Episodes
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 …
April 22, 2024
"Scared Myself Into Doing Music" w/ Jon Deiley of Northlane
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 reco…
April 15, 2024
Is The Internet All Bad? w/ Matt of Mule Resophonic Guitars
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…
April 8, 2024
HE FINALLY DID IT! w/ David Greeves of Great Eastern FX
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. H…
April 2, 2024
Rick Rubin Mindset w/ Markus Reeves of Reeves Electro
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 rathe…
March 25, 2024
Teaching MILLIONS of People w/ Marty Schwartz
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 YouTub…
March 18, 2024
Not An Alvarez! w/ Driftwood Guitars
In this conversation, Blake interviews Chris and Matt from Driftwood Guitars. This is an EXTREMELY YouTube driven episode. (Thanks Rhett Shull!) As the Driftwood Guitars channel has grown, so has the guitar building business…
March 11, 2024
SHOCK THE FOX!!!
Tye Tyler (Shock The Fox)shares his journey from the corporate world slinging cell phones to becoming a full time guitar builder. He discusses his background in woodworking and how he got into building guitars. We also go ov…
March 4, 2024
Scott Strange Returns! (Templo Audio Devices)
In this episode, Blake interviews Scott Strange from Templo Audio Devices. They discuss Scott's traveling lifestyle and the challenges of running a business while constantly on the move. Scott shares his approach to finding …
Feb. 26, 2024
"I Didn't Fall In Love With Guitar To Teach" w/ Dr. Molly Miller
In this conversation, Molly Miller discusses her early start in a family band and her formal education in guitar. She shares her approach to teaching and the importance of balance in her career, which includes performing, te…
Feb. 19, 2024
Is Clickbait OK? w/ Landon Bailey
Summary In this conversation, Blake and Landon discuss their experiences in making that sweet, sweet content. We also talk about our time at Gear Fest and the importance of networking and building relationships in the indust…
Feb. 12, 2024
Dreaming Up Songs. Literally. w/ Justyna Kelley & Eddie Gore
Summary Justyna Kelley is a "Nashville-by-way of France" recording artist, producer, songwriter, actress, and a whole bunch of other stuff! In this conversation, Justyna and Blake discuss her background in music, her work as…