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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

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All Episodes

65:29

Repairing Stuff For The Hells Angels? w/ Jayce Levi...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/07/08

Jayce Levi is the owner of The "World Famous" Repairland down in Indio California. His videos have absolutely exploded in the last few years and it's not hard to see why. He is an extremely skilled repair tech, but his videos also showcase his comedic sensibilities and wholesome approach to life.I wanted to get him on the show to tell his story, and he DID NOT disappoint! From repairing a guitar owned by Jerry Garcia (that was brought in by a Hells Angel), to a ukulele with a flying bridge, we all

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73:00

Convenience Is a Conduit for Creativity w/ Dante...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/07/01

"It's very painful for my wallet to be a musician and not a lawyer." - Dante FrisielloThis conversation is very much based around finding whatever it is that you love. Dante delivers a very, very empowering message about this on this episode and you do not want to miss it! But this isn't just a self help episode, we get into his love for both modeling and tube amps, his love for flashy guitars, mic placement, Impulse Responses, hybrid rigs, structuring your creative space and a whole lot

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76:51

Are You Down To Clown? w/ Cassandra & Clark of AmpRx

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/06/24

We have got a good one for you this week!Clark and Cassandra from AmpRx (the makers of BrownBox) share the story of how they met on stage in Nashville as professional musicians, and eventually how they came to run the company. It is definitely not a traditional route to owning a music gear company! (You are going to like this.) We discuss the clean/dirty power, what problems their products address, troubleshooting noise issues, ELECTRIC VIOLIN, power conditioners, MYSTERY NOISES, favorite pedals,

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88:12

Cooking Meth & Chasing Chickens w/ Jack Brunson of...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/06/17

On today's episode I'm talking to Jack Brunson, the founder and owner of one the country's raddest guitar stores in the country, Jack's Guitarcheology. We dive right into his story and Jack shares his journey from growing up in rural Kentucky, to working at Mario Guitars and eventually starting his own guitar store. We chat talk about their eclectic tastes in guitars and the joy of finding unique and unusual gear. Jack also reflects on the challenges and rewards of running a guitar business and

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73:31

Sweaty Ole Stevie w/ Phillip Carter of The 40 Watt...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/06/10

This week I have a long overdue episode out for you with my dude Phillip Carter from The 40 Watt Podcast. Phillip and I have recorded on numerous occasions on both his show, and as guests on The Guitar Nerds.So I actually knew Phillip's personality pretty well, but what I didn't know was his story, so we dive right into that on this episode! The conversation covers the topics of self-perception as a musician, redefining success, finding passion, and the art of podcasting. We get into into the

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84:12

"My parents don't know that part..." w/ Mike Cole

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/06/03

I know that you love guitar, but have you ever loved guitar so much that caused you to get a .9 GPA? Or were you ever voted "3rd most whipped" by your friends? (But not to a significant other, but to GUITAR?)Mike Cole suddenly fell in love with guitar seemingly out of nowhere, and when it happened, he knew he had found his life's work. That said, his story didn't shake out quite how he was imagining when he first started bending those six strings. On this episode, we discuss just HOW Mike got his

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70:52

What Bass Amp To Buy? w/ Joe Branton of Guitar Nerds

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/05/27

The Mighty Joe Branton has returned to The Tone Mob Podcast! It is a happy occasion indeed!On this episode, Joe and Blake talk about the evolution of their podcasts and the importance of newer creators finding a niche. (Joe drops some good wisdom on that particular point). Somehow the dudes also touch on, of all things, SPORTS. (Don't worry, that is short lived.) Joe shares his current musical inspiration and his band's approach to writing and recording. They also discuss the use of

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68:43

Musical Meditation w/ Mike Love

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/05/20

Mike Love shares his journey as a musician and how he got into live looping. He talks about the importance of being present and connected with the audience during performances. He also discusses the role of meditation in his music and how it helps him stay focused and centered. Michael emphasizes the power of music to bring people together and create a shared experience. In this conversation, Michael Love discusses the importance of physical, spiritual, and mental health in music. He shares how he

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93:21

PHILLIP MCKNIGHT Part 2 (sort of)

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/05/14

Once in a while the Patrons of this podcast tell me that one of the bonus episodes NEEDS to be released publicly, and when Phil McKnight came on late last year that happened again! I received a bunch of messages telling me that this bonus episode should NOT be behind closed doors, and if the Patrons ask I need to deliver.If you aren't familiar with Phil, he is one of the most successful guitar gear content creators of our time, and has a wealth of knowledge about many aspects of this weird

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68:58

Are Bass Players More Important? w/ Mr. Glyn of Mr....

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/05/06

Are bass players actually more important than guitarists? Do we need to thin out our guitar sound? Do thru-hole pedals sound better than SMT based guitar effect technology? Can you play music using a saw blade? On this episode Blake and Mr Glyn discuss their current projects and collaborations. We also into the world of guitar pickups, exploring topics such as different core types, the impact of string materials on tone, and the importance of context in shaping a guitar's sound. We also touch on the

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73:59

Marcos Curiel of P.OD. (Yes, that P.O.D.)

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/04/29

I imagine that you have probably heard a song called Youth Of A Nation? Well Marcos definitely gets into the story around that song!We start off with a HEAVY dose of nostalgia with Blake telling the story of "P.O.D. on the Pepsi. box" and Marcos diving into some San Diego bands. Marcos discusses the music scene and the diverse range of genres that have emerged from the city. He talks about the importance of creating a unique sound and vibe as a musician, drawing inspiration from bands like Black

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66:16

"Scared Myself Into Doing Music" w/ Jon Deiley of...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/04/22

In this conversation, Blake interviews Jon Deiley from Northlane about his journey in music. They discuss topics such as starting a band, the challenges of pursuing a career in music, and the evolution of their gear and recording techniques. Jon shares his experiences with different studios, amps, and effects pedals, highlighting the importance of finding the right sound for their music. They also touch on the rise of digital modeling and the convenience it offers in terms of portability and

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65:10

Is The Internet All Bad? w/ Matt of Mule Resophonic...

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/04/15

In this conversation, Blake and Matt Eich discuss the growth of Mule Resonator Guitars and the development of the Mavis guitar. (The first wooden Mule guitar build!) We explore the importance of unique sounds and the balance between innovation and expression in instrument design.We also discuss the unique experience of building musical instruments and the emotional impact they have on people. They explore the feeling of creating something that becomes a tool for artistic expression and the

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64:55

HE FINALLY DID IT! w/ David Greeves of Great Eastern FX

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/04/08

In this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, host Blake Wyland interviews David Greeves from Great Eastern FX. David shares his background as a music journalist and how he fell into writing about equipment from the gear world. He also discusses his journey into pedal design and the challenges he faced along the way. The conversation covers the inspiration behind the name Great Eastern FX and the launch of the company.Also in this episode, we get a sneak peek at the XO Variable Crossover pedal and Blake

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83:03

Rick Rubin Mindset w/ Markus Reeves of Reeves Electro

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/04/01

Markus Reeves from Reeves Electro returns to the podcast! On this episode we discuss how business has changed since he first started, and how his daughter is now building pedals full time as well! We also dig into some rather exciting new adventures that are happening with the progress of Reeves Electro Shop 2.0 on the horizon.Paypal whoas, and how he approaches his work with a "Rick Rubin" mindset, the big lightbulb moment, balance, bad gigs... All of this and more on this week's edition of The

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78:12

Teaching MILLIONS of People w/ Marty Schwartz

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/03/25

In this episode, Blake interviews Marty Schwartz, a renowned guitar teacher and one of the first music instructors on YouTube.Marty shares his journey of becoming a successful guitar teacher and the early adoption of YouTube for teaching guitar lessons. He discusses the impact of Guitar Hero on teaching classic rock songs and the benefits of video lessons for students. We also get into using YouTube to enhance private lessons, and the challenges he faced during the 2008 economic crash. We also get

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71:36

Not An Alvarez! w/ Driftwood Guitars

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/03/18

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

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77:48

SHOCK THE FOX!!!

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/03/11

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

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68:18

Scott Strange Returns! (Templo Audio Devices)

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/03/04

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

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66:11

"I Didn't Fall In Love With Guitar To Teach" w/ Dr....

The Tone Mob Podcast ·

2024/02/26

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

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