Garza sits down with JB & Brent from Lancaster, PA metalcore band August Burns Red. Over 20 years being in the game together we talk about how you stay consistent, managing your own band to getting nominated for a Grammy. Their new album Death Below is out now! augustburnsred.com
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ABR is:
Jake Luhrs - Vocals
JB Brubaker - Guitar
Brent Rambler - Guitar
Matt Greiner - Drums
Dustin Davidson - Bass
TIME CODES:
00:00 - Aches, pains & staying in shape
08:39 - 20 years in the game, re-learning and playing old songs
12:52 - Meeting in High School in Lancaster, PA
16:15 - Recording Thrillseeker with Adam D from Killswitch Engage
29:18 - Managing the band & working together.
32:52 - Jake’s long audition process vs. Dustin’s instant entrance
37:36 - Dustin Shreds, too
38:46 - Being a massive, successful band with complex music
42:57 - August Burns Red & Suicide Silence tour w/ Unearth & Darkest Hour
48:07 - JB’s Flip Flops (Sandals)
49:20 - JB’s Signature Ibanez & Kiesel Guitars
51:19 - Livestream Events (Christmas Burns Red & Suicide Silence Virtual World Tour)
53:48 - Merch Company Woes
57:38 - Double Grammy Nomination
01:00:53 - Dedicated Fans
01:03:00 - Live Show Production & Pyro, touring with The Devil Wears Prada, Bleed From Within, Brand of Sacrifice
