Podcast 455: John Leventhal

Six-time Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist, producer, and
composer John Leventhal joins us this week to talk about 'Rumble
Strip,' his long-awaited debut solo album!

John tells us why, after five decades in the music business, he
decided to make a solo album. We chat about his writing process,
the home studio he and partner Rosanne Cash have in NYC, the gear
that he used on the album, his favorite microphones, and his
go-to acoustic tuning (CGDGBE).

Also discussed are the influence of Ry Cooder on his playing, the
magic found in old Gibson flattops (and '60s Guilds), and why
John tries to ignore industry trends when he's working as a
producer. Finally, we talk about a very special feature in the
Fretboard Journal's 54th issue on a Martin that belonged to
John's father-in-law, Johnny Cash.

'Rumble Strip' can be streamed now in all the usual places or
visit  https://www.rumblestriprecords.net/

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