Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch
Welcome to Season 5! Listen in on Greg Koch's conversations with his guitar-hero friends. Every episode Greg unleashes his fiendish humor and unique perspective as "one of the most famous unknown guitar players in the world", asking his often-famous musical friends the questions that we all want to know the answers to! Each episode is brought to you by Fishman and Wildwood Guitars
Episodes
116 episodes
Jeff McErlain - Brooklyn Blues Rock, European Tours, and Guitar Lessons
Ever wondered how blues rock guitar maestro Jeff McErlain from Brooklyn, New York, balances the dual life of performing and teaching? Join us on a soulful journey as we chat with Jeff about his thriving career, his popular teaching platform jmg...
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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1:14:50
Allen Hinds
What if your musical idols became your mentors? In our latest episode, we sit down with the extraordinary guitarist Allen Hinds to uncover the stories behind his transformative journey from the Southern rock roots of Minnesota and Alabama to th...
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Episode 22
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1:05:44
Jeff Kollman
Ever wondered what it feels like to tour the world with some of the biggest names in music? Join us as we catch up with the incomparable Jeff Kollman, who brings his electrifying stories from the road and insights into his latest record. From w...
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Episode 21
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1:02:29
Carl Verheyen
What if you could capture the essence of legendary live performances while maintaining your distinct sound? Join us in this episode of Chewing the Gristle as we sit down with the iconic Carl Verheyen. From memorable gigs across Italy, London, a...
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Episode 20
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1:05:53
Art Menezes
What happens when a young Brazilian guitarist, inspired by ACDC, stumbles upon blues legend John Lee Hooker through a stroke of radio interference? Join us as Art Menezes takes us through his incredible musical journey, from the vibrant streets...
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Episode 19
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55:04
Van Wilks
Get ready for an unforgettable ride as we catch up with Texas blues rock legend Van Wilks, right here on Chewing the Gristle. From the sweltering Austin heat, Van shares captivating tales from his vibrant musi...
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Episode 18
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1:06:05
Joe Mass
What if you could experience the essence of a city's musical heartbeat and the stories of those who keep it alive? Join us for the season premiere of Chewing the Gristle, where we sit down with the ever-versatile Joe Mass. From his mastery in j...
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Episode 17
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55:04
Buddy Whittington
What happens when a passion for blues guitar, a serendipitous encounter, and a love for cold pizza collide? You get the legendary Buddy Whittington! Join us for an unforgettable conversation with the Texas blues guitar powerhouse and former mem...
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Episode 16
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1:08:16
Rick Vito RETURNS!
What if you could blend traditional blues with inventive hooks to create a sound that captivates audiences? Join us on "Chewing the Gristle" as we welcome back the legendary slide guitar virtuoso Rick Vito to explore this very question. Rick ta...
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Episode 15
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1:11:45
Chris Duarte
Strap in for a musical odyssey with Texas guitar virtuoso Chris Duarte. This episode is a treasure trove of candid tales and wisdom from the road, offering a glimpse behind the curtain of a touring musician's life. From the logistical ballet of...
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Episode 14
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1:02:20
Gary Hoey
When Gary Hoey picked up his first guitar, little did he know how he'd leave his mark on the world of rock. In our latest episode, Gary takes us on a nostalgic trip, recounting his transition from band life to forging a successful solo career, ...
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Episode 13
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1:04:49
Dave Scher
Strap in and let your ears savor the melodic tales of Dave Scher, an Austin guitar luminary who's strumming his way into our hearts here on Chewing the Gristle. Dave unpacks the chords of his musical voyage, from sharpening his skills at the es...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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1:08:14
Andy Aledort RETURNS! - A Conversation About the Late, Great Dickey Betts
As the echo of guitar strings fades into memory, we sit down with the esteemed Andy Aledort, whose fingers have danced along fretboards in harmony with the legendary Dickey Betts. Our conversation takes you on a backstage tour of those hazy, ad...
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Episode 11
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1:18:30
Ken Haas of Reverend Guitars
Ever found yourself in stitches over a case of mistaken identity? I certainly have, and in this groove-packed episode, my friend Ken Haas from Reverend Guitars joins me to recount those laugh-out-loud moments. We're talking everything from Mick...
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Episode 10
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1:13:05
Larry McCray
When Larry McCray's soulful voice and fiery guitar licks join the fray, you know you're in for an electrifying episode of Chewing the Gristle. Season 5 ignites with a homespun blend of stories and strums as Larry details his incredible shift fr...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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59:47
Davey Knowles
Strap in, gristle tribe, because our latest jam session with blues-rock maestro Davey Knowles is a deep dive into the soulful crossroads where British folk meets Americana. Hailing from the Isle of Man, Davey's heartfelt anecdotes reveal his jo...
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Episode 8
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1:14:32
Jimmy Hall
Jimmy Hall is a vocalist, harpist, and saxophonist extraordinaire. He is known for his time with Wet Willie, Jeff Beck, the Dickey Betts band, Hank Williams Jr., and as a recent contributor to the Allman Betts Family Revival. Today the mi...
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Episode 7
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57:22
Mike Zito
Mike Zito has been a fixture of the American blues and roots scene for a long time, with 17 albums to his own name, along with ime spent in the Royal Southern Brotherhood and The Wheel. He's an incendiary guitar player, vocalist extraordinaire,...
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Episode 6
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58:42
Stephen Hull
Stephen Hull is a young Wisconsin native who has taken the international blues world by storm, and connected with Greg while on tour in Buenos Aires! Blues Blast magazine called him a "blues dynamo, capable of nailing just about any blues style...
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Episode 7
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1:08:02
Toronzo Cannon
Toronzo Cannon, hailing from Chicago IL, likes to do things The Chicago Way. He's an Alligator recording artist, bluesman extraordinaire, southpaw, and a cool cat! Mojo Magazine said Toronzo "rises to the front rank of Chicago bluesmen" and The...
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Episode 5
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1:08:38
Dylan Adams
Dylan Adams is a slide guitar player extraordinaire. Greg first discovered him as many of us have, on social media playing up a storm! Greg was taken away by his beautiful technique, tone, and touch. Dylan has made that heavy impression on many...
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Episode 4
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1:06:42
Reggie Hamilton
Reggie is bass royalty in LA, where he has been a first-call session and touring bassist for many years. He has toured or recorded with Seal, Eros Ramazzotti, Babyface, Queen Latifah, Billy Childs, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin, Bette Midler...
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Episode 3
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1:16:30
Nick Moss
Chicago's Nick Moss has been recognized as one the great guitarists of his generation, garnering accolades from Buddy Guy and praise from Jambase, Relix, and Gratefulweb.com among many others. His recording career spans decades and his albums a...
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Episode 2
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1:01:18