☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Jose de Castro Interview: Breaking into the session scene in Madrid at a young age, touring throughout Spain at 16, why he always plays Fender Strats, how he developed his incredible right-hand technique, being a dad, running, trying to find balance between work and play, and his changing priorities over time. Incredible player, very humble A top session player in Spain, Jose de Castro is an incredible artist in his own right, with 5 studio & 2 live LPs of his own. He’s also played with top musicians like Joe Satriani, Paul Gilbert, Simon Phillips, Reb Beach, Guthrie Govan & Rob Marcello.

Jose de Castro: TOURING SPAIN AT 16!

https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com In this Jay Emmons Interview, the Glorious Sons guitarist shares his journey in the music industry and the challenges the band faced in the early days. He discusses his transition from being a singer to focusing on playing guitar and singing backups. Jay also talks about the dynamics of being in a band with his brother and the importance of maintaining a good relationship. He shares his favorite Glorious Sons songs, the experiences of opening for the Rolling Stones, his love for his family and the joy he finds in watching his daughter grow up & touring with the Rolling Stones  Jay co-founded The Glorious Sons in 2011, and his brother Brett joined up shortly after, as the lead singer. The band plays good old-fashioned high-energy bar room rock and roll. They’re from Kingston, Ontario Canada and since 2013, they’ve released 1 EP and 4 LPs including their latest record, Glory. The band’s toured Canada, Europe and the states, and have had 13 singles in the Canadian Top 10 charts, including 4 #1’s. And if you want a good introduction to the band, check out Sawed Off Shotgun, which is a heavy song lyrically but a fun song, musically… as is Speed of Light off the new album, Glory.   

Jay Emmons, The Glorious Sons: THERE WAS NO HESITATION

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Lou Pardini Interview: Moving to LA and working his way up, working with Billy Preston, Stevie Wonder, John Patitucci, Elton John & Leon Russell… overcoming a terrible family tragedy… his first written song winning a Grammy for Smokey Robinson, moving to Nashville, having the confidence to do music, the drive for his work ethic, fame vs. desire to make music - and the difference in long-term personal growth, “The Great Disappearing Act,” and why Lou’s “Still trying to figure it all out.” Total first class act, in every way possible and a deeply talented musician who gives 110% all the time The oldest of 6 brothers & a successful session player for 4 decades, Lou’s been the keyboardist & co-vocalist of Chicago since 2010. He’s also a prolific songwriter who’s written a No. 1 Billboard R & B hit. He’s written, produced or performed w Stevie Wonder, Patti Austin, Billy Preston, John Patitucci, Joe Sample, Robben Ford, Chick Corea, Larry Carlton, Elton John, T Bone Burnett, Leon Rueesll and many others.

Lou Pardini, Chicago: STILL TRYING TO FIGURE IT ALL OUT

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Mark Agnesi interview, the director of brand experience for Gibson guitars shares his journey from a small town in Ohio to working in the music industry. He discusses his early music career, including starting a band and releasing an album at a young age. Mark also talks about his transition to marketing and the creation of the popular YouTube series, Guitar of the Day. He then explains his decision to leave Norms Rare Guitars and join Gibson, where he helped launch Gibson TV and produce high-quality content for the brand.  Mark discusses the creation of Gibson TV, Gibson Films, and Gibson Certified Vintage. He also talks about his role in designing and opening the Gibson Experience Centers and the importance of attention to detail in retail spaces. Mark discussed overcoming “Play Authentic” and  emphasizes the importance of patience in building an audience and the value of hard work… the  most important lesson life has taught him, the biggest change in his personality over the last 10 years… his upcoming line of Mark Agnesi guitars, and his guitar collection.  Mark emphasizes the importance of being nice and kind to others and shares his passion for cooking, sports, and buying guitars. He also talks about the challenges of maintaining an on-camera persona and separating it from his real personality. Mark's love for music and guitars shines through as he discusses his role at Gibson and his personal guitar collection.

Mark Agnesi: HIS FAVORITE PART OF WORKING AT GIBSON

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Neil Jason Interview: Working with Bryan Ferry, The Brecker Brothers, Paul McCartney, Phil Ramone, John McLaughlin, Narada Michael Walden, Pete Townshend, Mark Knopfler, Eddie Van Halen, Yoko Ono & the Plastic Ono Band, Eddie Van Halen, Will Lee, Phil Manzanera, Mick Jagger, Grace Slick, Paul Shaffer, Gladys Knight… playing more thoughtfully, being in the moment, tons more Neil Jason is a professional bassist, producer & composer. Over the last 40 years, in addition to the above, he’s also toured or recorded with Pavarotti, Billy Joel, Roxy Music, Hall & Oates,, Paul Simon, Kiss, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Harry Chapin, Celine Dion, Brigitte Zarie ,Cyndi Lauper, Dire Straits, Joe Jackson, Art Garfunkel & others. In addition, he was a member of the house band for Saturday Night Live from 1983 to 1985, and has over 100 appearances with Paul Shaffer and the Band on David Letterman.

Neil Jason - Bryan Ferry, SNL Band, Knopfler: SNL HOUSE BAND MEMBER!

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com In this Rene Merideth interview, the co-founder and COO of Exploration, shares her journey in the music industry. She discusses her early involvement with music as a roadie for her grandfather's gospel music band, the importance of problem-solving, confidence, and the ability to adapt. Rene shares her experience studying music business at Belmont University and the transition to artist management and publishing. She encourages artists to take control of their careers and not be afraid to promote themselves.  Rene shares her journey of finding order in chaos and taking a leap of faith by moving to Los Angeles. She discusses her experience starting at Windswept and becoming the head of West Coast licensing at BMG. Rene explains the complexities of mechanical licensing and the impact of Metallica's fight for the music industry. Finally, she introduces Exploration's copyright administration services.  This part of the conversation focuses on the support and services provided by Exploration in managing YouTube channels and dealing with copyright claims. It also highlights the importance of clean data and human interaction in music administration.  Rene offfers practical advice for artists in handling business aspects and difficult situations. She shares her experiences working with artists and their management, emphasizing the need to be adaptable in building relationships.  Rene also addresses the issue of sexual harassment and abuse, emphasizing the need for support and understanding... the lessons learned from getting older, including the challenges of perimenopause. She emphasizes the importance of always betting on yourself and speaking truth to power.  Renee also discusses her involvement with Janey's Fund, an organization that helps abused and neglected girls.

Rene Merideth: HOW METALLICA CHANGED THE INDUSTRY

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Darran Charles Interview: VERY intense convo about how Darran worked tirelessly on getting the band launched, including booking ALL their early gigs across Europe... dealing with depression and coming to terms with how to remediate it… being more self-reflective, a tragedy and a friend who made Darran start questioning things, dealing with perfectionism, loyalty, and loads of other interesting bits and pieces. Lovely guy, very genuine: Darran Charles is the lead singer, writer, founding member and guitarist for Godsticks, a successful prog rock/metal band out of Wales. The band has supported major acts like The Pineapple Thief, The Aristocrats, Mike Keneally band and others… headlined their own shows, and just dropped their (awesome) 5th Studio album, Inescapable.

Darran Charles, Godsticks: COMING TO TERMS WITH DEPRESSION

☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Chris Bruce Interview: OMG Stories for days here! His first trip to the studio at age 14, playing with Wendy & Lisa, Doyle Bramhall II, Meshell Ndegeocello, Greg Leisz, Abe Laboriel Jr., Joe Henry, Billy Preston, George Clinton… working with producers Trevor Horn & Craig Street, top 3 musical experiences, getting through low points in life, his calming nature, parents’ influence, discipline, acceptance and more. TOTALLY cool guy, great vibe: Chris’ grandparents ran an after hours club in Chicago, where folks like Sam Cooke and Louis armstrong gathered… and Chris’ mother was friends with Curtis Mayfield, Gary Shider & Glenn Goins (Funkadelic). A lifetime sideman, his first gig was touring the world with Wendy & Lisa, and he’s toured or recorded with Jeff Beck, Doyle Bramhall II, Greg Leisz, Pino Palladino, Abe Laboriel Jr., Billy Preston, Tom Waits, Chris Connelly and loads of others, on both guitar and bass. 

Chris Bruce - Beck, Bramhall, Billy Preston, more: 1st STUDIO WORK AT AGE 14!

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com In this Todd Park Mohr interview, the lead singer and guitarist of Big Head Todd and the Monsters, discusses his journey as a musician, the challenges of starting a band, playing with blues legends, and his songwriting process. He shares his favorite songs and reflects on the dark periods in his life. Todd also attributes his success to the quality of his material and the support of his bandmates.  In this conversation, Todd Park Mohr discusses his experiences as a musician and the lessons he has learned throughout his career. He talks about the importance of being in a band and the challenges he faced when refusing to do a music video for his biggest song. He reflects on the regrets he has about that decision and how it may have affected his career.  Todd also shares his love for guitars and the stories behind some of his favorite instruments. He discusses the musicians he has enjoyed playing with and the impact they have had on his music. Todd also talks about the importance of accepting flaws and the changes he has experienced in his personality over the years.   Takeaways Musical influences and experiences shape a musician's journey. Challenges and setbacks are part of the process of becoming successful. Collaborating with legendary artists can be transformative and inspiring. Songwriting is a personal and evolving process that draws from various influences. Favorite songs may not always align with popular hits, but they hold personal significance. Difficult periods in life can be overcome with resilience and support. Success in the music industry requires a combination of talent, hard work, and quality material. The support and camaraderie of bandmates contribute to long-term success and enjoyment. Being in a band every day is the action that matters the most. Regretting decisions can teach valuable lessons about the importance of seizing opportunities. Collecting guitars can be a passion and a retirement fund. Accepting flaws and being less judgmental can lead to better relationships and personal growth.  

Todd Park Mohr, Big Head Todd & The Monsters: HIS HUGE CAREER MISTAKE?

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com On this Bill Wittman Interview: Loads of interesting stories about Bill working his way “behind the glass”... funny stories about connecting and working with Cyndi Lauper, The Hooters, The Fixx, Roger Waters… the making of Time After Time, playing with Allen Toussaint, his 44-year marriage, fencing, his unusual influence for “doing what you like,” being more accepting, and lots more. Really cool, bright guy: Bill Wittman is a producer/engineer/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter whose credits include multi-platinum debut LPs from Cyndi Lauper, Joan Osbourne, The Hooters, The Outfield… and projects with The Fixx, Roger Waters, Mick Jagger, Bob Dylan & others

Bill Wittman - Lauper, Hooters, The Fixx, Roger Waters: ONE STEP AT A TIME

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com In this episode, Craig Garber shares his experiences and insights on maintaining a positive outlook and finding happiness. He discusses the importance of happiness and how it is a choice that everyone can make. Craig reflects on his difficult childhood and how it shaped his perspective on life. He emphasizes the benefits of developing coping skills and managing stress. Craig also talks about the role of belief in a higher power and surrendering outcomes. He highlights the power of gratitude and the impact it has on maintaining a positive attitude. Craig concludes by encouraging listeners to embrace happiness in the present and let go of the past. Takeaways Happiness is a choice that everyone can make. Difficult experiences can shape our perspective and provide opportunities for growth. Developing coping skills and managing stress are essential for maintaining a positive outlook. Belief in a higher power and surrendering outcomes can alleviate stress and anxiety. Practicing gratitude can lead to a more positive attitude. Embracing happiness in the present and letting go of the past is key to finding joy  

Craig Garber: WHY HAPPINESS REALLY IS A CHOICE

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Jacob Petersen Interview: Jacob Petersen came here from Denmark and has had quite an amazing journey. From living in a literal “roach motel” to working in Guitar Center and picking up dog crap… to traveling around the world playing with Steve Miller for the last 10 years Great stories about growing up in a theatrical family in Denmark, a serious health condition which prompted him to move to America… hilarious NYC story, which includes pimps, hookers and bouncers… dealing with depression, anxiety, therapy and coping skills… his cool vintage guitars and the mods he makes, and the story of how he finally got his feet on the ground and gained momentum - leading up to working with Steve Miller. Cool convo, very sincere and honest

Jacob Petersen, Steve Miller: DEPRESSION, ANXIETY & COPING SKILLS

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed &amp; Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games &amp; Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:06 Early Influences and Musical Journey 07:01 Discovering Rock Music and Forming Bands 11:15 Challenges and Trauma in the Desert 13:46 Influence of Kurt Cobain and Resentment 15:33 Starting to Play Professionally 18:59 Transition to Solo Career 22:36 Review of Songs: Razorlike 23:58 Review of Songs: Poet of the Damned 29:59 Review of Songs: Fader 32:47 Review of Songs: The Demon 36:37 Review of Songs: Hideaway 38:42 Confronting Childhood Trauma 50:31 Favorite Guitars 56:06 Worst Gig Ever 57:50 First Album Bought 01:05:12 Unforgettable Moments 01:11:57 Lessons from Getting Older 01:14:12 Best Decision Made 01:15:45 Fatherhood 01:16:01 Energy 01:16:07 Important Lessons from Father 01:19:00 Lessons from Father and Mother 01:20:43 Hobbies and Interests 01:21:26 Favorite Travel Destinations 01:22:35 Best Advice Received 01:24:50 Most Fun Experience 01:25:30 Personal Growth and Change   Summary In this Imaad Wasif interview: Imaad, a musician, artist, guitarist, songwriter, and singer, shares his musical journey and influences with Craig Garber on the Everyone Loves Guitar podcast. Ahmad discusses growing up in Western Canada and the challenges his family faced due to religious persecution.  He talks about discovering rock music and forming bands, as well as the impact of Kurt Cobain and the grunge era. Imaad also shares his transition to a solo career and the inspiration behind some of his songs, including &#39;Razorlike,&#39; &#39;Poet of the Damned,&#39; &#39;Fader,&#39; and &#39;The Demon.&#39; He also discusses his collaboration with Karen O for the movie &#39;Where the Wild Things Are.&#39;  In this part of the conversation, Imaad Wasif discusses his experience with childhood trauma and the importance of confronting it. He also shares his favorite guitars and talks about the worst gig he ever had.  Imaad reflects on the first album he bought and the unforgettable moments he has had in his life. He discusses the lessons he has learned from getting older and the best decision he ever made. Finally, he talks about the energy he possesses and the important lessons he learned from his father. Imaad shares lessons he learned from his father and mother, the importance of recognizing negativity, and the value of discipline.  He also talks about his love for cooking, his favorite travel destinations, and the best advice he has received. Additionally, he reflects on personal growth and the changes he has experienced over the past 10 years.   Takeaways Confronting childhood trauma is essential for personal growth and healing. Favorite guitars can have a significant impact on a musician&#39;s sound and style. Even experienced musicians can have challenging gigs that teach valuable lessons. The fir

Imaad Wasif: OVERCOMES TRAUMA, STOPS MAKING FEAR-BASED DECISIONS

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Buzz Campbell Interview: Buzz talks about losing his mom at a young age and the change in perspective this gave him… how he got connected with Shanana, Lee Rocker, and Brian Setzer… living the rock and roll lifestyle and then turning things around… his cool Gretsch guitars, yoga, veganism, more. VERY cool conversation: Buzz Campbell is the founder of popular rockabilly band Hot Rod Lincoln. He has also been a sideman with Shanana... and Lee Rocker’s guitarist since 2004 - he was the person who encouraged Lee to do his storytelling theatrical show

Buzz Campbell, Hot Rod Lincoln, Lee Rocker: LOSING HIS MOM AT A YOUNG AGE

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/s... 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed &amp; Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games &amp; Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Chapters  00:00 Introduction and Background 01:42 Switching from Drums to Guitar 05:32 Discovering Songwriting 09:11 Taking a Drum Lesson from Bernard Purdie 13:17 Relationship with Father and Attention 16:14 Meeting Steve Gadd 21:47 Reconnecting with Father and Career Opportunities  25:06 Cutting Ties with Family 29:45 Choosing Paula Abdul over Chaka Khan 38:31 Unexpected Encounters 39:30 Life in Vermont 41:21 Meeting Reb Beach 44:15 Memories with Maria Dylan (Bob’s Daughter) 44:36 Taking a Chance on Paul Abdul 48:54 Choosing Paula Abdul over Chaka Khan 50:44 Believing in Yourself 53:36 Dealing with Contracts and Lawyers 58:39 Life After &#39;Forever Your Girl&#39; 01:07:08 Moving Up in the Music Industry 01:12:07 The Financial Impact 01:13:36 Staying Sober Through Success 01:15:36 Star Search and Sobriety 01:25:16 Touring with Rod Stewart 01:44:19 1982 and Prisoners of Rock 02:34:47 The Importance of Sensitivity in Music and Creativity 02:35:58 Favorite Song: &#39;Time Machine&#39; 02:37:07 Top Three Desert Island Discs 02:38:27 Underrated Guitarists: Albert Collins 02:39:37 Lessons Learned from Getting Older 02:40:25 What Oliver Likes Most About Himself 02:41:17 Best Childhood Memory: Zippy the Chimp 02:43:06 Hobbies Outside of Music and Sports: Scuba Diving 02:45:45 Reconciling Negative Voices and Comparisons 02:56:26 The Softening of Oliver&#39;s Personality In this Oliver Leiber Interview: Oliver shares his journey in the music industry and his sometimes harsh &amp; dysfunctional relationship with his father, Jerry Lieber - of Leiber &amp; Stoller songwriting fame. He discusses his transition from drums to guitar, discovering his songwriting abilities, and taking a drum lesson from Bernard Purdie. Oliver also reflects on meeting his musical heroes, including Steve Gadd, and the challenges of reconnecting with his father. He shares the story of turning down a collaboration with Chaka Khan to work with Paula Abdul, highlighting his desire to stand on his own and not rely on his father&#39;s connections. Other stories of unexpected encounters, his time in boarding school in Vermont, and meeting Reb Beach. He also discusses his relationship with Maria Dylan (Bob’s daughter) and the choices he made in his career Oliver reflects on the challenges he faced in the music industry and the tremendous financial &amp; career impact of his first gig as a producer - Paula Abdul’s LP, Forever Your Girl, which sold 50 Million copies. Throughout it all, he emphasizes the importance of believing in oneself and staying sober. Cool stories about his experiences with Star Search, his journey to sobriety, and his time touring with Rod Stewart. He also discusses the importance of sensitivity in music and creativity. He shares his favorite

Oliver Leiber: HUGE SUCCESS W/O DAD's HELP (JERRY LIEBER)

Sean McVay Interview: Really enthusiastic conversation about the serendipity of how Sean started playing guitar… a trip to London that changed his life, getting into audio engineering, learning to lead and collaborate, surviving an “empty room” tour and being thrilled to do it, the joy of making music, fishing, learning “We’re all the same,” and where his great work ethic came from. Super cool! ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support 🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Sean McVay is the guitarist and founder of King Buffalo, an awesome psychedelic hard rock band that’s released 2 LPs & 2 EPs in just 6 years, and is about to release another EP

Sean McVay, King Buffalo: AN AUDIENCE OF ZERO?

☕️Buy me a coffee: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support   🎧 Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:34 Process for Interviews 01:28 Pre-Interview Conversation 02:27 Researching the Guest 03:25 Listening to the Guest's Catalog 03:55 Online Research 05:23 Selecting Questions 06:19 Reading for Inspiration 07:46 Art and Science of Questioning 08:47 Building Connection and Maximizing Engagement 09:45 Customized Questions 10:15 Example of Question Selection 11:13 Conclusion and Well Wishes   Summary In this episode, Craig Garber answers questions about his process for conducting interviews on his show, Everyone Loves Guitar. He explains the extensive preparation he does before each interview, including pre-meeting conversations with guests, listening to their music, and conducting online research. Craig emphasizes the importance of connecting with guests and asking questions that they are passionate about. He also discusses the art and science of question selection, highlighting the need for interesting and engaging questions. The episode concludes with well wishes for the New Year.   Takeaways Preparing for interviews takes an average of eight hours, including pre-meeting conversations, listening to the guest's music, and conducting online research. Craig focuses on building a connection with guests and making them feel comfortable during the interview. He customizes questions based on the guest's interests and current projects. Question selection is a combination of art and science, with Craig constantly reviewing and updating his list of questions.  

Craig Garber: WHAT’S THE ELG INTERVIEW PROCESS / CHOOSING QUESTIONS

Mark Hill Interview: Mark shares a moving story about moving to & getting his first gig in Nashville... playing with Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Kenny Loggins, Keith Urban… dealing with family tragedy and loss, and what he found inside that helped him heal… learning to be in the present, the value of not creating enemies, couple of really cool stories about how he acquired some of his basses, quieting your mind, living below your means, some really valuable life lessons and more Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support Mark Hill is a Nashville first-call session player who started playing at age 5 in his family’s rural Illinois gospel band. He works on over 600 sessions annually and has recorded or toured with The Civil Wars, Kelly Clarkson, Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, Steven Curtis Chapman, Martina McBride, Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Richard Marx, Hank Jr, Kenny Loggins, Luke Bryan, Charlie Peacock and loads of others Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: https://www.GuitarMerch.com 

Mark Hill - REBA, TOBY, URBAN: FAMILY TRAGEDY & LOSS

On this EG Kight Interview: “Suger, why don’t we get us some goats and make some money?” EG was playing country gigs as a child when a mysterious waitress strongly suggested she listen to Koko Taylor. That moment literally changed her life and started her career as a blues artist. The strong influence and role her family had in her personal and professional life… the healing power of the blues… her TRIUMPH of beating death - Twice! Her faith and her sense of humoR, her favorite guitars to play, GREAT “WORST GIG EVER” STORY, her special relationship with nature… HUGE sacrifice she made for her career, coaching Burgess Meredith to sing & her own movie role, unconditional love, photography, goats, why you really need to enjoy each day, kindness, why you CAN get through this, and much more. A lovely, kind, smart artist full of sunshine Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support EG Kight is a singer, songwriter, guitarist & blues artist originally from, and still living in Dublin, GA... on land that’s been in her family for 4 generations. EG's toured the world, had a number of her songs covered by other artists, and has licensed her songs on TV & Movies. Before getting into blues, EG was a country artist who performed regularly on the popular TV show Nashville Now. She’s also the author of a children’s book, “Things I’ve Learned From a Goat,” based on her own experience raising & caring for goats. EG has released 10 Studio LPs since 1997, including her most recent album, Sticks & Strings, which debuted in the Billboard Top 10 Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: https://www.GuitarMerch.com 

EG Kight: VOICE SAID “BE STILL” & SHE AVOIDED DEATH, AGAIN

Jay Blakesberg Interview: LOADS of cool stories: Working with Santana, Jerry Garcia, Joe Satriani, John Lee Hooker, Metallica, Derek Trucks, Levon Helm, Warren Haynes, Duane Betts, Soundgarden, DJ Shadow, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Grateful Dead, John Mayer… becoming a Deadhead and traveling the country selling LSD - and eventually getting arrested & spending 8 months in jail… lessons learned from doing time and how this changed his life for the (much) better, going with the flow and more. REALLY cool guy, very interesting  Discover How to Get Your Music Licensed & Placed in TV, Movies, Video Games & Streaming Services: https://MusicReboot.com Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  Over 300 assignments for Rolling Stone, hundreds of album package credits, hundreds of magazine assignments, not to mention corporate gigs and countless music festival producer and director credits… this is what’s made Jay Blakesberg an in-demand rock photographer for the last 40+ years Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: https://www.GuitarMerch.com 

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