Best Pedalboard Podcasts (2024)

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Tiffany Hudson & Jonsal Barrientes on Elevation's Latest Release 34:04

18d ago34:04

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In this podcast, Jason interviews Tiffany and Jonsal from Elevation Worship about their latest album. Start your free 21-day trial at ⁠worshipartistry.com⁠. Follow ⁠Worship Artistry⁠ and ⁠Jason Houtsma ⁠on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at ⁠marketing@worshipartistry.com⁠.…

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Is Music Dead? The Beato Versus Fantano Fiasco! 54:24

1M ago54:24

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Send us a message or question! Today we discuss: England has political changes! Big ones! KDH drops the big Gibson Bomb. Kelan hit us up! Queens of The Stone Age cancel their tour, due to Josh Homme needing emergency surgery. Get well soon, Josh! Speaking of QOTSA... why don't we love the new album? The Gibson and Dean drama continues, with Dean po…

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SPECIAL: The Guitarists That Made Us... 1:01:43

2M ago1:01:43

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Send us a message or question! SPECIAL EPISODE! Today we discuss: Pedestrian weather? But for real...this heat wave is insane. Ice core samples? I swear we talk about guitars. Richard did not know that Queen did the Highlander soundtrack. Who inspired you to pick up the guitar for the first time? It may seem like a simple answer, but if you really …

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Bonamassa & Bohlinger Studio Story, Nashville Pedalboard, Recent Favorite Rig Rundowns & New Guitars 54:31

2M ago54:31

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Broadway Pedalboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkG-kelitHA PG's video team recollects recent Rig Rundowns with Jedd Hughes, Donny Benét , Knocked Loose, Loathe, Adrian Vandenberg, and Tyler Childers. Then Bohlinger and Kies report back after building the dream pedalboard for downtown…

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Worship musicians, play simple? 35:34

2M ago35:34

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Have you ever been told to "play simple"? What does this mean? Does it mean we didn't play well? In this episode we discuss what it means to "play simple". Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Worship Artistry and Jason Houtsma on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at marketing@worshipartistry.com.…

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Reverb Guitar Scams Are Back/Is NAMM Dead? 53:44

2M ago53:44

53:44

Send us a message or question! The Electrikjam Guitar Nerds Discuss: Country Chicken Pickin' is a complicated guitar technique! Mastodon/Brent Hinds uses a lot of Country and Blues in a Metal context, and the quality makes the band so unique. Check out West End Motel! It is an amazing palate cleanser for guitarists. New Country Music SUCKS and I am…

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Katana Gen 3 Impressions & Spotify Sucks For Artists... 1:05:25

2M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

Send us a message or question! NEWS: Katana Gen 3 Review is coming from Electrikjam, but we are taking our time with this amp. Should you go out and buy this amp? Well... Baking Terms work well when describing guitar tones? We both have broken brains for some reason. Cell Phone release dates are wild, man. Technology is always a couple of years ahe…

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Kurt Rosenwinkel Weighs In 56:11

2M ago56:11

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This time on Wong Notes, guitar legend Kurt Rosenwinkel joins Cory Wong to go deep on all things jazz. The genre has always been a haven for free-thinkers and adventurers, so it’s little surprise when Rosenwinkel reveals that he’s incorporated a Fractal FM9 into his live rig—though it’s still working in tandem with a good ol’ Fender tube amp. Rosen…

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Are Bands Using AI To Write Songs? (Plus Pallbearer, Boss Katana Gen 3) 1:06:30

3M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Send us a message or question! This week we talk about: Richard and Christopher both have the sniffles. Children are germ farms. The new BOSS Katana Gen 3 has dropped, but how good is it compared to older generations? Should guitarists who already own a Katana switch to the Gen 3? The Boss Katana Cult? What is the difference between the BOSS katana…

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Who Are The BEST Producers In Metal? 48:38

3M ago48:38

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Send us a message or question! Today We Discuss: Christopher & Richard talk about the weather for some reason. The new TONEX One is an amazing piece of gear for amplifier purists. Adam Jones using a stereo setup live? Is that one of his secrets? Richard made Adam Jones from TOOL mess up on stage. What is up with bathroom urinals at concerts and ven…

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Sarah Kroger on Worshiping Through Doubt 42:07

3M ago42:07

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How do we deal with doubt? And most importantly, what does it look like for us to worship through it? Sarah Kroger shares about her process. Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Sarah Kroger on Instagram! Follow Worship Artistry and Jason Houtsma on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at marketing@w…

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Are Real Guitar Amps Dying Off? 41:53

3M ago41:53

41:53

Send us a message or question! Today we discuss: Where have Coal Chamber been?!?! New Schecter Coal Chamber models just dropped, and they are super cool. Josh Fesse has been on EVERY album ever? Josh talked to Rick Beato about how he has replaced drummers in every genre over the years. He doesn't even know how many albums he has been on. Christophe…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Best Movie & Video Game Soundtracks (With Franziska) 46:57

3M ago46:57

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Send us a message or question! Happy Birthday, Richard! Today we have a special episode, where we talk about our favorite movie and video game soundtracks. We have a special guest today, Fran Mummert. She is Electrikjam's Pro photographer as well as a freelance artist. Christopher, Fran, and Richard all have a different view on what makes a soundtr…

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Gear Edition: Pedalboards, Guitars, and Other Gear Talk with Jason and Nick 30:42

4M ago30:42

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Oh hey, we're kinda back. Enjoy this special episode of the podcast, introducing Nick! They divine in and talk about some gear and things. Enjoy! Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Worship Artistry, Jason Houtsma, and Nick Rice on Instagram! For business inquiries or public relations reach us at marketing@worshipartistry.co…

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Backing Tracks: Which Bands Are Cheating These Days? 49:56

4M ago49:56

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Send us a message or question! Today we discuss: Not much guitar news since Summer NAMM is right around the corner. Schecter re-releases the Black Ops line with an amazing single humbucker PT model. It comes in 6, 7, and 8 string variants. Richard loves Telecasters! Boards of Canada is a pretty cool band, and we revisit them. Old-school analog reco…

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Al Di Meola: Friday Night at Olive Garden 49:31

4M ago49:31

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The legendary shred maestro—best known for his work as a solo artist and as a member of Return to Forever and other high-profile, hot-shot collabs—drops by to chat with Cory about his new epic full-length, Twentyfour. It features “sixteen brand-new compositions and they’re all very involved. I hope I don’t have to do this again.” One of Di Meola’s …

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Every Guitar is UPGRADED These Days! 46:55

4M ago46:55

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Send us a message or question! This Week We Discuss: Richard is always late, and his child destroys watermelons in public for no reason. Rick Beato Interviews Danny Carey from TOOL: What an eye-opening interview with an absolute legend of a drummer! Danny has played with so many famous guitarists and artists over the years, it is hard not to be jea…

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What is The Future of Import Guitars? 40:37

4M ago40:37

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Send us a message or question! This week we discuss: Christopher has authored a course on mastering for beginners, which you can find on Electrikjam.com. Learn how to master songs with free plugins! Check it out here: Audio Mastering 101: Learn How To Master Your Music Like A Pro Electrikjam was always supposed to be about guitar education, not ent…

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AI & Music, Relic Guitars, Nuno Bettencourt Rig, Gibson Theodore & Line 6 Catalyst 48:55

4M ago48:55

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Win Guitar Gear: https://bit.ly/GiveawaysPG The PG Video crew of John Bohlinger, Perry Bean and Chris Kies remember a pair of killer Rig Rundowns with Extreme (Nuno Bettencourt) and Sammy Boller. Then the trio focus on new gear pieces from Ed Sheeran, HeadRush, and PRS, before dishing out …

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SPECIAL EPISODE: The Dark Arts In Rock & Metal? 51:35

4M ago51:35

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Send us a message or question! * Listener Discretion Advised!* Mentions detailed accounts, including a court case that involved self-harm and drug use. Also mentions history and counter-culture like the band Mayhem and the Black-Metal movement. Today's special episode talks about the Occult and the effect it has had on Rock and Metal music over the…

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Worst Bandmate Ever? Tool & Pantera Rig Rundowns, Ed Sheeran Looper, New PRS, Peavey 37:19

4M ago37:19

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Subscribe to PG's Channel: http://bit.ly/SubscribePGYouTube Win Guitar Gear: https://bit.ly/GiveawaysPG The PG Video crew of John Bohlinger, Perry Bean and Chris Kies comment on recent monster Rig Rundowns with Justin Chancellor, Rex Brown, and Zakk Wylde. Then the trio focus on new gear pieces from Ed Sheeran, HeadRush, and PRS, before dishing out…

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Marcus King and the Medicine of Music 49:15

4M ago49:15

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Marcus King has already been through the wringer, but he’s on the come-up. His hotly anticipated third LP, Mood Swings, drops this Friday, April 5, and on this episode of Wong Notes, the earnest, honest 28-year old South Carolinian goes deep on his career with Cory Wong. The two shredders open by swapping notes on how touring has changed post-pande…

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Will You Ever Find The PERFECT Guitar? 53:37

5M ago53:37

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Send us a message or question! Join our EMAIL LIST! It is free, and the community is growing. No spam, just guitar stuff! Stay in the loop, as we have big plans to announce soon! This week, the Electrikjam.com staff talks about... Sleep Token: The newest masked metal band! Do we like them, or do we think they are possible industry plants, milking t…

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GAS: Gear Acquisition Syndrome & How Guitarists Can Fight It 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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Send us a message or question! Visit Electrikjam.com for the FREE Guitar Modes Course, which we mention at the end. Just sign up, and you get free mode diagrams for tablets, phones, or desktops! Today we talk about: The Dave Grohl Epiphone Problem: Shipping issues, broken headstocks, and cracked finishes galore! What has happened with these guitars…

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Does "Natural" Talent Really Exist? 57:15

5M ago57:15

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Send us a message or question! Today we talk about: The new Dave Grohl Epiphone Model, and how scarce it is! What is the net worth of your favorite Rock stars? TOOL? Metallica? Iron Maiden? Ghost? Who is worth the most in the music industry? How do you make money in a band these days? Does Natural Talent exist? This is a big topic, and we look at i…

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The Golden Age of Guitar... But Do You Need It? 48:40

5M ago48:40

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Send us a message or question! Today we take a look at how guitar products, and even guitars themselves, have never been more affordable. The same can be said for recording equipment, and all of the DAW plugins on the market. Everything is much easier now, right? But do you REALLY need it? Join us to explore the future-present, where you can have a…

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New Epiphone Guitars 2024: But Let's Talk About TOOL Instead... 1:00:37

6M ago1:00:37

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Send us a message or question! This week we discuss guitar price hikes across all brands, but especially Epiphone. The new Epiphone lineup includes an Adam Jones model, and even a Dave Grohl signature guitar that has been a long time coming. These new models use Gibson parts, and cost a little more than your usual Epiphone guitar, but have a proper…

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Isbell & Kingfish Rig Rundowns, Vintage Gear, New Pearl Jam, Keeley & EVH 51:21

6M ago51:21

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John Bohlinger, Perry Bean, and Chris Kies set up shop at Eastside Bowl in Madison, TN, to talk about the latest happenings in guitardom including recent Rig Rundowns with Jason Isbell and Kingfish, whether to tour with vintage gear, discuss new music from Pearl Jam and Marcus King, wish for a dream collab with Jack White and Jack Black, cover some…

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What Makes A Song Utterly AMAZING? 1:02:25

6M ago1:02:25

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Send us a message or question! Today Christopher and Richard take a look at what makes a song great, and memorable. Chris and Rich explore their favorite albums, production techniques, and how songs can make their mark on you for life. Chris also challenges RICK BEATO to a Pay-Per-View fight if Rick is feeling feisty over our choice of words. Does …

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Interview With David Ross, Master Luthier & Guitar Pedal Designer! 1:19:19

6M ago1:19:19

1:19:19

Send us a message or question! Exploring the mind of a professional guitar tech, builder, and pedal designer! Today we talk shop with David Ross, designer of the Spellbook Pedal, as well as a master guitar tech and builder. We have done some reviews on David's innovative pedals, and today he shares some valuable guitar knowledge with us! We also di…

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Respect, Psychedelics, and the Future of Bluegrass With Billy Strings 50:03

6M ago50:03

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The ascendant roots shredder shares intimate details from his musical upbringing and gets philosophical on the past and future of bluegrass. Millennial folk philosopher Billy Strings joins this episode of Wong Notes. The Grammy-winning acoustic picker is an open book—nothing is off limits with Billy, from recounting his days selling magic mushrooms…

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Tonewood On Electric Guitars: Fact or Myth? 1:21:57

6M ago1:21:57

1:21:57

Send us a message or question! Join us on our Reddit community, and post whatever you like about guitars and gear! We are trying to grow the forum, and you can post pics of your guitars, or ask us questions there. Stop by and say hello! Today we talk about: NAMM 2024: It was a little disappointing for us. We talk about why. Iconic Guitars vs BC Ric…

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Joe Dart Talks Bass Philosophy and the Benefits of High Action 1:03:05

7M ago1:03:05

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This time on Wong Notes, Cory is joined by his Vulfpeck and Fearless Flyers copilot Joe Dart. Wong doesn’t waste any time, diving in by asking Dart, by now renowned as a modern bass wizard with flawless fundamentals, how he developed he signature “voice” on the bass. As Dart explains, it came from listening to players who had their own distinct “vo…

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Are Amazon Guitars Any Good? 56:38

7M ago56:38

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Send us a message or question! Favorite Albums of 2023: This week we talk about our favorite albums from 2023. You can see Christopher's list on Electrikjam.com by clicking HERE. While he had some interesting picks for the best albums, Richard has his own opinions. SUGAR HORSE was our #1 pick for new albums, and we talk about what we love about thi…

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The Rich Musical World of Louis Cato 52:54

7M ago52:54

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Multi-instrumentalist Louis Cato has had a lot on his plate since taking over as bandleader for Jon Batiste on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in late 2022, but has been enjoying every minute of it. "I feel like I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be, with exactly the people I'm supposed to be there with," he tells Cory on this episode of Wong Not…

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Are Modern Recording Contracts Worth It? 1:20:15

7M ago1:20:15

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Send us a message or question! This week, we take a deep dive into recording contracts, and how artists have to navigate the post-internet landscape. Can you make money these days as a guitarist? How have recording contracts changed over the last few years? How did artists get signed in the past compared to today? We also talk about: The Gibson Mod…

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Are Gibson Guitars Irrelevant?! 1:25:57

8M ago1:25:57

1:25:57

Send us a message or question! Today we talk about the latest news in the world of guitar. Today we discus: Are studios ditching real amps for amplifier sims? What is going on with PRS Guitars? New Fender Tonemaser: Does it suck? But our main focus is on Gibson Guitars. As a "heritage company" and a high-level lifestyle brand, has Gibson lost touch…

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Aaron Sterling’s Pedalboard Approach to the Drums 1:03:36

8M ago1:03:36

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Session drum ace Aaron Sterling might have fusion roots, but his bread-and-butter work lives at the top of the charts, where’s he’s featured on tracks by artists such as John Mayer, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Lana Del Rey. He tells Cory what brought him to Los Angeles, why he’s “meant to be in the studio” instead of the stage, and he shares th…

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How Bruce Lee Inspired Margaret Glaspy’s New Record 53:23

9M ago53:23

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Cory Wong sits down with indie-rock bandleader Margaret Glaspy for an in-depth dialogue on artistry, celebrity, and the wisdom of Bruce Lee. Glaspy shares how she cut her latest record, Echo The Diamond, live off the floor, with most of the “homework” happening beforehand and studio performances happening in-the-moment. “It really felt like air ble…

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Charlie Hunter: Graduating Busking Boot Camp 52:28

9M ago52:28

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"I don't consider myself a jazz musician," says guitarist Charlie Hunter on this episode of Wong Notes—essentially refuting how he's known in the music world. "I am maybe jazz adjacent." Most listeners probably wouldn't agree, but if nothing else, Hunter is experimental. He's known for playing a guitar that's strung with both bass and electric guit…

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Bruno Major’s Relatively Lo-Fi Soul 46:41

10M ago46:41

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Cory’s cast is off and he’s here to tell you to “go get hip” to Bruno Major! The soulful, jazzy British singer-songwriter shares why he prefers to record in his bedroom than a studio to create his “relatively lo-fi” music. “It’s far more important to be transmitting a privacy than an audio quality,” Major says. But he’s quick to point out that you …

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Daniel Donato Gets Cosmic 1:08:26

10M ago1:08:26

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"When you switch the gear of what you're operating on from the memorized information to the gear of intuitive, faithful response, it's a whole different frequency that's emitted from the hands and from the soul," country shredder Daniel Donato expresses on this episode of Wong Notes. He's talking about what makes for powerful improvisation, and if …

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Wolfgang Van Halen: Sing the Solo 1:03:06

11M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Wolfgang Van Halen joins Cory for the season 7 premiere of Wong Notes! Chatting before the release of Mammoth II, the duo discuss guitar trios, 5150 studios, cloning, touring with Metallica, plus: Who’s that playing wah on the record? What’s WVH’s rig? And much more. On his new record, WVH has lots to share. When it comes to writing and recording r…

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Keeping Our Reverence in Worshipping Jesus with Mark Alan Schoolmeesters 51:25

11M ago51:25

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How did we get to the current state of worship music and how do we return to reverential worship? Mark Alan Schoolmeesters shares his insight and desire to return to worship that is all about Jesus. We also dive into learning more about the multicultural and multi-language projects coming from Revere. Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry…

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Deep Dive on Songwriting and Theology with Matt Redman 44:01

12M ago44:01

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Matt Redman joins the podcast to discuss songwriting and theology, how it's vital for the Church to sing truths found in scripture, and what themes may be missing currently. Learn more about the Worth seminar: https://www.worthworship.com/. Start your free 21-day trial at worshipartistry.com. Follow Worship Artistry, Jason Houtsma, and Kristina Kis…

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