The Two Doods Review's Podcast

CooperRiis is a highly regarded Mental Health Healing Community based in Western North Carolina. The 501 (c)(3) organization is unique in their therapy and recovery model, focusing on the individual and starting with a 'dream statement' of what recovery looks like for participants. The organization offers five levels of care, including Residential, IOP (Intensive Outpatient) and now a PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) which is soon to be in-network with Aetna, Cigna and United, helping individuals overcome the cost hurdle of acquiring world-class mental health healing! Johnny and Eric discuss Mental Health, what makes CooperRiis unique and the levels of care offered at this globally recognized organization.

The legendary guitarist and singer took some time to speak with Jave about the new album 'Brighten', available on October 29th, 2021. Jerry reflects on how this album is different from the prior 2 solo releases. He also shares a story about first meeting Eddie Van Halen and how he and Elton John came to collaborate. 

The rock band Sevendust, not known for cover songs, recently released a sample from their forthcoming new album 'Blood & Stone' to be released October 23rd. The track is a cover of Soundgarden's 'The Day I Tried To Live' and is a unique translation in this BLM world. Check out this introspective interview with Lajon Witherspoon, singer for Sevendust describing why the band choose to cover this song and his relationship (or lack thereof) with the late Soundgarden singer Chris Cornell. 

There has been a lot of speculation regarding the Aftershock 2020 event still taking place in October in Sacramento, California. DWP founder Danny Wimmer talks to Jave Patterson about what the future of the festival looks like and confirms the postponement of the 2020 event.    

No stranger to trouble, Wes Scantlin, vocalist for the Kansas City rock band Puddle Of Mudd opened up about his challenges with drugs, booze and the law and what helps keep him grounded today. In this new interview, Wes also recalls how he was seriously considering getting out of music before his demo tape clandestinely landed in the hands of Fred Durst. Regarding that stroke of luck Wes says 'I got a call when I was in Mobile picking up my ex-girlfriends daughter when I got the call...oh no, you're not going to go to New Orleans, you've got to come to Los Angeles...we're going to sign you!' Check out the rest of Wes' weird life in the podcast interview.

In a new interview with Jave Patterson, San Diego native Elise Trouw discusses her rise to fame as a YouTube sensation, playing on the Jimmy Kimmel show, touring with Incubus and an interesting fact about very early life and her inability to talk before the age of four.

The Korn guitarist spoke with Jave Patterson about the band's aggressive past, how they stay relevant to a new generation of listeners while still speaking to the audience that fell in love with Korn back in the late '90's.  On where Korn get their angst from as wealthy rock stars, Brian states '...when you have money it's not like everything's perfect...' Brian also talked about what was different with the new album 'The Nothing' by saying '...Jonathan, our singer started falling in love with heavy music again...'

Through multiple albums and almost three decades of touring, along with the loss of founding members Kevin Moore (keyboards) and Mike Portnoy (drums), Dream Theater continues to make music and impress audiences worldwide due to their musical accuracy, tenacity and dynamics. In this interview, the somewhat reclusive vocals recalls his days before joining the band and how Dream Theater has evolved over time with integral members coming and going.

Bursting onto the music/metal scene with their version of the Cranberries 'Zombie', Bad Wolves frontman Tommy Vext took some time to discuss going from replacement vocalist (SNOT) to fill-in vocalist (Five Finger Death Punch) to full-fledged rock star with his own band Bad Wolves. In this interview, Tommy also shares about his home life and what helps keep him grounded when surrounded by fans and 'yes' people as a rock singer for one of the biggest bands of 2018/19.

Sully and Shannon of Godsmack dropped by with some members of the band Monster Truck to discuss new music, taking young bands out on the road, the love for everything Boston and more!

Ghost mastermind Tobias Forge took some time to open up with The 'Doods' to discuss his relationships with his folks, where he gets inspiration from and how he approaches the ever unfolding story of the thematic rock band he fronts with a cast of 'nameless ghouls'. He even suggests what 'The Cardinal' (the character he plays in the band) enjoyed most when it came to Saturday morning cartoons as a kid!

A lot of folks love the comedy of Carlos Mencia, however a lot of folks don't. In this interview, Carlos addresses his haters and more!

Could there be a collab on the horizon between Nothing More and Badflower, or at least some shared songwriting from both prolific songwriters Jonny Hawkins and Josh Katz? Check out the interview and hear it for yourself!

We caught up with Josh Katz, mastermind behind the band Badflower to talk about his relationship with his parents, growing up as the 'popular kid', anxiety disorder, the possible commercial release of the viral YouTube song 'Move Me' and more! This interview was conducted on July 18th in Reno, Nevada during a stop on the Shinedown tour.

Las Vegas native Rick DeJesus, vocalist of Adelita's Way took some time to speak with Jave Patterson about life as an independent artist and his desire to collaborate with other musicians such as Tom Morello of Rage Against The Machine and Taylor Swift!

Volbeat guitarist Rob Caggiano took a break from rehearsals in Copenhagen to talk with Jave Patterson about the 'new' sound of the first official single from Volbeat's forthcoming album 'Rewinid, Replay, Rebound', out August 2nd 2019. 

The Blue October mastermind spent some time with a DOOD to get in-depth about sobriety, life and the new documentary 'Get Back Up' when they were in Reno, Nevada on June 6th, 2019, playing a show at the Cargo Concert Hall.

Brother Weaze Pauly Shore stopped by to talk with a DOOD, new beard flashing (no, he hasn't converted to Islam) to discuss the up's and down's of his career, reflections on working with the late Sam Kinnison, love life (laundry list of hot celeb girlfriends but never married and no kids) and foray into online dating- think eHarmony-, his super dirty condo and new Podcast/YouTube channel.

The 'Attention Attention' World Tour with Badflower, Dinosaur Pile Up and Broken Hands starts on June 21st in Houston, Texas. Brent Smith took some time with Jave Patterson to discuss the various demons (or Monsters, as the song would state) that he must keep under control while on the road fronting one of the biggest rock bands in the USA today.  

One of us got a chance to catch up with the legendary comedian to find out where he gets inspiration from today along with who his favorite late night talk show host is on TV. Steven was asked to perform on Johnny Carson's The Tonight Show twice within two weeks at the start of his career!

What does it take to become a Guinness Book Of World Record holder? A lot of pain, we'd say. Check out the backstory on this Carson City, Nevada tattoo artists claim to fame!

Jave Patterson recently sat down with Scott Stapp, singer of multi-platinum artist Creed to discuss family, sobriety and new music!

Johannes took some time to speak with a Dood and one of his biggest fans (Jessi). We covered a wide array of topics ranging from the serious to the funny (who knew Swedish Fish weren't Swedish at ALL!?!)...to whom he'd pick to make his street fighting gang! Check it out~

The respected Metal Maestro, Lamb Of God guitarist Mark Morton took some time the day before his solo tour to speak with Andy and Jave about the new solo album 'Anesthetic'. The multi-faceted (genres) album features a wide array of amazing vocalists ranging from Chester Bennington of Linkin Park to the jazzy stylings of Naeemah Maddox. In the interview, we discuss how the partnership with Chester came about, the making of a new Lamb of God album and more!

John Petrucci is arguably one of the most technically proficient guitarists alive today. While he can shred the metal with the best of them, he can also get bluesy, artsy, acoustic and rock with a simple groove.  On the heels of their latest release, Distance Over Time, the Dream Theater founder and guitarist took the time to speak with Jave Patterson about the long history of the band, their early influences, the key to their longevity, changes in the process of making the new album and what's in store in 2019 and beyond! 

Tracy Bingaman runs an addiction recovery retreat which uses Ibogaine as its core medicinal therapy for breaking addictions. The retreat is known as: Bahamian Oasis - Addictions Interrupted Being a fan of natural remedies and holistic approaches to addiction and mind expanding conciseness, Tracy has experimented with D.M.T., a rare substance hearlded as 'The Spirit Molecule'  by celebrities such as Joe Rogan as a true awakening.  In this podcast, Tracy discusses his first hand experiences with the D.M.T. 'trip' on not one, but two occasions.

One of the greatest albums of 2018 has to be 'Palms' by Southern California's Thrice. Check out this very personal, in-depth interview with frontman Dustin Kensrue as we cover topics ranging from writing of the new music to religion and even the finer side of Rum!

Jave spoke with the Pennsylvania band From Ashes To New to discuss the many line up changes over the years, the meaning behind the song 'Crazy' and their relationship to the late Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington. 

James and Ben of Asking Alexandria talk about how fatherhood and early lessons of life on the road has changed the band over the years.

Aaron and Spencer of Underoath discuss their new-found passion for creating music and how the sound has evolved on the latest release 'Erase Me'.

Drummer Shannon Larkin of Godsmack discussed the evolution of their sound over the years!

Jonathan discusses life on the road after the death of his wife and how he keeps the kids entertained at shows. Plus, he talks about his participation in the tribute to Vinnie Paul of Pantera!

'The Dood' Jave Patterson caught up with Mike Protich, singer of Red Sun Rising after their Aftershock 2018 appearance to discuss the new sound of the band on their latest release 'Thread', cigars and the band's effort to raise awareness about mental health and suicide, along with their new single 'Stealing Life'.

One of the nicest guys you could possibly imagine to speak with. At the end of the interview, his phone rang and his ringtone was the C.H.i.P.S. theme...we BOTH laughed!

In this podcast, Jave Patterson talks at length with Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Synyster Gates about the new music for the forthcoming Black Ops video game, the very public break up (and subsequent reunion) with Warner Brothers Records, the latest prognosis of singer M. Shadows, the next item on the Avenged Sevenfold bucket list and guilty musical pleasures!

Zach has been a longtime member of the Florida band Shinedown. In this interview, he discusses fatherhood, the meaning behind the new song 'Get Up' and the ups and downs of being a major rock star!

Dood Jave Patterson spent some quality time with Matthias of the Scorpions, talking about why they decided to call it quits several years only to keep on rockin'. They also get in depth on playing deeper, older tracks in concert and what song they are burnt out on the most.

Check out this rather revealing interview with 'The Dood' Jave Patterson and Disturbed bassist John Moyer. In it, John discusses his time in The Union Underground, working with Mike Portnoy in Adrenaline Mob and Scott Weiland in Art of Anarchy, Geoff Tate in Operation Mindcrime, the new Disturbed album 'Evolution', the 2019 tour and more!

Brett from Juno award winning The Glorious Sons took some time to speak with Jave Patterson about the controversial new single S.O.S. (Sawed Off Shotgun)...and beer- they talk about beer (what the hell, their Canadian!).

'The Dood' Jave Patterson caught up with Ivan Moody to discuss the perils of stardom (which he pokes fun at in the song Sham-Pain) in this peek behind the curtain interview with the Five Finger Death Punch frontman.

Jave speaks with old friend Lzzy Hale of Halestorm to discuss their love of Reno, Nevada, why the pants she made for him should be burned and how the new song 'Uncomfortable' is all about giving a middle finger to the world and being YOU!

Jave Patterson discusses what the singer does on a day off and the background behind the heart felt song 'Just Say When' from their Grammy nominated album 'The Stories We Tell Ourselves'.

we say RHUM because that is on the label for Noxx &Dunn 24.5 Florida run. listen to make Jason on the show!

Warming up at the Celebrity Golf Tournament in South Lake Tahoe.

Don Felder, legendary guitarist for the Eagles and writer of such songs as 'Hotel California' took some time to speak with Jave Patterson of Two Doods Reviews today. Together, they discuss how Don taught Tom Petty how to play guitar, the highlights of such an illustrious career with the Eagles and as a solo artist, how he came to write the song 'Heavy Metal' for the cult animated classic movie 'Heavy Metal', his drink of choice and the 'Last Supper'- what his final meal would look like! This is a MUST LISTEN for any Eagles fan!

Neil took some time to speak with us from his Canadian home studio to discuss the new album, tour with Avenged Sevenfold and the honor of having the distinction of having the most #1 rock songs in history, tying Van Halen! See the video version of this review with Neil on our website at www.twodoodsreviews.com!

The lovely and talented Dorothy sat down with us DOODS to talk about breakfast food, booze preferance, the new blood and renewed zeal in the band and all things Dorothy! See the video version of this review via our website www.twodoodsreviews.com!

In this episode, we make you feel old (or dumb if you are young), we upset the Trump haters, we please the Cosby bashers and we discuss how a naked man, oiled up and holding a sex toy ends up in your front yard at 2 a.m.! Plus, things we ONLY do on the weekend and not during the work week~ Cheers!

Listen in as we take you on a tri-pub tour of three legendary establishments in the historic Virginia City, Nevada while reviewing their unique bloody mary concoctions along the way! Stops include the famous Bucket O' Blood, Red Dog Saloon and haunted Washoe Club. We'll describe the unique differences between Bloody Mary styles (sweet, salty, spicy, bacon, spiced green bean, cellery, etc.) and even get some cool VC history lessons along the way!

We caught up with Glenn Tipton, Ian and Richie to talk about the new album 'Firepower' from Judas Priest, what songs they hate to play live and what they might bring out of the archives for this tour and the controversy surrounding the use of synth on the Turbo album and subsequent hardening of the sound on Ram It Down.