Tour Stories/The Check-In with Joe Plummer

Nick Waterhouse is a singer, songwriter and producer from Southern California and has released five LP's on Innovative Leisure., He was a previous guest on The Check-In and was kind enough to give us a bonus Tour Story from his first European tour. There may or may not be a secret visit from Joe's pal Nick Thorburn too. Whoops!Music by Nick Waterhouse and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Rerun Rerun! People love this episode so much we're reposting for the newcomers! Enjoy the brilliance of Creed Bratton!Creed Bratton from the folk rock band The Grass Roots and the TV show The Office tells us what it's like to survive a plane crash, fight off wild dogs in Tripoli and have an acid meltdown in from of Bill Graham at The Fillmore.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Andy Hull is the guitarist, songwriter and singer for Manchester Orchestra. He is also co-founder of the bands label, Favorite Gentlemen. In this episode Joe and Andy talk about 2021 tour plans, home life, and their experiences both being and having a traveling dad. We hear a couple tunes from the new Manchester Orchestra record The Million Masks of God and discuss the importance of a real drum performance., making new sounds and the producing/mixing process with Catherine Marks.Music by Manchester Orchestra and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Hannah Jadagu is a singer songwriter and producer based in New York City by way of Mesquite, Texas. Her bedroom-produced debut EP What Is Going On ? was released on Sub Pop Records and is a wonderfully dreamy and thoughtful listen in under 30 minutes. In this episode, Joe and Hannah talk life in New York as a freshman at NYU, the vibe she wanted to create with her "reoccurring cast" videos and what hook made her realize that she should and could continue to write music. Hannah tells us what she has been listening to and what she looks for to in the coming year as the the world begins to open to social events. We hear two songs, Sundown and What Is Going On? from What Is Going On? released April 30th 2021, Sub Pop RecordsMusic by Hannah Jadagu and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Ari Surdoval is a writer based in Nashville by way of New York City. Over the 2020 year, he began, finished and self published his first novel, Double Nickels, best described as a "post-punk coming of age story" that takes place in a small working class town in the American northeast in the 1980's. Joe and Ari discuss the his experience and reason for self publishing, his motivation and process and why writing a novel can feel like an alien abduction. Ari also reads a beautiful passage. Enjoy.Music by Palm Frauds and Joe Plummer.https://www.doublenickelsbook.com/Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Rosie Tucker is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Los Angeles who also finds the time to teach audio production to middle school kids. In this episode Rosie and Joe discuss their experience contracting Covid-19, Rosie's thoughts on remote teaching and the difficulties of emotional regulation when you are forced to share the same space with someone for over a year. Rosie's third record, Supreme Sucker (Epitaph Records) comes out on April 30th. Rosies tells us how the record was made, gives us a quick tutorial on one of the key instruments used and explains why everyone of their records serves a personal purpose. Music by Rosie Tucker and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Over the last 3 years, Nicholas Galanin and Otis Calvin III have been making Indian Yard, the debut record from the project Ya Tseen on Sub Pop records. We hear how the two veteran collaborators made the record both remotely and in person, the importance of both processes and why trust, generosity and patience made the project flow. They also discuss why "back to normal" may not be a good thing for everyone and why we need to take a break from the internet and engage in in-person as soon as possible. Music by Ya Tseen and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Anya Marina is a singer-songwriter based in New York City. Since 2009, she has recorded 5 studio albums and toured the U.S. extensively both as an opener and headliner. In this episode Anya tells us three separate stories, which all are coincidentally tied together by either Florida or crowd heckling. Anya shows us that you can still have fun in a on stage disaster and also how to maneuver a misunderstood post show love interest. We hear a few tunes from her record Felony Flats and Queen Of The Night. Enjoy!Music by Anya Marina and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html @thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

William Goldsmith has played drums for over 20 years. He is a founding member of Sunny Day Real Estate, The Fire Theft and was the first drummer for the Foo Fighters. We start this episode with a Check-In. William tells us how he split his time in the last year caring for three kids and writing and recording two records with his new band Assertion. We also learn that William took 9 years off from playing music, how that made him feel and what he's doing to catch back up with the music that has influenced him. The episode finishes with Joe and William recounting their unforgettable and nerve racking trip to New York to play David Bowies birthday party. The trip was riddled with comical rock n roll celebrity shoulder rubbing, major drum tech mistakes and a goofy brush up with the NYPD. Plus, William invents the word "respectstruck" !We hear two new songs from Assertions debut record Intermisson . Out 4.9.21 on Spartan Records spartanrecords.comMusic by Assertion, Palm Frauds and Joe PlummerEpisode sponsored by Caddis caddislife.com and Izotope izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Michael Cera is an actor, producer, songwriter and touring musician. He is best known for his roles in Superbad, Arrested Development, the voice of Robin in The Lego Batman Movie, and his Tony nominated performance in the Broadway production of Lobby Hero. In addition to acting, Michael has also toured extensively playing bass guitar with Mister Heavenly and Alden Penner. In this episode Michael tells us the noir esque tale of losing his coveted Vox Phantom bass guitar, the relationship he builds with a New York City investigator and the wild collection of coincidences that fed his pursuit. Music by Joe Plummer, Chris Duryee, Mister Heavenly, and Michael Cera.Thank you to our sponsors:Caddis. They make awesome reading glasses and blue light blockers. These things are cool. Get 15$ off with code TOUR15OFF with a minimum purchase of $95 at caddislife.com. IZotope. The show uses Izotope’s audio plug ins and software extensively to make everything sound better. Check out the Producers Club and Music Production Suite Pro with a 7-day free trial. On all other software, get 10% off with code FRET10 at izotope.com.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Nick Bockrath is the guitarist of Cage The Elephant. Before Cage, he toured and recorded with Nicos Gun and Morning Teleportation. In this episode Nick and Joe talk pandemic gardening, brisket burning and the state of vaccination in the U.S. Nick also tells us about touring with a broken leg and what it’s like to share 1 van with 12 people. Episode is sponsored by Izotope. Izotope.com. Music by Morning Teleportation, Cage TheElephant, Palm Frauds and Joe Plummer. Episode Hail Marry caught by the great Chris Duryee.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Joey Holman and Roddy Bottum are Man on Man. They've spent most of the pandemic traveling from New York to LA, caring for their mothers and writing their first musical collaboration. But Man on Man is more than music, it has a strong visual aspect that expresses body positivity that has resonated with the queer community. There is also a communal component called Chosen Family, which serves as a platform for community support, activism and it aims to bring people together through art and real human engagement. In this episode Joe, Joey and Roddy talk about the good and bad habits they've developed over the last year, the hard work and responsibility the Man on Man record has brought to their lives and what their plans are in the near future. We hear a couple tunes from the new record and Joey and Roddy tell us what they've been listening to. Enjoy. Episode sponsored by Izotope, Izotope.comMusic by Man on Man and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Jeremiah Green has been the drummer for Modest Mouse for over 20 years. Outside of his rock n roll life, Jeremiah cares for his son, dogs, cats and chickens in Port Townsend, Wa. He also records his own music at home and owns a store called Thuja that sells "things". In this episode Jeremiah tells us of why the pandemic may be good for future change and Joe and Jeremiah discuss how capitalism has influenced home life, work life and what that might mean now. They share Modest Mouse tour stories, play a tune from Dream Attack and even play some drums together! Episode sponsored by Izotope.Music by Jeremiah Green, Dream Attack and Joe Plummer. Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Stephen Malkmus is a singer, guitarist and songwriter from Portland Oregon, He is a founding member of Pavement, Silver Jews and releases both solo records and records under Stephen Malkmus and The Jicks. In this episode Joe and Stephen talk post Trump Portland, vaccine distribution , the permeance of 90's pop culture and the significance of the last pre-internet decade. Stephen tells us he's missing touring, but is also settling into a lifestyle the pandemic has brought to him. Last, Joe AND Stephen share a 2005 Jicks tour story and Stephen tells us what he looks forward to in the "normal" future. We hear two tunes from Stephens solo record "Traditional Techniques".Enjoy. There is a pinprick of light at the end of the tunnelMusic by Stephen Malkmus and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Daniel Lanois is a multi grammy winning producer and engineer. He's worked with U2, Bob Dylan, Neal Young, Brian Eno, Peter Gabriel and Emmylou Harris to name a few. In addition to his production accolades, Daniel has consistently recorded, produced and toured his own solo efforts. Joe and Daniel discuss the benefits of playing arrangements live before recording the forthcoming record "Heavy Sun" and the sense of cooperation that the backing vocals bring to the record. Daniel gives us his thoughts on touring, what he's been up to in the last year and what he most looks forward to once we're post-pandemic. Most importantly Daniel reminds us that "joy has not gone out of fashion". Joe plays the new single "Power" and " (Under The) Heavy Sun" from the new record Heavy Sun, out March 19th. Enjoy. Music by Daniel Lanois and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope. Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

This episode combines a few tour stories AND a Check-In with Mikael Jorgensen, keyboardist of Wilco. It all starts off with some words for the recently passed Chick Corea. Next we hear Mikael's views on collaboration, the importance of making a mess in songwriting and why he loves improvisation, even if it's in "slow motion" due to a pandemic. He also tells us what it's like to do a 12 day tour with a song in the set that he never knew how to play. We learn his threshold on drinking absinthe and Joe and Mikael exchange some ridiculous humble brags on their Bridge School Benefit experiences. All this and a new tune from Mikael's project Expandards. Music by Expandards, Palm Fronds Nobukazu Takemura, and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope. Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Katie Schecter is a singer, guitarist and songwriter from Nashville by way of NYC. In this episode Joe and Katie talk post Trump/pre vaccine Nashville and the importance of looking outward and helping others. She hips Joe to Gill Scott Herons "The Vulture" and tells us about her experience making her record "Bad for Business". All this and surprise visit from the spirit of Richard Swift ! Enjoy! Music by Katie Schecter, Richard Swift and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope. Visit Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

John Atkins is the singer, guitarist and founding member of bands 764-Hero, Magic Magicians, The Can't See and currently, his collaboration with James Van Leuven, Sun Breaks. In this episode, Joe and John share some stories from their time together on the road and John rapid fires his tour anecdotes and tales to his own soundtrack. It's fun and funny! Music by John Atkins. Episode sponsored by Izotpe. Izotpoe.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Nick Waterhouse is a singer, songwriter and guitarist based in Los Angeles. Since 2010 he's recorded and produced several records, using largely vintage and analog equipment. In this episode Nick tells what embarrassing habits he's picked up during pandemic and how he's traded his home sickness for road sickness. Joe and Nick share stories about their experience recording at London's "Toe Rag" studio and Nick hips us to Bruce Langhorne, the alleged "Tamborine Man" and early electrifier of folk music. We hear a new tune from Nicks forthcoming record Promenade Blue. Enjoy! Music by Nick Waterhouse, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope. Visit Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Yuuki Matthews is a mixer, producer and multi-instrumentalist. For the Last 20 years he has collaborated and toured with The Shins, Sufjan Stevens, David Bazan, Tomo Nakayama and his project with Richard Swift, Teardrops. In this episode Yuuki tells us two stories. The first one involves the most unlikely name befuddle rock n roll has ever heard. In the second he tells us how he survived a headlining Coachella show with his feet and hands on fire. Take it in and enjoy. Music by Teardrops, Yuuki Matthews and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope. Izotope.comUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Charlie Hall is a multi instrumentalist, a singer, and the drummer for The War On Drugs. In his involuntary break from touring with The War On Drugs in 2020, he's found himself working on his own music, listening to The Fleetwoods and missing getting together with his pals for a sing along around the piano. In this episode, Joe and Charlie talk improvising, the Great British Baking Show and what Donald Trump will do following his presidency and a second impeachment. Enjoy. Music by The War On Drugs, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope, makers of the finest mixing, mastering and audio repair tools. https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.htmlUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

This is a celebration of Sam Jayne. Sam's bands Lync and Love As Laughter were both contemporaries and influential to northwest bands Modest Mouse, Built To Spill, 764-Hero and Beck throughout the 90's and 2000's. In this episode we hear some favorite stories about Sam from his friends and family and what their favorite songs meant to them. Thank You Sam.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Tour Stories presents Whittaker, a Special Ruinous Media Production We all want to celebrate, restore, and responsibly manage our wilderness areas. When Bobby Whittaker got off the road with REM and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, he did too, and that’s exactly what happened. In this podcast, Bobby Whittaker combines his tour managing skills and his love for outdoor community to conquer the hearts and minds of a small Northwest town. Hear the harrowing story of how he built a beautiful 25-mile trail on an otherwise unused rail corridor that benefits the community economically and brings them together. If you like Rock-N-Roll intuition, and love the outdoors, let Bobby show you how dedication to community, hard work and a little bit of punk rock attitude will build a beautiful space for everyone to enjoy. Music by Mudhoney, Caustic Resin, Lords of the North and Henry Hanks. Enjoy. Thanks to Sub Pop RecordsUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

David Bazan is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Seattle Washington. For over 20 years he has recorded, toured and self-produced his bands Pedro The Lion , The Headphones and many variations of his solo efforts. In this episode, David and Joe discuss the possibility and culture of future touring with the news of a Covid-19 vaccine. David tells us about the adjustments to his life during the pandemic, we get his love/hate take on Taylor Swifts album, Folklore and he hints at a new Pedro The Lion record series. Music by Pedro the Lion, David Bazan, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Enjoy.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Gary Jarman is a founding member, singer and bass player for the Wakefield band The Cribs. Like most rock and rollers, Gary has been stuck at home for most of the pandemic, dealing with the bands legal issues and the frustration of not being able to support a new record and tour for over two years. Joe and Gary discuss how a boxing regiment has helped him cope, what it was like recording at The Foo Fighters 606 studio and why Peep Show may be Britains best comedy.....ever. We also hear a couple tunes from The Cribs newest record, Night Network. Enjoy! Music by The Cribs, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

After a year of Tour Stories and The Check-In. We've decided to celebrate with a re-play of our first episode with Brian Teasly.Brian Teasley of Man or Astroman? and The Polyphonic Spree sees the terror of traveling with a microphone. FBI, Taco Bell and Tevo. Enjoy. Music By Man or Astroman? and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

Wax Tailor is a DJ and producer from Vernon, France. His upcoming record "In the Shadow Of Their Sons" was written and recorded over the spring and summer of 2020 in middle of the Covid-19 pandemic. The record touches on the political and economic effects of a pandemic when the economic inequality gap is ever widening. Releasing on January 8th 2021, "In the Shadow of Their Sons" features guests D Smoke, Mark Lanegan and Del The Funky Homosapien. In this episode, Joe and Wax discuss the difference between the BLM movement in France and the US, the economic effects of the pandemic and the future of touring. Wax also hips us to The Koreatown Oddity. Enjoy. Music by Wax Tailor, Palm Fronds and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Tim Kinsella has been a working musician for over 20 years. He is a founding member of Chicago bands Cap'n Jazz, Joan of Arc, and his newest effort, Good Fuck, which he started with his wife Jenny Pulse. He has written two novels,The Karaoke Singer's Guide to Self-Defense and Let Go and Go On and On, and also wrote and directed the film Orchard Vale. In this episode, Joe and Tim talk election fatigue, how Good Fuck recording has been a guiding effort throughout the pandemic, and how Daniel Lenois and Bob Dylan may have inspired the newest and last Joan Of Arc record. They also discuss why Captain Beerheart AND philosopher Zizak's "pressure cooker" ideas may explain why we spent four years with Trump as president. Music by Joan Of Arc, Good Fuck, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Enjoy.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Steve McDonald has covered the Rock n Roll gamut. It began when he and his brother started the influential hardcore band Red Cross when Steve was 11 years old. Since then he has toured the world, stopped touring to produce records, and started up again with not one, but three touring bands, The Melvins, Off! and Redd Kross. Steve tells Joe what he's doing to cope with being "grounded" during the pandemic, how he feels about our chaotic election and why he feels fortunate despite these unpredictable times. Episode sponsored by The Red E Cafe, Portland, Oregon. Music by Redd Kross, Red Cross, Joe Plummer and Palm Fronds. Enjoy. Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeDistrokidSchecter Guitars

We bring you a special replay episode with Dale Crover of The Melvins. It has a surprise story from the punk legend Keith Morris of The Circle Jerks, Black Flag and OFF!Dale Crover of The Melvins meets Buford T JusticeTake a break from vote counting and enjoy.Episode brought to you by The Red E Cafe, Portland, OregonMusic by Off!, Palm Fronds, Dale Crover and Joe Plummer.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Mark Guiliana is a drummer, composer and teacher. He's done extensive touring and recording in the jazz world both as a band leader and a sideman. He's also delved into the rock, recording with David Bowie on the record BlackStar and Matt Cameron on his solo record Cavedweller. Joe and Mark talk pandemic coping strategies and how Mark is trying to stay on top of his game when and if things get back to normal. They also discuss the importance of getting instruments into kids hands, how he stays cool this close to the election and why he sometimes looks at older music for new music inspiration. Enjoy. Episode sponsored by Red E Cafe and Coffee Roasters in Portland Oregon. Music by Mark Guiliana, Beat Music Productions and Joe Plummer Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Patrick Carney is a producer, drummer and founding member of The Black Keys. He has been touring, engineering and producing records for the last 20 years. In this episode Patrick tells us how he encountered 26 men dressed in Santa Claus suits in the middle of July on the first Black Keys tour in 2002. Enjoy. Music by Patrick Carney and Joe Plummer Register To VoteUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Joe talks with Vera Ellen and Libby Hsieh from Girl Friday during 6th month of the Covid-19 pandemic. They discuss the positive effects a pandemic may have on their community, what different versions of protesting mean and why making yourself put on cozy socks and reading a book may be better for not just you, but the rest of the world. We hear a song from their new record Androgynous Mary and they tell us why the new Sufjan Stevens record has been their go to over the last few months. Enjoy! Music by Girl Friday, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer.Register To VoteUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Fred Armisen is a writer, comedian and actor. He's written, created and acted in dozens of TV shows (Portlandia, Los Espooky's, Documentry Now!), was the band leader for Late Night with Seth Meyers and a cast member of Saturday Night Live for over 10 years. He's also seen his fair share of touring, either as a the drummer for the 90's band Trenchmouth or a comedian doing his one man show "Standup Up For Drummers" and "Comedy For Musicians". In this episode he gives us a montage of hilarious insights, stories and perspectives of life on the road that only Fred can do. Enjoy! Music by Fred Armisen, Joe Plummer and Wandering Lucy. Episode sponsored by Izotope.Register To VoteUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Densil Mcfarlane is a singer, songwriter and guitarist for the Toronto based band The OBGM's. In this episode we discuss his new view on protesting and how he believes it can advance change. He reminds us that none of us have experienced a pandemic, and we can all learn and support each other through our uncharted future. We also hear a couple tunes from the forthcoming OBGM's record, The Ends. Enjoy! Episode sponsored by Izotope. Music by Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer.Register to Vote.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories

Dann Gallucci is a musician, engineer and producer from the Northwest. Over the last 20 years, he's toured and recorded with Modest Mouse, The Murder City Devils, and Cold War Kids. He's produced dozens of songs and released A Gun Called Tension, a dynamic collaboration with Sean Reveron and other NW musicians. Since relocating to Los Angeles, Dann has delved into the podcast world, producing Bullseye and The Dream. In this episode Dann tells us what it was like opening for Pearl Jam as the guitarist for The Murder City Devils, how kind Eddie Vedder can be , and why his band members had to try and outdrink a famous NBA player. Music by A Gun Called Tension, The Murder City Devils and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izotope.Register To VoteUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsDistrokidIzotope

Jon Wurster is the drummer for Superchunk, The Mountain Goats and Bob Mould. He's also a comedy writer and has created many character "guests" on Tom Scharplings' "The Best Show". Joe and Jon get to catch up after not seeing each other on the road for a couple years. They discuss the North Carolina political climate, Jon's pandemic routine and the documentary's that Jon's been watching in his down time. They also veer into drummer talk, addressing Bill Stevenson and Dave Lombardo's effortless, fluttering styles. We hear a song from the new Bob Mould record called "American Crisis" that matches the current social/political climate in both ferocity and volume! Music by Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Episode sponsored by Izoptope.Register To Vote Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories

Hutch Harris is a musician, songwriter and producer from Portland Oregon. He was also the singer and guitarist for The Thermals. On what winds up being The Thermals last tour, they find themselves running from a tornado en route to a show in Denver. Naturally, Hutch, who may have eaten a few too many "edibles", deals with it by writing an "epic, scary, tornado song" in the back of the van. Find out what song he wrote and whether they made it to the show. Music by Hutch Harris, The Thermals, Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Register to VoteUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Alicia Bagnanno is an audio engineer and the founding member of the Sub Pop band Bully. Like most rock bands in the world, her touring has been cancelled and she's unable to support her new record Sugaregg. When she's not doing press and promotion for the new release, she's running, meditating and listening to "Birthday" by the Sugarcubes. We also discuss the importance of Nashvilles ground level organization in the BLM movement and how young people are pulling most of the weight in support of social justice. We hear new music from Bully and Land of Talk. Additional music by Palm Fronds and Joe Plummer. Mastered by Wilson Plummer.Sponsored by Izotope.com.REGISTER TO VOTEUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Joe talks with Chris Slorach of Metz during the pandemic. They discuss non-touring life, creating a memorable experiences for your children and why teaching anti-racism is more powerful than "non racism" for future generations. Chris also tells us why he thinks Scott Walker is the coolest person in the world and pays his respects to Vern Rumsey of Unwound. We hear two new Metz tunes. Enjoy. Music by Metz and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Kaelen Ohm is an actor, filmmaker and songwriter. Her multimedia project Amaara is releasing their second record "Heartspeak" in August 2020. During the quarantine, Kaelen has found the time to make a video for each song on the release which will ultimately tie together as a larger single piece film. In this episode, Kaelen tells us how the BLM movement has motivated her to further educate on herself on social issues from the perspective of a white, north American woman. She also discusses us why anger is an important emotion in these times, how adjusting your perspective in a situation can change the situation for better, and hips us to some ambient music she's listening to. Music by Amaara, Palm Fronds, and Joe PlummerUse Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Buzz Osborne co-founded The Melvins over 30 years ago. They have toured the world many times over and have released 30+ records. Since their first tour, his work ethic and dedication to rock and roll sustainability has kept them on the road and putting out great, thoughtful records almost annually. In this episode Buzz tells us about the first Melvins tour with southern California hardcore band RKL. They encounter filthy accommodations, acid trips, arrests and skinheads. Right when the tour comes to an abrupt end, Buzz witnesses the unimaginable in a Brooklyn phone booth that changes his perspective on tour and life in general. Music by Buzz Osborne and Joe Plummer.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidSchecter GuitarsIzotope

Bass Player, (The Shins, Teardrops, Tomo Nakayama, Sufjan Stevens) keyboardist, mixer and producer Yuuki Matthews checks in with his friend and former bandmate Joe. They discuss the stress of a head cold during the Covid-19 pandemic, the hopeful change the BLM movement will bring and how "trying to try" is his first step in meditating. They also talk about their experiences recording with their beloved friend Richard Swift before his passing. Music by Teardrops and Joe Plummer.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

Nick Thorburn is a singer, a writer, a guitarist and a graphic novelist. His book "Penguins" was published by Fantagraphics and released in 2018. In the previous year he wrote and directed the short film "That Dog" featuring Michael Cera, Janicza Bravo, Andrea Riseborough, Jon Daly and Tim Heidecker. He is also widely known for his score of the massively popular podcast Serial. Nick is a singer and guitarist for the bands Islands, Mister Heavenly and The Unicorns. He grew up in British Columbia and now resides in Los Angeles. In this episode he tells us about how he found himself in a near amber alert situation at a WalMart and how his friend and roadie disappeared for 24 hours in the middle of winter in Baltimore. Music by Nick Thorburn and Joe Plummer.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Atiba Jefferson is known around the world for his skateboarding photography. Over the last 20 years he has also found massive success shooting portraits for the NBA, Nike, musicians, and many commercial entities. In this episode we learn what the BLM movement means to him as a black American, what he's doing to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic, and how important music is to his life outside of photography. We also hear a new song from his solo efforts and find out how he wound up playing with the drummer Jon Theodore. Music by Atiba Jefferson, Joe Plummer, Covet and The Coromandelles.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Greg Saunier is best know as the drummer of Deerhoof. He is also a composer, arranger, mixing engineer and producer. In this episode Greg talks self discovery via quarantine with his partner of a few months. We also discuss how the current BLM and social injustice movement's persistence is proving to wear down antiquated, outdated social and government systems. Greg tells us how The Shins inspired a song on the record Runners Four and turns us on to a new project called Stargaze that covers Fugazi songs with solo instruments. Enjoy.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Brendan Canty is one of our generations most influential drummers from one of our most influential bands, Fugazi, but thats not all. He's a documentarian, film producer, record producer and multi-instrumentalist. He's worked with Wilco , Eddie Vedder, Lois Maffeo and The Thermals to name a few. Since Fugazi's indefinite hiatus, Brendan has produced dozens of records, scored several films and started his own projects Death Fix and Messthetics. In 2018/19, he was also the touring drummer for The MC5. Somehow, he's never been too busy to be a genuine, nice guy with an unrelenting work ethic. In this episode Brendan tells about the first time his parents came to a show and how Fugazi escaped a riot at their own show in Warsaw.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars

Jon Daly is an actor, comedian and all around performer. He's the mailman on the most recent season of Curb Your Enthusiasm, has a live weekly review with his rock band (pre Covid-19 Pandemic) , and is a frequent performer at UCB LA. In this episode we discuss the power of Dave Chappelle's "pandemic" special, some of the positive results of the Black Lives Matter movement and how surfing, weed and meditation gets him through the day in these unprecedented times. We also learn about his obsession with Joe's "complicated" drumming and why this is a bad time to be "quitting" anything. Music by Jon Daly, Palm Fronds, Hew Time, Man Man and Nite Creatures.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:Schecter GuitarsIzotopeDistrokid

A conversation Sonny Smith of Sonny and The Sunsets. We get his thoughts on streaming shows, blue eyed Jesus and why we should start over with the police system. He also tells us about his craving for tour snacks, recording with the artist Chris Johanson and how putting one foot in front of the other has gotten him through the pandemic. We hear a song from his forthcoming country record. Enjoy.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:IzotopeSchecter GuitarsDistrokid

Nick Thune is a writer, actor and stand-up comedian. He's toured as much as any rock n roller, and in typical rock n roll fashion, he smoked. In two stories, Nick tells us how his habit got him in the middle of a domestic dispute and alternatively, saved his butt from being kicked after a show in Denver. Enjoy.Use Code Fret10 for a free month of Music Production Suite Pro and a 10% discount on all other software. visit https://www.izotope.com/en/lp/ruinous.html@thetourstories Mentioned in this episode:DistrokidIzotopeSchecter Guitars