Jake Morris is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Portland, Or. Outside of drumming for Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks, he releases solo records under the name Street Nights. His most recent record, The Long Goodbye is out now via his own label, Community Guidelines. Jake and Joe talk about their early drums lessons and Jake shares how a Living Color song sent him on the path of self-education.  He tells us why a more methodical approach to recording the new record was a more satisfying process and allowed him to not only be more focused, but more creative. The two discuss the current climate of touring, why it’s more difficult and why they still pine for performing live. They share their election day experiences, compare the films The Long Goodbye and Fletch, and we hear a couple new tunes. Street Nights (https://streetnights.bandcamp.com/album/the-long-goodbye) Episode supported by Izotope (https://www.izotope.com/) Ep supported by our friends @izotope. Izotope cyber week starts now! Head over to izotope.com now to and get massive savings on all their production software. Use code FRET10 at check out. Its black bundle Friday at @izotope NOW! Massive savings on All software bundles. limited time only.  11.29-12.02. Get the best deals of the year now. FRET10 Episode supported by Distrokid (https://distrokid.com/) Check out the Distrokid App!

Happy Thanksgiving! Randy wraps up Independent Publisher's month with a great interview with writer/publisher Dorothee Perret. They Talk about magazines, community and raising kids all while supporting great creatives through publishing. https://dopepress.fr/ https://paris-la.com/

In this heartfelt discussion, we explore the significance of choosing cremation and the lessons learned from life’s close calls. With a message about autonomy and the unpredictable nature of life, this video invites deeper contemplation of our choices. #LaJollaBabylon, #RuinousMedia, #Cremation, #LifeChoices, #PersonalReflection, #EndOfLife, #LessonsLearned, #Autonomy, #LaJolla, #DeepThoughts, #LifeLessons, #EmbracingLife, #Podcast, #ComingofAge

We are truly living in a renaissance of custom guitar building. Just when you play one, another pops up to surprise and delight you. And the Doubleday Broadwing is no exception. Made in Austin, Texas by Walker Doubleday, we think these guitars would fit any bill, any place, any time. Special thanks to Superfan Alex for the gracious loan of this fantastic instrument. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at these fine establishments: Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thehighgain) || https://www.patreon.com/thehighgain Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thehighgain/) || @thehighgain Web (https://www.thehighgain.com) || https://www.thehighgain.com

Aaron and Randy reflect on last week's inter with Bryan Ray Turcotte. They talk about the micro cultures in Los Angeles. They. also stroll down memory lane reminiscing about food photography and hard drives.

Benny Reed is the vocalist, guitarist, and one half of (alongside drummer Johnny Lani) the Australian band, Skegss. Their third full length release, Pacific Highway Music, is out now via Loma Vista Recordings. Benny tells us why the new record, recorded in Los Angeles at two iconic studios (The Village and Fivestar Studios), was a new experience for the band, and how Dave Catching’s studio Rancho De La Luna played a role in the overall sound and gear selection.  Joe and Benny discuss how a songwriting challenge from Benny’s dad resulted in a song about two Australian cultural legends, bushranger Ned Kelly and celebrated singer-songwriter, Paul Kelly. Benny shares his early life in a small town, how the Tension body boarding videos influenced his musical taste, and we hear a couple new tunes. #BennyReed, #Skegss, #TheCheckInPodcast, #RuinousMedia, #JoePlummer, #LomaVistaRecordings, #MusicJourney #Songwriting #GapYearTour #SurfContests #EPRelease #CreativeProcess #MusicianLife #Inspiration #NewMusic #TravelDiaries

Benny Reed is the vocalist, guitarist, and one half of (alongside drummer Johnny Lani) the Australian band, Skegss. Their third full length release, Pacific Highway Music, is out now via Loma Vista Recordings. Benny tells us why the new record, recorded in Los Angeles at two iconic studios (The Village and Fivestar Studios), was a new experience for the band, and how Dave Catching’s studio Rancho De La Luna played a role in the overall sound and gear selection.   Joe and Benny discuss how a songwriting challenge from Benny’s dad resulted in a song about two Australian cultural legends, bushranger Ned Kelly and celebrated singer-songwriter, Paul Kelly. Benny shares his early life in a small town, how the Tension body boarding videos influenced his musical taste, and we hear a couple new tunes. Skegss (https://skegss.com/) Loma Vista (https://www.lomavistarecordings.com/) Episode supported by Izotope (https://www.izotope.com/) Ep supported by our friends @izotope. Izotope cyber week starts now! Head over to izotope.com now to and get massive savings on all their production software. Use code FRET10 at check out. Episode supported by Distrokid (https://distrokid.com/) Check out the Distrokid App!

Benny Reed is the vocalist, guitarist, and one half of (alongside drummer Johnny Lani) the Australian band, Skegss. Their third full length release, Pacific Highway Music, is out now via Loma Vista Recordings. Benny tells us why the new record, recorded in Los Angeles at two iconic studios (The Village and Fivestar Studios), was a new experience for the band, and how Dave Catching’s studio Rancho De La Luna played a role in the overall sound and gear selection.   Joe and Benny discuss how a songwriting challenge from Benny’s dad resulted in a song about two Australian cultural legends, bushranger Ned Kelly and celebrated singer-songwriter, Paul Kelly. Benny shares his early life in a small town, how the Tension body boarding videos influenced his musical taste, and we hear a couple new tunes. Skegss (https://skegss.com/) Loma Vista (https://www.lomavistarecordings.com/) Episode supported by Izotope (https://www.izotope.com/) Ep supported by our friends @izotope. Izotope cyber week starts now! Head over to izotope.com now to and get massive savings on all their production software. Use code FRET10 at check out. Episode supported by Distrokid (https://distrokid.com/) Check out the Distrokid App!