Josh Smith

Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch

Josh Smith is one of the most respected guitar players on the planet, receiving awards and accolades from venerable sources too numerous to list! Greg and Josh discuss Gear (what else!), the new landscape for live musicians, Derek Trucks, and Josh's long career path from child prodigy to a bonafide guitar hero.
4:47 - The uncharted territory of live-music during a pandemic, and virtual gigs
9:12 - Josh’s new live DVD, “Live at the Spud”
16:15 - Josh’s journey; from Florida to Los Angeles and everywhere in between. From learning the Blues early on, to fronting bands before he could drive
20:46 - Josh’s long-time friendship with Derek Trucks
26:43 - Touring Europe: to use your own band, or not to use your own band - that is THE question
36:30- The beauty of exposure on the internet, and finding an audience in places you never dreamed
38:25 - The importance of jamming without ego, and making room for everyone to shine in their own light on stage
46:52 - Gear! Guitars, amps, and pedals!
Total Length: 61:45

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