Episodes
Oct. 7, 2024
1000s of Guitars SAVED From Landfills w/ Jason & Ian of MIRC
On today's episode of the podcast, I sit down with Jason Gano and Ian Harrold of Musical Instrument Reclamation Corporation. MIRC is a truly fascinating and unique company based in Music City that has saved untold thousands …
Sept. 30, 2024
My First STRATOCASTER w/ Joe Branton of Guitar Nerds
On this episode of The Tone Mob Podcast, I am reunited with Joe Branton of Guitar Nerds for a lively discussion about our latest guitar and bass acquisitions, the nuances of said purchases, and the cultural significance of F…
Sept. 23, 2024
Guitar Wisdom w/ Tomo Fujita
Don't worry. Don't compare. Don't expect too fast. Be kind to yourself. These are just a few of bits of "Guitar Wisdom" that Berklee College of Music Instructor Tomo Fujita has been known for. Between his classes at the famo…
Sept. 16, 2024
Nick & Jack of Guitar Center Vintage
This is a very special episode of the show! Today I am talking with Jack Hetherington and Nick Conte who are key people in Guitar Center's Vintage department. We talk about their stories and how they came to be some of they …
Sept. 9, 2024
Trying To Keep Sane w/ Adrian of ThorpyFx
Adrian Thorpe of ThorpyFx has returned to the podcast! On this episode of the show we get into some rather "heavy" methods that both Adrian and myself use to attempt to keep ourselves from going insane. (It might be a little…
Sept. 2, 2024
Karl Sanders of Nile!!!
As you have determined, on this episode I'm talking to Karl Sanders from the legendary band Nile! And we go places baby. We. Go. Places. We discuss the band's early days, and Karl's view on the evolving acceptance of extreme…
Aug. 26, 2024
A TONEWOOD Discovery?! w/ Derek Kimball of Kimball Hardwoods
This a story you probably haven't heard before! Derek Kimball from Kimball Hardwoods shares his journey into the guitar industry and supplying high quality, and specific wood for high-end guitars. We discuss the importance o…
Aug. 19, 2024
Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance) & James Bowman (Bowman Audio Endeavors)
This is one KILLER and super nerdy episode of the podcast! Today I am chatting with Frank Iero from My Chemical Romance and Jamesbowman of Bowman Audio Endeavors/ Against Me! The fellas came on to discuss the new pedal that …
Aug. 12, 2024
WE LOVE LES PAULS w/ Scott Marquart of Stringjoy
On this episode of the Tone Mob Podcast, Blake and Scott discuss their shared love for Les Paul guitars. We talk about their personal experiences with Les Pauls, including the different models they own and the modifications …
Aug. 5, 2024
REAL Amp Superiority w/ Mike Cunniff of Boston Manor
Gear, gear and MOAR GEAR talk on this episode. Mike and I dive into his journey from a biomedical professional to full time musician in popular rock act, Boston Manor. It's a more sudden change in fields than I would have ex…
July 29, 2024
I Broke Into Robert Baker's Studio
As I'm sure you have heard, I was recently in Nashville again. While there, I figured doing some LIVE IN PERSON PODCASTING was in order. So I took a little drive to my buddy Robert Baker's studio and we got into a a conversa…
July 22, 2024
Johan Reinholdz of Dark Tranquility
We've got another heavy hitter for you on this episode! Today I'm talking with Yohan Reinholdz of the band Dark Tranquility (and formerly of Andromeda). We talk gear, the evolution of his process, the Swedish music scene, hi…
July 15, 2024
Travis Stever of Coheed & Cambria and L.S. Dunes
On this very special episode of The Tone Mob Podcast I sat down with my new buddy Travis Stever of Coheed & Cambria and L.S. Dunes! It turned out absolutely wonderful and Travis even let me share some of his music with you t…
July 8, 2024
Repairing Stuff For The Hells Angels? w/ Jayce Levi of "World Famous" Repairland
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 video…
July 1, 2024
Convenience Is a Conduit for Creativity w/ Dante Frisiello
"It's very painful for my wallet to be a musician and not a lawyer." - Dante Frisiello This conversation is very much based around finding whatever it is that you love. Dante delivers a very, very empowering message about th…
June 24, 2024
Are You Down To Clown? w/ Cassandra & Clark of AmpRx
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 compa…
June 17, 2024
Cooking Meth & Chasing Chickens w/ Jack Brunson of Jack's Guitaracheology
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…
June 10, 2024
Sweaty Ole Stevie w/ Phillip Carter of The 40 Watt Podcast
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 k…
June 3, 2024
"My parents don't know that part..." w/ Mike Cole
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 sudde…
May 27, 2024
What Bass Amp To Buy? w/ Joe Branton of Guitar Nerds
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…
May 20, 2024
Musical Meditation w/ Mike Love
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…
May 14, 2024
PHILLIP MCKNIGHT Part 2 (sort of)
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 t…
May 6, 2024
Are Bass Players More Important? w/ Mr. Glyn of Mr. Glyn's Pickups
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 episo…
April 29, 2024
Marcos Curiel of P.OD. (Yes, that P.O.D.)
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 …