The Tone Mob Podcast

My buddy Ryan Plewatki from Demos In The Dark came on the show at long last! On this one, we take a long look at "paid vs unpaid" gear demos, talk about Shaquille O'Neal, gush about Seuf Guitars, and a whole lot more. This was a good look into the thought process that goes into presenting gear in the context of content creation/gear demos. Check out Ryan's Channel HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Supp...

My dude Shelby has returned!! He came on the show quite a while ago back when he worked at a little place called Chicago Music Exchange. He has since struck it out on his own, and created a company called Black Bobbin which is doing some really awesome stuff. We talk about what he has been up to, how the guitar industry is changing, the challenges with starting a guitar shop during the pandemic, a...

This might be the Tone Mob episode that is the most overdue! I explain in more detail on the episode, but Chris and I have been in touch for YEARS. He is an amazing guitarist and a fantastic dude. We got into some heavy music industry stuff, his love of old guitar amplifiers, songwriting, navigating as an artist and a whole lot more! You are going to love this episode. Check them out at their webs...

I am super stoked to bring this one to you! Fran and I really hit it off here. The dude has a great story and has put in THOSE HOURS. We talk about his story, gear and his musical life. There is some really fascinating stuff here. We got into some of his years with All Shall Perish, transitioning into the spotlight rapidly, playing for massive crowds vs real life, and how Light The Torch got off t...

Hey everyone! It is time for a tasty bonus episode featuring my dude Chris DeMakes from the band Less Than Jake, and his show, Chris DeMakes A Podcast. We had a most excellent chat about his musical history, his gear over time, the concept behind his podcast and a whole lot more. Give it a spin, I think you'll really enjoy it. The band's website is https://lessthanjake.com/ TEXT ME (503) 751-8577...

On this episode, Ryan comes back on the show and breaks my heart. He doesn't love the same band that I do and now we cannot possibly be friends anymore. So there you go. Listen to this if you want to hear the end of a beautiful friendship. And then go check out his work at the Fuzzrocious Pedals website. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. Yo...

We did it!!! I have been meaning to get The Guitar Geek himself on this show, and we finally made it happen. Andy and I discussed his history as a musician/entertainer, producing content for YouTube vs a podcast, the importance of mental health, and a whole lot more. This was a truly fun and important episode. I hope you dig it! Andy's Channel is right HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show...

We have something a little different for you on today's episode! Today my friends Devon and Chelsea from Boy Indigo are debuting some fresh new tunes right here on this podcast! Today we listen to three exclusive new tracks, and talk about them at length on this very special edition of the podcast. I'm super excited to get this to you! Huge shoutout to Sweetwater for making this happen, and their...

Another hot one for you! This time I am sitting down with Mr. Thomas Erak from The Fall of Troy, Just Like Vinyl and a bunch of other things. We had a great time discussing his upcoming post-apocalyptic, sci-fi, horror music/art project, his recent pedal obsessions, his musical life and so much more. It is a really fun one and I think you are going to enjoy it. Follow Thomas on Instagram Check out...

So stoked about this one!!! Emily is a fantastic musician out of Austin Texas. She has a KILLER new signature guitar from Epiphone, and some rad new music on the way! This was a great episode! We talked gear, we talked life, and we touched on a very important issue in regards to women in the music industry thanks to a listener question. Check out Emily's music HERE Here is the Harp Project I spoke...

Billy Gibbon's Pearly Gates Les Paul is a legendary instrument. It is arguably one of the most well known 1959 Les Paul Bursts on the planet. Thomas Nilsen is a pickup winder based in the UK who has worked with Billy for years. He recently had the opportunity to scan and make hyper detailed replicas of Billy's guitar called "Whisker Buckers". We talk in great detail about that process and a whole...

Hey, would ya look at that? Mr. Fallon and Mr. Benson are back on the podcast for another episode of total nerdery and Dad-like speculation about the weather and housing market. This was a very special episode spurred on by Brian, and I'm so glad he had the idea. This was an absolute blast. Enjoy! Check out Brian's music right HERE or wherever you get your tunes. In addition to his solo work, he w...

Tom is back!!!! Mr. Kogut came back on the show after a LONG break. This dude makes excellent effects pedals, and is just an interesting guy all around. We talk about integrating guitar effects into the NFT space, how he is doing it and what some of the crazy possibilities might be in the future. As well as BMX. Lots of BMX talk at the end of this one! Enjoy! Check out Tom's work on his website ht...

We have another hot one for you! Steve came on a bit ago to nerd out about, well, guitars! We had ourselves an epic chat and I think you are really going to enjoy it. Pull up a chair, kick up your feet and enjoy yourself some epic podcasting! Check out Steve on Instagram TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear...

We are back with another fresh episode for you! Scott has a truly incredible story and it was so intriguing to hear how his life and company have evolved over time. A fascinating dude making some rad stuff! You are in for a treat with this one! Check out his work HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear bu...

Another HAWT one for you today. This time I'm chatting with my dude Cohen, better known on the internet as SpiralCaster. The dude makes some absolutely ripping demos, and you should definitely check them out. Your ears will thank you! Enjoy the episode folks! Check out his YouTube Channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also...

Been super excited about this one! If I Die First sprung up on my radar last year and their debut EP has been in my ears on a regular basis for months now. Perfect post-hardcore/screamo vibes. Nedarb and I have been chatting on the internet for a bit, and decided we should do an episode! Check out the video for Where Needles and Lovers Collide here. And stream the EP wherever you stream for those...

Here it is. The thing I've been working on for months and can't seem to shut up about. Here is my first solo record. I'm working under the name "American Cyclops" and the album title is "Tom, Do You Have Anything Sharp On You?" It is brought to you by the fantastic folks at Sweetwater. Make sure and show them some love. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon...

Wow. WOW. It has been quite the journey for both Mr. Scott and myself since he last came on the podcast. Catching up was truly fantastic. The man is truly passionate about all this stuff, and i think that comes through in a big way during this conversation. Enjoy the episode! Check out his goods HERE and The JHS Show HERE. TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patr...

At long last, a much requested guest, Mr. Cory Wong! This was honestky a blast. We dig into the music business, producing different ways to release things, why some people need labels, his creative process and a whole lot more. Enjoy it folks! Check out his music HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear bu...

This episode was a blast! Charles is a really cool guy, making really cool amplifiers. We talk about his journey his from the hifi world to guitar amps, their similarities, their differences, and a whole lot more. I think you are really going to enjoy this one! Check out his amps at his website https://www.silktone.org TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon....

An epic re-recording! I'm publishing this kinda late, so apologies, but I am without power and internet at the Shred Shed at the moment.... Anyhow.... I had an epic chat with Rhett, we talk a little guitar, YouTube, and working creatively and whole lot more. This was a great time. I think you'll really enjoy the show. Chekc out Rhett's channel HERE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get e...

Another long, long overdue episode! RJ is a successful touring musician, session dude, and YouTuber. He absolutely SHREDS, loves gear and is a great dude. I had a great time on this episode, and I think you are going to love it too. Check out all his stuff on his WEBSITE TEXT ME (503) 751-8577 Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You can also help out with your gear...

This episode is long overdue! Jessica and I spend the first few minutes gushing about Chris Benson and Benson Amps. Then we get into how she got started playing, her approach to gear, her musical influences, and a whole lot more. This is a truly killer episode, I think you'll really enjoy it. Check out Jessica's music HERE Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon.com/tonemob. You ca...

Dark figures, aliens, bright lights, TAKING CARE OF YOUR BUSINESS, and a whole more. Seriously, this episode is amazing. If you want to hear about aliens, old Italian men offering people shrooms, sleep paralysis, and who knows what else..... Its all on this one. You do not want to miss it. Seriously. Check out Yvette's MUSIC and her Instagram Support the show and get extra episodes over at Patreon...