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This week, Bernie sits down with acclaimed producer, mixer, and Ugly Kid Joe guitarist Dave Fortman. Dave shares stories from his time with Ugly Kid Joe, touring with Ozzy Osbourne, and the experiences that helped launch his career behind the recording console. He also reflects on producing landmark albums for artists including Evanescence, Slipknot, Mudvayne, and Godsmack.

https://www.instagram.com/fortmandave
https://www.instagram.com/uglykidjoeofficial

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This week Bernie catches up with guitarist Sam Koltun for a candid conversation about chasing a dream, building a career, and landing one of rock’s most coveted gigs. From St. Louis clubs to touring arenas with Godsmack, Sam discusses the experiences, mentors, and friendships that helped throughout his career. It’s an inspiring look at perseverance, preparation, and what happens when talent meets opportunity.

https://www.instagram.com/sambamkoltun
https://www.godsmack.com/tour

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This week Bernie sits down with powerhouse drummer Brian Tichy to talk about his amazing career playing with artists like Ozzy Osboure, Billy Idol, Foreigner, and Gene Simmons. They discuss Brian’s new band, Led By Vultures, the creative journey behind the singles “Get It Right” and “Massivity,” and why he finally decided to step forward as a songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist after decades as a hired gun. Brian also shares stories from the road, reflections on confidence, and the excitement of building something entirely his own.

https://www.instagram.com/briantichydrums
https://www.instagram.com/ledbyvulturesband

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This week, Bernie sits down with Pearl Jam’s official tour photographer, Geoff Whitman, to talk about his journey from devoted fan to documenting one of the biggest rock bands in the world. Geoff shares stories about discovering photography at a young age, learning from legendary photographers, and capturing the band’s Dark Matter tour for his new book, React, Respond. The conversation dives into music fandom, life on the road, tour family dynamics, and the surreal experience of working alongside the artists who helped shape your life.

https://www.geoffwhitmanphotography.com/
https://www.instagram.com/geoffwhitman
https://pearljam.com/

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This week Bernie sits down with legendary guitarist Jimi Bell. Jimi discusses his incredible career, from auditioning for Ozzy Osbourne to co-writing the Black Sabbath song “Master of Insanity” with Geezer Butler. He also shares unforgettable stories about touring with Joan Jett, appearing in the film Light of Day, recording music for WWE wrestlers, and helping revive House of Lords in the 2000s. It’s a candid and insightful conversation filled with rock history and legendary stories.

instagram.com/jimibellmusic
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