Gary Clark Jr.Every podcast appearance, updated as new ones drop

Johnny Radelat has been touring and recording with Gary Clark Jr. since 2012. Born to Cuban immigrants in Jersey City N.J., Johnny came of age in Miami, FL, and currently resides in Austin TX. Prior to teaming up with Gary Clark Jr, he honed the skills and subtleties of playing/touring with reggae, R&B, soul, and Funk bands, while still embracing a bombastic/caveman-ish approach to drumming. In this episode, Johnny talks about * Guesting for a week with the 8G Band on Late Night with Seth Meyers* What attracted him to Austin after getting his start in Florida* How Austin supports musicians in tangible ways (healthcare, etc.)* The first gigs he played in Austin, and how they challenged him* How moving to Austin and playing with Gary changed his approach* Gary’s esoteric way of expressing what he needs from Johnny * How “dancing” behind the drums can reinforce your feel Johnny endorses Gretsch drums, Sabian cymbals, Promark sticks, and Evans drumheads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bluesman Gary Clark Jr. has a hot new album out called “This Land” that bends genres and confronts racism. He came by my NYC apartment to tell us all about it. He also tuned up my Stratocaster and even helped us through some “Touchy Subjects” such as whether or not Michael Jackson should be kicked out of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Of course it all winds down with Gary accompanying me for a special mafia themed “Roast In Peace”. Life is hard but we’re getting through it together. Make sure to send your feedback to thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com and follow us on instagram @thickskinwithjeffross @therealjeffreyross @garyclarkjr @eddietunes Additional material by Kevin Schini, Ed Larson Theme song by Kii Arens