Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch

Daryl Stuermer

07.22.2021 - By Greg KochPlay

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Daryl has been the exceptional touring guitarist/bassist with Genesis since 1977 (42 years), and Phil Collins' main guitarist since his first solo album.  Besides digging into his time with both, Greg and Daryl talk about his early years with Jean Luc Ponty, Gino Vannelli, and Daryl's solo project, and also what it's like for a touring musician to live in Milwaukee!

1:11 - Moments before the pandemic,  the near-reuniting of Genesis, and how the band prepares for rehearsal

7:51 - Daryl’s gear on the road with Genesis, his new Mesa Badlander and Godin guitars, and the power of in-ear monitors

11:09 - How improvisation plays into a Genesis show

13:16 - Daryl’s early days on guitar - influences, style, and early bands with his brother

20:02 - How Daryl got tied into working with Genesis, and the importance of preparation 

31:31 - Recording "In the Air Tonight"

33:26 - The Secret Policeman's Other Ball

34:34 - Phil Collins as a drummer - whoa

39:55 - Adjusting to the ascent to playing with Rock ’n Roll royalty, and having to shift his style to accommodate the needs 

45:51 - Daryl’s transition back to Milwaukee

51:19 - Daryl’s solo project

Total Length: 68:42

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