The Tone Mob Podcast

Blake Wyland & Sound Talent Media

The year was 2015. Show host Blake Wyland intended to start a podcast where he took a deep dive with his guests from the guitar world to explain their rigs. What happened was that, but also a whole lot more. The show quickly evolved into discussions about people's lives. Guitars, pedals, amps, etc. are the central hub of the show, but it really is more about the PEOPLE behind all of it. Both the musicians who use the gear, and the folks that create these magical tools of expression. You can expect chats about songwriting, favorite bands, family, loss, addiction, conspiracy theories, philosophy, and most of all....... food. This podcast goes all over the place. Come take a ride. read less
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Not An Alvarez! w/ Driftwood Guitars
Yesterday
Not An Alvarez! w/ Driftwood Guitars
In this conversation, Blake interviews Chris and Matt from Driftwood Guitars. This is an EXTREMELY YouTube driven episode. (Thanks Rhett Shull!) As the Driftwood Guitars channel has grown, so has the guitar building business and we talk about their approach, how to balance the guitar building side with the video side, negative troll comments, mental health, and a whole lot more! Head over to the Driftwood Guitars website HERE! https://www.driftwoodguitars.com/ And their YouTube HERE https://www.youtube.com/@DriftwoodGuitars Takeaways Building guitars was a hobby that turned into a business YouTube played a significant role in growing their business and connecting with customers. YouTube has revolutionized the guitar world, making it more accessible and exciting. Balancing marketing/promotion work can be difficult, but it's necessary. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:58 Getting Started in Guitar Building 03:01 Transition to YouTube 06:02 The Impact of YouTube on the Business 08:08 The Evolution of YouTube and its Influence 09:31 The Growth of Guitar Podcasts 12:21 The Shift in YouTube's Perception 15:36 The Journey into YouTube 19:46 The Early Days of YouTube 20:45 Creating Quality Content 21:14 Finding Your Voice on YouTube 22:09 Listening to the Audience 23:08 The Power of Momentum 24:18 Discovering Your Niche 25:14 Analyzing Video Performance 26:09 The Importance of Thumbnails and Titles 27:11 The Viewer's Perspective 28:05 The Unpredictability of Video Success 29:24 Balancing Passion and Views 30:27 The Impact on Business 31:09 Expanding Reach and Sales 32:08 Direct Connection with Customers 33:09 Competition and Quality 34:27 The Power of YouTube Algorithms 35:51 The Work Behind the Scenes 38:47 The Balance Between YouTube and Guitar Building 41:27 The Path to Success 44:03 The Role of Luck and Algorithms 45:53 The Power of YouTube Collaborations 46:35 The Importance of YouTube for Creators 47:03 The Evolving Landscape of YouTube 47:55 Balancing YouTube and Guitar Building 48:23 YouTube as a Tool for Business Growth 50:15 Dealing with Negative Comments on YouTube 51:13 Developing Resilience through Online Criticism 52:47 Appreciation for the Online Creator Community 53:32 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts 56:26 Favorite Boss Pedals 59:06 Favorite Kind of Pizza 01:04:02 Closing Remarks Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SHOCK THE FOX!!!
Mar 11 2024
SHOCK THE FOX!!!
Tye Tyler (Shock The Fox)shares his journey from the corporate world slinging cell phones to becoming a full time guitar builder. He discusses his background in woodworking and how he got into building guitars. We also go over the importance of sharing the process of guitar building and engaging with folks in a genuine way. He also talks about the joy of opening a guitar and the satisfaction of building for others. This is a banger of an episode, and you really should check out Tye's work on his webiste HERE: https://shockthefox.com/ Takeaways Sharing the process of guitar building can engage customers and create a deeper connection. Trusting the builder's creativity and giving them freedom can lead to a more exciting and satisfying final product. The joy of receiving a custom guitar is like experiencing Christmas morning as an adult. Innovative approaches and attention to detail can set a guitar builder apart and create a unique product. Chapters 00:00 Technical difficulties 01:00 Introduction and background 03:02 From Oil City to the corporate world 04:22 Transition to woodworking and guitar building 05:46 Bartering for guitars 07:15 Transition from corporate world to guitar building 08:14 Building guitars and the quest for expertise 09:37 Sharing the process of guitar building 11:25 The joy of opening a guitar 20:05 The satisfaction of building for others 22:24 Telling the story of the build 23:21 The fascination with the guitar building process 25:38 The importance of engagement and storytelling 27:07 The excitement of receiving a custom guitar 29:17 Trusting the builder's decisions 30:48 The uniqueness of Tye Tyler's guitar building 36:17 Innovative approaches in guitar building 37:24 Attention to detail in guitar building 37:54 Attention to Detail in Guitar Building 39:00 Neck Resets and Guitar Modifications 42:29 Customizing Guitars and Personal Projects 44:06 Critiquing Traditional Guitar Building Methods 46:21 The Importance of Reinforcement in Guitar Design 50:31 Finding Fulfillment in Guitar Building 57:54 The Balance Between Creativity and Efficiency in Business 01:01:31 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:02:46 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scott Strange Returns! (Templo Audio Devices)
Mar 4 2024
Scott Strange Returns! (Templo Audio Devices)
In this episode, Blake interviews Scott Strange from Templo Audio Devices. They discuss Scott's traveling lifestyle and the challenges of running a business while constantly on the move. Scott shares his approach to finding the right balance and bringing in help to scale his company. They also talk about the importance of specialized skills in business and the human element that is absolutely essential in companies. Finally, Scott introduces some of the new pedals he has been working on and his design process. We also get into the process of translating vintage preamps into pedal form and the importance of embracing imperfections in sound. We also dive into some of Scott's favorite cuisines that are in the town he current resides in. Check out Scott's wares at his website HERE https://templodevices.com/ Takeaways Running a business while traveling requires finding the right balance and bringing in help. Specialized skills are essential for the growth and success of a company. Maintaining the vision and the human element in a company is crucial for its long-term success. Scott has been working on new pedals and has been focusing on simplifying the design while still offering flexibility. Translating vintage preamps into pedal form requires creativity and experimentation. Embracing imperfections in sound can lead to unique and interesting tones. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Living in Mexico 01:40 Scott's Traveling Lifestyle 03:06 Challenges of Running a Business While Traveling 06:41 Finding the Right Balance and Bringing in Help 10:09 The Importance of Specialized Skills in Business 13:06 Managing Growth and Maintaining the Vision 15:49 The Human Element in Companies 20:41 New Pedals and Design Process 28:55 Translating Pedals 30:03 The Outer Limit 32:12 Adding Functionality 34:09 The Real Deal Studio 36:35 Embracing Imperfections 39:00 Vintage Preamps 41:07 The Appeal of Imperfection 43:59 The 2-Track Pedal 47:08 Scaling Production 54:21 Upcoming Products 57:42 The Pocket Studio Comp Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"I Didn't Fall In Love With Guitar To Teach" w/ Dr. Molly Miller
Feb 26 2024
"I Didn't Fall In Love With Guitar To Teach" w/ Dr. Molly Miller
In this conversation, Molly Miller discusses her early start in a family band and her formal education in guitar. She shares her approach to teaching and the importance of balance in her career, which includes performing, teaching, and session work. Molly also talks about her approach to gear and pedals and the challenges of imposter syndrome in the music industry. She offers tips for traveling musicians and emphasizes the importance of self-care and staying centered while on tour. In this conversation, We also get into the benefits of limitations in creativity, and the all important element of gratitude. Molly's website is HERE: https://www.mollymillermusic.com/ Takeaways Molly is intensely focused on guitar, specifically. Balancing exercise with travel can be challenging, but planning and flexibility can help. Finding the right gear and equipment is a personal process, and it's important to have setups that work well for individual preferences and situations. Limitations can foster creativity and lead to new discoveries in music-making. Gratitude for the opportunities in life and the ability to pursue passions is important for personal fulfillment. The Molly Miller Trio has an upcoming record release and tours planned for the future. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:23 Early Musical Journey 03:02 Formal Education and Academic Approach 06:36 Balancing Different Musical Paths 10:10 Career Goals and Evolution 16:18 Love for Gear and Pedals 19:06 Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt 26:06 Famine Mentality in the Music Industry 30:05 Tips for Traveling Musicians 32:44 Maintaining Balance and Centeredness on Tour 33:49 Self-Care and Exercise 34:35 Balancing Exercise and Travel 35:28 Love for Nashville 36:16 Stability During the Pandemic 37:23 The Changing Landscape of Nashville 37:49 Gear and Equipment 38:55 Finding the Right Gear 39:19 Molly's Touring Rig 40:13 Favorite Pedals and Amps 41:13 Favorite Pedal Brands 42:22 The Challenge of Reconfiguring Pedal Boards 43:09 Blake's Vertical Pedal Board Setup 43:33 The Benefits of a Hybrid Digital and Analog Setup 44:38 The Ever-Changing Nature of Pedalboards 45:53 The Importance of Limitations in Creativity 46:38 Making Music for the Love of It 48:16 Reflecting on Childhood Dreams 49:30 Gratitude for the Opportunities in Life 50:11 The Wonder of Everyday Life 51:38 The Humility of Being a Musician 52:41 Upcoming Record Release and Tours 53:29 Favorite Boss Pedal 54:05 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Clickbait OK? w/ Landon Bailey
Feb 19 2024
Is Clickbait OK? w/ Landon Bailey
In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. (Its always good to have buddies!) We also discuss the evolution of YouTube and the changing landscape of the platform. Landon shares his journey from being in a band to starting his YouTube channel and how he found his niche. (We also get into the unpredictability of the platform, and the difficulties of explaining their work to others and the perception of being a YouTuber/podcaster.) Landon and I also get into the topic of soundproofing and how we built out our studios for content creation SECOND and loud amps FIRST. We also discuss the misconceptions surrounding soundproofing and the importance of using the right materials. Finally, they discuss the weird side of doing this for a living and the impact it can have on mental health. In this portion of the chat, Landon and Blake discuss a range of topics, from dark thoughts and serial killers to the permanence of the internet. We get real weird with it! Takeaways Networking and building relationships in the industry is crucial for content creators. Finding your niche and creating content that resonates with your audience is key to success. Soundproofing and building a dedicated studio space can greatly improve the quality of your content. Incorporating and understanding the business side of content creation is important for long-term success. Many people have misconceptions about soundproofing and believe that certain products or techniques are effective when they are not. Soundproofing projects can be challenging and require a lot of time, effort, and research. Soundproofing in apartments can be difficult due to limitations on modifications. Exploring new technology in music gear can enhance the creation process. Being a content creator comes with its own set of challenges, including the unpredictability of YouTube algorithms and the outside perception of being a YouTuber or Podcaster. Subscriber engagement and success on YouTube can be inconsistent and difficult to predict. A large online presence can have a dark side and impact mental health. The internet never forgets, and everything you say or do online can be permanent. Having fun should be a priority, even in professional pursuits like music. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gear Fest 07:15 Getting Started in Content Creation 17:33 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation 23:16 Finding Your Niche and What Works 26:11 Soundproofing and Building a Studio 29:37 The Importance of Incorporating and Business Side of Content Creation 31:26 Acoustic Caulk and Soundproofing 32:09 Misconceptions about Soundproofing 35:01 The Uncertainty of First Time Soundproofing Projects 36:15 Challenges of Soundproofing in Apartments 37:21 Exploring New Technology in Music Gear 39:37 Future Projects and Collaborations 43:30 Navigating the Perception of Being a YouTuber 45:11 The Difficulty of Explaining What You Do 49:18 The Challenges of Being a Content Creator 53:11 The Unpredictability of YouTube Success 56:06 The Mystery of YouTube Algorithms 59:35 The Inconsistency of Subscriber Engagement 01:01:11 The Dark Side of Fame and Online Presence 01:02:10 Dark Thoughts and Serial Killers 01:03:00 The Forgetfulness of Live Streams 01:03:47 The Permanence of the Internet 01:04:15 Landon's Channel and Having Fun 01:05:15 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:06:20 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dreaming Up Songs. Literally. w/ Justyna Kelley & Eddie Gore
Feb 12 2024
Dreaming Up Songs. Literally. w/ Justyna Kelley & Eddie Gore
Summary Justyna Kelley is a "Nashville-by-way of France" recording artist, producer, songwriter, actress, and a whole bunch of other stuff! In this conversation, Justyna and Blake discuss her background in music, her work as a producer, and her love for different genres. Justyna shares her experiences growing up in Nashville and being surrounded by country music. She also talks about her journey as a musician and how she ended up living in Paris. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of putting oneself out there and finding your people. She also shares stories about her guitars. Later in the conversation, Eddie joins the chat to discuss Steve Cropper's guitars, how Justyna and himself work together, and a whole lot more! including writing from titles and finding sources of inspiration. They also share their experiences with song ideas coming from dreams and the importance of using the mighty voice memo app! You are going to like this one! Check out Justyna's website HERE: https://www.justynakelley.com/ Give her a follow on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/justynakelley If you'd like to work with Eddie and Justyna check out their website HERE: https://www.eddieandjusty.com/ Takeaways Writing from titles can be a methodical approach to songwriting. Song ideas coming from dreams Having a simple rig and a few versatile electric guitars can be effective for live performances. Working in TV and film can involve writing music specifically tailored to the project. Sometimes a change of scenery is what you need. Cheese pizza and bacon cheeseburger pizza. We'll leave it at that. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:25 Working in the Studio 11:19 Understanding the Role of a Producer 13:46 The Joy of Collaborative Music Making 15:11 Early Musical Influences 22:26 Exploring Different Genres 25:37 Living in Paris and the Influence of Travel 30:16 Favorite Guitars and Songwriting 33:25 The Significance of Instruments 34:12 Tom Waits Story 35:16 Personal Writing Process 36:39 Writing from Titles 37:12 Methodical Approach to Songwriting 37:25 Finding Inspiration 38:11 Song Ideas in Dreams 39:33 Using Voice Memos 40:28 The Importance of The Voice Memo App 44:46 Justyna's Personal Rig 45:45 Electric Guitars 52:26 Working in TV and Film 57:03 Justyna's Music and Album 58:54 Favorite Boss Pedal 01:00:46 Favorite Kind of Pizza Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Baizley Talks Baroness and Visual Art
Feb 5 2024
John Baizley Talks Baroness and Visual Art
Summary In this episode, host Blake Wyland interviews John Dyer Baizley from the band Baroness. They discuss the band's touring rig and guitar setup, the importance of band chemistry, and the role of the song and audience in live performances. John also shares insights into the band's intuitive approach to songwriting and the exploration of ideas that don't fit the band's sound. Additionally, they touch on John's visual artistry and his influences as an artist. Custom Rickenbackers, favorite BOSS Pedals, and of course pizza are the topics of the day! You are going to enjoy this! Takeaways Band chemistry is crucial for creating a balanced and dynamic live performance. The role of each band member is to support and enhance the overall sound, rather than seeking individual attention. The band's writing process is a combination of structured and intuitive approaches, allowing for creative exploration and discovery. Trusting instincts and embracing creativity without overthinking can lead to unique and exciting musical moments. John's visual artistry is influenced by a variety of artists and mediums, and he continues to explore and evolve as an artist. Trying different pizzerias around the world can be a fun and delicious experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Touring 02:06 Touring Rig and Guitar Setup 05:00 Custom-Built Rickenbacker 06:29 Finding the Right Gear 08:54 Balancing Tonal Characteristics 11:48 The Importance of Band Chemistry 13:38 Supporting Each Other as Band Members 16:32 The Role of the Song and Audience in Live Performances 19:06 Creating Dynamic Performances 21:33 The Evolution of the Band's Writing Process 23:20 The Intuitive Approach to Songwriting 25:13 Trusting Instincts over Intelligence 27:31 Exploring Ideas that Don't Fit the Band 32:17 John's Visual Artistry 37:20 Influences and Artistic Journey 48:26 John's Five Influences 52:26 Closing Remarks 54:35 Favorite Kind of Pizza 55:22 Exploring Pizzerias Around the World Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices