Hello. My name is Craig Reynolds, I play the drums in a band called Stray From The Path and this podcast is basically a series of relaxed conversations with my friends who are mostly other musicians, artists and/or idiots/legends. Enjoy.
The Downbeat podcast, hosted by Craig Reynolds, is a highly entertaining and informative show that caters to both music enthusiasts and drumming aficionados. With its lineup of diverse guests and genuine conversations, this podcast offers a unique perspective on the world of touring musicians.
One of the best aspects of The Downbeat podcast is Craig's ability to engage his guests in meaningful and enjoyable conversations. His humor and relaxed demeanor make it easy for listeners to connect with the guests and feel like they are part of the conversation. Whether you are a fan of the guest or not, Craig's interviews have a way of making you appreciate their artistry and discover new bands and genres.
Another positive aspect is the variety of topics covered on the show. While The Downbeat may revolve around drumming, it goes beyond that to touch on subjects such as mental health, comedy, tattoos, and music production. This diversity keeps the podcast fresh and engaging, appealing to a wide range of listeners.
However, one potential downside of The Downbeat is that it may not appeal to everyone who is not interested in music or drumming. While Craig's humor and storytelling skills are entertaining on their own, some episodes may require a certain level of interest in the subject matter to fully enjoy them.
In conclusion, The Downbeat podcast stands out as an enjoyable and informative show for fans of music production, metal music, or those simply looking for a great podcast to listen to in their spare time. With its engaging host and diverse range of topics discussed, this podcast offers something for everyone interested in exploring the world behind touring musicians.
My guest on the podcast this week is Tom Williams of Stray From The Path, we talk about our new single Kubrick Stare which is out now!
My guest this week is Travis Regnier. An exceptional young drummer who has played for bands like SPITE, SYLOSIS, and many more. He also has a ripping IG check it out: @travis.r.drummer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is Travis Regnier. An exceptional young drummer who has played for bands like SPITE, SYLOSIS, and many more. He also has a ripping IG check it out: @travis.r.drummer
My guest on the podcast this week is the MASTER of EVIL and OG shock merchant Dani Filth of CRADLE OF FILTH. We talk about Cradle's immeasurable impact on heavy music, as well as their latest single Malignant Perfection, their numerous collaborations (including an upcoming song with ED SHEERAN) and we gush about horror movies and interior design. Bucket list guest for me, loved this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is the MASTER of EVIL and OG shock merchant Dani Filth of CRADLE OF FILTH. We talk about Cradle's immeasurable impact on heavy music, as well as their latest single Malignant Perfection, their numerous collaborations (including an upcoming song with ED SHEERAN) and we gush about horror movies and interior design. Bucket list guest for me, loved this one!
My guest on the podcast this week is Dave Baksh of Sum 41. We caught up on their FINAL UK tour to talk everything about the band, his brush with cancer, and nearly being on a certain flight that didn't end well... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Dave Baksh of Sum 41. We caught up on their FINAL UK tour to talk everything about the band, his brush with cancer, and nearly being on a certain flight that didn't end well...
My guest on the podcast this week is Johnny from HEALTH. We caught up after becoming besties earlier in the year to talk fashion, music, and a bunch more unhinged stuff... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Johnny from HEALTH. We caught up after becoming besties earlier in the year to talk fashion, music, and a bunch more unhinged stuff...
My guests on the podcast this week are most-hyped (and deservedly so) hardcore band SPEED. We talk about their dedication to the Australian Hardcore scene, how NOT to act at a show, their collaboration with Nike, and much more. Insane band. Check them tf out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are most-hyped (and deservedly so) hardcore band SPEED. We talk about their dedication to the Australian Hardcore scene, how NOT to act at a show, their collaboration with Nike, and much more. Insane band. Check them tf out.
My guests on the podcast this week are Pat and Josean of Fit For An Autopsy. We talk the band's new album The Nothing That Is, Josean's double knee surgery which left him out of the game physically and mentally, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are Pat and Josean of Fit For An Autopsy. We talk the band's new album The Nothing That Is, Josean's double knee surgery which left him out of the game physically and mentally, and much more.
My guests on the podcast this week are ultra-mega-super group BETTER LOVERS. Better Lovers is what happens if Will Putney snorted the ashes of The Dillinger Escape and Every Time I Die. They're all very funny people. We also did a ludicrous collab vinyl for their new record HIGHLY IRRESPONSIBLE. Check out their tour dates and grab The Downbeat x Better Lovers here: www.highlyirresponsible.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are ultra-mega-super group BETTER LOVERS. Better Lovers is what happens if Will Putney snorted the ashes of The Dillinger Escape and Every Time I Die. They're all very funny people. We also did a ludicrous collab vinyl for their new record HIGHLY IRRESPONSIBLE.
My guest on the podcast this week is WUNDERKIND drummer Tosh (the drummer). He's the go to session guy for people like MGK, Bad Bunny, The Kid Laroi, Troye Sivan, jxden, Fall Out Boy and much more...he's also disgustingly young for someone doing so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is WUNDERKIND drummer Tosh (the drummer). He's the go to session guy for people like MGK, Troy Sivan, JADEN, Fall Out Boy and much more...he's also disgustingly young for someone doing so much.
My guest on the podcast this week is Ihsahn of the legendary black metal band Emperor. We talk about how his music and opinions have evolved since starting Emperor as a teenager to his solo career as simply Ihsahn, as well as revealing some amazing stories from the golden era of black metal, and some great outlooks on life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Ihsahn of the legendary black metal band Emperor. We about how his music and opinions have evolved since starting Emperor as a teenager to his solo career as simply Ihsahn, as well as revealing some amazing stories from the golden era of black metal, and some great outlooks on life.
My guest on the podcast this week is Aaron Weaver of Wolves In The Throne Room. An interesting and wise man - we talk about the band and their impact on the black metal scene, as well as his unorthodox utilization of technology for producing that is modern but still seems on brand for the genre. We also talk about ghosts and Lars Ulrich... obviously. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Aaron Weaver, drummer and founding member of one of my favourite black metal bands: Wolves In The Throne Room. A SUPER interesting and wise man, we talk the band, magick, his unique living situation, Lars Ulrich, and much more!
My guest on the podcast this week is Ben Thatcher, one half of ROCK GODS Royal Blood. We talk about his band of course but also about the time he nearly blinded Taylor Swift and drew a portrait of Kanye West - on the same day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Ben Thatcher, one half of ROCK GODS Royal Blood. We talk about his band of course but also about the time he nearly blinded Taylor Swift and drew a portrait of Kanye West - on the same day.
My guest on the podcast this week is Michael Kroeger, bassit of Nickelback. We talk about growing up and the origins of starting the band with his brother Chad, his extensive surgeries, the new movie Hate to Love: Nickelback, Jiu Jistu, his reasons for moving to the USA from Canada, medicinal healing, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Michael Kroeger, bassist of Nickelback. We talk about growing up and the origins of starting the band with his brother Chad, his extensive surgeries, the new movie Hate to Love: Nickelback, Jiu Jistu, his reasons for moving to the USA from Canada, medicinal healing, and much more.
My guests on the podcast this week are Carson Pace and Matthew Hague of The Callous Daoboys. We talk about their absolutely mental band, how they write, touring, movies and a bunch more. Catch them on tour with See You Space Cowboy this summer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are Carson Pace and Matthew Hague of The Callous Daoboys. We talk about their absolutely mental band, how they write, touring, movies and a bunch more. Catch them on tour with See You Space Cowboy this summer!
My guests on the podcast this week are Olly Steele + Adam Benjamin. Olly just released his latest EP Imbalance featuring an all star line up of Olly and Adam plus bassist Jacob Umansky and drummer Anup Sastry...AND it's mixed by the GOAT Adam Nolly Getgood. We talk about all that, plus a bunch more funny stuff...check out the Imbalance EP on all streaming services now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are Olly Steele + Adam Benjamin. Olly just released his latest EP Imbalance featuring an all star line up of Olly and Adam plus bassist Jacob Umansky and drummer Anup Sastry...AND it's mixed by the GOAT Adam Nolly Getgood. We talk about all that, plus a bunch more funny stuff...check out the Imbalance EP on all streaming services now!
My guests this week are Lucas Woodland + Ashley Green of Holding Absence. We talk about our previous beef, their band, making music, touring, and we have both TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE and also A DREAM FESTIVAL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests this week are Lucas Woodland + Ash Green of Holding Absence. We talk about our previous beef, their band, making music, touring, and we have both TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE and also A DREAM FESTIVAL.
My guest on the podcast this week is amazing tattoo artist and incredibly funny human, Will Thomson. He's responsible for a lot my tattoos (in record time) and we did a podcast about 3 hours after he finished tattooing my head, then got very drunk. We talk tattoos and how he became a tattoo artist, but also being a business owner, his insane ideas for horror movies... and the time he was in a real-life bi-curious Lord Of The Rings. Check out his unhinged IG and excellent tattoos @thomsontattoos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is amazing tattoo artist and incredibly funny human, Will Thomson. He's responsible for a lot my tattoos (in record time) and we did a podcast about 3 hours after he finished tattooing my head, then got very drunk. We talk tattoos and how he became a tattoo artist, but also being a business owner, his insane ideas for horror movies... and the time he was in a real-life bi-curious Lord Of The Rings. Check out his unhinged IG and excellent tattoos @thomsontattoos
My guest on the podcast this week is Rory Rodriguez, vocalist of Dayseeker. We talk about the band's rise and their new acoustic EP 'Replica' as well as getting deep about the death of his father and his experience going to see a medium. We also we talk about why so many people are passing out at shows these days, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Rory Rodriguez, vocalist of Dayseeker. We talk about the band's rise and their new acoustic EP 'Replica' as well as getting deep about the death of his father and his experience going to see a medium. We also we talk about why so many people are passing out at shows these days, and much more.
My guests on the podcast this week are Frank Carter and Dean Richardson of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes. We talk about the history of the band and how they make music, plus the new album Dark Rainbow, mental health, touring, and much more. For more info and to catch the band on tour head to: www.andtherattlesnakes.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests on the podcast this week are Frank Carter and Dean Richardson of Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes. We talk about the history of the band and how they make music, plus the new album Dark Rainbow, mental health, touring, and much more. For more info and to catch the band on tour head to: www.andtherattlesnakes.com
My guest on the podcast this week is Bryan Garris, vocalist of KNOCKED LOOSE. They're just about to put out the album of the year 'You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To' on May 10th. You can check out the LIMITED EDITION Downbeat vinyl variant at www.thedownbe.at We talk ALL about that plus religion, playing coachella, and getting his eye ripped out by a beagle. Great lad. Great band. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is Bryan Garris, vocalist of KNOCKED LOOSE. They're just about to put out the album of the year 'You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To' on May 10th. We talk ALL about that plus religion, playing Coachella, and getting his eye ripped out by a beagle. Great lad. Great band.
My guests this week are Brian and Chris of Connecticut metalcore band CURRENTS. Chris is already Downbeat alumni with his other band SHADOW OF INTENT, so we talk about balancing two very successful bands, as well as touring, the history of the band, accidentally stealing riffs, nando's and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests this week are Brian and Chris of Connecticut metalcore band CURRENTS. Chris is already Downbeat alumni with his other band SHADOW OF INTENT, so we talk about balancing two very successful bands, as well as touring, the history of the band, accidentally stealing riffs, nando's and much more.
My guest on the podcast this week is actor Leigh Gill. You may know him as Gary from the oscar winning movie Joker, as well as his roles on Game of Thrones, The Witcher, and his latest movie Blitz. We got terrifically drunk and talked what it's like to work with Joaquin Phoenix and hang out with Al Pacino. Mental. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest on the podcast this week is actor Leigh Gill. You may know him as Gary from the oscar winning movie Joker, as well as his roles on Game of Thrones, The Witcher, and his latest movie Blitz. We got terrifically drunk and talked what it's like to work with Joaquin Phoenix and hang out with Al Pacino. Mental.
My guest this week is John Famiglietti AKA JOHNNY HEALTH from industrial/noise rock band HEALTH. With a career involving collaborations with NINE INCH NAILS and their chart-topping song 'Crimewave' with CRYSTAL CASTLES we had a lot to talk about as well getting into stuff like scoring numerous video games, Warhammer 40k...and letting fans sleep at his house (respectfully). Great dude great band great chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is John Famiglietti AKA JOHNNY HEALTH from industrial/noise rock band HEALTH. With a career involving collaborations with NINE INCH NAILS and their chart-topping song 'Crimewave' with CRYSTAL CASTLES we had a lot to talk about as well getting into stuff like scoring numerous video games, Warhammer 40k...and letting fans sleep at his house (respectfully). Great dude great band great chat.
My guests this week are the wonderful Courtney LaPlante and Mike Stringer of the band Spiritbox. We caught up in LA to talk about their Grammy nomination, working with Megan Thee Stallion, the creation their latest EP 'The Fear Of Fear' , and Courtney does a wonderful Mike Tyson impression. I love these people and I love this band. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guests this week are the wonderful Courtney LaPlante and Mike Stringer of the band Spiritbox. We caught up in LA to talk about their Grammy nomination, working with Megan Thee Stallion, the creation their latest EP 'The Fear Of Fear' , and Courtney does a wonderful Mike Tyson impression. I love these people and I love this band.
My guest this week is Bad Omens Drummer Nick Folio and for the first time on The Downbeat, their soundguy and tour manager Matt Dierkes. Me and Nick catch up and talk about their new single V.A.N (with Poppy) while Matt provides a bit of insight on the many hats he has donned for the band. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is Bad Omens Drummer Nick Folio and for the first time on The Downbeat, their soundguy and tour manager Matt Dierkes. Me and Nick catch up and talk about their new single V.A.N (with Poppy) while Matt provides a bit of insight on the many hats he has donned for the band.Make sure to connect Patreon to Spotify and search The Downbeat Ad Free!
My guest this week is Chris Turner - one of the best metal drummers in the world, both with Oceans Ate Alaska and with his solo stuff. We met for the first time to talk drums, practice, regretable early touring practices, and more. Check out Oceans Ate Alaska's new single and his lesson packs, merch, and solo stuff on spotify. He's an absolute freak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest this week is Chris Turner - one of the best metal drummers in the world, both with Oceans Ate Alaska and with his solo stuff. We talked about OAA's new song and line up, why he's so good…that sort of thing. Check him out on IG @chrisoaa and youtube @ChrisTurnerDrums - he's got lesson packs, merch, and solo stuff on spotify. He's an absolute freak.
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