In this conversation, Molly Miller discusses her early start in a family band and her formal education in guitar. She shares her approach to teaching and the importance of balance in her career, which includes performing, teaching, and session work. Molly also talks about her approach to gear and pedals and the challenges of imposter syndrome in the music industry. She offers tips for traveling musicians and emphasizes the importance of self-care and staying centered while on tour. In this conversation, We also get into the benefits of limitations in creativity, and the all important element of gratitude.
Molly's website is HERE: https://www.mollymillermusic.com/
Takeaways
Molly is intensely focused on guitar, specifically.
Balancing exercise with travel can be challenging, but planning and flexibility can help.
Finding the right gear and equipment is a personal process, and it's important to have setups that work well for individual preferences and situations.
Limitations can foster creativity and lead to new discoveries in music-making.
Gratitude for the opportunities in life and the ability to pursue passions is important for personal fulfillment.
The Molly Miller Trio has an upcoming record release and tours planned for the future.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:23
Early Musical Journey
03:02
Formal Education and Academic Approach
06:36
Balancing Different Musical Paths
10:10
Career Goals and Evolution
16:18
Love for Gear and Pedals
19:06
Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
26:06
Famine Mentality in the Music Industry
30:05
Tips for Traveling Musicians
32:44
Maintaining Balance and Centeredness on Tour
33:49
Self-Care and Exercise
34:35
Balancing Exercise and Travel
35:28
Love for Nashville
36:16
Stability During the Pandemic
37:23
The Changing Landscape of Nashville
37:49
Gear and Equipment
38:55
Finding the Right Gear
39:19
Molly's Touring Rig
40:13
Favorite Pedals and Amps
41:13
Favorite Pedal Brands
42:22
The Challenge of Reconfiguring Pedal Boards
43:09
Blake's Vertical Pedal Board Setup
43:33
The Benefits of a Hybrid Digital and Analog Setup
44:38
The Ever-Changing Nature of Pedalboards
45:53
The Importance of Limitations in Creativity
46:38
Making Music for the Love of It
48:16
Reflecting on Childhood Dreams
49:30
Gratitude for the Opportunities in Life
50:11
The Wonder of Everyday Life
51:38
The Humility of Being a Musician
52:41
Upcoming Record Release and Tours
53:29
Favorite Boss Pedal
54:05
Favorite Kind of Pizza
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Feb 26
1 hr 6 min
In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. (Its always good to have buddies!)
We also discuss the evolution of YouTube and the changing landscape of the platform. Landon shares his journey from being in a band to starting his YouTube channel and how he found his niche. (We also get into the unpredictability of the platform, and the difficulties of explaining their work to others and the perception of being a YouTuber/podcaster.)
Landon and I also get into the topic of soundproofing and how we built out our studios for content creation SECOND and loud amps FIRST. We also discuss the misconceptions surrounding soundproofing and the importance of using the right materials.
Finally, they discuss the weird side of doing this for a living and the impact it can have on mental health. In this portion of the chat, Landon and Blake discuss a range of topics, from dark thoughts and serial killers to the permanence of the internet.
We get real weird with it!
Takeaways
Networking and building relationships in the industry is crucial for content creators.
Finding your niche and creating content that resonates with your audience is key to success.
Soundproofing and building a dedicated studio space can greatly improve the quality of your content.
Incorporating and understanding the business side of content creation is important for long-term success.
Many people have misconceptions about soundproofing and believe that certain products or techniques are effective when they are not.
Soundproofing projects can be challenging and require a lot of time, effort, and research.
Soundproofing in apartments can be difficult due to limitations on modifications.
Exploring new technology in music gear can enhance the creation process.
Being a content creator comes with its own set of challenges, including the unpredictability of YouTube algorithms and the outside perception of being a YouTuber or Podcaster.
Subscriber engagement and success on YouTube can be inconsistent and difficult to predict.
A large online presence can have a dark side and impact mental health. The internet never forgets, and everything you say or do online can be permanent.
Having fun should be a priority, even in professional pursuits like music.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Gear Fest
07:15
Getting Started in Content Creation
17:33
Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation
23:16
Finding Your Niche and What Works
26:11
Soundproofing and Building a Studio
29:37
The Importance of Incorporating and Business Side of Content Creation
31:26
Acoustic Caulk and Soundproofing
32:09
Misconceptions about Soundproofing
35:01
The Uncertainty of First Time Soundproofing Projects
36:15
Challenges of Soundproofing in Apartments
37:21
Exploring New Technology in Music Gear
39:37
Future Projects and Collaborations
43:30
Navigating the Perception of Being a YouTuber
45:11
The Difficulty of Explaining What You Do
49:18
The Challenges of Being a Content Creator
53:11
The Unpredictability of YouTube Success
56:06
The Mystery of YouTube Algorithms
59:35
The Inconsistency of Subscriber Engagement
01:01:11
The Dark Side of Fame and Online Presence
01:02:10
Dark Thoughts and Serial Killers
01:03:00
The Forgetfulness of Live Streams
01:03:47
The Permanence of the Internet
01:04:15
Landon's Channel and Having Fun
01:05:15
Favorite Boss Pedal
01:06:20
Favorite Kind of Pizza
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Feb 19
1 hr 15 min
Summary
Justyna Kelley is a "Nashville-by-way of France" recording artist, producer, songwriter, actress, and a whole bunch of other stuff!
In this conversation, Justyna and Blake discuss her background in music, her work as a producer, and her love for different genres. Justyna shares her experiences growing up in Nashville and being surrounded by country music. She also talks about her journey as a musician and how she ended up living in Paris.
Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of putting oneself out there and finding your people. She also shares stories about her guitars.
Later in the conversation, Eddie joins the chat to discuss Steve Cropper's guitars, how Justyna and himself work together, and a whole lot more! including writing from titles and finding sources of inspiration. They also share their experiences with song ideas coming from dreams and the importance of using the mighty voice memo app!
You are going to like this one!
Check out Justyna's website HERE: https://www.justynakelley.com/
Give her a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/justynakelley
If you'd like to work with Eddie and Justyna check out their website HERE: https://www.eddieandjusty.com/
Takeaways
Writing from titles can be a methodical approach to songwriting.
Song ideas coming from dreams
Having a simple rig and a few versatile electric guitars can be effective for live performances.
Working in TV and film can involve writing music specifically tailored to the project.
Sometimes a change of scenery is what you need.
Cheese pizza and bacon cheeseburger pizza. We'll leave it at that.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
07:25
Working in the Studio
11:19
Understanding the Role of a Producer
13:46
The Joy of Collaborative Music Making
15:11
Early Musical Influences
22:26
Exploring Different Genres
25:37
Living in Paris and the Influence of Travel
30:16
Favorite Guitars and Songwriting
33:25
The Significance of Instruments
34:12
Tom Waits Story
35:16
Personal Writing Process
36:39
Writing from Titles
37:12
Methodical Approach to Songwriting
37:25
Finding Inspiration
38:11
Song Ideas in Dreams
39:33
Using Voice Memos
40:28
The Importance of The Voice Memo App
44:46
Justyna's Personal Rig
45:45
Electric Guitars
52:26
Working in TV and Film
57:03
Justyna's Music and Album
58:54
Favorite Boss Pedal
01:00:46
Favorite Kind of Pizza
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Feb 12
1 hr 10 min
Summary
In this episode, host Blake Wyland interviews John Dyer Baizley from the band Baroness. They discuss the band's touring rig and guitar setup, the importance of band chemistry, and the role of the song and audience in live performances. John also shares insights into the band's intuitive approach to songwriting and the exploration of ideas that don't fit the band's sound. Additionally, they touch on John's visual artistry and his influences as an artist.
Custom Rickenbackers, favorite BOSS Pedals, and of course pizza are the topics of the day! You are going to enjoy this!
Takeaways
Band chemistry is crucial for creating a balanced and dynamic live performance.
The role of each band member is to support and enhance the overall sound, rather than seeking individual attention.
The band's writing process is a combination of structured and intuitive approaches, allowing for creative exploration and discovery.
Trusting instincts and embracing creativity without overthinking can lead to unique and exciting musical moments.
John's visual artistry is influenced by a variety of artists and mediums, and he continues to explore and evolve as an artist.
Trying different pizzerias around the world can be a fun and delicious experience.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Touring
02:06
Touring Rig and Guitar Setup
05:00
Custom-Built Rickenbacker
06:29
Finding the Right Gear
08:54
Balancing Tonal Characteristics
11:48
The Importance of Band Chemistry
13:38
Supporting Each Other as Band Members
16:32
The Role of the Song and Audience in Live Performances
19:06
Creating Dynamic Performances
21:33
The Evolution of the Band's Writing Process
23:20
The Intuitive Approach to Songwriting
25:13
Trusting Instincts over Intelligence
27:31
Exploring Ideas that Don't Fit the Band
32:17
John's Visual Artistry
37:20
Influences and Artistic Journey
48:26
John's Five Influences
52:26
Closing Remarks
54:35
Favorite Kind of Pizza
55:22
Exploring Pizzerias Around the World
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Feb 5
1 hr 2 min
Nick Loux is a musician out of Kansas City who is best known for being a HUGE part of the widely popular JHS Show on YouTube. You've seen him, you've heard him play, but do you know his story?
I certainly didn't! So I figured I should get him on the podcast to find out just exactly how he became a part of one of the most popular guitar gear channels on the World Wide Web! Let's just say that Jack Black was definitely involved.
Check out Nick's music HERE: https://linktr.ee/nickloux
Check out The JHS Show HERE: https://thejhsshow.com/
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Jan 30
1 hr 13 min
Have you ever heard of ANYONE hitting the road and visiting basically every single guitar store in the United States? Few have done it, and even fewer have done it for a guitar accessories brand.
But Charlton Moore of Franklin Strap has, and his efforts were a large part of the reason that Franklin Strap & Glider Capo is carried in well over 1000 retailers across North America. (And the world at this point.)
We dive into how he did this under the tutelage of the late, great Greg Bennett, his classical music schooling, writing 300+ songs a year, and a whole lot more!
Check out Franklin's wares at their website HERE: https://franklinstrap.com/
Give Charlton a follow and check out his music on his Instagram https://www.instagram.com/c_mozie
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Jan 22
1 hr 39 min
Are we currently at a place where we can talk about "the old days" of The Internet? Are blogs cool again? Is Generation Y going to flock to the written word? Which Batman is the scariest Batman?
My good buddy, published writer, guitarist, gear enthusiast, and YouTuber Jason Mays of Working Class Music has returned to the podcast to talk about all of this and a whole lot more!
Check out Jason's new YouTube channel HERE > https://www.youtube.com/@JasonTMays
Check out Working Class Music HERE > https://www.youtube.com/@WorkingClassMusic
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Jan 15
1 hr 29 min
Klon. There are few words in the guitar world that will get guitarists clamoring, foaming at the mouth, or shouting hysterically like the word Klon. (I'll let you decide if that is a negative or a positive in your own mind.)
So much so that even the best clones of the legendary circuit can send folks right into a frenzy. And if those clones are using some of the same hard-to-source components as the original? Well, people lose their almost as hard as they do over an original!
My buddies over at Wampler Pedals had just that happen at the end of last year with the Germanium Tumnus release, and I invited my buddy/co-host Richard Oliver (a man of many hats at Wampler) on the podcast to discuss just that.
Let's get into it!
Need a website? Why not have Richard make you one? Check his company out HERE https://amplify-creative.com/
Give Richard a follow on his Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/olly_1975
Check out the Wampler Pedals website: https://www.wamplerpedals.com/
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Jan 8
1 hr 10 min
It is officially a tradition now! My dude Dewey from the Peer Pleasure Podcast is back on for our annual Year In Review.
We dive right in and discuss the WEIRDEST things that happened while we were recording the podcast this year, and trust me when I say there are some really, really weird things that guests have done while recording.
Squirrels, clock mechanics, "hitting them where they ain't" and well... I don't want to spoil it. This is a good one.
Make sure you check out Dewey's show Peer Pleasure Podcast wherever you listen to this one!
Check out our 30 Day Guitar Challenge HERE https://stringjoy.com/30-day-guitar-challenge/
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Jan 2
1 hr 19 min
Randall Taylor (better known as Amulets) is a Portland based musician who is well known for his very unique approach to ambient/post rock. He records to tape loops and manually manipulates the loops in real time while playing guitar. Its a fascinating process and produces textures unlike anything you've ever heard.
He's also a super cool and fascinating dude! We had an excellent chat and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Dive on in!
Check him out on his website HERE: http://www.amuletsmusic.com/
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Dec 26, 2023
1 hr 17 min
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