Austin guitarist Dave Scher (@daveifyoulike) joins the Cody Kai Cast for a deep dive into creativity, improvisation, guitar culture, and life as a working musician in one of the greatest music cities in the world.

Dave shares stories from the road with Eric Johnson, discusses sitting in with the Kill Tony Band, reflects on growing up in Austin's evolving music scene, and breaks down what separates great musicians from merely skilled players.

The conversation explores everything from Joe Walsh and the Eagles to Prince, John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr., comedy, artistic risk-taking, and the importance of getting out of your own way when creating.

Highlights include:

• Playing with Eric Johnson and behind-the-scenes tour stories
• The now-infamous "tonewood plywood pedalboard" discussion
• Dave's experiences subbing with the Kill Tony Band
• Why audiences love watching performers succeed—and fail
• Joe Walsh vs. Don Felder and the role of risk in great guitar playing
• Improvisation, authenticity, and creative flow
• Growing up in Austin and watching the city transform
• Gary Clark Jr., Eric Zapata, and Austin music history

Whether you're a guitarist, musician, comedian, artist, or creative of any kind, this episode is packed with insight into what it takes to build a life around your craft.

🎸 Guest: @daveifyoulike
🎙️ Cody Kai Cast Episode 67