Best Ross Wilkinson Podcasts (2024)

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Sam Richards (Rile) 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

Sam Richards plays guitar in Rile, who just released their debut album, "Pessimist." He also plays bass in Cult Leader, who opened for Deftones on a string of dates in 2016. Hear about those shows and how Rile was invited to play the 4th Annual Dia De Los Deftones in this special episode marking the occasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Jeremiah Keema 1:25:49

7M ago1:25:49

1:25:49

Jeremiah Keema is a lifelong Deftones fan from Sacramento, CA. He's making his first trip to Dia De Los Deftones this weekend. Listen to his fun and thoughtful takes on our favorite band in this special episode celebrating the 4th Annual Dia De Los Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Shaun Lopez and Chino Moreno (CROSSES) 15:20

8M ago15:20

15:20

Enjoy a brief chat with Chino and Shaun about their wonderful new album, "Goodnight, God Bless, I Love U, Delete." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 12 - Ross Robinson 59:50

10M ago59:50

59:50

Ross Robinson has produced some of the most important albums from some of the most important artists in heavy music over the past thirty years. He tells a wild story of meeting Deftones before a brawl that sent the band to the hospital. He remembers recording "Root," "Nosebleed," and "Fist" with them, and so much more in the final episode of Season…

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Ep. 11 - Todd Wilkinson 1:56:05

11M ago1:56:05

1:56:05

There are two descriptions for this episode, but the toned down, professional one can kick rocks. TODD WILKINSON, BRO. TEAM SLEEP. TEAM. SLEEP. Team Sleep is in my DNA. It's in my soul. Idk how else to put it. Few songs are as important to me as the songs they made together, and that's only half of what we talked about. It's a privilege sharing thi…

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Ep. 10 - Rizz (VOWWS) 1:31:21

11M ago1:31:21

1:31:21

VOWWS joined Deftones and Gojira on tour in 2022. Rizz talks about singing with Chino, what VOWWS have been up to recently and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 09 - Gilbert Velasquez 2:11:02

11M ago2:11:02

2:11:02

Gilbert Velasquez is from Dallas, Texas. He's traveled to South America, Europe, Asia and Australia to see Deftones. Hear him talk about getting shawarma with Stef, a few of the 80 plus shows he's seen and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 08 - Russell Campbell 2:30:14

11M ago2:30:14

2:30:14

Russell Campbell is a Deftones fan from Waco, Texas. Hear him talk about the many times he's seen them live, the Team Sleep Woodstock Sessions, and what happened when he sent Chino and Risa a wedding gift! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 07 - Vesanic 1:28:43

12M ago1:28:43

1:28:43

Vesanic from Deftones Live returns to talk about seeing Deftones live in 2022, the current state of the band and... well... just to talk about Deftones... because it's fun to talk about Deftones! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 06 - Brian McKenna 1:46:27

12M ago1:46:27

1:46:27

Brian McKenna was the Talent Buyer at the Cattle Club in Sacramento. Hear him talk about the club, its place in the music scene, the legendary bands he booked, and his front row seat to the earliest days of Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 05 - Daniel P. Carter 1:27:21

12M ago1:27:21

1:27:21

Daniel P. Carter is the host of BBC Radio 1's Rock Show, the S.W.I.M. Podcast, a musician and painter. He shares some personal and professional experiences with Deftones in this wide-ranging conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 04 - Rick Alexander 1:37:42

1y ago1:37:42

1:37:42

Ricky Alexander is a Deftones fan from Dallas, Texas. He's been a passionate fan since some friends invited him to see Deftones and Quicksand in 1998. He talks about attending the Team Sleep Woodstock Session and more in this fun conversation between a couple of Deftones-loving Girl Dads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 03 - Jacob Duarte (Narrow Head) 34:00

1y ago34:00

34:00

Jacob Duarte talks about the new Narrow Head album, "Moments of Clarity," and Deftones influence on their music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 02 - Dave Park 2:11:45

1y ago2:11:45

2:11:45

Dave Park was Deftones' first manager. He tells stories of early live shows, cutting demos, meeting Ross Robinson and Korn, signing with Maverick and so much more in this enlightening conversation of Deftones' first years together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 01 - Terry Date 1:27:19

1y ago1:27:19

1:27:19

Terry Date has produced five albums for Deftones: Adrenaline, Around the Fur, White Pony, Deftones, and Ohms. He shares a few of his experieces in the first episode of season four. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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DIA DE LOS DEFTONES III RECAP (NIGHTCAP) 1:28:50

1+ y ago1:28:50

1:28:50

Now THAT was a hell of a Dia! Season 3 guest Miguel Sanchez joins Woody for a couple cocktails while they relive the events of November 5, 2022 at the third Dia De Los Deftones in San Diego, CA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Jeff Irwin (Will Haven) 1:42:54

1+ y ago1:42:54

1:42:54

It's a Dia de Los Deftones Miracle!! Enjoy the holiday with one of Deftones' oldest friends, Jeff Irwin from Will Haven! Remember the Sacramento Circus and that show in D.C. when the guys from Far retaliated against Deftones by assaulting them with flour and dog food during their set? That's just the tip of the iceberg, my friend. Happy DDLD22! See…

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Ep. 13 - Shaun Lopez (Crosses) 2:46:44

2y ago2:46:44

2:46:44

Shaun Lopez talks about his work on Saturday Night Wrist, Eros and Crosses in the final episode of season three. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 12 - Stephen Golden 1:09:49

2y ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Stephen Golden first met Deftones when they played in a McDonald's parking lot in Minneapolis in 1996. Here he shares a few of the remarkable stories from their 20+ year friendship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 11 - Jonah Matranga (Onelinedrawing) 2:15:05

2y ago2:15:05

2:15:05

Jonah Matranga fronted Far. Along with Deftones, they are the most influential bands to hail from Sacramento, CA. Jonah discusses coming up in the Sacto scene with them, their collaborations and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 10 - Danny Kopij & Sid Valiquette (Bore) 1:29:00

2y ago1:29:00

1:29:00

Danny Kopij and Sid Valiquette play in the abrasive metal and hardcore band Bore from Long Island, New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 09 - Stone Abdullah 1:37:10

2y ago1:37:10

1:37:10

Stone Abdullah is the author of the erotic sci-fi novel Journey of the Shadow: Darkness Falls. He's an accomplished musician, a former climate scientist, adjunct professor and an avid Deftones fan. In this episode, he and Woody talk about what makes their music so sexy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 08 - Miguel Sanchez 1:29:09

2y ago1:29:09

1:29:09

Miguel Sanchez joined Woody to see Deftones in Milwaukee and Minneapolis. They talk about their trip and Miguel's previous experiences meeting Deftones, including when they filmed the 'Hexagram' video. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 07 - Aaron Durst 1:32:32

2y ago1:32:32

1:32:32

Aaron Durst is a Deftones superfan. He shares some bold opinions and cool interactions he's had with the band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 06 - Andrew Solis (Despise You, Apparition, Blood Moves Slow) 1:33:39

2y ago1:33:39

1:33:39

Andrew Solis plays bass in legendary LA Powerviolence band Despise You and guitar in Death Metal band Apparition. He produces music, mixes live sound, and he loves Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 05 - Somnuri 1:15:27

2y ago1:15:27

1:15:27

Phil SanGiacomo (drums) and Justin Sherrell (guitar, vocals) of Brooklyn-based sludge metal band Somnuri attended the same Deftones show in Upstate New York long before they even knew each other. Hear them reflect on that show, discuss their favorite Deftones albums and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 04 - Justine Jones (Employed to Serve) 45:38

2y ago45:38

45:38

Justine Jones is the vocalist for Employed to Serve. She likens Saturday Night Wrist to Fight Club. We're not supposed to talk about Fight Club. Or Bruno. But we will talk about Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 03 - David Updike (Jesus Piece) 54:10

2y ago54:10

54:10

David Updike plays guitar in Jesus Piece. He talks about songwriting, Deftones merch, and he's got a pretty hot take on 'Passenger.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 02 - Lorenzo Diego Carrera 34:36

2y ago34:36

34:36

Lorenzo Diego Carrera is a director and the founder of Yhellow, a visual production company in Los Angeles. He first worked with Deftones on the video for the Tourist Remix of 'Change (In the House of Flies).' More recently, he directed the videos for 'Initiation' and 'Protection' by Crosses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 01 - Brian "Head" Welch (KoRn) 41:56

2y ago41:56

41:56

Season 3 begins with Brian "Head" Welch from KoRn. He talks about meeting Deftones in the early 90's, some of his favorites from their catalog and what makes Stephen Carpenter a great guitar player. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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DIA DE LOS DEFTONES HOLIDAY SPECIAL - Part 1 1:42:42

2+ y ago1:42:42

1:42:42

Happy Dia De Los Deftones! Enjoy this three-part conversation with Vesanic, founder of Deftones Live, as we celebrate the holiday and the archive's latest release: Deftones performance at Dia De Los Deftones 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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DIA DE LOS DEFTONES HOLIDAY SPECIAL - Part 2 1:56:10

2+ y ago1:56:10

1:56:10

Happy Dia De Los Deftones! Enjoy this three-part conversation with Vesanic, founder of Deftones Live, as we celebrate the holiday and the archive's latest release: Deftones performance at Dia De Los Deftones 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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DIA DE LOS DEFTONES HOLIDAY SPECIAL - Part 3 1:33:35

2+ y ago1:33:35

1:33:35

Happy Dia De Los Deftones! Enjoy this three-part conversation with Vesanic, founder of Deftones Live, as we celebrate the holiday and the archive's latest release: Deftones performance at Dia De Los Deftones 2019. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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August 16, 2016 1:52:03

3y ago1:52:03

1:52:03

Woody is joined by his friend Brandon Morton to talk about the day Deftones stopped in Minnesota on the Gore tour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 11 - Wedge Branon 2:34:54

3y ago2:34:54

2:34:54

Wedge Branon is a tour manager and live sound mixer. He owned the Cactus Club in San Jose, CA and toured with Deftones until 1997. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 10 - Jeremy Bolm (Touche Amore) 1:05:38

3y ago1:05:38

1:05:38

Jeremy Bolm fronts Touche Amore and hosts The First Ever Podcast. He became a Deftones fan when they released "Adrenaline" in 1995 and shared some interesting thoughts about what makes them exceptional. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 09 - Benno Levine (Vein) 45:07

3y ago45:07

45:07

Benno Levine (Venom Benzo) talks about joining Vein and how Frank Delgado from Deftones informs his approach to their music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 08 - MIRSY 49:38

3y ago49:38

49:38

MIRSY describes Deftones' influence on her singing, the recording of the Fleshwater demo, and what it was like working for Velvet Hammer, Deftones' management, prior to the first Dia De Los Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 07 - Sly Masmeijer 1:38:28

3y ago1:38:28

1:38:28

Sly Masmeijer is an illustrator, graphic designer and perhaps the world's most beloved Deftones fan. His drawings became a classic Deftones t-shirt, and he's even been on stage to sing "Headup" with the band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 06 - Joe Riley 1:25:06

3y ago1:25:06

1:25:06

Joe Riley hosts Musically Meditated, a podcast exploring all genres of music. He's devoted a number of episodes to Deftones and shares his love for them here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 05 - Christian Castillo (Gulch) 1:02:07

3y ago1:02:07

1:02:07

Christian Castillo plays guitar in Gulch. He explains what it's like when Chino Moreno tweets a link to your music and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 04 - Rick Kosick 43:16

3y ago43:16

43:16

Rick Kosick took the photo on the cover of Deftones second album, Around the Fur, and some of the most iconic pictures of the band. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 03 - Danielle Parsons 1:15:14

3y ago1:15:14

1:15:14

Photographer Danielle Parsons has taken pictures of all your favorite bands including Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 02 - Fred Croshal 52:55

3y ago52:55

52:55

Fred Croshal was a GM at Maverick Records. He explains how Deftones benefitted from being on a small label run by an artist and what life was like in the Maverick family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 1 - Josh Carter (Phantogram) 28:07

3y ago28:07

28:07

In the Season 2 opener, Josh Carter talks about the Phantogram remix of Street Carp, becoming a Deftones fan in high school and collaborating with Chino Moreno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 17 - Brann Dailor (Mastodon) 45:52

3+ y ago45:52

45:52

Brann Dailor is the drummer of Mastodon. He talks about meeting and hitting it off with Deftones, touring with them and Alice in Chains on the Black Diamond Skye Tour and the brilliance of Abe Cunningham. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 15 - Zach Wilbourn (Thirty Nights of Violence) 48:41

3+ y ago48:41

48:41

Zach Wilbourn is the vocalist for Thirty Nights of Violence. If you love "MX" by Deftones, that's a pretty cool thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 16 - Kelly Cook (Thirty Nights of Violence) 51:39

3+ y ago51:39

51:39

Kelly Cook plays guitar for Thirty Nights of Violence, and he does it good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 14 - Jeff Cagle 1:45:11

3+ y ago1:45:11

1:45:11

Jeff Cagle is Minnesota's #1 Deftones fan. He talks about how discovered the band, some of the unique experiences he's had over the years, his favorite music and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 13 - Ralph Torres (Total Meltdown) 1:14:31

3+ y ago1:14:31

1:14:31

Ralph Torres is the vocalist of New York hard core band Total Meltdown. He talks about what it was like for him growing up as a Deftones fan on Long Island and almost hanging out with Abe and Frank at a Kool Keith show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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