Description
Nik Nocturnal is a musician, songwriter, Twitch Streamer, and YouTuber. He is the guitarist for Termina and NIK NXK. Finn McKenty is director of operations for URM and Riffhard, and the man behind the popular Punk Rock MBA YouTube, Twitch, and Podcast.
On this episode:
You can’t predict what people will like
Is there a difference between music and content?
The most popular shredders are also the best writers
What sets John Petrucci and Jason Richardson apart
Creating online content that connects with people
Starting with a riff when writing
How Nik collaborates with Andy Cizek for Termina
Metal is just a medium and aesthetic
Mapping Nik’s trajectory
Why the DAATH self titled was a mistake
Writing for the trash
How John Browne accidentally wrote a Monuments single
Not letting online hate get to you
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Trev Lukather, guitarist of The Effect, joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast.
Chapters:
00:02:18 - Musical Upbringing
00:10:31 - The Importance of Taking Music Seriously
00:14:52 - The Psychological Impact of Being the Child of Famous Artists
00:23:22 - The Myths and Stories of Record...
Published 06/26/24
Peter Tägtgren, guitarist of Hypocrisy and Pain, Joins Eyal on the Riffhard podcast.
Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction and Love for Hypocrisy
00:05:59 - Balancing Guitar Playing and Other Responsibilities
00:10:11 - Muscle Cramps and Preventing Injuries on Tour
00:14:29 - The Energy and...
Published 06/19/24