THE GRAIL with Dean Delray

Years ago I sat down with one of the greatest artist ever in my eyes Mr Blaine Halvorson owner and creator of Made Worn Rock n Roll T-Shirts. Today Blaine returns to talk all about his new Vodka, "Meili" that he and his best friend Jason Momoa created from scratch in Montana. We also dive deep into more Rock n Roll talk and our Love for Los Angeles. Thanks for tuning in and make sure you check out my last episode with Blaine over on The Grail podcast. Tour Dates - https://www.deandelray.com/tourdates  Patreon Bonus Episodes - https://www.deandelray.com/patreon  Thanks for the amazing support my friends. DDR

From the ground floor of Thrash Metal playing Lead Guitar with Anthrax to a full on master watchmaker Dan Spitz is the definition of passion. Tune in and hear how he became a watchmaker on today's episode of The Grail. Thanks for tuning in my friends and dont forget to join my Patreon for over 160 bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/DeanDelray  All my tour dates are here https://www.deandelray.com/tourdates  Thanks for all your support. DDR

Today on a brand new Let There Be Talk / The Grail my guest will be Andrew Brodrick  owner of Freenote Cloth. Andrew and his brother Matt make all the Freenote clothing right in Los Angeles with the finest materials made at the highest level of craftsmanship.    Denim, Leather Jackets and incredible flannels are just a few things these guys do.  I love supporting small business especially when they are kicking ass and family owned.  Give them a follow and spread the word.    Freenote has offered a 20% off code for 1 week call them of hit the website of go into the their stores. The code is Delray20. Code is only goof for 1 week.   All my tour dates including the Hollywood Bowl this week are at https://www.deandelray.com/tourdates    Join my Patreon for bonus episodes of Let There Be Talk https://www.deandelray.com/patreon    Big love for all you people. Thank you  DDR

Today I do a full deep dive into Custom Guitars with Luthier Greg DeLuis. Greg makes some of the most incredible hand made guitars in the tradition of master luthier Doug Irwin. If you have seen Jerry Garcia's guitars like Tiger, Wolf or Rosebud you know that these are not some off the shelf store bought guitars. The amount of detail and work put into building those guitars is almost a forgotten craft. Greg continues the tradition even hand cutting all the inlay himself. Hear this mans amazing journey on this episode of Let There Be Talk / The Grail.   Check out all of Gregs Guitars on his instagram @deluisguitars    My tour dates are up https://www.deandelray.com  Patreon bonus episodes https://www.deandelray.com/patreon   

Today I sit down with Artist, Director, Kii Arens. This man got his start in the art world back in 1994 working for Michael Lang on Woodstock 94 and his whole world changed. You may of seen his videos he's directed for Glen Campbell, Ringo Starr and DEVO or some of his amazing Hollywood Bowl Rock Posters. Tune in and hear Kii's story and take the trip into The Church Of Color. Thanks for supporting The Grail Subscribe and leave a Review. DDR

If you are a fan of West Coast Choppers then you definitely know my guest Tay Herrera's work. On a chance call to West Coast Choppers Tay landed a Dream Job engraving all kinds of parts for Jesse James. This mans story is incredible. Tay has been engraving motorcycle parts by hand for most of his life. He even engraving an entire motorcycle for Brad Pitt. Please leave a review and Subscribe on iTunes and YouTube. Thanks for the support my friends. DDR Patreon for all my bonus episodes https://www.patreon.com/DeanDelray  Tour Dates and Merch https://www.deandelray.com 

Today on The Grail I sit down with Josiah Citrin and talk all things food including the pressures of being a 2 Star Michelin Chef. Josiah is one of the most incredible Chefs in the industry and also a very cool Human.  Josiah is a two-star Michelin chef and owner of Santa Monica's highly-acclaimed Mélisse, Charcoal Venice,Charcoal Sunset and Dave's Doghouse at the Staples Center in Downtown Los Angeles and Indian Wells Tennis Garden. His culinary philosophy, “In Pursuit of Excellence” sets the standard for all of his concepts, whether fine-dining or casual. Citrin discovered his passion for food through his family at an early age, growing up in Santa Monica and Venice with a mother who was a caterer, and a French grandmother who cooked family meals. Their knowledge, combined with his excitement for cooking and business, led him to pursue a culinary career. Citrin moved to Paris to explore his French heritage after graduating from Santa Monica High School, and worked for three years at fine Parisian restaurants Vivarois and La Poste, gaining an understanding of and respect for the rules of traditional French cooking. This invaluable experience taught him both the art and discipline of cooking and fine dining, and formed the definitive basis of his training. He returned to the United States in 1990 and began applying his skills at Los Angeles' finest restaurants—notably Wolfgang Puck's celebrated Chinois on Main and then at Granita. After two years, Josiah moved on to join Patina and Pinot Bistro and cooked alongside famed chef and savvy restaurateur Joachim Splichal. Citrin subsequently became chef at Capri restaurant in Venice and Jackson's in West Hollywood. With a heightened interest in French gastronomy and a spirit for entrepreneurship, Citrin launched JiRaffe in 1996 alongside childhood friend and fellow chef Raphael Lunetta. Selling his interest to JiRaffe to Lunetta in 1999, Citrin pursued his lifelong dream of opening his own fine dining establishment by debuting Mélisse which opened to critical acclaim and has been impressing the culinary world ever since. HONORS Citrin's honors include: Two Stars from Michelin Guide (2007, 2008, 2021), #1 for Top Food in Los Angeles and #1 American-French Restaurant for Food in Los Angeles by Zagat (2013, 2014), “Best Wine List” by LA Weekly (2015), “Top 100 Restaurants in the World” by Elite Traveler (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018), Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018), “Top Ten New Chefs” by Food & Wine magazine (1997), and “Best Chefs of the Year” by Los Angeles magazine (2012).

Today I sit down with Rich Lasner VP of Development at Vox Guitars.  This mans history in the guitar world is incredible. From his early days at Ibanez working with Steve Via and Paul Gilbert to helping with the 5150 Combo at Peavey to Designing one of the biggest selling guitars ever at Yamaha. Rich has been on the ground floor for some of the greatest guitar designs ever. His cool Eddie Van Halen stories alone are worth the listen. These days he's at Vox Guitars working on all kinds of cool stuff. His story is incredible and I really think you guys will dig this one. Don't forget to subscribe to my channel and please help spread the word. Thank You DDR

After a 6 month hiatus I return today with my guest the great Blake Kuwahara owner and designer of Blake Kuwahara Eyewear.  This man has been in the Eyewear game for 40 years. He started out as an Optometrist then worked his way into the eyewear industry as creative director of Liz Claiborne becoming a designer for 7 different brands including Jordache. Blake then started his own line called KATA ended up selling that brand and now he has a brand new company that is absolutely taking it to the next level in the Eyewear world. Sit back and hear us dive into all kinds of topics from Architecture,Denim, Design and Glasses. I hope you guys enjoy his story. Thanks for understanding about the time off that I needed. Keep the candles lit and have a fantastic week. This episode is brought to you by Optical Connection   Click on the link for all your Optical needs https://optical-connection.com  Use the code DEAN at check out for 10% off anything. Or call them and use the code. Doesn't matter where you are they will ship.   DDR

I've always wanted to talk to someone about Safes. Most people don't think about it until it's 2 late and their house has been robbed. Today I sit down with my friend Josh Rosenberg who works for Dean Safe and we dive way down the rabbit hole  of everything you need to know about Safes. We also talk about Stand Up Comedy and great Movies. Thanks for tuning in my friends. DDR  

Today I sit down with a man that has been in the guitar game for most of his life Mr Walter Carter of Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville. Walter's knowledge of Vintage Guitars is incredible and his reputation in the guitar business is next level. Sit back and enjoy this mans story on today's episode of The Grail. Have a great week and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and YouTube  and please leave a review. Thank You DDR  

Today I sit down with my new friend Artist, Chris Rodgers the man who painted the incredible Brody Stevens mural in Reseda California or as the great Brody Stevens would say in the 818. Over a 10 day period last month Chris flew out from Austin Texas and painted a Beautiful Mural of Brody and today we find out how this all came together. Special shout out to Tommy Godlove who put this incredible project together with Brody's Family and Friends. Long live our friend Brody Stevens. I love you Brody and will never forget you. DDR

Chances are if you are a fan of this podcast you have come across a Yondr bag at a Comedy Show or Concert. Yondr is a small locking bag that you put your phone in before you enter a concert or comedy show that can only be unlocked when you step into a phone free zone kind of like a smoking section. Graham Dugoni CEO of Yondr stops by to give us the history of this iconic invention. As a performer I fell in love with this invetion and I had to hear it's history. I think you guys will find this episode pretty damn cool. Love it or hate the Yondr I feel like we all need to unplug when we are out enjoying Art. DugonI, a former soccer player, founded Yondr after attending the Treasure Island Music Festival in 2012. After witnessing an intoxicated man dancing and people filming him, he pondered how this could affect freedom of expression. After raising $100,000 from friends and family, the company was up and running. Tune in and enjoy this mans story on episode 67 of The Grail DDR

I have been riding motorcycles most of my life. In fact out of the 5000 plus Stand Up Comedy sets I've done over 3500 of those I rode a motorcycle to get to the show. I have been in love with Ducati  Motorcycles for years so to have my guest Jason Chinnock on the show was an absolute honor. Jason is a lot like me. He came up in the Rock n Roll world but later in life he switched gears into the Motorcycle world and the rest is history. Jason stopped by today to tell us how he became the CEO of Ducati North America.  This is a must listen especially if you wanna know the history of Ducati. Thanks for tuning into The Grail. Check out my Patreaon https://www.patreon.com/DeanDelray  Enjoy DDR

Today my guest is Architect Jorge Gracia. Jorge is responsible for some of the best Architecture in the last 20 years down in Cabo San Lucas and Todos Santos. His homes have been featured in Dwell Magazine and he has a client list a mile long. Jorge has branched out into the U.S. and has projects going on everywhere including Downtown Disney. Hear this mans story on how he got into Architecture and how he started his Architecture school in Tijuana. Jorge has designed and built some of my favorite homes in Mexico so it was an honor to talk to this man. Thanks for tuning into The Grail and taking the ride. Have a great weekend. DDR  

Today I sit down with Caroline Artiss, CEO of Migos Dog which is some of the best dog food in the world. Caroline has an incredible story going from being a Chef for humans to helping prep and build a Fresh Dog Food brand from scratch out in Malibu Calif. Caroline had a restaurant in the Heathrow Airport that became a victim of Covid. She also had a TV show on the BBC America so this new gig is really out side the box for her. It was amazing to hear Migos story on how they started a Dog Food Brand in California just 7 months ago and I really think you guys will dig this episode. Thanks for always taking the ride here on The Grail DDR

Today on The Grail I talk with 2 guest.  First up is Troy Kudlac owner of Kud Properties and Real Estate Developer in the Joshua Tree,Palm Desert and Palm Springs area. 2nd Guest is Andy Canada,General Contractor and owner of HOME AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. This man has been building some next level homes in the Joshua Tree area. I have always been obsessed with amazing architecture especially the homes in the Palm Springs area. Palm Springs and the surrounding area is a gold mine of incredible homes. Over the last few years Troy and Andy have been building some of the best new homes I have ever seen out in the desert. Tune in and hear these guys stories.  Also visit there websites and instagrams for an idea of what we are talking about.  Troy with his new Eichler homes in Palm Springs and Andy's masterpiece called ON THE ROCKS in Joshua Tree

Brian the Bootmaker celebrates his 11th anniversary of making some of the finest handmade boots I've ever seen right in downtown Los Angeles Brian returns to the show to talk about how things have changed over the last decade of him being in business. We also talk Trucks, Cars and Real Estate and Comedy. Thank you my friends for your continuous support of The Grail. DDR

Once a year the big guns in the watch industry drop new models and for watch nerds like Kevin Christy and I its like Christmas in March. Today we dive into the new watches from Rolex, Patek Philippe, Tudor and More. We also talk about the lunacy of the flip game of the new Omega Speedmaster/Swatch Moonwatch. Tune in and enjoy some craziness. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe on iTunes and Youtube. Have a great week. DDR

Today my guest is Gard Hollinger Co-Owner of Arch Motorcycle Company. Gard and his partner Keanu Reeves started a Custom Motorcycle Company 10 years ago focusing on building some of the greatest 2 wheel machines ever made. I spent the day at Arch Motorcycles located right in Los Angeles and my mind was blown. Hand made V-Twin Motorcycles like you have never seen. Tune in and hear the story of how this company started. Thanks for all your support and please tell a friend about The Grail

Today I sit down with the King of the 4x4 world Mr Jonathan Ward owner of Icon. Jonathan builds the most insane Trucks and Cars I have ever seen. Jonathan's first career was in the acting game. This man worked on Broadway then moved to California for TV and Film work.  After years of success he realized he wasn't happy in the acting world and decided to leave it all behind for his true passion restoring Toyota Land Cruiser's and Ford Bronco's. Icon is hands down the best in the world and that is the truth. Tune in and hear all about the Holy Grail of 4x4's  follow him on Instagram @icon4x4   Also join my patreon for all kinds of bonus episodes and live Zooms https://www.patreon.com/DeanDelray

Today on The Grail my guest are the owners of the greatest Taco Shops in Los Angeles, Victor Manuel Delgado III and Jorge Alvarez of TACOS 1986. Sit down and hear the passion of these 2 men and how they started their very successful Business. Both these guys grew up in Tijuana before moving to Los Angeles and going for their dream. I would say Tacos are probably the greatest food every created and Victor and Jorge are the Kings of Authentic Tijuana style Tacos. Do yourself a favor and visit TACOS 1986 in Los Angeles and absolutely lose you mind.  Thanks for all your support of The Grail have a great weekend. DDR

If you ever wanted to know how you become a Master of Wine then this episode is for you. Vanessa Conlin was a musician performing internationally and on Broadway before deciding to make a change in life. Vanessa packed up her life in NYC and moved to the Napa Valley and dove full on into the history of Wine becoming one of the worlds leading Wine Experts. Vanessa's story is very inspiring and even if you don't drink wine you will love this Ep. Enjoy  DDR  

Today on The Grail my guest is Jerome Mage owner and designer of the one of the best Eyewear Companies in the last 30 years Jacques Marie Mage. This mans passion is infectious and his frames are like works of art. The craftsmanship is so far beyond anything else I've ever seen. I have been wanting to have this man on for over a year and it finally happened and I can't thank him enough for taking the time out to talk with me on how this amazing company started. I have been an Eyewear fanatic from an early age. Of course it has to do with Rock N Roll. Sunglasses go hand in hand with Musicians. Sit back and enjoy this mans journey and follow his Instagram @jacquesmariemage and have your mind blown. Candles Lit DDR

 Since 1905 the best leather in the world has come out of Chicago handmade at the Horween Leather Company. Most of my Boots,Belts, Jackets and Wallets are made of Horween Leather. These guys supply leather for some of the greatest handmade products in the world including Schott Leather Jackets, Wesco Boots, Vibram and so much more. Since the 1940's Horween has also supplied the leather to Wilson to make all the footballs for the NFL. This company has been Family owned for 5 generations and they still do everything the same way since they did the day they opened. Horween is the Holy Grail of Leather. Enjoy this and visit there Instagram at www.instagram.com/horweenleather/

Today on The Grail my guest is Cameron Weiss owner of the great WEISS WATCH COMPANY. Cameron makes handmade watches right in Nashville Tennessee formally in Los Angeles. Cameron fell in love with watches at a young age when his parents bought him his first Swatch Watch. Little did he know back then that he would turn his passion into a full on successful business. This is a celebration of small business Saturday. Check out his website weisswatchcompany.com and follow him on Instagram www.instagram.com/weisswatchcompany/  Make sure you leave a review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes and YouTube.

Today on The Grail my guest is Mat Weisfeld President of VPI Industries. VPI has been making handmade Turntables in New Jersey for the last 40 years and they are absolutely next level. A few weeks ago I went out to the factory took the tour and then sat down with Mat and talked everything Turntables. This is a fantastic episode that will probably answer all your questions you have ever had about turntables. Make sure you visit VPI's instagram page while listening to this episode so you can really get an idea of what we are talking about. www.instagram.com/vpiindustries/ 

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Robin McRoskey Azevedo owner of one of the greatest Mattress Companies in the world. McRoskey has been making Mattresses by Hand in San Francisco since 1899. I know most of you are thinking who cares about a Bed well considering you spend a major part of your life in bed you are gonna wanna listen to this episode. I toured the factory and saw first hand how these beds are made and it was amazing to see the Old School Craftsmanship that goes into making these Mattresses. This company is part of San Francisco's history and I think you will love Robins story.  Thanks For Tuning in. DDR

Today on The Grail my guest is the Tone Genius himself Mr Fil Olivieri owner of the incredible Guitar Amp and Pedal company called Solodallas. Years ago Fil set out to find out how Angus Young of AC/DC got his incredible guitar tone on the Back in Black Album and what Fil found out will surprise you. We run down the rabbit hole of Tone and our love of AC/DC on this episode and even if you don't love guitar or AC/DC which I find hard to believe you will love this conversation. Fil is an incredible human and has a huge passion for Rock n Roll and I think you guys will love him after you hear us talk about all things Rock. Check out his website solodallas.com/the-schaffer-replica and his YOUTUBE channel. 

Today on The Grail my guest is EveAnna Manley, President of Manley Labs. Manley Labs makes some of the best Audio Gear in the world and they are made right here in California. Manley specializes in High End Audio Equipment including Tube Mics that are used in Recording Studios today by all the biggest musicians in the music world. If you ever wanted to get into High End Audio equipment like Home Stereo Gear but don't know where to star this episode is for you. Thank you for tuning in to The Grail each week and Please Tell a Friend.

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Giles Padmore from Iron Heart International Denim and Work Wear. Giles stops by and talks all things Denim and Work Wear from one of the greatest brands ever Iron Heart. Giles story is amazing so you will not wanna miss this episode. We dive deep into the history of the Iron Heart brand and also all things Denim. Thanks for tuning in and don't forget to leave a review and subscribe on iTunes and Youtube.  Candles Lit my friends. DDR

On Today's Episode of The Grail my man Chris Warren from Wesco Boot Company stops by and talks about the 100 year anniversary of the Company. Wesco has been building handmade boots for a 100 years now and are more popular than ever. Today Chris talks all about the cool things the company is planning for the celebration. Wesco has been a favorite or mine for years and it's an Honor to have Chris on the show. Follow them on instagram at @wescoboots and see all the amazing stuff they make.

On today's episode of The Grail I sit down with my friend Tommy Gelinas owner of the Valley Relics Museum. The Valley Relics Museum is hands down one of the coolest places I've ever been. You wanna see a collection of all things cool this is the spot. It's an eclectic mix of all things Valley like BMX, FAST FOOD SIGNS, ROCK N ROLL, MALIBU GRAND PRIX, THE BAD NEWS BEARS and even Nudie Suits. This episode was so much fun to do and think you will really dig this conversation. Follow Tommy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/valleyrelicsmuseum/ 

Episode 46 of The Grail is here with my incredible guest Mike Elias owner and creator of Ship John Clothing Brand. Just a few years ago Mike was living in his van traveling around America bouncing from 1 odd job to another when a stop in Portland Oregon changed his life forever  This is a great story of hard work paying off. Tune in and hear all about how he created the now Infamous "Wills Jacket. Make sure you Subscribe and leave a review on iTunes. Have a great weekend. DDR

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Daniel Katz owner and creator of the incredible NO COW Protein Bar. Daniel started this company 5 years ago when he was just 18 years old and now it is being sold worldwide in major Health Food Chains, Grocery Stores and Gyms everywhere. Daniel's story is amazing. He had no idea how to even make a protein bar but he made it his obsession.Find out how he did it on todays episode. This bar is completely Vegan and only has 1 gram of sugar which made it perfect for me since I have Diabetes and it also tastes amazing.  Thanks for tuning in to The Grail each week. Please leave a review and subscribe on iTunes and Youtube. FOLLOW DANIEL ON INSTAGRAM @nocowfounder        

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Paul Jacobs CEO of Klipsch Audio Speakers. These Speakers are made right here in the USA in Hope Arkansas. You guys know how I love high end audio gear so to have Paul on from my Favorite speaker company was an Honor. Klipsch is the definition of Holy Grail Speakers. Klipsch has been around for more than 70 years and their history is amazing. Sit back and enjoy the ride.

Today I sit down with Anthony Coscia the man responsible for recreating The Grateful Dead's famous 1974 sound system The Wall Of Sound. This mans story is absolutely incredible. Talk about a full on passion project. Anthony also builds some amazing handmade guitars and can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cosciaguitars/?hl=en and for the Wall Of Sound follow him at https://www.instagram.com/mini_wall_of_sound/?hl=en  I have always been fascinated by The Wall Of Sound so to meet Anthony and hear his story was super cool. Do yourself a favor and Youtube Grateful Dead Wall Of Sound or Google it and dive into this Part of The Dead's History. Thank you for tuning in to The Grail brought to you by https://www.cactusradionetwork.com     

Today I sit down with an expert in all things Vintage Clothing Mr John Lofgren of John Lofgren Bootmaker Company. This mans story is unbelievable, From growing up on a farm in love with Mod Music to hunting down Vintage clothing in Goodwills and flee markets to working in a Rag House this man has done it all. Eventually John found himself living in Japan and starting a Boot Company and now he is one of the leading forces in Handmade Boots. We sit down and talk about what it takes to start a company in Japan and how his hard work and passion paid off. Brought to you by https://www.manscaped.com use the code Grail  for 20% OFF all your grooming needs. 

Today on The Grail my guest Eric Goldstein former owner of the incredible Denim shop in NYC called JEAN SHOP. I met Eric back in 2005 at his shop and fell in love with his Denim and Leather goods immediately. Eric built his Denim company from the ground up but after 14 years of hard work he has closed the doors and now he is the Business Leader of Denim and Jeans, at Vidalia Mills.  This episode has tons of Great Denim history so do not miss it. Don't forget to leave a review on iTunes and Youtube. Have a great weekend. DDR

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Marco Gerace owner of TLG AUTO. Marco is a Porsche Mechanic who specializes in the Porsche 911 world and is the perfect guest to have on to explain the ins and outs of the Porsche 911 model. If you ever wanted to buy a 911 and weren't quite sure what model or year to get or maybe you just want to hear a great story this will be very helpful. Marco has been around these cars most of his life and answers all my questions on episode #40 

Today on episode #39 of The Grail my guest is Gabriel Currie owner/builder of Echopark Guitars. Gabriel has been building handmade guitars for the stars right in Los Angeles up until a few years ago when he packed up the shop and moved to Detroit. Gabriel's guitar are played by some of the best in the Rock N Roll world including Joe Perry and Brad Whitford of Aerosmith, Josh Homme of QOTSA, Dave Catching Eagles Of Death Metal, Jakob Dylan and so many more. Do not miss this episode. FOLLOW ECHOPARK GUITARS ON INSTAGRAM @echoparkguitars Follow Dean Delray on Twitter,Instagram @DEANDELRAY        

On today's episode of The Grail my guest Chopper Dave stops by and talks about his days at WEST COAST CHOPPERS and everything that he is up to these days. Dave is a fantastic bike builder and has built some of my favorite Choppers ever including the famous SUPERFREAK Panhead. You may remember Dave from the Discovery Channel shows like Motorcycle Mania 2 and Monster Garage. Dave also talks about his passion for Photography and how he got into it. Do not miss this great episode. Thanks for tuning in.

On today's Episode of The Grail my guest Rod Emory from EMORY MOTORSPORTS stops by and gives me a full lesson all about the Porsche 356. Rod is considered 1 of the best Porsche Builders in the world and builds some of the best cars I have ever seen. Some would say that Rod is really the man that started the Outlaw Porsche scene many many years ago that has become so red hot these days. We dive deep into the Air-cooled era of Porsche so sit back and enjoy episode #37

On today's episode of The Grail my guest is Bobby Seeger owner of the great Indian Larry Motorcycle shop in Brooklyn. These bikes are considered the Holy Grail of Choppers. Bobby and I talk about the history of The Indian Larry Motorcycle shop and how he got involved. Bobby also explains how the bikes are built and how you can get your hands on one of these Amazing Machines. I recommend every go visit the shop when you are visiting NYC. Thanks for all of your support and remember to keep the candles lit.

From Metallica to NASA to the United States Post Office this man has designed for them all. If you sit down and think about it just for a minute you can't go anywhere without seeing Logos and Design and a lot of it is really bad. Aaron is one of the best ever to do Graphic Design and you can see his stuff everywhere. His Instagram page is one of my favorites ever and his Field Notes are used by just about every writer I know. Aaron recently did the design for my Gertie dog merch and I absolutely love it. Sit back and listen to this mans story on today's episode of The Grail 

On todays episode of LET THERE BE TALK my guest is Artist, Craftsman and Fashion designer Mr Blaine Halvorson. Blaine is the owner of one of the coolest companies ever "MADEWORN" MADEWORN makes some of the best ROCK N ROLL CONCERT T-SHIRTS I've ever seen in my life. Blaine also makes LEATHER JACKETS,BOOTS,DENIM and many other things all by Hand. This guy is the definition of Art Do not miss this epic episode.

Today we have an artist that I have been trying to get on the show for a while, Former chief photographer for Bill Graham and Bam Magazine Mr Richard McCaffrey. This man shot photos at all the major Bay Area concert events in the 70's for non other than Bill Graham. His specialty was the Day On The Green concerts and wow are his photos incredible. Richard was also in charge of all the great photos for the legendary Bay Area Magazine called Bam which was considered the Bible for the Bay Area Music Scene. He has a new book out called Richards Rock n Roll Alphabet which I highly recommend and at the end of the year he will have another book that Documents the last 2 Led Zeppelin concerts in the United States at the Oakland Coliseum, Day On The Green 6 and 7 July 23/24 1977 Check out his website https://richardmccaffrey.net 

Today on The Grail my guest is Russell Kelly former brand manager of TUDOR Watch U.S.A. Russell's watch knowledge is incredible and his story is fantastic. This man was a big part of the success of the relaunch of the Tudor Brand and just a super cool guy. Tudor is absolutely killing it in the watch game these days and I must say I am a big fan of what they are doing with the company. These days Russell is working at Hodinkee so I was very lucky to have been able to do this interview before he left Tudor. Candles Lit my friends enjoy. DDR  

We have all owned a Bandanna or two in our lifetime but imagine having the best Bandanna ever. My guest Jenni Earle has created what I think is the finest Bandanna ever made. You may ask yourself what's the big deal about a Bandanna ? Well, think about it for a minute. The Bandanna really is our own personal flag that we wear to let people know we may be a little bit different. Weather it be a rocker like David Lee Roth who covered his body in them or Willie Nelson who has wore one ever concert he has ever played or a gang member letting you know what his affiliation is. It's just an accessory that you don't really think about until someone makes a perfect one. When I think about it I don't even known how I came about owning all the bandannas that I own.  Sit back and enjoy Jenni's story and thanks for taking a ride on - The Grail DDR  

Today I sit down with Jeremy Smith and Neil Berrett owners of Standard and Strange which I would say is one of the greatest clothing shops I've ever been in. These 2 took their passion for High End Quality Clothing and made a business out of it. I could talk to these guys all day long about Leather Jackets, Japanese Denim, Hand Made Boots and all things Fashion. Jeremy and Neil started from the ground up in a small 200 square foot shop in Oakland to now having 2 very successful shops including one in Santa Fe New Mexico. Their Knowledge is next level on Japanese Hand Made clothing especially The Real McCoy's brand which happens to be my all time favorite brand. Tune in and enjoy their story and make sure you visit their shops and instagram page https://www.instagram.com/standardand...

On today's Episode of The Grail my guest is Paul Cox of Paul Cox Industries. Chopper Builder, Knife Maker, Leather Craftsmen, This man can make anything. You may know Paul from back in the Biker Build Off days when he and the great Indian Larry worked together. Paul has been making all types of Handmade Art all his life right in Brooklyn NYC. Tune in and hear his amazing story and then follow him on Instagram @paulcoxindustries and lose your mind.