07: Eric Calvert

09: ZombieKing

The conversation delves into the band's influences from South Texas culture, shaping their sound and the impact of blending genres and cultural experiences on their music. We talk about the influence of influential guitar heroes, the balance between studio recording and live shows, the band's identity shaped by zombie culture and horror influence, and the strategic approach to new music releases and future plans. Chapters * 00:00 Blending Genres and Cultural Experiences * 32:22 Influential Guitar Heroes * 43:39 Zombie Culture and Horror Influence * 48:57 New Music Releases and Future Plans

08: Tony Gomez

Our guest today is a seasoned performer who has been part of the music scene since the late 1980s. Known for his powerful vocals and energetic stage presence, he has played in various bands, including Killamora and Anialator. His journey began with a pivotal moment at a Kiss concert, which ignited his passion for performing. With over three decades in the business, he has a wealth of knowledge to share.

07: Eric Calvert

The conversation covers a range of topics including the physical toll of performing live music, aging, health challenges of musicians, injuries and performances, musical creativity and health, and recording and sound engineering. The conversation delves into the art of customizing guitar tone and understanding amplifier components, providing insights into the nuances of creating unique guitar tones and the technical aspects of amplifiers. Eric delves into the importance of building relationships with musicians and demo users to gather valuable feedback on pedal designs. He also emphasizes the significance of maintaining high quality standards for pedal components to ensure consistent sound and performance. Chapters * 00:00 Pizza Buffet Mishap * 05:45 Aging and Physical Strain * 11:58 Injuries and Performances * 18:03 Musical Creativity and Health * 28:46 Customizing Guitar Tone and Amplifiers * 01:04:00 Building Relationships for Feedback * 01:09:18 Maintaining Quality Standards

06: Kris Redus

In this episode, Kris Redus shares insights on the process of creating music, the impact of musical education, and the challenges of writing music for church. He also discusses his experience producing a personal album and the balance between personal music projects and income-generating work. The conversation covers topics such as the fear of making mistakes in the studio, the creative process in the early morning, the role of a producer in music production, the use of AI and digital tools in music creation, and the pursuit of unique and human creativity in modern music. Chapters * 00:00 Pursuit of Unique and Human Creativity * 34:29 Influences and Creativity * 46:03 Musical Education and Church Music * 59:31 Personal Album Production

05: Clarissa Serna

As a musician and a mother, finding the right balance between your passions and responsibilities can feel overwhelming. How do you juggle late-night gigs with early morning playdates? For Clarissa, motherhood has changed how she approaches her music career. Initially, she struggled with the demands of gigging and the late hours associated with her profession. However, after welcoming her daughter, she made a conscious decision to prioritize quality over quantity in her performances. In this episode, we’ll explore the insights shared by performing artist Clarissa on how she navigates the roles of being a mom, a realtor, working for a law firm, and a musician.