John Avilla

Flash Band

Arts EN ↓ 5 episodes

Welcome to Flash Band , a podcast series from Sound Union that brings our community’s heartbeat to life—one story, one song at a time. Each episode invites you into the musical journeys of Sound Union members, the people who make Sound Union more than just a studio. You’ll meet prosumer musicians from all walks of life: knowledge workers, entrepreneurs, and lifelong hobbyists who’ve made music a priority, no matter where their path began. In every episode, you’ll hear about the spark that started it all—those first moments with an instrument, the setbacks and comebacks, the gigs that went side...

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John Avilla

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Jonathan Mayer - Drums 20.01.2026 50:43

On this episode of Flash Band, we sit down with award-winning producer, Jonathan Mayer, whose work has defined the sound of iconic game franchises like Call Of Duty, The Last of Us, and Uncharted. But behind the studio credits is a lifelong musician who still thrives on collaboration, experimentation, and the sheer joy of making music. Jonathan shares his journey from a music-loving household to b...

Andy Swanson - Acoustic Guitar/Vocals 15.01.2026 42:37

Join host John Avilla as he sits down with Andy Swanson to explore his rich musical journey. From his early days with the saxophone to picking up the guitar in college, Andy shares how music has been a constant companion alongside his successful tech career. The episode delves into the emotional connections music fosters, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and the joy of creating music with othe...

Robert May - Lead Guitar 15.01.2026 45:10

In this episode of Flash Band, host John Avilla sits down with Robert May to explore his fascinating musical journey. Starting with guitar lessons at age seven, Robert's passion for music was ignited by Van Halen's 'Eruption.' From Cleveland basement bands to the Guitar Institute of Technology, Robert's path took a professional turn into business and venture capital, where he witnessed paradigm-sh...

Mike Claire - Keys 15.01.2026 38:48

In this episode of "Flash Band," host John Avilla sits down with Mike Clare, a lifelong musician and former community college president, to explore the profound impact of music on his life. From childhood memories of drumming on lunchboxes to navigating a high-pressure career in education, Mike shares how music has been a constant source of joy and mental well-being. Tune in to hear about his jour...

Lisa Gleaton - Vocalist 15.01.2026 37:25

In this episode of Flash Band, host John Avilla sits down with Lisa Gleaton, a passionate vocalist and career educator, to explore her lifelong journey with music. From singing along to AM radio during childhood road trips to leading a teacher's band, Lisa shares her experiences of finding her voice and the joy of musical collaboration. Discover how her first jam session led to an unforgettable vo...