Sentimental Illness

Clark Larew Jones!

The man has the best last name..... but since you all know that my full name is Robert Leland Jones, it makes sense.. Son of John, which means God is gracious... I have always liked that part of my name, even if I don't use it often.

You've seen Clark on Comedy Central, the Laugh Factory and well... everywhere a comedic voice matters.

His POV is amazingly insightful, hugely funny, and well...if you've seen his "soulmate is dead" bit, you know he's a legend in the making. He's been around for a long time, but like most comedians, you'd swear he was an overnight sensation, since you didn't watch him from day one... but trust me, he's worked it hard for a long time. The man is committed.

Lastly, You know me. I don't swing lightly. I find the best people because I wield my ability to discern. I know talent when I see and hear it, and after today, you will too. This is Clark Larew Jones!

TIME CODES:

5:00 The humanity of the comedian: Clark Larew Jones
7:00 The business of sales
11:00 Playing to the back row of the theater
14:00 When your friends think they're supporting you
18:00 When comedians were dangerous
21:00 Getting social media views and likes can be dangerous
26:00 Have we ever solved racism in the US? 
27:00 The theory on white people
31:00 The process of making something funny 34:00 Mulaney and the power of super comedy 38:00 Rob's on his second marriage
42:00 Rob's father in law finally accepted him over a beer
44:00 Stockton Rush's submersible

48:00 What type of music does Clark Jones like? This is where the REACTION was. Watch the Patreon version of the show to see/hear it! 

50:00 Clark likes Knower 
54:00 Being drawn to mean spirited commentary
57:00 Comfort in seeing a bully get his 
1:00:00 When cruelty becomes the standard
1:03:00 Prince was the king
1:07:00 Seeing the name in the Comedy Central credits
1:10:00 What does Clark's name mean?

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MONOLOGUE: Recently, my wife graduated with another degree in occupational therapy and it was a great reminder of a few things. 1) We must pursue something that sets us apart... no matter the cost. 2) I was so proud and found myself crying just watching her walk, let alone walk across the stage. 3) Love is a weird thing and my desire to hide from my emotions at times is even weirder.

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ON THIS DAY: In 1815, Napoleon and his French army lost everything at the battle of Waterloo, which as we all know resulted in a fantastic pop hit by ABBA. Seriously, tho... the battle only lasted one day, which I didn't know until I did my research for this show today. Also, Arthur Wellington, who rose to historical prominence by leading the opposing armies against Napoleon had Beef Wellington named after him. That's the kind of hard hitting research we do here. Are you an ABBA fan?

BIRTHDAYS: 35 years ago today, my first born arrived, which is utter madness when you 1) realize I'm that old to have more than one child in his mid 30s, and 2) that also means I probably have grandchildren, of which I have 6. Do you have children, Clark?

DEATHS: A year ago today, Stockton Rush and 4 others died when his submersible, The Titan, imploded as it descended to visit the wreckage of the Titanic. Hubris is a weird thing. I admire his pioneering spirit. It takes almost complete disregard to do something new and unusual and he paid the price, but yeah... he could have done more to ensure safety. Then again, how do we visit the moon without risk? Did we ever visit the moon?

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REACTION that you missed if you don't follow our Patreon.: KNOWER - "I'm the President."

1) It's super funky.
2) it's super jazzy.
3) it's super weird (and if you know Clown Core, then you know why).

Just released a new album on the 2nd and touring Europe next month. If you like Louis Cole's wild drumming and musical styles, pick this record up. Fantastic stuff.

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Tim Tymo. The name brings terror to the hearts of thrash music listeners.  He's a beast on guitar, a beast on stage, and a gentle lion in person. Tim hails from Alberta Canada, which explains the gentle lion part. 

He's also been very outspoken about his recovery over the last few years, so I feel like today I might get a little help and in turn, you the listener might also receive exactly what you need. 

Get out your patched jean jacket, because it's time to dive deep into the mind of an old school thrash guitarist...Ladies and gentlemen, it's Tim Tymo. 

Time Codes:

3:00 Mornings suck in general
4:30 Tim's life post rehab
6:00 Social media posts are clearly spoken
8:30 Making the best of a new lifestyle
10:40 Tim is in the right place again
12:40 Hard to lose musician friends 
15:00 Keith Moon had to be replaced on stage
17:00 Longing for a different time in your life
19:30 The Biggest Megadeth kick
21:00 Edmonton is in the middle of nowhere
23:30 Nobody wants to read your negative bullshit
26:00 Rehab is a great thing for everyone
28:00 Addicted to self loathing
30:00 Starting the morning in a rough place
32:00 Loving Tim is an easy thing

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MONOLOGUE: 
No monologue today due to time restrictions. Tim was way more important. 

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If you're a member of our Patreon, you heard us react to the Song of the Week:

Giant Walker - Halcion 

I fell in love with this band a few years ago, having heard of them through their management and label.  They are from the UK, .... Newcastle to be exact... Their last album is a constant banger, called All In Good Time. The sound is groovy, the tonality of her voice sublime, and well.... they just frickin' rule.  One of my favorite modern rock bands. This track, Halcion, is the newest release coming to us just last week, so we get a really early run at it. 
Definitely recommend them. Amazing stuff. 

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THIS WEEK IS NATIONAL FORGIVENESS WEEK.
It’s a week that helps transform personal grievances into personal growth and greater emotional freedom. I'd like to talk about that with you.  What have you forgiven yourself for?  

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Davidavi Dolev is one of my favorite people and closest friends in the world.For those of you that do not know, I was introduced to his band, Subterranean Masquerade via the incredible PR company, Earsplit, a few years back and well... "wow" was the first word out of my mouth. The music, the compositions, and the overall sound is unique and powerful.Vidi and I live half a world apart, but our hearts are connected in an amazing way. We are connected through the spirit of humanity and a heart for the souls of the people of this planet. That's not a joke. We are completely interwoven and it is my great honor to have him return to make another appearance today.All the way from Haifa, Israel. This is my brother from an Israeli mother. A truly electric and wonderous talent.

This is Vidi.

TIME CODES:

6:00 My friend, Davidavi Dolev
8:00 Vidi is the hero of the song
12:00 Two people tangled together
18:00 Meeting my wife in Seattle
23:00 Fun gooey stuff 
29:00 Increasing anxiety in Israel 

31:00 The life story and unexplained death of Zohar Ben-Eli

46:00 The promise of a life of freedom 
51:00 Occam's Razor
57:00 Travels to Moscow 
1:02:00 Why are we so driven to be arrogant?
1:09:00 Written words vs interpreted words
1:14:00 Vidi shares more about Kaballah
1:19:00 Vidi writes my name in Hebrew 
1:24:00 Infected by words and thoughts
1:28:00 Too much negative noise in our heads
1:33:00 Vidi might visit the United States
1:39:00 Drawing what you see in your musical mind
1:44:00 Tone Poems 
1:49:00 Telling a story through melody 
1:53:00 Arguing about who did what and when

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: In 1963, US President JFK says segregation is morally wrong and that it is "time to act" - this opens up a big can of worms because it puts a spotlight on all that's wrong with our assumptions of people over race, religion, or creed. It's the best thing for all but it brings out the worst in people. Look at what it continues to do to our world. We just can't get along. So much hate.

BIRTHDAYS: Richard Strauss (German composer, born in 1864). Born in Munich. This piece of music was heavily criticized at the time for representing philosophy through music.... based on Friedrich Nietzsche's idea of a super person instead of the concept of God.... that mankind was its own god. It's own hero The hero of this book was a prophet named Zarathustra who longed for higher aspirations. To Strauss, it was the idea of music as symbolism for Evolution, which is why Kubrick used it for 2001, a Space Odyssey. It's musical YEARNING. I find it compelling regardless of its place in pop culture or history. It's an intensely lovely piece of music.

ODDITY OF THE WEEK: New research indicates that elephants are even smarter than we previously thought. According to an article in the Associated Press, It turns out that elephants are one of the few mammals that call each other by names. Elephants have names for each other! Besides humans, it's also believed that the other mammals who do this are Dolphins and Parrots, which both make a lot of sense. I think it's much more, though. I think we have wrongly associated the idea of brain size with intelligence. We say that a small brain in a spider for example indicates it's not intelligent to the level a human is, yet it can do things that we can't even comprehend and it does them to a very high degree. Not just that it can spin a web, but in how it does it strategically. We assume it's due to some inner natural tendency, but I believe it's all intelligence, which indicates a creative power. Of course, this leads to a Creator, which is another whole can of fun.

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This interview is dedicated to our mutual friend, Zohar, who lost her life to the struggles associated with mental illness. We miss her with everything we are.

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Youngy!

Okay now... hang on, because this is a whole other thing.

Matt's legendary Australian hardcore band, King Parrot, has really made waves and strides over the past few years. They've found their way to the biggest stages in the world. Part of that is their connection to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, as the band are on his label, Housecore Records, but also because they might put on the most energetic, hilarious, and outrageous live act I've seen in decades.

I was able to see them last September when they played Seattle and within minutes of taking the stage, the tornado was on full steam. Matt and the band killed it, and the next thing I know it's over and I'm a sweaty mess. A hour whizzed by and I realized that I had grinned ear to ear the entire time. 

Their show is a masterpiece of noise and outrageous energy and the man at the center of the whirlwind is my guest today.

Welcome Matthew (Youngy) Young of King Parrot!

TIME CODES:

2:00 What does Rob want to create for the rest of his life?
5:30 The kind maniac, Matt Young
9:00 The similarities between seasons in Australia and the PNW
13:50 King Parrot is all about the LIVE experience
17:00 Ozzy was the inspiration behind the buckets of water
22:00 Bon Scott was the inspiration behind EVERYTHING else
27:00 National Invisible Day
32:50 The audience confuses the King Parrot message
37:30 Therapy and AA and the message of the Higher Power
42:00 Matt loves loves loves The Kinks
47:00 Wanting to travel outside of Australia
51:00 Playing the big shows with Pantera and Cattle Decapitation
55:45 The best influences in Youngy's life
1:00:00 Being of service to others in professional and personal life
1:05:00 The crazy creative and struggling with self esteem
1:10:00 Overcoming addiction and embracing sobriety
1:15:00 Navigating boundaries
1:16:00 What does Matt dream about?

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: In 1964, the Beatles began their only tour EVER, by playing 2 shows in Denmark. British drummer Jimmie Nicol replaces Ringo Starr (recovering from tonsillitis) for the first five dates. Can you imagine seeing the Beatles... (the BEATLES)... on their only tour and you DON'T get Ringo? Sheesh.

BIRTHDAYS: Angelina Jolie was born today in 1975. Russell Brand born today in 1975.

WEIRD TRIVIA OF THE WEEK:National Invisible day: How many times have you wished to be invisible? The Invisible Day offers us a chance to explore that fantasy, but with a twist that’s more about inner peace than vanishing acts. It’s a day that invites us to step back from our daily grind and find solace in solitude, acknowledging those moments when we all feel a bit unseen or overwhelmed by the demands of a connected world.This special day is celebrated across the United States not just for the playful idea of invisibility but also as a meaningful nod to mental health. Invisible Day supports taking a break to unwind, reflect, and enjoy our own company away from the pressures of social media and work.

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Disclaimer: We had MAJOR technical issues and we had to run it through an A.I. program to clean up the audio. Sorry if we sound weird. Love you, Marco!

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My super talented buddy, Marco Bravi, is here! I had a chance to host Marco on my old show, Rockstar Superhero, a few years back when he was doing press for his band, Virtual Symmetry. We had a great time. He's the Italian apple of my eye and a friend to everyone. Ladies and gentlemen, Marco Bravi!

TIME CODES:

1:00 Midnight Train to Georgia with Gladys Knight
3:00 Reminded that people are the key
6:00 Relatives always look for a different version of you
8:45 Giving grace to others
12:40 Raised in a small town in Italy
16:00 Parents always come from another time
20:00 Going against the current
23:00 Valued for the work we do
26:00 For the sake of art
29:30 Random internet interview encounters
32:40 When the brilliant minds can't stop, which is all the time
35:40 Living as a spectator
39:00 Stepping into who and what we were made for
42:45 Gratitude for receiving a gift
46:00 Taking control of oneself
49:10 Distraction doesn't help one to overcome
53:00 Trust and courage in others before oneself
56:00 Getting the best from Marco today and forward

MONOLOGUE: I've been on a real run with self help books lately. Part of it is that I like getting differing opinions about the nature of man and how an opinion can shape us. That said, what most seem to agree on, is the obvious.... it's about our mental state more than anything. Sure, it's vital that we are in decent health and looking to keep ourselves fit by eating well and getting daily exercise. BUT, the largest focus is always on mental health and acuity. As we all know, everything runs together in tandem, so if you don't feel good, you don't think well, and if you don't think well, chances are you don't feel physically well. That circle... that cycle. Kind of a big deal.

Here's the thing. We all know this, but we keep going as if a life will find health simply by powering through or waiting for something that makes us happy to want to make these changes. Why celebrity self help books? We have this habit of believing celebrities in general... they attract us with their big lifestyles that seem as though they are doing better. The reality of it is that they are still 100% mortal and filled with doubt just like you and I.

The reason I have read THESE last 3 books is that these 3 have done something wildly different than most. They stand out because they are 3 books based around the lives of 3 people who shouldn't have made it, but did.

1) Arnold Schwarzenegger had to get over post Nazi Germany parents, and an accent that wouldn't quit, to find a dream in America.

2) Gary John Bishop was a working class, general contractor, with an interest in helping people unlock their capacity for change.

3) Kevin Hart had to overcome a significant size disadvantage. He wanted to be a basketball player, his dad was a drug addict, and he grew up in a rough and tumble neighborhood.

You have to do the work and you have to go where the work is. Then, you not only have to outwork the competition, but you have to outwork the guy that would hire you. It never gets easy. In fact, the higher you go up the chain, the harder it gets because the expectations get bigger. As Kevin says and he's 100% true, it's not that hard to get where you want to go, but it's super hard to stay there. You never pay your dues. You just get new dues. Nobody is ever at the top, even if the rest of us perceive it as such.

Today is a big one: WORLD HUNGER DAY The day serves as a platform to highlight the harsh reality that many still face food scarcity and poor nutrition, which can lead to severe health problems. World hunger day started in 2011 and serves as a call to action to raise awareness and to encourage to serve others now. What are we waiting for? Have you ever participated in a day of service for others?

BIRTHDAYS: Gladys Knight is 79 years old today. I remember being a young man and hearing Midnight Train to Georgia. In fact, in 1974, when I was riding my bike around East Wenatchee, it was the song of the summer, even though it came out a year before. That was a zeitgeist moment for her and an indelible memory for me.

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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Today is Simen Sandnes day and I want to say that I love this man. 

He's one of my favorite people in the world, because when Simen shows up, the world smiles a little brighter. Simen offers so much in the way of inspiration. He's a fantastic drummer, to be sure, but what sets him apart is his never ending desire to love, share kind thoughts, to encourage, and as mentioned in the previous sentence, to inspire. He's a wonder.

I hope you love this show as much as we did sharing the 2 hours together. I hope his gift of love and affection takes you to another space where the world of music and spirit collide.

This is Sentimental Illness.

Time Codes:

4:00 'Unfuck Yourself' by Gary John Bishop
9:40 Ladies and gentlemen, it's Simen Sandnes!
10:50 Peaches in heavy syrup
13:30 You must be a high level player and a good guy
16:25 Trains in Japan
19:00 Lindbergh and Earhart 
22:30 Jeffrey Dahmer
25:50 How one becomes a sociopath 
30:00 Swedish singer Karin Park
31:20 Jørgen Munkeby is the most handsome man in the world
32:30 End of the World day
36:00 Simen is the new drummer for Evergrey. Wow. 
42:00 Lessons at a young age
48:30 Playing drums professionally
54:00 Sleep Token 
59:00 Red Rocks Colorado
1:03:00 The world's best goalkeeper
1:08:45 The discipline and priorities
1:15:00 Born in the north
1:20:00 When the system works against you 
1:25:00 The type of drummer you are
1:30:00 President or Astronaut or Fireman 
1:35:00 Playing every drum and cymbal live
1:40:00 The experience of knowing Simen 
1:46:00 Deserving to be loved

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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When the Ukraine fell into war a few years ago, Ruslan was ready. He knows his way around a war and I'm positive he'll find his way through. I believe this with all my heart and so do the animals he supports! Ladies and gentlemen, all the way from Kiev, my buddy and amazing animal humanitarian, Ruslan Babayev!

Time Codes:

2:00 Bonneville let a lot of radio talent go in the Seattle area.
4:00 I listened to Arnold Schwarzeneggar's book, 'Be Useful' 
9:00 Terminal Illness
13:50 Ukrainian animal rights activist, Ruslan Babayev, is my guest
20:50 Nettles aren't a kind plant 
25:00 Ruslan was born in the 1990's
28:45 The beginning of the Russian/Ukrainian war story
32:45 This is where we react to 3 different songs from up and coming artists! Too bad you missed it, but you can always subscribe to the show at Patreon and get the whole thing!
33:00 Playing drums at slow tempos is really hard 
39:00 Ruslan's early years in Ukraine
45:00 When Ruslan tried music as a young man
53:00 What's REALLY happening in the Russian War
59:00 This is a war of cultures
1:06:00 Hoping for a political intervention 
1:12:00 So many soldiers and civilians are dead
1:18:00 Ruslan decided to save animals affected by the war
1:25:00 Why the US news doesn't tell us the war is as bad as it actually is
1:30:00 Playing music can keep a person sane during extreme moments in life

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I'm a former professional drummer hosting challenging conversations with other artists/creatives about mental health, new music, weekly news, and spiritual truths. My goal is to entertain you and encourage you to enjoy life in healthier ways. The truth is hidden inside every one of us.

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This week's guest is Nik (kin) Barker, ex singer of Twelve Foot Ninja!

MONOLOGUE: 
It's been a week full of creative energy and gnashing of teeth.  My head hurts way too much because I don't sleep, but when have I ever actually slept? The bags under my eyes prove the truth, you know? I'm starting to seriously think I have a solid case of sleep apnea.  I know I'm not in perfect shape, but I've noticed the last few months (only the last few) that I wake every night with a very dry mouth and I think I'm sleeping with my mouth open at night.  Granted, I'm also a diabetic now (don't get me started) and it's a sign of something greater and sadly distressing.  All said, I know I'm turning a blind eye to my health, but I just don't have the bandwidth to care at this moment.  

I'm still dealing with anger, but I can't complain too much.  I've been begging the big man to take it all away from me, but he's got bigger fish to fry.

A very close friend who suffered from a brain tumor a few years ago has finally been diagnosed with malignant cancers in her liver and chest so things went upside down in our community of friends pretty quickly.

It reminds me that as much as I hate my life at times, I don't have to worry about having my head cut off because I don't believe the same things that the government does or how can I complain when I have a refrigerator with 25 different hot sauce flavors to compliment my meal?  I mean ... how hard is this really?

Nik Barker and I had never met in person until today. Today is numero uno.  All said, I have been a fan of Nik's for a number of years.  I discovered his old band, Twelve Foot Ninja at the end of 2015. I'd heard about the band through the grapevine and my connections in the music business.  

A buddy of mine had seen them at a festival in Ohio and told me how much he'd enjoyed them. Surprisingly, a new video of theirs ended up on YouTube.... something called One Hand Killing, and the next thing you know, I'm jumping down the rabbit hole of everything I'd missed.  I told everyone. I learned all the material.  I reveled in the absurdity of their musical skill levels and their very bizarre sense of humor.  Sadly, within the last few years, the band went on permanent hiatus and Nik has moved on.  

This all to say, regardless of what happened and where they may be going, they have done something very few bands have... they've created something truly unique and inspiring, they've reached around the globe and my guest today was the VOICE of that legacy. 

FUN STUFF:  
What special things are happening on April 23rd?
Today is NATIONAL ENGLISH MUFFIN DAY
Today is WORLD TABLE TENNIS DAY
Today is also NATIONAL TAKE A CHANCE DAY, NATIONAL TALK LIKE SHAKESPEAR DAY, and most importantly, NATIONAL LOVERS DAY.  

NEWS:
Rock and Roll Hall of fame

BIRTHDAYS:
Roy Orbison

DEATHS:
According to Sir Isaac Newton, Jesus Christ was crucified on this date in the year 34 AD.   

TIME CODES:

3:00 No bandwidth in my life. Full on midlife crisis.
8:00 Introducing Nik Barker
10:00 Fun Stuff
13:00 Vegemite
17:45 American hubris
22:00 Political affiliations on your sleeve
26:20 Stuck with presidents
31:20 Shutting down those that dissent
36:00 The point of popularism
41:30 Exemplfying the teachings of Christ
46:00 Trump tried to be Jesus
49:40 The source of all light
52:30 Diverting attention away
58:30 Singling out artists doesn't make sense
1:07:00 Nik did an Odd Covers cover of Anubis
1:14:00 Nik is grateful
1:19:00 Nik's parents were musicians as well
1:23:00 KISS was the one
1:27:00 When Nik figured out music was the future
1:33:00 White lace doilies
1:37:30 Nik getting better at controlling emotions
1:41:45 What is Nik nostalgic about?
1:47:00 Nik's irrational fear is being seen
1:50:40 Neglecting others for selfish reasons


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My guest this week is Belgium's own Sander Rom!

Sander is a fantastic songwriter, guitarist and singer and I love him to death. He's the leader of the Mechelen scene's L'itch and, until recently (one week post recording this interview, one fifth of the EU supergroup known as Hippotraktor.

Available on Pelagic Records, Hippotraktor features members of L'itch and Psychonaut. The band is known for soaring hooks, technical riffing and earth-shattering breakdowns. Their new album releases June 7th, 2024 and it's progressive metal of the highest order. L'itch is an monster of an alternative band and is Sander's most important pet, with a new record releasing soon. I've heard it and it's unbelievably good. I can't wait to share more when the time is right.

Reiterating, Sander has all the bells and whistles in his musical repertoire and he's a fantastic human. Maybe the best ever. He is so clearly aware of his surroundings, he's inspiring, and above all, he's kind. We could all do better like Sander.

Please enjoy our wonderful conversation, completely unedited and ready for consumption. If you're seeking answers and a connection to the truth, this show will help you find the way.

TIME CODES:

3:00 A frustrated moment of release
6:45 Guest: Sander Rom
11:25 Fun stuff 
11:50 The Titanic sunk on this day
17:30 Fan club president is a murderer
20:00 Sander got picked on as a kid
24:00 Kidney donations
32:00 You shouldn't keep veggies after cutting them
39:00 Reacting instinctively
45:20 The priviledge to do the right thing
50:50 Crazy cool collections at The Louvre
56:20 Star Wars and the Mona Lisa
1:02:05 Rob was super interested in drums
1:05:00 Hippotraktor's new album title - 'Statis'
1:07:00 The noise you're feeling
1:12:00 Wanting to know the real person behind the music
1:17:00 People seeing the hidden parts of our heart
1:22:30 Sander's neck injury and future
1:27:00 The purpose of life is to influence others and help them find their own
1:31:00 Struggling with communication when angry

Theme music, 'Goretex Weather Report' provided graciously by Jørgen Munkeby (Shining NOR).

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In the music business, there are the normies, there are the crazies, and there are the in-betweens. There also happens to be an unspoken netherworld that aligns with something a little stranger and sits outside the boundaries of pretty much everything you know.

My guest today, Tommy Meehan, dislikes the comparisons to the influences of his youth, but it's hard not to hear the tones that built the man. His absurdist venom-spouting new act, Squid Pisser, is nothing I've ever heard before.. and that means something extra extra to me. The man is already a guitar god of the underworld who also just happens to be an incredibly warm human which seriously belies his altered state of a stage personality.

Squid Pisser's new EP, 'Vaporize a Neighbor' and it's big brother, 'Vaporize a Tadpole,' is out on Bandcamp now and requires listening of a most scrutinous level. It's also recommended that you are looking for something a little confounding, a lot distorted, and that which oozes a bit from a two week old wound. It's disgusting, yet somehow, some way... once you pick the scab off, it's perfect. 

Welcome to the new world order of Squid Pisser.
This is Rockstar Superhero. 

Time Codes: 

2:00 The insane vitality of the band
4:00 Hanging out with GWAR
6:30 Tommy's creative projects
9:40 What if there were 3 Tommy's?
13:15 Tommy will never be bored 
16:10 Being in a band is like polyamory
18:20 How far is Tommy willing to go?
21:00 Turned on by new sounds and the risk it takes
23:40 Tommy isn't worried about the plan 
26:45 When did Tommy become possessed by the magic of music
29:30 Tobi Vail started Riot Grrrl
32:25 New record available via Skin Graft or Squid Pisser Bandcamp pages 
35:00 Ambitious metal punk

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