Player's Pick Podcast

Layne and Chrys delve into the intricacies of guitar picks, personal preferences in music, and the philosophical perspectives on life and religion. They explore the importance of failure and growth in the music industry, emphasizing the need for heart and passion in artistic endeavors. The discussion also touches on the significance of appreciating moments and keeping an open mind towards differen...

In this conversation, Brandon Washington discusses his musical journey, personal milestones, and the evolution of his sound as Andosan. He reflects on his experiences in the music industry, the challenges he faced, and the influences that shaped his work. Brandon shares insights into his creative process, the significance of his recent marriage, and his aspirations for future projects, emphasizing...

In this engaging conversation, Baxty, a rising star in the guitar world, shares his journey from a shy boy in Chile to a recognized musician. He discusses the importance of living in the moment, the influence of his family on his musical path, and the challenges he has faced along the way. Baxty emphasizes the significance of community, personal expression in music, and the balance between teachin...

In this episode of the Player's Pick podcast, Alex and Chrys delve into various themes surrounding music, creativity, and personal growth. They discuss the significance of the Jazz 3 guitar pick, Alex's collaboration with Ludacris, daily routines that inspire creativity, and the importance of consistency and confidence in achieving personal goals. The conversation also touches on the value of rela...

First new episode in almost a dang year...sorry about that...I'll try and do better ...here's a chat with the amazing Dean Lamb...I'm a bit rusty and have a new puppy that's been frying my brain.. but Dean's a good dude and let me talk ...maybe too much ...anyway...enjoy :)  Connect with Dean https://www.instagram.com/dean_lamb_ Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick...

*This episode was recorded in May 2023. Thanks for your patience in waiting for new episodes...this being a passion project had to take a backseat in my life in 2023 while putting energy in to other areas of life...not sure how often I'll get around to it in 2024 but I would like to do a few a month if possible. We will see...for now please enjoy this conversation with an absolute legend...Bakithi...

In this recent episode I chat with renowned guitarist Eyal Levi of the metal band Daath, we covered the latest singles, the forthcoming album, his rad metal guitarist podcast Riff Hard and his innovative Unstoppable Recording Machine project. Levi shared some valuable tips around guitar picks as well as a few ideas on how to enhance your recordings and mixes right away, making it a must-listen for...

Jake and I catch up around the new 'Periphery V: Djent is Not a Genre' album, our extensive love for Devin Townsend and finding balance within a democratic creative environment. We talk through Jake's early years and what it was like having John Petrucci as his uncle and first guitar teacher as well, enjoy! Connect with Jake https://www.instagram.com/jakeperiphery/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https:/...

A wild 3hr 'side mission' stream of consciousness chat with an amazing modern composer. Jesse and I talk through all sorts of topics around work, music and life...aaaand some UAP, Roswsell & tinfoil hat sheeeit too 🤘🏼😂 Enjoy! This episode brought you by  @RoswellProAudio Microphones. Check out the Mini K series here: https://roswellproaudio.com/collections/all Connect with Jesse https://www...

Kilian and I catch up and talk about our struggles through the pandemic, crazy tour sleeping situations and the importance of having at least one good friend to help set you straight when self-doubt creeps in, enjoy! Connect with Kilian https://www.instagram.com/kilianduartebass/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast...

Sarah and I chop it up around life, music, talk therapy & how dinosaurs most definitely built the pyramids, enjoy! This episode sponsored by Happy Cable https://happycablecompany.com/collections/the-signature-happy-cable Connect with Sarah https://www.instagram.com/joanne_music/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodc...

Nick shares much about his outlook and approach to both his music and his life as of late...what a phenomenal player and all around human, enjoy! Connect with Nick https://www.instagram.com/nickjohnstonmusic/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pick merch! https://chry...

David takes some time away from being a new father to chat with me about life, music & his main Kiesel guitar used for the writing and recording of Bilo IV, enjoy! Connect with David https://www.instagram.com/davidmaximmicic/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pic...

Javier asks THE question...'is there really anything heavier than Meshuggah?' Press play to hear our thoughts on the topic and many more, enjoy!  Connect with Javier https://www.instagram.com/jjavierreyess/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pick merch! https://chrys-...

Minni Jo is an amazing creative human that weaves her love of EDM, Fantasy, Bowie, Bjork & Ella into her own unique electronic fairy soundscape, enjoy! Connect with Minni Jo https://www.instagram.com/mj.noble/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pick merch! https:/...

Jason has a new signature Ultex Sharp Mini w/ Dunlop and it rips!!! New solo album, new tab book & writing for the new All That Remains album...awwww yeah Bb Player's Pick is back! Enjoy :) Connect with Jason https://www.instagram.com/jasonreevesrichardson/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the...

Chris and I chat about guitars, octave pedals, those old Alien EB3 picks and the new CROBOT album 'Feel This' out now on all platforms, enjoy! Connect with Chris https://www.instagram.com/crobotband/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pick merch! https://chrys-johnson...

Ryan is my oldest guitar playing buddy. We met Pantera together when we were 16, we toured our old Seattle band ONLY HUMAN up and down the West Coast of the US multiple times and we have been guitar and music nerds the whole time. Ryan's solo project IXION has a new album out called ESCALATION OF ARROGANCE available now on all platforms, enjoy! Connect with Ryan https://www.instagram.com/ryanmeran...

Paul and I catch up around his recent efforts to heal and process the loss of long time friends and band mates Sean Reinert & Sean Malone. Hallucinogenic journeys in Jamaica, yoga, meditation, the re-release of Aeon Spoke material and preparing for the 30th Anniversary of Focus, enjoy! Connect with Paul https://www.instagram.com/paulmasvidal/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.c...

Kurt shares great stories and insights around his approach to life, music, guitar building & some sweet studio wisdom from his time with T-Bone Burnett to boot! Enjoy! Connect with Kurt https://bodeans.com/ Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player's Pick merch! https://chrys-jo...

Mat shows off his fresh custom guitars from Kiesel and shares some great insights about the writing process of Puscifer. Catch them on tour starting June 9th in Las Vegas, enjoy! Connect with Mat https://www.instagram.com/matmitchell/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player'...

Ro is a masterful composer and sensational lead player admired by many worldwide. He shares about the struggles of working for someone versus being solely independent and about the risk of releasing an all acoustic album...he's a good egg, enjoy! Connect with Ro https://www.instagram.com/ibuiltthesky/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram....

A wonderful human and a profound player, Adam has deep themes of patience and persistence in life and his music. You are bound to love him and his beautiful playing, enjoy! Connect with Adam https://www.instagram.com/adammillerguitar/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Player'...

John walks us through his new solo album 'Thunderheads', through much of CANDIRIA's history album by album & that one time he asked Nels Cline to play on 300% Density, enjoy! Connect with John https://www.instagram.com/lamacchiamusic/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.com Follow Player's Pick https://www.instagram.com/playerspickpodcast/?hl=en Support the pod by buying some Pla...

'Tone Master' Timmons surprises us with a demo of his yet to be announced signature stereo delay/reverb pedal, speaks about the magic of always staying a student and how important it is to do good things in this life...Andy's new album 'Electric Truth' is out April 1st 2022, enjoy! Connect with Andy https://www.instagram.com/andytimmonsofficial/?hl=en Connect with Chrys https://www.chrysjohnson.co...