The Candid Mic With Fran Strine
The Candid Mic With Fran Strine
Podcast Description
The podcast centers around engaging and unconventional interviews with creatives, including artists, musicians, filmmakers, and more. It goes beyond the typical Q&A, offering insightful, lighthearted, and entertaining conversations that reveal unique perspectives and untold stories.
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Content Themes
Main topics in The Candid Mic revolve around creativity, artistry, and the personal journeys of various industry professionals. Examples of specific episodes include deep dives into the motivations behind artists' creations, as showcased in the interview with Gregory Malphurs, and behind-the-scenes insights from musicians like Herman Li of DragonForce, who shares how their iconic hit has transformed over time. The podcast also focuses on themes of inspiration, the evolution of music, and the artistic process, providing listeners with rich narratives.

The podcast centers around engaging and unconventional interviews with creatives, including artists, musicians, filmmakers, and more. It goes beyond the typical Q&A, offering insightful, lighthearted, and entertaining conversations that reveal unique perspectives and untold stories.
Metal guitar legend Phil Demmel joins the podcast for an epic deep dive into his career. From shredding with Vio-lence and delivering crushing riffs in Machine Head, to earning the reputation as the go-to guitarist in emergency situations, Phil has literally saved the show for some of metal’s biggest bands. 🤘
🔥 In this episode:
- The wild moment Phil learned he was joining Kerry King’s new band—at a Raiders game! 🏈
- His iconic eras with Vio-lence and Machine Head
- How he became the first-call guitarist when major bands need a hero
- Inside the design and power of the Phil Demmel Signature Jackson King V
Whether you’re a thrash metal fan, a guitar gearhead, or just love behind-the-scenes rock stories, this interview is packed with riffs, road tales, and pure heavy-metal history.
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