The Riffhard Podcast

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The Riffhard Podcast

The Riffhard Podcast, Eyal Levi goes in depth with the best guitarists in metal. These are the conversations you always wished you could hear with your guitar heroes.

  1. AD INFINITUM (Adrian Thessenvitz) | EP 175

    5 DAYS AGO

    AD INFINITUM (Adrian Thessenvitz) | EP 175

    Adrian Thessenvitz, guitarist of Ad Infinitum, joins Eyal on the Riffhard Podcast. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Adrian Thessenvitz Discusses New Album "Abyss" 00:03:20 Crafting Emotion in Music Production 00:17:11 Handling Guitar Recording Challenges 00:20:36 Collaboration Strategies 00:31:23 Navigating a Musician's Career in the Modern Era 00:38:22 Evolving Dynamics in Heavy Music 00:45:27 The Influence of Jazz and Musical Intelligence 00:49:03 Discovering the Path to Jazz and Fusion Guitar 00:52:52 Experience at Music School 00:56:23 Building Your Network in Music Education SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    57 min
  2. DAATH (Rafael Trujillo) | EP 174

    NOV 6

    DAATH (Rafael Trujillo) | EP 174

    Rafael Trujillo, lead guitarist of Daath, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Introduction to Rafael Trujillo 00:03:19 Creating Guitar Exercises for Social Media 00:13:22 Optimal Practice Duration for Guitar Techniques 00:25:52 Managing Distractions and Productivity Strategies 00:34:55 Efficient Guitar Practice Routine for Touring Musicians 00:38:30 Overcoming Challenging Guitar Techniques 00:41:35 Preparing for a Tour: Timing and Practice Strategies 00:44:46 Mastering Hybrid Picking: Techniques and Challenges SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    52 min
  3. SWALLOW THE SUN (Juha Raivio) | EP 173

    OCT 30

    SWALLOW THE SUN (Juha Raivio) | EP 173

    Juha Raivio, guitarist of Swallow The Sun, joins Eyal on the Riffhard Podcast. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:02:57 Choosing a New Producer for the Album 00:05:52 Guitar Lessons from Elite Players 00:11:13 Techniques for Mixing Bass in Metal Music 00:17:10 The Raw Essence of Black Metal and Its Misconceptions 00:19:41 Criticisms of Doom and Black Metal Culture 00:30:59 The Intersection of Music and Business 00:36:05 Rediscovering a Passion for Music After a Break 00:39:18 Choosing the Right Vocal Producer for Metal Bands 00:42:34 Taking Risks in Music and Personal Growth SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    45 min
  4. RYAN J. DOWNEY | EP 172

    OCT 23

    RYAN J. DOWNEY | EP 172

    Ryan J. Downey is a multi-talented journalist, producer, and host whose work has spanned major outlets like MTV News, Billboard, and The Hollywood Reporter. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 Inside the Entertainment Industry with Ryan Downey 00:03:49 The Value of Podcasting for Meaningful Connections 00:12:27 How Annoying Contact Methods Destroy Opportunities 00:14:56 Crafting Effective Pitch Emails 00:18:45 The Evolution of LinkedIn as a Dominating Platform 00:22:21 Building Your Band Before Seeking Management 00:25:52 Importance of Spotify Metrics for Musicians 00:32:36 The Importance of Traditional Album Sales in Rock and Metal 00:36:09 Social Media Impact on Band Popularity 00:39:40 Misleading Headlines in Music News 00:43:27 Ghost's Heavy Metal Film Success 00:54:42 The Future of Ice Nine Kills SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    58 min
  5. MAKE THEM SUFFER (Nick McLernon) | EP 171

    OCT 16

    MAKE THEM SUFFER (Nick McLernon) | EP 171

    Nick McLernon, guitarist of Make Them Suffer, joins Eyal on the Riffhard Podcast. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:03:39 Overcoming Geographic Challenges as a Band 00:11:09 Record Deals and Music Distribution 00:23:22 Hidden Demo Versions in Albums 00:27:04 Transitioning from Six to Seven-String Guitars 00:35:03 Guitar String Gauge and Sound Quality 00:43:12 Discovering Low Tuning on Custom Guitars 00:51:18 Challenges in Translating Musical Ideas into Recordings 00:58:44 Starting Music Training at Different Ages SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    1h 3m
  6. STEVE STINE (Guitar Zoom) | EP 170

    OCT 10

    STEVE STINE (Guitar Zoom) | EP 170

    Steve Stine is a guitarist known for his huge YouTube channel and online lesson platform, Guitar Zoom. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:04:15 Importance of Theory in Guitar Learning 00:07:58 Creating Quality Demos for Your Band 00:15:48 Effective Guitar Practice Strategies 00:27:30 Teaching Guitar in the '90s: The Nirvana Craze 00:38:57 Joe Satriani and the Pressure to Sound Like Eddie Van Halen 00:42:29 Mastering Solos: Techniques & Approaches 00:46:20 Embracing Opportunities and Stepping Out of Comfort Zones 00:50:03 Navigating Memorization in Diverse Music Gigs 00:54:08 The Reality of Music Making vs. Idealism 00:58:08 Finding Compatible Band Members SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    1h 2m
  7. SEVEN HOURS AFTER VIOLET (Shavo Odadjian & Morgoth) | EP 169

    SEP 27

    SEVEN HOURS AFTER VIOLET (Shavo Odadjian & Morgoth) | EP 169

    Shavo Odadjian (System of a Down) and Morgoth (Producer, Winds of Plague) join Eyal on the Riffhard Podcast to discuss "Seven Hours After Violet," their new metal supergroup. Their debut record is set to be released on October 11, 2024. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:02:52 Writing Session Differences Between SHAV and SOAD 00:11:42 Morgoth's Role as Producer with "Seven Hours After Violet" 00:23:29 Evolution of Modern Band Production Techniques 00:28:02 Formation of a Metal Supergroup 00:34:47 The Album's Layered Vibes and Favorite Tracks 00:47:51 Korn's Unique Metal Influences 00:54:39 Creative Control in Music Production SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    1h 2m
  8. THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER (Ryan Knight) | EP 168

    SEP 11

    THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER (Ryan Knight) | EP 168

    Ryan Knight, guitarist of The Black Dahlia Murder, joins Eyal on the Riffhard Podcast. The Black Dahlia Murder's new album "Servitude" comes out on September 27th, 2024. Riffhard is the world's best online school for metal guitarists, with hundreds of lessons from Animals As Leaders, Jason Richardson, Archspire, Revocation, Intervals and more. Learn more at https://riffhard.com IN THIS EPISODE: 00:10:53 - Fear of Commitment in Creativity 00:26:47 - Encouraging Musical Pursuits in Children 00:37:00 - Daily Practice Routine Approach 00:46:58 - Understanding Jason Richardson's Practice Routine 00:57:35 - Sharing Guitar Solos and Learning Techniques 01:03:14 - Simplifying Guitar Solos 01:08:37 - Dividing Songwriting Roles 01:13:43 - The Role of Music Theory in Songwriting 01:18:38 - Vibrato Mastery in Guitar Playing SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/RIFFHARDPODCAST LISTEN ON SPOTIFY AND APPLE: https://spoti.fi/3orTur3 https://apple.co/3BROI9t FOLLOW EYAL & RIFFHARD: https://www.instagram.com/eyalleviurmaudio/ https://www.instagram.com/weriffhard/ WEBSITES: https://riffhardpodcast.com https://riffhard.com

    1h 24m
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The Riffhard Podcast, Eyal Levi goes in depth with the best guitarists in metal. These are the conversations you always wished you could hear with your guitar heroes.

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  • Creator
    Riffhard
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Riffhard
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