Summary In this episode, host Blake Wyland interviews John Dyer Baizley from the band Baroness. They discuss the band's touring rig and guitar setup, the importance of band chemistry, and the role of the song and audience in live performances. John also shares insights into the band's intuitive approach to songwriting and the exploration of ideas that don't fit the band's sound. Additionally, they touch on John's visual artistry and his influences as an artist. Custom Rickenbackers, favorite BOSS Pedals, and of course pizza are the topics of the day! You are going to enjoy this! Takeaways Band chemistry is crucial for creating a balanced and dynamic live performance. The role of each band member is to support and enhance the overall sound, rather than seeking individual attention. The band's writing process is a combination of structured and intuitive approaches, allowing for creative exploration and discovery. Trusting instincts and embracing creativity without overthinking can lead to unique and exciting musical moments. John's visual artistry is influenced by a variety of artists and mediums, and he continues to explore and evolve as an artist. Trying different pizzerias around the world can be a fun and delicious experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Touring 02:06 Touring Rig and Guitar Setup 05:00 Custom-Built Rickenbacker 06:29 Finding the Right Gear 08:54 Balancing Tonal Characteristics 11:48 The Importance of Band Chemistry 13:38 Supporting Each Other as Band Members 16:32 The Role of the Song and Audience in Live Performances 19:06 Creating Dynamic Performances 21:33 The Evolution of the Band's Writing Process 23:20 The Intuitive Approach to Songwriting 25:13 Trusting Instincts over Intelligence 27:31 Exploring Ideas that Don't Fit the Band 32:17 John's Visual Artistry 37:20 Influences and Artistic Journey 48:26 John's Five Influences 52:26 Closing Remarks 54:35 Favorite Kind of Pizza 55:22 Exploring Pizzerias Around the World Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices