Player's Pick Podcast

Dennis and I catch up and discuss religion, politics, Black Lives Matter and our recent experiences with all that has been going on in the world. Follow Dennis on IG https://www.instagram.com/mrdturner/

Eric talks about his purpose in life, the clarity of his sobriety and tells the story of how LOVE came and turned it all around for him.  https://www.ericgalesband.com https://www.instagram.com/ericgalesband/ watch this episode on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TPLTsm6wlk

N'namdi and I discuss him being raised in Jamaica by Muslim parents, how that intersects with Rastafarianism and how he came to form a band with Chronixx and play to huge crowds all around the world. https://www.instagram.com/nnamz_/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/chronixxmusic/?hl=en Watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LR4byiUpaA

Ian shows us his latest guitar, talks about his writing process and shares why you shouldn't show your music off until it's done. https://www.bigwreckmusic.com https://www.instagram.com/thornicus/?hl=en Watchthis episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxmA1S0JgHA&t=2646s

Lee and I go deep into exploring the themes of dynamic tension within music, relationships and all of life. Connect with Lee on IG https://www.instagram.com/leeosiris/?... Watch this episode on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6r1vG17sb6g

Jessica talks in depth about how she found and began to practice Tibetan Buddhism, details of her teacher's passing and some of the special ingredients in her meditation practice. Connect with Jess on IG https://www.instagram.com/thecrusher007/?hl=en Watch on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9-WfIT_9x8&t=80s

Cole and I talk about the new original music he's had more time to work on lately, the pleasures of plain celluloid picks and how he wants to puke each time he's about to upload new music. https://colerolland.com Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJbi5dSeBpc&t=1955s

Tim reveals his personal pick approach and we discuss the zen of 'putting in the work' to achieve your goals.  https://timmillermusic.com Watch on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX8SS4aDF5g

Steve and I process our current state of lockdown, the up and the downs and what we are doing to keep ourselves sane in these new times...we eventually get to the picks and music I promise! All things SJ related: www.stevejenkinsbass.com  Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRVJ2tVbiYE&t=5172s

Jose and I catch up and talk through the experience of being sheltered in place for the last month and he shares a bit about his process in writing songs for Anderson Paak and Free Nationals. Jose's IG https://www.instagram.com/josemrios/?hl=en Watch on YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hm5-W5B0p5M

Scott and I chop it up around the current state of things, our daily routines and his super sick Kiesel Guitars! Scott's IG https://www.instagram.com/scott_carstairs/?hl=en Watch on YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIG1jwQMS4I&t=830s

Horace and I catch up for the first time since the shutdown. We talk self-care, daily rituals and his new instrumental acoustic guitar album. https://www.instagram.com/horacebray/?hl=en

Hanging live with Al Joseph & Yas Nomura of HYVMINE talking picks & new music.  Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xU7euvteld4 www.instagram.com/aljosephmusic www.instagram.com/yasutakanomura

Plini and I talk musical innovators and remaining curious for creativity's sake. Check out his music and recommendations on the Player's Pick Podcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/58Qr4a3ohp2Vbv4A05yPaT?si=ejGTzeXARn-vwdCyMHSjXw https://www.plini.co www.gatorcases.com  www. PlayersPickPodcast.com

McRocklin reveals his favorite album of all time and other super secrets of shred 🤘🏼😳 Listen to his music and recommendations on the Player's Pick Podcast Playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gz... https://mcrocklin.com www. PlayersPickPodcast.com 

David and Stephen talk shit about their friends and how they access their creativity. Listen to their music and recommendations on the Player's Pick Podcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2w3FHSMIvrVsdk804crYKG?si=5HM1a-NpS8mXYh-VYIJz3g David Maxim https://davidmaximmicic.bandcamp.com Stephen Taranto https://stephentaranto.bandcamp.com www. PlayersPickPodcast.com

Per and I talk about new standard tuning, his last day job and how music is a magical time machine. Check out his music and his musical picks in this custom playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3UOZjiww9ng2Y7wKHYqcKQ?si=HZ9Huy5gQTe7gT6HeO2Oxw   www. PlayersPickPodcast.com

Ken Susi is the DUDE. Listen to his music and recommendations on the Player's Pick Podcast Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/34jt7O0p5OCJXrewPbhaYE?si=onRG-Cm6TjWsVXnHr1JurA https://www.instagram.com/kensusi/?hl=en  www. Player'sPickPodcast.com

Misha and I talk about our love of bubbly water, long term band dynamics and how he continues to ‘sparks joy’ in his life✨🏎 🤗🎸✨ Check out his music and all the other artist we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/1wtpOthnlyZVEEOKozF8l4?si=oMTjKLEAToSBX5ed7iKxJg

Fred and I talk music, where ancient civilizations went wrong and how strong coffee is an essential component to his mornings ☕️ Check out his music and all the artists we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/2uj0bIx4RyUgyGJxw0XqZO?si=skJrPbOrTkeB0IqX4KV3qQ

Curt shares about his forthcoming country album, growing up in the church, how his faith has evolved and the very first time he heard Prince 👑✨ Check out his music and all the artists we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/1rOXNkh0iYJ1x59msQ8BFL?si=dSRRjFe7S7OVk8YywVf1ag

Clay and I discuss his new found sobriety, share perspectives on death and MF’ing Pantera🤘🏼🤠 Check out a blend of Polyphia and Pantera in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/7apPGO7NVi3C6S7H2JSLTF?si=Oyx5oNNhSXeT5tmYSPtVOw (Photo by Mary Sweeney)

Andre and I go deep on the art of improvisation, developing interesting arrangements for cover songs and the classic folly of negatively comparing ourselves to others. Check out his music and all the artists we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/4we3IHQo6hJ2ZvdNwW6RL6?si=uyTOt8fRRuOqiHHZt9vfhg

‘No good art comes from easy living’ Mark Speer . Check out Mark’s music and all the other artists we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/19aLA5CskWEG5hnLJ5kT5e?si=5EOo6z-XRxK3QBZ4Si1UWA

Annie and I talk musical meditations, cultivating inspiration and the terror of sleep paralysis😳. Check out her music and all the other artists we talk about in this custom curated playlist on Spotify 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 https://open.spotify.com/user/1210407742/playlist/6yzuUQI2do8e5oAfWKh63H?si=VqMRsZqpQsmMFkRSgJmVZg