Garza sits down in-person with Roman Ibramkhalilov & Eugene Abdukhanov from Ukrainian band JINJER. https://linktr.ee/JINJER
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - A Podcast Years In the Making
01:15 - Musical Technique VS Song Writing
03:39 - Is Jinjer a Technical Band?
06:08 - Writing Songs
08:02 - Recording Techniques Then VS Now
11:00 - Modelers VS Amps On Stage
16:33 - Hiring Ukrainian Crew Members
19:19 - How Jinjer Met & Formed
23:41 - Renting a Mansion in Ukraine as a Band
25:20 - Quitting Their Jobs to Play Music
28:11 - The Early Days, Losing Drummer to Injury
32:40 - How Vlad Joined the Band
36:31 - Approach to Writing
45:01 - Roman’s Signature Jackson Guitar, Not Playing 7 String
48:04 - Jinjer Teaches Garza “Vortex” Guitar Riff
52:09 - The Guys Play Together
53:37 - “As I Boil Ice” Riff
57:16 - Writing Sober
58:06 - New Music
59:44 - Touring With Disturbed, Mainstream Bands
1:02:45 - Watching Bands Live
1:05:09 - Following Instinct VS Setting Goals, Ego
1:07:47 - Following Trends, Passion
1:09:58 - Eugene’s Security Guard Job
1:12:05 - Tipping Culture Differences
1:20:27 - Perfection is Impossible
1:22:10 - Practice & Warm Up Routine
1:24:33 - Difficulty Playing High Gain Amps
1:31:18 - Jackson, Neural DSP, Warlord Guitars
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1:35:19
153 - Heavy Music on National TV, Sick New World Issue & Vegan Turkey
In this solo episode. Garza talks heavy music on TV, Spotify hate & much more!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Thanksgiving, Vet Visits
08:20 - Dangerous Holiday Driving
11:36 - J’s Vegan Turkey
16:33 - Black Friday Mayhem
19:59 - United Kicks
24:50 - Adidas Korn Collab
28:19 - Submit Your Own Garza Podcast Theme Song
31:00 - Fan Question #1, Feelings About Music
34:34 - Fan Question #2, Riff Inspirations
49:43 - Fan Question #3, Draining Feelings
59:45 - Sick New World Not Happening
1:01:52 - Knocked Loose on Jimmy Kimmel, Slipknot on Conan
1:07:26 - Charlie Benante Hates Spotify
1:17:06 - Cobra Kai, Polyphia & Tim Henson
1:20:40 - Garza’s Birthday Plans
1:22:43 - Metal Injection Charity Jam w/ Brandan Schieppati, Ernie’s Birthday
1:24:06 - New Merch!
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1:27:33
152 - CRYPTA: Death Metal, Brazil, Tornadoes & Being Vegan On Tour
Garza sits down in-person with Fernanda Lira & Luana Dametto from Brazilian death metal band CRYPTA. https://linktr.ee/cryptaofficial
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Surviving Tornado Disaster in Illinois
22:15 - Selfie-Related Deaths
23:59 - Starting Crypta After Leaving Nervosa
30:54 - How Luana Started Playing Drums
35:28 - How Long Since They Have Been Home
36:43 - Local Spots in Tapejara, Brazil
38:31 - Being Sober
39:53 - Being Competitive VS Driven
44:28 - Writing Process w/ International Members
48:38 - Announcing Crypta Immediately After Leaving Nervosa
50:24 - Liking Beyonce As A Metalhead
57:42 - Why Metal Has Always Thrived
59:29 - Coming Up With Cool Merch Ideas
1:02:48 - Trusting Each Other w/ Responsibilities
1:03:43 - Disagreements & Compromise
1:06:40 - When Artistic Ideas Don’t Meet Expectations
1:09:37 - Creating the Sound of Crypta
1:17:07 - Vegan Lifestyle on Tour
1:23:19 - Touring w/ Hatebreed, Taking Break to Write New Album
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1:31:13
151 - Almost Getting Into A Fight, First Riff & How To Balance Life
In this solo episode. Garza talks IE deathcore scene, Selena's influence & much more!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introducing “J”
02:23 - Taking On Too Many Responsibilities
03:17 - Homeless Garza, Kaonashi Beanie
03:53 - How “J” Came on Board as Producer
15:28 - Feelings After Mitch Episode
18:25 - Almost Getting Into A Fight, The Brewery Incident
33:43 - Fan Question #1, Texas Family Roots, Selena Connection
44:06 - Fan Question #2, Suicide Silence Grind Influence
51:35 - Fan Question #3, Thoughts on Inland Empire Deathcore Scene
56:35 - Fan Question #4, How To Balance Life
1:08:35 - Fan Question #5, Favorite Unused Riffs
1:13:02 - Garza Voted
1:21:22 - Powerman 5000
1:22:50 - Diddy & R. Kelly Monthly Listeners
1:25:11 - “Supernova Goes Pop” Riff
1:26:20 - 4K N64 Console Drop
1:28:34 - Thank You to Our Members, Merch
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1:32:13
150 - PAIN OF TRUTH: Hardcore, New York Scene & Staying Grounded
Garza sits down in-person with Long Island, NY hardcore band PAIN OF TRUTH. Catch them on tour now! https://linyhc.com
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PAIN OF TRUTH is:
Michael Smith - Vocals
Nik Hansen - Guitar
Ridge Rhine - Guitar
Nick Barker - Drums
Zach Stachura - Bass
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Meeting at Guitar Center
04:31 - Yoga & Meditation
06:31 - Nik’s Motorcycle Injuries
10:15 - New York Hardcore, Childhood Concerts
14:15 - How Pain of Truth Formed
25:46 - Why Michael & Nick Stopped Drinking
35:48 - Energy Drinks, Nicotine & Bad Habits
43:30 - Playing Shows Associated with Drinking & Drugs
45:48 - Writing “Actin’ Up”
55:09 - Collaborating with Freddy Madball
57:33 - Biohazard
1:03:56 - Touring with Dying Wish
1:06:07 - Nik’s 1st Deathcore Band & 1st Shows
1:09:12 - Dealing With Outside Influence, Staying Grounded & Loyal
1:13:12 - Upcoming Tours & Music
1:14:10 - Today’s Hardcore Scene & Audience Crossover
1:19:24 - A Day to Remember
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