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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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WES HAUCH | ALLUVIAL (The Church Of Guitar, Metallica, and Neuralink) w/ Spiro Dussias
Wes Hauch of Alluvial joins Eyal Levi and guest co-host Spiro Dussias.
00:00:00 - Introduction to the Riffhard Podcast with guest Wes Hauch
00:03:14 - Cultivating Consistency in Technique Development
00:07:05 - Mastering the Art of Project Completion
00:10:37 - Navigating the Demand for Continuous Music Releases
00:18:00 - Examining Metallica's Impact on the Musical Landscape
00:25:22 - Insights into James Hetfield's Guitar Collection
00:29:04 - Precision in Metal Mixing and Tone Crafting
00:50:31 - Striking a Balance Between Recording and Guitar Proficiency
00:54:03 - Significance of Choosing a Defined Artistic Path
00:57:44 - Evolution of Home Recording and its Revolution
01:08:30 - Attaining Proficiency in Guitar Mechanics
01:15:30 - Contemplating the Dangers of Neuralink and Artistic Integrity
01:22:33 - The Swift Progression of Technological Advancements
01:33:13 - Unraveling the Enigma of Child Prodigies
01:43:30 - Preparing Meticulously for Live Performances
01:46:58 - Anticipating Exciting EP Releases and Tour Announcements
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TANK THE TECH (Reputation Killers, Guitar Tech 101, 7 Min Or Less String Changes, Making $ In Music)
Tank The Tech is a popular YouTuber by night and guitar tech/tour manager by day. His YouTube channel has grown very fast because of how much truth he spits about reality in the music industry.
Chapters:
00:02:06 - The Importance of Knowing Guitar Set-up Basics
00:06:24 - Stepping Into a Guitar Tech Gig
00:08:21 - The Importance of String Height and Maintenance
00:10:33 - The Art of String Changes
00:14:53 - Manual Vs. Automated String Winders
00:18:53 - The Importance of Regular Maintenance
00:21:06 - Reliance on Tuners in Live Performances
00:23:02 - Trusting Tuners Vs Trusting Ears
00:29:26 - Transitioning to Digital Amplifiers
00:37:18 - The Journey to Full-time Guitar Tech
00:41:21 - Learning on the Fly as a Guitar Tech
00:47:17 - Learning Experiences and Swallowing Pride
00:51:43 - The Role of a Guitar Tech
00:53:45 - Effective Communication in the Music Industry
00:55:41 - The Importance of Reputation in the Music Industry
00:59:36 - Treating People With Respect on Tour
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NIZAR OSMANI (Passing The Zakk Wylde Test, Insane Time Management, Desterilizing Music Theory)
Nizar Osmani is a frequent Riffhard collaborator, mastermind guitarist, and ER doctor.
Chapters:
00:11:00 - Getting More Done in Less Time
00:27:34 - the Value of Music and Art Education
00:33:42 - Music Theory and Language Learning
00:41:58 - the Importance of Listening and Interpretation
00:44:03 - Breaking Out of Tendencies With Modal Interchange
00:50:05 - the Creative Process and Musical Influences
00:54:01 - Cover Versions and Licensing Songs
00:58:17 - Recreating Zakk Wylde's Signature Sounds
01:02:20 - Home Recording in Modern Music
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DAVE ELLEFSON & GUILHERME MIRANDA
Dave Ellefson (Ex-Megadeth) and Guilherme Miranda (Ex-Entombed A.D.) play guitar and bass for Dieth.
Chapters:
00:03:28 - The Organic Story of Their Band
00:07:36 - The Beginnings of the Collaboration
00:13:18 - The Writing Process and Recording Techniques
00:20:46 - Composing With Vocals in Mind
00:28:25 - Collaboration and Limitations in Drum Programming
00:32:07 - The Power of Simplicity
00:43:49 - Underutilized Aspects of Guitar and Ideas That Don't Make It
00:47:29 - Revisiting Ideas From the Past
00:49:25 - Creating a Masterful Composition
00:51:27 - The Creative Process and Future Plans
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DOC COYLE & MILES DIMITRI BAKER (Metallica Tour, Fake It Till You Make It, Playing w Ice Nine Kills)
Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves, God Forbid) and Miles Dimitri Baker (Interloper) discuss playing for Ice Nine Kills during their Metallica Stadium Tour.
Chapters:
00:03:42 - Learning Ice Nine Kills Songs Under Pressure
00:07:06 - Burning the Candle at Both Ends
00:13:38 - Overcoming Fear and Taking Opportunities
00:24:28 - The Pressure of Learning Songs for Rehearsals
00:28:12 - Playing With Metallica in Stadiums
00:35:21 - Efficiently Arranging for Three Guitars
00:42:31 - the Importance of Attention to Detail in Music
00:49:58 - Balancing Work and Play
01:00:28 - Adjusting to Life After a Project or Tour
01:11:28 - Giving in to Your Brain's Desires
01:18:33 - the Sacrifices of Pursuing a Career in Music
01:32:30 - the Importance of Being a Team Player
01:40:00 - Navigating the "I Don't Know What I'm Doing" Scenario
01:47:40 - Owning Tough Conversations
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JUSTIN MCKINNEY | The Zenith Passage (Atomic Picking Habits, Cannibal Corpse, Bleeding For Your Art)
Justin McKinney, guitarist for The Zenith Passage joins us to talk about the the tech death guitar life.
Chapters:
00:02:37 - Communication in music production
00:09:44 - Overcoming Demoitis
00:19:25 - Hot Take: Shorter Albums Are Better
00:21:23 - The Importance of Quality over Quantity
00:28:15 - The Evolution of Cannibal Corpse
00:33:00 - Extreme Music for Extreme People
00:35:23 - We Should All Love Gateway Bands
00:42:36 - The Importance of Artists Who Care
00:49:31 - Efficient Picking Techniques
01:01:28 - The Cost of Pursuing Excellence in Music
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Customer Reviews
Great insight from the pro’s in the game
Absolutely love the content from this podcast. It’s awesome to hear about how these artists go about practice, writing music, etc. Wish this was around 20 years ago. It’s definitely helped the way I approach my playing. Just Awesome!!
Good stuff but…
Great show all around. Wish the host would chill out on saying he knows everything. Every time a guest makes a statement, it is usually followed by the host telling them how he knows that already. I mean….maybe he actually knows it all. 🤷♂️
One of my favs
One of my favorite Podcasts and I listen to it every week. Thanks John and Eyal!