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Bass Guitar and Jam Bands Part 1 of 2 (with Guest Host, Randy Nicklas) Ep024

December 13, 2018Episodes4 string bass, 5 string bass, band, band practice, bass, bass amp, bass effects, bass guitar, bassist, broccoli samurai, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, humor, improvisation, jam band, jam bands, jamming, music, podcast, Randy Nicklas, talk show, touringFret Buzz The Podcast

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Today on Fret Buzz Aaron and Joe feature the awesome Randy Nicklas, a touring bassist and music teacher. The guys discuss Randy’s musical journey along with stories from the road from his time touring with Broccoli Samurai. During this time Broccoli Samurai had the opportunity to open for popular jam bands like Umphrey’s McGee and Pidgeons Playing Ping Pong.

The guys discuss whether you should play a 4-string or a 5-string bass guitar as well as different bass amps and effects pedals. They explore the role of the bass guitar within the context of a band, approaches to chord progressions when playing the bass, and a ton of great music, especially jam bands.

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The Recording Studio tips and tricks from the Fret Buzzards Ep019

November 8, 2018Episodesband practice, cables, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, interface, mic placement, microphone, microphones, mixing, music, podcast, preamp, recording, recording studio, talk show, vocal micFret Buzz The Podcast

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Aaron and Joe begin the process of familiarising those who may not be as knowledgable in the studio envirornment. Making sure the palyer in in top condition, using the right microphone and experimenting with mic placement, cables, and the interface/preamps.

Down at The Crossroads Ep015

October 2, 2018Episodesband, band practice, discussion, entertainment, find work, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, guitar instruction, guitar lessons, how to play guitar, humor, improvisation, international podcasting day, life change, music, music instruction, music lesson, music school, podcast, rock, success, timing, training, voiceFret Buzz The Podcast

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This week, Aaron and Joe share their stories of reinvention following relocation to various cities and work experiences. They discuss the intersection of their own musical journeys, perspectives on academic music training, developing a foundation in ear training, and their evolving definitions of musical success.

Today’s episode is dedicated to cough drop companies around the world, as Tony seeks an endorsement to combat his severe laryngitis.

Test Your Metal…Part Two (with Guest Host, Taylor Nordberg) Ep014

September 25, 2018Episodesband, band practice, bass, Beavis and Butthead, black metal, black sabbath, buzz, buzzards, conversation, Death, death metal, drive, entertainment, fret, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, guitar, humor, In Flames, Infernaeon, listening, music, podcast, Soilwork, talk show, Taylor Nordberg, The AbsenceFret Buzz The Podcast

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This week, renowned metal guitarist and bassist Taylor Nordberg reunites with his Blacknote Studios mentors, Aaron and Tony, to join the Fret Buzz team as a guest host as the fearsome foursome angle their picks, lock their wrists, and perfect their Dio hand gestures to discuss all things metal. Topics include: working as a metal musician, the appeal of metal as a changing genre, how to play within various forms of metal, bringing metal music out from the underground, self-promotion, and so much more.

Small donations of chewed up picks, cracked cymbals, and after show neck braces can be made to The Fret Buzz United Metal Brotherhood and College Fund.

Test Your Metal…Part One Ep013

September 18, 2018Episodesband, band practice, buzz, buzzards, conversation, Death, death metal, entertainment, fret, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, guitar, humor, listening, Megadeth, metal, Metallica, music, Opeth, podcast, Slayer, talk showFret Buzz The Podcast

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Like the Gods of Valhalla, the Fret Buzz warriors attack with power, speed, and precision in their first two-part episode on Metal music.

Today’s topics include elements of classic and contemporary genres of metal, approaches to learning metal guitar, influential bands and albums within metal genres, and the sheer physical force of Death metal.

Let Me Drive, Man! (with Guest Host, Brian Quinn of Candlebox) Ep012

September 11, 2018Episodesband, band practice, Brian Quinn, buzz, buzzards, Candlebox, conversation, drive, entertainment, fret, fret buzz, Fret Buzz The Podcast, gigging, gigs, guitar, humor, listening, motivation, music, perseverance, podcast, Randy Rhoads, rock, talk show, Warren Haynes, Zakk WyldeFret Buzz The Podcast

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In this week’s episode, Tony’s childhood friend, Candlebox’s own, guitarist Brian Quinn, takes a guest chair and joins the guys to discuss those ever elusive ingredients for professional musical success: drive, motivation, and perseverance. Topics include: the importance of reinventing your musicianship, studying new techniques on the road, the science and art of networking, developing a business mind, and guiding your career according to “the dream”.

Today’s recording, editing, mic placements, and other amenities were generously offered by friends, family, and interested neighbors. With kind smiles, we thanked them all and said that we got it all covered.

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…But How Long Will This Take? (with Altan Aydin) Ep010

August 28, 2018Episodesart, band, band practice, buzz, conversation, entertainment, fret, fret buzz, guitar, humor, music, podcast, talk showFret Buzz The Podcast

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This week, guitarist Altan Aydin joins Aaron and Tony to address that plaguing focus of every young player’s mind: how to become good on the guitar. They share their experiences with moving from novice to proficient player, discuss the many struggles along the path, and offer invaluable suggestions to both new and more experienced guitarists in order to maximize practice time.

So, be patient, stop whining, and know that you will understand it all…very…soon.

Art is What You Can Get Away With Ep009

August 21, 2018Episodesart, artistry, band, band practice, buzz, collaboration, David Bryn, fret, fret buzz, group, ideas, inspiration, listening, muse, musical expression, podcast, rehearsal, talk show, voice, writingFret Buzz The Podcast

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On today’s episode of Fret Buzz, Aaron, Joe, and Tony delve into what it means to truly live and work as an artist in a modern world. They compare today’s expectations of artists to those of years past, and share their own experiences with learning about how to make art that resonates with people on a deep level. Stories and insights abound, so get on your smocks, open new project files, and ink your quills, as the guys chew on everything art.

Today’s episode of Fret Buzz was inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci, Jimi Hendrix, and the Muses of Ancient Greece.

Let’s Band Together Ep008

August 15, 2018Episodesband, band practice, buzz, buzzards, criticism, fret, fret buzz, group work, guitar, improvisation, jamming, jazz, listening, music, podcast, rehearsal, rock, talk show, timingFret Buzz The Podcast

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In this episode, Aaron, Joe, and Tony deliver their hard-earned insights into that crown jewel of musicianship: the band. They dig into best and worst band experiences, effective collaboration, proper preparation of material, best “etiquette”, and so much more. All comments in this episode were voted on and approved in a democratic manner by a committee of serious and dedicated rockers at Fret Buzz Headquarters.