Sentimental Illness Rob Leland

Davidavi Dolev is one of my favorite people and closest friends in the world.For those of you that do not know, I was introduced to his band, Subterranean Masquerade via the incredible PR company, Earsplit, a few years back and well... "wow" was the first word out of my mouth. The music, the compositions, and the overall sound is unique and powerful.Vidi and I live half a world apart, but our hearts are connected in an amazing way. We are connected through the spirit of humanity and a heart for the souls of the people of this planet. That's not a joke. We are completely interwoven and it is my great honor to have him return to make another appearance today.All the way from Haifa, Israel. This is my brother from an Israeli mother. A truly electric and wonderous talent.

This is Vidi.

TIME CODES:

6:00 My friend, Davidavi Dolev
8:00 Vidi is the hero of the song
12:00 Two people tangled together
18:00 Meeting my wife in Seattle
23:00 Fun gooey stuff 
29:00 Increasing anxiety in Israel 

31:00 The life story and unexplained death of Zohar Ben-Eli

46:00 The promise of a life of freedom 
51:00 Occam's Razor
57:00 Travels to Moscow 
1:02:00 Why are we so driven to be arrogant?
1:09:00 Written words vs interpreted words
1:14:00 Vidi shares more about Kaballah
1:19:00 Vidi writes my name in Hebrew 
1:24:00 Infected by words and thoughts
1:28:00 Too much negative noise in our heads
1:33:00 Vidi might visit the United States
1:39:00 Drawing what you see in your musical mind
1:44:00 Tone Poems 
1:49:00 Telling a story through melody 
1:53:00 Arguing about who did what and when

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: In 1963, US President JFK says segregation is morally wrong and that it is "time to act" - this opens up a big can of worms because it puts a spotlight on all that's wrong with our assumptions of people over race, religion, or creed. It's the best thing for all but it brings out the worst in people. Look at what it continues to do to our world. We just can't get along. So much hate.

BIRTHDAYS: Richard Strauss (German composer, born in 1864). Born in Munich. This piece of music was heavily criticized at the time for representing philosophy through music.... based on Friedrich Nietzsche's idea of a super person instead of the concept of God.... that mankind was its own god. It's own hero The hero of this book was a prophet named Zarathustra who longed for higher aspirations. To Strauss, it was the idea of music as symbolism for Evolution, which is why Kubrick used it for 2001, a Space Odyssey. It's musical YEARNING. I find it compelling regardless of its place in pop culture or history. It's an intensely lovely piece of music.

ODDITY OF THE WEEK: New research indicates that elephants are even smarter than we previously thought. According to an article in the Associated Press, It turns out that elephants are one of the few mammals that call each other by names. Elephants have names for each other! Besides humans, it's also believed that the other mammals who do this are Dolphins and Parrots, which both make a lot of sense. I think it's much more, though. I think we have wrongly associated the idea of brain size with intelligence. We say that a small brain in a spider for example indicates it's not intelligent to the level a human is, yet it can do things that we can't even comprehend and it does them to a very high degree. Not just that it can spin a web, but in how it does it strategically. We assume it's due to some inner natural tendency, but I believe it's all intelligence, which indicates a creative power. Of course, this leads to a Creator, which is another whole can of fun.

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This interview is dedicated to our mutual friend, Zohar, who lost her life to the struggles associated with mental illness. We miss her with everything we are.br...

Youngy!

Okay now... hang on, because this is a whole other thing.

Matt's legendary Australian hardcore band, King Parrot, has really made waves and strides over the past few years. They've found their way to the biggest stages in the world. Part of that is their connection to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, as the band are on his label, Housecore Records, but also because they might put on the most energetic, hilarious, and outrageous live act I've seen in decades.

I was able to see them last September when they played Seattle and within minutes of taking the stage, the tornado was on full steam. Matt and the band killed it, and the next thing I know it's over and I'm a sweaty mess. A hour whizzed by and I realized that I had grinned ear to ear the entire time. 

Their show is a masterpiece of noise and outrageous energy and the man at the center of the whirlwind is my guest today.

Welcome Matthew (Youngy) Young of King Parrot!

TIME CODES:

2:00 What does Rob want to create for the rest of his life?
5:30 The kind maniac, Matt Young
9:00 The similarities between seasons in Australia and the PNW
13:50 King Parrot is all about the LIVE experience
17:00 Ozzy was the inspiration behind the buckets of water
22:00 Bon Scott was the inspiration behind EVERYTHING else
27:00 National Invisible Day
32:50 The audience confuses the King Parrot message
37:30 Therapy and AA and the message of the Higher Power
42:00 Matt loves loves loves The Kinks
47:00 Wanting to travel outside of Australia
51:00 Playing the big shows with Pantera and Cattle Decapitation
55:45 The best influences in Youngy's life
1:00:00 Being of service to others in professional and personal life
1:05:00 The crazy creative and struggling with self esteem
1:10:00 Overcoming addiction and embracing sobriety
1:15:00 Navigating boundaries
1:16:00 What does Matt dream about?

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: In 1964, the Beatles began their only tour EVER, by playing 2 shows in Denmark. British drummer Jimmie Nicol replaces Ringo Starr (recovering from tonsillitis) for the first five dates. Can you imagine seeing the Beatles... (the BEATLES)... on their only tour and you DON'T get Ringo? Sheesh.

BIRTHDAYS: Angelina Jolie was born today in 1975. Russell Brand born today in 1975.

WEIRD TRIVIA OF THE WEEK:National Invisible day: How many times have you wished to be invisible? The Invisible Day offers us a chance to explore that fantasy, but with a twist that’s more about inner peace than vanishing acts. It’s a day that invites us to step back from our daily grind and find solace in solitude, acknowledging those moments when we all feel a bit unseen or overwhelmed by the demands of a connected world.This special day is celebrated across the United States not just for the playful idea of invisibility but also as a meaningful nod to mental health. Invisible Day supports taking a break to unwind, reflect, and enjoy our own company away from the pressures of social media and work.

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Disclaimer: We had MAJOR technical issues and we had to run it through an A.I. program to clean up the audio. Sorry if we sound weird. Love you, Marco!

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My super talented buddy, Marco Bravi, is here! I had a chance to host Marco on my old show, Rockstar Superhero, a few years back when he was doing press for his band, Virtual Symmetry. We had a great time. He's the Italian apple of my eye and a friend to everyone. Ladies and gentlemen, Marco Bravi!

TIME CODES:

1:00 Midnight Train to Georgia with Gladys Knight
3:00 Reminded that people are the key
6:00 Relatives always look for a different version of you
8:45 Giving grace to others
12:40 Raised in a small town in Italy
16:00 Parents always come from another time
20:00 Going against the current
23:00 Valued for the work we do
26:00 For the sake of art
29:30 Random internet interview encounters
32:40 When the brilliant minds can't stop, which is all the time
35:40 Living as a spectator
39:00 Stepping into who and what we were made for
42:45 Gratitude for receiving a gift
46:00 Taking control of oneself
49:10 Distraction doesn't help one to overcome
53:00 Trust and courage in others before oneself
56:00 Getting the best from Marco today and forward

MONOLOGUE: I've been on a real run with self help books lately. Part of it is that I like getting differing opinions about the nature of man and how an opinion can shape us. That said, what most seem to agree on, is the obvious.... it's about our mental state more than anything. Sure, it's vital that we are in decent health and looking to keep ourselves fit by eating well and getting daily exercise. BUT, the largest focus is always on mental health and acuity. As we all know, everything runs together in tandem, so if you don't feel good, you don't think well, and if you don't think well, chances are you don't feel physically well. That circle... that cycle. Kind of a big deal.

Here's the thing. We all know this, but we keep going as if a life will find health simply by powering through or waiting for something that makes us happy to want to make these changes. Why celebrity self help books? We have this habit of believing celebrities in general... they attract us with their big lifestyles that seem as though they are doing better. The reality of it is that they are still 100% mortal and filled with doubt just like you and I.

The reason I have read THESE last 3 books is that these 3 have done something wildly different than most. They stand out because they are 3 books based around the lives of 3 people who shouldn't have made it, but did.

1) Arnold Schwarzenegger had to get over post Nazi Germany parents, and an accent that wouldn't quit, to find a dream in America.

2) Gary John Bishop was a working class, general contractor, with an interest in helping people unlock their capacity for change.

3) Kevin Hart had to overcome a significant size disadvantage. He wanted to be a basketball player, his dad was a drug addict, and he grew up in a rough and tumble neighborhood.

You have to do the work and you have to go where the work is. Then, you not only have to outwork the competition, but you have to outwork the guy that would hire you. It never gets easy. In fact, the higher you go up the chain, the harder it gets because the expectations get bigger. As Kevin says and he's 100% true, it's not that hard to get where you want to go, but it's super hard to stay there. You never pay your dues. You just get new dues. Nobody is ever at the top, even if the rest of us perceive it as such.

Today is a big one: WORLD HUNGER DAY The day serves as a platform to highlight the harsh reality that many still face food scarcity and poor nutrition, which can lead to severe health problems. World hunger day started in 2011 and serves as a...

Today is Simen Sandnes day and I want to say that I love this man. 

He's one of my favorite people in the world, because when Simen shows up, the world smiles a little brighter. Simen offers so much in the way of inspiration. He's a fantastic drummer, to be sure, but what sets him apart is his never ending desire to love, share kind thoughts, to encourage, and as mentioned in the previous sentence, to inspire. He's a wonder.

I hope you love this show as much as we did sharing the 2 hours together. I hope his gift of love and affection takes you to another space where the world of music and spirit collide.

This is Sentimental Illness.

Time Codes:

4:00 'Unfuck Yourself' by Gary John Bishop
9:40 Ladies and gentlemen, it's Simen Sandnes!
10:50 Peaches in heavy syrup
13:30 You must be a high level player and a good guy
16:25 Trains in Japan
19:00 Lindbergh and Earhart 
22:30 Jeffrey Dahmer
25:50 How one becomes a sociopath 
30:00 Swedish singer Karin Park
31:20 Jørgen Munkeby is the most handsome man in the world
32:30 End of the World day
36:00 Simen is the new drummer for Evergrey. Wow. 
42:00 Lessons at a young age
48:30 Playing drums professionally
54:00 Sleep Token 
59:00 Red Rocks Colorado
1:03:00 The world's best goalkeeper
1:08:45 The discipline and priorities
1:15:00 Born in the north
1:20:00 When the system works against you 
1:25:00 The type of drummer you are
1:30:00 President or Astronaut or Fireman 
1:35:00 Playing every drum and cymbal live
1:40:00 The experience of knowing Simen 
1:46:00 Deserving to be loved

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Copyright 2024 Sentimental Illness - All Rights Reserved

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When the Ukraine fell into war a few years ago, Ruslan was ready. He knows his way around a war and I'm positive he'll find his way through. I believe this with all my heart and so do the animals he supports! Ladies and gentlemen, all the way from Kiev, my buddy and amazing animal humanitarian, Ruslan Babayev!

Time Codes:

2:00 Bonneville let a lot of radio talent go in the Seattle area.
4:00 I listened to Arnold Schwarzeneggar's book, 'Be Useful' 
9:00 Terminal Illness
13:50 Ukrainian animal rights activist, Ruslan Babayev, is my guest
20:50 Nettles aren't a kind plant 
25:00 Ruslan was born in the 1990's
28:45 The beginning of the Russian/Ukrainian war story
32:45 This is where we react to 3 different songs from up and coming artists! Too bad you missed it, but you can always subscribe to the show at Patreon and get the whole thing!
33:00 Playing drums at slow tempos is really hard 
39:00 Ruslan's early years in Ukraine
45:00 When Ruslan tried music as a young man
53:00 What's REALLY happening in the Russian War
59:00 This is a war of cultures
1:06:00 Hoping for a political intervention 
1:12:00 So many soldiers and civilians are dead
1:18:00 Ruslan decided to save animals affected by the war
1:25:00 Why the US news doesn't tell us the war is as bad as it actually is
1:30:00 Playing music can keep a person sane during extreme moments in life

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

Support the show AND watch uncensored FULL LENGTH content here: https://www.patreon.com/thisissentimentalillness

Copyright 2024 Sentimental Illness - All Rights Reserved

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sentimental-illness--6163498/support.

I love Josiah James. I have been a fan of Josiah's for a number of years.... fortunate to have met him way back in 2012, when he was touring his music around the country, driving his old Prius and playing at churches.  He's had quite the career, both as a solo artist and as a songwriter for others. I'm sure you've heard his work and today we'll get a chance to dig a little deeper into the man, who he's working with (if at all) and what his plans are for the future.  This is all to say, I don't know exactly what Josiah is moving towards, but I think we can both agree it's to the light. 

Always towards the light....

Ladies and gentlemen, my buddy from the outskirts of Sacramento, California, and singer of songs that hit the heart like an anthem to forever.... this is Josiah James.

TIME CODES:

1:45 Monologue about Rob's neck and weird dreams
8:00 Our guest, Josiah James Meeker
13:45 Legos, Lincoln Logs, and Tinker Toys
19:00 Thriving where you're at
24:50 A take on trivia and history

29:00 This is the part that has been removed due to copyright reasons, but if you want to hear this section as well as other missing bits, you can subscribe to our show at Patreon. Link below!

30:00 Moderate shredding!
35:00 What helped Josiah through his hard times
40:00 What makes each of us different
46:00 When self harm becomes real
50:00 When Rob broke his hand
55:00 Touring music around the country
1:00:00 When your pastor is a metalhead
1:04:00 People need to be loved regardless of disparate belief systems
1:09:45 Keeping faith close to the chest
1:14:00 Find your family and love them regardless of differences
1:20:00 Food network influenced Josiah's future in food service
1:24:00 Getting that Michelin Star

MONOLOGUE: 

Okay, had a long night. Not gonna exaggerate, but yeah.... it was a rough one. I did something to my neck last night and it kept me up all night.  Ended up having an insane dream that I won't really share with you because it'd be boring, but let me say something.

I've heard over the years that God talks to you through dreams.  I have had some really compelling memorable dreams that have excited and terrified me. Some of you have heard the stories.  In fact, years ago, I shared a very vivid dream I had with Seattle radio legend Spike O'neill about the end of the world and I can still see it in my head.  

Well... last night, I had a dream where I was with friends, riding in a helicopter and the pilot didn't know what she was doing.  We ended up crash landing, but survived (duh, it's a dream).... after the crash, I noticed we were near a friend's house.  We went over... this guy is super famous.. .i mean like Beatles famous, and he's got a house full of guests, but he's also doing renovation work, so the house is in shambles in most rooms.  As I wandered around, I noticed that I could never quite catch up to my famous friend and his friends, but when I got close, I would see them look at me from a distance, then duck into the next room... this happened over and over.

When I woke, it occurred to me that my dream was that I know these guys who are super famous, wealthy and successful in the worlds, and MY eyes, but I was never actually in the group.... meaning I was invited into the home, but never to the actual table.  

It made me think about friendships and how we assume people feel differently about us than we do about them.  It also made me think who do I really know and do they really know me?  Do they care?  Am I that overwhelming a personality that people will allow me into their world, but never care about me?  Is it all in my head?  Should it matter?

How does God feel about me?  Am I invited to that table?  Lots to ponder.

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