Episodes
Jan. 20, 2020
The Pedal Movie w/ Dan Orkin and Michael Lux
A movie? About guitar pedals? Oh yes. It is coming, Dan and Michael are working on a epic documentary for Reverb.com about guitar pedals and the culture that surrounds them. They tell us all about it, This is going to be rea…
Jan. 13, 2020
Matt Armstrong of The Future Violents/Murder By Death
Another fun one coming atcha! This episode came about in a very odd way, but I'm very glad it did! Matt is an excellent bassist who has played in some of my favorite bands. He is also a super cool dude, who has had some wild…
Jan. 6, 2020
Joey Bradford of The Used
This is a hot one! Joey plays guitar for one of my favorite bands, The Used. He is a legit gear nerd, a fantastic guitar player and he has a really rad story. Also, a super rad dude! This is one of the raddest episodes ever.…
Dec. 30, 2019
Porter Pickups Visits The Shred Shed
Brain Porter and Marco Gonzalez dropped by the Shed for some nerdery and jamming a while back. It was good times and great conversation. Brian is the head dude over at Porter Pickups & Porter Guitars. They are making amazing…
Dec. 23, 2019
A Conversation w/ Devon Whitaker
Devon Whitaker is creating some of the craziest pedal demos on the internet. It was a real treat to have him on the show to tell his story. He has a vast amount of musical experience, and is just a swell guy. You are going t…
Dec. 16, 2019
A Conversation w/ Daniel Donato
Mr. Donato was kind enough to sit down with me and chew the fat. He talks a lot about his philosophy on guitar playing, telecasters, learning, and a whole lot more. He also gave me a fresh response to the final question of t…
Dec. 9, 2019
Matt Eich of Mule Resonator Guitars Part Deux
This is a wild episode! On it we talk about what makes his guitars unique, being murdered by Jason Momoa, Benson Amps, mini humbuckers and a whole lot more! Make sure you check out Matt's work on Instagram, and https://www.m…
Dec. 2, 2019
Scott Harper of KNOBS Demos
This episode has been a long time coming! Scott and I first met at NAMM 2 years ago, and I've been trying to talk him into doing the podcast ever since. I'm glad it worked out that way though. The man has been through some t…
Nov. 25, 2019
Bobb Bruno of Best Coast
Episode 155- Here is a real treat for you! On this episode Bobb and I talk about meeting Paul McCartney, opening for Metallica, weird old pedals, Ibanez guitars, festivals and more! Check out his band Best Coast at Bestcoast…
Nov. 19, 2019
Alec Breslow of Mask Audio Electronics
On this episode, Alec and I talk about bears that fall out of trees, guitar pedals, how he got started building effects, and Detroit pizza. It is a great episode, hope you enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…
Nov. 11, 2019
Scott Middleton of Cancer Bats
The guitarist from one of my favorite bands????!!!! Yup! This is happening. Scott is a amazing guitarist. Seriously. The man has riffs for days. On top of that he is a legit gear nerd, a top notch producer, and an awesome du…
Nov. 4, 2019
Zak Ferentz of Ferentz and The Felons
Zak Ferentz is a musician from New Jersey. He had a challenging upbringing to say the least, and guitar music helped pull him out of that. We talk about that as well as the usual pedals/amps/guitar stuff. It was a great chat…
Oct. 28, 2019
Trevor Chase of Coconut Monkey Electronics
Trevor Chase came by the Shred Shed to hang out, play a little guitar, and nerd out on stuff. So we decided to record a podcast! It was really a fun chat and he makes really cool stuff. Check it out at his website! Learn mor…
Oct. 22, 2019
Tommy Marz of Sound Vapors
I had a great time on this episode! On this one I'm talking with Tommy Marz about his musical projects, talking with rockstars, pedals, and the difficulty of switching names for your musical projects. Make sure you check out…
Oct. 14, 2019
Talking Tonal Nonsense w/ Robert Baker
We have a very hydrated episode for you! Robert is a well known guitarist on YouTube who's videos have generated millions of views. He is a monster of a player, a great guy, and his videos are awesome. If that sounds like yo…
Oct. 8, 2019
Yvette Young of Covet
So stoked about this episode! This was a really crazy evening complete with power outages, pizza, amazing guitar playing and a whole bunch of nerdery. I think you are really going to enjoy it Yvette is one of my very favorit…
Sept. 30, 2019
Music Therapy? w/ Chris Millett
Episode 147- This is the most actual guitar playing that has ever appeared on this podcast...... I'm so excited about this episode! I sat down with music therapist Chris Millet to discuss what music therapy is and how it can…
Sept. 23, 2019
Steve Demedash of Demedash Effects
Another fun one for you! On this episode Steve and I talk about why Canadians are really so polite, how he got started, his thoughts on electronics layouts, and.........ranch dressing. Oh yeah. He went there. Make sure you c…
Sept. 16, 2019
Talking Music w/ Dovydas
Episode 145- Today, I talk with musician and YouTube creator Dovydas! The man is a real treat of a person and has a unique style that I really dig. He is a delight to chat with and I think you will enjoy his story. Make sur…
Sept. 9, 2019
Mitch Gallagher of Sweetwater Sound
On this episode I'm hanging out with a man known to all gearheads of the world! We talk about his amps, his pedals, and an unreal baritone Martin. Mitch also dispenses some great advice and has some really cool insight as a …
Sept. 5, 2019
World Record Pedalboard Round Table
Episode 143-What? A world record? Yes Sweetwater, Rob Scallon and a host of other folks got together and assembled the world's largest guitar effect pedalboard as recognized by the folks at Guinness! Josh Scott of JHS Pedals…
Sept. 2, 2019
Nick Reinhart of Tera Melos
Episode 142- Today, I sat down with Nick to discuss his love of the DL4, his musical beginnings, Hella, Dilinger Escape Plan and a whole lot more. It was a great chat and you should definitely check out his band, Tera Melos…
Aug. 26, 2019
Sarah Lipstate of Noveller
Episode 141- Super stoked about this one! One of the most requested guests yet! Sarah is a phenomenal guitarist with an extremely unique, and effects heavy approach to the instrument. Which you know is all kinds of my busine…
Aug. 20, 2019
Justin Abernethy of Abernethy Guitars
Episode 140- Today I am talking to Justin about a whole list of things! From working at Ernie Ball, to running his own one man operation. Justin has had a ton of experience and really fun to talk to. Make sure you check out …