshackCraig Garber - Podcasting BlueprintJoe & Mike talk about podcasting with Craig Garber from the popular podcast, Everyone Loves Guitar. Topics include: All things needed to start and grow a successful podcast, hosting, distribution, guests, marketing, monetizing, building compelling content, growing your audience. + more! "From The West Barn" is a weekly podcast hosted by Joe West & Mike Shimshack shot at The West Barn in Nashville, TN. It's available anywhere podcasts are available. West/Shimshack are both music industry veterans that have seen the peaks and valleys of the business over the past 30 year...
2020-07-211h 13
Everyone Loves GuitarChris Bruce - Meshell Ndegeocello, George Clinton, Jeff BeckOMG 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...
2020-02-072h 31
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig RossCraig 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 Craig talks about getting the gig with Lenny, 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...
2019-11-2654 min
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber - The origins of “HAPPINESS is a CHOICE” & the DANGER of EXPECTATIONSToday, the tables are turned and I was interviewed as a guest on “Making it With Terry Wollman.” I talk about what prompted me to start Everyone Loves Guitar, the origins of “Happiness is a choice” (and who I really say it for), why “It takes a lifetime to do something and how it also takes a minute to do something”... the top traits successful guitarists have in common, when a 50% success rate is OK, the danger of having expectations, basic marketing information for musicians and artists, NOT working on your weaknesses, when to have expectations - and… when not to. Prepar...
2019-11-211h 15
Everyone Loves GuitarNick van Delft - ZodiacNick van Delft is the founder, lead guitarist and vocalist of the amazing psychedelic blues rock band Zodiac, and guitar player of the year in Germany. Zodiac has released 5 studio & 1 live LP since 2010. Nick opens up about how and why he started Zodiac, some of their biggest hits, why the band broke up (and how they recently got back together), moving and being in 14 different schools as a kid… his old Gibson LP Custom, his pedal board… why right now is the happiest time in his life and tons more cool stuff. Great convo with an amazingly talented player:
2019-11-151h 20
Making It! with Terry WollmanCraig Garber - Host of the hit Podcast "Everyone Loves Guitar"Craig Garber is the creator and host of the Podcast “Everyone Loves Guitar”. The first broadcast of this show was on August 31, 2017. Over 600 shows later, it has grown to be not only the largest and most popular podcast in the guitar niche, but it’s actually in the top 15% of all podcasts. His show features musicians covering genres from bluegrass to metal, and from more than 25 different countries. Garber has a background in marketing, sales and communication, which has allowed him to experience a variety of job paths throughout his career. He has worked as a CPA, Financial Planne...
2019-10-181h 09Making It! with Terry WollmanCraig Garber - Host of the hit Podcast "Everyone Loves Guitar"Craig Garber is the creator and host of the Podcast “Everyone Loves Guitar”. The first broadcast of this show was on August 31, 2017. Over 600 shows later, it has grown to be not only the largest and most popular podcast in the guitar niche, but it’s actually in the top 15% of all podcasts. His show features musicians covering genres from bluegrass to metal, and from more than 25 different countries. Garber has a background in marketing, sales and communication, which has allowed him to experience a variety of job paths throughout his career. He has worked as a CPA, Financial Planne...
2019-10-1800 min
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig Garber - Marketing & What I do BESIDES Everyone Loves GuitarThis is an interview I did with a former student of mine. I talk about the marketing business I’ve been running for 21 years and what I was doing earlier on in my career. Why and how I started Everyone Loves Guitar… stumbling blocks, awareness, therapy, progress and putting one foot in front of the other... what inspired me & more: Discover Where the Money’s Hiding in the Music Business in 2023: https://MusicReboot.com Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Subscribe & Website: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Cool Guitar & Music T...
2019-08-171h 15
Everyone Loves GuitarCraig MartiniA popular regional and session player out of Cleveland, Craig’s also played and toured w Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, Phil Collen, Colin Hay... and toured with Def Leppard as a backup for Rick Savage. Cool stories about playing with Paul Gilbert, Satriani & Phil Collen… a life-long music lesson he learned from Larry Graham, bouncing back from a serious and life-threatening illness, being relentless, a great love story, more: Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitte...
2019-07-091h 43
Everyone Loves GuitarBoris Di Piante - Monkey3Founding member of underground Swiss band Monkey3, Boris has played on all 8 Lps & 1 EP. Boris talks about the difference between Switzerland and the US, both musically and culturally… how the band comes up with some of their longer songs… underground music scene in Europe, Marshall Plexi’s & Gibson LP’s, saying what you think, & more: Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar Craig Garber
2019-02-121h 26
Everyone Loves GuitarJustin Derrico - P!nk, The Voice, Robin ThickeThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Justin shares some great stories about how he got his gigs with The Calling, Robin Thicke, P!nk, and The Voice… along with the challenges that came with each particular job. His unlikely guitar heroes… lessons he’s learned… and the one personal quirk he has which most people don’t know about... Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twi...
2019-01-041h 29
Everyone Loves GuitarDavid Grissom - John Mellencamp, Joe Ely, Allman Brothers, Dixie Chicks, Robben FordThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. David has played with John Mellencamp, Joe Ely, Storyville, The Allman Brothers Band, The Dixie Chicks, Chris Isaak, Robben Ford, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Montgomery Gentry, Ringo Starr, Buddy Guy, John Mayall and more. His songs have been recorded by Trisha Yearwood, Lee Ann Womack, John Mayall, Storyville and others... David explains both the psychology and the process of developing his tone, his challenging childhood and dealing with the loss of his mom… and how he go...
2019-01-031h 46
Everyone Loves GuitarJim Campilongo - Jim Campilongo Trio, Norah JonesThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Jim has played with JJ Cale, Al Anderson, Gillian Welch/David Rawlings, Peter Rowan, Martha Wainwright, Bright Eyes, Teddy Thompson, and Burning Spear to name a few, has earned two Gold records, and has written music for national ads for National Grid, Volkswagen, SBC, Michelin and Jack Daniel’s... One of the most disciplined players I’ve ever met, Jim practices daily - usually arising at 4.30am to do so. Jim is a unique and crea...
2019-01-011h 34
Everyone Loves GuitarShem von Schroeck - TOTOThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Shem has toured and recorded with Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, David Foster, Christopher Cross, Don Felder, Stephen Stills, Tom Jones, Gary Wright, Spooky Tooth and many other artists. Shem grew up in a very musical family. His dad was an arranger in New York City, and his mom was a professional singer. This creativity is what motivated him to become not only an expert bass player, but a multi-instrumentalist, music director, solo tenor opera singer...
2018-12-311h 46
Everyone Loves GuitarJack Pearson - Allman Brothers, Albert King, Tommy EmmanuelThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Jack shares story after story about how he met and hooked up with The Allman Brothers, Gregg Allman, Lee Roy Parnell, Derek Trucks, Dickey Betts, Warren Haynes, and more… Why Jack plays an $87 Squire Strat, and why you should, too… Jack’s love for jazz and his passion for guitar and music and why without either, he “cannot breathe.” All this and more from a simply amazing player who RARELY gives interviews at all... Subscri...
2018-12-281h 21
Everyone Loves GuitarKenny Vaughan - Marty StuartThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Kenny’s been playing professionally since he was 12 years old, and actually opened up for Tommy Bolin Archives band Zephyr, in Denver. Stories include taking lessons from Bill Frisell, traveling all over the midwest, and ultimately getting hooked up with Marty Stuart - who he's been playing with, for 17 years now. Kenny also talks about Marty’s unusual friendship with Johnny Cash... Also, a great story about flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucía and a bag of...
2018-12-271h 49
Everyone Loves GuitarSatchel from Steel Panther This is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Do NOT listen to today’s show if you are easily offended! Steel Panther is a comedic glam metal band from LA, known for their profane, misogynistic and humorous lyrics. But don’t kid yourself, these guys are excellent, demanding musicians with 5 major label albums… Satchel discusses his Charvel “Satchel” guitars… the deep and personal meaning of his songs, “Gloryhole,” and “I Got What You Want,” (hint, “5 ½ inches of love”)... putting your own album out right out of the box… and h...
2018-12-261h 21
Everyone Loves GuitarKasim Sulton - Todd Rundgren & Utopia, Meat Loaf, Blue Oyster CultThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Kasim has played bass, keyboards and sang with Todd Rundgren’s Utopia for the last 40 years. He’s recorded 4 solo albums with his own band, and he’s also played on records and toured with Blue Oyster Cult, Meat Loaf, Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick, Patty Smyth, Richie Sambora, Joan Jett, Patti Smith and The New Cars Kasim talks about getting sober 28 years ago, and what his journey into sobriety was like… networking in New York with Mick...
2018-12-251h 24
Everyone Loves GuitarCharlie Starr - Blackberry SmokeThis is a rebroadcast of one of the more popular Everyone Loves Guitar episodes, while Craig is out on vacation. Charlie’s journey from a rural Alabama town to playing Madison Square Garden, the Hollywood Bowl and the Ryman, is very inspiring. Blackberry Smoke has had all the same members in the band for 17 years. The band’s survived loads of ups and downs, playing at one time for an audience of ONE, and through 5 studio and one Live album. Discover their secret to managing conflicts and working together… Charlie talks candidly about getting sober and wh...
2018-12-241h 21
Everyone Loves GuitarRowan Robertson - Dio, Raiding The Rock VaultRowan took Craig Goldy’s place in Dio when he was 17 year old, and went from being a complete unknown from a small town in the UK, to playing arenas & international fame, virtually overnight. How Rowan got the gig is literally a 1 in a million story, very worth hearing. Rowan shares stories about Ronnie James Dio’s kindness, Carpe diem, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, why 90% of success is just turning up… and more: Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https...
2018-12-1253 min
Everyone Loves GuitarTommy Byrnes Interview - Billy Joel, Being honest with each otherTommy has been Billy Joel’s lead guitarist and musical director since 1990. He was also nominated for a Tony and a Grammy for his work with the Movin’ Out Broadway show and album. He’s also toured and recorded with Enrique Iglesias, Brian Setzer, Joan Jett, and Taylor Dayne. Tommy wrote and produced Mandy Moore’s hit, “It’s Gonna Be Love.” Tommy talks about getting the gig with Billy Joel, and his first show (no rehearsal!)... What happened early on in his career with Billy, when he kicked down the hotel room door in Germany… Flying over to London to...
2018-09-071h 07
Everyone Loves GuitarDenny Freeman Interview - Vietnam, Stevie Ray & Jimmie Vaughan, 1960’s Music & CultureMost Emotional Interview I’ve EVER Done: One of the original members of the Austin music scene back in the early 1970’s Denny Freeman roomed with and played in bands with Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimmie Vaughan. He was also part of the house band at Antone’s, and shared stories about backing up blues legends like Otis Rush, Albert Collins, Buddy Guy and Freddie King. He’s played on records with both Vaughan brothers co-written with Debbie Harry... recorded and toured with Bob Dylan… and has released 6 solo CDs of his own Denny was around for the revolu...
2018-09-062h 40
Everyone Loves GuitarRob Garland Interview - How to start your life overHow to start your life over: In spite of having to start over professionally twice and personally once more… and dealing with an unknown medical illness for the last 10 years, Rob Garland is one of the most positive and optimistic people you’ll ever meet. Originally from England, Rob’s opened for BB King, Chuck Berry and Booker T… is currently a teacher at Musician’s Institute… is one of the most popular True Fire instructors… and regularly plays out with his fusion band, Eclectic Trio and his jazz band, Catatonic, at places like the famous Baked Potato in LA
2018-09-052h 53
Everyone Loves GuitarMike Aiken InterviewMike just released his 7th solo album, Wayward Troubadour, and what a journey it’s been for him. Mike and his wife Amy literally live on a sailboat off the coast of Virginia and he was kind enough to share tons of cool stories about the musical and life adventures he’s had, all over the world Mike talks about his mom’s inspirational influence on his life and on his music… a great story about how a decision he made led him to believe he was out of the music business, when in reality, it turned the enti...
2018-09-041h 46
Everyone Loves GuitarErrol Cooney Interview - Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, BeyonceBesides performing in the American Idol house band, Tonight Show band (as a sub) and other television shows, Errol has toured or performed with Janet Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Phillip Phillips, Dave Chappelle, Lalah Hathaway, and many more over the past 20 years A committed family man, Errol talks about how his career got started and making the commitment to move to L.A… a funny story about his audition with Stevie Wonder… Dave Chappelle’s juke joints… being kind and having the courage to believe in yourself, even when others don’t… and much more. Cool convo w...
2018-09-031h 11
Everyone Loves GuitarTomo Fujita InterviewTomo Fujita grew up in Kyoto, Japan, and at age 19 won a full scholarship to attend Berklee. Only problem was he didn’t speak a word of English. He came to America and through sheer hustle and determination, things all seemed to work out. He wound up becoming a member of the faculty at Berklee, and has taught some famous students, such as Eric Krasno, Adam Smirnoff, and John Mayer. Tomo has also performed with some major artists, including Will Lee, Steve Gadd, Bernard Purdie, Steve Jordan, Susan Tedeschi, Phil Collins, John Mayer, James Gadson, Ronnie Earl, Co...
2018-08-242h 01