Chillin' in the Studio

Send a text  From drumming in Apathy to running Bands for Bands Entertainment, Elan Schwartz has made the leap from the stage to the promoter's chair. He’s booked everything from unknown locals to big-name nationals—and seen all the rookie mistakes along the way. We talk about what bands need to get booked, why most don’t have an EPK, and what really makes a promoter take notice. If you'...

Send a text Christian “Pito” Petersen is a veteran of extreme music with deep roots in the Metal underground. With over ten bands and 35 years under his belt—including the horror-laced assault of Zombie Hate Brigade , the punishing heaviness of Adnauseam , and the raw power of Legion of Death —Pito’s story is one of relentless creativity and scene loyalty. In this episode, we talk band history, ol...

Send a text Al Glassman joins The Tone Lab – Chillin’ in the Studio podcast to talk about a lifetime of heavy music, from starting Goratory at age 14 to Job for a cowboy. He breaks down the chaos and creativity behind all his projects—Stepdad, Serpent of Gnosis, and even a stint with Despised Icon—and what it takes to juggle multiple extreme bands while staying sharp in the studio.  Whether you&ap...

Send a text  In this special roundtable, the core team behind Chillin’ in the Studio looks back at the first nine episodes. We talk about what worked, what didn't, what we learned, and what’s next. From awkward beginnings to breakout guests, behind-the-scenes tech fails, and our favorite moments — this is our honest take on the ride so far. Featuring Jason, Kim, Brian, and Tony.  Support the...

Send a text In Episode 9, we sit down with Jeff Kahn of Skeleton of God — a Death metal pioneer whose influence still echoes today. We talk about the early days with Hideous Corpse, the evolution of Skeleton of God, studio stories, and touch on his sculpture and artwork. From old-school brutality to psychedelic weirdness, Jeff’s journey is anything but typical. Follow along as we explore music, mu...

Send a text From brutal riffs to baroque melodies -Mendel bij de Leij In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio , we sit down with guitarist and composer Mendel bij de Leij to talk about what led him into metal, his intense years touring with Aborted , and how that experience shaped his approach to music. We dig into his career as a Cubase content creator, his orchestral solo work, his love of Bac...

Send a text  In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio , we sit down with guitarist and creative force Zac Joe to talk about the formation of Cephalic Carnage, the wild energy that fueled it, and the evolution that led to his current project, Vimana. We cover everything from early band chaos to finding new creative ground, with a few laughs, road stories, and reflections along the way. Plus Zac dr...

Send a text  In this episode of Chillin' in the Studio , we sit down with Brian Fisher — musician, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and film scorer — to dive into his journey from the early days of bands like Undertaker and Thro Cult to recording and producing his own projects. Brian shares wild show stories, his evolution into home studio recording, and what it’s like to juggle sco...

Send a text  In this episode of Chillin’ in the Studio , we bring together four unique vocalists to talk all things voice—from warmups and crowd control to the creative process and stage nightmares. Whether you're a screamer, rhymer, or just curious about what makes a killer vocal take, this conversation pulls back the curtain.  Support the show 🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio A podcast by The Tone...

Send a text Welcome to The Tone Lab Roundtable: “Artificial Inspiration – AI’s Role in Music & Art” Joined by artist Adam Weinzapfel and Artist/Musician/Producer John Panagulis In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most controversial and fascinating topics in the creative world today: the rise of artificial intelligence in music and visual art. Is AI the ultimate tool for artists?—or t...

Send a text In this inaugural episode of 'Chillin' in the Studio,' Jason Rudy and his bandmates discuss their new project, Plague Rat, focusing on their creative process, the evolution of songwriting, and the challenges of music production. They explore the freedom of creating music without the constraints of  band/music biz pressure and politics, the collaborative nature of their s...

Send a text our 2nd podcast episode of "Chillin in the Studio" meet plague Rat part 2. We bring our other guitarist Jarod from Colorado in to hang with us and work out the kinks before we start to have guest.  This will be a once a week podcast where we talk all things audio and music production, and try to have a little fun while we are at it.  Support the show 🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studio...

Send a text Episode 3: Cy Johnson & Victor Aquila – Chaos, Creativity & Rebuilding after Vic's horrific motorcycle accident. In this episode, we dig into the highs, the lows, and the creative drive that kept them going long after the accident. From road stories to studio secrets, this is a raw, real conversation about making art that matters.  Support the show 🎙️ Chillin’ in the Studi...