32 episodes

IDIOTS WITH INSTRUMENTS is a podcast that follows RED HOT REBELLION as they write, record, and release new music while interviewing musicians, producers, songwriters, and music industry professionals to gain insight into their own unique processes. Each episode is an insider peek into one band's manic creation process as they go from simple guitar riffs and chord progressions to epic rock n roll anthems. The interviews are conversations with industry pros geared towards musicians of all levels looking for tips on honing their craft as well as music fans curious about the creative process.

Idiots With Instruments Jimmy Thrillwell

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    • 5.0 • 9 Ratings

IDIOTS WITH INSTRUMENTS is a podcast that follows RED HOT REBELLION as they write, record, and release new music while interviewing musicians, producers, songwriters, and music industry professionals to gain insight into their own unique processes. Each episode is an insider peek into one band's manic creation process as they go from simple guitar riffs and chord progressions to epic rock n roll anthems. The interviews are conversations with industry pros geared towards musicians of all levels looking for tips on honing their craft as well as music fans curious about the creative process.

    Demystifying the Dark Arts of Audio Mastering. Interview with DAN COUTANT!

    Demystifying the Dark Arts of Audio Mastering. Interview with DAN COUTANT!

    Joining us today is Dan Coutant, owner of Sun Room Audio, a world-class audio mastering studio located in New Windsor, NY. For over a decade Dan has worked with band and labels from around the world to produce amazing polished music. His studio is purpose-built specifically for mastering and critical listening and his focus on excellence and customer care is second to none.

    He is a true sorcerer of sound and a super nice fella.

    • 50 min
    How (Not) To Conduct Yourself at Band Practice

    How (Not) To Conduct Yourself at Band Practice

    Today is a very special episode. We are airing an uncut practice session to show you how easy it is to get distracted and spend your time working on nonsense.

    But, don't "get it twisted" as the kids say...Do they still say that? Who cares. The main message here is is: IF IT AIN'T FUN, DON'T DO IT.

    • 1 hr 18 min
    How to Become a 6-Figure Song Writer. Interview with SONNET SIMMONS!

    How to Become a 6-Figure Song Writer. Interview with SONNET SIMMONS!

    Today we have the extreme pleasure of talking with Sonnet Simmons, award-winning singer/songwriter, vocal coach and Vice President of CATCH THE MOON MUSIC LLC. She also runs 6FigureSongWriter.com, an extensive training suite where you can learn everything there is to know about writing music for sync and licensing!

    • 29 min
    How to Use a Music Licensing Agency to Make More Money. Interview with CHRIS ALBRIGHT!

    How to Use a Music Licensing Agency to Make More Money. Interview with CHRIS ALBRIGHT!

    Joining us today is Chris Albright, Licensing and Supervision dude at Audiosocket. For those of you unfamiliar, Audiosocket is a music licensing company that gives media creators a way to quickly discover and license music. Before working at Audiosocket, Chris worked for the infamous record label, Victory Records as the music licensing and publishing specialist. He has a deep knowledge of the dark art of placing music in media and has experience with all the aspects of music publishing and licensing.

    • 33 min
    How to Make a Living as a Musician. Interview with Chris Aiken of STRUNG OUT!

    How to Make a Living as a Musician. Interview with Chris Aiken of STRUNG OUT!

    Andris is Poom-less as we speak to Chris Aiken, our new bestest pal, and bass-player of STRUNG OUT!
    Chris is super awesome and talks at length about his love for music, his career, and how he's found a fulfilling side hustle while on tour: giving lessons to fans! It's endlessly fascinating and a super good idea! You should do it too!

    • 1 hr 15 min
    How To Pivot Your Band Strategy and Rock Out With Your Corporate Buzzwords Out

    How To Pivot Your Band Strategy and Rock Out With Your Corporate Buzzwords Out

    This episode starts with some crazy news: Andris shaved his poom and is now the co-bassist of Strung Out. Crazy, right? We do some more jamming then, we talk about THE GREAT PIVOT. Much like a nimble Silicon Valley startup, Red Hot Rebellion prides itself on being able to change strategies when the market and the mood strikes us. Paradigm shifts, synergy, disrupting, MVPs, and cheese-moving abound!

    • 46 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
9 Ratings

9 Ratings

Blindtonedeaf ,

Informative and fun!

I’m learning a lot from this podcast. It’s pretty funny and the introductions of the guests are top notch!

ETPD ,

Surprisingly entertaining

Surprisingly entertaining banter from three weirdos and their interesting guests.

The Big Gaber ,

Idiots!

These guys are idiots. I like it.

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