In this episode, Pipeman sits down with Bobby Landgraf from Corrosion of Conformity at the Aftershock festival. They dive into the band’s evolving sound, band dynamics, memorable moments from the road, and upcoming tours. The conversation explores the enduring appeal of COC, artist collaborations, the personal journeys that led to music, and life as a touring musician.Main Topics Covered
Early days of Corrosion of Conformity and crossover punk/metal shows
Dynamics of joining an established band
Importance of personal chemistry in band success
The creative process and making the latest double album
Notable memories touring with iconic bands
Musical influences and the journey into music
Festival experiences and treatment of artists
Upcoming COC tours and collaborations with other bands
Key Discussions & StoriesThe Origins of COC's Crossover Sound
Pipeman reminisces about one of the first crossover shows, blending punk and metal audiences (00:42)
Bobby Landgraf recalls the "United Forces" era and COC’s hardcore punk beginnings (00:55)
Joining Corrosion of Conformity
Bobby Landgraf discusses working with Pepper Keenan in Down and transitioning to COC (01:16)
Talks about the importance of chemistry with bandmates for longevity (01:38, 02:12)
New Album & Creative Process
The new double album is described as a "best-of" from all the eras of COC (02:52)
The band's ability to explore uncharted musical "planets" thanks to versatile drummer Stanton Moore (03:37)
Maintaining excitement and motivation by creating novel music (03:55)
Memorable Tour Stories
Bobby Landgraf's favorite memory: touring with Down, watching Ronnie James Dio and Black Sabbath with Pepper Keenan (05:08)
Touring with COC and supporting acts like Judas Priest and Alice Cooper, and feeling like a teenager again on tour (06:27)
On Balancing Multiple Bands
Discussion of Pepper Keenan’s dual role in COC and Down, the mental gear shifting required, and handling stress (09:12, 09:27)
Upcoming Festival: NOLA
Bobby Landgraf teases a massive festival in New Orleans, featuring Crowbar, Eyehategod, Down, COC, Pantera, and Black Label (10:56)
Musical Beginnings
Bobby Landgraf recalls hearing ZZ Top’s "Tush" on the radio and being inspired to play guitar (11:38)
Touring & Upcoming Dates
November tour with The Sword (13:01)
January in Australia with Clutch, followed by a March US tour (13:08)
Notable Quotes
"If you’re not gelling with your bandmates and you’re not on the same page, it’s kind of hard to please us." — Pipeman (01:40)
"People have been coming back and telling us that this record is almost like a best-of record from all the seasons of Corrosion of Conformity." — Bobby Landgraf (02:52)
"If it’s what you love to do, it’s not hard, right?" — Bobby Landgraf (09:05)
"Music is one thing, but living together is the other. So they’re all moving parts." — Bobby Landgraf (08:41)
"All I ever wanted to do was just learn how to play that. So once I learned how to play that, I thought I was some pretty king shit." — Bobby Landgraf (11:47)
Resources & Links Mentioned
Upcoming NOLA Festival: Features Crowbar, I Hate God, Down, COC, Pantera, Black Label (10:56). Recommendation to look it up for more information.
Tours: November tour with The Sword, January Australia tour with Clutch, March US tour with Clutch (13:01)
W4CY Radio: Show produced by W4CY Radio
Mentioned festivals: Louder Than Life, Aftershock, Incarceration at Shawshank Prison
Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour.
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