It's 1 Louder

Mar 25 2024
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This podcast is for the more-than-casual rock fan or rock guitar slinger interested in diving deeper into the world of our favourite rockstars, rock bands and guitar players through magazine article review and commentary, PJ Pat's concert and music reviews (and rants) and stories from his perspective as a passionate rock, hard rock and heavy metal fan and guitar player. 

Connect with PJ Pat at  linktr.ee/Its1Louder or the socials below:

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Q & A with Mike McCready in Guitar World Magazine

Mar 25 2024 15 mins  
Q&AMIKE McCREADY"The Pearl Jam guitarist on smashed Stratocasters, screaming solos, and why his band need their "asses kicked".Interview: Henry YatesDigital painting by John Gallego. https://jbgallego.comNarrated and commented on by PJ Pat. I've been a big fan of Pearl Jam and, by default, Mike McCready since day 1. I'd say he's the one guitarist

Interview with Great Van Fleet's Guitarist in Guitarist Magazine

Mar 18 2024 16 mins  
"With red-raw third album, STARCATCHER, rated as the old-soul Michigan rockers' best, Jake Kiszka reflects on banning stacks from the studio, shaking off those Zeppelin comparisons, and the "warfare" with his sibling bandmates back in the family garage."Words: Henry YatesPortrait Photography: Paige SaraArticle from Guitarist magazine.To see visuals of this p

Ex-Megadeth's David Ellefson's Life Lessons

Mar 12 2024 12 mins  
"LIFE LESSONS: DAVID ELLEFSON.The ex-Megadeth bassist talks about addiction, his sex scandal, and starting afresh in the new death metal band, Dieth."Words: Matt Mills/ Pictures: Maciej PielochArticle from Metal Hammer magazine. Narrated and commented on by PJ Pat on the It's 1 Louder podcast. If you want to support the channel and also love wearing rock ’n’ roll

Hanabie. Best All-Female Japanese Metal Band Out There Now.

Mar 04 2024 19 mins  
Article from Metal Hammer magazine. "This is Harajuku-coreBrash, bold, colourful and chaotic - enter the world of Hanabie, Japan's most exhilarating new metal hopes."Words: Paul BranniganPictures: Genki ItoThis was a super fun one! Especially because I recently discovered this amazing, crazy band so was keen to get to know them even more. Support the Show.If you want

Powertrip Festival Highlights

Feb 26 2024 14 mins  
Article from Classic Rock Magazine:"10 Reasons Why POWERTRIP Was the Gig of the Year"An almighty gamble but one that paid off in spades, PowerTrip was held on the site of Coachella in the Californian desert and saw the planet's cream of rock and metal go hard.Words Rich HobsonI had a blast reading and commenting on this one. Hope you have just as much fun listening to

Billy Gibbons' Career in 5 Songs

Feb 19 2024 16 mins  
Thanks for listening. It’s very much appreciated. Article is from GUITAR PLAYER MAGAZINE January 2024 issue. MY CAREER IN FIVE SONGS“La Grange” aside, these are the songs Billy F. Gibbons considers among his finest achievements.Written by Mark McSteaBilly Gibbons, the legendary guitarist and vocalist of ZZ Top, has left an indelible mark on the music world with his soulful bl

Rare Martin Guitars in 2024

Feb 14 2024 9 mins  
Article is from GUITAR WORLD magazine."NAMM 2024: Martin's 2024 limited-edition collection brings Bitcoin back, drops a $50K anniversary guitar and partners with a prestigious watchmaker - to celebrate a train."By Matt Owen, published January 23, 2024.I finally launched my rock clothing merch! If you dig it and want to support me, use this link to get a 15% discount t

Sleep Token: Hottest Band in Metal

Feb 12 2024 11 mins  
SLEEPING GIANTS"They're heavy music's latest masked mavericks, and now they've sold out Wembley Arena. But who exactly are Sleep Token? We chart the rise and rise of metal's hottest new band."Words: Merlin AldersladeArt and time lapse video by Luke Phillips (see YouTube channel @rockwithpjpat. Click the PODCAST Tab)Narrated and comments by PJ PatFormed in

Martin OM Biosphere Acoustic Guitar. Guitar Player's Magazine's "Editors' Pick". Specs and Review.

Feb 05 2024 10 mins  
PJ Pat comments and reads a review of the Martin OM Biosphere by Jimmy Leslie from Guitar Player Magazine on the It's 1 Louder Podcast.Support the Show.If you want to support the channel and, at the same time, like rock ’n’ roll fashion, check out https://its1louder.com/Would LOVE to connect with you. Please reach out on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockwithpjpat/Yo

Inverted Crosses in Heavy Metal

Jan 29 2024 4 mins  
No heavy metal collection is spared from inverted crosses. A staple in many album covers. Listen to this to find out who the originators are and which bands took it to the next level...Support the Show.If you want to support the channel and, at the same time, like rock ’n’ roll fashion, check out https://its1louder.com/Would LOVE to connect with you. Please reach out on:Instagr