My guest on the podcast this week is Rohan Sharma aka RO1, musician, keyboardist, and producer. We talk about his journey into music, influences like Dream Theater, his upcoming album “Sunder” coming out November 29th, and the future of his sound. Rohan also dives into collaboration, authenticity in endorsements, and gives great tips for musicians bringing synths into metal.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and RO1’s Musical Journey
05:33 Upcoming Album “Sunder”
9:23 Collaboration with Other Artists
14:14 Integrating Electronic Textures in Progressive Metal
17:05 Gear Talk: Synths and Effects Pedals
23:13 Songwriting Approaches and Inspirations
24:38 Overcoming Creative Blocks
26:43 The Evolution of 'Sunder'
31:47 Future Directions and New Sounds
38:11 Advice for Aspiring Musicians
43:25 RO1’s Impact and Legacy
44:21 Analog vs Digital Synths
48:36 RO1 invites Toby Peterson (The Omnific) to The Chuggin
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13 Aug 2025
Dave Dunsire (Renesans)
My guest on the podcast this week is Dave Dunsire, guitarist of the band Renesans. We talked the balancing of dual passions as a musician and videographer, offering insights into his creative process and overcoming challenges like burning out.
Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Background
04:17 Journey Through Music Education
09:07 The Renaissance Man: Multi-Disciplinary Approach
13:52 Creative Process and Songwriting
15:26 Emotional Connection in Music
17:33 Guitar Tone and Equipment Choices
23:11 Future Directions in Music
24:41 Touring Adventures and the Music Scene
26:37 Collaborations with Rob Scallon
31:09 Working in The Big Six
36:53 Overcoming Burnout and Life Balance
39:39 Tools and Techniques for Creativity
42:53 Dave’s approach to writing music
45:10 Upcoming Projects and Future Aspirations
47:42 Dave invites musicians to The Chuggin
48:48 Final thoughts and advices for creators
23 Apr 2025
Terrance Pettitt
My guest on the podcast this week is Terrance Pettitt, touring & studio drummer, he has filled in for bands like Comeback Kid, The Devil Wears Prada, The Acacia Strain, The Ghost Inside, Great American Ghost and many more bands. In this episode he shares his overall viewpoint about being a touring musician and the challenges he has overcome.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:39 Episode starts
1:00 What is a touring musician?
2:16 First contact with drums and main drum kit
3:58 Snare being the core
5:13 Approach to studio vs live shows
7:40 Filling in great bands
9:52 Being a musician while having a relationship
11:14 Terrance take on social media
13:50 Advice for aspiring drummers/musicians
15:20 Positivity is key
16:49 Process for touring with a band
18:28 Balance professional vs personal life
20:19 The role of drummers evolving
21:34 Dream bands to fill in for
24:12 "If I can influence one person to play drums, I'm happy"
25:30 Top 5 films/videogames
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