The Riffhard Podcast

Jon Deiley of Northlane joins us to talk about why he uses Ableton, his writing process, what guitarists should focus on, programming insane light shows, and more.

Chapters:

00:01:42 - The Cutthroat Mindset in Songwriting

00:03:36 - Unleashing Creativity in Music and Sound

00:07:50 - Nurturing Authenticity in Songwriting

00:11:34 - Enhancing Flow and Cohesion in Songs

00:17:40 - Exploring Creative Possibilities in Ableton

00:29:58 - The Dynamic Energy of Live Shows

00:31:49 - Navigating Audience Reactions

00:33:50 - Shaping the Flow of a Setlist

00:39:54 - Exploring the World of Visuals and Animation

00:41:44 - Juggling Creativity and Time Constraints

00:45:59 - Enhancing Production Through Objective Evaluation

00:52:14 - The Optimal Guitar Configuration

00:54:11 - Diving into Alternative Tunings

00:58:20 - Crafting Music for Rainbow Six

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Alyssa Day returns to the Riffhard Podcast to talk about making her puppy-filled video for "Trundle," how she recovered from a debilitating arm injury, and more.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Exploration of Puppy Love

00:12:50 - Breathing Life Into Instrumental Melodies

00:15:01 - Authentic Artistry in the Music Domain

00:17:02 - Reflecting on Past Missteps

00:19:09 - Navigating the Challenges of Injury and Response Diversity

00:21:13 - Harnessing the Power of Framing and Perspective

00:23:24 - Coping With Tour Absence

00:27:33 - a Struggle Shared Among Metal Guitarists

00:33:51 - Embracing a Slow Recovery and Resuming Guitar Practice

00:35:51 - the Virtue of Patience in Injury Rehabilitation

00:37:59 - Battling Hand Mobility Issues and Musical Pursuits

00:39:57 - Physical and Mental Endeavors in Music Education

00:42:05 - Confronting the Fear of Disappointment

00:46:25 - Defining Success and Fostering Creative Priorities

00:48:47 - Wrestling With Doubts and Risks in Music Video Ventures

00:53:06 - the Journey of Risk-taking and Passion Pursuit

00:57:17 - the Intensity of Pursuing Audacious Goals

01:01:23 - Crafting Musical Magic and Innovation

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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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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.

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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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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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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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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John Nolan is the guitarist and a vocalist for Taking Back Sunday.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - John Nolan's Songwriter's Journey

00:04:36 - Crafting the Perfect Tune

00:07:02 - Overthinking vs. Subconscious Flow

00:13:53 - Writing Without Pressure: Nurturing Creativity

00:20:44 - The Art of Songcraft

00:23:09 - Overcoming Setbacks

00:27:38 - A Vision for Growth

00:29:58 - The Role of Luck in Music

00:39:16 - Thriving on Uncertainty: Adapting with No Plan B

00:44:02 - The Guitar's Role in Songwriting

00:48:43 - The Genesis of Songs

00:51:10 - The Significance of Constructive Critique

00:56:09 - Building Trust in the Recording Process

00:58:22 - Conveying Creative Ideas

01:03:03 - The Vitality of Recording Skills

01:05:21 - A Musical Comfort Zone: Singing and Playing at the same time

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Alyssa Day is a trailblazing guitarist/composer who is in our top 10 guitarists to watch list.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Alyssa Day

00:02:48 - The Drive for Self-Improvement

00:15:31 - The Power of Visualization in Learning a Musical Piece

00:18:39 - Visualizing Rhythms and Melodic Arcs

00:24:44 - The Importance of Broadening Musical Perspective

00:27:56 - The Importance of Funk Playing Techniques for Guitarists

00:33:56 - Prioritizing in a Busy Schedule

00:40:39 - Engineering Your Life to Prioritize Relationships

00:43:55 - Introversion and Social Anxiety

00:53:49 - Analyzing and Modifying Behavior in a Saturated Market for Success

00:57:11 - Transitioning into Video Content

01:04:16 - The Joys and Challenges of Being a Musician

01:11:00 - Balancing Career Opportunities

01:14:15 - Deciding Your Worth and Raising Rates

01:23:52 - The Importance of Accountability

01:33:17 - The Anxiety of Being Self-Employed in the Music Industry

01:36:41 - The Value of Visual and Audio Content in Podcasts

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