The Tone Mob Podcast (Blake Wyland & Sound Talent Media)

Episode 143-What? A world record? Yes Sweetwater, Rob Scallon and a host of other folks got together and assembled the world's largest guitar effect pedalboard as recognized by the folks at Guinness! Josh Scott of JHS Pedals, Ryan Dyck from Temple Audio, Brian Wampler of Wampler Pedals and Robert Keeley of Keeley Electronics sat down with me to discuss what went into this and what process looked like. Check it out and then check out all the other content out there on it. It is insane! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is on fire! Big KO is a producer, guitarist, DJ and just general renaissance man. We talk about about his rich musical backstory, the merging of cultures, and how he ended up working with one of his musical heroes, Darryl "DMC" McDaniels. This is one of the best episodes I have done in quite a while. I think you are going to love it. Give him a follow on his Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have another hot one for you! Steve came on a bit ago to nerd out about, well, guitars! We had ourselves an epic chat and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Pull up a chair, kick up your feet and enjoy yourself some epic podcasting! Check out Steve on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is long overdue! Jessica and I spend the first few minutes gushing about Chris Benson and Benson Amps. Then we get into how she got started playing, her approach to gear, her musical influences, and a whole lot more. This is a truly killer episode, I think you'll really enjoy it. Check out Jessica's music HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do magic diodes exist? Are bucket brigade chips analog? What is the deal with the clipping circuit in the Klon Centaur? John and I get into all of this and more on this very rad episode of the podcast. John Snyder is the main dude behind Electronic Audio Experiments and is responsible for some of the raddest pedals in recent memory. He first came on the podcast in 2017, and the story has only gotten more and more interesting since then. If you'd like to check out that first appearance and get some of earlier backstory check that out HERE. You can check out his pedals HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This 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 SUPER RAD & unique pickups, and a whole lot more. Check out the new Gunstreet look at Gunstreet.co And don't forget, we are giving a Gibson SG away and there are just a few days left to enter. Head over to Stringjoy.com to check that out. Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Pierce Johnson is a dude who I've been meaning to have on the show for a very long time. Some things just happen for a reason it seems, and now is the perfect time! Sean is a content creator, musician, and great dude. He also has been closely following California Assembly Bill AB5, and the PRO Act which is currently sitting in Congress. These proposals have a potentially huge impact on professional musicians, and independent contractors of all types. We discuss all that, as well as Sean's backstory and the the usual podcast gear nerdery. Sean's YouTube channel is HERE. Sean's Coffee and Riffs appearance is right HERE. More details on The PRO Act right HERE Support the show and get even more episodes on Patreon! Or, by purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colt Capperune is an incredibly talented music producer in Nashville, TN. This is his second appearance on the podcast and we recorded this at Sweetwater during Gearfest 2023. We are a bit delirious, but that sometimes that makes for the best episodes! Grills, lawn mowing, pellet smokers, and WHAT THE HECK IS GOING ON WITH DOLBY ATMOS???? We get into it, and I think you are going to like it! Make sure you check out his YouTube channel HERE : https://www.youtube.com/@ColtCapperrune  The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have something a little different for you on today's episode! Today my friends Devon and Chelsea from Boy Indigo are debuting some fresh new tunes right here on this podcast! Today we listen to three exclusive new tracks, and talk about them at length on this very special edition of the podcast. I'm super excited to get this to you! Huge shoutout to Sweetwater for making this happen, and their continued support! Presave Boy Indigo's music Follow them on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I have been wanting to do this for a long time! Mark Johnston is a fellow internet guitar gear dude, musician, guitar junkie, podcaster and all around excellent dude. I'm sure you are going to dig this chat as we dive into hist story and the weird world of Instagram guitar stuff. Enjoy! Support the show by purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/reverb and Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once in a while the Patrons of this podcast tell me that one of the bonus episodes NEEDS to be released publicly, and when Phil McKnight came on late last year that happened again! I received a bunch of messages telling me that this bonus episode should NOT be behind closed doors, and if the Patrons ask I need to deliver. If you aren't familiar with Phil, he is one of the most successful guitar gear content creators of our time, and has a wealth of knowledge about many aspects of this weird industry. You should definitely listen to his first appearance on the podcast. Just scroll back in your feed a bit, and it'll be there! So here is the Patreon bonus episode with Phil, and we get down to business on this one. The business of guitar stores, the business of guitar YouTube, the business of guitar brands. You are going to dig it! Make sure you check out Phil over on his YouTube channel HERE https://www.youtube.com/c/PhillipMcKnight Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Blake and Matt Eich discuss the growth of Mule Resonator Guitars and the development of the Mavis guitar. (The first wooden Mule guitar build!) We explore the importance of unique sounds and the balance between innovation and expression in instrument design. We also discuss the unique experience of building musical instruments and the emotional impact they have on people. They explore the feeling of creating something that becomes a tool for artistic expression and the responsibility that comes with it. They also delve into their shared interests outside of music, such as jujitsu and fly fishing, and the similarities in the flow state experienced in these activities. They emphasize the importance of being present and fully engaged in whatever they are doing. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the benefits and challenges of pursuing a passion full-time. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:22 The Development of the Mavis Guitar 08:32 The Importance of Unique Sounds 13:48 Balancing Innovation and Expression in Instrument Design 28:19 The Emotional Impact of Building Musical Instruments 35:13 The Flow State in Jujitsu, Fly Fishing, and Instrument Building 39:31 The Responsibility of Being a Tool Maker for Musicians 45:06 The Benefits and Challenges of Pursuing a Passion Full-Time Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have the comedy world's foremost guitar gear nerd on the podcast! Mr. Dave Hill has managed to pull together a rather fascinating career as a creative person. Dave is a published author, a professional stand-up comedian, a televison writer, a sketch comic, radio host, a musician and as I mentioned...obsessed with guitars. We had a great chat about his encounters with baboons in Africa, how he integrates guitar into his stand-up, his career and a whole lot more! Check out his new book, The Awesome Game and all things Dave on his website https://www.davehillonline.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spilly Cave is a fantastic guitarist, composer, video creator, and as it turns out... an EXCELLENT conversationalist. I met Spilly (Billy) through him becoming a Stringjoy artist, and just loving the music he makes after I discovered it. This dude spent multiple years posting videos EVERYDAY before he actually gained traction publicly, and we discuss his mindset/approach during that timeframe. He's not a serious gear head, but he has developed a VERY unique sound nonetheless. I think you are going to be inspired by this conversation. Give Spilly a follow on his Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/spillycave and on TikTok HERE https://www.tiktok.com/@spillycave The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colt Capperune is a very successful producer/recording engineer/content creator with a very inspiring story. He also has some insight into Apple's plans for integrating Dolby Atmos into Apple Music that could have MASSIVE implications for independent artists and their ability to achieve visibility in the same way that we've become accustomed to. On this episode we get into his career trajectory, how he discovered creating on YouTube, and a whole lot more! Check out Colt on YouTube HERE and on Instagram HERE You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow. WOW. It has been quite the journey for both Mr. Scott and myself since he last came on the podcast. Catching up was truly fantastic. The man is truly passionate about all this stuff, and i think that comes through in a big way during this conversation. Enjoy the episode! Check out his goods HERE and The JHS Show HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another hot one! August is a bassist/guitarist who is currently playing bass in emo-mathcore rippers Kaonashi. He is a great dude, and we had a fantastic chat about his journey in the music industry, his current bass rig, the band's creative process, the difficulty of touring and a whole lot more! Check out the band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I sit down in person in The Shred Shed with local legend Scott Rivera of Scotties Pizza Parlor. Scott is not only a Portland pizza mainstay, but a dude straight out of the music scene that I came up in during the early 2000s. We discuss dangerously modified home ovens, how your business can end up running YOU, mental health, varying pizza styles, his experience growing up in the music scene, combining things to get something magical, and a whole lot more! Check out the details on the pizza shop on his website https://www.scottiespizzaparlor.com/ Give him a follow on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/scottiespizzaparlor/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Braga is the insanely talented and very hard working creator behind the YouTube channel Pedal Playhouse. It is one of the most entertaining and unique viewing experiences in the guitar gear content world. What started out as a very light and bouncy episode took a very unexpected turn when Jo told me her full story. That said, her insane positivity and bubbly personality somehow still managed to generate laughs while we walked down a fairly dark path momentarily. I think you'll really enjoy this episode, and please make sure to check out her work on her channel at this link: Pedal Playhouse Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was such a fun episode! Kathy was an absolute treat to talk with. She has such a great story, and has done so many things. This was truly an epic episode. You do not want to miss this one! Here is the Spotify Link to her Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/album/0mNqTdzUsxaId8eYNdrk97 And link to where you can buy her book from a wonderful Portland based book store that could use you help during this crazy time. They had to lay off all their employees recently, but they are still shipping online. https://www.powells.com/book/-9781477312339 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You read that right. I am talking to Jason USA from the infamous Chibson USA! You will probably be very surprised to hear that the whole Chibson idea came from an in-development documentary film about a very specific Led Zeppelin inspired band. I don't want to give away too much, but you are going to love the story. Standup comedy, memes, guitars, algorithm, streaming and a whole lot more! Dig in and dig it! Check out the Chibson Instagram page here TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a wild episode! On it we talk about what makes his guitars unique, being murdered by Jason Momoa, Benson Amps, mini humbuckers and a whole lot more! Make sure you check out Matt's work on Instagram, and https://www.muleresophonic.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got another heavy hitter for you on this episode! Today I'm talking with Yohan Reinholdz of the band Dark Tranquility (and formerly of Andromeda). We talk gear, the evolution of his process, the Swedish music scene, his daily routine, inspirations, and a whole lot more. You are going to dig this one for sure! Check out Dark Tranquility on their website HERE https://www.darktranquillity.com/ Give Yohan a follow on his Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/johan_reinholdz Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conspiracy theories, Coronavirus, and some guitar stuff too! This episode is all over the place, but it is all good! Michael is great to talk to and he makes really cool pedals. Make sure and check them out at https://tonetugafx.com/ Win a $50 Gift Card to Sweetwater by submitting question for the Ask Sweetwater segment at Tonemob.com/asksweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Chase came by the Shred Shed to hang out, play a little guitar, and nerd out on stuff. So we decided to record a podcast! It was really a fun chat and he makes really cool stuff. Check it out at his website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Mellinger is a guitarist in the band ZAO. I have been a big fan for a very long time, so this was a really big treat for me! We talk in depth about the "Get Back" documentary, their "Ship of Theseus" situation with the band, his love of the Marshall JCM 800, analog delay pedals, modern recording technology, Maxon Pedals, Craiglist gear scores, Adam Jones Les Pauls and a whole lot more! This a super rad episode and I think you are really going to enjoy this. Check out the band at their Bandcamp page HERE, and Scott's personal Instagram HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Spann is a guitarist/musician/frontman for the band low before the breeze. I met Andrew through the podcast itself, and I really, really enjoy the band's output. Plus being a gearhead, he was a natural fit for the show! We discuss Andrew's early experiences with music, the role of gear in his creative process, and the development of his vocal techniques. The conversation also gets into the personal themes present in their music, the collaborative dynamics within the band, and the challenges of addressing personal struggles through art. Check out all of Andrew's stuff below: Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/lowbeforethebreeze/  Album Pre Orders: https://lowbeforethebreeze.bandcamp.com/merch Merch: https://lowbeforethebreeze.bandcamp.com/music National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1G9igjWIvte4q261fJ2D0w?si=XLz8i5KBQ8mr6NaGLt5EuQ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I imagine that you have probably heard a song called Youth Of A Nation? Well Marcos definitely gets into the story around that song! We start off with a HEAVY dose of nostalgia with Blake telling the story of "P.O.D. on the Pepsi. box" and Marcos diving into some San Diego bands. Marcos discusses the music scene and the diverse range of genres that have emerged from the city. He talks about the importance of creating a unique sound and vibe as a musician, drawing inspiration from bands like Black Sabbath, Metallica, and Soundgarden. Marcos also emphasizes the need for musicians to be open-minded and experimental in their approach to music, and expresses his hope for a resurgence of originality in heavy music. Marcos emphasizes the need for artists to take risks and follow their own vision, rather than simply imitating what is popular. But ALSO the blessing/curse combination that comes with having an original sound. DJing, tube amps, songwriting, the role of producers, staying true to yourself, and a WHOLE lot more on this episode! Check out Marcos' DJ Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mark3yt05/?igsh=d2xpZDJkc3Rwb2Jw Check out Marcos' personal Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/officialmarcoscuriel?igsh=YXU0MmRvYjkyYW15 P.O.D. Website HERE: https://payableondeath.com/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is another one for you all! Mike is a great dude making great pedals. We talk about his story and how he integrates his heritage into his designs. We also talk about Indian tacos and how not enough people know about them! Check out his work at https://nativeaudio.us/ Support the show at Patreon.com/Tonemob Or buy purchasing gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater or Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had the opportunity to sit down with singer/songwriter Calder Allen when I was at Fairwell Fest over the summer. This dude didn't start writing until 2020 and he is already churning out some really incredible stuff. It's a quick one, but we had a really cool conversation about his story, fly fishing and a whole lot more. Enjoy! Check out Calder on his website HERE: https://www.calderallen.com/  The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan Lippi is this week's guest on the show! Megan is a guitar player and animation student who is just KILLING it on YouTube with her pedal demos. Her unique spin on content coupled with her tasteful playing style is earning her a rad spot in the gear world. I really enjoy her work, and I definitely enjoyed this conversation. I think you will too! Check out her YouTube Channel HERE and her Instagram page HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Koch has been a force in the guitar world for decades. He has toured all over the world, made a whole variety of different albums, and is one of the original guitar "content creators". The dude is a wealth of knowledge, and just a fantastic conversationalist. This is a truly epic "part 2 but also part 1" podcast conversation. I think you will all really, really enjoy it. Check him out at his website HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, would ya look at that? Mr. Fallon and Mr. Benson are back on the podcast for another episode of total nerdery and Dad-like speculation about the weather and housing market. This was a very special episode spurred on by Brian, and I'm so glad he had the idea. This was an absolute blast. Enjoy! Check out Brian's music right HERE or wherever you get your tunes. In addition to his solo work, he was also part of a little thing called The Gaslight Anthem. You may be familiar, and if your aren't you should go ahead and get familiar. You know I have much love for Chris's work, but if that has somehow escaped you. check out his amplifiers at Bensonamps.com TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey hey folks! This was an epic episode. Zambricki has quite the crazy backstory. I found it to be very interesting that his career came about as a result of a car accident.... That was definitely a new one for me! Check it out and then check out his band at https://magicgiant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 155- Here is a real treat for you! On this episode Bobb and I talk about meeting Paul McCartney, opening for Metallica, weird old pedals, Ibanez guitars, festivals and more! Check out his band Best Coast at Bestcoast.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. (Its always good to have buddies!) We also discuss the evolution of YouTube and the changing landscape of the platform. Landon shares his journey from being in a band to starting his YouTube channel and how he found his niche. (We also get into the unpredictability of the platform, and the difficulties of explaining their work to others and the perception of being a YouTuber/podcaster.) Landon and I also get into the topic of soundproofing and how we built out our studios for content creation SECOND and loud amps FIRST. We also discuss the misconceptions surrounding soundproofing and the importance of using the right materials. Finally, they discuss the weird side of doing this for a living and the impact it can have on mental health. In this portion of the chat, Landon and Blake discuss a range of topics, from dark thoughts and serial killers to the permanence of the internet. We get real weird with it! Takeaways Networking and building relationships in the industry is crucial for content creators. Finding your niche and creating content that resonates with your audience is key to success. Soundproofing and building a dedicated studio space can greatly improve the quality of your content. Incorporating and understanding the business side of content creation is important for long-term success. Many people have misconceptions about soundproofing and believe that certain products or techniques are effective when they are not. Soundproofing projects can be challenging and require a lot of time, effort, and research. Soundproofing in apartments can be difficult due to limitations on modifications. Exploring new technology in music gear can enhance the creation process. Being a content creator comes with its own set of challenges, including the unpredictability of YouTube algorithms and the outside perception of being a YouTuber or Podcaster. Subscriber engagement and success on YouTube can be inconsistent and difficult to predict. A large online presence can have a dark side and impact mental health. The internet never forgets, and everything you say or do online can be permanent. Having fun should be a priority, even in professional pursuits like music. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gear Fest 07:15 Getting Started in Content Creation 17:33 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation 23:16 Finding Your Niche and What Works 26:11 Soundproofing and Building a Studio 29:37 The Importance of Incorporating and Business Side of Content Creation 31:26 Acoustic Caulk and Soundproofing 32:09 Misconceptions about Soundproofing 35:01 The Uncertainty of First Time Soundproofing Projects 36:15 Challenges of Soundproofing in Apartments 37:21 Exploring New Technology in Music Gear 39:37 Future Projects and Collaborations 43:30 Navigating the Perception of Being a YouTuber 45:11 The Difficulty of Explaining What You Do 49:18 The Challenges of Being a Content Creator 53:11 The Unpredictability of YouTube Success 56:06 The Mystery of YouTube Algorithms 59:35 The Inconsistency of Subscriber Engagement 01:01:11 The Dark Side of Fame and Online Presence 01:02:10 Dark Thoughts and Serial Killers 01:03:00 The Forgetfulness of Live Streams 01:03:47 The Permanence of the Internet 01:04:15 Landon's Channel and Having Fun 01:05:15 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:06:20 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BOY OH BOY do we go off in the weeds on this episode!! Like way off, but of course we do because that is what always happens when my guy Philippe comes on the program. This was a lot of fun. Hope you enjoy! Philippe's website: https://carolineguitar.com/ Support the show by buying your gear through these links: Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From being told he was "too small to play guitar", to leading one of the most popular musical acts on the planet, Pete Anderson has seen almost every angle of the music industry. Pete and I go over his career from the moment he started guitar, to working in music stores, to his approach in producing bands, touring the world, meeting Scotty Moore, his thoughts on his own creative process, and so much more. This is one of the coolest conversations I ever had, and fortunately I was able to record the whole thing! (And the Patreon bonus chat was absolutely incredible!) Check out all things Pete on his website http://peteanderson.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially a tradition now! My dude Dewey from the Peer Pleasure Podcast is back on for our annual Year In Review. We dive right in and discuss the WEIRDEST things that happened while we were recording the podcast this year, and trust me when I say there are some really, really weird things that guests have done while recording. Squirrels, clock mechanics, "hitting them where they ain't" and well... I don't want to spoil it. This is a good one. Make sure you check out Dewey's show Peer Pleasure Podcast wherever you listen to this one! Check out our 30 Day Guitar Challenge HERE https://stringjoy.com/30-day-guitar-challenge/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a first time for everything! Today I'm talking to Chef Brian Tsao about his career in the culinary industry, touring musically around China, the overlaps that the music industry has with the restaurant industry, his new band, his guitar rig and of course SANDWICH SUNDAYS. Make sure you check out his YouTube Channel , follow him on Instagram, and check out his band Loss Becomes! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Balkun Brothers are an epic two-piece rock band from Connecticut. Steve and Nick formed their band after being arrested in New Hampshire. Which is not exactly the most common starting point for a band. We quickly bonded over a mutual LOVE of pizza, and we went down the deep rabbit hole of baritone guitars, why you need one, and what makes them so special. Check out the VIDEO that introduced me to the band here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CodVnEGjd6R/?hl The band's website is here: https://www.balkunbrothers.com/ Steve's guitars are available here: https://www.balkunguitars.com/ You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Reis is the head dude behind the popular YouTube channel Does It Doom? He has zeroed in on a growing, but wildly underserved niche in the gear world. We talk about how he zeroed in on the content for his channel, the history of Doom Metal, how Orange and Matamp are intertwined, his new pedals and a whole lot more. I think you'll really enjoy it! Check out his channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am chatting with John Demaio of Voltic Electronic Devices. John shares his experiences in the Army band, his transition from bass to guitar, and the various musical influences that have shaped his career. The conversation also delves into the challenges of starting a business in the music industry, common issues faced in amp repair, and a bunch of other rad stuff like: What the heck CAN you play on a Jazz Bass? Being the first in your region can be beneficial John's current lineup Nu Metal Western swing music Fender Vibroluxes Common Amp Issues A whole lot more! Check out the Voltic lineup on John's website HERE https://www.volticelectronicdevices.com/ Plus! John generously provided a discount code for you folks TONEMOB!) will save you 10% at checkout! Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got another hot one for you! Rick has been a listener of the show for years, and we've chatted on the internet for almost as long. So this was a real treat to get him on the podcast and talk about pick making, Yamaha guitars, starting a business during Covid, and a whole lot more! Check out his work HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mighty Joe Branton has returned to The Tone Mob Podcast! It is a happy occasion indeed! On this episode, Joe and Blake talk about the evolution of their podcasts and the importance of newer creators finding a niche. (Joe drops some good wisdom on that particular point). Somehow the dudes also touch on, of all things, SPORTS. (Don't worry, that is short lived.) Joe shares his current musical inspiration and his band's approach to writing and recording. They also discuss the use of vintage-inspired gear and the dynamics of bass in a band. In this conversation, Joe Branton and Blake discuss their preferences and experiences with bass guitars and amplifiers. They explore the different tones and effects they enjoy, as well as their favorite brands and models. Joe shares his love for vintage bass sounds and his desire to incorporate them into his music. Joe even goes as far as to help Blake out with a bass centric problem that many guitarists-turned-bassists run into... What bass amp to buy? All of this and more on this very low-end focused episode of The Tone Mob Podcast! Takeaways Finding a specific niche can help in breaking into podcasting or any other creative field. Having a passion for the subject matter is crucial for long-term engagement in podcasting. Balancing different interests and projects can be challenging but rewarding. Simplifying gear setups and focusing on dynamics can enhance the overall sound and performance of a band. Finding the right bass tone is crucial for supporting the overall sound of a song. Experimenting with different bass guitars and amplifiers can lead to unique and interesting tones. Vintage bass sounds can add a dynamic and nostalgic element to music. Using plugins and recording techniques can provide flexibility and convenience when recording bass. Ashdown, Ampeg, and Hartke are recommended brands for bass amplifiers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcasting 08:05 The Evolution of Podcasting and Music 22:47 Finding Inspiration and Obsessions 26:25 The Dynamics of Bass in a Band 31:23 Exploring Bass Tones and Effects 32:00 Incorporating Vintage Bass Sounds 35:19 The Importance of Bass Tone in a Song 42:30 Options for Recording Bass 49:38 Recommended Bass Amplifier Brands Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey everyone! It is time for a tasty bonus episode featuring my dude Chris DeMakes from the band Less Than Jake, and his show, Chris DeMakes A Podcast. We had a most excellent chat about his musical history, his gear over time, the concept behind his podcast and a whole lot more. Give it a spin, I think you'll really enjoy it. The band's website is https://lessthanjake.com/ TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright fellow elder Millennials and up. Today I am sitting down with Jordan.wav to discuss social media platforms and how a musician/creative can utilize these outlets to their advantage. I've wanted to get Jordan on for a long time. This guy has absolutely blown up on TikTok with over 1 million followers on the platform. So to say he has quite a bit of insight into this stuff is the understatement of the year. He is a brilliant dude, a ripping guitarist, and is just all around a super cool guy. Give him a follow on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have John from Taking Back Sunday on the show this week. We go over his musical back story briefly, along with his gear journey that he took along the way. We also talk about song writing approaches, studio vs road gear, digital vs tube amps, his views and advice for younger artists/bands, and a whole lot more. This is a very fun episode. I think you'll really enjoy it! You can follow John on Instagram HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is absolutely insane! Big KO and I sit down with the guitar legend Eddie Martinez for one of the most epic chats in the history of this show. Whether you know it or not, you have almost certainly heard Eddies guitar playing. The tracks are too numerous to list, but some names include RUN DMC, Meatloaf, Mick Jagger, Patti LaBelle, and many more. We had a blast and I think you are going to love this! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is this? A guitar announcement on a guitar podcast complete with ACTUAL GUITAR PLAYING??? This madness. Blake must have officially lost his mind. This is Aaron's second appearance on the show, and he is debuting his new signature guitar from Schecter. He does some shreddery, we discuss how impossible it is to get a Rickenbacker, he apparently likes to taunt ghosts with disastrous results and a whole lot more! Check out the new Schecter HERE Check Intervals HERE The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the podcast I experience another one of those "pinch me" moments! Red Fang has been a huge influence on me in both a musical sense and in some of my personal gear choices. Bryan and I discuss a whole bunch of stuff on this slightly condensed episode, including: Soundgarden, and their influence on the band The Sunn Beta Lead Amplifier (of course) Intra-band creative conflict and how to manage it Tuner pedals Weird books and their influence Recording to tape vs digitally A WHOLE LOT MORE! Check out Red Fang wherever you get your music and on their website HERE https://redfang.net/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By very special request, here is an episode with Jay Jillard! Jay makes insanely cool guitars and started right into the biz out of high school. He offers some great insight into the guitar business and offers some tips as to what has made him successful. (Hint, making quality instruments is only part of it.) Check out his work right HERE Support the show by purchasing your gear at Tonemob.com/sweetwater and Tonemob.com/reverb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was AWESOME. Brian and I talk about all sorts of things. From the state of the music industry, to the need for a label, to the exact rig that he used on The 59 Sound. It was a lot of fun, and if you like. Sure and follow Brian on all the socials to stay in the loop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bouncing Souls are an iconic melodic punk band from New Jersey. They are a personal favorite of mine and have been for over 20 years. Pete is also the owner of what I consider to be one of the raddest guitars in music history. It is a 1979 White Les Paul Custom that has the most iconic legit playwear that I have ever seen! We talk about that and a lot of other stuff like: The early days of the Bouncing Souls Recording music is a collaborative process that requires understanding the dynamics of the band. Aspiring musicians should focus on DIY methods to build their careers before seeking label support. The music industry has changed drastically, making it easier for artists to promote themselves independently. Finding the right label is crucial; artists should seek those who genuinely support their vision. Touring experiences evolve with age, shifting from wild adventures to more family-oriented approaches. The importance of building relationships and trust in the music industry cannot be overstated. Simple gear setups can often yield the best results in live performances. Nostalgia plays a big role in music culture. Modern touring vs 90s touring "Rock dad" life Punk rock was a significant turning point for many musicians. Punkorama CDs were crucial for discovering new music. Epitaph Records played a vital role in the punk scene. Check out more info on The Bouncing Souls on their website HERE https://www.bouncingsouls.com/ Check out more about Pete on his website HERE https://petesteinkopf.com/ and give him a follow on Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/pete_steinkopf Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 145- Today, I talk with musician and YouTube creator Dovydas! The man is a real treat of a person and has a unique style that I really dig. He  is a delight to chat with and I think you will enjoy his story. Make sure you check out his YouTube channel! Oh, yeah, and don't forget to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jayce Levi is the owner of The "World Famous" Repairland down in Indio California. His videos have absolutely exploded in the last few years and it's not hard to see why. He is an extremely skilled repair tech, but his videos also showcase his comedic sensibilities and wholesome approach to life. I wanted to get him on the show to tell his story, and he DID NOT disappoint! From repairing a guitar owned by Jerry Garcia (that was brought in by a Hells Angel), to a ukulele with a flying bridge, we all the details about Jayce's crazy career. Give Jayce a follow HERE https://www.instagram.com/worldfamousrepairland Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brent Mason is an absolute legend in the guitar world. Not only for his chameleon like ability to adapt to any song, but also for his technical precision and speed. He is also one of the most prolific guitarists on the planet having played on basically any 1990s country song that matters, and a whole bunch of songs you never would have expected. On top of all of that, he's a heck of a nice guy and hilarious! You are in for a real treat of an episode! One quick note: This episode was pulled from the other guitar podcast I record, The Chasing Tone Podcast. We are doing a "podcast gift exchange" these next couple weeks to celebrate the holiday season, and I thought this episode was perfect for sharing with Tone Mob listeners. Hope you enjoy! Check out The Chasing Tone Podcast HERE https://www.wamplerpedals.com/podcast/ or wherever you listen to Tone Mob. Get in touch with Brent Mason on his website HERE https://www.brentmason.com/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here it is. The thing I've been working on for months and can't seem to shut up about. Here is my first solo record. I'm working under the name "American Cyclops" and the album title is "Tom, Do You Have Anything Sharp On You?" It is brought to you by the fantastic folks at Sweetwater. Make sure and show them some love. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one has been over a year in the making! I had the opportunity to sit down with Mark and Dan Gooday of Ashdown Engineering to chat at GearFest and we had an absolutely incredible chat! Ashdown is a UK based amplifier company that is most widely known for their innovations in the bass amplification market, and the iconic VU Meter adoring their equipment. Mark starts off the discussion by diving into his history as a driving force behind Trace Elliot, and we dive into the nuances of running a manufacturing operation. Dan also chimes in and talks about his story of joining the family business, helping form the brand identity, the "Ashdown Forest" and a whole lot more. Check them out on their website HERE: https://ashdownmusic.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug Kauer of Kauer is back!!!! It has been way way way overdue. I am super stoked to get Doug back on the show. On this one we talk about how his business has changed over the years, and how Kauer Guitars navigated the shutdowns, he offers his advice to those looking to do the same, I confess to the murder of o piece of Cardboard and a whole lot more! Check out his work at https://www.kauerguitars.com/ and on Instagram. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Martin Allison is a bassist. And not just any bassist, this dude is an absolute MONSTER on the instrument. Ever since he was first "forced" into the roll of commanding the low end, he developed a true passion for the instrument that is nearly impossible to match. Ian has performed countless times in a wide variety of situations, but as far as The Internet is concerned he is most closely associated with the widely acclaimed channel Scott's Bass Lessons. He has also produced a ton of content on his own, which can mostly be found on his Instagram page. Give him a follow HERE and you will be very glad you did! If you don't know Scott's Bass Lessons, you really should. Even if you are a guitarist like myself. It's a pretty incredible resource. Scott's website is HERE and the YouTube channel is HERE. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you like scary music movies? How about discussions about human nature? An Ibanez Talman Tele???????? Song writing? Music? This one was a a TRIP. Yvette and just let this conversation flow from one place to the next. I really, really enjoyed this conversation and I'm so happy that we were able to do it despite the technical difficulties. Make sure and follow her on the socials and check out her music HERE. TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a hot one for you! Dan is the DSP dude over at Old Blood (amongst other things). He is a really good due, and he has an interesting story to tell. And this time I pulled off a successful interview with a member of the Old Blood crew without my house going up in smoke.. (Listen to Seth and Brady's appearance on the podcast if you are curious about that....) Check out the pedals at Oldbloodnoise.com Support the show and get even more podcast content over at Patreon.com/tonemob You can also help out by purchasing gear over at Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Love shares his journey as a musician and how he got into live looping. He talks about the importance of being present and connected with the audience during performances. He also discusses the role of meditation in his music and how it helps him stay focused and centered. Michael emphasizes the power of music to bring people together and create a shared experience. In this conversation, Michael Love discusses the importance of physical, spiritual, and mental health in music. He shares how he incorporates warmups, meditation, and fasting into his routine to stay connected to his music and take care of himself. Michael also reflects on the self-destructive tendencies that many musicians experience and the importance of self-care. He talks about the evolution of his music from arranging for a big band to performing with a stripped-down setup and the impact it has had on his songwriting. Michael also shares details about his upcoming album trilogy and tours. Check out Mike's music on the usual streaming platforms and on his website HERE https://mikelovemusic.com/ Keywords music, live looping, pedals, solo gig, meditation, presence, audience connection, music, health, warmups, meditation, fasting, self-care, self-destructive tendencies, songwriting, album trilogy, tours Takeaways Being present and connected with the audience is crucial during performances. Meditation helps Michael stay focused and centered while performing. Music has the power to bring people together and create a shared experience. Physical, spiritual, and mental health are interconnected and important for musicians. Taking care of oneself is crucial for sustained creativity and success in music. Arranging for a big band and performing with a stripped-down setup have influenced Michael's songwriting. Looping and using a loop pedal have allowed Michael to create dynamic live performances. Michael's upcoming album trilogy, starting with 'Leaders,' is a culmination of years of work and collaboration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Discovery of Michael Love's Work 01:36 The Start of Michael's Musical Journey 06:38 Expanding the Pedal Board and Experimenting with Effects 10:54 Improving Sound Quality and Control in Live Performances 15:20 The Importance of Presence and Energy in Live Shows 23:59 Incorporating Meditation into Performances 30:49 The Universal Power of Music 32:46 The Importance of Health in Music 36:22 Navigating Self-Destructive Tendencies 42:20 From Big Band Arrangements to Stripped-Down Performances 45:16 The Power of Looping in Live Performances 56:43 Introducing the Album Trilogy: 'Leaders', 'Teachers', and 'Healers' Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Blake interviews Marty Schwartz, a renowned guitar teacher and one of the first music instructors on YouTube. Marty shares his journey of becoming a successful guitar teacher and the early adoption of YouTube for teaching guitar lessons. He discusses the impact of Guitar Hero on teaching classic rock songs and the benefits of video lessons for students. We also get into using YouTube to enhance private lessons, and the challenges he faced during the 2008 economic crash. We also get into his experience creating lesson courses and DVDs and how he started working with music brands. He discusses the process of getting a signature guitar and building relationships with brands like D'Addario and Gibson. Marty also mentions his involvement in Gibson's G3 mentorship program and his collaborations with the brand. Takeaways Marty Schwartz became a successful guitar teacher by seizing opportunities and working hard. YouTube provided a platform for Marty to teach guitar lessons at scale and reach a wider audience. The popularity of Guitar Hero helped introduce classic rock songs to a new generation of guitar students. Video lessons offer students the flexibility to learn at their own pace and review material as needed. Marty's success on YouTube was a result of timing, preparation, and embracing new technology. Creating videos for specific songs and optimizing video titles for search engine optimization (SEO) helped Marty attract more viewers. Marty's commitment to daily YouTube videos and using YouTube as a referral tool contributed to his success as a guitar teacher. Learning from other music YouTubers can provide valuable insights and inspiration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and The False Episode 500 Celebration 01:16 Marty's Journey as a Guitar Teacher 03:15 Timing and Preparation for YouTube Success 04:14 The Impact of Guitar Hero on Teaching Classic Rock Songs 05:10 Benefits of Video Lessons for Students 06:08 Transitioning to Full-Time YouTube Guitar Teacher 07:12 Teaching Music at an Elementary School 08:11 Using YouTube to Enhance Private Guitar Lessons 09:08 The Impact of the 2008 Economic Crash 10:07 Focusing on YouTube Videos During Challenging Times 11:06 The Evolution of Marty's YouTube Channel 12:19 Discovering the Importance of SEO for Video Titles 13:14 Creating Videos for Specific Songs 15:16 Teaching Classic Rock Songs to Kids 18:28 Doubling Down on YouTube as a Referral Tool 19:05 The Early Days of YouTube and Monetization 20:01 Using YouTube as a Marketing Tool 22:29 Learning from Other Music YouTubers 23:23 Transitioning from Private Lessons to YouTube 25:26 Creating Lesson Courses and DVDs 27:21 Working with Music Brands 29:16 Getting a Signature Guitar 31:57 Building Relationships with Brands 34:00 Working with D'Addario 35:25 Participating in Gibson's G3 Mentorship Program 39:44 Collaborating with Gibson 00:00 Introduction and Signature Guitar 02:58 The Reality of Touring 06:03 The Connection with Fans 08:58 The Realities of Touring 13:01 Dealing with Scams and Fake Videos Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lots of people have theorized that the video game "Rock Band" may have kick started a whole generation of guitarists. Ayla proves that that might just be true. We had a great conversation about bringing just what the song needs to the table, technical ability vs songwriting, asking about the death of "genre" saying "YES" to everything and a whole lot more! Check her out on YouTube & Instagram as well as her website. You can also get lessons from her and a bunch of other rad folks at Guitareo. The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WOW. That is first word that came to mind when I went to write this episode description because this episode is AWESOME. Reverend Peyton is well known as a master of slide guitar and country-blues style music. But the man is quite simply a guitar and music obsessive. You are going to love this episode. We talk about things like: A brawl that involved Fletcher from Pennywise, Alesana, and a half-blind Reverend Peyton. (You need to hear this story!) The "vocal" quality that is unique to guitar. Nirvana and "being yourself" The scary circumstances that lead Rev. to the slide The unique challenges that came with Warped Tour The benefits of learning by ear Becoming uniquely your own by "copying" others A WHOLE LOT MORE! Go check out the new record "Honeysuckle" and all the other great music on Rev's website HERE https://bigdamnband.com/music Give Reverend Peyton a follow HERE https://www.instagram.com/bigdamnband Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a very hydrated episode for you! Robert is a well known guitarist on YouTube who's videos have generated millions of views. He is a monster of a player, a great guy, and his videos are awesome. If that sounds like your kind of thing, slide over to his YouTube channel for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Way back in 2016 when I was very new to podcasting and being a part of the guitar world, I attended my first Winter NAMM show. The very first thing I did was march up to the PRS Guitars booth to have an interview with none other than Paul Reed Smith himself. This was all orchestrated by my friend Ryan Burke from the now infamous YouTube channel  @60CycleHumCast  . What proceeded was an extremely fun conversation that the internet didn't seem to understand at all. So when Ryan and I found out that Paul was going to be at Sweetwater's Gearfest this year, we thought it would be fun to do an update! Here is that update. Enjoy! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this very special video episode of the podcast I invited my friend Dewey Halpaus of The Peer Pleasure Podcast to the Shred Shed for a TWO HOUR conversation of epic proportions. We intended on this being a recap of our podcast lives in 2022, and we definitely got into how things are changing for his podcast, as well as my own. Including a new effort focused on YouTube for me! The chat included a discussion of my ever evolving role at Stringjoy, what it is like being a podcaster, and like the title says... How you cannot go poop on a tour bus. Which is something that I was not aware of... I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did! Please make sure you check out Dewey's show on his website, or wherever you get your podcasts. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Big Ear Pedals crew returns! It has been quite a long time since they have been on and we have so much to discuss! This was much needed update from Grant and Karen and it was a real treat. We talk about spiders, and cyclones, crazy electrical flashes and more! Check out their stuff at https://www.bigearpedals.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you had told me when I started this podcast that I would be sitting down with Buzz Osborne to talk about guitar pedals I would have said you were crazy. But fast forward to today, and that is exactly what is happening! We talked about Sunn Beta Leads, his signature gear with Hilbish Designs & Electrical Guitar Company, how he prefers to set up for performance, his take on recording/listening mediums, his experience with labels and a whole lot more! Check out The Melvins at their website You can check out his pedals HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Misha Mansoor is here! He is well known as a driving force behind the band Periphery, Horizon Devices, Get Good Drums, Bulb and a whole lot more! I was super stoked to talk with him and I think you are really going to enjoy this. On this episode we discuss some how he has been able to carve out a living as a musician, the difference between Axe-Fx and Kemper, cars, mic'ing up guitar cabinets, knowing when to cut your losses, learning from your mistakes, what record labels are looking for and a whole lot more. Give Misha a follow on Instagram and check out his many projects. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello everyone! On this episode, I present to you one of the wildest stories I've ever heard on the podcast. You listeners know that there have been some crazy tales told on this show, but this one ranks up there with the scariest of them all. Eyal is a founding member of Dååth, the CEO of Unstoppable Recording Machine, and Riff Hard, an accomplished session guitarist and a whole lot more. We talk about the dedication required to forge a successful career in music, overcoming an initial lack of familial support for his career, the early metal scene, and the epic new course that URM has put together! You can check out more info on the course HERE: https://nailthemix.com/jenscourse Check out all of Eyal's stuff on his Instagram You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another hot one for you! This time I am sitting down with Mr. Thomas Erak from The Fall of Troy, Just Like Vinyl and a bunch of other things. We had a great time discussing his upcoming post-apocalyptic, sci-fi, horror music/art project, his recent pedal obsessions, his musical life and so much more. It is a really fun one and I think you are going to enjoy it. Follow Thomas on Instagram Check out my appearance on The JHS Show TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Leonard J returns for another chat about spicy food, cheeseball, and a smattering of guitar things. We also discuss whether butter is a sauce, and if you have no sauce you're lost. But don't get lost in the sauce. We go all over the place. Hope you enjoy! Jay's YouTube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one was so much fun! A while back, I was in Nashville, TN, and Grant & Karen from Big Ear Pedals organized a small get together for us to record a podcast. On this one I'm chatting up a storm with Jesse from Rude Tech, Awol from Awol Pedals, the Big Ear crew, Matt from 1981 Inventions, and Trey from Retroactive Pedals. It was a really fun episode. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Check out Pedalraffle.com for info on the large rig giveaway. Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a long overdue episode! I am bringing back one of my favorite people, Bob Keeley himself. When Rob agreed to come on the podcast way back in 2015, I was not only flabergasted that he agreed to it, but it was one of the best episodes of this show that has been published. Rob is back and giving us a much needed update on the state of Keeley Electronics, talking about collaborating with Andy Timmons, elaborating on some overlooked aspects of running a manufacturing business in the US, how Boss inspired him, and a whole lot more! The Tone Mob Discord is HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I love it when I get to have fellow podcasters on the show, but it is even better when that podcaster happens to be in a successful band! Casey has been a member of The Wonder Years for almost 20 years. In that time he's developed his skills as a producer, songwriter, and he has a very strong grasp on what it takes to make it in the music business. He also is a serious guitar gear nerd so of course we bonded over that as well. I think you are really going to enjoy this episode! Check out his band, The Wonder Years, on their website: https://loneliestplaceonearth.com/collections/thewonderyears Definitely check out his podcast as well. The Record Process is available wherever you listen to this show, or here: https://www.truelevelstudio.com/therecordprocess You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've got a hot one for you this week! On this episode I'm talking to none other than the legend himself, Mr. Brian Ray. Brian is best known for playing guitar with the absolute powerhouse that is Sir Paul McCartney for the last 20 years. But his credits don't stop there! Brian also played with the fabulous Etta James for 14 years and shared the stage or collaborated with the likes of Keith Richards, Carlos Santana, Bonnie Rait, Smokey Robinson, Peter Frampton and many, many more. On this episode, Brian gives us a bit of an inside scoop on his career, gives advice to up and coming musicians, shares some incredible stories and a whole lot more. Enjoy it folks! Get more info on Brian from his website HERE https://www.brianray.com/music Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another long, long overdue episode! RJ is a successful touring musician, session dude, and YouTuber. He absolutely SHREDS, loves gear and is a great dude. I had a great time on this episode, and I think you are going to love it too. Check out all his stuff on his WEBSITE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Does producing music work when there are a significant number of "cooks in the kitchen?" Can more brains on a project lead to a better outcome? Or does the result become a shadow of the former concept? Taylor and I dive into all of that, plus some REALLY exciting updates from the land of Mixwave, we talk in depth about his recent obsession with vintage guitars, "in-the-box" vs "out-of-the" box mixing, and a whole lot more! Give Taylor a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/taylorlarson Check out the Mixwave products HERE: https://www.mixwave.net/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 138- On this episode, Zach and I discuss his beginnings as a pedal builder, playing through Dumbles, vintage guitars, Carter's Vintage Guitars, and a whole lot more! Check his stuff out at Mythospedals.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I have a super rad chat with Mike Stern. A guitarist who's co-conspirators include other greats such as Blood, Sweat & Tears, Miles Davis, Jaco Pastorius, Eric Johnson and more! We talk his current rig, his past vs current approach to the instrument, pedalboard order, our thoughts on "practice" and a whole lot more! Enjoy it folks! Check out more info on Mike on his website HERE https://www.mikestern.org/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not very many people get into international arms dealing, get busted by the Government, have a BIG Hollywood movie made about their life, and THEN start a successful effects pedal company. But that is exactly what happened to David Packouz of Singular Sound. You may have heard about David from the Todd Phillips directed film 'War Dogs' (starring Jonah Hill and Miles Teller) or possibly his company's most famous product The Beat Buddy. But how did all of this happen? Thats exactly what we get into on this episode. You are going to love it! You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Hallquist is this week's guest. He is a guitarist in the band Kaonashi and we had a great conversation. We talked about his inspirations, pedalboard, how the band goes about touring, and one SUPER CREEPY GUY IN FLORIDA. As discussed in the intro, the band had most of their gear stolen in Anaheim California recently, and you can find their gear HERE. You can check out more information on the band HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thursday is an absolutely incredible and influential band so you can imagine how excited I was to sit down and talk with guitarist Steve Pedulla for this very special episode of the podcast. On this episode we dive into Steve's gear journey in a very extensive way. Starting with his Gibson SG, and landing in Telecaster land. We really went down the rabbit hole of his guitar pedal choices, his digital/tube based hybrid rig of today, and a whole lot more. This episode is a must for any Thursday fan, and if you aren't familiar, you can check out the band on their website https://www.thursday.net/ Save yourself 10% on any guitar maintenance tools or other musical products from StewMac by visiting https://stewmac.com/tonemob You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gear, gear and MOAR GEAR talk on this episode. Mike and I dive into his journey from a biomedical professional to full time musician in popular rock act, Boston Manor. It's a more sudden change in fields than I would have expected! After that we dive immediately into the pedalboard, why he believes he'll always play genuine tube amplifiers (though we do touch on the digital modeling world as well). Marshall, Gibson, Fender, Meris, Ibanez 7 series, and of course BOSS are all gushed about on this episode quite extensively. You might just learn something! Give Mike a follow on his Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/mikebstnmnr/ Check out Boston Manor's tour, new record and all that jazz HERE https://www.bostonmanorband.com/ Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Browne Amplification has really blown up in the last few years. Thanks in large part to The Protein Dual Overdrive Pedal. On this episode we discuss how Josh Scott (of JHS Pedals) convinced him to give surface mount components a try in his guitar pedals, germanium transistors, how he was able to make the leap from touring tech to owning a manufacturing operation, the perils of operating a small business, and a whole litany of other things. We've got something for everyone on this episode! Check out all the fine Browne Amplification products on their website! https://browneamps.com/ You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My buddy Richard Oliver of Wampler Pedals and Amplify Creative is on the show today! Richard has been a co-host on Chasing Tone with Brian Wampler and myself for about six months. I figured it was high time that he and I had a one on one chat to dig a little deeper into his background! This was a fun chat and if you want more, make sure you check out the Chasing Tone Podcast every week wherever you get this podcast! TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan is one of the dudes behind Poison Noises, a relatively new company in the pedal world that is gaining favor with a lot of my personal favorite bands. They've also found favor with the crew of Josh Scott's JHS Show. Jordan and I had chatted a bit on the interwebz and I thought that he would be a great guest for the podcast, so here we are! Enjoy the show folks! Check out their pedals HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Klon. There are few words in the guitar world that will get guitarists clamoring, foaming at the mouth, or shouting hysterically like the word Klon. (I'll let you decide if that is a negative or a positive in your own mind.) So much so that even the best clones of the legendary circuit can send folks right into a frenzy. And if those clones are using some of the same hard-to-source components as the original? Well, people lose their almost as hard as they do over an original! My buddies over at Wampler Pedals had just that happen at the end of last year with the Germanium Tumnus release, and I invited my buddy/co-host Richard Oliver (a man of many hats at Wampler) on the podcast to discuss just that. Let's get into it! Need a website? Why not have Richard make you one? Check his company out HERE https://amplify-creative.com/ Give Richard a follow on his Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/olly_1975 Check out the Wampler Pedals website: https://www.wamplerpedals.com/ The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitch Stark is a guitarist and songwriter for the band Silent Planet. On this episode we take a deep dive into his backstory, the evolution of his guitar rig, some of his major influences, and how he is approaching songwriting these days. (Chester Bennington and crew have a lot to do with it! Give Mitch a follow on the ole Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/mitchastark/ Check out Silent Planet on their website HERE: https://silentplanetmerch.com/ The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, I am joined by Ian Pritchard. Best known as the man behind the YouTube channel collectore//emitter. We talk a lot about pedals, mojo, emo music and a whole lot more. After you are done with this episode go check out his channel right HERE. Win a $50 Gift Card to Sweetwater by submitting question for the Ask Sweetwater segment at Tonemob.com/asksweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott is back! I had an absolute blast chatting with him the last time he came on the show, so I was crazy happy to have him back on the podcast. We talked in-depth about his lifestyle, and company on his previous episode so check that one out if you have not already. On this one, we dive in deeper on his process with product development and how he makes things that complement his lifestyle. He is a very insightful dude, and I always enjoy our chats. Make sure you check out his company at Temploaudiodevices.com TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 7% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This has been a long time coming! I'm so stoked to get my dude Awol (Aaron) on the show. This was a great chat about how he got started in music, his experience building pedals, Nashville food, and of course we top the whole thing off with a criticism of society and our education system. Check out his work HERE TEXT ME at (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb or Tonemob.com/sweetwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you really have to give up ALL of your rights to get attention in the mainstream? Is country music having a Nirvana/Grunge moment? What drives folks to head to Nashville? Is it harder to make it now vs "the good old days"? Colby Acuff is a country music artist from Northern Idaho who is currently residing in Nashville. The dude has fantastic songwriting chops, and puts on a great live show. I am super, super excited to get this episode out there, and I think you are really going to enjoy this conversation. Check him out on his website HERE: https://www.colbyacuff.com/ Give him a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colby_acuff The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Gailey plays guitar in the killer bands Fit For A King and Phineas. On this episode, we dive into appreciating music across genres, seven string guitars, the growing popularity of heavy music, and what it takes to get your music out there. Check out Daniel on his Instagram You can keep the lights on and get bonus episodes by going to Patreon. You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So stoked about this episode! This was a really crazy evening complete with power outages, pizza, amazing guitar playing and a whole bunch of nerdery. I think you are really going to enjoy it Yvette is one of my very favorite players at the moment, so make sure you do some googling after the episode is over.  Covet's Bandcamp is right HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barry is back on the podcast! Barry builds some of my favorite guitars ever, but he isn't just an expert luthier. Barry is an real deal acoustician by trade and has a vast array of experience managing, creating, and controlling sound in almost any environment imaginable. On this episode we talk about his transition to building guitars full time, and some of his more challenging builds as an acoustical consultant. We also talk about what is "wrong" with guitar products, and why do we like them like that. There is a lot of info on this episode, you are going to love it! Check out Barry's work on his website HERE: https://www.grezguitars.com/ Here is the link for Tim Christ's GoFundMe and email proof of your $25 to NewHeartForTim@gmail.com The Text Chat is back!Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices