Hi, I’m Billy Strings. Ask me anything!

Was wondering if we’re real friends or just work friends?

You're my boyfriend.

How's green shirt guy doing?

I assume you are talking about barefoot Ben. IDK I havent talked to him in years.

Do you have any plans to collab with Sturgill? Loved your livestream at the Ryman btw, the shirt I got is now my favorite piece of clothing

I would love to collaborate with Sturgill. We've talked on instagram a few times but we're not close friends. I love everything he does.

BMFS my man!

So many Q's, but here's the one : When DEEP in a solo where you go mentally?

Do you have your phrases, scale shapes or notes reletive to key you consistently go to to launch from? OR Are you thinking about fishing while the subconscious does the playing?

Keen to know where yr head's at / what you thinking about when eyes are closed all hell is being released.

ps. Bring the boys to New Zealand one day!

I try to talk through my guitar, have a conversation with the audience.

Would you rather fight one Paul Hoffman sized duck, or one hundred duck sized Paul Hoffmans?

I think I could take the duck. Id have that fucker in a rear naked choke quick.

Do you recall visiting a guitar shop in Columbus Ohio a couple years ago and being given a Fuzz pedal in a Jar? That was me.

I had a bunch and noticed a few were acting up, just wondered if you ever messed with it and if it worked.

This has been bothering me for years.

Yes I remember walking into Double Bit Guitar Co. I still have that jar and it works just fine. Thanks again for your hospitality.

yo billy! you got a favorite dead show?

5/8/77

American Beauty or Workingman's Dead?

Workingman's Dead. That's a hard question, they are both so great.

Who would you like to play music with In the future, that you have not already played with?

Les Claypool

How do you think taking antidepressants would affect someone's guitar playing?

I take trintellix 20 mg as prescribed by my doctor and suggested by my therapist. Its helped me untangle the knot in my head.

Billy MF Strings!

Are there any old videos or recordings of you in your electric guitar metal-band days? Ever play any Sabbath these days for old times sake?

Search Youtube for "To Once Darkened Skys." Yes I do they are one of my favorite bands.

Hi Billy! As a lifelong bluegrass fan/player and deadhead I must say you are the perfect combination of style, skill, and just my absolute favorite. My question is (I know it’s hard): if you had to choose one Doc tune as your favorite to play- what would it be?

Black Mountain Rag

Jeff Austin, When and how did you first meet him? Did you two play music together right away? I appreciate you keeping him alive in terms of the music world. It is an honor to hear you play his songs. Thank you.

The first time I met him I think was in Baton Rouge when I was playing with Don Julin. We opened for JAB, back when Danny Barnes was in the band. He invited me on the bus to jam and was super kind and gracious and we've been friends ever since.

What is your dream venue to play at with a full capacity crowd?

Madison Square Garden

Hey Billy, where’d you get the idea to incorporate psychedelia in your bluegrass playing? Was it a gradual process or a conscious decision?

I grew up listening to Hendrix, the Beatles, the Doors and when I started hanging around greensky bluegrass I realized they were taking their music on a ride and it was really fun. In a way, they showed me how to have fun with the freedom in music.

But for a real question, if you could be in any other current band, what band would it be?

Widespread Panic

or Dead & Co.

Hey Billy, do you prefer to play shows stoned or sober?

Stoned

Hey man. I discovered you a few years ago, and you got me back into bluegrass- so thank you. I thought the way you were playing was impossible, and at first I didn't even try. Then last year I learned that you were born only 7 days before me. It made me think "I can do that, he's got a fuckin week on me tops, no excuses."

I've been working at it- hard. And I'm catching up, man. I don't know how, or when, but we'll pick together sometime. Seeing how you've got through to guys like Del, Sutton, Tommy Emmanuel- it's got me hopeful I can do the same with you. Keep me on your radar. Contact me. I know you're a busy guy, but to play in any capacity will be enough. Whatever the time or place- I'll be ready by the time you are.

I guess my question is- What do you think?

https://youtu.be/Oq0g-4S_u54

Hope to see you out there pal. Keep picking.

When and how did you meet Jarrod Walker?

We unfortunately had to part ways with our previous mando player and Royal suggested we bring out Jarrod. We flew him out the next day. His first show was the 8x10 in Baltimore.

Hi Billy, would you like to come fish the famous Rogue River in Oregon with us? Fishing, weed farm tours, and home cooked Appalachian food awaits 🥰

F***ing right

your guitar playing is amazing. are there any exercises you use or used to use to build up that kind of speed and accuracy?

I was very lucky to have started out really young playing with my dad. I pretty much played every day. I don't sit and practice scales, I just pick up my guitar and play. Ive been doing it for 24 years and Im 28. Just lots of practice man. Playing with other people is a good practice too. Try to fit into a musical group setting.

Billy man. I gotta know. When you slice your sandwich do you cut it down the middle or from the corner?

I eat that shit whole

Billy can you tell me of a good Vince Herman story?

We got pulled over the other day on the way to the lake. That was pretty funny. The cop probably thought he was my dad.

How awesome was it to play a show alongside Michael Cleveland? Both of you guys are so incredibly proficient at what you do. I was blown away by what I've seen of you together and hope to see it again!

I absolutely love playing with Michael. He's one of the best fiddle players Ive ever heard. And he's a sweet ass guy. I can't wait to jam with him some more.

Billy!

Fellow East Nashvillian here.

Just wanted to pop in and say thanks for ripping my face off during your set at Keeneland on a fistful of mushies. The energy at all of your shows is so palpable. Thank you for getting folks to dance again. Wishing there was a String the Halls 3 this year!

What is your favorite thing about living in Nashville? And your favorite place to eat? Any snacks/ food on the road that you have to get in certain towns? I've always been curious about the touring musicians diet

That I'm surrounded by amazing musicians. Arnold's in Nashville. Arthur Bryant's in Kansas City Missouri. And Gus's Fried Chicken in Memphis (Jeff Austin showed me that place). Also Red Iguana in SLC!

Hey Billy! Huge fan, Denver Ogden run was amazing!

What is the coolest story David Grisman has told you?

I was hanging at Dawgs house and we went into the basement where his studio is and I was showing him some of my new shit and he goes "do you want to hear how a real record is supposed to sound?" And then he pulls down the master reel from the Doc & Dawg sessions, puts it on the tape machine, and plays it thru the studio monitors. When the music started playing it was "Summertime" and it sounded better than real life. He told me that they just cut that after dinner one day, and I thought that was just so cool.

Do you smoke weed in the morning?

Right now I'm not even smoking at all, but usually its all day everyday.

Hey billy! Huge fan here. Just wanted to say thank you for your music and introducing me to so many greats. Doc Watson is now one of my all time favs. What are some of your biggest inspirations besides Doc?

Hope to see you live again soon!

Clarence White, Tony Rice, Norman Blake, Jimmy Hendrix, Tony Iommi

What are your thoughts on hanging out in parking lots with a bunch of freaky people?

I'm f*cking down.

Hi Billy! Do you dream every night? Do you have vivid dreams? Are there any recurring themes? Do you have any thoughts on what dreams mean?

Hope you are doing well. Stay safe out there

I have a lot to say on this topic. DM me on instagram.

Hope this comment finds you well!! First, I wanted to say I am a huge fan. I even got to see you at red rocks last year!! I listen to your music almost daily and it has had such an impact on my life - I’m not sure I could ever fully articulate it. Thank you so much for what you do.

Anyway, on to the question - please don’t feel pressured to answer if it’s too personal.

I have always loved the song “While I’m Waiting Here” from the Turmoil & Tinfoil album. It always seemed like such a personal story with so many intimate details.

Can you explain what the last verse means? I have always been very curious about the line, “they carried me away to a place where I’ll get older if I cannot prove to them you never died.”

Thanks again for doing this and everything you do! Can’t wait to see you again!

First of all, thank you so much. It means everything to me that you enjoy our music. When I wrote While Im Waiting here, I wrote the first couple of verses one day and then I set it down. And when I came back the next day to finish it, I wrote the last verse and I realized that this wasn't only a love song. Ive always believed that its up to the listener to interpret the meaning. But it sounds like homie is out of his mind or in denial about what actually went down.

What are your thoughts on playing larger venues as you grow in popularity? Do you see yourself playing arenas or amphitheaters eventually, or do you want to stay in medium sized halls like you've been doing? I'm torn because I want you to touch as many people as possible but I love the intimacy of smaller clubs.

Thank you so much for everything you do. Your music truly touches me in a magical way and I really do love it.

I wanna take this thing as high as I possibly can. Thanks for the love.

If ou could collab with anyone past or present who would it be? Ps. Come to the Netherlands when you are able to tour again 😁

Doc Watson

Hey Billy! We played together outside of TWest last September! What’s your biggest advice for a young musician looking to make there way into the modern bluegrass/jam grass world? I’m also Majoring in Bluegrass, Old-Time, and Country Music at East Tennessee State!

Leave your musical boundaries at the door.

Pipe, bong, or joint?

Bowl

I love hearing you talk about your playing and how it's grown over the years. Can you tell us about your singing and how it's developed? You pierce my soul with your VOICE. Thanks for always bringing it from EVERY angle! Love ya, Billy!

When I was in high school, I went to a party and I was singing songs around the bonfire and some kid who I assumed knew nothing about music told me he couldn't hear me and that the guitar was louder than my voice. That really stuck out to me, so ever since I decided to sing loud because it's a big world. I was probably 16 at the time.

Will you be doing any more drive-in shows in the near future?

Also please come to Texas 🙏

I'd love to, I just don't want to be gathering people at the moment. I just want everybody to stay safe so we can get past this thing.

Hey Billy, after seeing the picture together, I'm wondering...when can we expect a Post Malone collab?

I love Posty, he's the sweetest dude ever, and Im really glad we're buds. Id love to do something with him in the future.

Hey Billy, huge fan here. I play guitar with my mom and we’ve been really influenced by your music. Over the past year I’ve written a ton of songs, many of which are bluegrass oriented. Would you be willing to take a look at a couple of them, and if so, what’s the best way I can send you my stuff? In case you need enticing, one is a bit of a response to Watch it Fall! So much respect for you as a performer and songwriter. Thanks, Lucas

I'd love to hear it man, keep writing.

Hey Billy, wondering where you started with your tattoos and if you have one that stands out to you? keep killing the tunes man, big fan from Canada

Matthew Stafford gave me my first tattoo at Front St Tattoo in Traverse City, MI. My favorite one is a frog riding a turtle.

I saw you last November in Cambridge, MA and Mattie & Debbie opened up for you. Those guys were something else, at one point one of the guys was laying on the stage and then next thing they were headbanging and screaming. It was like an out of body experience. What was it like to share the stage with those legends?

We usually don't have openers but I really wanted to have these guys on the show. Stash is one of my favorite guitar players out there hes just so unconventional and he thinks outside of the box. I just f*cking love those guys.

Hi Billy! Thanks for doing the AMA. I have two questions.

My first question is about John Mailander. He is a superstar fiddler! I think you referred to him as the “unofficial fifth member of the band” at the NYE show in GR last year (awesome show!). Hypothetically, if Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers were to end, would you invite Mailander to officially become the fifth member of the band?

My second question is about Phish covers. On 01/23/20 you guys jammed Home of the Red Fox > Also Sprach Zarathustra at Mars Music Hall in Huntsville, AL. That was epic! To my knowledge, that was the one and only time you guys played Also Sprach Zarathustra. What’s the reason for shelving that one?

Im constantly thinking of ways to steal John from Bruce. But nothing has panned out yet. I don't know what Also Sprach Zarathustra is. It must have been a coincidence.

Billy!!! I can finally play through away from the mire. Thank you for introducing me to a whole different way of playing and a new genre of music.

Are you cookin up anything with post Malone?

Maybe ;)

I’ve seen pictures of you wearing metal shirts. I think bluegrass and metal share a lot of technical aspects in common. Did you ever play in any metal bands? How big has it been an influence on Billy Strings, and do the other members share that common interest?

I learned how to play music playing bluegrass. I learned how to perform in a metal band. I definitely torture the guys sometimes on the bus when Im blaring my death metal.

What is your greatest memory at a show you weren't performing in?

Seeing Doc Watson with my mom and dad.

Top 3 metal albums?

I highly recommend nocturnal by The Black Dahlia Murder if you haven’t heard it before.

Thanks for doing this.

John from St. Louis

None So Vile - Cryptopsy Planetary Duality - The Faceless Desperate Man's Diary - Glass Casket

Yooo!! When did you start fishing?

When I was about four years old with my dad on his bass tracker. He tied on a frog for me and taught me how to bounce it across the lily pads. It was fun, like playing with a toy.

1. How are you doing?

I listened to you on the Andy Frasco podcast and it really helped me with my own mental well-being but also how to help and approach others.

1. How do you and the guys bring covers into your performance/repertoire? I love how you guys can play everything from Cher to Townes to Jerry and make it your own!

Thank you for all the music and fun times!

I'm doing well thank you for asking. We just play songs that we like.

Hey Billy!

WHEN ARE WE GETTING THE BILLY STRINGS HEAVY METAL ALBUM?

Also thanks for making quarantine rock!

Can we hang out next time you're in NYC?

Thanks for everything!

I would love to do a metal album someday or at least jam with some of my old friends I used to play in a metal band with. Maybe we'll do a live show someday as To Once Darkened Skies. That shit would be sick. Sure just hit me up.

Will we ever see a collab with Marcus King?

You have.

Any plans to come to the Uk/Ireland? Never thought I would be interested in bluegrass music but you got me in hook line and sinker. Shredding on an acoustic is an outstanding skill!

I hope so, Ireland sure looks beautiful.

How did you and Posty met up? Please tell me you discussed about some type of collaboration. Thanks love you Billy. Come back to Indiana soon 💗

He sent me a message one day saying he was a big fan and it blew my mind.

How do you and the band decide what tunes you’ll play covers of for shows?? Your rendition of Willin’ was AWESOME!

We started doing this thing at the beginning of the year where we play a new cover each show. So before every show we have to learn a new song. I usually bring them to the table but other band members do too. I think Believe was Jarrod's idea.

I’m assuming you use a Blue chip pick? What size are you using. I’m about to buy one but I’m torn on making the jump from teardrop shape to triangle. Suggestions?

Ps. I’ve been through some real hard stuff in my life the last 18 mos. I’ll spare the sob story. But I picked up my guitar and dove HARD into flat picking. I got turned on to your music in March and I’ve listened to you everyday. You and your band really help my mind set with your music. I just wanted to say thanks.

TP48. And thank you so much man that means a lot.

Like many of us, you’ve been doing a lot of “remote work” with streaming shows, interviews, podcasts, etc. I’ve found that when I go back “on-site” to my work, I’m struggling to adjust back to things that were second-nature before the pandemic. When you go back to touring for in-person concerts, what do you feel will be the biggest adjustment you struggle with? Also, what would you tell someone who has only been to your streaming concerts to prepare for experiencing your music in-person? Thank you for the fantastic tunes, which have been a shining light in these crazy times and will for generations to come (my toddlers LOVE your music-my 4yo wants to know if you’ll ever make a dinosaur song).

Just being around a bunch of people. I miss that but it might be weird now that Ive been home for so long. You're going to make friends and smell some smells and feel some feels. You might be like sardines in a can but I hope you enjoy it. I better get on that dinosaur song right now!

Hey Billy are you thinking youll ever start your own festival? If so where? You should call it strings land if you do

I'd love to give back to my hometown Ionia Michigan. If I ever throw a festival, I'd like to have it there.

What’s up billy. I think Turmoil & Tinfoil is an incredibly composed music piece. What inspired that style? It’s so unique and original, and is obviously based in bluegrass roots.

Who were your inspirations that developed your music style?

I think that came from a mixture of being a bluegrass dude and playing in a metal band. I try to incorporate some of those demented chords.

What’s that little life hack you spoke of that Anders taught you???

If you go to a restaurant and you really want breakfast but they aren't serving breakfast, you order a BLT.

Who have you been listening to that's up and coming/undiscovered? Not necessarily bluegrass but any genre?

RMR and Cryptopsy

I know it's rough with covid now but any new projects in the works? New album or songs you're working on? Loved Home such a good album!

Yeah Ive been writing a bunch.

How did you first meet the guys from Greensky? Some of my favorite memories are the beer garden shows at Bells with you joining for the second set. Good times...

I met them at a Sam Porter event up in TC I believe was called Oktoberfest and the Grand Traverse Commons. I was hanging out with Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys who were opening the show. We all jammed before doors.

Firstly, how often are people surprised by your age?

Secondly, I happen to be a leather craftsman and would love to make you a belt or wallet if you're interested!

Third, who are some of the artists that design your posters? I love their work!

People often think Im younger than I am. Im 28 but I look like Im 12. I really want some leather pants like Jim Morrison. Ive had the same wallet since I was in 6th grade so... Half Hazard Press. Those guys are my jam.

Billy, who is your favorite artist outside of bluegrass?

Cryptopsy

Any chance of shows with one electric set and one bluegrass set in the future?

That would be dope.

At what age did you start writing your own songs, and how does the song writing process go for you? Like what mindset do you have to be in to write?

When I was a preteen I helped compose the songs in my metal band, but I never wrote lyrics. I wrote my first song with lyrics when I was 16. I usually procrastinate until I hate myself enough to squeeze out a song. And I have to be totally alone because Im embarrassed to write in front of anybody.

Hey Billy. Thanks for keeping us somewhat sane in a time of insanity!!

What song do you have stuck in your head right now?

On the Road by Post Malone

Hey Billy! Thanks for doing this. Do you find yourself utilizing cross picking, or alternate picking more in your playing style? And which would you recommend more to someone looking to improve flat picking in general.

Master both if you can. I do both.

Did all the hair shit posting on Facebook actually get to you or did you know it was a joke?

I dont know what you're talking about.

Hey Billy! First of all, I want to thank you for your music. I haven't felt like this since the passing of Jerry, and for that I thank you. Your music crosses so many generations. My granddaughter is 2 and when Billy comes on she's dancin'! I would love to see a children's bluegrass album from you! Any chance we might see one of those in the future? P.S. Please come back to Bean Blossom and see us sometime! <3

I love Doc Watson "Songs for Little Pickers" and Jerry and Dawgs "Not for Kids Only" I know a lot of songs like "Froggie Went A-Courtin" "Crawdad Hole" "Muskrat" and stuff like that. It's really fun to play those songs. You should check out "The Clouds are gwine to Roll Away" by Doc Watson. That's one of the best children's songs I know. Maybe someday.

Your posters have become quite popular. Do you collect all of them? Or if just a few, do you have a favorite?

We archive 1-2 of each poster. I really liked the recent Ryman poster because it has small mouth bass on it.

What video games have you been playing lately?

SkaterXL

Hey Billy, thanks for all the great music. Did your dad invent the harmony he sings on Little Cabin Home on the Hill? Do you have a favorite version of Last Train From Poor Valley?

We learned the harmony from Lester Flatt and Bill Monroe. Favorite version of Poor Valley is Norman and Nancy Blake "My Dear Old Southern Home Movie".

how'd the writing session go with Luke Combs? anything we can look forward to hearing soon?

We got two songs out of the deal. You'll know if he records them.

BILLY! We met last August at Hot August Music Festival. It was my birthday, and we got to chat a bit during the Pigeons set. After seeing you for the first time live, I was totally struck.

Can we look forward to any more live streams for the awful year of 2020?

Thanks for Streamin' Strings, Red Rocks and the Mother Church shows. Please stay safe, and keep being you. Also, what nail polish do you like? I'm trying to branch out and try new shit.

I hope so! And idk my girlfriend paints my nails.

Hey Billy appreciate everything that you, Jarrod, Royal, Billy, Andy and everyone involved do to give us one of the best experiences in music!

After seeing those Tennessee muskies caught on the fly, any plans to pick up fly fishing in the future?

No

Any possibility of a live album in the future?

Nothing planned, but absolutely it's possible. I love the WSP live albums they did with studio transitions. That shits badass.

Hey man, big fan! Your Red Rocks virtual concert remains the best live stream I’ve seen this year. (And I understand there’s an encore showing of it coming up!) Are there any talks of releasing it as a DVD/Blu-ray? It was such a well produced concert, with an absolutely killer performance by you and your band, I know there are many people, myself included, who would purchase a copy.

What's a DVD? ...JK No plans to do anything like that yet, but thanks for the suggestion.

How hard is too hard?

crack rock

Have you ever considered playing a show without a set list and instead allowing the music to just "go where it will"?

Fuck yeah we've done that a few times when I was squeezed on time and stressing. I was like "sorry dudes we're just gonna wing it tonight"

Are there any instruments you've never picked up that you'd like to learn to play?

Sitar

Do you do any hand/finger stretches or exercises to keep things nimble? Any suggestions?

My shit's always sore. I'm always trying to stretch and get massages and acupuncture regularly. I also take tumeric and it helps keep me loosened up. And also just trying to learn how to play with better technique constantly. It's like a zen thing. The art of playing without fighting.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10220356519037658&id=1070352490&comment_id=10220361659566168&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&notif_id=1605747669861919&ref=m_notif Hey Billy, if this cover of Watch it Fall is accessible, could you give a listen and offer some words of encouragement for a young dude, love you so much Billy Strings!

I'll check it out. Thanks man.

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

15 lb blue cat

Do you still have/play that D-18? The one from the living room performance with barefoot ben

That thing is in the Country Music Hall of Fame at the moment.

Who is on your bucket list to collab with?

Les Claypool

Any thoughts on rosewood vs mahogany? It sounds like mahogany was your goto for a while but now you're on RW guitars for the most part.

Yeah I used to love mahogany and I still do, but I fell in love with the bass response of rosewood. When you listen to Tony Rice recordings, his guitar sounds so deep and at some point, I started trying to get that sound a little bit more than the pointy sharp tone of mahogany. However, in an acoustic jam setting, I'd rather have mahogany because it will cut through the mix over a banjo and fiddle a little better than rosewood.

In your early years did you consciously think about pick angle as a technical consideration?

No, I just looked at my dad's hands while he played and tried to make mine look the same.

Will you be doing anymore Bob Dylan covers?

Guaranteed

Whoa! I love your Red Rocks footage on youtube. I found you while going down a psychedelic rock rabbit hole and some of your music videos lead me to believe you're probably a fan of psychedelic substances. Whats your favorite experience while on them?

Just listen to Spinning

How much formal training have you had on the guitar/music in general?

Also, how much, if at all, would you recommend it?

My dad taught me G, C and D and gave me a capo. The rest has been by ear.

I have been wondering what is the make and model of the open back banjo that you play on stage? Thanks and happy thanksgiving😎🪕🍂🍁🦃

It's a Bart Reiter standard.

What lesser known band or group can you recommend to us?

Cane Mill Road

Hey Billy! You done anything new to that '66 Chevelle you got? Or what's a car that you ultimately wish you had?

Getting ready to do a disk break conversion on it. The last thing I did was the EFI.

HEY BILLY! huge fan buddy and im beyond proud that such an amazing talent is from my home state! what would you like to do for a job/career if you didn't play guitar?

Pro bass fisherman or auto mechanic.

Been working on turning my 14' jon boat into a decked out bass boat and trying to think of a good question to ask.

what's your PB smallie & large mouth and in what state were they caught?

what species are on your bucket list?

and did y'all really hop on a train for the watch it fall video??

I love jon boat conversions, that would be badass. I would say my best bass either largemouth or small mouth is under 5 pounds. Ive never caught a huge toad yet. I really wanna land a tarpon. We didn't but the guys who filmed it did.

What's the funniest thing you ever did on mushrooms?

Staring at the political map in my high school classroom, about 6 inches away. My teacher was like WTF.

Hey Billy! Long time listener, first time caller. Thank you for doing these shows during this crazy time. I can speak for the masses when I say these shows have helped us and gave us all a little bit of normalcy. Since you've been touring have you had a chance to see any live concerts yourself or is it too difficult with all the traveling? Also, please keep the Clyde in Fort Wayne, IN on the list when we get back to having shows! Thanks brother!

Thats one of my favorite parts about playing music festivals, that we get to see other bands. Especially bigger festivals like ACL music festival and Bonnaroo and stuff because I get to see a lot of different bands... like I saw Rosalia at ACL and Widespread Panic at 420 fest and Claypool and Lennon at Hangtown.

Hi Billy! Love seeing you play and your Delfest late night 2019 is one of my favorite concerts ever! I also love seeing you sit in with other musicians! Who was your favorite artist/band to sit in with? And who was the favorite that came to play with your band?

Widespread Panic was really fun to play with. F*cking love those guys. What an honor to be asked to play with them. My favorite guest with our band was probably Jack Pearson. He's such a badass. His tone makes my toes curl.

What kind of fish would you be?

Largemouth bass

What is your process for writing lyrics ?

I usually come up with a melody and then try to imagine what those notes make me feel.

Hey, thanks for doing this!

What was it like getting to play on stage with your dad?

Its always really special to play with him anytime, but to be able to take him on the road and show people how badass he is was really great for me. He taught me everything I know and I just f*cking love him ya know.

You give to a lot of charitable organizations. What inspired you to do that? Did you/do you volunteer to help those in need in person at times too?

I've been lucky and fortunate and I want to give back. I hate seeing people go without. No matter who you are, if theres any way I can help you Im gonna do that.

Hey man , when the U.S and Canadian borders open up , do you have plans on performing in Canada , Nova Scotia to be more specific ?

I've always wanted to come play in Canada. I got in trouble back in the day that held me back from crossing the border. I think I'm past that now. So hopefully when the world opens back up we'll be up there to see ya.