Mar 28, 2023
In 2001 VH1 debuted the show Bands on the Run. It was a massive hit, yet it only lasted one season... We felt like it needed much more attention.
In the wake of Flickerstick's reunion (long after Soulcracker, Harlow, and Josh Dodes threw in their towels), we have decided to break down this insanely dated time-capsule of what-the-f*ckedness and talk with other touring musicians, friends, and music journalists about what they got wrong and what they got right.
We head to Memphis with Ronnie Barnett of The Muffs in the van to take a closer look at Episodes 9 through a ton of laughs, cringe moments, and more.
You can watch every episode of the show for free on youtube HERE. Catch up and catch the magic.
If you want early access to these episodes and the extended version of this episode, head over to the Rigs of Dad Patreon Page where you can also hear more unedited, ad-free interviews with previous guests, patreon exclusives, and beyond! PLUS early access to other episodes, including my recent conversation with Mario from Spotlights!
Ian has some tunes with his project The Interesting Times Gang that you should check out and support via bandcamp.
Ross's band Burial Waves will be playing with Spotlights June 22nd at The Metro in Baltimore.
Nat and Ian have some tunes you must check out. Keep up with all things Strangelight by Checking out their BANDCAMP page for all the details.
Rad things:
The incredibly talented David Cavalcante opened up THE tattoo shop in DC called District Tattoo Company. Follow them wherever you socially media, reach out to the artists, and book your appointment!
Big shout out to the homies at www.shearrevival.com Take care of yourself. Look good, smell good, and feel good. Treat your body and neighbor's nose with love using Shear Revival! Use the code CLEANTONE10 to get 10% off your next order!
Head over to Age of Ruin's Instagram and dive into some of the best thrash I have ever heard. Their new album is coming soon. It's produced by Mike Schleibaum of Darkest Hour and is just a relentless and refreshing metal cleanse. And be sure to check out their new live video from [hate5six] here.
Huge loves to the incredible Sacha Dunable from Dunable Guitars. The guys is building the absolute BEST axes in the game and I am a firm believer that EVERYONE needs to own one. Check out www.dunableguitars.com if you need some real tone in your life.
Much love to the fine folks at Custom District Pedalboards for allowing me to pack the heaviest tones on the lightest boards. Get yours over at www.customdistrictpedalboards.com
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