Franklin's A Evolution of Music

Franklin's

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2414522/support All things starting a musical band. From garage to stage getting your band going and beyond.Interviews with musician's, Producers, club owners, recording artist's and others in field of recording or performing.Discussions on pitfalls to avoid and what works from personal and other's experiences.Please text us your email so we can keep you up to date. We will not share your information with anyone.https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com franklinsgaragetostage@proton.me https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage https://buymeacoffee.com/Fgts  

Episodes

  1. Jul 15

    How Loser And Bay Of Pigs Keep Gigging

    Want free swag? Send us a comment - we will respond https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com Video episode link below https://linktr.ee/loserukband https://riverside.com/shared/exported-clip/f7cc9ca43ccec55ba20f We catch Loser and Bay Of Pigs right before soundcheck to talk gig life, new music, and what it takes to keep bands moving through lineup changes and hard lessons on stage. We also dig into AI music fears, why authenticity matters from the album cover to the final mix, and how listeners can support real musicians.  • their show schedule and what it takes to play consistent gigs  • the night’s bill with Bay Of Pigs, TBK Muzak, and Jar Of Lies  • who’s in each band and how the projects overlap  • Bay Of Pigs’ thrash roots and the push toward more originals  • learning vocals, improving musicianship, and earning confidence live  • adapting to lineup changes and keeping the vibe positive  • gear talk, including drums, pedals, and a Lemmy-style custom bass build  • AI music generation, Spotify pressure, and why live music still matters  • the album cover lesson: avoiding visuals that make the music feel fake  • UK release workflow with PRS, PPL, and distribution through DistroKid  • onstage “oh shit” moments from forgotten lyrics to broken hardware  Please do support our show. It doesn't cost much money, and you can cancel it anytime, but please do support us.  Please, if you're feeling the urge, at least leave a comment and tell us how we're doing or what we could do to improve.  Pre-roll tune is band Jenner Mid-roll is band Trouble Post-roll music is us band Monollith Tom`s pedalsA great show which features effect pedals. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show https://fgts4u.org Thank you and please visit our social medial sites to leave feedback and or support our project. https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage

  2. Jun 19

    OH SHIT - Show finale before revamping

    Want free swag? Send us a comment - we will respond https://www.buzzsprout.com/2414522/support https://fgts4u.org https://open.spotify.com/episode/7i2D9HCLujo9yyXiMcmUiz?si=MHIB54jkQeuiAxSWA7sG9Q We’re wrapping up our current era with a rapid-fire collection of unforgettable “oh shit” gig moments from musicians everywhere, plus a few of our own. We also explain why we’re renaming and revamping the show into “Franklin’s A Evolution Of Music” and what listeners can expect next.  • rebrand plans and why the format needs new energy  • listener-submitted gig disasters from churches clubs and festivals  • power problems abroad plus bad grounding and shocking microphones  • drum riser chaos and how bandmates save the night  • soundcheck mistakes and the risk of open stage mics  • real safety scares like carbon monoxide and electrical explosions  • crowd collisions and accidental hits during big stage moves  • guest “oh shit” highlights including in-ear monitor problems and stage failures  Please do click on that support link. It only costs you three bucks.  Leave us a comment.  Why not put your own your own oh shit moment on there? Pre-roll tune is band Jenner Mid-roll is band Trouble Post-roll music is us band Monollith Support the show https://fgts4u.org Thank you and please visit our social medial sites to leave feedback and or support our project. https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage

  3. May 26

    How Dustbolt Keeps Thrash Metal Alive

    Want free swag? Send us a comment - we will respond https://buymeacoffee.com/fgts https://dustbolt.com Thrash metal doesn’t survive on playlists alone, it survives when people actually show up for each other. We sit down with Lenny Bruce, vocalist and rhythm guitarist of German thrash metal band Dustbolt, to dig into how a group of kids from a small town in Bavaria turned a teenage basement dream into real tours, real records, and a mission to make thrash matter to younger fans. We talk about the idea behind “Thrash Is Back” and why it’s bigger than a tour name. Lenny breaks down the role of community in heavy music: local shows, DIY ethics, friendships that last, and how social media can be used to connect the scene instead of turning every artist into a numbers-obsessed brand. He also shares what it’s like keeping the same core lineup together since they were around 13, including the conflicts that come with being “married” to your bandmates for nearly two decades. Then we get brutally honest about the modern live music economy. Post-pandemic costs, ticket-sale pressure, and venues booking whatever’s trending can make it harder for rock and metal bands to grow the old way. Lenny explains why Germany still has hope thanks to fan-driven festivals and why he believes the hunger for real, analog live shows is coming back as everything else gets more digital. Plus: wild tour stories, the near-disaster first US run with Obituary, Exodus, and Power Trip, and how Dustbolt went fully independent recording, producing, and shooting videos with friends. We also dig into their newer music, including “Fire In Your Eyes,” and what they’re planning next. If you’re into thrash metal, DIY music, and the reality of touring in 2026, hit subscribe, share this with a metalhead friend, and leave us a review so more listeners can find the show. Pre-roll tune is band Jenner Mid-roll is band Trouble Post-roll music is us band Monollith Support the show https://fgts4u.org Thank you and please visit our social medial sites to leave feedback and or support our project. https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage

  4. May 14

    Alexandra Lioness

    Want free swag? Send us a comment - we will respond https://open.spotify.com/episode/4DdMzN4g9P2nrk3Drhkfih?si=56407e3d65ba4e83 https://www.alexandralioness.com/ https://buymeacoffee.com/Fgts A lot of musicians say they’d drop everything to chase music full-time. Alexandra Lioness actually did it and she’s honest about the price, the payoff, and the messy middle. From Belgrade, Serbia, she built Jenner from the ground up, shifted from bass to guitar, stepped into vocals, and learned how to carry a heavy metal band when you’re also the songwriter, band manager, booking brain, and the one doing the social media. We dig into the practical side of a modern metal career: how to balance multiple bands with different commitment levels, how home recording and reamping can keep releases sounding pro, and why “every two years like clockwork” isn’t realistic for most independent artists. Alexandra also breaks down how her social media growth started during COVID, why consistency matters more than one viral clip, and what it really takes to earn brand attention as a guitarist. Then it gets real. She talks burnout, self-criticism, and the pressure of being the person responsible for everything. We also get the unforgettable touring stories: first shows with in-ear monitors and click tracks, volume disasters, silent mixes, and the kind of onstage chaos that tests whether you can stay calm and keep the crowd with you. Finally, Alexandra opens up about identity and reinvention, including graduating medical school, realizing it wasn’t her path, and channeling that transition into a deeply personal solo project that stretches beyond thrash and heavy metal into progressive and piano-driven emotion. If you care about heavy metal, female guitarists, touring life, songwriting, or building a sustainable music career, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with a musician friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway. Pre-roll tune is band Jenner Mid-roll is band Trouble Post-roll music is us band Monollith Tom`s pedalsA great show which features effect pedals. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show https://fgts4u.org Thank you and please visit our social medial sites to leave feedback and or support our project. https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage

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https://www.buzzsprout.com/2414522/support All things starting a musical band. From garage to stage getting your band going and beyond.Interviews with musician's, Producers, club owners, recording artist's and others in field of recording or performing.Discussions on pitfalls to avoid and what works from personal and other's experiences.Please text us your email so we can keep you up to date. We will not share your information with anyone.https://franklinsgaragetostage.buzzsprout.com franklinsgaragetostage@proton.me https://allmylinks.com/franklinsgaragetostage https://buymeacoffee.com/Fgts