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Refreshments & Rapport with Train's Matt Musty Gig Gab - The Working Musicians' Podcast
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In the latest episode of Gig Gab, Matt Musty, a seasoned pro known for his work with Train, Grace Potter, and others, joins Dave Hamilton to share invaluable insights into the diverse roles a musician can play—be it a team player in a band setting or a versatile session artist. Emphasizing the need to adapt, whether grooving to the iconic beats of “Drops of Jupiter” or navigating the unique demands of various venues like Blossom in Cleveland and Tanglewood in Massachusetts, Musty illustrates the essence of “Always Be Performing”. He stresses the importance of context, from the dynamics of performing live to understanding the subtleties of venue acoustics and audience vibes.
Navigating the complexities of tour life, including Matt’s time on the road with Jake Clemons on the S.S. Tina Turner bus, unveils a layer of touring rarely discussed— the social dynamics and unspoken rules like those governing the guest list. Tips from life on the road with musicians like Kacey Musgraves and interactions on the Grace Potter tour delve into the personal journeys artists undertake, blending professional commitments with personal evolution. Whether discussing the technical nuances of in-ear monitors or sharing a laugh about the quirks of tour bus life, the underlying mantra remains clear: wherever you are, and whatever you’re doing, “Always Be Performing”.
00:00:00 Gig Gab 426 – Monday, April 22nd, 2024
April 22nd: National Jellybean Day
00:01:20 Guest Co-host: Matt Musty from Train (and everywhere else!)
The epitome of the Working Musician. Train, Grace Potter, Keith Urban, Dhani Harrison, Gwen Stefani, Smash Mouth, and countless others.
00:03:14 Know which hat you’re putting on
A Creative Partnership
Shutting Up And Doing The Job
A Tool in Someone’s Toolkit
The Freedom with the click…and with session work
00:08:01 Playing “Drops of Jupiter” live
00:09:43 Honoring Neil Peart
00:12:09 Singers: You are in Missouri (not Kansas!)
00:12:39 Vet your tattoos with reverse image
00:14:27 Distinguishing Features of Venues
Blossom in Cleveland
Tanglewood in Massachusetts
Woodlands in Houston
Great Woods
Meadowbrook in Gilford, NH
00:20:07 Woodwork Day
00:21:22 The Unspoken Rules of The Guest List
00:27:55 On The Road with Jake Clemons in the S.S. Tina Turner
“If Your Bus Has a Name, Something’s Up”
Hypnotic Clambake’s “Unba”
Refreshments & Rapport
00:35:50 Tips from The Road
Kacey Musgraves Guitarist
Valley Famous Band with Jeff Babko
“No One’s Calling Me ‘Sir’”
Two Months with Train
The Importance of The Hang
00:42:33 Master Tour
Business Brain
00:44:04 Who is “Ali”?
Resynator Movie
00:45:51 Grace Potter Tour…leads to Romance!
00:50:29 In-Ear Therapy
In the latest episode of Gig Gab, Matt Musty, a seasoned pro known for his work with Train, Grace Potter, and others, joins Dave Hamilton to share invaluable insights into the diverse roles a musician can play—be it a team player in a band setting or a versatile session artist. Emphasizing the need to adapt, whether grooving to the iconic beats of “Drops of Jupiter” or navigating the unique demands of various venues like Blossom in Cleveland and Tanglewood in Massachusetts, Musty illustrates the essence of “Always Be Performing”. He stresses the importance of context, from the dynamics of performing live to understanding the subtleties of venue acoustics and audience vibes.
Navigating the complexities of tour life, including Matt’s time on the road with Jake Clemons on the S.S. Tina Turner bus, unveils a layer of touring rarely discussed— the social dynamics and unspoken rules like those governing the guest list. Tips from life on the road with musicians like Kacey Musgraves and interactions on the Grace Potter tour delve into the personal journeys artists undertake, blending professional commitments with personal evolution. Whether discussing the technical nuances of in-ear monitors or sharing a laugh about the quirks of tour bus life, the underlying mantra remains clear: wherever you are, and whatever you’re doing, “Always Be Performing”.
00:00:00 Gig Gab 426 – Monday, April 22nd, 2024
April 22nd: National Jellybean Day
00:01:20 Guest Co-host: Matt Musty from Train (and everywhere else!)
The epitome of the Working Musician. Train, Grace Potter, Keith Urban, Dhani Harrison, Gwen Stefani, Smash Mouth, and countless others.
00:03:14 Know which hat you’re putting on
A Creative Partnership
Shutting Up And Doing The Job
A Tool in Someone’s Toolkit
The Freedom with the click…and with session work
00:08:01 Playing “Drops of Jupiter” live
00:09:43 Honoring Neil Peart
00:12:09 Singers: You are in Missouri (not Kansas!)
00:12:39 Vet your tattoos with reverse image
00:14:27 Distinguishing Features of Venues
Blossom in Cleveland
Tanglewood in Massachusetts
Woodlands in Houston
Great Woods
Meadowbrook in Gilford, NH
00:20:07 Woodwork Day
00:21:22 The Unspoken Rules of The Guest List
00:27:55 On The Road with Jake Clemons in the S.S. Tina Turner
“If Your Bus Has a Name, Something’s Up”
Hypnotic Clambake’s “Unba”
Refreshments & Rapport
00:35:50 Tips from The Road
Kacey Musgraves Guitarist
Valley Famous Band with Jeff Babko
“No One’s Calling Me ‘Sir’”
Two Months with Train
The Importance of The Hang
00:42:33 Master Tour
Business Brain
00:44:04 Who is “Ali”?
Resynator Movie
00:45:51 Grace Potter Tour…leads to Romance!
00:50:29 In-Ear Therapy
1h 6 min