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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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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.

    WES HAUCH | ALLUVIAL (The Church Of Guitar, Metallica, and Neuralink) w/ Spiro Dussias

    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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    • 1 hr 47 min
    TANK THE TECH (Reputation Killers, Guitar Tech 101, 7 Min Or Less String Changes, Making $ In Music)

    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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    • 1 hr 1 min
    NIZAR OSMANI (Passing The Zakk Wylde Test, Insane Time Management, Desterilizing Music Theory)

    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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    • 1 hr 3 min
    DAVE ELLEFSON & GUILHERME MIRANDA

    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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    • 57 min
    DOC COYLE & MILES DIMITRI BAKER (Metallica Tour, Fake It Till You Make It, Playing w Ice Nine Kills)

    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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    • 1 hr 48 min
    JUSTIN MCKINNEY | The Zenith Passage (Atomic Picking Habits, Cannibal Corpse, Bleeding For Your Art)

    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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    • 1 hr 11 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
167 Ratings

167 Ratings

JC@815 ,

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!!

Raising A Question ,

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. 🤷‍♂️

GregPMusic ,

One of my favs

One of my favorite Podcasts and I listen to it every week. Thanks John and Eyal!

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