My guest on the podcast this week is Rohan Sharma aka RO1, musician, keyboardist, and producer. We talk about his journey into music, influences like Dream Theater, his upcoming album “Sunder” coming out November 29th, and the future of his sound. Rohan also dives into collaboration, authenticity in endorsements, and gives great tips for musicians bringing synths into metal.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction and RO1’s Musical Journey

05:33 Upcoming Album “Sunder”

9:23 Collaboration with Other Artists

14:14 Integrating Electronic Textures in Progressive Metal

17:05 Gear Talk: Synths and Effects Pedals

23:13 Songwriting Approaches and Inspirations

24:38 Overcoming Creative Blocks

26:43 The Evolution of 'Sunder'

31:47 Future Directions and New Sounds

38:11 Advice for Aspiring Musicians

43:25 RO1’s Impact and Legacy

44:21 Analog vs Digital Synths

48:36 RO1 invites Toby Peterson (The Omnific) to The Chuggin

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My guest on the podcast this week is Dave Dunsire, guitarist of the band Renesans. We talked the balancing of dual passions as a musician and videographer, offering insights into his creative process and overcoming challenges like burning out.

Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Background

04:17 Journey Through Music Education

09:07 The Renaissance Man: Multi-Disciplinary Approach

13:52 Creative Process and Songwriting

15:26 Emotional Connection in Music

17:33 Guitar Tone and Equipment Choices

23:11 Future Directions in Music

24:41 Touring Adventures and the Music Scene

26:37 Collaborations with Rob Scallon

31:09 Working in The Big Six

36:53 Overcoming Burnout and Life Balance

39:39 Tools and Techniques for Creativity

42:53 Dave’s approach to writing music

45:10 Upcoming Projects and Future Aspirations

47:42 Dave invites musicians to The Chuggin

48:48 Final thoughts and advices for creators

My guest on the podcast this week is Terrance Pettitt, touring & studio drummer, he has filled in for bands like Comeback Kid, The Devil Wears Prada, The Acacia Strain, The Ghost Inside, Great American Ghost and many more bands. In this episode he shares his overall viewpoint about being a touring musician and the challenges he has overcome.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Intro

00:39 Episode starts

1:00 What is a touring musician?

2:16 First contact with drums and main drum kit

3:58 Snare being the core

5:13 Approach to studio vs live shows

7:40 Filling in great bands

9:52 Being a musician while having a relationship

11:14 Terrance take on social media

13:50 Advice for aspiring drummers/musicians

15:20 Positivity is key

16:49 Process for touring with a band

18:28 Balance professional vs personal life

20:19 The role of drummers evolving

21:34 Dream bands to fill in for

24:12 "If I can influence one person to play drums, I'm happy"

25:30 Top 5 films/videogames

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