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Author: Josh Schneider

The Penitent Man / Amp Rigs
G-Q Interviews R-Z 

In Search Of Tone: Phil Gallegos & Steve King Of The Penitent Man

24th May 202130th June 2021 Josh Schneider Desert Records, Legends Of The Desert, Phil Gallegos, Steve King, The Penitent Man

The Penitent Man is a five piece band consisting of Phil Gallegos (guitars), Steven King (guitars), Allan Davidson (vocals), Chris

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Tony Reed / Mos Generator - Guitar & Amps Rigs
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In Search Of Tone: Tony Reed Of Mos Generator & Big Scenic Nowhere

17th May 202122nd June 2021 Josh Schneider Argonauta Records, Big Scenic Nowhere, Heavy Psych Sounds, Heavy Rock, In Search Of Tone, Mos Generator, Ripple Music, Tony Reed

Tony Reed is a master of his craft. Anything he sets his mind to he accomplishes to the fullest extent.

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Doors To No Where 'Darkness Fall'
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Review: Doors To No Where ‘Darkness Fall’

11th May 20217th December 2021 Josh Schneider Darkness Fall, Desert Records, Doors To No Where

Desert Records has quickly become one of my favorite labels with a constant flow of unique and just awesome music

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Matteo Barsacchi / Mr. Bison
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In Search Of Tone: Matteo Barsacchi Of Mr. Bison

10th May 202111th June 2021 Josh Schneider In Search Of Tone, Mr Bison, Psych, Ripple Music, Seaward, Subsound Records

Matteo Barsacchi of Mr. Bison, like me, can talk about music and gear for far longer than anyone should. That’s

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Brad Frye / Red Mesa
A-F Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Brad Frye Of Red Mesa & Desert Records

26th April 202123rd February 2024 Josh Schneider Brad Frye, Desert Records, Desert Rock, In Search Of Tone, Red Mesa, Stoner Rock

I’ve enjoyed every interview I have done to date. This interview with Brad Frye of Red Mesa is definitely one

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Jake Leyland / Beggar - Live At Buffalo Studio
G-Q Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Jake Leyland Of Beggar

23rd April 20214th June 2021 Josh Schneider APF Records, Beggar, Compelled To Repeat, In Search Of Tone, Jake Leyland

I’ve learned about so many new bands in the last six months. It’s amazing how many are out there and

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Bongzilla - Photo by Lee Edwards
G-Q Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Mike ‘Muleboy’ Makela Of Bongzilla

14th April 202124th May 2021 Josh Schneider Bongzilla, Heavy Psych Sounds, In Search Of Tone, Mike ‘Muleboy’ Makela, Sludge, Weedsconsin

Mike ‘Muleboy’ Makela is about as cool of a guy as you would expect in a band named Bongzilla. He

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Dali's Llama 'Dune Lung'
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Review: Dali’s Llama ‘Dune Lung’ EP

1st April 202123rd February 2024 Josh Schneider Dali's Llama, Desert Rock, Dune Lung, Independent, Stoner Rock

Desert rock is a genre that has been around for quite some time but I’m only recently learning how amazing

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A-F Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Aaron Turner Of SUMAC, Old Man Gloom, Mamiffer & ISIS

29th March 20216th May 2021 Josh Schneider In Search Of Tone, Mamiffer, Old Man Gloom, Profound Lore Records, Sige Records, Sumac, Thrill Jockey Records

Aaron Turner is responsible for a FEW of my favorite bands. SUMAC, Old Man Gloom, ISIS and Mamiffer are amazing

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Jake Wallace / Elder Druid - Photo by Matt Johnston
G-Q Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Jake Wallace Of Elder Druid

26th March 202128th April 2021 Josh Schneider Doom, Elder Druid, In Search Of Tone, Jake Wallace, Sludge

It’s important to find good role models to help push you to reach your potential. I’m here to tell you

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Conviction - Studio Rig
A-F Interviews 

In Search Of Tone: Olivier Verron & Frédéric Patte-Brasseur Of Conviction

22nd March 202123rd April 2021 Josh Schneider Argonauta Records, Conviction, Doom, Frédéric Patte-Brasseur, In Search Of Tone, Olivier Verron

Conviction were introduced to me after starting this project. It’s one of the best perks, being able to learn about

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Premiere: –(16)– ‘Forgeries Vol 1, 1972–1984’ – New Album Drops Tomorrow, 1st May
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