Innersleeve Music Podcast: Recent Episodes
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A podcast taking a behind the scenes look at all things music. Through weekly interviews with your favorite artists, producers, music journalists and song writers, Innersleeve will bring you an inside look at the different roles in the music industry and how they all come together to make the magic happen. Brought to you by WatchMojo.
In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, we are joined by Blaze Bayley! former Iron Maiden and Wolfsbane vocalist, We discuss his EPIC return after surviving a heart attack and quadruple bypass surgery, his long-anticipated European tour dates, his work with Iron Maiden and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Marilyn Manson being sentenced to community service and John Paul Jones vs. Jack Bruce!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, we are joined by Steeven Chouinard of Le Couleur to discuss their upcoming new album ‘Comme dans un penthouse’, dealing with mental health, preparing for a tour, being in a band with your spouse, being influenced by American Psycho and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Aerosmith postponing 6 concerts and Rust In Peace vs. Countdown To Extinction!
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In this latest episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, we have the pleasure of welcoming Danko Jones! We delve deep into the world of music, exploring his highly anticipated upcoming album, "Electric Sounds," his captivating on-stage charisma, and the intriguing facets of his artistic evolution.
To kick off the show, Joe and Cassius, pay tribute to the musical legends we recently lost – the iconic Jimmy Buffett and the unforgettable voice of Smash Mouth, Steve Harwell. Finally, Joe reviews the captivating Arctic Monkeys concert in Montreal!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, We are joined by Warren Haynes of Gov’t Mule! We discuss their latest album ‘Peace… Like A River, recording two albums at once in the same studio, performing 3 hours shows, their upcoming performance in Montreal on September 17th with Big Sugar and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Pantera’s Celebration of Dimebag Darrell’s Birthday, Drake announcing his new album ‘For All The Dogs’, Robert Plant vs. Rob Halford and more!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, We are joined by Nashville rock duo The Criticals! We discuss their latest EP ‘Front Door Confrontations’, their electrifying new video for single ‘Clever Girl’, the Nashville music scene, being hands-on in the production process and much more!
Joe and Cassius open the show with two event reviews - Joe gives his take on Metallica M72 Tour with Pantera & Mammoth live in Montreal, while Cassius gives his reaction to Rod Stewart and Cheap Trick live in Edmonton!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, We are joined by Saxon frontman Biff Byford! We discuss Saxon’s latest covers ep ‘More Inspirations’, honouring classic bands through new versions of their songs, touring for 30+ years, Saxon’s album production process and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Tory Lanez being sentenced to 10 years in jail, Beyonce paying 100k to keep subway stations open for fans after her concert and Osheaga 2023!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve Music Podcast, We are joined by Amercian guitarist Doug Aldrich of The Dead Daisies! We dive into an engaging conversation about The Dead Daisies' remarkable 10-year anniversary, their highly anticipated reunion with the sensational singer John Corabi, and the thrilling upcoming release of their 'Best Of' compilation. We kick off the show discussing Ozzy cancelling his appearance at the Power Trip Music Festival, Madonna’s recent health update to her fans, plus Joe shares his review of Dream Theater and Devin Townsend's concert in Montreal!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, We are joined by Hillbilly Vegas! We discuss their upcoming ‘Adios Mofos’ Farewell Tour with Ted Nugent and how it feels to be touring with the legendary rocker! Additionally, we discuss Quavo and Offset Tribute to Takeoff on the BET Awards, Mick Mars at War with Motley Crue and our reactions to poll results from the SoundMojo Community!
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In this latest episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, we have the privilege of welcoming Scott Anderson, the talented frontman of Finger Eleven, to our show! Join us as Scott shares fascinating insights into Finger Eleven's 'Greatest Hits' album, their incredible journey spanning two decades in the music industry, and their captivating new single, 'Together Right.'
But that's not all—we chat about Bebe Rexha being struck by a flying cell phone. We also dive into J. Cole's recent venture of purchasing a stake in the esteemed Charlotte Hornets. An epic clash between Metallica and Megadeth in our community poll.
Last but certainly not least, we bring you Cassius's review of the A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie concert.
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Innersleeve music podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have the talented Canadian jazz artist, Laila Biali, join us as our special guest. We dive deep into her highly anticipated new album 'Your Requests', exploring her remarkable career, her role as a national CBC radio host, and so much more.
In addition to our conversation with Laila Biali, we delve into the intriguing world of AI music.
We explore McCartney's views on the utilization of AI technology in what he refers to as the
final Beatles album. Furthermore, we bring you exciting news about legendary Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson's latest endeavour, his new solo band Envy Of None.
But that's not all! We also react to the results of our Katy Perry vs. Dua Lipa and the 70's Prog rock poll from the SoundMojo Community.
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, We are joined by Canadian hip-hop trailblazer Mouraine discussing his new album ‘In Search Of Gold’ out now!
Additionally, we discuss Volbeat parting ways with their longtime guitarist, Tool announcing their 2023 North American tour, Bad Bunny VS Justin Bieber poll results and your comments from the SoundMojo Community.
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius are joined by DieHumane guitarist Rick Hunolt and bassist Joshua Vargas to discuss their new album ‘The Grotesque’!
Additionally, we discuss Cardi B suing and bankrupting a YouTuber for defamation, Artificial intelligence taking over music and we react to Led Zeppelin VS The Beatles poll results and your comments from the SoundMojo Community.
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius are joined by Andrew Hagar, discussing his new single ‘Systematic Minds’ and upcoming album with Trev Lukather!
Additionally, we discuss James Hetfield visiting Ukrainian soldiers in Colorado, Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen opening up about being randomly attacked and we react to your comments from the SoundMojo Community.
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe, Cassius, and special guest Elle Winter delve into her latest EP 'Yes, Please,' drawing inspiration from 60s music, and the dynamic between New York and Los Angeles.
We also cover The Weeknd's decision to part ways with his stage name, Seal & Disturbed concert reviews, and react to the SoundMojo Community's polls and comments.
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius are joined by Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton! We discuss their new collaboration album ‘Death Wish Blues’ out May 19th, how they met and what exactly is Country Blues.
Additionally, we discuss Sum 41 announcing their farewell, and how Billie Joel gives back to his fans and we react to your comments from the
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius are joined by Eliana Cuevas a Venezuelan-born singer/songwriter based in Toronto, Canada! We discuss her album and live performance film, ‘Seré Libre’, working with an orchestra, the Toronto music scene and much more!
Additionally, we discuss Aerosmith announcing their farewell tour. Cassius reviews Megadeth and Bullet For My Valentine live in concert and we go over noteworthy entries from the SoundMojo Community tab.
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Join hosts Joe and Cassius on the latest episode of the "Innersleeve" music podcast as they sit down with Tony Simerman, the founder and CEO/Creative Director of KnuckleBonz, the leading brand for rock music collectibles. Simerman shares insights on the creation and production process of his revolutionary line of collectibles and provides valuable information on securing licenses, distribution, and more.
In addition to their interview with Simerman, the hosts delve into the latest happenings in the music industry. They discuss U2's recent teasing of their upcoming concert series at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Grimes' fascinating reactions to AI-generated music, and showcase noteworthy entries from the SoundMojo Community tab.
Whether you're a music collector, a fan of rock music, or simply interested in the latest developments in the industry, "Innersleeve" has something for you. Tune in and get ready to be entertained and informed!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius sit down with Vancouver-based Lofi producer, Zensei! Joe and Cassius open the show with a recap of Coachella 2023 weekend, including Bad Bunny’s headline set, the Frank Ocean debacle, and entries from the SoundMojo community tab!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe sits down with members of the Montreal-based rock group Atsuko Chiba! They discuss their new album ‘Water, It Feels Like It’s Growing’ their album launch show, creating music during the pandemic and much more. Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the Motley Crue VS Mick Mars saga and Diddy claiming he pays Sting $5k a day in royalties. Cassius gives his full concert review of July Talk and Crown Lands!
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In this episode of the Innersleeve music podcast, Joe and Cassius sit down with musician and actor Kurt Deimer to discuss his latest single 'Doom', his current tour with Skid Row and Buckcherry, and his upcoming film ‘Scared To Death!’Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the Morbid Angel concert collapse that injured 40 people and claimed one life in Illinois. Next, Cassius gives his exclusive review of Infected Mushroom LIVE in concert!
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Innersleeve podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Dave Rude, guitarist for the iconic rock band Tesla, to discuss their current residency in Las Vegas. In this interview, Dave gives us an inside look at what it's like to perform night after night in Sin City and how the band has adapted to their new home at The House Of Blues in Las Vegas.
Joe and Cassius open the show by remembering the late Saliva guitarist Wayne Swinny
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Today on Innersleeve we are joined by artist/producer, Derek Orsi! We discuss his new single ‘Daydreamer’, his latest video ‘XXX” and AI! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing the tribute artist whose Rosalía tribute concert is making headlines worldwide! Next, we head into a double SoundMojo VS segment where we asked listeners to vote between Nicki Minaj VS Cardi B, and Harry Styles VS Ed Sheeran!
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First up, metal legends Megadeth have reunited with former guitarist Marty Friedman for a special performance in Japan. The band, celebrating its 40th anniversary, recently announced that Friedman would be joining them on stage for a series of shows in Tokyo and Osaka. Megadeth fans were no doubt thrilled to see Marty and Dave Mustaine performing together again.
Next, we have a classic rock showdown between two of the biggest bands of all time: The Rolling Stones and The Who. Both bands have been touring for decades and have amassed a legion of dedicated fans, but which one is better? Let us know in the comments!
Finally, we have an exclusive interview with Bobby Amaru, the lead singer of the rock band Saliva. In this candid conversation, Amaru opens up about the band's latest album, the video for their latest single “High On Me” their upcoming tour dates, and what it's like to be a rock star in today's ever-changing music industry.
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Join us as we celebrate 50 years of Led Zeppelin's Houses of the Holy and pay tribute to one of the greatest albums in rock history.
Welcome to our special tribute video celebrating the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin's iconic album, Houses of the Holy! Released on March 28th, 1973, Houses of the Holy marked a new era for the legendary rock band. With its unique blend of hard rock, folk, and blues, the album showcased the band's versatility and cemented its status as one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
In this video, we'll take a deep dive into the making of the album, exploring its iconic tracks such as "The Song Remains the Same," "The Rain Song," and "No Quarter." We'll also take a look at the impact Houses of the Holy had on the music industry and its enduring legacy today. From its innovative use of studio techniques to its influence on countless artists across multiple genres, this album continues to inspire and captivate music lovers around the world.
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This week we dive into the rich history of Rock music as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Alice Cooper's iconic album, "Billion Dollar Babies". Join Joe and Cassius as they share their reactions to the latest music suggestions from our SoundMojo community and engage in a lively discussion about Rock vs Heavy Metal. Get ready to rock out as we delve into the timeless music and memorable moments of one of the greatest albums of all time.
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This week on our show, we discuss the controversy surrounding ticket prices for Madonna's upcoming 'Celebration' tour. We also talk about Axl Rose's emotional performance at Lisa Marie Presley's Memorial and reacting to feedback from our Soundmojo community. Plus, don't miss our exclusive interview with Renan Zonta of the Brazilian Rock band Electric Mob.
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This week we discuss Shania Twain’s Giddy Up! Neil Peart Tribute concert and Swedish metal band "Screamer"
On this week's Innersleeve, we delve into Shania Twain's return to the music industry, and react to her latest single “Giddy Up”. We discuss Mike Portnoy performing with Rush Tribute band YYNOT as they pay homage to the late Neil Peart. Additionally, we look back at our favourite albums released in 2022. Joining us as a special guest on today's show is Dejan Rosić of the Swedish metal band Screamer.
Be sure to check out their new album, "Kingmaker," available everywhere on January 13, 2023. https://apple.co/3GCuuCu
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This week we discuss Snoop Dogg reacting to Elon Musk potentially leaving Twitter, Pusha T stepping down from Ye’s G.O.O.D. Music record label and an interview with Collin Desha of Low Hum!
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This week we discuss Ticketmaster’s never-ending ticket scandals and the price of attending concerts. We react to SoundMojo community music suggestions and chat with Amai Kuda! Et Les Bois.
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This week we talk about Pantera’s first reunion show, Paul Stanley of KISS reacting to their reunion, and interview singer-songwriter Andrea von Kampen on her new project, ‘A Chance Encounter’!
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This week we talk about Metallica's 72 Seasons Tour, the Arcade Fire ticket refund controversy, and an interview with the multi-instrumental artist, Mychael Gabriel!
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This week we talk about Elton John’s final US show, the 2022 American Music Awards and interview pop/rock duo Circadia!
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This week we celebrate 100 episodes of the Innersleeve music podcast! Featuring Steve Vai Daniel Lanois Tobias Forge. Joe and Cassius discuss some of their favourite moments from the past year on the podcast.
A big thanks to all of you for supporting the show every week! Here’s to 100 more! 🍸
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This week we talk about the passing of Aaron Carter, Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductions and interview singer/violinist Lindsey Sterling.
This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by singer/violinist Lindsey Sterling! We discuss her new album “Snow Waltz’, working with producer Gladius, her love for Christmas and much more!
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This week we talk about Migos' Takeoff shot & killed at 28. Who is the ultimate Riffmaster, we sit down to chat with Jazz composer and pianist, Thompson Egbo-Egbo.
Composer and pianist Thompson Egbo Egbo joins us to discuss his new album “What Remains”, his Nigerian roots, and why Jazz is not mainstream!
Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Migos rapper Takeoff being shot and killed at age 28, who is the ultimate riff master Jimmy Page Vs Tony Iommi Vs James Hetfield and much more!
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Fake Drake gets a cease & desist letter from the real Drake, Layne Staley Vs Chris Cornell and Megan Morrison on her music & videos.
This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by singer/songwriter Megan Morrison! We discuss her latest single ‘Devil Said Roam’, planning her music videos, operating as an independent artist and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing ‘Fake Drake’ receiving a cease and desist letter from the real Drake, SoundMojo audience music suggestions, ‘VS’ and more!
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Jonny Fox and Renée Couture of The Standstills! We discuss their new single ‘Pretty Little Broken Thing’, their upcoming tour with Three Days Grace, and the challenges of being a husband/wife rock duo! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing the controversial Zakk Wylde Pantera tribute and the untimely passing of Haitian singer Mikaben.
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by the members of the Jazz/Hip-Hop ensemble Butcher Brown! We discuss their new album Triple Trey, mixing music genres, bringing back “Big Band” shows and more!
Joe and Cassius open the show with their review of Pink Floyd’s Animals 2018 Remix documentary and the Pink Floyd Exhibition: Their Mortal Remains coming to Montreal in November.
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Steve and Morgan from Motorcycle Display Team! We discuss their new album Wereman, working with engineer David Holmes, mastering the album at Abbey Road Studios, London, recording the album entirely on a boat and more! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing Coolio, Roger Waters and more!
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Titans in Time! We discuss their latest single ‘Prey’, playing metal out of Ohio, their tongue-in-cheek approach to music videos, their upcoming single releases, performing with Godsmack, Hatebreed, Killswitch Engage, Motionless in White and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Rihanna being selected for the Superbowl halftime show!
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This week we are joined by Tuomas Saukkonen of Wolfheart! We discuss their new album ‘King Of The North’, each song on the new project being based on stories of Finnish mythology, collaborating with Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage, the current nature of touring, his hobby of strongman training and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing fans in Vancouver rioting after Lil Baby didn’t show up for his concert, Ye selling his music catalogue and reading from the SoundMojo community tab!
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This week we discuss the overwhelming amount of artists touring at the same time, PnB dead at 30 and special guest KG Crown.
KG Crown joins us to discuss her new singles "Picture Perfect Love" and "Porcelain Queen", drawing inspiration from K-Pop, K-Pop’s musical presence on the world stage, her experiences acting/modelling, travelling for her career and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Ghost frontman Tobias Forge’s current sentiments about touring, rapper PnB Rock being shot and killed at 30 and reacting to the SoundMojo Community music suggestions!
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Zak Langlois aka GuitarZak! Zak joins the SoundMojo crew to discuss his daily guitar uploads on TikTok, the creative process behind his content, his relationship with social media, the song selection process for covers, the rehearsal regiment and MUCH more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing predictions for upcoming music biopics and reacting to YOUR comments and music suggestions from the SoundMojo community tab!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by the guys from the death metal band IAM! The guys join the show to discuss their upcoming album ‘Eternal Steel’ (Sept 9th), their latest music video ‘SURRENDER TO THE BLADE’, their unique brand of Texas death metal, collaborating virtually, the live concert environment and much more!
Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Ed Sheeran’s upcoming collaboration with Cradle Of Filth, Nita Strauss releasing her latest solo single ‘Summer Storm’, and comments from the SoundMojo community!
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This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Tomas Åkvik of ‘Bloodbath’! Tomas joins the show to discuss the group’s upcoming album “Survival Of The Sickest”, being the newest member of the group, the recent cancellation of their North American tour, their unique brand of Death metal and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Dave Mustaine’s recent appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and read comments from the SoundMojo community!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Canadian engineer and producer, David Strickland! We discuss his new album ‘Spirit Of Hip Hop’, collaborating with 10+ artists on the project, his recent NFT collection, roots in Toronto starting as a DJ, coming up with famed Drake producer OVO ‘40’, Drake’s impact on the Toronto music scene and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Ozzy Osbourne’s return to music and the SoundMojo community tab!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by special guest, Kurt Neumann of Bo Deans! We discuss Kurt’s new album ‘4 The Last Time’, mixing/mastering the project at his home studio, Kurt’s process for building guitars, recording with classic analog techniques, the impact of social media on music and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing the passing of ‘Grease’ star Olivia Newton-John
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by special guest, Xenia França! We discuss her roots in Brazil/music influences from her upbringing, her first time visiting Canada for her music, adjusting to life post-pandemic, her performance on the popular YouTube channel ‘COLORS’ and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing the hottest trending news in music and reacting to your posts/music on the SoundMojo community tab!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by special guests, Kandle & Neil Osborne! We discuss the self-titled debut album of the new family supergroup, ‘A Family Curse’, their latest single ‘Shake & Shudder', Neil’s experience in legendary music group ‘54-40’ and a new passion for video editing, the challenges of recording with family and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Rob Halford’s reaction to the latest Judas Priest ‘Rock Hall’ snub!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we are joined by Crobot frontman, Brandon Yeagley! We discuss Crobot’s new album “Feel This”, a performance video for ‘Set You Free’, a return to touring post-pandemic, the future of rock music and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Zakk Wylde and Charlie Benante joining forces with Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown for a ‘Pantera’ celebration!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by singer/songwriter John Orpheus! We discuss John being born and raised in Trinidad, the inspiration he draws from his cultural roots, songwriting/creative process, new single ‘IG’ and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Nita Strauss announcing her departure from Alice Cooper, Eminem announcing ‘Curtain Call 2’, Drake winning $25 million on roulette and more!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by singer, songwriter and actress, Fa’amu Sami! Formerly known as Lexie Stevenson, Fa’amu began her career in acting with memorable roles on The Young and the Restless and Blur, even securing an Emmy nomination! Fa’amu joins the show to discuss her recent jump into professional music, latest single ‘Chocolate Bae’, inspiration from Doja Cat/Ella Mae, writing about controversial topics and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing songwriters winning a larger percentage of music streaming royalties, Ricky Martin facing a $3M lawsuit and Logic announcing the end of his retirement!
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This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by Canadian fantasy R&B duo, Flõstate, consisting of producer, MKSTN, and songwriter/multi-instrumentalist, Avery Florence! Coming from different musical backgrounds, the duo’s two worlds collide creating multi-instrumental soundscapes and virtuous vocals. Inspired by a wide variety of artists and genres, the duo site acts such as Beach House, Tame Impala and Jimi Hendrix as key influences to their sound. Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the 2022 BET Awards, Motley Crue/Def Leppard stadium tour and Tommy Lee’s rib injury!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by the frontman of Wind Rose, Francesco Cavalieri! We discuss the band’s new album Warfront, the cinematic approach to music videos, the success of their Minecraft parody, not being defined by your hits and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing SoundMojo reaching 27K subscribers, Cassius’ experience at ‘The Wailers’, Iron Maiden covering Paul Di'Anno's remaining medical costs and more!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by Mercedes Caxaj; Head of Programs at Global Toronto 2022 Music Conference! We discuss the wealth of opportunities available to artists through the conference, GT’s efforts to showcase artists around the globe, how to get noticed when submitting your music, the inclusion of cultural diversity in the conference and MUCH more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing K-Pop icons BTS announcing an indefinite hiatus, Ozzy Osbourne’s potentially ‘life altering’ surgery, Gunna speaking out from jail and more!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by Toronto-based singer/songwriter and producer, Domanique Grant! We discuss her new single ‘Real Me’, new EP ‘Chapter 1 – Queen’, inspiration for the two-part EP series, Toronto’s music scene, placements with L’Oreal Paris, Dove, Vaseline and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Johnny Depp’s post-trial music activities, Queen announcing the release of a lost Freddie Mercury song, Bon Jovi’s founding bassist Alec John Such passing away and more.
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by Carlo De Luliis (Drummer: Fayne) for a roundtable discussion on Iron Maiden’s classic album, ‘The Number Of The Beast’! Fresh off the 40th anniversary of the album, the gang shares their first impressions of the record, artwork, favourite tracks, and more! Joe and Cassius open the show by discussing the KISS Creatures Fest convention which saw the reunion of former KISS members through the years and Paul Di'Anno attending an Iron Maiden concert and meeting Steve Harris face to face for the 1st time in 30 years.
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by guitarist and singer, Keith Wallen! Best known for his guitar and backing vocals in Breaking Benjamin. As a solo artist Keith joins us to discuss his album ‘This World Or The Next’, his upcoming summer tour, Breaking Benjamin, returning to the road and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Evanescence parting ways with guitarist Jen Majura, upcoming music docs set for release including MF Doom, the passing of composer Vangelis and much more!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by dynamic Toronto-based singer-songwriter, Bruno Capinan! We discuss their new album ‘Tara Rara’ (Portuguese for 'Rare Desire') - a full circle, spiritual collection of songs, resonant with sonic elements embedded with Bruno's Brazilian heritage! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the untimely death of Black Dalhia Murder frontman Trevor Strnad, NBA YoungBoy refusing Atlantic records, rumblings of Pink Floyd’s catalogue selling for up to $500 Million, Netflix’s new music developments and more!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by singer/songwriter, hill of iamhill! We discuss hill’s upcoming new album ‘Sellout’, blending aggressive lyrics with electro-pop sounds, the opportunities Web3 is affording indie artists, the Alberta music scene and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Young Thug and Gunna’s RICO charges, Jon Bon Jovi’s live singing problems and Kendrick Lamar’s provocative new video!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, We are joined by Colorado metal group, Under Auburn Skies! We discuss the hardships of touring, Colorado’s metal/hard rock scene, each member’s role within the band, getting back to writing in person and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the announcement of the first official Randy Rhoads documentary, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne testing positive for COVID, Chris Holmes Cancer Update and Snapchat’s new music AR features!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by UK singer/songwriter, Mimi Webb! We discuss Mimi’s blockbuster new single ‘House On Fire’, her first appearance on ‘Late Night with Jimmy Fallon’, touring through Europe/USA, staying interactive with fans and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing music stars' reactions to Elon Musk purchasing Twitter, DaBaby’s never-ending legal troubles and Taylor Swift giving back for record store day!
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Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Toronto electro/pop band, Common Deer! They discuss writing vulnerable lyrics, being open about mental health in their music, fusing musical genres and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing highlights and surprises from Coachella 2022, Snoop Dogg pulling his biggest albums from streaming services and “Moonage Dream” David Bowie documentary!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by singer/songwriter, Madyson Lash! The trio discusses learning the business side of the music industry, recording artist covers, the benefits of being an indie artist, social media strategy and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Ed Sheeran winning his recent legal battle for ‘Shape of You’ and Epic Game’s $1B metaverse investment!
This week’s Innersleeve special guests are Canadian indie rock band Long Range Hustle. We discuss the writing and recording process for their album ‘I am alive, but only if you say I am’, recording remotely with producer Tony Doogan, growing up in musical families, vocal harmonies and their video for Election Night’.
We open the show by discussing the 2022’s Grammy winners and viewership numbers.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by American guitarist, Andy Timmons! Andy joins the show to discuss his new solo album ‘Electric Truth’, time playing with ‘Danger Danger’, The Beatles, getting his son into guitar and much more!
Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the sudden death of Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, Will Smith's Oscar Slap! and celebrate 26K subscribers on SoundMojo!
This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by singer/songwriter, Bryant Del Toro! Bryant joins the guys to discuss starting his career in Miami, breaking genre stereotypes, writing for other artists, promo tips for musicians and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the music industry’s love affair with signing TikTok artists that are blowing up but do they have the staying power to be full-time artists?
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Hip-Hop/Pop duo - The Quadroholics! The group discusses being based out of Louisiana, music industry hacks, defying genres, upcoming music and more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing Travis Scott’s controversial donation, Dolly Parton stepping down from her nomination at the Rock Hall, CD sales are on the rise! 😳 and more!
Hey everyone! Another jam-packed Innersleeve this week, Joe and Cassius are thrilled to be joined by GHOST frontman Tobias Forge! Tobias caught up with SoundMojo from the road to discuss GHOST’s new album Impera, co-headlining with Volbeat, the future of his persona in GHOST, thoughts on Putin, society, religion and much more. Off the top of the show, we discuss Dee Snider showing support for Ukraine via his music, Drake’s $50M new mansion, Mike Portnoy attending his 1st Dream Theater show. Finally, John Mayer parts ways with Columbia records after 21 years!
Hey everyone! We are joined by Muck and Dre The Music man for the conclusion of their EPIC crossover w/DBTH Radio! The gang sat down to discuss PART 3 of the acclaimed Kanye West Netflix documentary, ‘Jeen-Yuhs’!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by acclaimed artist and photographer, Nathan James! Nathan has collaborated with the likes of Mac Miller, Post Malone, Machine Gun Kelly, PUMA, VOGUE Magazine, and MANY more. The trio discusses authenticity in the world of entertainment, taking risks to follow your dreams, shooting album covers/portraits for some of the biggest names in music, Nathan’s musical process and more!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Muck and Dre The Music man for PART 2 of their special crossover with DBTH Radio! The gang sat down to discuss part 2 of the highly anticipated Kanye West Netflix documentary, ‘Jeen-Yuhs’.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve Episode 62, Joe and Cassius are joined by Singer/Songwriter, Keithian! The trio discusses Keithian’s new single “Guaranteed”, upcoming “Green Clouds EP”, growing up/musical influences in New Orleans, understanding the business of the music industry and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show reacting to Yeat, the California rapper taking music by storm. They also discuss the premature passing of UK influencer Jamal Edwards (RIP).
Hey everyone, we have a special bonus episode Joe and Cassius are joined by Muck and Dre The Music man for a special crossover with DBTH Radio! The gang sat down to discuss part 1 of the highly anticipated Kanye West Netflix documentary, ‘Jeen-Yuhs’.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Artist/Songwriter/Producer, Alone Architect! The trio discuss Rock & Metal influences in electronic music, being an Indie artist vs Major label artist, Home studio recording techniques and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show and Sting’s recent music catalog sale.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Ska/Pop Punk artist, Title Holder! The trio discusses the current state of Ska/Pop Punk, the best way to promote your music as an independent artist, New York City’s massive music scene, working with horn players in the studio and much more! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the rumoured upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Neil Young’s continued battle with Spotify and Foo Fighters’ first step into the Metaverse!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by Danish pop artist, MØ! The trio discusses MØ’s new album Motordrome, the challenging process she experienced crafting the album (including vocal surgery and struggles with anxiety), returning to touring and reacting to WatchMojo Top 10’s! Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the ongoing battle between Joe Rogan and Neil Young, Spotify’s involvement (or lack thereof), The Mighty Mighty Bosstones ending their 40-year career and more.
Attention guitar fanatics! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by the legend himself, Steve Vai! The trio discusses Vai’s new solo album ‘Inviolate’, his work on Halo 2, his insane new steampunk influenced guitar ‘The Hydra’, his recent arm/shoulder injuries and much more!
Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the passing of rock icon Meatloaf (RIP), Kanye West demanding a percentage from the paparazzi and Ozzy Osbourne being the victim of a crypto scam.
Hey everyone! In this episode, we take a look back at the 1st year of the Innersleeve podcast, in this special Year In Review episode!
Joe and Cassius are joined by original co-host Frank Pavan as they discuss how the show got started and their favourite moments from the show in 2021.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius open the show discussing the Grammy Awards being postponed for the second year in a row, John Legend being the latest in a long line of artists selling their catalogues and the passing of Woodstock co-founder Michael Lang.
They are joined by special guest; Dre The Music Man in the second half of the show, for a roundtable discussion on Daft Punk’s debut album ‘Homework’, for its 25th anniversary!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius discuss the David Bowie Estate selling his entire music catalogue for $200 Million. Nipsey Hussle’s final posthumous album is to be released as NFT’s. How many streams does it take for an artist to earn $1!.
We are joined by two special guests; Lena Scissorhands (Vocals; Infected Rain) and Heidi Shepherd (Vocals; Butcher Babies)! The pair join SoundMojo to discuss their new collaboration ‘The Realm Of Chaos’, self-producing the song together, filming the visuals in different locations, unexpectedly finding out they were neighbours & much more!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius chat about how much Mariah Carey makes during Christmas and The Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne's new "Cryptobatz" Nft's. Our special guest is Vernon, BC's musical group daysormay! We discuss their new album ‘Just Existing’, their new single ‘25’ and the message behind the accompanying music video, their creative DIY flair and much more!
This week on Innersleeve, Joe and Cassius are joined by special guest, Donnie Vie (frontman, Enuff Z’Nuff). Topics include Donnie Vie’s new solo collection, acquiring his masters from his original record label, his long-standing relationship with Chip Z'Nuff and much more! Joe and Cassius open with the show discussing Bruce Springsteen selling his catalogue for $500 million and Brian Eno’s war on NFT’S.
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, we have a roundtable discussion on the Disney+ exclusive The Beatles: Get Back! Joe and Cassius are joined by special guests Rob Flis (MojoPlays) and Dre The Music Man (SoundMojo) to discuss their favourite moments from the docuseries and see if it met their expectations, and more!
Hey everyone! This week on Innersleeve, the crew are joined by the one and only Domenica Dee - Seattle-based vocalist, Twitch personality and one of the first-ever artists to adopt SoundMojo!
Off the top of the show, Joe and Cassius discuss Drake withdrawing from the 2021 Grammy Awards and Megadeth launching their own cryptocurrency!
Hey everyone! In episode 50 of Innersleeve, Cassius and Joe are joined by the legend himself - Paul Gilbert! From Mr. Big to Racer X, to his solo work, Paul Gilbert tells all about his illustrious career during an exclusive one-on-one. Off the top of the show, we discuss ‘This Week In Music, Iron Maiden’s new partnership with Marvel and the passing of fashion designer/music influencer Virgil Abloh (RIP).
On this week’s episode of Innersleeve, the crew are joined by Matt Mcgachy (Vocalist of extreme death metal band Cryptopsy) for a special crossover episode with the ‘Vox&Hops Metal Podcast’! Off the top of the show, Joe and Cassius discuss the new era of Innersleeve, Adele, 2Pac NFT’s, ‘On This Day In Music’ and more!
On this week’s episode of Innersleeve, Joe, Frank and Cassius play some music trivia, talk about cool music facts and introduce two SoundMojo artists as guests on the show! Cultural Vultures and Scott Cook stop by to discuss their passion for making music, what their lives consist of away from the studio and how invested they are in what they do.
Innersleeve EP47 - Joe, Frank and Cassius first take a moment to discuss all of the news surrounding the tragic events that took place at the Astroworld concert, who’s at fault and what this can mean for future concerts. The boys play a bit of music trivia..and fail horrible at it (at least someone does), and the show wraps up with our featured guest, Dave Mays.
He is the founder of The Source magazine, the longest running rap periodical, which first kicked off in 1988. Dave has an incredibly entrepreneurial mind and talks to Cassius about the vision he had, scouting out new talent and where the raph scene is at today.
Hey everyone, episode 46 of Innersleeve features American rapper and producer, Glasses Malone. He shares a lot of insight on the current era of rap, how the artists of today differ from the OGs, like Snoop Dogg, for example. He also tells Cassius that he is curious to see if ‘Gangster’ rapper will make a return and how nobody makes songs with lasting power anymore. It’s all done to make quick money.
As usual, Cassius, Frank and Joe go over the latest news items in the world of music, play music trivia and get nostalgic with more ‘on this day’ in music history anecdotes. ENJOY!
On this week’s episode, Joe, Cassius and Frank kick things off by talking about the latest news in the world of music. We are PUMPED for the ‘Get Back’ documentary about The Beatles, and how we’re expecting great work from Peter Jackson! Cassius marvels at Gene Simmons’ multi-million dollar home that’s up for sale and Frank and Joe (mostly Frank) fail miserable at music trivia.
This week’s guest is American singer, songwriter and producer, Kevin Ross! He opens up about the misconceptions of being a major label artist, not losing his work ethic from when he was an Indie artist, and how the industry has tested his own resilience on numerous occasions. ENJOY!
This week’s episode of Innersleeve features American Indie group, Neoni. Two sisters that have been joined to the hip since birth are now experiencing great success as a musical duo. They chat with Cassius about their early beginnings as buskers in Denver, Colorado, their move to the music city of Nashville and having the guts to play live at bars and clubs from a very young age. Enjoy the interview!
Cassius, Joe and Frank discuss the latest news surrounding Adele’s comeback, Kanye…or should we say ‘Ye’’s obscure outfit in Italy and, of course, the weekly music trivia game. Enjoy!
In June of 2021, American singer, musician and youtuber, Anthony Vincent, challenged himself to sing WatchMojo’s list: ‘Top 10 Hardest Songs to Sing’. He made a thorough and detailed breakdown of each song and why they did or did not deserve to be on that list. We at SoundMojo felt the need to reach out and chat with him. Anthony was very generous with his time and we discussed many different topics during the interview. He opens up about the business side to YouTube, always being on the lookout for ‘viral’ content, and also offers many words of advice for content creators out there who can get self-conscious about the content they put out the the amount of views they receive. Don’t fret, the entire conversation wasn’t ALL serious! We chat about the Top 5 Best Songs of All Time, get a little nostalgic and talk about his career outside of music.
Cassius, Joe, and Frank, as usual, play some music trivia and get into some ‘On This Day’ in music history. Enjoy!
This week’s episode is dedicated to the musical city of Nashville. Prior guests of the show, such as Casey James, Brandon Lay, John Humphrey and Joe West, sit down to talk about their admiration for the city, the hard-working people who have built what it is today, the constant stream of competition, and the variety of music that oozes out from the city.
Intertwined with each interview, Joe, Cassius and Frank complete the Nashville-centric video with fun facts about the city, a Nashville-based trivia game and breakdown of what each of the guests have to say.
Be on the lookout for our upcoming featured video on Nashville, where we dive into the city’s roots, it’s evolution and the major names that have come and gone.
Episode 41 of Innersleeve features an interview with the band ‘Fayne’, one of the first bands to EVER sign up with SoundMojo! Justin and Carlo talk with the usual SoundMojo gang about releasing albums vs singles, how scream vocalists must take care of their voices in order for it to remain healthy and strong, and the often overlooked value of having a strong production team.
Joe, Cassius and Frank play their usual music trivia game, discuss MGK getting booed off stage and Richie Faulkner being hospitalized. Enjoy!
SoundMojo featured artist, Zanoii, is this week’s guest on Innersleeve! He talks about being a rookie in the EDM industry, pumping out songs like a factory, his biggest musical influence (Avicii) and dealing with burnout.
Joe, Cassius, and Frank do their regular thing. They play some music trivia, discuss Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins charging fans for autographs, MGK’s latest diss of Slipknot and the Fugees reunion tour. We want some more Lauren Hill!!
Hey everyone, we’re really excited for this episode to finally be live. American hard rock band, Otherwise stopped by for a chat on this week’s episode. They talk with Cassius about what it takes to change the touring model, their fandom for the Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium, and helping the Las Vegas youth find their musical passion.
Cassius, Joe and Frank bring you their weekly music trivia game, chat about the ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ documentary and a crazy fact about Bjork!
Hey everyone, our latest episode features a chat with SoundMojo artists, Izzo Blues Coalition. They were one of the first bands to sign up with the channel, and they are now releasing their newest album in October. They chat with Cassius and Joe about collaborating together for 30 years, the popularity of blues amongst younger demographics and how mainstream music is pivoting.
Cassius, Joe and Frank pay their respects to Mac Miller, talk about the return of ABBA and play some musical trivia as well. Enjoy!
Episode 37 of Innersleeve features Canadian singer and songwriter, Kandle! She opens up about the challenges of being a solo female artist, toxicity within the music industry, going through 4 different labels and 8 managers, and producing 40 songs in a calendar year!
The boys are reunited once again. They kick back and weigh in on both the Kanye and Drake albums, play a bit of music trivia and look ahead to what’s next for the YouTube channel. Cheers!
Brittney Slayes, the front-woman to Unleash the Archers, is this week’s guest on Innersleeve. She talks about the band’s reaction to winning a Juno Award for best Metal/Hard Rock Album of the Year, the band’s community building over on Twitch, and their mega tour, scheduled to kick off in September.
Cassius is out of commission again this week, but Joe and Frank hold down the fort. They play a music trivia game, pay their respects to Charlie Watts, and rep SoundMojo’s new merch!
Joe, Cassius and Frank play a music trivia game to open up the episode and then get into some pretty strange stuff. Vince Neil being out of shape, fan deaths at a Guns N’ Roses concert, the torturing of a guinea pig with rock music in 1968...and much more.
American musician, and Seether’s drummer, John Humphrey, is this week’s guest. He chats about the band’s touring schedule, how his son’s love for music fuels him, and who the greatest KISS drummer is!
On this week’s episode, Tim ‘Ripper’ Owens stops by for a chat with Cassius. He discusses his time with Judas Priest, becoming a proper family member of the band, the new KKs Priest album and his unique vocal range.
Joe and Frank also lead off by playing a music trivia game and...let’s just say it didn’t go too well! Enjoy the episode :)
We had the chance to speak with Casey James this week, on Innersleeve. The former American Idol finalist has come a long way since finishing 3rd back in 2010. He spoke to Cassius about his latest work, paying his dues in the music industry, a scary accident he went through and who his favourite American Idol judge was!
During the second half of the show, SoundMojo artist, Tymilyfe, stopped by for a chat with the gang. He opens up about his childhood struggles, the trials and tribulations of being an Indie artist, and his decision to move to London. Enjoy!
On this week’s episode, Grammy award-winning producer/mixer & songwriter, Joe West, stops by for a chat! He provides a very eye-opening and thorough take on the music industry, how AI will soon take over the role of audio engineers, how ‘music school’ can only take you so far, and the NEED to get into a studio and work your tail off!
2ND HALF: SoundMojo Artist, Helga Arvesten, chats about the music scene in Sweden and the trials & tribulations of being an Indie Artist. Enjoy!
Hey everyone! We’ve got a very special guest on this week’s show...DEE SNIDER! The former frontman of Twisted Sister stops by for a chat with Cassius and they discuss his new solo album, ‘Leave a Scar’, his passion and love for heavy metal, and being a voice for those who can’t speak for themselves.
The gang also talks about how Rock & Metal dominated album sales in 2021...who would have thought?
The boys are joined by Country music star Brandon Lay during the first half of this week’s episode. He chats with Cassius about stage fright (and how he’s dealt with it), finally earning his shot with a record label and how multicultural the music scenes in Tennessee and Nashville are!
During the 2nd half of the show, SoundMojo’s very own, Chair Warriors, stop by for a visit and touch on how important melodies are in their music, what the trick to lasting as a band is and announce a release date for their new music! Enjoy!
We are honoured to be joined by Bob Gruen, one of the most legendary rock ‘n’ roll photographers of all time. Bob has worked with the likes of John Lennon, Kiss, Tina Turner, The Rolling Stones, and many others! Make sure to catch his chat with Cassius, as he recounts some very special memories of the glory days.
Joe, Frank and Cassius also discuss Spotify’s payment model, artists deserving more money, reminisce about a funny Prince moment and are also joined by Canadian band, WHY, to wrap up the episode. Enjoy!
The usual gang (Cassius, Joe and Frank) hit the record button and discuss the first large-scale concert held in Canada. The Summer Weekend Block Party, held in Edmonton Alberta, featured a mix of international and local artists. Roy Woods, Killy, The Funk Hunters and many more performed in front of a live during Canada Day week. Cassius was lucky enough to attend and gather a bunch of quality footage. How was the crowd environment? How were the performers? Did everything seem back to normal? All of that and more gets answered in this exclusive segment.
Frank, Cassius and Joe open up the show by talking about the interesting results of two polls we ran on WatchMojo and SoundMojo, the Miley Cyrus cover of Metallica’s Nothing Else Matters, and Britney Spears’ very saddening situation.
We are then joined by two guests on this week’s show. First up, a Yukon-based soul-pop artist Paris Pick stops by to chat with Cassius and then SoundMojo band, Po Lazarus, chat with Joe and Cassius about the struggles they’ve faced during the last year and what’s in store for them next. Enjoy!
We are joined by The Halluci Nation on this week’s episode of Innersleeve! They are an Indiginous group, based out of Canada, who mix Aboriginal music with hip hop and electro beats. They discuss how the band came to be, racism in Canada, and their influence on Canada’s Aboriginal communities. Enjoy!
Cassius and Joe also catch up with SoundMojo artist, Kaze4Letters, during the second half of the show. They talk about his musical influences, his old school roots, and not wanting to be perceived as ‘just a rapper’.
Pop Evil’s Leigh Kakaty stopped by for a visit on this week’s show. He spoke with Cassius about the band’s new album, Versatile, why Rock & Metal are the ‘blue collar’ genres of the music industry and he recounts the strangest concert he’s ever played at!
Cassius, Joe and Frank also discuss Kiss’ retirement tour and Dave Grohl’s comments on Nirvana in the second half of the episode. Enjoy!
We are joined by legendary Blues guitarist, Kirk Fletcher, on this week’s episode of Innersleeve! Kirk talks to us about his close ties to gospel music, how the Blues has influenced many different genres of music, why he made a full-time move to Switzerland, and so much more! Kirk’s calming voice, impeccable tone and touch left us craving for more! We seriously think you’ll love this episode! Enjoy :)
The gang also chats with SoundMojo artist, Derek Orsi. They first discuss David Lee Roth’s new single and then get into Derek’s new record, his dream festivals to perform at, and developing his own sound.
Hey everyone! We’ve got one of the most unique guests on the show this week! Bonesnapper and Balsac, from GWAR, stop by for a chat with Cassius. They discuss their thoughts on the human race, how influential Hip Hop has been during their time on earth, and their latest album, The Disc With No Name.
Joe, Cassius and Frank then go on to discuss what their dream festival to attend would be, our ideal content pieces for SoundMojo and a whole lot more! Enjoy!
We are joined by Monster Magnet’s Dave Wyndorf on this week’s episode of Innersleeve! Dave discusses Monster Magnet’s first cover album, “A Better Dystopia”, and opens up about his love for superheroes and comic books, his passion for performing live, and the AWESOME story of how he once summoned lightning on stage! You’ll quickly realize how cool and relatable Dave is during his chat with Cassius. The gang later discusses the news surrounding the LA Rats and what went down at the Billboard Music Awards! Enjoy the show :)
We are joined by Jules Galli and Josh Devine from Levara! They just dropped their debut album this past week and stopped by to chat about the makings of it all, with Cassius. Later in the episode, Joe, Cassius and Frank weigh in on the “What Drives Us” documentary, directed by Dave Grohl, and Mötley Crüe’s stadium tour postponement.
This week’s episode of Innersleeve features American singer, songwriter and musician, Myles Kennedy. He talks about touring with Slash, being the frontman of Alter Bridge since 2003 and his latest single, The Ides of March. Cassius and Myles basically became best friends during their chat…so that’s worth the price of admission alone ;) We learnt a lot about Myles Kennedy during this chat and we hope you do too!
Canadian-born rapper, Cadence Weapon, joins us on this week’s episode of Innersleeve. He and Cassius talk about both the benefits and challenges of creating music out of western Canada, being conscious of the message he puts out to the world, and breaking down barriers for younger Canadian artists.
The gang also talks about great bands who have changed their core members over the years such as KISS, ACDC, Yes, and much more!
Legendary American guitarist, Marty Friedman, stops by for an exclusive interview on this week’s episode of Innersleeve! We chat with Marty about his most recent album, Tokyo Jukebox 3, his metal spin on Japanese music, and he also provides a track-by-track analysis of his entire album. The boys also chat about the Oscars and much more after the interview! Enjoy!
R&B and Soul artist, Jesse Maxwell, dropped by for a visit on this week’s episode of Innersleeve. Despite being so young, he has morphed into a jack of all trades who sings, writes his own music, and produces all of his work. He also talks about his new album dropping on May 7th, the benefits that came from living on his own in New York City, and how constructive criticism is key for any artist.
Later in the episode, Cassius, Joe and Frank are joined by SoundMojo’s very own, Dre The Music Man. Dre discusses what drew him to music from a young age and what went behind his latest video, slated to drop this Saturday on the channel. The guys also get very candid when speaking about certain songs that give them that “feeling” we all know and love when it comes to music.
On this week's episode of Innersleeve, we sat down with 7-time Grammy award-winning record producer, Daniel Lanois. He talks about his time working with U2, Bob Dylan, and Neil Young (among others) and how he helped produce music for the Red Dead Redemption II soundtrack. He also shares his thoughts on Billie Eilish, Cardi B and the rise of K-pop in North America. Cassius, Joe and Frank break down the interview and also share their thoughts on the passing of DMX.
We begin this week’s episode by interviewing The Damn Truth, a Montreal-based rock ‘n’ roll band, who have opened tours for ZZ Top, Sheepdogs, Styx and Rival Sons. They chat with Cassius about their new cover of ‘Gimme Shelter’ by The Rolling Stones and their brand new project that’s being produced by the legendary musician and producer, Bob Rock!
We are then joined by Motorcycle Display Team, all the way from the UK! Cassius and Joe chat with them about Rage Against The Machine’s debut album.
To conclude the episode, Cassius, Joe and Frank discuss the anniversary of Kurt Cobain’s death, Nirvana, and separating the art from the artist.
On this week's episode of Innersleeve, we sit down with American author, businessman and Grammy-award winning radio producer, Denny Somach. He talks about the work he's done with The Rolling Stones, Yes, Pink Floyd, and The Who! He also delves deeper into his career as a radio producer, acting as a lead consultant for MTV, and respecting the rules music industry. The gang also chats about April Fools Jokes, Van Halen's 5150, Marvin Gaye and getting RickRoll'D.
On this week's episode of Innersleeve, we sit down with Singaporean Pop Star, Tabitha Nauser. She was a finalist on Singapore Idol and has since paved a way for herself in the music industry, with one of her songs ranking #1 on Spotify's 'Viral 50' chart. She opens up about what it takes to finance a music career, Singaporean music culture and setting her eyes on the North American market.
The gang also discusses Iron Maiden’s ‘The Number of the Beast’, the last concert we’ve been to and how underrated Brenden Urie’s vocals are!
Big guitars, big drums and big vocals. That's what you get from BRKN LOVE. The band's lead singer and guitarist, Justin Benlolo stopped by for a chat on this week's episode of Innersleeve! He touches on the intricacies of the music industry, sacrificing high school years to focus on music and his answer to Gene Simmons' 'Rock is definitively dead' comment. Hope you enjoy!
On this week's episode, Cassius sits down for a young, up and coming Artist who goes by the name Mobley. The singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist hangs his hat in Austin, TX, but after an itinerant childhood spent in more than a dozen cities across the globe, a guitar is as much a home as any spot on the map. Enjoy the episode!
(0:50) One of his new singles 'James Crow'
(3:02) His virtual tour and trying to make it different
(4:45) Playing in empty stadiums
(6:50) The relationship between film and music
(9:50) Period piece films with modern music soundtracks
(11:25) Favorite movie soundtracks
(13:55) Attending film school
(16:25 When music started paying the bills
(20:08) His new EP, travelling, Western society, inequality
(26:00) Expressing feelings through his lyrics
(28:17) The current state of music culture
(32:44) The biggest misconception about being in the music industry
(36:49) Virtual tour proceeds going to charity
(38:20) Opportunity to play shows in Austin, Texas
(39:33) Outro
Hey everyone, on this week's episode of Innersleeve, Cassius sits down with an extremely talented musician and vocalist, Jonathan Roy. He's a true outdoorsman, who integrates his love for nature and travel into his music. Enjoy!
(1:00) A new house with livestock
(2:50) His love for nature and being away from big cities
(4:19) His latest single, "Lost"
(8:21) Speaking to the viewer in his music videos
(9:13) How he approaches his songwriting
(10:32) Shooting a music video during a pandemic
(13:23) The melting pot that is Montreal
(15:19) Playing music in a hockey family
(18:14) The best decision of Jonathan's life
(24:37) Expect the unexpected
(25:22) Things are made to look easy when they really aren't
(27:13) Brian Adams, Neil Young, Shawn Mendes, The Weeknd
(30:03) Who doesn't have the acclaim that they should?
(33:03) Where does Jonathan see himself in a few years?
(33:50) When will the world return to normal?
(38:14) Outro
On this week’s episode of Innersleeve, we sat down with Toto's Steve Lukather and Joseph Williams! They discuss their new solo albums, collaborating with Ringo Star, favorite Beatle's records and Toto's staying power. Enjoy!
Being diagnosed with cancer is probably the most devastating news anyone can receive. Jonathan Emile, a Reggae and Hip Hop artist (and now cancer survivor) opens up about his battle with cancer, how it motivated him to pursue a career in music, his work with Kendrick Lamar, and Bob Marley’s influence on his music. We hope you enjoy this very special episode of Innersleeve.
(1:01) Battle with cancer
(5:33) Jonathan's starting point in music
(9:29) Cold calling artists for collabs
(13:13) Approaching Kendrick Lamar for a feature
(14:20) Legal battle with Top Dawg
(18:35) Jamaica & Canada
(23:20) Artist Misconceptions
(27:44) Bob Marley's influence
(31:55) WatchMojo's Top 10 Reggae Artists
(34:03) Giving back to the community
(36:43) Outro
On this week's episode, Cassius sits down with Nita Strauss, the current touring guitarist for Alice Cooper! Nita opens up about some personal struggles, what it's like playing with a legend like Alice Cooper, her love for sports, touring in Africa and much more! Also, for all listeners who are interested in some guitar lessons, visit iwanttoplayguitar.com and use the code "WatchMojo" for 50% off!
Enjoy the show!
(00:55) Nita's a big WatchMojo fan!
(2:40) Keeping busy during the quarantine
(3:29) Get 50% off Nita's guitar lessons
(4:10) Her work with the NFL in LA
(6:27) Playing with Alice Cooper
(9:37) Fitness and Health
(15:00) Best advice from Alice Cooper
(20:22) Touring with Mötley Crüe
(21:11) Awards and Accolades
(21:53) Being taken seriously as a guitar player
25:05) Having the freedom to post and do whatever I want
(27:52) WWE, Becky Lynch & Shinsuke Nakamur
(29:59) Working with your life partner
(31:23) Biggest influences outside of rock
(32:59) Rock outside of the mainstream
(34:53) Playing with Jermaine Jackson
(36:27) The wildest place Nita has ever performed
(38:44) Favorite Alice Cooper song/album
(40:43) New music from Alice Cooper
(41:17) New music from Nita
On this week’s episode of Innersleeve, Cassius sat down with the Metal quartet, Immortal Guardian. They have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in metal such as: Judas Priest, Slayer, Symphony X, Steve Vai and many others. We hope you enjoy our down-to-earth chat about how this Mexican-American metal band came to be!
(1:22) The Tinder backstory
(4:05) Finding a new drummer
(8:26) Carlos was brought back from the dead?
(12:16) Joshua Lopez, the bassist
(14:46) You can't force chemistry within a band
(15:36) How did Josh join the band?
(21:05) Tour scheduled for March 2021
(24:40) Playing the guitar and keyboard at the same time
(28:01) Who is the most iconic Metal group of all time?
(36:24) Closing words / outro
On this week’s episode of Innersleeve, we sat down with the Grammy winning, American guitarist and songwriter, Steve Stevens. He is best known for his work as Billy Idol’s main guitarist and songwriting collaborator. Steve and Cassius chat about his plans for 2021, his relationship with Billy Idol, what it was like to work with Michael Jackson and much more!
(1:00) Update on Steve's plans for 2021
(2:26) The lack of touring is troubling
(8:16) Trying to mix things up
(9:37) The New York Dolls
(14:00) The Musicians House
(15:49) Were the parties as crazy as they sounded?
(19:48) The Bangkok Story
(24:32) Steve's Relationship with Billy Idol
(35:36) Questions from YouTube
(40:00) Michael Jackson
(44:34) Dirty Diana & Outro
Cassius sits down with two UK-based guitarists by the name of Sophie Burrell and Cameron Brown. They discuss how they first picked up the guitar, the grind between making music and creating content for social media, who their favourite guitarist is of all time and Cameron shows off his awesome Eddie Van Halen collection!
(1:15) How did Sophie and Cameron first meet?
(3:24) Wait...you began playing the guitar when you were how old?
(5:41) Musical Influences
(8:23) Has sticking to music been difficult or is it second nature?
(17:02) Eddie Van Halen...the inspiration
(19:04) Meeting idols live
(22:06) Creating content for social media vs actually making music
(24:41) The legato technique
(27:24) Cameron's extensive collection
(31:12) Is Eddie the best guitar player of all time?
(33:34) Creating during the pandemic & outro
Hey music lovers, episode #4 of our music podcast, Innersleeve is live! We sat down with musician and guitarist, Chris Holmes. Chris is a former member of the band W.A.S.P and we sat down to chat about the hurdles he faced as a young-adult, his new life in France and his new documentary "Mean Man".
(00:48) A lot went into "Mean Man"
(2:29) Chris Holmes...a mormon?
(8:39) A funny "on drugs" story
(11:18) Hellfest is a great festival
(12:24) Chris' feeling on Covid and the music industry
(13:47) Happy to be living in Europe
(16:35) W.A.S.P rolling into the Capitol Records office
(19:26) Chris Holmes is a lucky man
(32:32) More on the Mean Man documentary
(35:22) Blackie Lawless
(38:53) Chris on Hip Hop
(41:21) New music updates & Outro
This week’s episode features a special guest by the name of Rusur. He is a Canadian-born rapper, songwriter and producer who is currently the most featured artist on the entire Cyberpunk 2077 soundtrack. Cassius and Rusur chat about what the process was like getting songs approved for the game, chasing dreams, who WatchMojo ranked as the top rapper of all time and much more. Enjoy!
(7:00) How being a multi-dimensional artist helped him land different songs on the game
(9:45) From Johnny Gr4ves to Rusur and more on artist identity
(12:05) Working and writing for other artists
(19:43) Being afraid of the unknown
(26:09) What in store next for Rusur?
(28:44) Who did WatchMojo rank as the top rapper of all time?
On this week's show, Cassius Morris sits down with legendary musician and guitarist, Marty Friedman, to discuss how his life is going over in Japan, the New Year's live stream concert he's orchestrating and much more. Enjoy!
(6:41) How Japanese music has influenced Marty's compositions
(7:42) Marty on his New Year's live stream concert
(22:26) Hardest part about moving to Japan
(28:55) Gaining individuality as an artist
(42:08) Direction of TOKYO JUKEBOX 3
Cassius Morris is joined by WatchMojo founder and CEO, Ashkan Karbasfrooshan. They delve into why WatchMojo is entering the podcast game, how navigating the complicated world of copyright can be tricky business and conclude by paying homage to the late Eddie Van Halen.
(0:50) Why Podcasts?
(31:50) Eddie Van Halen
(45:13) More Eddie Van Halen
The host of Innersleeve, Cassius Morris, gives you a breakdown of what to expect from the podcast!