Veteran journalist Bryan Reesman learns what makes musician tick by exploring their hobbies and outside passions. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.
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A lively convo about comic fandom, creation, and influences featuring Todd McFarlane (Spawn, Venom), Andy Biersack (Black Veil Brides), Claudio Sanchez (Coheed and Cambria), and Chondra Echert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Hottinger (Halestorm), Diamond Rowe (Tetrarch), and Mike Bishop (aka Blöthar the Berserker from GWAR) all share a deep passion for fishing. They unite on "Side Jams" to discuss everything from unusual fishing spots to the biggest fish they've ever caught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Testament guitarist Alex Skolnick and Moonspell frontman Fernando Ribeiro both love to read. They discuss their favorite books and authors, personal writing projects, their shopping habits, and what they consider to be the most metal books ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pat Benatar's musical and life soulmate Neil Giraldo dove into the world of Three Chord Bourbon. Here he talks about how he got involved with this business venture and how his musical career offers parallel lessons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Canadian rock quartet talk about their love for escape rooms, gaming, hockey, and the crazy collectibles they've accrued through their life in rock 'n roll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guitarist Courtney Cox is a major foodie who loves to cook, and she is also a fitness buff who stays in shape for her international touring adventures. She reveals that she has been playing and touring with three herniated discs in her back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Halestorm guitarist has been developing his photography skills throughout the group's career. He talks about shooting his bandmates, how he has evolved visually, and why he prefers Leica cameras. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buckcherry frontman became a phlebotomist during the Covid pandemic . He's also into playing tennis, boxing, true crime stories, and studying Self, Society, and the Humanities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bandmates Steve Morgan and Stephen Sims discuss being ethical hackers and cybersecurity experts. They also talk about the most realistic hacker portrayals on screen, and how some in the music industry are not well guarded against hacking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Volbeat frontman Michael Poulsen loves boxing, and Danish fighter Mikkel Kessler helped him get fit and more sober. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Avantasia's frontman proclaims his love for soccer and the Bayern Munich team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nile frontman Karl Sanders finds joy and social stimulation playing pickleball with strangers. "Pickleball has restored my faith in humanity," he says. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffmann talks about he developed a passion for photography that led to commercial and portrait work during a long band hiatus. He photographed Chet Atkins' guitars and Les Paul. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bruce Dickinson talks about his new comics book series, the influence of Alan Moore, his childhood superhero icons, and British comics he grew up with. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Twin Tribes bandmates Luis Navarro and Joel Niño, Jr. love wrestling -- both American and Lucha Libre, the Mexican style. They talk about how they got into the sport, their favorite wrestlers, the world of Lucha Libre, and how some of the biggest characters in the sport are Goth. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Outspoken singer Dee Snider talks about his journey into charitable giving, how he decides where and when to give, and how he wants to inspire people people to do more and be better. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The solo artist and former Hinder frontman has faced a rocky road in overcoming his addictions, but through sobriety he has found a renewed determination that fuels his artistic endeavors. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Voyager frontman Danny Estrin pours his energy into two careers -- as frontman for the Australian synth-metal band and as an immigration attorney. We speak about his journey through both careers, how he balances the two, and the types of people he represents. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From Ashes To New's guitarist Lance Dowdle likes to relax by playing video games, watching anime, and collecting import statues of his favorite anime characters and moments. We also delve into the modern connection between geek culture and rock music. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When he's not shredding on strings, guitarist Joel Hoekstra likes to shoot hoops. From his home turf to the Monsters Of Rock Cruise, he enjoys interacting with fans and other musicians and getting a good game in. As a kid, he played Little League baseball and his team won the World Series. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Liv's musical life went into upheaval a few years ago, she explored teaching which she says has always been in her blood. In her "second life" she balances performing her music and teaching primary school and children with special needs. Liv enjoys fulfilling her artistic passions while serving society in the classroom. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When Burning Witches drummer Lala Frischknecht is not pounding her kit, she trades her sticks in for kitchen utensils and loves cooking cuisine from across the globe. She makes everything from German to Thai food. Her BBQ secret? Ketchup, pineapple juice, and Sprite. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ville Valo crafts moody love metal anthems and ballads, and some of his inspiration undoubtedly comes from his love for literature. We discuss many authors he appreciates -- Charles Baudelaire, Mariana Enriquez, Edith Södergran, H.P. Lovecraft, and others. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthrax's bassist talks about his comic book story, finding himself through acting, crazy touring tales, and funny home repair fails. And the time he woke up in a hotel room in someone else's blood! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Onstage, Jacoby Shaddix is the hyperactive frontman for Papa Roach. When he needs peace offstage, he heads to the Great Outdoors to run, kayak, fish, and more. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
