Portland artist Matt Stikker is known for dark, graphic work spanning Metallica gig posters, Magic: The Gathering cards, licensed horror art, skate decks, album covers, and more.

Matt traces the horror films, comics, tabletop games, and heavy metal behind his bold linework, including Magic cards and Metallica’s “Trapped Under Ice” poster. He also covers art direction, creative discipline, commission work, and the freedom he finds creating with Drouth.

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Creative director Matt Wheeler joins Best of the Tour to pull back the curtain on the gig poster and merchandise world, follow his journey to overseeing poster programs and Chief Merchandise for one of country music’s biggest touring artists.

Matt gets into merch-table psychology, artist scouting, creative briefs, APs, limited editions, specialty papers, and knowing when to get out of an artist’s way. He also breaks down Eric Church’s Outsiders Revival poster series and collaborations.

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Pittsburgh artist and screenprinter Zeb Love creates gig posters for Pearl Jam, Billy Strings, Dave Matthews Band, and other touring acts, pairing vivid illustration with a hands-on print practice.

Love unpacks the Pittsburgh-specific ideas behind his Billy Strings Mr. Rogers diptych and Pearl Jam steelworker Panther poster, plus the bike rides and archival research that help him break through a stalled sketch. He also traces his self-taught screen-printing process, from living-room experiments to multi-color editions, hand-bound poster books, and new painted approaches that make each print distinct.

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Dan Black and Jessica Seamans of Landland Colportage reveal the unlikely series of events that brought them together and grew into one of gig poster art’s most respected collaborative studios.

From hand-drawn illustrations and in-house screen printing to posters for Phish, The Avett Brothers, Eric Church, and more, they discuss their creative partnership, evolving process, and why craftsmanship, collaboration, and constant experimentation continue to define Landland nearly twenty years later.

Check out Dan & Jessica’s work:

Landland website: https://landland.bigcartel.com

Landland Substack: https://landland.substack.com

Dan Black Instagram: https://instagram.com/landlandcolportage

Jessica Seamans Instagram: https://instagram.com/_jseamans

Jessica’s weekly radio show & podcast: Mother’s Musical Diaries with Andy and Wylita

Live Tuesdays at 4 PM (CT) on https://riverwestradio.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Comic book cover artist and gig poster creator Nimit Malavia joins the podcast to discuss his work for DC Comics, Marvel, The Cure, 311, and other major clients while exploring the creative crossover between comics and concert posters.

Nimit shares how he balances creative freedom with the responsibility of illustrating iconic characters and beloved bands, discusses the philosophy behind memorable artwork, and reflects on collecting, storytelling, artistic influences, and recent projects.

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Mike Tallman is the artist and printmaker behind Add Noise Studios, a Pasadena-based studio known for screen-printed work for Dave Matthews Band, Trey Anastasio, Mount Joy, The Avett Brothers, and more. He joins the show to discuss DesignerCon, Flatstock, collecting poster art, and the evolution of his studio from designer to hands-on printer.

Mike shares stories from building a DIY print shop, producing large edition runs by hand, and learning the craft through collaboration with fellow artists like Dave Kloc. The conversation explores test prints, foil variants, paper stocks, poster collecting culture, and the philosophy behind making every print feel intentional.

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Digital artist and gig poster illustrator Jared Yamahata joins the podcast to discuss his evolving work in the modern poster scene, including projects for 311, Disco Biscuits, Widespread Panic, and more.

Jared breaks down his creative process, balancing commercial design work with poster art, and building concepts around venues, music, and hidden visual references.

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Lil Tuffy is a San Francisco-based gig poster artist, founding member and current president of the Poster Institute, known for his long-running work with Goldenvoice and decades of involvement in Flatstock.

This episode explores the evolution of the Poster Institute, the expansion beyond traditional gig posters, and Tuffy’s approach to adapting style across genres from hardcore to EDM. He breaks down how early budget limitations shaped his minimal, high-impact aesthetic and discusses techniques like two-color printing, test prints, foil usage, and specialty inks.

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Daryll Peirce is a San Francisco–based gig poster artist, painter, and illustrator known for detailed, hand-drawn work for bands like Melvins and Primus, as well as his presence at events like Colour Haiku and TRPS.

This episode explores his balance between fine art and gig posters, his pen-and-ink workflow, and his push to keep each piece evolving. We discuss standout works like the viral Melvins poster and his Southwestern-inspired Primus piece, along with his approach to nostalgia, humor, and layered detail. Peirce also shares insights on artist community, and why staying uncomfortable keeps the work sharp.

Check out Daryll’s work: daryllpeirce.com | IG: @daryllpeirce

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Artist Matt Leunig returns to discuss the Atlanta Rock Poster Show, the annual TRPS-affiliated event he founded, bringing together top poster artists, collectors, and emerging voices from across the U.S.

The conversation covers the show’s evolution into a free, all-ages event, the surge in attendance, and the role of community in driving poster culture forward. Matt breaks down artist experiences, collector behavior, and how in-person shows unlock rare prints, collaborations, and new opportunities. The episode also highlights TRPS’s mission, limited show editions, and the growing momentum of regional poster scenes across the country.

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scrapedknee.com | IG: @mattleunig

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