The Riffhard Podcast
By Riffhard
The Riffhard PodcastJun 08, 2020
Bart Hennephof
Bart Hennephof is a solo guitarist and producer and was formerly the guitarist in Textures.
1:45 - Important things that are hard to teach
11:26 - Bart doesn’t use a noise gate in front of his amp
25:41 - Stretching while on tour
35:56 - Start a band in 8 weeks
55:46 - Music comes first
1:08:09 - Don’t just blindly trust people
1:19:12 - How much time does Brad spend practicing guitar?
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Mark Holcomb, Misha Mansoor, and Jake Bowen
Mark Holcomb, Misha Mansoor, and Jake Bowen are guitarists in Periphery.
1:33 - Working on new music and the impact of COVID
12:10 - What makes the band avoid a specific tour market
21:00 - The role that Periphery’s manager plays
46:24 - How the band focuses on the music
1:06:20 - Figuring out how to turn high risk into success
1:25:24 - Deciding who plays what, especially in the studio
1:39:49 - The band’s latest writing session
1:57:41 - Periphery gets priority when writing
2:11:11 - Does Mark use a metronome?
2:22:57 - What an average day is like for the guys
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Jack Gardiner
Jack Gardiner is a guitarist with a very active and growing YouTube channel who also plays for Stu Hamm and China Crisis in addition to working on a solo project.
1:46 - Jack’s MasterClass and visualization
12:32 - 3 note per string scales can hold some people back
30:06 - Play with people who are better than you
49:53 - The typical trajectory in music
1:05:25 - Developing your own voice
1:17:51 - Plagiarism in music
1:43:43 - Vanity metrics exist to make you feel good
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Matt Halpern
Matt Halpern is the drummer in Periphery and the co-owner of GetGoodDrums.
1:47 - Matt, Browne, and Eyal’s tour adventures
22:28 - Band chemistry and communication are crucial
40:40 - Deprivation work and putting other people first
49:31 - How drummers communicate with guitarists
1:14:20 - Can you develop pocket and rhythm?
1:23:37 - The relationship between the kick and riffs
1:29:18 - Choosing cymbals for a specific part
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Chris Kelly
Chris Kelly is the guitarist in Alustrium and was the lead guitarist (Darth Vader) in Galactic Empire.
2:14 - The most annoying interview questions
18:06 - Spending too long on songs
35:54 - Confidence is required as a musician
51:32 - Handling the extra time during COVID
1:13:50 - Metal was more violent in the 90s
1:24:12 - Terrible tour bus stories
1:37:50 - Working on rhythm guitar playing
1:47:45 - Getting a better technique down
2:07:29 - Everyone goes back to the basics
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Josh Middleton
Josh Middleton is a guitarist in Architects and has his own band, Sylosis.
4:18 - Time management during COVID
15:06 - How engineering comes into play for Josh
32:15 - Finding time to practice guitar
44:04 - Recording yourself is a great tool
59:49 - You can’t judge gear based on spec sheets
1:05:02 - Knowing when a song is good enough
1:16:47 - What’s the job of a producer?
1:24:55 - Architects’ guitar tone
Mark Vollelunga
Mark Vollelunga is the guitarist for Nothing More.
3:53 - Vegetable oil vans
11:55 - Standing out as a band without it feeling contrived
21:44 - Fighting for an idea that is right
42:06 - Some of Mark’s biggest failures
52:01 - The sex, drugs, and rock n roll lifestyle is not the whole story
1:07:41 - Mark’s musical priorities
1:32:19 - Christian rock and metal bands
1:47:31 - Being a musician and entrepreneur
Pat Sheridan
1:17 - Why musicians suck with time management
8:19 - Opening bands and tour managers
29:05 - Misconceptions about successful bands
36:38 - How long Pat was in local bands
54:37 - Running a band as a business
1:15:32 - The right hand is the most important thing
1:44:29 - Being a successful band and working with Will Putney
1:58:30 - Backing companies without endorsement deals
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Bumblefoot
Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal is a legendary guitarist. To call him an innovator would be to sell him short. He is currently the guitarist for Sons of Apollo and previously played in Guns N’ Roses, but his full credits are way too long to list here.
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2:12 - Bumblefoot’s prolific childhood
17:48 - You shouldn’t need to be motivated to do something you love
25:57 - Time management strategy
53:10 - Creation vs. playing someone else’s song
1:09:27 - Being self-aware
1:21:32 - Getting his music licensed and playing huge gigs
1:50:13 - You can’t expect 100% return all of the time
1:58:25 - Bumblefoot’s hot sauce
2:19:18 - Using a fretless guitar
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James Monteith
James Monteith is a guitarist in TesseracT and a founder at Hold Tight where he is a publicist for many amazing guitarists.
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3:47 - Livestreams during the pandemic
16:11 - Working in PR
40:44 - How James fits in guitar playing
58:49 - The future of marketing guitar players
1:21:09 - The terror of being in a band
1:42:16 - Knowing your limits
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Jeff Loomis
Jeff Loomis plays guitar in Arch Enemy and is best known for his legendary work in Nevermore.
1:40 - How Jeff has spent his time during the pandemic
12:33 Grunge bands and the Seattle scene
21:11 - Not knowing theory doesn’t mean you can’t be good
28:35 - Pre-production is done differently today
41:55 - Jeff’s rhythm guitar playing
54:58 - The bands that blow up have a certain energy about them
1:06:17 - Endorsements and how they work
1:12:57 - Hands vs. gear
1:36:33 - How bands operate internally is everything
1:42:06 - Jeff’s plug-in
1:50:11 - Overcoming injuries
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Plini
Plini is a guitarist and songwriter who was called “the future of exceptional guitar playing” by Steve Vai.
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1:31 - Waking up early and having a routine
12:22 - Defining artistic validity
29:19 - You favorite songs vs fan favorites
42:04 - The price of success
1:00:15 - Does Plini practice on a regular basis?
1:16:36 - Balancing a competitive nature while keeping a low stress level
1:38:36 - There’s no set timeline for a career
1:57:00 - How Plini approaches meter
2:06:12 - How often is the final product different than imagined?
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Trey Xavier
Trey Xavier is a guitarist and the Editor-in-Chief of Gear Gods.
2:10 - Gear will not make you better
19:10 - Outcome based playing vs just for enjoyment
32:08 - Interacting with comments on the internet
42:04 - The base skill set level for musicians
1:01:28 - What to look out for when buying new gear
1:11:00 - The future of recording
1:36:26 - Outsourcing
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Chris Wiseman
Chris Wiseman is the guitarist for Currents and Shadow of Intent.
3:46 - How Chris is using his entrepreneurial mind during quarantine
19:38 - The loss of touring and using the internet to get big
54:28 - Does Chris practice guitar?
1:09:09 - Most people are well-intentioned and nice
1:16:13 - Having a routine and focus
1:28:30 - Writing for two bands without them sounding the same
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Mike Stringer
Mike Stringer is the guitarist for Spiritbox.
1:44 - Stupid riffs
22:00 - The importance of image
36:15 - Spending time on music vs. everything else
54:56 - Creating the ethereal elements in Spiritbox
1:13:30 - The role of a producer
1:26:32 - Wearing many hats as a professional musician
1:42:37 - Are people too obsessed with genre?
1:51:10 - How Mike approaches dynamic writing
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The Ghost Inside
Zach Johnson and Chris Davis are the guitarists for The Ghost Inside.
1:37 - Practicing while standing
14:33 - Recalling the correct breakdown
27:22 - Not touring due to injury vs. not touring due to COVID
35:11 - How Zack and Chris create riffs
58:42 - Work ethic is key
1:32:34 - Working with someone who is different and how to get out of the way
1:43:04 - Everyone having a say can be dangerous
1:52:30 - What is a producer’s role?
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Jen Majura
Jen Majura is the guitarist for Evanescence.
2:16 - Live streams are tiring
12:24 - Artists and craftsmen are both necessary
25:14 - Replacing a band member is hard
39:28 - Adapting in 2020
54:08 - Jen’s guitar habits during quarantine
1:28:45 - Designing tones
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Jake Bowen
Jake Bowen is a guitarist in Periphery.
3:02 - Eating high-calorie meals
9:21 - Jake’s problem with airports and authority figures
29:16 - Humans are still animals even though society has modernized
43:51 - How the band is handling staying home
57:18 - Anxiety and being a people pleaser
1:05:03 - Playing guitar live
1:21:00 - A day in the life of Jake
1:32:13 - Battling depression
1:44:02 - Being influenced by his uncle, John Petrucci
1:55:36 - Jake’s riff style
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Jinjer
Eugene and Roman are the bassist and guitarist, respectively, in Jinjer.
1:59 - Working with Max Morton and writing songs
12:07 - Throwing ideas and riffs away
25:44 - The band’s communication
37:16 - Eugene’s bass lines
50:21 - Writing during lockdown and writing rigs
1:02:51 - Being able to travel with your own console
1:12:06 - Staying grounded
1:34:36 - Writing a song in 5 hours
Roman Ibramkhalilov (@kazyolli) • Instagram photos and videos
Eugene Abdukhanov (@jinjerbass) • Instagram photos and videos
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Ruud Jolie
Ruud Jolie is the lead guitarist of Within Temptation.
12:22 - How European culture treats metal music
23:19 - You can make music work without a band
37:15 - Ruud’s job as a guitarist in Within Temptation
56:48 - Guide for refining riffs
1:21:20 - Defining personal style
1:43:36 - Longevity is a rare thing
1:52:07 - Rehearsing before tour
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Nick Sampson
Nick Sampson is a producer, engineer, and guitar player for I Am Abomination.
3:14 - Handling COVID
11:11 - Gaining trust and respect
17:03 - How guitar players can prepare
36:47 - Scheduling and time management
57:51 - Making your guitar as playable as possible
1:17:50 - Building and patenting a guitar
1:38:57 - Buying weed used to be difficult
1:57:39 - There’s no liposuction for guitar
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Angel Vivaldi
Angel Vivaldi is a virtuoso guitarist as well as a songwriter and producer.
5:07 - Angel doesn’t miss being on the road
18:07 - Eddie Van Halen
28:10 - Finding what works best for your health
45:46 - Does Angel’s discipline with health and fitness transfer to guitar playing?
59:48 - Getting away from drugs and abuse
1:11:51 - How Angel recorded his first demo
1:33:00 - Working with Will Putney
1:53:40 - Angel’s writing process
1:58:42 - Angel’s practice regimen
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Angus Clark
Angus Clark is a lead guitarist best known for his 20 year stint with Trans Siberian Orchestra as well as playing for artists such as Cher and Kitaro among others.
2:21 - The hired gun life
16:11 - Self-awareness is crucial
31:38 - Getting the TSO gig
49:42 - Tone is in your ears
1:08:24 - You don’t have to choose between writing and playing
1:19:21 - Knowing who you are
1:30:03 - The entrepreneur’s curse
1:37:49 - Working with Cher
1:49:15 - What Angus tells people who aspire to do what he does
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John Browne
John Browne was a guest on the URM Podcast. He plays guitar in Monuments, Flux Conduct, and is the co-founder of Riffhard.
6:31 - Why rhythm guitar is important
16:23 - The relationship between Dillinger Escape Plan and Mr. Bungle
23:27 - What bands are pushing the envelope?
36:00 - Rhythm and phrasing
55:23 - How to get better at guitar
1:12:15 - What are the features of Riffhard?
1:19:36 - Deleting riffs - should you or should you not?
1:29:16 - Why you should analyze “Freak on a Leash” by Korn
1:40:30 - Tone is in the hands, but for real
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Mark Holcomb
Mark Holcomb is a guitarist in Periphery and Haunted Shores.
2:05 - How Browne and Mark know each other
11:09 - The X factor and social media
21:51 - Adapting to touring life
29:18 - Day-to-day lifestyle
50:54 - Making ideas cohesive
1:22:45 - Coming up with open chords
1:35:26 - Using PRS guitars
1:42:14 - Gear and black metal
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Mike Spreitzer and Neal Tiemann
Mike Spreitzer and Neal Tiemann are guitarists for DevilDriver.
2:42 - How the guys are handling COVID
15:05 - How Mike and Neal know each other
29:19 - Dark times and lineup changes
53:13 - Working with Steve Evetts
1:09:01 - How Mike got into recording
1:22:56 - Pocket is different for everyone
1:34:44 - Tracking guitars and trusting producers
1:51:57 - Writing riffs
1:57:10 - Finding inspiration
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Carter Arrington
Carter Arrington is a guitarist who has played with Progger, Peter Rowan, Eric Johnson, and many others.
3:25 - Carter’s rhythm playing
16:47 - Carter’s definition of pocket
40:42 - Adjusting to the pocket of a drummer
54:22 - Ego and finding what you want to do
1:03:14 - Obsession
1:28:49 - Carter’s course and writing
1:51:28 - Sixteenth notes
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Kiko Loureiro
Kiko Loureiro is the lead guitarist for Megadeth.
3:08 - Getting stuck in Finland
12:32 - Touring and routine
24:19 - Playing guitar for work vs. not for work
54:28 - Music in Brazil
1:10:56 - Practicing and figuring out how you learn
1:33:47 - Should modern musicians record themselves?
1:52:38 - Adapting to modern technology
2:08:50 - Why Kiko learned to record audio and video
2:26:10 - What Kiko learned from Dave Mustaine
2:34:27 - Composing with 7 and 8 strings
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Adam Christianson
Adam Christianson is a guitarist in Architects.
1:57 - Being a Canadian in a British band
13:44 - Big vs. small shows
27:14 - Advancement of online education
41:22 - What does Adam focus on with the guitar?
49:22 - Perform as soon as you can
57:24 - Don’t discount anyone
1:05:29 - Being disciplined
1:21:21 - Does Adam write riffs with intention in mind?
1:29:49 - What elevated Adam’s playing the most?
Misha Mansoor
Misha Mansoor, aka Bulb is one of the guitarists of Periphery as well as one of the founding partners behind ventures such as Horizon Devices and Getgood Drums.
1:32 - Keeping busy during quarantine
14:23 - Building a career online
35:41 - Time management and avoiding burnout
47:58 - Taking a vacation
1:01:03 - Getting worn out
1:14:59 - Avoiding getting stale
1:38:52 - Communication is key - singing at someone instead of yelling
1:53:42 - Where does Periphery go next?
2:02:18 - Will there be another summer camp?
2:14:56 - Low vs. high gain
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Dave Davidson
Dave Davidson is the guitarist for Revocation.
2:05 - COVID and false information
22:07 - Creating and cataloging riffs
42:58 - Building band members’ trust
55:51 - Dave’s practicing habits
1:13:08 - Where does Dave’s love of extreme metal come from?
1:20:04 - Heavy music techniques
1:36:41 - Chord progression and theory
1:47:05 - Dave’s writing process
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Olly Steele
Olly Steele is a guitarist in Monuments.
3:07 - How Olly and Browne met
8:55 - Learning to play a 7-string
19:43 - Tour etiquette
40:57 - Olly’s guitar playing and lessons
57:08 - Traversing the neck
1:14:58 - Learning with modern technology
1:26:04 - Defining moments when writing songs
1:34:30 - Balance’s clean sound
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Gus G
Gus G, also known as Kostas is a Greek powerhouse, lead guitarist of Firewind. He has played in Arch Enemy, Nightrage, Mystic Prophecy, Dream Evil, and for Ozzy Osbourne himself!
1:58 - Technology and quarantine
17:14 - An unlikely path to success
26:34 - Artists and record deals
51:59 - The impact of playing with Ozzy
1:04:43 - Guitar practice
1:17:44 - How Firewind got discovered
1:36:39 - Leaving Greece
1:44:15 - Knowing when to place the vibrato
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Aaron Marshall
Aaron Marshall is the guitarist of Intervals.
2:02 - Aaron auditioned for Fellsilent
13:10 - Steady income during lockdown
34:33 - Working with producers
48:53 - Muscle memory
1:00:22 - Capitalizing on opportunities
1:17:31 - Health and lifestyle
1:52:27 - Lead melody and rhythm
2:02:43 - Learning chord and scale theory
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Brody Uttley
Brody Uttley is the guitarist for Rivers of Nihil.
On this episode:
3:20 - Social tier hunting
15:33 - Joe Bonamassa
22:03 - Quarantine habits
34:32 - Devin Townsend is a genius
43:53 - Why don’t Brody’s bandmates hate him?
1:24:11 - How Brody practices guitar
1:33:21 - Not tensing up when you play guitar
2:00:41 - Gear vs. hands
2:23:31 - What comes first, riffs or drums?
2:31:26 - The pressure to experiment
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Josh Smith
Josh Smith is the guitarist for Northlane and is the co-owner of Open Door Management.
On this episode:
2:35 - Lockdown and cycling
14:55 - Focus and the inner bitch voice
22:48 - Having a disciplined approach
38:27 - Working with David Bendeth and Will Putney
58:18 - Northlane’s live stream
1:17:30 - Working on multiple things at once
1:34:45 - This is in fact a guitar podcast
1:40:30 - Going from a local band to national to international
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Mike Dawes
Mike Dawes is an innovative acoustic guitarist who has built an impressive solo career 100% indie. He also plays for Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues and is a member of Nik Mystery.
On this episode:
2:40 - Being a sideman for older bands
21:02 - Preparing for the worst on tour
37:10 - Being a solo guitar player vs. being in a band
49:35 - Knowing your intent
1:10:06 - Great guitar players exist in every genre and era
1:25:45 - Overcoming injuries
1:42:35 - How COVID has affected Mike
2:04:26 - Mike’s guitar tuning and setup
2:28:25 - How should beginners learn the percussive technique?
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Phil Demmel
Phil Demmel is a staple in the metal scene gaining notoriety for his time in Machine Head, his band Vio-lence and his session gig for Slayer.
On this episode:
3:07 - Phil’s quarantine life
9:41 - The logistics of collaborating on cover songs
20:55 - Playing guitar live can’t be simulated elsewhere
30:04 - How Phil learned guitar
40:47 - How crucial is the social aspect of the industry?
50:49 - Proving yourself as a band and musician
1:00:25 - Filling in with Slayer
1:16:50 - Learning Machine Head songs
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Andy James
Andy James is a well known guitar virtuoso who has a massive YouTube channel, plays with Fields of the Nephilim, and has toured as a session guitarist with acts such as Five Finger Death Punch.
On this episode:
9:35 - How bands are live-streaming now
13:09 - How Andy ended up touring with Death Punch
30:12 - Are certain tours harder than others?
35:34 - Learning someone else’s songs
46:21 - Having a natural knack for guitar
57:15 - Being an artist vs a craftsman
1:20:05 - Should you mix your own album?
1:33:52 - Handling writer’s block
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Bill Hudson
Bill Hudson is a virtuoso guitarist who has played with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Savatage, and I Am Morbid among many many others. He is the founder and lead guitarist of NorthTale.
On this episode:
2:45 - Guitar playing during the quarantine
17:40 - Perfect pitch
23:21 - Does language impact how Bill thinks about music?
38:13 - England and innovative rock
59:13 - Getting gigs
1:07:56 - Working out and having a healthy lifestyle
1:39:40 - How addictions can affect your performance
2:01:21 - Bill’s practice routine
2:21:12 - The importance of tempo
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Nick Johnston
Nick Johnston is a canadian guitarist who releases his work as an independent solo artist and has worked with Periphery, Polyphia, Scale The Summit, Mike Dawes, and many more.
On this episode:
2:00 - Quarantine life and mask breath
10:09 - Being disciplined when you’re younger
27:07 - The critiques of instrumental guitar playing
34:33 - How Nick made his picking hand less sloppy
45:48 - Fear as a motivator
1:04:18 - Your pathology isn’t necessarily going to change because your circumstances do
1:10:47 - How Nick stays disciplined
1:22:52 - Tone in the hands vs. the gear
1:34:36 - Being honest with yourself about what you want to do
1:43:25 - Why Nick doesn’t want to be on a label
1:59:20 - Final guitar solos vs. improvising
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Doc Coyle
Doc Coyle is the guitarist of Bad Wolves and was previously in God Forbid. He also hosts The Ex-Man Podcast, where he talks to music industry professionals who leave major gigs and where they go from there.
On this episode:
4:07 - You can’t have too many cooks in the kitchen
12:15 - How often does Doc write?
26:07 - Knowing when something is finished
34:15 - The first listen and discovering new bands
50:48 - Defining talent
1:00:23 - Guitar prep and tones
1:22:02 - Hands vs. gear
1:34:58 - Moving people emotionally with your music
1:41:02 - The challenges of adopting a new rhythm style
1:55:27 - Doc’s book idea
2:03:24 - Doc is a renaissance man
Dean Lamb
Dean Lamb plays guitar for the Canadian tech death innovators, Archspire. He runs a very entertaining and informative YouTube channel where he takes on all types of hilarious and impressive guitar challenges.
On this episode:
2:59 - Being creative in lockdown
10:32 - Being in a band should be treated as a job
19:30 - Fear of talking on camera
27:46 - Jason Momoa’s connection to the band
45:57 - Making money while being on a label
1:01:57 - Dean’s guitar playing and writing
1:22:16 - The role that rhythm plays
1:37:18 - The luck factor
1:49:02 - How ideas appear
2:02:13 - Learning techniques via cover songs vs. formal practice
2:07:16 - Playing without tension
2:14:38 - Warm up routines
Check out Dean Lamb’s website.
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Mark Heylmun
Mark Heylmun is the lead guitarist for Suicide Silence, arguably the most successful death core band in the world.
On this episode:
2:19 - Mark and John’s tour stories
11:05 - How Suicide Silence leveraged Myspace to land a record deal
22:14 - Lockdown!
35:11 - Getting an idea and going hard with it
48:48 - Being in a band and being good at business
55:28 - Not dwelling on the negative
1:06:16 - Plan B
1:37:38 - Not all writers are virtuosos
1:47:08 - Working with another guitar player
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Acle Kahney
Acle Kahney is a guitarist, songwriter, producer and mixer known for his band Tesseract and formerly Fellsilent.
On this episode:
3:33 - Staying busy and live streaming during a pandemic
7:41 - Getting into mixing and mastering
16:56 - Different generations of guitar players
24:01 - Is talent real?
36:01 - What keeps bands together?
45:35 - Writing and learning new songs
55:53 - John Browne was THAT solo guy
1:11:17 - What happened when Acle started combining styles
1:23:07 - Working with Martin Grech
1:30:00 - Dealing with metal fans
1:39:13 - Working with other engineers
1:44:16 - Where Acle’s haunting melodies come from
1:50:06 - Getting a band from nothing to something
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Wes Hauch
Wes Hauch is one of the most respected lead guitarists in metal known for his work with The Faceless, Black Crown Initiate, Alluvial, Thy Art Is Murder, and many many more.
On this episode:
2:25 - Mac vs. PC
11:32 - Hours spent playing guitar
25:38 - Playing what’s written vs. adjusting on the fly
36:14 - Lead guitar and solos
49:15 - Writing
1:00:37 - Lessons learned from playing live
1:08:29 - Geeking out about amps
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Jason Richardson
Jason Richardson is one of the most highly regarded lead guitarists in modern metal. He made a name for himself in bands like Born of Osiris and Chelsea Grin before releasing an extremely successful solo album. He is currently the lead guitarist for metalcore legends All That Remains.
On this episode:
2:10 - NAMM and Ernie Ball
7:59 - The Evolve EP and Jason’s own sound
19:41 - Returning to old ideas
30:21 - Jason’s rig
49:00 - Tour life
1:02:54 - How Jason learns other styles
1:12:10 - What Jason looks for in an engineer
1:29:40 - Jason’s online presence
1:39:14 - Jason’s favorite riff that he’s written
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Welcome to the Riffhard Podcast
The Riffhard Podcast has arrived! Hosts John Browne and Eyal Levi break down what to expect from the show and tell you who some of the first guests will be.
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