On this week's episode, the Dads go neck deep into guitar dadery and review a recent 38 Special concert. They also opine on David Lee Roth's retirement announcement and Dave is GASing for a PRS! All that and more on the Guitar Dads Podcast!
Oct 11, 2021•30 min
On this week's episode, the Dads discuss the latest Guns N Roses single, let's just say they aren't under any illusions. Matt also gives more insights into his Nashville trip and discusses the 1981 Inventions DRV pedal he picked up there.
Oct 04, 2021•38 min
On this week's episode, the Dads give you a full breakdown of the Black Crowes Shake Your Money Maker show with Dirty Honey opening. Matt is back from Nashville and gives the inside scoop on the best guitar spots in the city and the discusses the Nashville music scene.
Sep 26, 2021•54 min
On this week's episode, the Dad are on route to see the Black Crowes and Dirty Honey on the Shake Your Money Maker Tour! They also discuss NAMM 2022 and the new Fender Player Plus series of guitars.
Sep 16, 2021•31 min
On this week's episode, the Dads discuss John Mayer's recent decision to wear headphones on stage, the smokin' new Jerry Cantrell signature Gibson and Jared Jame's Nichol's "Dorothy" '52 les paul.
Sep 05, 2021•38 min
On this week's episode, the Dads finally got out of the house and went to a concert! Also, Matt got a new toy, I mean pedal. The Dads also discuss Aerosmith's big news and the consequences of "licking it up" too much!
Aug 31, 2021•43 min
On this week's episode, the Dads discuss Germany's recent bust of some major players in the gear industry for price fixing, Halestorm's new release, Steel Panther's future, and Dave's get another new pedal. Is it too much? Yes, yes it is!
Aug 23, 2021•38 min
On this week's episode, the Dads are very excited to discuss the new Guns N Roses single "Absurd." Is it any good or just a disappointing predictor of things to come? Matt and Dave also discuss Gibson's new record label: will it get the next generation of guitar parents into the fold or just continue to cater to the older, already established Gibson fanbase?
Aug 17, 2021•42 min
On this week's episode, the Dads pick up where they left off in episode 23 and dive into Summer NAMM 2021, albeit belatedly (hey guitar dads have to go on vacation too, ya know!). The Dads share their "best in show" picks for upcoming gear releases, including some new signature gear from the Patron Saint of Guitar Dadery (no, not Joe Bonamassa, the other guy).
Aug 09, 2021•42 min
On this week's very special episode of the Guitar Dad's Podcast, Matt and Dave welcome their first ever guest: Matt's brother, Alex! Alex tells us all about what it's being a dad who plays keyboards in his awesome Chicago-area Pink Floyd tribute band, Eclipse. The three dads also discuss the best keyboard albums, solos, and intros and take a deep dive into the new John Mayer album.
Aug 01, 2021•37 min
On this week's episode, the Dads run down the latest new in Guitar Dad rock including news about the Rolling Stones, Kiss, Lzzy Hale, and Aaron Lewis (it's been a while!). They also discuss Matt's first post-lockdown gig and the ongoing trials and tribulations of being in a gigging band in the Covid era.
Jul 26, 2021•36 min
On this week's episode, the Dads discuss their views on the Doors and their opinions on the latest news in guitar dad rock. They also take a deep dive into Squire's new paranormal series releases, and it gets kinda spooky!
Jul 19, 2021•42 min
On this week's episode, the Dads opine on a slew of rock n roll news that runs the gamut from Jimi Hendrix to Whitesnake to Buckcherry phlebotomy (wait, what?). They also discuss Paramount Plus' plan to bring back the famous VH1 show "Behind the Music" and talk impulse responses in the gear section.
Jul 11, 2021•39 min
Our apologies the episode is late this week, the Dads were celebrating Independence Day! On this week's episode, the Dads discuss a potential Scott Weiland biopic, a new project with Jerry Cantrell and Duff McKagen and get into the tricky world of cheap guitars.
Jul 07, 2021•45 min
On this week's episode, the Dads take a walk down memory lane and discuss some of their favorite post-grunge bands. They also get into a tasty argument about bands with only one remaining original (or relevant) member. In gears news, the Dads discuss Joe Bonamassa's new fender custom shop recreation of his 1951 fender no caster nicknamed "The Bludgeon" and PRS' new "HX" Jimi Hendrix line of amps. Is it too much? Yes, yes it is.
Jun 28, 2021•47 min
On this weeks episode, Matt and Dave discuss Roger Waters' feud with Facebook, the new Nikki Six memoir, Soundgarden, and the new Bigsby/Gamechanger Audio pedal, is it cool?
Jun 21, 2021•48 min
On this week's episode, Matt and Dave weigh in on the new John Mayer single that seems to be taking the guitar world by storm. Is it too much? Dave FINALLY gets a proper strat!
Jun 14, 2021•47 min
On this week's episode, the Dads respond to recent comments in the press about the current dire state of bands in music, Pink Floyd's never-ending feud, and the new Microcosm pedal by Hologram Electronics, is it too much?
Jun 07, 2021•46 min
On this week's episode, Matt and Dave contemplate the UK's massive download mosh pit COVID-19 experiment and weigh in on a potential 30 day monogamous guitar challenge; could you do it? Matt also gets put on the spot by Dave's lightening round. All that and more on this week's Guitar Dad Podcast.
May 30, 2021•45 min
On this episode of the Guitar Dads Podcast, Matt and Dave are amped up that the summer concert season is coming back in full force, somebody paid way too much for a lock of Cobain's hair, and Wampler releases another amazing dirt box!
May 23, 2021•51 min
On this week's episode, the Dads ask the question: does the rock hall matter? They also share their opinions on the rock hall's 2021 inductees AND more importantly, the snubs! Reverb's "The Pedal Movie" is discussed and Matt's got an epic new piece of gear.
May 16, 2021•40 min
On this week's episode, the dads discuss their favorite current rock bands to watch in 2021. If you have been searching for some great new rock music to listen to, you'll want to hear the dad's picks. On the gear side of things, the dads opine on the new PRS Joe Walsh signature guitar and Matt reveals his next big gear purchase.
May 10, 2021•43 min
On this week's episode, the dads discuss concert ticket pricing in the wake of COVID, Dirty Honey's new album, and the brand new Friedman BE Mini.
May 02, 2021•48 min
On this week's episode, the Dads discuss music streaming and how it has impacted the industry, you tube disclosures for gear videos, and the new Helix 3.1 update.
Apr 25, 2021•48 min
On this week's episode, the dads discuss the upcoming Ramones biopic and their favorite music-themed movies. They also give you a Guitar Dad primer on preamps, so if you ever wondered "what the heck is a preamp pedal and why do I need one" this is your episode!
Apr 19, 2021•49 min
This week, Matt and Dave discuss Paul Simon's big sell-off of his catalog, 2022 concert dates, Joe Bo's self-proclaimed "budget rig rundown," and tell you what guitar maintenance and repair things every guitar dad should know!
Apr 11, 2021•38 min
It's the BLUES special! On this week's episode, Matt and Dave give you their top blues artists to watch in 2021 and discuss their favorite gear for classic blues guitar tones. If you like the blues, you don't want to miss this episode of Guitar Dads!
Apr 06, 2021•38 min
This week, Matt and Dave have a legendary debate about two legendary albums: Led Zeppelin II vs. Led Zeppelin IV! Who will prevail? The guys also talk about some cool new Epiphones that were recently teased by a certain top-hat-sporting rock star, and go for a "drive" discussing their favorite pedals.
Mar 29, 2021•52 min
Matt and Dave are BACK after some time off with another episode of the Guitar Dads Podcast! This week, the Dads discuss Dirty Honey, concerts coming back, Matt's new guitar man cave, and an incredible new offering from Epiphone.
Mar 19, 2021•45 min
On this week's episode, Matt and Dave talk about 2021's most anticipated guitar dad albums, an Oasis reunion, guitar dad man caves, and what the heck happened to Dave's strat order?
Feb 21, 2021•41 min