feed03.fireside.fm Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:43:18 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Gitfiddles and Paradiddles https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm Tue, 10 Dec 2024 15:00:53 -0500 Gitfiddles & Paradiddles is a two man team set on helping the working musician. With over 40 years of combined playing, touring and studio experience, we want to help you navigate through the vast world of the working musician. It's also just plain fun to talk about all things music, sports, tv and much more! Come join us. en-us © 2025 Chris Mathis & Jon Mobley episodic A Podcast for music and other fun topics Chris & Jon Gitfiddles & Paradiddles is a two man team set on helping the working musician. With over 40 years of combined playing, touring and studio experience, we want to help you navigate through the vast world of the working musician. It's also just plain fun to talk about all things music, sports, tv and much more! Come join us. yes guitar, drums, drummer, music, instruments, guitar player, rock, metal, learn, musician, jazz, pop, learn, talk Chris & Jon gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com yes Support the show! Episode 50: The Great Tube Shortage https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/50 62ad9239-12d6-4c55-96ae-17928b571585 Tue, 10 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 50 The Great Tube Shortage full Chris & Jon Episode 50 has arrived! We are so excited to have made it to episode 50. Come dive in and celebrate with us. 44:05 yes What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds. We also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details. Thank you all for the support. Episode 50... Let’s go! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds.

We also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details.

Thank you all for the support.

Episode 50... Let’s go!

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]]> What a journey it’s been. 50 episodes down and many more to come. In this episode we discuss how supply shortages have begun to hit manufacturing with musical instruments. Specifically how the shortage of guitar tubes is having an impact on amp sales and what the future holds.

We also have a bit of a fanboy moment in this episode as well. Listen to find out the details.

Thank you all for the support.

Episode 50... Let’s go!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+ydraguQq ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 49: The Art of the Pivot https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/49 27f6c431-ae8e-4a44-b9d0-bedde505999c Tue, 15 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 49 The Art of the Pivot full Chris & Jon In the age of Covid, musicians have had to rethink how they earn a living and stay relevant in the music industry. The art of the pivot is essential. 49:13 yes Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter.

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]]> Covid has changed everything. That’s an understatement! In this episode Chris and Jon talk about the ways that they each have pivoted to continue working as professional musicians. Change of mindset and rethinking what it means to be called a professional musician, is common practice these days. Join us for a fun episode where we dive deep into the thought process of relying on playing live (pre-Covid), to refocusing your efforts and coming out better and brighter.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+6cR4zSvL ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 48: Did Covid kill the touring musician? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/48 2aae06fc-55aa-4b38-a792-7f442f2339bc Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 48 Did Covid kill the touring musician? full Chris & Jon Did Covid kill the tour musician? If you ask us, we think so. In this episode we dive into the ways that Covid, mandates and main stream media have played a role in the slow demise of the touring musician. 53:34 no Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive.

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]]> Please keep in mind that the perspectives of this episode are from the perspectives of the host, Chris & Jon. Touring musicians as a whole have been affected by Covid. As so any other jobs and professions have. In this episode we breakdown the ways the working musician / weekend warrior musician have been affected. We also discussed ways to pivot to other platforms and continue creating and staying positive.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+uhJl3xJj ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 47: Modern P&W vs Sideman https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/47 c4f6da15-ab9e-44f2-9537-7c4662b36aaa Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 47 Modern P&W vs Sideman full Chris & Jon In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship environment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist. 1:05:12 no Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you. In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist. Of course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude. Happy New Year, everyone! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, church, worship Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you.

In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.

Of course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude.

Happy New Year, everyone!

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]]> Welcome to 2022! This is an episode that we’ve been talking about doing for about six months. We’re very excited to finally flesh it out and share it with all of you.

In this episode we discussed the differences of being a musician in a modern praise and worship enviroment / church, versus being a hired gun / side man with a touring band / artist.

Of course there are many similarities in both environments. But there are some big differences that make a world of change if you’re approaching it with the right mindset and attitude.

Happy New Year, everyone!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+6GQoTv-u ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 46: Back To The 80's: Part 1 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/46 cdd442ec-a09a-450a-aac4-98c8723c6e2b Tue, 14 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 46 Back To The 80's: Part 1 full Chris & Jon The sound of the 80's is making a comeback. Some people love it, some people may hate it. But one things for sure, history always repeats itself. 49:52 yes New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback? It’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper? In this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves? nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback?

It’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper?

In this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves?

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]]> New artist are jumping on the 80's sound. From the Weeknd to Dua Lipa and even artist like John Mayer . What is it about this iconic sound that is making a huge comeback?

It’s been shown that pop-culture repeats itself every 30 years. Is this a sign of that trend or is it something deeper?

In this episode we attempt to dissect what is generating such great interest in the sound of the 80's. Is it record labels, money driven or just artist themselves?

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+m3qgyxYl ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 45: Does The Stage Determine Success? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/45 a4ac72b3-4cf5-4066-9722-e40a4c614095 Tue, 17 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 45 Does The Stage Determine Success? full Chris & Jon What’s the first thing someone asks you when you tell them you’re a professional musician? 57:16 yes A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, football, uga A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking.

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]]> A large majority of people who interact with musicians assume that being on a stage as an artist or backing up an artist, as a musician, is the only way to make it as a professional. During this episode Chris and John dive deep into this myth and do their best to bust it along the way. Join us for a episode that already has people talking.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+9u_cnV1m ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 44: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 2 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/44 b337afde-f80b-4546-bdeb-9f29d5e9d470 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 44 Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 2 full Chris & Jon Part two is a special one for us because we get to talk about the albums that influenced us the most from the 90’s. Strap in! 1:11:00 yes We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades. We are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time. We’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades.

We are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time.

We’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey!

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]]> We’ve come to the payoff. From starting in the 60’s and making our way through the 90’s, we’ve made a huge journey as we discovered the recording techniques throughout the decades.

We are still blown away by the huge advancements in technology that shaped and changed the face of music in such a short time.

We’ve had a fun time chronicling all of this and learning along the way. We hope you guys have enjoyed the journey!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+VBnMcBkc ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 43: Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 1 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/43 da48c466-abc7-4549-b4b5-76bd77e56378 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 43 Recording Techniques: The 90's - Part 1 full Chris & Jon In this episode we dive deep into the 90's. Home recording, ADAT, and the mighty Pro Tools all came into existence in this decade. 1:06:21 yes The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here. Come join us! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here.

Come join us!

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]]> The recording techniques from the 90's started us on a music recording revolution! In this episode we go deep into just what makes the 90's so pivotal to the music industry. We also look at how the 90's changed the way we view music as a whole. From bedroom recoring to the rise of Pro Tools, it's all here.

Come join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+OTPWGh-C ]]> Jon Mobley Chris Mathis Episode 42: Recording Techniques: Part 3 - The 80's https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/42 115abd54-b34e-4b43-a169-db3a33815527 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 02:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 42 Recording Techniques: Part 3 - The 80's full Chris & Jon The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us. Join for a trip back as we discuss what made it special for us! 1:18:11 yes The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us! In this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way! This was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it. LONG LIVE THE 80's!!! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, metal The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us!

In this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way!

This was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it.

LONG LIVE THE 80's!!!

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]]> The 80's were a pivotal turning point for music. The decade was a massive influence for us!

In this episode Chris & Jon breakdown the recording techniques from this decade as well as some of thier favorite albums... and a few surprises along the way!

This was a fun one for sure. Hope you guys love it.

LONG LIVE THE 80's!!!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+CeR4cGNa ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 41: Recording Techniques: Part 2 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/41 5b773cdc-1868-4f5e-986e-d53e5e81312b Wed, 03 Feb 2021 02:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 41 Recording Techniques: Part 2 full Chris & Jon We've arrived at the 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. This is such a HUGE decade for music! 57:30 yes Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come. Tune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come.

Tune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more.

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]]> Recording Techniques Part 2. The 70's! This is the decade when recording and live music technology took off. There are so many great artst and albums that came out of this decade. During this episode Chris and Jon breakdown the groundbreaking techologies that shaped the decade AND future decades to come.

Tune into this episode for Chris and Jon's detailed breakdown of thier favorite albums from the 70's and much more.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+7FSGX-Yv ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 40: Recording Techniques: Part 1 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/40 892d89fd-a108-466c-967c-aa1d119f1b3a Wed, 20 Jan 2021 02:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 40 Recording Techniques: Part 1 full Chris & Jon Episode number 40! We are so excited to have hit this number and are looking forward to many more. 47:22 yes In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music. This episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more. Thank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support. Jon & Chris nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music.

This episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more.

Thank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support.

Jon & Chris

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]]> In this episode we begin a five part series that will dive into the recording techniques from each decade going back to the 60s. Jon and Chris will provide one album each, per decade during this series. We are super excited to begin this journey and dive deep into the albums and recording techniques that defined generations of music.

This episode is also a very special one to us. We are proud and excited to have reached 40 episodes and are looking forward to many more.

Thank you to all the great listeners out there! We are so thankful for your support.

Jon & Chris

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+5Y0luB6h ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 39: The Return https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/39 0d793289-b1d3-4884-83b4-c23a52393fe5 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 02:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 39 The Return full Chris & Jon We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us. 49:01 yes We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us. We all know 2020 was a year like no other. But is it possible to sum it up in one word or phrase? Probably not. It tested the world in so many ways and left us different than how started. The two of us looked long and hard at when (or if) we would bring the podcast back to life. Well, rest assurd the show is alive and well and we're ready to take on 2021! A BIG Thank You to all the listeners out there that stuck with us as we took a hiatus away from the show. Both of us are excited for what the future holds and hope you are too. Jon & Chris nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us.

We all know 2020 was a year like no other. But is it possible to sum it up in one word or phrase? Probably not. It tested the world in so many ways and left us different than how started.

The two of us looked long and hard at when (or if) we would bring the podcast back to life. Well, rest assurd the show is alive and well and we're ready to take on 2021!

A BIG Thank You to all the listeners out there that stuck with us as we took a hiatus away from the show.

Both of us are excited for what the future holds and hope you are too.

Jon & Chris

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]]> We're Back Baby!! COVID-19 may have slowed us down but it can't stop us.

We all know 2020 was a year like no other. But is it possible to sum it up in one word or phrase? Probably not. It tested the world in so many ways and left us different than how started.

The two of us looked long and hard at when (or if) we would bring the podcast back to life. Well, rest assurd the show is alive and well and we're ready to take on 2021!

A BIG Thank You to all the listeners out there that stuck with us as we took a hiatus away from the show.

Both of us are excited for what the future holds and hope you are too.

Jon & Chris

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+f8bI8lex ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 38: Musicianship: Alive and Well https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/38 6f186589-4f5c-4f1d-9eb1-9affc50c9162 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:30:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 38 Musicianship: Alive and Well full Chris & Jon This episode has it all. A band that’s been on hiatus for 9 years, comes back. A deep dive into one of our favorite tracks from them. AND… Musicianship is alive and well… what!? 57:58 yes This episode is one that Jon and Chris we’re excited to get out. We recap our incredible time going to see three of our favorite bands and the awesome events that transpired from it. PLUS… We dig deep into one of our favorite songs from a timeless band. Join us. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz This episode is one that Jon and Chris we’re excited to get out. We recap our incredible time going to see three of our favorite bands and the awesome events that transpired from it.

PLUS… We dig deep into one of our favorite songs from a timeless band.

Join us.

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]]> This episode is one that Jon and Chris we’re excited to get out. We recap our incredible time going to see three of our favorite bands and the awesome events that transpired from it.

PLUS… We dig deep into one of our favorite songs from a timeless band.

Join us.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+-I141FFK ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 37: NAMM Show Favorites and Midi 2.0 https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/37 9e012fe7-99e6-4629-b295-1588c1850fa9 Mon, 10 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 37 NAMM Show Favorites and Midi 2.0 full Chris & Jon It’s 2020 and we’re back! This is our first episode of the year and it feels good to be back at it. 1:03:08 no In this episode we highlight our favorite gear from the NAMM Show that took place this past January in Anaheim, CA. Jon and Chris also dive deep into the new Midi 2.0 protocol that was introduced at the NAMM show as well. Hope you guys enjoy! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, NAMM, djent In this episode we highlight our favorite gear from the NAMM Show that took place this past January in Anaheim, CA.

Jon and Chris also dive deep into the new Midi 2.0 protocol that was introduced at the NAMM show as well.

Hope you guys enjoy!

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]]> In this episode we highlight our favorite gear from the NAMM Show that took place this past January in Anaheim, CA.

Jon and Chris also dive deep into the new Midi 2.0 protocol that was introduced at the NAMM show as well.

Hope you guys enjoy!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+SoiFwPS1 ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 36: The G & P Year End Review https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/36 17b252ec-f7a5-412a-be0a-c9d150c5efbe Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 36 The G & P Year End Review full Chris & Jon 2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year. Join us! 59:27 no 2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year. In this episode we breakdown our favorite albums, artist, musicians, movies, tv shows and so much more. Come join us as we cap off this past year. A huge thank you goes out to all of our listeners and supporters over this part year. We couldn't do it without you. Here's to 2020! 🍻 nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz 2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year.

In this episode we breakdown our favorite albums, artist, musicians, movies, tv shows and so much more. Come join us as we cap off this past year.

A huge thank you goes out to all of our listeners and supporters over this part year. We couldn't do it without you.

Here's to 2020! 🍻

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]]> 2019 is almost over, so it seems fitting to talk about our favorite things during this part year.

In this episode we breakdown our favorite albums, artist, musicians, movies, tv shows and so much more. Come join us as we cap off this past year.

A huge thank you goes out to all of our listeners and supporters over this part year. We couldn't do it without you.

Here's to 2020! 🍻

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+lJ-tgc1R ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 35: Making It vs Making It https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/35 27ea78ed-1c96-4635-b1c9-f9ef7434de21 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 35 Making It vs Making It full Chris & Jon Are you confused yet? Let us break it down for you in this episode all about the differences in making it in the music industry. And how you can call the shots. 1:03:56 yes The music industry is a tricky thing. This whole “make it” thing can get you twisted up. But don’t worry, there’s always a way through this confusing business. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown just what it means to make it in the music business and how you can “make it” your own way. In this episode we feature one of our favorite bands from the early 90's. Don't miss this one! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, queensryche The music industry is a tricky thing. This whole “make it” thing can get you twisted up. But don’t worry, there’s always a way through this confusing business. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown just what it means to make it in the music business and how you can “make it” your own way.

In this episode we feature one of our favorite bands from the early 90's.

Don't miss this one!

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]]> The music industry is a tricky thing. This whole “make it” thing can get you twisted up. But don’t worry, there’s always a way through this confusing business. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown just what it means to make it in the music business and how you can “make it” your own way.

In this episode we feature one of our favorite bands from the early 90's.

Don't miss this one!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+_LYTRCn6 ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 34: Musical Walkabout https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/34 e99585c1-5c79-41f6-9137-4721ff684fda Mon, 25 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 34 Musical Walkabout full Chris & Jon The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison. 48:12 yes The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison. In this episode we get into what we like to call a “Musical Walkabout”. This is when you go down a musical path that you may not be familiar with and want to strengthen it or just explore the genre more. Some players may do this to add value to an area / genre they’re already familiar with but want to return to the core elements of it and freshen their approach. During this episode Chris recounts the past year during his own musical walkabout and breaks down what he learned and the importance of moderation. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, motley crue The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison.

In this episode we get into what we like to call a “Musical Walkabout”. This is when you go down a musical path that you may not be familiar with and want to strengthen it or just explore the genre more. Some players may do this to add value to an area / genre they’re already familiar with but want to return to the core elements of it and freshen their approach.

During this episode Chris recounts the past year during his own musical walkabout and breaks down what he learned and the importance of moderation.

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]]> The Black Crowes are getting back together! We also got the news that Motley Crue will be reuniting and going on tour with Def Leppard AND Poison.

In this episode we get into what we like to call a “Musical Walkabout”. This is when you go down a musical path that you may not be familiar with and want to strengthen it or just explore the genre more. Some players may do this to add value to an area / genre they’re already familiar with but want to return to the core elements of it and freshen their approach.

During this episode Chris recounts the past year during his own musical walkabout and breaks down what he learned and the importance of moderation.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+LsATDRbd ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 33: Vanity Metrics https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/33 f186fad5-d60b-44ae-afbf-20e671d3f62b Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 33 Vanity Metrics full Chris & Jon Taylor Swift AND Social Media in one episode. Yep! Join us, we’re diving deep in this one. 57:18 yes We promised consistent content and here we are! Glad to be bringing New episodes on a weekly basis. During this episode we discuss the legal struggle that Taylor Swift is going through currently with her former label. We also dive deep into the use of social media and its affects on upcoming, established artist and musicians. A big thanks to all the listens out there supporting us! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, Taylor Swift We promised consistent content and here we are! Glad to be bringing New episodes on a weekly basis.

During this episode we discuss the legal struggle that Taylor Swift is going through currently with her former label.

We also dive deep into the use of social media and its affects on upcoming, established artist and musicians.

A big thanks to all the listens out there supporting us!

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During this episode we discuss the legal struggle that Taylor Swift is going through currently with her former label.

We also dive deep into the use of social media and its affects on upcoming, established artist and musicians.

A big thanks to all the listens out there supporting us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+WpjrraWP ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 32: Revolutionizing the Drum Set? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/32 34f73012-a942-4c19-87e5-c5d3fa4187ae Mon, 11 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 32 Revolutionizing the Drum Set? full Chris & Jon G & P is back and with a vengeance! In this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation. What’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward? 31:38 no G & P is back and with a vengeance! We’ve been away but we had good reason. But have no fear, G & P is back on track and stronger than ever! In this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation. What’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward? Is it needed? Let us know at - gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, toto G & P is back and with a vengeance!

We’ve been away but we had good reason. But have no fear, G & P is back on track and stronger than ever!

In this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation.

What’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward?

Is it needed?

Let us know at - gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com

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We’ve been away but we had good reason. But have no fear, G & P is back on track and stronger than ever!

In this episode we talk GA Dawgs, Toto (one of our favorite bands) and talk through a little drum speculation.

What’s the next big innovation for the drum set? Jon and Chris have some thoughts. What do you think is the next big thing to push drums forward?

Is it needed?

Let us know at - gitfiddlesandparadiddles@gmail.com

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+4P0Fho-f ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 31: One Year Anniversary https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/31 189db221-02ff-49c0-9a89-897e02272d33 Mon, 30 Sep 2019 05:30:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 31 One Year Anniversary full Chris & Jon One year down, many more to go. 🍻 45:55 no It’s our one year anniversary! 🎉 We can’t believe it’s been a whole year since we started this podcast. It’s been an amazing year. We’ve learned a lot about what it means to be a podcast host and to run an internet show. We are so thankful for all of our listeners and couldn’t do this without all of you! Join us for an episode of reflection and looking forward to the coming years of the show. One year down, many more to go. 🍻 Thank you, Thank you. Chris & Jon nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz It’s our one year anniversary! 🎉 We can’t believe it’s been a whole year since we started this podcast. It’s been an amazing year. We’ve learned a lot about what it means to be a podcast host and to run an internet show.

We are so thankful for all of our listeners and couldn’t do this without all of you!

Join us for an episode of reflection and looking forward to the coming years of the show.

One year down, many more to go. 🍻

Thank you, Thank you.

  • Chris & Jon

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]]> It’s our one year anniversary! 🎉 We can’t believe it’s been a whole year since we started this podcast. It’s been an amazing year. We’ve learned a lot about what it means to be a podcast host and to run an internet show.

We are so thankful for all of our listeners and couldn’t do this without all of you!

Join us for an episode of reflection and looking forward to the coming years of the show.

One year down, many more to go. 🍻

Thank you, Thank you.

  • Chris & Jon

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+gSxjsVo8 ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 30: Musical Cosmos https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/30 14ab8c9b-065e-4b73-804b-e3135ba7a5f7 Mon, 23 Sep 2019 12:15:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 30 Musical Cosmos full Chris & Jon Billy Ray Cyrus is getting richer and Neilson gave us a look at how the music industry is doing. Lets break it down. 48:29 no Episode 30! Let’s celebrate! In this episode we breakdown our favorite Georgia sports teams as well as give predictions for the upcoming MLB playoff season. Neilson provided us with there Mid-Year music sales report. We dive into this report and reveal the staggering numbers that it shows. Music through video consumption is climbing, digital streaming is surging and vinyl is still on the rise. Join us for this fun episode! Neilson Report: https://www.nielsen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/nielsen-us-music-mid-year-report-2019.pdf nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz Episode 30! Let’s celebrate!

In this episode we breakdown our favorite Georgia sports teams as well as give predictions for the upcoming MLB playoff season.

Neilson provided us with there Mid-Year music sales report. We dive into this report and reveal the staggering numbers that it shows.

Music through video consumption is climbing, digital streaming is surging and vinyl is still on the rise.

Join us for this fun episode!

Neilson Report:

https://www.nielsen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/nielsen-us-music-mid-year-report-2019.pdf

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In this episode we breakdown our favorite Georgia sports teams as well as give predictions for the upcoming MLB playoff season.

Neilson provided us with there Mid-Year music sales report. We dive into this report and reveal the staggering numbers that it shows.

Music through video consumption is climbing, digital streaming is surging and vinyl is still on the rise.

Join us for this fun episode!

Neilson Report:

https://www.nielsen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/06/nielsen-us-music-mid-year-report-2019.pdf

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+roaSlY2c ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 29: Stay The Course https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/29 29fc6fa4-2a52-4bf0-be90-80403a89d0b9 Mon, 19 Aug 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 29 Stay The Course full Chris & Jon During this episode we dig into a news article about multiple streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. We get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? 1:00:49 no In this episode we dig into a news article about streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. Of course this is a topic of much debate. Chris and Jon are pretty passionate about this topic and are pretty outspoken over this. Where do you stand? We get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? Jon and Chris jump into this and give a lot of insight on ways to make it as a full time working musician. Don't give up. Stay the course! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz In this episode we dig into a news article about streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. Of course this is a topic of much debate. Chris and Jon are pretty passionate about this topic and are pretty outspoken over this. Where do you stand?

We get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? Jon and Chris jump into this and give a lot of insight on ways to make it as a full time working musician.

Don't give up. Stay the course!

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]]> In this episode we dig into a news article about streaming services (Spotify, Amazon, Google etc) filing an appeal over a possible rate increase for publishers and songwriters. Of course this is a topic of much debate. Chris and Jon are pretty passionate about this topic and are pretty outspoken over this. Where do you stand?

We get asked a lot of questions about being full time working musicians. One of the most prominent is: How do you sustain yourself financially? Jon and Chris jump into this and give a lot of insight on ways to make it as a full time working musician.

Don't give up. Stay the course!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+sNwhPb9s ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 28: Python Skin & Jet Lag https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/28 a6b6f42a-1f30-40e9-b2a5-a0673025e703 Mon, 12 Aug 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 28 Python Skin & Jet Lag full Chris & Jon In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. 58:41 yes We are back in full swing here at G&P! Life is busy but we're back on our regularly scheduled programing. In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. Dive in and hear about how things went for him. From rehearsal, the flights, the layovers and all 4 gigs. Jon gives us great detail along the way. Good, bad and ugly! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz We are back in full swing here at G&P!

Life is busy but we're back on our regularly scheduled programing.

In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. Dive in and hear about how things went for him. From rehearsal, the flights, the layovers and all 4 gigs. Jon gives us great detail along the way. Good, bad and ugly!

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Life is busy but we're back on our regularly scheduled programing.

In this episode we get to hear all about Jon’s fly date gigs that took place in Oregon. We’ve been following along as Jon has been gearing for over a month to be ready for this stretch of gigs. Dive in and hear about how things went for him. From rehearsal, the flights, the layovers and all 4 gigs. Jon gives us great detail along the way. Good, bad and ugly!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+C7_gswjY ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 27: Aliens and Conjured Effects https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/27 e9593d7c-1872-49b6-a984-4fa7dee5604f Mon, 29 Jul 2019 18:15:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 27 Aliens and Conjured Effects full Chris & Jon In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Let's break it all down. 38:01 no Fly Dates. In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Jon gives us some great insights on his most recent preparation for a fly date / gig he has coming up soon. What kind of gear should you bring? What gear should you request to have waiting on you? Chris and Jon cover these in good detail. We also add an incredible song to our list of “What Makes That Song Great” segment. Don’t miss this one! nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, Joe Rogan, Toto Fly Dates. In this episode we dive into how to best prepare for a fly gig. Planning for a fly date is much more of a detailed process than just showing up to your local bar / venue. Jon gives us some great insights on his most recent preparation for a fly date / gig he has coming up soon.

What kind of gear should you bring? What gear should you request to have waiting on you? Chris and Jon cover these in good detail.

We also add an incredible song to our list of “What Makes That Song Great” segment.

Don’t miss this one!

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What kind of gear should you bring? What gear should you request to have waiting on you? Chris and Jon cover these in good detail.

We also add an incredible song to our list of “What Makes That Song Great” segment.

Don’t miss this one!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+8Wb8jMoS ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 26: You've Been Warned https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/26 93fe880d-4477-470d-9707-2cbcf91c26b3 Mon, 15 Jul 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 26 You've Been Warned full Chris & Jon Gibson Guitars have issued a warning for us all. Have you thought about stage presence? Do you know how to incorporate it? 45:48 no In this episode Jon and Chris dive into the news that Gibson Guitars has restructured it’s corporate team. With this, they (Gibson) have released some interesting videos with specific comments that have the guitar community a little upset. We weight in on this with a few thoughts of our own. Chris and Jon also dive into the what it means to have good stage presence and the proper ways to include it in your own performance as a working musician. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, Gibson, Haken In this episode Jon and Chris dive into the news that Gibson Guitars has restructured it’s corporate team. With this, they (Gibson) have released some interesting videos with specific comments that have the guitar community a little upset. We weight in on this with a few thoughts of our own.

Chris and Jon also dive into the what it means to have good stage presence and the proper ways to include it in your own performance as a working musician.

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]]> In this episode Jon and Chris dive into the news that Gibson Guitars has restructured it’s corporate team. With this, they (Gibson) have released some interesting videos with specific comments that have the guitar community a little upset. We weight in on this with a few thoughts of our own.

Chris and Jon also dive into the what it means to have good stage presence and the proper ways to include it in your own performance as a working musician.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+XGCOhoWS ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 25: Let's Talk Drums https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/25 8cd25805-3a2b-4400-9fad-93ebd96827ec Mon, 24 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 25 Let's Talk Drums full Chris & Jon In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Musical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? 48:27 no In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Along the way Jon and Chris talk about how important it is to research the gear you purchase and what it means to be an individual while wading through the vast world of musical gear. Musical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? Do you buy a piece of gear because the flavor of the month plays that specific brand or are you buying with intent? These are questions we’ve asked ourselves throughout our musical journey. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, Yamaha In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Along the way Jon and Chris talk about how important it is to research the gear you purchase and what it means to be an individual while wading through the vast world of musical gear.

Musical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? Do you buy a piece of gear because the flavor of the month plays that specific brand or are you buying with intent? These are questions we’ve asked ourselves throughout our musical journey.

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]]> In this episode Chris talks about the new drumset he recently purchased, along with the history of the company it came from. Along the way Jon and Chris talk about how important it is to research the gear you purchase and what it means to be an individual while wading through the vast world of musical gear.

Musical instruments are a tool. With that in mind, how do you shop when making a purchase? Do you buy a piece of gear because the flavor of the month plays that specific brand or are you buying with intent? These are questions we’ve asked ourselves throughout our musical journey.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+UKpJtlAa ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 24: He's Dead, Jim! https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/24 7153326b-66b7-46bd-9567-27765857a560 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 24 He's Dead, Jim! full Chris & Jon In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them. 1:00:15 yes Guitar Players and effects gurus, this one is for you! In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them. They also talk about an event from a recent gig Chris & Jon played together, we’re something happened that nearly cost Jon this new setup and maybe more… nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, Star Trek Guitar Players and effects gurus, this one is for you!

In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them.

They also talk about an event from a recent gig Chris & Jon played together, we’re something happened that nearly cost Jon this new setup and maybe more…

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In this episode Jon shares a story about his move from his tried and true pedal board to the new Line 6 HX series of products. He dives into what it looks like to make a move like this and what to expect along the way. He also gives some pro tips on using the HX products so that you get the most out of them.

They also talk about an event from a recent gig Chris & Jon played together, we’re something happened that nearly cost Jon this new setup and maybe more…

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+2UyaasA4 ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 23: Should You Move To Nashville? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/23 e0b2a57c-e779-4bd3-9fc8-60d6ecc3cd7d Tue, 28 May 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 23 Should You Move To Nashville? full Chris & Jon We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville? If you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume? 38:54 no We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville? Here's the thing... If you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume? These are just a few questions to ask yourself before you take this big leap. Well that all depends on a series of very specific things. In this episode Chris and Jon dig into what it means to move to Nashville and what to expect if you do. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, Peter Gabriel We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville?

Here's the thing...

If you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume?

These are just a few questions to ask yourself before you take this big leap. Well that all depends on a series of very specific things.

In this episode Chris and Jon dig into what it means to move to Nashville and what to expect if you do.

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]]> We get this question a lot… Should I Move To Nashville?

Here's the thing...

If you do move, do you have the willpower to stay? Can you afford to be there for several years as you build up your resume?

These are just a few questions to ask yourself before you take this big leap. Well that all depends on a series of very specific things.

In this episode Chris and Jon dig into what it means to move to Nashville and what to expect if you do.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+T5Paxmou ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 22: Becoming A Well Rounded Player https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/22 74443828-01b7-4b90-81e3-75767d9afd7b Mon, 20 May 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 22 Becoming A Well Rounded Player full Chris & Jon As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that. 1:01:24 no As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that. Listen as Jon and Chris dissect the importance of being a well rounded, i. e. hirable musician. Along the way they share stories of what they learned as they came up through their individual musical paths. They also provide a few tips on how to become more well rounded and how to be a “callback” musician. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, tiger woods, horse, race, golf As a working musician being a well rounded player is paramount to your success. Being well versed in multiple styles and playing situations means you get call backs… and we all want that.

Listen as Jon and Chris dissect the importance of being a well rounded, i. e. hirable musician. Along the way they share stories of what they learned as they came up through their individual musical paths.

They also provide a few tips on how to become more well rounded and how to be a “callback” musician.

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Listen as Jon and Chris dissect the importance of being a well rounded, i. e. hirable musician. Along the way they share stories of what they learned as they came up through their individual musical paths.

They also provide a few tips on how to become more well rounded and how to be a “callback” musician.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+k3ElzWHD ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 21: Are You Fit For Your Gig? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/21 80d88f96-5777-41d3-ae65-87a30cd2ec28 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 21 Are You Fit For Your Gig? full Chris & Jon Keeping ourselves in shape will help us working musicians in so many ways. In this episode we dig deep into this ever growing topic. 25:04 no Game of Thrones is back and so are we! This one was recorded about a month ago. In this episode we discuss Game of Thrones and the new season. We also talk about fitness as it pertains to your gig and overall health. As we all know by now, fitness is a very important part of being a working musician. It helps us in so many ways. How many of us have played a 4 hour gig and had sore muscles and our backs are killing us? Either on the gig or definitely by the next morning. I know we've been there before. Keeping ourselves in shape will help this by leaps and bounds. Taking care of our bodies will pay dividends toward your personal success with all your gigs. During this episode Jon and Chris provide stories about their own fitness and how being out of shape in previous years affected their gigs and heath. Artist of the Week: Jon - Bishop Gunn https://www.bishopgunn.com Chris - Dave Weckl http://www.daveweckl.com nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz, musicianship, pop, gameofthrones Game of Thrones is back and so are we! This one was recorded about a month ago. In this episode we discuss Game of Thrones and the new season. We also talk about fitness as it pertains to your gig and overall health.

As we all know by now, fitness is a very important part of being a working musician. It helps us in so many ways. How many of us have played a 4 hour gig and had sore muscles and our backs are killing us? Either on the gig or definitely by the next morning. I know we've been there before.

Keeping ourselves in shape will help this by leaps and bounds. Taking care of our bodies will pay dividends toward your personal success with all your gigs.

During this episode Jon and Chris provide stories about their own fitness and how being out of shape in previous years affected their gigs and heath.

Artist of the Week:

Jon - Bishop Gunn

https://www.bishopgunn.com

Chris - Dave Weckl

http://www.daveweckl.com

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]]> Game of Thrones is back and so are we! This one was recorded about a month ago. In this episode we discuss Game of Thrones and the new season. We also talk about fitness as it pertains to your gig and overall health.

As we all know by now, fitness is a very important part of being a working musician. It helps us in so many ways. How many of us have played a 4 hour gig and had sore muscles and our backs are killing us? Either on the gig or definitely by the next morning. I know we've been there before.

Keeping ourselves in shape will help this by leaps and bounds. Taking care of our bodies will pay dividends toward your personal success with all your gigs.

During this episode Jon and Chris provide stories about their own fitness and how being out of shape in previous years affected their gigs and heath.

Artist of the Week:

Jon - Bishop Gunn

https://www.bishopgunn.com

Chris - Dave Weckl

http://www.daveweckl.com

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+dDssfOwh ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 20: The Steady Decline Of Musicianship https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/20 9347e070-f6e0-42dd-ae03-a2b9fdbd9882 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 05:30:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 20 The Steady Decline Of Musicianship full Chris & Jon There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it. 52:18 yes Strap in, this is a deep episode. There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it. Will we see musicianship return to the mainstream? We hope so. But until then it’s the responsibility of every true musician to point players in the right direction of quality musicianship. During this episode we also introduce a new segment we call “Headlines”. We will be discussing relevant news during this segment. In this episode we talk about the coming 2019 tour announced by the band Tool. As well as get into a big love of ours… Baseball! Especially the Atlanta Braves. PICKS OF THE WEEK: Jon - D’Addario NYXL Guitar Strings http://www.daddario.com/DADProductFamily.Page?ActiveID=3768&familyid=74&sid=0b91101b-90e6-4908-9138-933ffcdbf883 Chris - Promark Transport Deluxe Stick Bag http://www.promark.com/pmProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=3917&productid=1077&sid=11ff1abc-dad1-4402-8e26-0f96f0ef05f8 nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz, musicianship, pop, baseball Strap in, this is a deep episode.

There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it.

Will we see musicianship return to the mainstream? We hope so. But until then it’s the responsibility of every true musician to point players in the right direction of quality musicianship.

During this episode we also introduce a new segment we call “Headlines”. We will be discussing relevant news during this segment. In this episode we talk about the coming 2019 tour announced by the band Tool. As well as get into a big love of ours… Baseball! Especially the Atlanta Braves.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon - D’Addario NYXL Guitar Strings

http://www.daddario.com/DADProductFamily.Page?ActiveID=3768&familyid=74&sid=0b91101b-90e6-4908-9138-933ffcdbf883

Chris - Promark Transport Deluxe Stick Bag

http://www.promark.com/pmProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=3917&productid=1077&sid=11ff1abc-dad1-4402-8e26-0f96f0ef05f8

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]]> Strap in, this is a deep episode.

There is no doubt that musicianship has declined in our industry. But why is that? Jon and Chris have some theories they bring up in this episode as to why musicianship is declining so fast. And maybe some ways to correct it.

Will we see musicianship return to the mainstream? We hope so. But until then it’s the responsibility of every true musician to point players in the right direction of quality musicianship.

During this episode we also introduce a new segment we call “Headlines”. We will be discussing relevant news during this segment. In this episode we talk about the coming 2019 tour announced by the band Tool. As well as get into a big love of ours… Baseball! Especially the Atlanta Braves.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon - D’Addario NYXL Guitar Strings

http://www.daddario.com/DADProductFamily.Page?ActiveID=3768&familyid=74&sid=0b91101b-90e6-4908-9138-933ffcdbf883

Chris - Promark Transport Deluxe Stick Bag

http://www.promark.com/pmProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=3917&productid=1077&sid=11ff1abc-dad1-4402-8e26-0f96f0ef05f8

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+Fgv2tlnQ ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 19: Demystifying Gear Reviews https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/19 66e43452-7291-432b-bce6-572ffa79ea5c Mon, 25 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 19 Demystifying Gear Reviews full Chris & Jon How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online. 25:30 no How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online. Has this happened to you before? Gear reviews are great way to explore the vast world of musical instruments. But it’s a good rule of thumb to take them at face value. Join Chris & Jon as they take a deep dive into this subject. ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Jon - Plini (Sunhead EP) https://www.plini.co/ Chris - Chris Potter / Nate Smith on Drums (Underground Album) https://www.chrispottermusic.com/ nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz, gear How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online.

Has this happened to you before?

Gear reviews are great way to explore the vast world of musical instruments. But it’s a good rule of thumb to take them at face value.

Join Chris & Jon as they take a deep dive into this subject.

ARTIST OF THE WEEK:

Jon - Plini (Sunhead EP)

https://www.plini.co/

Chris - Chris Potter / Nate Smith on Drums (Underground Album)

https://www.chrispottermusic.com/

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]]> How many times have you went online to check out gear reviews and decide to order a piece of gear based on what you heard? Only to find out that when you got it home it didn’t sound anything like it did online.

Has this happened to you before?

Gear reviews are great way to explore the vast world of musical instruments. But it’s a good rule of thumb to take them at face value.

Join Chris & Jon as they take a deep dive into this subject.

ARTIST OF THE WEEK:

Jon - Plini (Sunhead EP)

https://www.plini.co/

Chris - Chris Potter / Nate Smith on Drums (Underground Album)

https://www.chrispottermusic.com/

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+NZGjZz1M ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 18: How to be a McDonald’s Hamburger https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/18 3df940de-223b-4e44-bb9f-11aa01ef74a1 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 18 How to be a McDonald’s Hamburger full Chris & Jon As working musicians… Especially sidemen. You need to be a McDonald’s Hamburger. But what does this mean? 36:33 no As a (sideman) musician, consistency is key to your success. Call backs, nailing that audition, getting the gig you’ve been striving for… Being a McDonald’s Hamburger gets you there. Seeking feedback is crucial in helping you understand how your developing. Consistency builds your brand. . . Start today! Dive into this episode as Jon and Chris expand on this topic. Artist of the Week: Jon - Allen Stone https://www.allenstone.com Chris - Mark Guiliana http://www.markguiliana.com nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz, mcdonalds As a (sideman) musician, consistency is key to your success. Call backs, nailing that audition, getting the gig you’ve been striving for… Being a McDonald’s Hamburger gets you there.

Seeking feedback is crucial in helping you understand how your developing.

Consistency builds your brand. . . Start today!

Dive into this episode as Jon and Chris expand on this topic.

Artist of the Week:

Jon - Allen Stone

https://www.allenstone.com

Chris - Mark Guiliana

http://www.markguiliana.com

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]]> As a (sideman) musician, consistency is key to your success. Call backs, nailing that audition, getting the gig you’ve been striving for… Being a McDonald’s Hamburger gets you there.

Seeking feedback is crucial in helping you understand how your developing.

Consistency builds your brand. . . Start today!

Dive into this episode as Jon and Chris expand on this topic.

Artist of the Week:

Jon - Allen Stone

https://www.allenstone.com

Chris - Mark Guiliana

http://www.markguiliana.com

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+mB55JilU ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 17: Gear We Use and Why https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/17 a002d262-706e-452c-bfec-1959b9005bfe Thu, 14 Feb 2019 14:30:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 17 Gear We Use and Why full Chris & Jon In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why. 58:12 no You’ve asked and here it is… It’s time to talk about the gear we use! In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why. We all go through a journey of acquiring the gear that will become what we use as working musicians. This is natural. The evolution of that gear is what makes a player begin to have a unique voice. It’s always important to choose the gear you use based on your gig. Jon takes some time to breakdown the types of guitars that cover almost all bases and genres. The gear you choose can help you get call backs and future gigs. It’s a very important process. In this episode we also cover some tips when shopping for new gear. PICKS OF THE WEEK: Jon - D’Addario DIY Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit http://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=22&sid=9fd9676c-d9b9-44d0-89a1-f1ef632b1901 Chris - Ableton Live 10 https://www.ableton.com/en/live/ nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, podcast, jazz, ableton You’ve asked and here it is… It’s time to talk about the gear we use!

In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why.

We all go through a journey of acquiring the gear that will become what we use as working musicians. This is natural. The evolution of that gear is what makes a player begin to have a unique voice.

It’s always important to choose the gear you use based on your gig. Jon takes some time to breakdown the types of guitars that cover almost all bases and genres.

The gear you choose can help you get call backs and future gigs. It’s a very important process.

In this episode we also cover some tips when shopping for new gear.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon - D’Addario DIY Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit

http://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=22&sid=9fd9676c-d9b9-44d0-89a1-f1ef632b1901

Chris - Ableton Live 10

https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

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]]> You’ve asked and here it is… It’s time to talk about the gear we use!

In this episode we breakdown the gear we use and why.

We all go through a journey of acquiring the gear that will become what we use as working musicians. This is natural. The evolution of that gear is what makes a player begin to have a unique voice.

It’s always important to choose the gear you use based on your gig. Jon takes some time to breakdown the types of guitars that cover almost all bases and genres.

The gear you choose can help you get call backs and future gigs. It’s a very important process.

In this episode we also cover some tips when shopping for new gear.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon - D’Addario DIY Solderless Pedalboard Cable Kit

http://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=22&sid=9fd9676c-d9b9-44d0-89a1-f1ef632b1901

Chris - Ableton Live 10

https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+H6lBw1Em ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 16: Musical Calibration https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/16 eabe4626-390c-474d-85f3-1dc32621d34a Tue, 29 Jan 2019 10:30:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 16 Musical Calibration full Chris & Jon We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold you into the type of player you will become. 41:32 no Musical Calibration is something every true musician will go through. We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold us into the type of player we will become. This may take 10 years or it may take 50. It all depends on your personal journey. How we practice will help develop and push that calibration in exciting directions! Some of the most successful artist and players have evolved and changed with the times to stay relevant. The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and so many more. This is also an essential element for the working musician to remain hireable. Join Jon and Chris as they dive deep into this topic. PICKS OF THE WEEK: Jon - Reunion Blues RBX Gig Bag http://reunionblues.com/product/232/rbx-double-electric-guitar-gig-bag Chris - Meinl Cymbal Tuners https://meinlcymbals.com/index.php?id=23&txfleshopproduct%5Bproduct%5D=1180&txfleshopproduct%5Baction%5D=show&txfleshopproduct%5Bcontroller%5D=Product&cHash=c42a907b7591827ae57e4c79a90932e3 nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz, practice Musical Calibration is something every true musician will go through.

We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold us into the type of player we will become.

This may take 10 years or it may take 50. It all depends on your personal journey.

How we practice will help develop and push that calibration in exciting directions!

Some of the most successful artist and players have evolved and changed with the times to stay relevant. The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and so many more. This is also an essential element for the working musician to remain hireable.

Join Jon and Chris as they dive deep into this topic.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon -

Reunion Blues RBX Gig Bag

http://reunionblues.com/product/232/rbx-double-electric-guitar-gig-bag

Chris -

Meinl Cymbal Tuners

https://meinlcymbals.com/index.php?id=23&tx_fleshop_product%5Bproduct%5D=1180&tx_fleshop_product%5Baction%5D=show&tx_fleshop_product%5Bcontroller%5D=Product&cHash=c42a907b7591827ae57e4c79a90932e3

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]]> Musical Calibration is something every true musician will go through.

We all have a musical starting point. But along our musical journey, other musicians and genres of music will help shape and mold us into the type of player we will become.

This may take 10 years or it may take 50. It all depends on your personal journey.

How we practice will help develop and push that calibration in exciting directions!

Some of the most successful artist and players have evolved and changed with the times to stay relevant. The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Michael Jackson and so many more. This is also an essential element for the working musician to remain hireable.

Join Jon and Chris as they dive deep into this topic.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Jon -

Reunion Blues RBX Gig Bag

http://reunionblues.com/product/232/rbx-double-electric-guitar-gig-bag

Chris -

Meinl Cymbal Tuners

https://meinlcymbals.com/index.php?id=23&tx_fleshop_product%5Bproduct%5D=1180&tx_fleshop_product%5Baction%5D=show&tx_fleshop_product%5Bcontroller%5D=Product&cHash=c42a907b7591827ae57e4c79a90932e3

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+1v7LY173 ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 15: Why You Should Learn Jazz https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/15 44db2574-c5bb-4c7a-b9f6-744f1e9c5305 Mon, 21 Jan 2019 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 15 Why You Should Learn Jazz full Chris & Jon In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music. 57:14 no In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music. Jazz music is a vast ocean that you can get lost in. It’s like peeling an onion. The deeper you go, the more you learn from it. The understanding and development of Jazz and Fusion music into your playing, will help develop and enhance all aspects of your playing and even the ways you think about your approach in other genres and well. Jazz will increase your pocket and feel. So much so, that any other genre you play will be affected in a positive way as a result. Join us as we take this deep dive into a very important topic. Picks of the Week: Jon: Vocal Eaze https://vocaleze.com *Chris: * Prologix Practice Pad https://www.prologixpercussion.com/products-workout *Jazz Listening: * George Benson Pat Methany Grant Green Miles Davis John Coltrane Dig deeper. The rabbit hole runs deep. In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music.

Jazz music is a vast ocean that you can get lost in. It’s like peeling an onion. The deeper you go, the more you learn from it.

The understanding and development of Jazz and Fusion music into your playing, will help develop and enhance all aspects of your playing and even the ways you think about your approach in other genres and well.

Jazz will increase your pocket and feel. So much so, that any other genre you play will be affected in a positive way as a result.

Join us as we take this deep dive into a very important topic.

Picks of the Week:

Jon:

Vocal Eaze

https://vocaleze.com

*Chris: *

Prologix Practice Pad

https://www.prologixpercussion.com/products-workout

*Jazz Listening: *

George Benson
Pat Methany
Grant Green
Miles Davis
John Coltrane

Dig deeper. The rabbit hole runs deep.

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]]> In this episode Jon and Chris breakdown their reasons for why you need to spend time learning and absorbing Jazz Music.

Jazz music is a vast ocean that you can get lost in. It’s like peeling an onion. The deeper you go, the more you learn from it.

The understanding and development of Jazz and Fusion music into your playing, will help develop and enhance all aspects of your playing and even the ways you think about your approach in other genres and well.

Jazz will increase your pocket and feel. So much so, that any other genre you play will be affected in a positive way as a result.

Join us as we take this deep dive into a very important topic.

Picks of the Week:

Jon:

Vocal Eaze

https://vocaleze.com

*Chris: *

Prologix Practice Pad

https://www.prologixpercussion.com/products-workout

*Jazz Listening: *

George Benson
Pat Methany
Grant Green
Miles Davis
John Coltrane

Dig deeper. The rabbit hole runs deep.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+yNyy1mGC ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 14: Embracing Technology https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/14 bd2babcb-1284-4213-acd8-72cb44863576 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 06:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 14 Embracing Technology full Chris & Jon Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. 34:52 no Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. Specifically stage performance use of technology. These technologies have propelled music forward in so many ways. In this episode, Jon and Chris breakdown a few myths that go around our industry and try to help dispel any negative reactions to technology in the live and session music industry. Topics include: Amp Modeling The use of laptops on stage Ableton Live Click tracks vs Metronome use In Ear Monitor (the differences in this and floor wedges) And much more! Picks of the week: Jon: Line 6 HX Effects https://line6.com/hx-effects/ Chris: Vic Firth Double Glaze Drumsticks http://vicfirth.com/new-feel-options/ nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, jazz Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. Specifically stage performance use of technology. These technologies have propelled music forward in so many ways. In this episode, Jon and Chris breakdown a few myths that go around our industry and try to help dispel any negative reactions to technology in the live and session music industry.

Topics include:

  • Amp Modeling
  • The use of laptops on stage
  • Ableton Live
  • Click tracks vs Metronome use
  • In Ear Monitor (the differences in this and floor wedges)

And much more!

Picks of the week:

Jon:

Line 6 HX Effects

https://line6.com/hx-effects/

Chris:

Vic Firth Double Glaze Drumsticks

http://vicfirth.com/new-feel-options/

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]]> Technology is all around us. From our iPhones and iPads to our computers and watches. But the one area that gets a bad rap is the use of technology in music. Specifically stage performance use of technology. These technologies have propelled music forward in so many ways. In this episode, Jon and Chris breakdown a few myths that go around our industry and try to help dispel any negative reactions to technology in the live and session music industry.

Topics include:

  • Amp Modeling
  • The use of laptops on stage
  • Ableton Live
  • Click tracks vs Metronome use
  • In Ear Monitor (the differences in this and floor wedges)

And much more!

Picks of the week:

Jon:

Line 6 HX Effects

https://line6.com/hx-effects/

Chris:

Vic Firth Double Glaze Drumsticks

http://vicfirth.com/new-feel-options/

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+LlQvxpi_ ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 13: The Importance of Taking Every Gig with Shannon Kori https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/13 f20be571-a1cd-4228-8c0f-5d49a2f683de Mon, 07 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 13 The Importance of Taking Every Gig with Shannon Kori full Chris & Jon In this episode we had the honor of sitting down and talking with our good friend and drummer, Shannon Kori. 50:11 no For our second interview to the podcast we had the distinct honor to interview a world class drummer, Mr. Shannon Kori. Shannon has played with many diffrent artist in his years of playing. Such as, Funk Band New Reality, Jazz Fusion Group Pruitt and Davis with Adam Nitti and Colonel Bruce Hampton. He studied with drummer Sonny Emory during his time at Georgia State University. He's also a brand ambassador, so to speak, for the drum company Trick Drums. Having spent 21 years with them. Join us as Shannon takes us down a very cool musical journey from first seeing The Police at age 7. To where he is now in the Atanta Music Scene. PICKS OF THE WEEK: Shannon: Tempo App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tempo-metronome-with-setlist/id304731501?mt=8 Live BPM App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livebpm-beat-detector/id554766778?mt=8 Jon: MXR Tap Tempo Pedal - https://www.jimdunlop.com/product/m199-7-10137-08777-4.do *Chris: * Yamaha HW3 Crosstown Hardware - https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musicalinstruments/drums/acdrums/hardware/hw3/index.html *Where to find Shannon: * Twitter - @shannonkori Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shannonkori Trick Drums - https://www.trickdrumsartists.com/cb-profile/221-shannonk13 nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number, gigging For our second interview to the podcast we had the distinct honor to interview a world class drummer, Mr. Shannon Kori.

Shannon has played with many diffrent artist in his years of playing. Such as, Funk Band New Reality, Jazz Fusion Group Pruitt and Davis with Adam Nitti and Colonel Bruce Hampton.

He studied with drummer Sonny Emory during his time at Georgia State University.

He's also a brand ambassador, so to speak, for the drum company Trick Drums. Having spent 21 years with them.

Join us as Shannon takes us down a very cool musical journey from first seeing The Police at age 7. To where he is now in the Atanta Music Scene.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Shannon:

Tempo App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tempo-metronome-with-setlist/id304731501?mt=8
Live BPM App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livebpm-beat-detector/id554766778?mt=8

Jon:

MXR Tap Tempo Pedal - https://www.jimdunlop.com/product/m199-7-10137-08777-4.do

*Chris: *

Yamaha HW3 Crosstown Hardware - https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical_instruments/drums/ac_drums/hardware/hw3/index.html

*Where to find Shannon: *

Twitter - @shannonkori
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shannonkori
Trick Drums - https://www.trickdrumsartists.com/cb-profile/221-shannonk13

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]]> For our second interview to the podcast we had the distinct honor to interview a world class drummer, Mr. Shannon Kori.

Shannon has played with many diffrent artist in his years of playing. Such as, Funk Band New Reality, Jazz Fusion Group Pruitt and Davis with Adam Nitti and Colonel Bruce Hampton.

He studied with drummer Sonny Emory during his time at Georgia State University.

He's also a brand ambassador, so to speak, for the drum company Trick Drums. Having spent 21 years with them.

Join us as Shannon takes us down a very cool musical journey from first seeing The Police at age 7. To where he is now in the Atanta Music Scene.

PICKS OF THE WEEK:

Shannon:

Tempo App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tempo-metronome-with-setlist/id304731501?mt=8
Live BPM App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livebpm-beat-detector/id554766778?mt=8

Jon:

MXR Tap Tempo Pedal - https://www.jimdunlop.com/product/m199-7-10137-08777-4.do

*Chris: *

Yamaha HW3 Crosstown Hardware - https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical_instruments/drums/ac_drums/hardware/hw3/index.html

*Where to find Shannon: *

Twitter - @shannonkori
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shannonkori
Trick Drums - https://www.trickdrumsartists.com/cb-profile/221-shannonk13

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+bEu9zeli ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 12: The Two Out of Three Theory https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/12 7b21f220-8015-4326-8eaf-cd903d00e119 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 12 The Two Out of Three Theory full Chris & Jon Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician. 22:45 yes Money, People and the Music we play are the three determining factors in just about every gig you choose to accept . . . or decline to play. Every artist or band you choose to play with will need to be evaluated. How will you decide which is the best fit for you? Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number, gigging Money, People and the Music we play are the three determining factors in just about every gig you choose to accept . . . or decline to play.

Every artist or band you choose to play with will need to be evaluated. How will you decide which is the best fit for you?

Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician.

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Every artist or band you choose to play with will need to be evaluated. How will you decide which is the best fit for you?

Join us as we breakdown these three very important elements in choosing the right gigs for your future as a working musician.

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+TmXggJjL ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 11: A Lot Of Me: A Conversation With Myles Brown https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/11 a4d7d114-299f-4300-ba80-35900d60094b Mon, 10 Dec 2018 05:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 11 A Lot Of Me: A Conversation With Myles Brown full Chris & Jon In this episode we had the chance to interview a good friend named, Myles Brown. Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like? Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions. 1:09:06 no In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college. Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like? Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions. Topics include: What it's like going to the Berkley College of Music and Atlanta Institute of Music How those two schools differ Audition tips What he learned along the way Real world application vs. school knowledge Charting Live Gigging Jazz deep dives Live playing And many other things! You can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE (https://www.mylesbrown.net) nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number, Berkley, college In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college.

Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like?

Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions.

Topics include:

  • What it's like going to the Berkley College of Music and Atlanta Institute of Music
  • How those two schools differ
  • Audition tips
  • What he learned along the way
  • Real world application vs. school knowledge
  • Charting
  • Live Gigging
  • Jazz deep dives
  • Live playing

And many other things!

You can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE

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]]> In this episode we got the chance to interview Myles Brown. Myles is a very accomplished Atlanta musician who attended the Berkley College of Music and the Atlanta Institute of Music. We discuss many topics in this one. A lot pertaining to his time at music college.

Thinking of going to music college? Have questions about what it’s like?

Come join us as Myles sheds some light on these questions.

Topics include:

  • What it's like going to the Berkley College of Music and Atlanta Institute of Music
  • How those two schools differ
  • Audition tips
  • What he learned along the way
  • Real world application vs. school knowledge
  • Charting
  • Live Gigging
  • Jazz deep dives
  • Live playing

And many other things!

You can find out more about Myles by clicking HERE

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+bFUE4rxJ ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 10: Genre Specific Gear (Knowing The Rules Will Aid In Your Success) https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/10 d08465dd-8186-48b6-bd04-4c2f32297397 Tue, 04 Dec 2018 08:45:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 10 Genre Specific Gear (Knowing The Rules Will Aid In Your Success) full Chris & Jon Ever wonder if that gear you own will land you your next gig? There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire. 42:22 no Playing the right gear for the gig is essential to the success of the working musician. There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire. Topics include: Gear Breakdowns Guitar Styles Fender, Gibson etc.) Selecting the right gear How scale length effects the sound of a guitar Proper cymbal selection Sound characteristics Universal rules of genres Single Coil vs Humbucker Pickup Drum Tuning Coated vs Clear Drumheads Along with some others! No need in re-inventing the wheel. Follow the guidelines to your own succuss! Picks of the Week: Jon - https://line6.com/hx-stomp/ Chris - https://www.ableton.com/en/live/ nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number Playing the right gear for the gig is essential to the success of the working musician. There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire.

Topics include:

  • Gear Breakdowns
  • Guitar Styles Fender, Gibson etc.)
  • Selecting the right gear
  • How scale length effects the sound of a guitar
  • Proper cymbal selection
  • Sound characteristics
  • Universal rules of genres
  • Single Coil vs Humbucker Pickup
  • Drum Tuning
  • Coated vs Clear Drumheads

Along with some others!

No need in re-inventing the wheel. Follow the guidelines to your own succuss!

Picks of the Week:

Jon - https://line6.com/hx-stomp/

Chris - https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

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]]> Playing the right gear for the gig is essential to the success of the working musician. There are certain unspoken (and loudly spoken) guidelines to all genres of music. Being able to properly interpret them is your job as a musician for hire.

Topics include:

  • Gear Breakdowns
  • Guitar Styles Fender, Gibson etc.)
  • Selecting the right gear
  • How scale length effects the sound of a guitar
  • Proper cymbal selection
  • Sound characteristics
  • Universal rules of genres
  • Single Coil vs Humbucker Pickup
  • Drum Tuning
  • Coated vs Clear Drumheads

Along with some others!

No need in re-inventing the wheel. Follow the guidelines to your own succuss!

Picks of the Week:

Jon - https://line6.com/hx-stomp/

Chris - https://www.ableton.com/en/live/

Support Gitfiddles and Paradiddles

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+zOZQEcAp ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 9: Are You In Love With The Process? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/9 5792b83a-7ea5-4529-b8c1-fca587edf0d4 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 9 Are You In Love With The Process? full Chris & Jon Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes. Are you ready? 30:44 yes Let’s face it. When we first started playing we all imagined ourselves on a big stage in front of a screaming crowd. That’s the dream. . . That’s the goal right!? But are we interested in the process of getting from A to B? Do you know what the impacts of being a professional musician will have on our lives? Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes. In this episode Jon & Chris dive into these topics and much more. This episode was inspired by the incredible book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fuck” by Mark Manson. We recommend that everyone read this book! LINKS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck/id1071409887?mt=11 https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713/ref=sr12?ie=UTF8&qid=1543194676&sr=8-2&keywords=subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f subtle art, nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number, Mark Manson Let’s face it. When we first started playing we all imagined ourselves on a big stage in front of a screaming crowd. That’s the dream. . . That’s the goal right!? But are we interested in the process of getting from A to B? Do you know what the impacts of being a professional musician will have on our lives?

Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes.

In this episode Jon & Chris dive into these topics and much more.

This episode was inspired by the incredible book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fuck” by Mark Manson.

We recommend that everyone read this book!

LINKS:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck/id1071409887?mt=11

https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543194676&sr=8-2&keywords=subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f

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]]> Let’s face it. When we first started playing we all imagined ourselves on a big stage in front of a screaming crowd. That’s the dream. . . That’s the goal right!? But are we interested in the process of getting from A to B? Do you know what the impacts of being a professional musician will have on our lives?

Being in love with the process is what makes or breaks you. Your struggles will determine your successes.

In this episode Jon & Chris dive into these topics and much more.

This episode was inspired by the incredible book “The Subtle Art of Not Giving A Fuck” by Mark Manson.

We recommend that everyone read this book!

LINKS:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck/id1071409887?mt=11

https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543194676&sr=8-2&keywords=subtle+art+of+not+giving+a+f

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+bRL8NeZE ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 8: How to Sound Like A Million Bucks On A Budget https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/8 b503e812-1cb0-4383-87d6-5a11a2c1688d Mon, 19 Nov 2018 07:15:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 8 How to Sound Like A Million Bucks On A Budget full Chris & Jon Do you have to spend a lot of money on gear to sound good? We don't think so. In this episode we breakdown just how to get the most bang for your buck. 32:13 no Let's face it, gear is expensive. But do you have to spend a ton of money to sound your best? We don't think so. In this episode we breakdown some areas to focus on to get the most out of your money so that you can sound like a million bucks in any gigging situation. Topics Include: The $1,000 threshold Areas you sound focus spending dollars on Guitar Brands Guitar Pedals Amplifiers Cymbals Drum Tuning And much more! Jump into this episode to discover where you should spend your hard earned money. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number, tuning, pedals, amps Let's face it, gear is expensive. But do you have to spend a ton of money to sound your best? We don't think so.

In this episode we breakdown some areas to focus on to get the most out of your money so that you can sound like a million bucks in any gigging situation.

Topics Include:

  • The $1,000 threshold
  • Areas you sound focus spending dollars on
  • Guitar Brands
  • Guitar Pedals
  • Amplifiers
  • Cymbals
  • Drum Tuning

And much more!

Jump into this episode to discover where you should spend your hard earned money.

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]]> Let's face it, gear is expensive. But do you have to spend a ton of money to sound your best? We don't think so.

In this episode we breakdown some areas to focus on to get the most out of your money so that you can sound like a million bucks in any gigging situation.

Topics Include:

  • The $1,000 threshold
  • Areas you sound focus spending dollars on
  • Guitar Brands
  • Guitar Pedals
  • Amplifiers
  • Cymbals
  • Drum Tuning

And much more!

Jump into this episode to discover where you should spend your hard earned money.

Support Gitfiddles and Paradiddles

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+F1_9hTiq ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 7: What's Expected of You On the Gig? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/7 3dac4ef2-df89-46f2-9c95-75074707bec3 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 7 What's Expected of You On the Gig? full Chris & Jon From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode. 35:38 yes From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode! Topics include: Gear Prep Be On Time Load in Backline Assessing the Stage Plot Setup Downbeat Load out And many other topics! We all have to go through these steps before and during our gigs. But do you take the time to examine them and maybe even learn from them? This can be essential in sharpening your skills each and every time you pack your gear for the next show. nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode!

Topics include:

  • Gear Prep
  • Be On Time
  • Load in
  • Backline
  • Assessing the Stage Plot
  • Setup
  • Downbeat
  • Load out

And many other topics!

We all have to go through these steps before and during our gigs. But do you take the time to examine them and maybe even learn from them? This can be essential in sharpening your skills each and every time you pack your gear for the next show.

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]]> From preparing your gear for the show. Load in, Load out and everything in between. We had fun covering it in this episode!

Topics include:

  • Gear Prep
  • Be On Time
  • Load in
  • Backline
  • Assessing the Stage Plot
  • Setup
  • Downbeat
  • Load out

And many other topics!

We all have to go through these steps before and during our gigs. But do you take the time to examine them and maybe even learn from them? This can be essential in sharpening your skills each and every time you pack your gear for the next show.

Support Gitfiddles and Paradiddles

]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+7utK_q7U ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 6: Are You Learning The Song Correctly? https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/6 1bf30904-9175-40c0-a68f-e02fc6a8265b Wed, 07 Nov 2018 14:00:00 -0500 Chris & Jon 6 Are You Learning The Song Correctly? full Chris & Jon As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and see what tried and true ways work for us. 37:40 yes As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and what tried and true ways work for us. Topics include: The importance of listening first. Not playing first Getting the right tones for the songs your learning The Nashville Number System and ways to utlize it best Sight Reading vs. Stage Presence Taking the songs you've learned into the gigging / show situation LINKS: More about the Nashville Number System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashvillenumbersystem nashville, music, musician, guitar, drums, guitar playing, drummer, drumming, learn, listen, song, song, podcast, number As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and what tried and true ways work for us.

Topics include:

  • The importance of listening first. Not playing first
  • Getting the right tones for the songs your learning
  • The Nashville Number System and ways to utlize it best
  • Sight Reading vs. Stage Presence
  • Taking the songs you've learned into the gigging / show situation

LINKS:

More about the Nashville Number System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_number_system

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]]> As a working musician we all learn songs for our gigs. Sometimes a few, sometimes a lot. But is there a right way to learn? We think so. Dive in and what tried and true ways work for us.

Topics include:

  • The importance of listening first. Not playing first
  • Getting the right tones for the songs your learning
  • The Nashville Number System and ways to utlize it best
  • Sight Reading vs. Stage Presence
  • Taking the songs you've learned into the gigging / show situation

LINKS:

More about the Nashville Number System - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_number_system

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+9YthH3hd ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 5: We Talking Bout Practice https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/5 78468728-f3fe-4fc6-9e42-5cb609c49803 Mon, 29 Oct 2018 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 5 We Talking Bout Practice full Chris & Jon Practice is essential to developing on a musical instrument. In this episode we breakdown all the aspects of practice and how it helps us as working musicians. 37:31 yes Practice is essential to developing on a musical instrument. In this episode we breakdown all the aspects of practice and how it helps us as working musicians. How much can our brains handle at once? Do they get overloaded? Are you practicing with intent? Do you have a plan for practice when you sit down? During this episode we breakdown practicing with a metronome vs practicing ideas with a band. How to build up your chops. Do you get feedback from your bandmates? Are you asking for it? This episode was fun! We love talking about practice and how it can make us better players and band members. Come join us! music, musician, drums, drummer, guitar player, guitar, practice, network, work, hustle, develop, podcast Practice is essential to developing on a musical instrument. In this episode we breakdown all the aspects of practice and how it helps us as working musicians.

How much can our brains handle at once? Do they get overloaded?

Are you practicing with intent? Do you have a plan for practice when you sit down?

During this episode we breakdown practicing with a metronome vs practicing ideas with a band. How to build up your chops. Do you get feedback from your bandmates? Are you asking for it?

This episode was fun! We love talking about practice and how it can make us better players and band members.

Come join us!

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]]> Practice is essential to developing on a musical instrument. In this episode we breakdown all the aspects of practice and how it helps us as working musicians.

How much can our brains handle at once? Do they get overloaded?

Are you practicing with intent? Do you have a plan for practice when you sit down?

During this episode we breakdown practicing with a metronome vs practicing ideas with a band. How to build up your chops. Do you get feedback from your bandmates? Are you asking for it?

This episode was fun! We love talking about practice and how it can make us better players and band members.

Come join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+vfRNcmFq ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 4: Timing is Everything https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/4 aad6d246-d9a5-43c2-bc98-e3bf721ba2cf Mon, 22 Oct 2018 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 4 Timing is Everything full Chris & Jon In this episode we discuss the importance of timing. How to better develop it and how speed playing and pocket playing are very different. 34:59 yes In this episode we discuss the importance of timing. Timing is relavent in all parts of music. Do you practice this? Do you make it a priority? As musicians we try to sharpen all these things. At least we hope to. Speed and precision. Pocket and groove. Both are important but which are you spending more time on? We get into all these topics in this episode. Come join us! podcast, drummer, drums, guitar player, guitar, musician, timing, networking, music, live, snarky puppy, pop, jazz In this episode we discuss the importance of timing.

Timing is relavent in all parts of music. Do you practice this? Do you make it a priority? As musicians we try to sharpen all these things. At least we hope to.

Speed and precision. Pocket and groove. Both are important but which are you spending more time on?

We get into all these topics in this episode. Come join us!

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]]> In this episode we discuss the importance of timing.

Timing is relavent in all parts of music. Do you practice this? Do you make it a priority? As musicians we try to sharpen all these things. At least we hope to.

Speed and precision. Pocket and groove. Both are important but which are you spending more time on?

We get into all these topics in this episode. Come join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+-dz6Bf2I ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 3: Synergy and How it Pertains to Your Success as a Musician https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/3 ab86541c-3c4d-4931-add4-c6a5ce7d825d Mon, 15 Oct 2018 05:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 3 Synergy and How it Pertains to Your Success as a Musician full Chris & Jon In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band and how to develop it. 28:52 yes In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band. The individual ways each band member functions and works together is crucial for a bands succes. Come join us! music, drums, guitar, guitar player, drummer, podcast In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band. The individual ways each band member functions and works together is crucial for a bands succes. Come join us!

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]]> In this episode we talk about the importance of synergy within a band. The individual ways each band member functions and works together is crucial for a bands succes. Come join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+S3TdaO7G ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 2: Networking and How to Leverage it https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/2 92d36eaf-365b-4b93-bbff-fae2228f467f Mon, 08 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 2 Networking and How to Leverage it full Chris & Jon This episode is all about networking and getting yourself out there. 26:45 yes In this episode we talk about the importance of networking within your city to help expand your brand as a musician. Join us! networking, music, drums, guitar, instrument, guitar player, drummer, musician In this episode we talk about the importance of networking within your city to help expand your brand as a musician.

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Join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+2gCxgjlT ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley Episode 1: Introductions & Welcome https://gitfiddlesandparadiddles.fireside.fm/1 d40f7279-f44c-4d18-afe0-603fc44270de Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Chris & Jon 1 Introductions & Welcome full Chris & Jon This is our first episode! Dive in for all the music talk and a few other things as well. 33:48 yes Welcome into Gitfiddles and Paradiddles! In this episode we discuss our origins, backgrounds and reason for this podcast. Dive in and join us! guitar, drums, music, instruments, guitar player, drummer, practice, musicians, podcast Welcome into Gitfiddles and Paradiddles!

In this episode we discuss our origins, backgrounds and reason for this podcast. Dive in and join us!

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]]> Welcome into Gitfiddles and Paradiddles!

In this episode we discuss our origins, backgrounds and reason for this podcast. Dive in and join us!

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]]> https://fireside.fm/player/v2/UoUziUcB+lmuCcTkG ]]> Chris Mathis Jon Mobley