John Kempainen is the former lead guitarist for The Black Dahlia Murder from 2002-2008 playing on the albums Unhallowed, Miasma, and Nocturnal. We get into the early BDM days, writing process, gear, touring and why John decided to leave the band. If you're enjoying the show, please hit the follow button and leave a rating!Episode links:https://www.instagram.com/john_kempainenTrevor Tribute "Statutory Ape" CoverSign up for the Riff Tacos email list!https://www.rifftacos.com/sign-upFollow Paul & Riff Tacos:https://www.instagram.com/paulmiskohttps://www.instagram.com/rifftacos
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Jon Hunt (Dead To Fall) #24
Jon Hunt is the vocalist of Chicago metalcore pioneers Dead To Fall. Our bands came up together and ended around the same time in 2008, so we share a lot of history. In this episode, we talk touring chaos, Jon’s move to Spain, getting blacklisted from Furnace Fest, writing heavy music, and teaching kids how to shred. We swap road stories, dig into creative struggles, and look ahead at the future of music with AI.If you're enjoying the podcast, please hit the like button, leave a comment with your thoughts, and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes.Episode links:https://www.instagram.com/hunthornhttps://www.instagram.com/deadtofallCareer performing StructuresSign up for the Riff Tacos email list!https://www.rifftacos.com/sign-upFollow Paul and Riff Tacos on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paulmiskohttps://www.instagram.com/rifftacos
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Dennis Lee (Alesana) #23
Dennis Lee is the front man and screaming vocalist for post-hardcore/screamo band Alesana—a staple in the early 2000's/Myspace era who continue to kill it to this day.In this episode we cover: How Dennis’s background in visual art accidentally led him to fronting a band The formation of Alesana The full story behind the Annabel Trilogy Hilarious tour stories and fan interactionsCatch Alesana live on their upcoming tour dates, including Welcome To Rockville.May 15 - Pensacola, FL · HandlebarMay 16 - Daytona Beach, FL · Welcome To RockvilleMay 17 - Augusta, GA · Grantski RecordsMay 18 - Columbia, SC · New Brookland TavernIf you're enjoying the podcast, please hit follow, leave a rating, and share it with a friend!Episode links:https://www.instagram.com/dennydiablohttps://www.twitch.tv/sweatyhandshakehttps://www.instagram.com/alesanaofficialigSign up for the Riff Tacos email list and join the Tacommunity! https://www.rifftacos.com/sign-upFollow Paul and Riff Tacos on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paulmiskohttps://www.instagram.com/rifftacos
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Greg Larimer (ex-Robinson, Constant Hell) #22
Greg Larimer is my longtime friend and former bandmate in Robinson. He currently plays guitar in Constant Hell and tattoos at Dying Breed Tattoo in Pittsburgh. Keep an eye out for Constant Hell's new record coming later this year, and catch them on the road this July.If you’re enjoying the show, please leave a rating and give me a follow so you don't miss future episodes!Episode links:https://www.instagram.com/studkickassshttps://www.instagram.com/constanthell_pghhttps://www.instagram.com/dyingbreedtattooSign up for the Riff Tacos email list!https://www.rifftacos.com/sign-upFollow Paul and Riff Tacos on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paulmiskohttps://www.instagram.com/rifftacos
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Jackal Twins #21
Jackal Twins are a three-piece band from New England who describe their music as "psychedelic noisy tunes for the hopeless romantic." Their debut full-length record, Cuzco, is out now on all streaming platforms — a heavy, beautiful, and chaotic journey where every detail has been carefully crafted, from the soundscape to the lyrics to the visuals.Cuzco was recorded and mixed at the legendary GodCity Studio by Kurt Ballou and Zach Weeks — so needless to say, it sounds phenomenal.I had a great time talking with Mike, Dante, and Ben about how Jackal Twins came together and how they built the vision behind this project. Definitely give Cuzco a listen and keep an eye out for them live — they’re just getting started.If you’re enjoying the show, hit like, leaving a rating, and subscribe for more!Episode links:https://www.instagram.com/jackaltwinshttps://www.instagram.com/bennytrussellhttps://www.instagram.com/dante.lamustahttps://www.instagram.com/caninecarcrashSign up for the Riff Tacos email list and join the Tacommunity!https://www.rifftacos.com/sign-upFollow Paul and Riff Tacos on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/paulmiskohttps://www.instagram.com/rifftacos
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