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
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 169
Finally! I've been wanting to make this episode happen for quite a while. Super happy to finally have it happen. Sacha makes tremendous instruments and plays in a killer band. I hope you enjoy the show and make sure you check it all out at.... https://www.dunableguitars.com/ https://www.metalblade.com/intronaut/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 168
TIME TO GET EDUCATED. Jason is a local luthier who specializes in multiscale instruments. We take a deep nerdy dive on this one and I definitely learned a ton. I might even have to jump back in and relearn some of the things I forgot! It is seriously very good. Check out his stuff at http://www.jayemarguitars.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 17, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 168
Here is a fresh one for you! Kyle came to play in TDWP in a bit of a unique way and is a really cool dude. I met him briefly at the Fuzzrocious booth at NAMM after Ryan introduced us. We hit it off right away and I think you'll really enjoy it. https://www.tdwpband.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 166
THIS IS A MASSIVE ONE! For me at least. Teppei is one of my favorite guitar players from my favorite band, Thrice. Jeston Porter and I were able to sit down in the basement of the Roseland Theater in Portland and nerd out a few weeks ago. It was a wonderful experience and Teppei was fantastic to talk to. We explored a lot of areas, but one thing of particular importance was the theft of their gear from their storage unit. We want to try to get Teppei's Les Paul back to him, and give you the chan...
Feb 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 165
I have been wanting to do this episode for quite a while! Tom Cram was the man behind some of the best releases that Digitech/DOD ever made, and is now doing his own thing at Spiral FX. We get into a bunch of stuff, including his departure and the genisis of Spiral, our thoughts on pedals, SGs and a whole bunch more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 164
A movie? About guitar pedals? Oh yes. It is coming, Dan and Michael are working on a epic documentary for Reverb.com about guitar pedals and the culture that surrounds them. They tell us all about it, This is going to be really fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 20, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 163
Another fun one coming atcha! This episode came about in a very odd way, but I'm very glad it did! Matt is an excellent bassist who has played in some of my favorite bands. He is also a super cool dude, who has had some wild, wild experiences. Here is the link for the Aussie Bushfire Giveaway: https://www.gofundme.com/f/aussie-bushfire-gear-giveaway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 162
This is a hot one! Joey plays guitar for one of my favorite bands, The Used. He is a legit gear nerd, a fantastic guitar player and he has a really rad story. Also, a super rad dude! This is one of the raddest episodes ever. What a way to kick off 2020! Make sure and check out his band at https://theused.net/ and all the socials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 161
Brain Porter and Marco Gonzalez dropped by the Shed for some nerdery and jamming a while back. It was good times and great conversation. Brian is the head dude over at Porter Pickups & Porter Guitars. They are making amazing stuff over there in Idaho. Marco is one of his head guys so it was nice to have him here as we talked about... well.... you'll see. Check their stuff out at https://www.porterpickups.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 160
Devon Whitaker is creating some of the craziest pedal demos on the internet. It was a real treat to have him on the show to tell his story. He has a vast amount of musical experience, and is just a swell guy. You are going to dig this episode. Check out his Youtube channel HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 23, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 159
Mr. Donato was kind enough to sit down with me and chew the fat. He talks a lot about his philosophy on guitar playing, telecasters, learning, and a whole lot more. He also gave me a fresh response to the final question of the podcast. It was a new one to me! Check his stuff out at his website https://www.danieldonato.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 16, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 158
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
Dec 09, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 157
This episode has been a long time coming! Scott and I first met at NAMM 2 years ago, and I've been trying to talk him into doing the podcast ever since. I'm glad it worked out that way though. The man has been through some tremendous chapters in his life and it is rad to get to sit down and discuss them now. Enjoy! Check out the book at https://www.pushturnmove.com/products/pedal-crush-stompbox-effects-for-creative-music-making and the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCarxZ8bKjfF...
Dec 02, 2019•1 hr 17 min
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
Nov 25, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 155
On this episode, Alec and I talk about bears that fall out of trees, guitar pedals, how he got started building effects, and Detroit pizza. It is a great episode, hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 154
The guitarist from one of my favorite bands????!!!! Yup! This is happening. Scott is a amazing guitarist. Seriously. The man has riffs for days. On top of that he is a legit gear nerd, a top notch producer, and an awesome dude. Oh,and this one is 2 HOURS so feast your ears! Check out Scott's Links Here: https://www.scottmiddletonproducer.com/ https://www.cancerbats.com/ https://www.instagram.com/scoebcity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2019•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 153
Zak Ferentz is a musician from New Jersey. He had a challenging upbringing to say the least, and guitar music helped pull him out of that. We talk about that as well as the usual pedals/amps/guitar stuff. It was a great chat and Zak is a great guy making rad tunes. Make sure you check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 04, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 152
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
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 151
I had a great time on this episode! On this one I'm talking with Tommy Marz about his musical projects, talking with rockstars, pedals, and the difficulty of switching names for your musical projects. Make sure you check out his podcast, Sound Vapors, for more conversations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 150
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
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 149
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
Oct 08, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 148
Episode 147- This is the most actual guitar playing that has ever appeared on this podcast...... I'm so excited about this episode! I sat down with music therapist Chris Millet to discuss what music therapy is and how it can help people. Chris even treated me to a short relaxation script towards the end. I suggest finding a comfy spot and taking 5 minutes or so to try it for yourself, I really enjoyed it! For more info on music therapy, check out https://www.musictherapy.org/ Learn more about yo...
Sep 30, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 147
Another fun one for you! On this episode Steve and I talk about why Canadians are really so polite, how he got started, his thoughts on electronics layouts, and.........ranch dressing. Oh yeah. He went there. Make sure you check out his work at his website. The Effects Loop Raffle- Here is the link https://go.rallyup.com/autismrocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2019•1 hr 5 min
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
Sep 16, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 145
On this episode I'm hanging out with a man known to all gearheads of the world! We talk about his amps, his pedals, and an unreal baritone Martin. Mitch also dispenses some great advice and has some really cool insight as a player and as a professional in the industry. This was a ton of fun! Make sure you check out Mitch's music at his website MitchGallagher.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 144
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...
Sep 05, 2019•31 min•Ep. 143
Episode 142- Today, I sat down with Nick to discuss his love of the DL4, his musical beginnings, Hella, Dilinger Escape Plan and a whole lot more. It was a great chat and you should definitely check out his band, Tera Melos, and the Pedals and Effects YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 142
Episode 141- Super stoked about this one! One of the most requested guests yet! Sarah is a phenomenal guitarist with an extremely unique, and effects heavy approach to the instrument. Which you know is all kinds of my business. This is a great episode and we talk about Iggy Pop, Brian Eno, Josh Homme and more! Make sure and check out Sarah's website right HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 26, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 141
Episode 140- Today I am talking to Justin about a whole list of things! From working at Ernie Ball, to running his own one man operation. Justin has had a ton of experience and really fun to talk to. Make sure you check out his work at Abernethyguitars.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 140