{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Gitfiddles and Paradiddles","home_page_url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm","feed_url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/json","description":"Gitfiddles & Paradiddles is a two man team set on helping the working musician. With over 40 years of combined playing, touring and studio experience, we want to help you navigate through the vast world of the working musician. It's also just plain fun to talk about all things music, sports, tv and much more! Come join us. ","_fireside":{"subtitle":"A Podcast for music and other fun topics","pubdate":"2022-05-10T05:00:00.000-04:00","explicit":true,"copyright":"2024 by Chris Mathis & Jon Mobley","owner":"Chris & Jon","image":"https://assets.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images/podcasts/images/a/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/cover.jpg?v=4"},"items":[{"id":"62ad9239-12d6-4c55-96ae-17928b571585","title":"Episode 50: The Great Tube Shortage","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/50","content_text":"What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds. \n\nWe also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details.\n\nThank you all for the support.\n\nEpisode 50... Let’s go! ","content_html":"

What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds.

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We also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details.

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Thank you all for the support.

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Episode 50... Let’s go!

","summary":"Episode 50 has arrived! We are so excited to have made it to episode 50. Come dive in and celebrate with us. ","date_published":"2022-05-10T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/62ad9239-12d6-4c55-96ae-17928b571585.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":52905712,"duration_in_seconds":2645}]},{"id":"27f6c431-ae8e-4a44-b9d0-bedde505999c","title":"Episode 49: The Art of the Pivot","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/49","content_text":"Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter. ","content_html":"

Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter.

","summary":"In the age of Covid, musicians have had to rethink how they earn a living and stay relevant in the music industry. The art of the pivot is essential. ","date_published":"2022-02-15T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/27f6c431-ae8e-4a44-b9d0-bedde505999c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":59064340,"duration_in_seconds":2953}]},{"id":"2aae06fc-55aa-4b38-a792-7f442f2339bc","title":"Episode 48: Did Covid kill the touring musician?","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/48","content_text":"Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive. ","content_html":"

Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive.

","summary":"Did Covid kill the tour musician? If you ask us, we think so. In this episode we dive into the ways that Covid, mandates and main stream media have played a role in the slow demise of the touring musician. ","date_published":"2022-02-01T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/2aae06fc-55aa-4b38-a792-7f442f2339bc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":64302936,"duration_in_seconds":3214}]},{"id":"c4f6da15-ab9e-44f2-9537-7c4662b36aaa","title":"Episode 47: Modern P&W vs Sideman","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/47","content_text":"Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you. \n\nIn this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.\n\nOf course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude. \n\nHappy New Year, everyone! ","content_html":"

Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you.

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In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.

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Of course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude.

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Happy New Year, everyone!

","summary":"In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship environment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.","date_published":"2022-01-11T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/c4f6da15-ab9e-44f2-9537-7c4662b36aaa.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":78262773,"duration_in_seconds":3912}]},{"id":"cdd442ec-a09a-450a-aac4-98c8723c6e2b","title":"Episode 46: Back To The 80's: Part 1","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/46","content_text":"New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback?\n\nIt’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper? \n\nIn this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves? ","content_html":"

New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback?

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It’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper?

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In this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves?

","summary":"The sound of the 80's is making a comeback. Some people love it, some people may hate it. But one things for sure, history always repeats itself.","date_published":"2021-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/cdd442ec-a09a-450a-aac4-98c8723c6e2b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":59844879,"duration_in_seconds":2992}]},{"id":"a4ac72b3-4cf5-4066-9722-e40a4c614095","title":"Episode 45: Does The Stage Determine Success? ","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/45","content_text":"A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking. ","content_html":"

A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking.

","summary":"What’s the first thing someone asks you when you tell them you’re a professional musician?","date_published":"2021-08-17T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/a4ac72b3-4cf5-4066-9722-e40a4c614095.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":68742976,"duration_in_seconds":3436}]},{"id":"b337afde-f80b-4546-bdeb-9f29d5e9d470","title":"Episode 44: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 2","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/44","content_text":"We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades. \n\nWe are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time. \n\nWe’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey! ","content_html":"

We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades.

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We are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time.

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We’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey!

","summary":"Part two is a special one for us because we get to talk about the albums that influenced us the most from the 90’s. Strap in!","date_published":"2021-08-03T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/b337afde-f80b-4546-bdeb-9f29d5e9d470.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":85212911,"duration_in_seconds":4260}]},{"id":"da48c466-abc7-4549-b4b5-76bd77e56378","title":"Episode 43: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 1","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/43","content_text":"The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here. \n\nCome join us! ","content_html":"

The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here.

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Come join us!

","summary":"In this episode we dive deep into the 90's. Home recording, ADAT, and the mighty Pro Tools all came into existence in this decade. ","date_published":"2021-07-14T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/da48c466-abc7-4549-b4b5-76bd77e56378.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":79637336,"duration_in_seconds":3981}]},{"id":"115abd54-b34e-4b43-a169-db3a33815527","title":"Episode 42: Recording Techniques: Part 3 - The 80's","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/42","content_text":"The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us! \n\nIn this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way! \n\nThis was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it. \n\nLONG LIVE THE 80's!!!","content_html":"

The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us!

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In this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way!

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This was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it.

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LONG LIVE THE 80's!!!

","summary":"The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us. Join for a trip back as we discuss what made it special for us!","date_published":"2021-03-03T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/115abd54-b34e-4b43-a169-db3a33815527.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":93836977,"duration_in_seconds":4691}]},{"id":"5b773cdc-1868-4f5e-986e-d53e5e81312b","title":"Episode 41: Recording Techniques: Part 2","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/41","content_text":"Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come. \n\nTune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more. ","content_html":"

Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come.

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Tune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more.

","summary":"We've arrived at the 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. This is such a HUGE decade for music! ","date_published":"2021-02-03T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/5b773cdc-1868-4f5e-986e-d53e5e81312b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41411522,"duration_in_seconds":3450}]},{"id":"892d89fd-a108-466c-967c-aa1d119f1b3a","title":"Episode 40: Recording Techniques: Part 1","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/40","content_text":"In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music.\n\nThis episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more.\n\nThank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support. \n\nJon & Chris","content_html":"

In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music.

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This episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more.

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Thank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support.

\n\n

Jon & Chris

","summary":"Episode number 40! We are so excited to have hit this number and are looking forward to many more. ","date_published":"2021-01-20T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/892d89fd-a108-466c-967c-aa1d119f1b3a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34115522,"duration_in_seconds":2842}]},{"id":"0d793289-b1d3-4884-83b4-c23a52393fe5","title":"Episode 39: The Return","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/39","content_text":"We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us. \n\nWe all know 2020 was a year like no other. But is it possible to sum it up in one word or phrase? Probably not. It tested the world in so many ways and left us different than how started. \n\nThe two of us looked long and hard at when (or if) we would bring the podcast back to life. Well, rest assurd the show is alive and well and we're ready to take on 2021! \n\nA BIG Thank You to all the listeners out there that stuck with us as we took a hiatus away from the show. \n\nBoth of us are excited for what the future holds and hope you are too. \n\nJon & Chris","content_html":"

We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us.

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We all know 2020 was a year like no other. But is it possible to sum it up in one word or phrase? Probably not. It tested the world in so many ways and left us different than how started.

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The two of us looked long and hard at when (or if) we would bring the podcast back to life. Well, rest assurd the show is alive and well and we're ready to take on 2021!

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A BIG Thank You to all the listeners out there that stuck with us as we took a hiatus away from the show.

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Both of us are excited for what the future holds and hope you are too.

\n\n

Jon & Chris

","summary":"We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us. ","date_published":"2021-01-06T02:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/0d793289-b1d3-4884-83b4-c23a52393fe5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35296988,"duration_in_seconds":2941}]},{"id":"6f186589-4f5c-4f1d-9eb1-9affc50c9162","title":"Episode 38: Musicianship: Alive and Well","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/38","content_text":"This episode is one that Jon and Chris we’re excited to get out. We recap our incredible time going to see three of our favorite bands and the awesome events that transpired from it. \n\nPLUS… We dig deep into one of our favorite songs from a timeless band. \n\nJoin us. ","content_html":"

This episode is one that Jon and Chris we’re excited to get out. We recap our incredible time going to see three of our favorite bands and the awesome events that transpired from it.

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PLUS… We dig deep into one of our favorite songs from a timeless band.

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Join us.

","summary":"This episode has it all. \r\n\r\nA band that’s been on hiatus for 9 years, comes back. A deep dive into one of our favorite tracks from them. \r\n\r\nAND… Musicianship is alive and well… what!? ","date_published":"2020-03-16T15:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/6f186589-4f5c-4f1d-9eb1-9affc50c9162.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41751949,"duration_in_seconds":3478}]},{"id":"9e012fe7-99e6-4629-b295-1588c1850fa9","title":"Episode 37: NAMM Show Favorites and Midi 2.0","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/37","content_text":"In this episode we highlight our favorite gear from the NAMM Show that took place this past January in Anaheim, CA. \n\nJon and Chris also dive deep into the new Midi 2.0 protocol that was introduced at the NAMM show as well. \n\nHope you guys enjoy! ","content_html":"

In this episode we highlight our favorite gear from the NAMM Show that took place this past January in Anaheim, CA.

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Jon and Chris also dive deep into the new Midi 2.0 protocol that was introduced at the NAMM show as well.

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Hope you guys enjoy!

","summary":"It’s 2020 and we’re back! \r\n\r\nThis is our first episode of the year and it feels good to be back at it. ","date_published":"2020-02-10T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/9e012fe7-99e6-4629-b295-1588c1850fa9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":45462173,"duration_in_seconds":3788}]},{"id":"17b252ec-f7a5-412a-be0a-c9d150c5efbe","title":"Episode 36: The G & P Year End Review","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/36","content_text":"2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year. \n\nIn this episode we breakdown our favorite albums, artist, musicians, movies, tv shows and so much more. Come join us as we cap off this past year. \n\nA huge thank you goes out to all of our listeners and supporters over this part year. We couldn't do it without you. \n\nHere's to 2020! 🍻","content_html":"

2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year.

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In this episode we breakdown our favorite albums, artist, musicians, movies, tv shows and so much more. Come join us as we cap off this past year.

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A huge thank you goes out to all of our listeners and supporters over this part year. We couldn't do it without you.

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Here's to 2020! 🍻

","summary":"2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year. Join us! ","date_published":"2019-12-23T13:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/17b252ec-f7a5-412a-be0a-c9d150c5efbe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42808968,"duration_in_seconds":3567}]},{"id":"27ea78ed-1c96-4635-b1c9-f9ef7434de21","title":"Episode 35: Making It vs Making It","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/35","content_text":"The music industry is a tricky thing. This whole “make it” thing can get you twisted up. But don’t worry, there’s always a way through this confusing business. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown just what it means to make it in the music business and how you can “make it” your own way. \n\nIn this episode we feature one of our favorite bands from the early 90's. \n\nDon't miss this one! ","content_html":"

The music industry is a tricky thing. This whole “make it” thing can get you twisted up. But don’t worry, there’s always a way through this confusing business. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown just what it means to make it in the music business and how you can “make it” your own way.

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In this episode we feature one of our favorite bands from the early 90's.

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Don't miss this one!

","summary":"Are you confused yet? Let us break it down for you in this episode all about the differences in making it in the music industry. And how you can call the shots. ","date_published":"2019-12-09T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/27ea78ed-1c96-4635-b1c9-f9ef7434de21.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":46038643,"duration_in_seconds":3836}]},{"id":"e99585c1-5c79-41f6-9137-4721ff684fda","title":"Episode 34: Musical Walkabout","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/34","content_text":"The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison. \n\nIn this episode we get into what we like to call a “Musical Walkabout”. This is when you go down a musical path that you may not be familiar with and want to strengthen it or just explore the genre more. Some players may do this to add value to an area / genre they’re already familiar with but want to return to the core elements of it and freshen their approach. \n\nDuring this episode Chris recounts the past year during his own musical walkabout and breaks down what he learned and the importance of moderation. ","content_html":"

The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison.

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In this episode we get into what we like to call a “Musical Walkabout”. This is when you go down a musical path that you may not be familiar with and want to strengthen it or just explore the genre more. Some players may do this to add value to an area / genre they’re already familiar with but want to return to the core elements of it and freshen their approach.

\n\n

During this episode Chris recounts the past year during his own musical walkabout and breaks down what he learned and the importance of moderation.

","summary":"The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison. ","date_published":"2019-11-25T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/e99585c1-5c79-41f6-9137-4721ff684fda.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34709546,"duration_in_seconds":2892}]},{"id":"f186fad5-d60b-44ae-afbf-20e671d3f62b","title":"Episode 33: Vanity Metrics","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/33","content_text":"We promised consistent content and here we are! Glad to be bringing New episodes on a weekly basis.\n\nDuring this episode we discuss the legal struggle that Taylor Swift is going through currently with her former label.\n\nWe also dive deep into the use of social media and its affects on upcoming, established artist and musicians.\n\nA big thanks to all the listens out there supporting us! ","content_html":"

We promised consistent content and here we are! Glad to be bringing New episodes on a weekly basis.

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During this episode we discuss the legal struggle that Taylor Swift is going through currently with her former label.

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We also dive deep into the use of social media and its affects on upcoming, established artist and musicians.

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A big thanks to all the listens out there supporting us!

","summary":"Taylor Swift AND Social Media in one episode. Yep! Join us, we’re diving deep in this one. ","date_published":"2019-11-18T11:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/f186fad5-d60b-44ae-afbf-20e671d3f62b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41268266,"duration_in_seconds":3438}]},{"id":"34f73012-a942-4c19-87e5-c5d3fa4187ae","title":"Episode 32: Revolutionizing the Drum Set?","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/32","content_text":"G & P is back and with a vengeance!\n\nWe’ve been away but we had good reason. But have no fear, G & P is back on track and stronger than ever! \n\nIn this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation. \n\nWhat’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward? \n\nIs it needed? \n\nLet us know at - gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com ","content_html":"

G & P is back and with a vengeance!

\n\n

We’ve been away but we had good reason. But have no fear, G & P is back on track and stronger than ever!

\n\n

In this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation.

\n\n

What’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward?

\n\n

Is it needed?

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Let us know at - gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com

","summary":"G & P is back and with a vengeance!\r\n\r\nIn this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation. \r\n\r\nWhat’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward? ","date_published":"2019-11-11T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/34f73012-a942-4c19-87e5-c5d3fa4187ae.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":22780468,"duration_in_seconds":1898}]},{"id":"189db221-02ff-49c0-9a89-897e02272d33","title":"Episode 31: One Year Anniversary ","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/31","content_text":"It’s our one year anniversary! 🎉 We can’t believe it’s been a whole year since we started this podcast. It’s been an amazing year. We’ve learned a lot about what it means to be a podcast host and to run an internet show. \n\nWe are so thankful for all of our listeners and couldn’t do this without all of you! \n\nJoin us for an episode of reflection and looking forward to the coming years of the show. \n\nOne year down, many more to go. 🍻\n\nThank you, Thank you.\n\n\nChris & Jon\n","content_html":"

It’s our one year anniversary! 🎉 We can’t believe it’s been a whole year since we started this podcast. It’s been an amazing year. We’ve learned a lot about what it means to be a podcast host and to run an internet show.

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We are so thankful for all of our listeners and couldn’t do this without all of you!

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Join us for an episode of reflection and looking forward to the coming years of the show.

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One year down, many more to go. 🍻

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Thank you, Thank you.

\n\n","summary":"One year down, many more to go. 🍻","date_published":"2019-09-30T05:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/189db221-02ff-49c0-9a89-897e02272d33.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33069474,"duration_in_seconds":2755}]},{"id":"14ab8c9b-065e-4b73-804b-e3135ba7a5f7","title":"Episode 30: Musical Cosmos","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/30","content_text":"Episode 30! Let’s celebrate! \n\nIn this episode we breakdown our favorite Georgia sports teams as well as give predictions for the upcoming MLB playoff season. \n\nNeilson provided us with there Mid-Year music sales report. We dive into this report and reveal the staggering numbers that it shows. \n\nMusic through video consumption is climbing, digital streaming is surging and vinyl is still on the rise. \n\nJoin us for this fun episode! \n\nNeilson Report:\n\nhttps://www.nielsen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/nielsen-us-music-mid-year-report-2019.pdf","content_html":"

Episode 30! Let’s celebrate!

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In this episode we breakdown our favorite Georgia sports teams as well as give predictions for the upcoming MLB playoff season.

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Neilson provided us with there Mid-Year music sales report. We dive into this report and reveal the staggering numbers that it shows.

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Music through video consumption is climbing, digital streaming is surging and vinyl is still on the rise.

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Join us for this fun episode!

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Neilson Report:

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https://www.nielsen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/nielsen-us-music-mid-year-report-2019.pdf

","summary":"Billy Ray Cyrus is getting richer and Neilson gave us a look at how the music industry is doing. Lets break it down. ","date_published":"2019-09-23T12:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/14ab8c9b-065e-4b73-804b-e3135ba7a5f7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34923959,"duration_in_seconds":2909}]},{"id":"29fc6fa4-2a52-4bf0-be90-80403a89d0b9","title":"Episode 29: Stay The Course","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/29","content_text":"In this episode we dig into a news article about streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. Of course this is a topic of much debate. Chris and Jon are pretty passionate about this topic and are pretty outspoken over this. Where do you stand? \n\nWe get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? Jon and Chris jump into this and give a lot of insight on ways to make it as a full time working musician. \n\nDon't give up. Stay the course! ","content_html":"

In this episode we dig into a news article about streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. Of course this is a topic of much debate. Chris and Jon are pretty passionate about this topic and are pretty outspoken over this. Where do you stand?

\n\n

We get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? Jon and Chris jump into this and give a lot of insight on ways to make it as a full time working musician.

\n\n

Don't give up. Stay the course!

","summary":"During this episode we dig into a news article about multiple streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters.\r\n\r\nWe get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially?","date_published":"2019-08-19T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/29fc6fa4-2a52-4bf0-be90-80403a89d0b9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":43793889,"duration_in_seconds":3649}]},{"id":"a6b6f42a-1f30-40e9-b2a5-a0673025e703","title":"Episode 28: Python Skin & Jet Lag","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/28","content_text":"We are back in full swing here at G&P! \n\nLife is busy but we're back on our regularly scheduled programing. \n\nIn this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. Dive in and hear about how things went for him. From rehearsal, the flights, the layovers and all 4 gigs. Jon gives us great detail along the way. Good, bad and ugly! ","content_html":"

We are back in full swing here at G&P!

\n\n

Life is busy but we're back on our regularly scheduled programing.

\n\n

In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. Dive in and hear about how things went for him. From rehearsal, the flights, the layovers and all 4 gigs. Jon gives us great detail along the way. Good, bad and ugly!

","summary":"In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs.","date_published":"2019-08-12T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/a6b6f42a-1f30-40e9-b2a5-a0673025e703.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42260083,"duration_in_seconds":3521}]},{"id":"e9593d7c-1872-49b6-a984-4fa7dee5604f","title":"Episode 27: Aliens and Conjured Effects","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/27","content_text":"Fly Dates. In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Jon gives us some great insights on his most recent preparation for a fly date / gig he has coming up soon. \n\nWhat kind of gear should you bring? What gear should you request to have waiting on you? Chris and Jon cover these in good detail. \n\nWe also add an incredible song to our list of “What Makes That Song Great” segment. \n\nDon’t miss this one! ","content_html":"

Fly Dates. In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Jon gives us some great insights on his most recent preparation for a fly date / gig he has coming up soon.

\n\n

What kind of gear should you bring? What gear should you request to have waiting on you? Chris and Jon cover these in good detail.

\n\n

We also add an incredible song to our list of “What Makes That Song Great” segment.

\n\n

Don’t miss this one!

","summary":"In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Let's break it all down. ","date_published":"2019-07-29T18:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/e9593d7c-1872-49b6-a984-4fa7dee5604f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27381572,"duration_in_seconds":2281}]},{"id":"93fe880d-4477-470d-9707-2cbcf91c26b3","title":"Episode 26: You've Been Warned","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/26","content_text":"In this episode Jon and Chris dive into the news that Gibson Guitars has restructured it’s corporate team. With this, they (Gibson) have released some interesting videos with specific comments that have the guitar community a little upset. We weight in on this with a few thoughts of our own. \n\nChris and Jon also dive into the what it means to have good stage presence and the proper ways to include it in your own performance as a working musician. ","content_html":"

In this episode Jon and Chris dive into the news that Gibson Guitars has restructured it’s corporate team. With this, they (Gibson) have released some interesting videos with specific comments that have the guitar community a little upset. We weight in on this with a few thoughts of our own.

\n\n

Chris and Jon also dive into the what it means to have good stage presence and the proper ways to include it in your own performance as a working musician.

","summary":"Gibson Guitars have issued a warning for us all. \r\n\r\nHave you thought about stage presence? Do you know how to incorporate it? ","date_published":"2019-07-15T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/93fe880d-4477-470d-9707-2cbcf91c26b3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32981076,"duration_in_seconds":2748}]},{"id":"8cd25805-3a2b-4400-9fad-93ebd96827ec","title":"Episode 25: Let's Talk Drums","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/25","content_text":"In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Along the way Jon and Chris talk about how important it is to research the gear you purchase and what it means to be an individual while wading through the vast world of musical gear. \n\nMusical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? Do you buy a piece of gear because the flavor of the month plays that specific brand or are you buying with intent? These are questions we’ve asked ourselves throughout our musical journey. ","content_html":"

In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Along the way Jon and Chris talk about how important it is to research the gear you purchase and what it means to be an individual while wading through the vast world of musical gear.

\n\n

Musical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? Do you buy a piece of gear because the flavor of the month plays that specific brand or are you buying with intent? These are questions we’ve asked ourselves throughout our musical journey.

","summary":"In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from.\r\n\r\nMusical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase?","date_published":"2019-06-24T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/8cd25805-3a2b-4400-9fad-93ebd96827ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34889164,"duration_in_seconds":2907}]},{"id":"7153326b-66b7-46bd-9567-27765857a560","title":"Episode 24: He's Dead, Jim!","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/24","content_text":"Guitar Players and effects gurus, this one is for you! \n\nIn this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them. \n\nThey also talk about an event from a recent gig Chris & Jon played together, we’re something happened that nearly cost Jon this new setup and maybe more… ","content_html":"

Guitar Players and effects gurus, this one is for you!

\n\n

In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them.

\n\n

They also talk about an event from a recent gig Chris & Jon played together, we’re something happened that nearly cost Jon this new setup and maybe more…

","summary":"In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them. ","date_published":"2019-06-03T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/7153326b-66b7-46bd-9567-27765857a560.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":43395469,"duration_in_seconds":3615}]},{"id":"e0b2a57c-e779-4bd3-9fc8-60d6ecc3cd7d","title":"Episode 23: Should You Move To Nashville?","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/23","content_text":"We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville? \n\nHere's the thing... \n\nIf you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume? \n\nThese are just a few questions to ask yourself before you take this big leap. Well that all depends on a series of very specific things. \n\nIn this episode Chris and Jon dig into what it means to move to Nashville and what to expect if you do.","content_html":"

We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville?

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Here's the thing...

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If you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume?

\n\n

These are just a few questions to ask yourself before you take this big leap. Well that all depends on a series of very specific things.

\n\n

In this episode Chris and Jon dig into what it means to move to Nashville and what to expect if you do.

","summary":"We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville? \r\n\r\nIf you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume? ","date_published":"2019-05-28T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/e0b2a57c-e779-4bd3-9fc8-60d6ecc3cd7d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28023557,"duration_in_seconds":2334}]},{"id":"74443828-01b7-4b90-81e3-75767d9afd7b","title":"Episode 22: Becoming A Well Rounded Player","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/22","content_text":"As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that. \n\nListen as Jon and Chris dissect the importance of being a well rounded, i. e. hirable musician. Along the way they share stories of what they learned as they came up through their individual musical paths. \n\nThey also provide a few tips on how to become more well rounded and how to be a “callback” musician. ","content_html":"

As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that.

\n\n

Listen as Jon and Chris dissect the importance of being a well rounded, i. e. hirable musician. Along the way they share stories of what they learned as they came up through their individual musical paths.

\n\n

They also provide a few tips on how to become more well rounded and how to be a “callback” musician.

","summary":"As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that. ","date_published":"2019-05-20T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/74443828-01b7-4b90-81e3-75767d9afd7b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":44215819,"duration_in_seconds":3684}]},{"id":"80d88f96-5777-41d3-ae65-87a30cd2ec28","title":"Episode 21: Are You Fit For Your Gig?","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/21","content_text":"Game of Thrones is back and so are we! This one was recorded about a month ago. In this episode we discuss Game of Thrones and the new season. We also talk about fitness as it pertains to your gig and overall health. \n\nAs we all know by now, fitness is a very important part of being a working musician. It helps us in so many ways. How many of us have played a 4 hour gig and had sore muscles and our backs are killing us? Either on the gig or definitely by the next morning. I know we've been there before. \n\nKeeping ourselves in shape will help this by leaps and bounds. Taking care of our bodies will pay dividends toward your personal success with all your gigs. \n\nDuring this episode Jon and Chris provide stories about their own fitness and how being out of shape in previous years affected their gigs and heath.\n\nArtist of the Week: \n\nJon - Bishop Gunn \n\nhttps://www.bishopgunn.com\n\nChris - Dave Weckl\n\nhttp://www.daveweckl.com","content_html":"

Game of Thrones is back and so are we! This one was recorded about a month ago. In this episode we discuss Game of Thrones and the new season. We also talk about fitness as it pertains to your gig and overall health.

\n\n

As we all know by now, fitness is a very important part of being a working musician. It helps us in so many ways. How many of us have played a 4 hour gig and had sore muscles and our backs are killing us? Either on the gig or definitely by the next morning. I know we've been there before.

\n\n

Keeping ourselves in shape will help this by leaps and bounds. Taking care of our bodies will pay dividends toward your personal success with all your gigs.

\n\n

During this episode Jon and Chris provide stories about their own fitness and how being out of shape in previous years affected their gigs and heath.

\n\n

Artist of the Week:

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Jon - Bishop Gunn

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https://www.bishopgunn.com

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Chris - Dave Weckl

\n\n

http://www.daveweckl.com

","summary":"Keeping ourselves in shape will help us working musicians in so many ways. In this episode we dig deep into this ever growing topic. ","date_published":"2019-04-15T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/80d88f96-5777-41d3-ae65-87a30cd2ec28.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18054917,"duration_in_seconds":1504}]},{"id":"9347e070-f6e0-42dd-ae03-a2b9fdbd9882","title":"Episode 20: The Steady Decline Of Musicianship","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/20","content_text":"Strap in, this is a deep episode. \n\nThere is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it. \n\nWill we see musicianship return to the mainstream? We hope so. But until then it’s the responsibility of every true musician to point players in the right direction of quality musicianship. \n\nDuring this episode we also introduce a new segment we call “Headlines”. We will be discussing relevant news during this segment. In this episode we talk about the coming 2019 tour announced by the band Tool. As well as get into a big love of ours… Baseball! Especially the Atlanta Braves. \n\nPICKS OF THE WEEK:\n\nJon - D’Addario NYXL Guitar Strings\n\nhttp://www.daddario.com/DADProductFamily.Page?ActiveID=3768&familyid=74&sid=0b91101b-90e6-4908-9138-933ffcdbf883\n\nChris - Promark Transport Deluxe Stick Bag\n\nhttp://www.promark.com/pmProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=3917&productid=1077&sid=11ff1abc-dad1-4402-8e26-0f96f0ef05f8","content_html":"

Strap in, this is a deep episode.

\n\n

There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it.

\n\n

Will we see musicianship return to the mainstream? We hope so. But until then it’s the responsibility of every true musician to point players in the right direction of quality musicianship.

\n\n

During this episode we also introduce a new segment we call “Headlines”. We will be discussing relevant news during this segment. In this episode we talk about the coming 2019 tour announced by the band Tool. As well as get into a big love of ours… Baseball! Especially the Atlanta Braves.

\n\n

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

\n\n

Jon - D’Addario NYXL Guitar Strings

\n\n

http://www.daddario.com/DADProductFamily.Page?ActiveID=3768&familyid=74&sid=0b91101b-90e6-4908-9138-933ffcdbf883

\n\n

Chris - Promark Transport Deluxe Stick Bag

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http://www.promark.com/pmProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=3917&productid=1077&sid=11ff1abc-dad1-4402-8e26-0f96f0ef05f8

","summary":"There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it. ","date_published":"2019-03-26T05:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/9347e070-f6e0-42dd-ae03-a2b9fdbd9882.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37671518,"duration_in_seconds":3138}]},{"id":"66e43452-7291-432b-bce6-572ffa79ea5c","title":"Episode 19: Demystifying Gear Reviews","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/19","content_text":"How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online.\n\nHas this happened to you before? \n\nGear reviews are great way to explore the vast world of musical instruments. But it’s a good rule of thumb to take them at face value.\n\nJoin Chris & Jon as they take a deep dive into this subject. \n\nARTIST OF THE WEEK:\n\nJon - Plini (Sunhead EP)\n\nhttps://www.plini.co/\n\nChris - Chris Potter / Nate Smith on Drums (Underground Album)\n\nhttps://www.chrispottermusic.com/","content_html":"

How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online.

\n\n

Has this happened to you before?

\n\n

Gear reviews are great way to explore the vast world of musical instruments. But it’s a good rule of thumb to take them at face value.

\n\n

Join Chris & Jon as they take a deep dive into this subject.

\n\n

ARTIST OF THE WEEK:

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Jon - Plini (Sunhead EP)

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https://www.plini.co/

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Chris - Chris Potter / Nate Smith on Drums (Underground Album)

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https://www.chrispottermusic.com/

","summary":"How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online.","date_published":"2019-02-25T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/66e43452-7291-432b-bce6-572ffa79ea5c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15313940,"duration_in_seconds":1530}]},{"id":"3df940de-223b-4e44-bb9f-11aa01ef74a1","title":"Episode 18: How to be a McDonald’s Hamburger","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/18","content_text":"As a (sideman) musician, consistency is key to your success. Call backs, nailing that audition, getting the gig you’ve been striving for… Being a McDonald’s Hamburger gets you there. \n\nSeeking feedback is crucial in helping you understand how your developing. \n\nConsistency builds your brand. . . Start today! \n\nDive into this episode as Jon and Chris expand on this topic. \n\nArtist of the Week:\n\nJon - Allen Stone\n\nhttps://www.allenstone.com\n\nChris - Mark Guiliana\n\nhttp://www.markguiliana.com","content_html":"

As a (sideman) musician, consistency is key to your success. Call backs, nailing that audition, getting the gig you’ve been striving for… Being a McDonald’s Hamburger gets you there.

\n\n

Seeking feedback is crucial in helping you understand how your developing.

\n\n

Consistency builds your brand. . . Start today!

\n\n

Dive into this episode as Jon and Chris expand on this topic.

\n\n

Artist of the Week:

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Jon - Allen Stone

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https://www.allenstone.com

\n\n

Chris - Mark Guiliana

\n\n

http://www.markguiliana.com

","summary":"As working musicians… Especially sidemen. You need to be a McDonald’s Hamburger. But what does this mean? ","date_published":"2019-02-18T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/3df940de-223b-4e44-bb9f-11aa01ef74a1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21942251,"duration_in_seconds":2193}]},{"id":"a002d262-706e-452c-bfec-1959b9005bfe","title":"Episode 17: Gear We Use and Why","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/17","content_text":"You’ve asked and here it is… It’s time to talk about the gear we use! \n\nIn this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why. \n\nWe all go through a journey of acquiring the gear that will become what we use as working musicians. This is natural. The evolution of that gear is what makes a player begin to have a unique voice. \n\nIt’s always important to choose the gear you use based on your gig. Jon takes some time to breakdown the types of guitars that cover almost all bases and genres. \n\nThe gear you choose can help you get call backs and future gigs. It’s a very important process. \n\nIn this episode we also cover some tips when shopping for new gear. \n\nPICKS OF THE WEEK:\n\nJon - D’Addario DIY Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit \n\nhttp://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=22&sid=9fd9676c-d9b9-44d0-89a1-f1ef632b1901\n\nChris - Ableton Live 10\n\nhttps://www.ableton.com/en/live/","content_html":"

You’ve asked and here it is… It’s time to talk about the gear we use!

\n\n

In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why.

\n\n

We all go through a journey of acquiring the gear that will become what we use as working musicians. This is natural. The evolution of that gear is what makes a player begin to have a unique voice.

\n\n

It’s always important to choose the gear you use based on your gig. Jon takes some time to breakdown the types of guitars that cover almost all bases and genres.

\n\n

The gear you choose can help you get call backs and future gigs. It’s a very important process.

\n\n

In this episode we also cover some tips when shopping for new gear.

\n\n

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

\n\n

Jon - D’Addario DIY Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit

\n\n

http://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=22&sid=9fd9676c-d9b9-44d0-89a1-f1ef632b1901

\n\n

Chris - Ableton Live 10

\n\n

https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

","summary":"In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why.","date_published":"2019-02-14T14:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/a002d262-706e-452c-bfec-1959b9005bfe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34930593,"duration_in_seconds":3492}]},{"id":"eabe4626-390c-474d-85f3-1dc32621d34a","title":"Episode 16: Musical Calibration","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"Musical Calibration is something every true musician will go through. \n\nWe all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold us into the type of player we will become. \n\nThis may take 10 years or it may take 50. It all depends on your personal journey. \n\nHow we practice will help develop and push that calibration in exciting directions! \n\nSome of the most successful artist and players have evolved and changed with the times to stay relevant. The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and so many more. This is also an essential element for the working musician to remain hireable. \n\nJoin Jon and Chris as they dive deep into this topic. \n\nPICKS OF THE WEEK:\n\nJon - \n\nReunion Blues RBX Gig Bag \n\nhttp://reunionblues.com/product/232/rbx-double-electric-guitar-gig-bag\n\nChris - \n\nMeinl Cymbal Tuners\n\nhttps://meinlcymbals.com/index.php?id=23&tx_fleshop_product%5Bproduct%5D=1180&tx_fleshop_product%5Baction%5D=show&tx_fleshop_product%5Bcontroller%5D=Product&cHash=c42a907b7591827ae57e4c79a90932e3","content_html":"

Musical Calibration is something every true musician will go through.

\n\n

We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold us into the type of player we will become.

\n\n

This may take 10 years or it may take 50. It all depends on your personal journey.

\n\n

How we practice will help develop and push that calibration in exciting directions!

\n\n

Some of the most successful artist and players have evolved and changed with the times to stay relevant. The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and so many more. This is also an essential element for the working musician to remain hireable.

\n\n

Join Jon and Chris as they dive deep into this topic.

\n\n

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

\n\n

Jon -

\n\n

Reunion Blues RBX Gig Bag

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http://reunionblues.com/product/232/rbx-double-electric-guitar-gig-bag

\n\n

Chris -

\n\n

Meinl Cymbal Tuners

\n\n

https://meinlcymbals.com/index.php?id=23&tx_fleshop_product%5Bproduct%5D=1180&tx_fleshop_product%5Baction%5D=show&tx_fleshop_product%5Bcontroller%5D=Product&cHash=c42a907b7591827ae57e4c79a90932e3

","summary":"We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold you into the type of player you will become.","date_published":"2019-01-29T10:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/eabe4626-390c-474d-85f3-1dc32621d34a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24929353,"duration_in_seconds":2492}]},{"id":"44db2574-c5bb-4c7a-b9f6-744f1e9c5305","title":"Episode 15: Why You Should Learn Jazz","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music. \n\nJazz music is a vast ocean that you can get lost in. It’s like peeling an onion. The deeper you go, the more you learn from it. \n\nThe understanding and development of Jazz and Fusion music into your playing, will help develop and enhance all aspects of your playing and even the ways you think about your approach in other genres and well. \n\nJazz will increase your pocket and feel. So much so, that any other genre you play will be affected in a positive way as a result. \n\nJoin us as we take this deep dive into a very important topic. \n\nPicks of the Week:\n\nJon:\n\nVocal Eaze\n\nhttps://vocaleze.com\n\n*Chris: *\n\nPrologix Practice Pad\n\nhttps://www.prologixpercussion.com/products-workout\n\n*Jazz Listening: *\n\nGeorge Benson\nPat Methany\nGrant Green\nMiles Davis\nJohn Coltrane\n\nDig deeper. The rabbit hole runs deep. ","content_html":"

In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music.

\n\n

Jazz music is a vast ocean that you can get lost in. It’s like peeling an onion. The deeper you go, the more you learn from it.

\n\n

The understanding and development of Jazz and Fusion music into your playing, will help develop and enhance all aspects of your playing and even the ways you think about your approach in other genres and well.

\n\n

Jazz will increase your pocket and feel. So much so, that any other genre you play will be affected in a positive way as a result.

\n\n

Join us as we take this deep dive into a very important topic.

\n\n

Picks of the Week:

\n\n

Jon:

\n\n

Vocal Eaze

\n\n

https://vocaleze.com

\n\n

*Chris: *

\n\n

Prologix Practice Pad

\n\n

https://www.prologixpercussion.com/products-workout

\n\n

*Jazz Listening: *

\n\n

George Benson
\nPat Methany
\nGrant Green
\nMiles Davis
\nJohn Coltrane

\n\n

Dig deeper. The rabbit hole runs deep.

","summary":"In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music. ","date_published":"2019-01-21T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/44db2574-c5bb-4c7a-b9f6-744f1e9c5305.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34350936,"duration_in_seconds":3434}]},{"id":"bd2babcb-1284-4213-acd8-72cb44863576","title":"Episode 14: Embracing Technology","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. Specifically stage performance use of technology. These technologies have propelled music forward in so many ways. In this episode, Jon and Chris breakdown a few myths that go around our industry and try to help dispel any negative reactions to technology in the live and session music industry. \n\nTopics include:\n\n\nAmp Modeling\nThe use of laptops on stage\nAbleton Live\nClick tracks vs Metronome use\nIn Ear Monitor (the differences in this and floor wedges)\n\n\nAnd much more! \n\nPicks of the week:\n\nJon:\n\nLine 6 HX Effects\n\nhttps://line6.com/hx-effects/\n\nChris: \n\nVic Firth Double Glaze Drumsticks\n\nhttp://vicfirth.com/new-feel-options/","content_html":"

Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. Specifically stage performance use of technology. These technologies have propelled music forward in so many ways. In this episode, Jon and Chris breakdown a few myths that go around our industry and try to help dispel any negative reactions to technology in the live and session music industry.

\n\n

Topics include:

\n\n\n\n

And much more!

\n\n

Picks of the week:

\n\n

Jon:

\n\n

Line 6 HX Effects

\n\n

https://line6.com/hx-effects/

\n\n

Chris:

\n\n

Vic Firth Double Glaze Drumsticks

\n\n

http://vicfirth.com/new-feel-options/

","summary":"Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. ","date_published":"2019-01-14T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/bd2babcb-1284-4213-acd8-72cb44863576.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":20931051,"duration_in_seconds":2092}]},{"id":"f20be571-a1cd-4228-8c0f-5d49a2f683de","title":"Episode 13: The Importance of Taking Every Gig with Shannon Kori","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"For our second interview to the podcast we had the distinct honor to interview a world class drummer, Mr. Shannon Kori. \n\nShannon has played with many diffrent artist in his years of playing. Such as, Funk Band New Reality, Jazz Fusion Group Pruitt and Davis with Adam Nitti and Colonel Bruce Hampton. \n\nHe studied with drummer Sonny Emory during his time at Georgia State University. \n\nHe's also a brand ambassador, so to speak, for the drum company Trick Drums. Having spent 21 years with them. \n\nJoin us as Shannon takes us down a very cool musical journey from first seeing The Police at age 7. To where he is now in the Atanta Music Scene. \n\nPICKS OF THE WEEK:\n\nShannon:\n\nTempo App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tempo-metronome-with-setlist/id304731501?mt=8\nLive BPM App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livebpm-beat-detector/id554766778?mt=8\n\nJon:\n\nMXR Tap Tempo Pedal - https://www.jimdunlop.com/product/m199-7-10137-08777-4.do\n\n*Chris: *\n\nYamaha HW3 Crosstown Hardware - https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical_instruments/drums/ac_drums/hardware/hw3/index.html\n\n*Where to find Shannon: *\n\nTwitter - @shannonkori\nFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/shannonkori\nTrick Drums - https://www.trickdrumsartists.com/cb-profile/221-shannonk13","content_html":"

For our second interview to the podcast we had the distinct honor to interview a world class drummer, Mr. Shannon Kori.

\n\n

Shannon has played with many diffrent artist in his years of playing. Such as, Funk Band New Reality, Jazz Fusion Group Pruitt and Davis with Adam Nitti and Colonel Bruce Hampton.

\n\n

He studied with drummer Sonny Emory during his time at Georgia State University.

\n\n

He's also a brand ambassador, so to speak, for the drum company Trick Drums. Having spent 21 years with them.

\n\n

Join us as Shannon takes us down a very cool musical journey from first seeing The Police at age 7. To where he is now in the Atanta Music Scene.

\n\n

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

\n\n

Shannon:

\n\n

Tempo App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tempo-metronome-with-setlist/id304731501?mt=8
\nLive BPM App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livebpm-beat-detector/id554766778?mt=8

\n\n

Jon:

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MXR Tap Tempo Pedal - https://www.jimdunlop.com/product/m199-7-10137-08777-4.do

\n\n

*Chris: *

\n\n

Yamaha HW3 Crosstown Hardware - https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical_instruments/drums/ac_drums/hardware/hw3/index.html

\n\n

*Where to find Shannon: *

\n\n

Twitter - @shannonkori
\nFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/shannonkori
\nTrick Drums - https://www.trickdrumsartists.com/cb-profile/221-shannonk13

","summary":"In this episode we had the honor of sitting down and talking with our good friend and drummer, Shannon Kori. ","date_published":"2019-01-07T11:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/f20be571-a1cd-4228-8c0f-5d49a2f683de.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30114920,"duration_in_seconds":3011}]},{"id":"7b21f220-8015-4326-8eaf-cd903d00e119","title":"Episode 12: The Two Out of Three Theory","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"Money, People and the Music we play are the three determining factors in just about every gig you choose to accept . . . or decline to play. \n\nEvery artist or band you choose to play with will need to be evaluated. How will you decide which is the best fit for you? \n\nJoin us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician. ","content_html":"

Money, People and the Music we play are the three determining factors in just about every gig you choose to accept . . . or decline to play.

\n\n

Every artist or band you choose to play with will need to be evaluated. How will you decide which is the best fit for you?

\n\n

Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician.

","summary":"Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician. ","date_published":"2018-12-17T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/7b21f220-8015-4326-8eaf-cd903d00e119.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":13664047,"duration_in_seconds":1365}]},{"id":"a4d7d114-299f-4300-ba80-35900d60094b","title":"Episode 11: A Lot Of Me: A Conversation With Myles Brown","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college. \n\nThinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like? \n\nCome join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions. \n\nTopics include: \n\n\nWhat it's like going to the Berkley College of Music and Atlanta Institute of Music\nHow those two schools differ\nAudition tips\nWhat he learned along the way\nReal world application vs. school knowledge\nCharting\nLive Gigging\nJazz deep dives\nLive playing\n\n\nAnd many other things! \n\nYou can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE","content_html":"

In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college.

\n\n

Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like?

\n\n

Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions.

\n\n

Topics include:

\n\n\n\n

And many other things!

\n\n

You can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE

","summary":"In this episode we had the chance to interview a good friend named, Myles Brown. Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like? \r\n\r\nCome join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions. ","date_published":"2018-12-10T05:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/a4d7d114-299f-4300-ba80-35900d60094b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41469303,"duration_in_seconds":4146}]},{"id":"d08465dd-8186-48b6-bd04-4c2f32297397","title":"Episode 10: Genre Specific Gear (Knowing The Rules Will Aid In Your Success)","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"Playing the right gear for the gig is essential to the success of the working musician. There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire. \n\nTopics include: \n\n\nGear Breakdowns\nGuitar Styles Fender, Gibson etc.) \nSelecting the right gear\nHow scale length effects the sound of a guitar\nProper cymbal selection\nSound characteristics\nUniversal rules of genres \nSingle Coil vs Humbucker Pickup\nDrum Tuning\nCoated vs Clear Drumheads\n\n\nAlong with some others! \n\nNo need in re-inventing the wheel. Follow the guidelines to your own succuss! \n\nPicks of the Week:\n\nJon - https://line6.com/hx-stomp/\n\nChris - https://www.ableton.com/en/live/","content_html":"

Playing the right gear for the gig is essential to the success of the working musician. There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire.

\n\n

Topics include:

\n\n\n\n

Along with some others!

\n\n

No need in re-inventing the wheel. Follow the guidelines to your own succuss!

\n\n

Picks of the Week:

\n\n

Jon - https://line6.com/hx-stomp/

\n\n

Chris - https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

","summary":"Ever wonder if that gear you own will land you your next gig? There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire. ","date_published":"2018-12-04T08:45:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/d08465dd-8186-48b6-bd04-4c2f32297397.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25433777,"duration_in_seconds":2542}]},{"id":"5792b83a-7ea5-4529-b8c1-fca587edf0d4","title":"Episode 9: Are You In Love With The Process? ","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"Let’s face it. When we first started playing we all imagined ourselves on a big stage in front of a screaming crowd. That’s the dream. . . That’s the goal right!? But are we interested in the process of getting from A to B? Do you know what the impacts of being a professional musician will have on our lives? \n\nBeing in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes. \n\nIn this episode Jon & Chris dive into these topics and much more. \n\nThis episode was inspired by the incredible book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fuck” by Mark Manson. \n\nWe recommend that everyone read this book!\n\nLINKS: \n\nhttps://itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck/id1071409887?mt=11\n\nhttps://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543194676&sr=8-2&keywords=subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f","content_html":"

Let’s face it. When we first started playing we all imagined ourselves on a big stage in front of a screaming crowd. That’s the dream. . . That’s the goal right!? But are we interested in the process of getting from A to B? Do you know what the impacts of being a professional musician will have on our lives?

\n\n

Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes.

\n\n

In this episode Jon & Chris dive into these topics and much more.

\n\n

This episode was inspired by the incredible book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fuck” by Mark Manson.

\n\n

We recommend that everyone read this book!

\n\n

LINKS:

\n\n

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck/id1071409887?mt=11

\n\n

https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543194676&sr=8-2&keywords=subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f

","summary":"Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes. Are you ready? ","date_published":"2018-11-26T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/5792b83a-7ea5-4529-b8c1-fca587edf0d4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18449418,"duration_in_seconds":1844}]},{"id":"b503e812-1cb0-4383-87d6-5a11a2c1688d","title":"Episode 8: How to Sound Like A Million Bucks On A Budget","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"Let's face it, gear is expensive. But do you have to spend a ton of money to sound your best? We don't think so. \n\nIn this episode we breakdown some areas to focus on to get the most out of your money so that you can sound like a million bucks in any gigging situation. \n\nTopics Include: \n\n\nThe $1,000 threshold\nAreas you sound focus spending dollars on\nGuitar Brands\nGuitar Pedals\nAmplifiers\nCymbals\nDrum Tuning\n\n\nAnd much more! \n\nJump into this episode to discover where you should spend your hard earned money. ","content_html":"

Let's face it, gear is expensive. But do you have to spend a ton of money to sound your best? We don't think so.

\n\n

In this episode we breakdown some areas to focus on to get the most out of your money so that you can sound like a million bucks in any gigging situation.

\n\n

Topics Include:

\n\n\n\n

And much more!

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Jump into this episode to discover where you should spend your hard earned money.

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From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode!

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Topics include:

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And many other topics!

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We all have to go through these steps before and during our gigs. But do you take the time to examine them and maybe even learn from them? This can be essential in sharpening your skills each and every time you pack your gear for the next show.

","summary":"From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode. ","date_published":"2018-11-12T06:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/3dac4ef2-df89-46f2-9c95-75074707bec3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21384275,"duration_in_seconds":2138}]},{"id":"1bf30904-9175-40c0-a68f-e02fc6a8265b","title":"Episode 6: Are You Learning The Song Correctly? ","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/6","content_text":"As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and what tried and true ways work for us. \n\nTopics include:\n\n\nThe importance of listening first. Not playing first\nGetting the right tones for the songs your learning\nThe Nashville Number System and ways to utlize it best\nSight Reading vs. Stage Presence\nTaking the songs you've learned into the gigging / show situation\n\n\nLINKS: \n\nMore about the Nashville Number System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_number_system","content_html":"

As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and what tried and true ways work for us.

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Topics include:

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LINKS:

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More about the Nashville Number System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_number_system

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Practice is essential to developing on a musical instrument. In this episode we breakdown all the aspects of practice and how it helps us as working musicians.

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How much can our brains handle at once? Do they get overloaded?

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Are you practicing with intent? Do you have a plan for practice when you sit down?

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During this episode we breakdown practicing with a metronome vs practicing ideas with a band. How to build up your chops. Do you get feedback from your bandmates? Are you asking for it?

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This episode was fun! We love talking about practice and how it can make us better players and band members.

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Come join us!

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In this episode we discuss the importance of timing.

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Timing is relavent in all parts of music. Do you practice this? Do you make it a priority? As musicians we try to sharpen all these things. At least we hope to.

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Speed and precision. Pocket and groove. Both are important but which are you spending more time on?

\n\n

We get into all these topics in this episode. Come join us!

","summary":"In this episode we discuss the importance of timing. How to better develop it and how speed playing and pocket playing are very different. ","date_published":"2018-10-22T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/aad6d246-d9a5-43c2-bc98-e3bf721ba2cf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41990185,"duration_in_seconds":2099}]},{"id":"ab86541c-3c4d-4931-add4-c6a5ce7d825d","title":"Episode 3: Synergy and How it Pertains to Your Success as a Musician","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/3","content_text":"In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band. The individual ways each band member functions and works together is crucial for a bands succes. Come join us! ","content_html":"

In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band. The individual ways each band member functions and works together is crucial for a bands succes. Come join us!

","summary":"In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band and how to develop it. ","date_published":"2018-10-15T05:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/ab86541c-3c4d-4931-add4-c6a5ce7d825d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":35320538,"duration_in_seconds":1732}]},{"id":"92d36eaf-365b-4b93-bbff-fae2228f467f","title":"Episode 2: Networking and How to Leverage it","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/2","content_text":"In this episode we talk about the importance of networking within your city to help expand your brand as a musician. \n\nJoin us! ","content_html":"

In this episode we talk about the importance of networking within your city to help expand your brand as a musician.

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Join us!

","summary":"This episode is all about networking and getting yourself out there. ","date_published":"2018-10-08T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/92d36eaf-365b-4b93-bbff-fae2228f467f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32776856,"duration_in_seconds":1605}]},{"id":"d40f7279-f44c-4d18-afe0-603fc44270de","title":"Episode 1: Introductions & Welcome","url":"https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/1","content_text":"Welcome into Gitfiddles and Paradiddles! \n\nIn this episode we discuss our origins, backgrounds and reason for this podcast. Dive in and join us! ","content_html":"

Welcome into Gitfiddles and Paradiddles!

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In this episode we discuss our origins, backgrounds and reason for this podcast. Dive in and join us!

","summary":"This is our first episode! Dive in for all the music talk and a few other things as well. ","date_published":"2018-10-01T04:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a0c93005-4c5d-4d90-8a5a-9cdcaf212558/d40f7279-f44c-4d18-afe0-603fc44270de.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40567034,"duration_in_seconds":2028}]}]}