Best Jack Wallen Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 125 Jason Hook of Flat Black 46:16

11d ago46:16

46:16

The hunt for coffee, the benefits of cinnamon, his take on video games, first gigs, how the band got together, and the effort to keep music organic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy ShipRocked & Sound Talent Media

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Episode 399 - Peter Tagtgren (PAIN / Hypocrisy) 36:11

1h ago36:11

36:11

In this episode Petrer Tagtgren joins the podcast. Peter talks about Pain’s new album “I Am”, the vast sounds on the new album, covering The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, his writing process, his son Sebastiann’s ever growing involvement in Pain, the success of ‘Party in My Head’, his different vocal styles, Hypocrisy, production, embracing techn…

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Episode 398 - Keith Wallen (Breaking Benjamin) 57:30

3M ago57:30

57:30

In this episode Keith Wallen joins the podcast. Keith talks about his new solo album “Infinity Now” (May 3rd), working with Kevin Thrasher, the heavy history behind “Dear Father”, making a music video with a living wolf, his love for Adam Gontier, writing with Saint Asonia, doing opening and headline sets on the same tour, possible new music from B…

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Episode 397 - Pete Summit (Crashing Wayward) 48:39

3M ago48:39

48:39

In this episode Pete Summit returns to the podcast. Pete talks about Crashing Wayward’s 2 new versions of their song ”Stranger Days”, David Harris adding piano to the track, Mike Gillies, the Snakes of Russia remix, performing acoustic, a deeper look into some of the band’s songs, Vegas Rocks magazine, love for The Cult and Janes Addiction, Motley …

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Ep. 124 Luna Aura 43:25

4M ago43:25

43:25

Fully independent and the master of her destiny, Luna Aura took us on her path to success from session and sync artist to fully formed recording and touring act with only her blood and sweat as collateral. Her latest EP, The Fiction, with its sinister artwork yet bright-sounding dark numbers, illuminates her belief in contrasts. Learn about one of …

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Epispde 396 - Kevin Codfert (Myrath) 36:46

4M ago36:46

36:46

In this episode Kevin Codfert joins the podcast. Myrath’s longtime producer/session musician/writer is now a full time member of the band. Kevin talks about Myrath’s new album Karma, what goes into developing a song with orchestration / middle eastern elements and more, the band’s writing process, Progpower USA, learning Tunisian culture, the pande…

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Ep. 123 Keith Wallen of Breaking Benjamin 45:10

4M ago45:10

45:10

In anticipation of the May 3rd release of his latest solo album, Infinity Now (Rise Records), Breaking Benjamin guitarist and backing vocalist Keith Wallen took the time to discuss learning Metallica riffs at 15, his never-ending touring schedule, his methodology for getting 7 hours of sleep and making good on graduating from the University of Tenn…

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Episode 395 - In Theory 49:22

4M ago49:22

49:22

Mike and Tony talk about their new single ‘World’s On Fire’, their upcoming EP ‘Promise Land’, their upcoming tour with Angel, their personal connection to Angel’s music, Frank DiMino and Punky Meadows, working with artists like: Vinny Appice, Perry Richardson, and Bryan Keeling, the importance of supporting artists outside of streaming services, s…

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episode 394 - Rickey Medlocke (Lynyrd Skynyrd) 1:01:08

4M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

In this episode Rickey Medlocke joins the podcast. Rickey talks about his new single “Never Run Out of Road”, working with the MMIW and what it means to him, writing and recording with Mark Woerpul, writing with Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke, more new RMB music, Rock the Cause records, performing Blackfoot songs, his deep brotherhood with Gary …

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Episode 393 - Living Colour 59:13

4M ago59:13

59:13

In this episode Corey Glover and Vernon Reid join the podcast. They talk about Living Colour celebrating 30 years of Stain, touring with Extreme, working on new Living Colour music, Corey’s new band Sonic Universe, working with Mike Orlando, recording with Run DMC / Jamaster Jay for the Judgement Night soundtrack, writing socially relevant music th…

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Episode 392 - Adrian Vandenberg (Vandenberg / ex Whitesnake) 35:05

5M ago35:05

35:05

In this episode Adrian Vandenberg joins the podcast. Adrian talks about his co-headline tour with Geoff Tate, playing in the US for the first time in over 30 years, Vandeberg’s recent album SIN, Mats Levin amazing vocals, crafting a guitar solo, writing the Whitesnake classic “Now You’re Gone”, David Coverdale, Jimmy Page, his friendship with Eddie…

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Episode 391 - Jeff Pilson (Foreigner / Dokken / Revolution Saints) 54:09

5M ago54:09

54:09

In this episode Jeff Pilson joins the podcast. Jeff talks about Revolution Saints new album, Deen Castronovo’s voice, Alessandro Del Vecchio, the 3rd album from The End Machine (March 8th), George Lynch, Steve Brown, Girish Pradhan replacing Robert Mason, Dokken, the next album from Black Swan, the unheralded greatness of Robin McAuley, writing wit…

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Episode 390 - Jack Russell 53:24

5M ago53:24

53:24

In this episode Jack Russell joins the podcast. Jack talks about the new Russell - Guns album, working with Tracii Guns, Alessandro Del Vicci, Serafino, Jack Russell’s Great White recent acoustic album, a possible acoustic rendition of a classic Great White album, a look back of the recording of Psycho City, 30 years of Sail Away, Great Zeppelin II…

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Ep. 122 ShipRocked Cruise Q&A, Jesse (Killswitch), Johnny (Highly Suspect), Brandon (Crobot), Daniela (The Warning), Cullen (Sleep Theory), Luna (Luna Aura) 44:57

5M ago44:57

44:57

The gang is all here! Our powerhouse Q&A onboard ShipRocked Cruise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy ShipRocked & Sound Talent Media

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Episode 389 - Gus G (Firewind) 52:51

6M ago52:51

52:51

In this episode Gus G joins the podcast. Gus talks about Firewind’s stellar new album, what Herbie Langhan has brought to Firewind over the past 2 albums, covering a classic by The Romantics, working with Dennis Ward as a producer and a vocalist, writing and titling instrumental music, tackling Randy Rhoads solos, Ozzy, Slash, Dream Evil, Joe Satri…

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Ep. 121 Winona Fighter 58:19

6M ago58:19

58:19

Making Waves Episode 121, our final podcast before we set sail on ShipRocked 2024, found us in conversation with Coco, the lead singer and guitarist for Winona Fighter, talking all things Boston, Nashville, punk rock, the opportunities of playing Bonnaroo and gaining traction with their peers in the pop/punk world. They may, may not, maybe, not sur…

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Episode 388 1:42:06

6M ago1:42:06

1:42:06

In this episode you get a look into Metallica in Saudi Arabia, Long Beach Dub All Stars in Japan, and Thunder Underground’s Excessively Late Top 23 albums of 2023. Did anyone ask for a ‘Best Of’ list this later? Probably not, but here we are anyway. The episode kicks off with talk about my recent trip to Japan, seeing LBDA at Life is Game, an aweso…

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Episode 387 - Brian Tatler (Saxon / Diamond Head) 38:38

6M ago38:38

38:38

In this episode Brian Tatler joins the podcast. Brian talks about Saxon’s new album “Hell Fire & Damnation”, writing with Saxon, his first year in the band, working with Biff Byford, praise for Andy Sneap, his chemistry with Doug Scarrett, replacing a key part of Saxon in Paul Quinn, recent Diamond Head music and the possibility of new music in the…

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Ep. 120 Brandon & Chris of Crobot 59:41

6M ago59:41

59:41

How does one get both Cannibal Corpse to loathe you and Janet Jackson to love you? You’ll have to check out Episode 120 of Making Waves, the Shiprocked podcast featuring our guests Chris and Brandon of CROBOT. How to participate with your label while keeping your dignity, the gig outside of the gig, and how to tell your daughter that Dad’s poop too…

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Ep. 119 Dead Poet Society (Jack Underkofler) 1:01:45

7M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Making Waves, Episode 119, the Christmas edition, featured Jack Underkofler Dead Poet Society, who offered us everything but a lump of coal for the hour. Their new album, Fission, is a heavily influenced breakup record due out a week before ShipRocked 2024; timing is everything. We spoke about the band's popularity in Europe, especially in the Neth…

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Ep. 118 Jamie Morgan (Code Orange) 58:09

8M ago58:09

58:09

Making Waves episode 118 features Jami Morgan of the mighty Code Orange. The Pittsburgh native took the time to discuss the band’s latest album, The Above, and its continued growth of the group from hardcore upstarts to metal titans who treat their albums in a cinematic approach while expanding their sonic palette beyond pure cacophony, giving the …

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Episode 386 - Concert Reviews 1:51:54

8M ago1:51:54

1:51:54

In this episode we look back at some concerts this fall: Pantera and Dime Store Riot at Rocklahoma, Guns n Roses and Dirty Honey in Knoxville, ACDC at Power Trip, Job For a Cowboy and Scott Stapp at Blue Ridge Rock Fest, Les Claypool’s Flying Frog Brigade at Hulaween, and Jason joins me to talk about Glenn Hughes at The Granada in Dallas. Also, tak…

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Ep. 117 Kid Kapichi (Jack Wilson) 1:03:11

8M ago1:03:11

1:03:11

Jack Wilson, vocalist and guitarist for England’s Kid Kapichi, are on the cusp of the new punk generation. Their third album, "There Goes The Neighborhood," which includes “Tamagotchi” and “Let’s Get To Work,” is already drawing massive attention months before its release in March 2024. We talked about the song-building process, delivering profound…

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Episode 385 - Blake Bedsaul (SAUL) 35:17

9M ago35:17

35:17

In this episode Blake Bedsaul returns to the podcast. Blake talks about Saul’s sophomore album, working with Kile Odell, writing lyrics, Zach Bedsaul, J.T. Ibanez, bringing his ideas to life in music videos, touring with Memphis May Fire, their tour with RED, the possibility of more new music already, seeing Mudvayne’s first show back, Shannon Gunz…

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Ep. 116 Tigercub 1:14:19

8M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Making Waves Episode 117 featuring Brixton’s Tigercub. Their latest release The Perfume Of Decay displays their influences while forging a new path. The discussion lead us into the daunting aspect of touring as they try to establish a fanbase, playing to 25,000 one day and 100 the next. Playing analog gear in a digital world, working with notable f…

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Ep. 115 Mike's Dead 54:13

8M ago54:13

54:13

Making Waves Episode 115 welcomed Mike of Mike’s Dead to the podcast. His latest EP Bite Down is ready to hit the market as a continuation of his ability to drop singles briskly. His move from university business major to audio production school changed his trajectory, and his love of nu metal, industrial, and NY hip hop paved the way to the sound …

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Ep. 114 Chris Motionless (Motionless in White) 51:37

9M ago51:37

51:37

Episode 114 was frightfully good, featuring our guest Chris Motionless of Motionless in White for our annual Halloween edition. We talked ghouls, goblins, vampires, and werewolves, plus touring until the tires come off the bus, pushing the boundaries of what the band does sonically and the ballet that is working with characters, dancers, pyro, and …

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Ep. 113 Fire From The Gods 1:00:03

9M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Lucky 113 as Making Waves latest episode features AJ from Austin Texas metalcore stalwarts Fire FromThe Gods. The influence of Jonathan Davis, the boot camp of the New York hardcore scene, singing like Seal, album reinventions, the Texas effect and Corey Glover’s Jamaican isn’t half bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

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Ep. 112 From Ashes to New 1:12:23

9M ago1:12:23

1:12:23

Episode 112 of Making Waves brings us Matt Brandyberry, vocalist/founder of From Ashes To New. Old-school hip-hop, the Top 5 rappers of all-time, how he discovered metal, there is no Plan B, working your way up the musical food chain, their latest album Blackout and having a son who is a musical savant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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Ep. 111 Yonaka 59:09

10M ago59:09

59:09

Episode #111 of Making Waves welcomed Theresa and Alex of the Brighton-based band Yonaka. Fear of the dark, the return of synthwave, how an EP is almost an LP, with practice pop can be punk when played live, self-healing thru music and the art of breaking in the States without breaking the bank. Check out their latest release Welcome To My House, i…

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Ep. 110 - The Warning 1:05:43

11M ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Sisters Daniela, Paulina and Alejandra Villarreal Vélez put the power in power trio. The band Makes Waves and discusses everything from authentic Mexican food, the last time they cried, growing up in a non-musical family, being vulnerable in the studio, and how to properly bicker with bloodline bandmates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Episode 384 - Rocklahoma Preview and Retrospective 1:37:47

12M ago1:37:47

1:37:47

In this episode John Stowe joins the podcast. John and Trent have been to all 15 previous Rocklahoma’s and take a look back at some memories throughout the years, a look into the early days, the changes throughout the years, what keeps us coming back, talk a bit about this years lineup, Pantera, Phil Anselmo, Rob Zombie, Bush Crobot, KIX, Jesse Jam…

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Episode 383 - Glenn Hughes 37:23

12M ago37:23

37:23

In this episode Glenn Hughes returns to the podcast. Glenn talks about this current tour celebrating 50 years of Deep Purple’s classic “Burn”, touring with Yngvwie Malmsteen, his early days in DP, the unrivaled genius of Jon Lord, performing a couple of their classic Purple songs live w/ David Coverdale and Whitesnake in 2015, writing with Joe Bonn…

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Glenn Hughes Returns Soon! 0:29

12M ago0:29

0:29

The Voice of Rock, one of the greatest of all time, has returned to Thunder Underground (on his birthday no less!) to talk about his Deep Purple 50th anniversary tour, new Black Country Communion, his departure from the Dead Daisies, and a ton more! I put Glenn Hughes in the Top 5 all time rock vocalists, and it's an honor to speak to the Rock n Ro…

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Episode 382 - Peter Summit (Crashing Wayward) 54:58

1y ago54:58

54:58

In this episode Peter Summit returns to the podcast. Peter talks about Crashing Wayward’s debut album “Listen!”, their album release event at The Industrial Sound in Vegas, having Shinedown acoustic open the show for them, Stacy David Blades, David Harris, Shon McKee, Carl Raether, writing, Mike Gilles, Ian Astbury, love for The Cult’s album “Beyon…

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Ep. 109 Chris Santos 47:13

1y ago47:13

47:13

Metal, Boxing and Food, this is the metal paradigm in 2023 and no one embodies these like Chef extraordinaire Chris Santos who's taking his love of the culinary arts to top tier restaurants, television and festivals but has now leveraged his influence into the world of metal and boxing thru his relationship with the iconic Metal Blade Records and t…

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Episode 381 - Chris Mclernon (Saigon Kick / Kinell) 58:05

1y ago58:05

58:05

In this episode Chris McLernon joins the podcast. Chris talks about his new band Kinell, the idea behind starting a Thin Lizzy inspired band, writing with Collin DeBruhl, self producing, Phil Lynott. Shinedown: (Eric Bass mixing the album, Barry Kerch playing drums on the album, Brent Smith loving the album), Ricky Sanders, Eric Rickert, Marc Danze…

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Episode 380 - Jarvis Leatherby (Night Demon) 1:28:49

1y ago1:28:49

1:28:49

In this episode Jarvis Leatherby of Night Demon returns to the podcast. Jarvis talks about Night Demon’s new album “Outsider”, Armand John Anthony, the departure of Dusty Squires, the addition of Brian Wilson on drums, managing bands like Visigoth, Midnight and Satan, touring with Satan and Haunt, working with Steve Albini and Flemming Rassmussen, …

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Episode 379 - Concert & Album Rwviews 1:18:08

1y ago1:18:08

1:18:08

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast to talk new music and recent concerts. We discuss Ugly Kid Joe’s phenomenal set at Diamond Ballroom in OKC with Fozzy opening, Whitfield Crane’s amazing voice, a shout out to our guys in Let Slip the Dogs, the new ferocious album from Rancid, another masterpiece of rock n roll from Rivals Sons, a perfect…

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Episode 378 - Dime Store Riot 2:11:08

1y ago2:11:08

2:11:08

In this episode Dime Store Riot joins the podcast. CJ and Paulette make their return, and Bryan and Adam make their debut. We talk about the formation of the band, writing process, why Adam waited so long to return to a band, Paulette pulling double duty with Fist of Rage, CJ and Bryan leaving Grind, their forthcoming music, Adam Woods at Oakwood S…

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Ep. 108 Eva Under Fire 1:16:11

1y ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Eva and the boys Make Waves.. discussing garage bands, the culinary delights of international touring, and using pre-recorded tracks in a live setting. We also get a visit from the band mascot "Merf"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy ShipRocked & Sound Talent Media

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Ep. 107 Ayron Jones 1:01:31

1+ y ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Episode 108 of Making Waves featured Ayron Jones discussing songs about fucking, understanding the black legacy of The Rolling Stones, attaining and maintaining musical status, the art of arena rock, and how to moderate your moderation, plus his new album and single. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep. 106 Dameon & Gabe Aranda 1:06:09

1+ y ago1:06:09

1:06:09

Being creative during difficult times, Spanish fluency, the fastest 15 years in the music business... also, "Plant or Flower?" Check out Aranda's favorite charity, F.A.I.T.H. Kids at www.faithkids10.org and give a couple bucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy ShipRocked & Sound Talent Media

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Eoisode 377 - Gary Rossington Tribute 44:32

1+ y ago44:32

44:32

In this episode Jason returns to the podcast to help pay tribute to Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd. We discuss when we started getting into Skynyrd, Gary's impact on some guitarists we love, his slide playing, Damon Johnson, Zakk Wylde, Jason relays a great story from Ian Moore, some live experiences of seeing Skynyrd, a lesser known stellar cov…

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Eoisode 376 - Phil Lewis (L.A. Guns) 50:28

1+ y ago50:28

50:28

In this episode Phil Lewis returns to the podcast. Phil talks about LA Guns new album Black Diamonds, the virtuosity of Tracii Guns, the grittiness of Ace Von Johnson, the greatness of Johnny Martin, channeling Robert Plant on “Gonna Lose”, his long love for Alice Cooper, Donnie Vie. Rod Stewart, The Faces, the vast differences between recording no…

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Ep. 105 Elias Soriano (Nonpoint) 1:16:27

1+ y ago1:16:27

1:16:27

Elias discusses decision-making at a crossroads and how his early work experiences shaped his trajectory. Longevity and the constant change in the music industry. Uncle Donny's bus driving and near-death experiences. Nearly killing state troopers, vodka tonic, sprite, and bread. Also, a magical impression of being from the Bronx. Learn more about y…

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Episode 375 - Deen Castronovo (Journey) 1:19:04

1+ y ago1:19:04

1:19:04

In this episode Deen Castronovo joins the podcast. Deen talks about Revclution Saints forthcoming 4th album, what the change to Joel Hoekstra and Jeff Pilson brings, Doug Aldrich and Jack Blades, Alessandro Del Vichio, Kyle Hughes, turning his life around and returning to Journey, his 35 year working relationship with Neal Schon, Journey Through Ti…

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Episode 374 Terry Ilous - (XYZ / ex Great White) 58:17

1+ y ago58:17

58:17

In this episode Terry Ilous joins the podcast. Terry talks about his new collaboration with Jack Russell on a Tom Petty classic, his new song with George Lynch and AON, working with Brett Carlisle, his time with Great White, new music from XYZ, Led Zeppelin, Don Henley, 40+ years in the music industry, Pat Fontaine, and a ton more! The episode kick…

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Episode 373 - Greg Upchurch (3 Doors Down) 1:03:05

1+ y ago1:03:05

1:03:05

In this episode Greg Upchurch of 3 Doors Down joins the podcast. Greg talks about the development of his new coffee shop Greg’s Rockin Goat Coffee, plans for the future of the coffee shop, his solo track he released during 2020, being a multi-instrumentalist, new music from 3 Doors Down, writing, Brad Arnold, his time working with Chris Cornell, El…

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Ep. 104 Matty Mullins (Memphis May Fire) 58:09

1+ y ago58:09

58:09

Making Waves Ep 103 featured Matty of Memphis May Fire, metal core stalwarts with a hankering for bar b que and pomade. Matty discusses the dichotomy of wearing floral prints in a sea of black while sandblasting earholes. His early Christian music background still plays in his daily life and he tells the tale of driving from Spokane to Dallas on a …

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