In April of 2018, the band Sevendust played their first show prior to the release of their latest album, All I See Is War. It would be the first time in over a year and a half that drummer, Morgan Rose, would take the stage and reconnect with the fans of Phoenix, Arizona.

In this episode, Shannon shares an interview conducted with Morgan on April 20th, 2018 at 98 KUPD's U-fest (music festival).  In today's episode, Shannon explores:

• Morgan's headspace going out on tour after working on the brand new album.
• What anyone should do when they find themselves feeling creatively stagnant. Morgan discusses how he and the band have pushed through years of a unique rise to the top.
• How the internet helped put them over the top with their music and how it's still a mystery to some of the members of the band.
• The process of writing the song "Not Original" with Lajon Witherspoon and Clint Lowery.

Also, Shannon answers listener voicemail and questions sent by podcast listeners.

If you'd like to send a voicemail and ask Shannon any question, you can go here: 

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Click the green button on the side of the web page and leave your message there.

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Sevendust IG: http://www.instagram.com/sevendustofficial

Waiting for an opening to be successful is just a wish.  Lead vocalist, Joe Cotela, doesn't believe in any luck when it comes to his band Ded. 

In fact, he believes that luck is earned, not given.  Everything he and the band have earned is all based in hard work.

When fans and fellow musicians ask him how lucky he and his band are, he doesn't attribute any of it to luck.  In fact, Joe has a formula for his luck that can apply to everyone. 

And what about when it comes to happiness? In today's episode, we learn how Jim Carrey is one of Joe's influences when it comes to finding happiness. 

And did he actually write songs for a certain grunge rock band in the 90s? 

Also, learn who Joe's top 5 vocalists are.

Enjoy today's episode!  If you want to reach out to Joe and the rest of Ded, links are down below:

You can reach out to Joe here:

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joecotela

Band IG: http://www.instagram.com/dedofficial

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dedofficial

Website: https://www.dedband.com/

Purchase their latest album: https://www.hellomerch.com/collections/ded/products/misanthrope-cd

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At a distance, Joe Cotela (lead vocals for Ded) bears the congruence of an intimidating outcast whose life is filled with constant negativity.  The cold, dead eyes of his on-stage persona is a 180 degree contrast to who he is in his everyday life.

In fact, Joe, the everyday human being, shares traits of empathy and compassion based on his own experiences with music and how it has affected him and Ded's music.

In this interview, Shan Man explores a deeper side of Joe, the human being.  Today you'll discover:

• What keeps his ego in check now that he and the rest of the band members are seeing success with their latest album, Mis•An•Thrope.
• How he processed everyday negativity through his music and why it's important to turn the negative into a positive.
• Where he finds his inspiration to write his music for Ded.

Joe shares his secret sauce to writing music when he's not on the road.  His secret is a great lead into this week's question with Shan Man.

Enjoy PART 1 of this episode.

You can reach out to Joe here:

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joecotela

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dedofficial

Website: https://www.dedband.com/

Purchase their latest album: https://www.hellomerch.com/collections/ded/products/misanthrope-cd

Reach out to Shan Man:

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Known for their uncanny sound that mirrors classic rock legends, Led Zeppelin, Greta Van Fleet has reinvigorated fans all over the world with their music.  

As much as they have heard about their striking resemblance to Led Zeppelin, they claim their influences range from a number of classic artists.  As a result, their chemistry as brothers make for a unique and refreshing sound for today's generation.

In today's episode Shan Man dives into:

• The intellect of music and how they view music as having deeper meaning with music, vocals, arrangements and lyrics.
• What they hope to teach this new generation with their music.
• The makeup of the types of crowds they draw and how it makes them feel.
• What real journalism looks like in today's modern society.
• What some of their favorite podcasts are to this day.
• The songs that have made them cry in the past.

Also, Shannon shares which band he would love to see from the early 70s.  He would love to hear your thoughts on this through voicemail.  

Learn more about Greta Van Fleet here:

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gretavanfleet

Jake on IG: http://www.instagram.com/jake_gvf

Sam on IG: http://www.instagram.com/sammy_gvf

Website: www.gretavanfleet.com

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Website: www.98kupd.com

Welcome to the first episode of the Swing Shift Side Hustle!  

Today I want to share this brief episode with you on the concept of this podcast and give you look at the thought process that has gone into this program. 

This podcast wasn't my own idea, but I took the idea and turned it into what you're listening to right now.  I must give big thanks to Dominic Borgognone for coming up with the initial idea for the podcast and scheduling out the guests we have gotten up to this point. 

I can't wait for you to listen to these interviews and share your experiences with me. 

It's my goal to be as active with the audience of this podcast as much as possible, so please take note of how you can reach out to me and engage with the podcast.  

By the end of each podcast, I will pose a question for you to answer.  Feel free to reach out on social media, but I would really love it if you left me a voicemail.  I'll do my best to share your voicemails on an upcoming episode of the podcast, so feel free to ask any questions or answer any questions I have for you.

Connect With Me:

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