Tuna on Toast with Stryker

Tuna of Toast w Sum 41 Deryck Whibley

In this episode of Tuna on Toast, Stryker welcomes Deryck Whibley, frontman of Sum 41. The guys discuss some of Deryck’s earliest influences, including how the Sex Pistols, NOFX, and Pennywise influenced his career. He also looks back at the bidding war that surrounded Sum 41, and the way things took off for the band when “Fat Lip” became a massive hit. Deryck explains why an MTV performance alongside Tommy Lee from Motley Crue and Rob Halford of Judas Priest was one of the most important moments in his career. He also discusses the pressure he was put under when creating Sum 41’s sophomore album, a process he describes as “tortuous.” Deryck gives Stryker an update on Sum 41’s upcoming double album, Heaven and Hell. Will it arrive this year? Listen and find out. Subscribe to Tuna on Toast, follow us on socials, spread the word to your friends – and thank you for the support!

Tuna on Toast w Michigander Jason Singer

Please welcome to the Tuna on Toast with Stryker podcast, the very talented Michigander (Jason Singer).

Michigander and Stryker cover a lot of ground in this very fun episode. They talk about the new EP titled It Will Never Be the Same as well as what is was like collaborating with Chris Corrabba from Dashboard Confessional and how the Manchester Orchestra collab came to be.

The guys also chat about Michigander breaking his leg in three places while filming a music video to how his wife was severely injured in a terrible accident. 

From starting his career and love of music in a small town called Midland (Michigan), to playing covers in bars, to getting signed, Michigander has accomplished so much and sky is the limit!  Thank YOU Jason Singers aka Michigander for stopping by and thanks to you for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast. Spread the word! 

 

 

Tuna on Toast w Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance & L.S. Dunes)

Ted Stryker welcomes to Tuna on Toast, the super talented Frank Iero!

Frank, as you know, is a member of My Chemical Romance as well as the SUPER GROUP L.S. Dunes!

L.S. Dunes features Anthony Green, Travis Stever, Tim Payne and Tucker Rule. Their full length album titled "Past Lives" is now available!  It's an awesome 11 songs!

Frank and Stryker discuss playing The Troubadour, Frank at one point thought The Troubadour was his kryptonite. The guys also talk about recording the L.S. Dunes album and Frank getting severely injured falling off a ladder that could have been way worse than it actually was (and it already was bad)

The guys talk about how playing music with friends is not always easy. 

Frank shares how well bands like Underoath treated My Chemical Romance when they were a younger band.  He also gives love to Face to Face and Green Day. 

Frank tells Stryker how the My Chemical Romance song Foundations of Decay" came to be.

Frank Iero is so talented with a creative drive that is inspiring.  I'm super appreciative we got to spend some time talking.  Thank you, Frank!

And thanks to you for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast with Stryker! Spread the word! 

Tuna on Toast w Dustin Kensrue THRICE

In this episode of Tuna on Toast, Ted Stryker welcomes the frontman from the great band, Thrice, Dustin Kensrue.

They guys talk about celebrating the 20th anniversary of the album "The Artist in the Ambulance" and the Revisited album that is now available right now.

Dustin and Stryker talk about the early years of Thrice, growing up in Irvine, and working at Green Fly.

The guys chat about Thrice signing to a major label and what that process was like. 

Dustin reveals HIS favorite Thrice albums of all time!   They also talk about hearing their song on the radio and walking the fine line between being nostalgic and and relying on the good ol days.

Dustin and the guys from Thrice are so talented and deserve all the credit in the world.

Thank you for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast and please spread the word!

 

Tuna on Toast w Gavin Rossdale (BUSH)

In this episode, Ted Stryker welcomes the talented frontman of the band Bush, Gavin Rossdale.

The new BUSH album is titled THE ART OF SURVIVAL.

Gavin and Stryker talk about the history of his band......The influence of the Seattle grunge scene..Life as rockstar and a Dad....The guys also talk about Bush getting their first record deal with Trauma Records and a whole lot more! 

Gavin is a great guy!  Make sure to see Bush on the road when they come to your city.  Thank you, Gavin!  And thanks to you for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast with Stryker.

Tuna on Toast w Pete Wentz Fall Out Boy

Ted Stryker welcomes the incredibly talented Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy to Tuna on Toast!

Fall Out Boy release their new album "So Much (for) Stardust on March 24th, 2023.  As we sit here today (March 2), the band has the number one song in the country with "Love From the Other Side".  Their very first number 1!!  The guys discuss what was the inspiration for the song...Pete also explains why not going back to the well of what Fall Out Boy created 15-20 years ago was so important when making the new album.  He did not want a retread.

Pete talks about all the rejection letters FOB received from record labels all those years ago before the release of "Take This to Your Grave".  Pete recalls a show in Wisconsin when his current manager Bob McLynn was at that show and saw that rawness and spark!  

Pete tells the story of how he (Pete) signed Panic! At the Disco and the messages he received from Ryan Ross and Brendon Urie.

Pete mentions the "magic" that Turnstile has as well has Lana Del Rey and Lorde!

Stryker and Pete talk about how Tim McIlrath from Rise Against is like his brother and that they were in many bands together growing up. 

Pete shares that he really wants the young artists out there to break through.

It was such a treat to chat with Pete Wentz, he's a huge talent and a really good dude (I'll see about his golf game in person) 

Make sure to find FOB on their huge world tour!  Thanks for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast! 

 

Tuna on Toast with White Reaper - Tony Esposito

Here we go!  So excited to welcome to the show, from the awesome band White Reaper, Tony Esposito.

Stryker and Tony discuss all things White Reaper including...

The making of the new album "Asking for a Ride" and the difficulties in completing their 4th full length.  Tony also tells Stryker how the song "Pages" came together. They also talk about the journey from when their debut album was released released in 2015...to the "The Worlds Best American Band" to "You Deserve Love" in 2019. 

The guys talk about how finally White Reaper got to tour with Pearl Jam, post show hangouts with Eddie Vedder, and the excitement of the upcoming White Reaper headlining tour.

Tony talks to Stryker about his surprise when "Might be Right" hit number one on radio.

White Reaper are one of my favorite bands, make sure to do that deep dive on all their songs and find them on the road! 

Tuna on Toast with Andrew McMahon (...in the Wilderness, Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin)

In this episode, Ted Stryker welcomes Andrew McMahon to the Tuna on Toast podcast studio.

Andrew tells Stryker all about Something Corporate getting the offer to play the When We Were Young Music Festival 2023 in Las Vegas and how that went down.

Andrew and Stryker chat about life in the 90's at Dana Hills High School and how Something Corporate came to be. 

Andrew tells Stryker all about selling out the Coachhouse music venue while in high school, recording the album Ready...Break at The Galaxy in the middle of the night, and, signing a deal with Drive-Thru Records and MCA. 

The guys talk about the song "If U C Jordan" getting radio play and Andrew hearing Stryker on the radio talk up the song! 

Andrew reveals how and why Jack's Mannequin started and how he was able to get out of his Geffen record deal.  Once he was free from that, Andrew signed with Guy Oseary and Maverick Records. 

Andrew talks to Stryker about getting diagnosed with cancer and the fight it took to beat it.

The guys chat all about Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness!

Stryker asks Andrew about his music collaboration with Tom Morello and the song "The Maze" and Stryker and Andrew chat about his relationship with the great drummer Tommy Lee from Motley Crue and how and why that relationship came to be. 

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness has released a few new songs including "Stars" which can be heard on the syndicated radio show "Out of Order with Stryker".

Lots of new music is on the way.

Andrew is such a talented guy, make sure you check out all his new material and find him on the road! Thank you once again for watching and listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast! 

Tuan on Toast w Dirty Heads Jared Watson

In this episode of Tuna on Toast, Ted Stryker welcomes Jared Watson from Dirty Heads to the show. Dirty Heads just released their ninth full length studio album titled Midnight Control produced by Ryan Ogren.  

Jared and Stryker first connected long before the first Dirty Heads album was released.  The guys chat about a fun night on the Sunset Strip with M. Shadows and The Rev from Avenged Sevenfold.

Jared tells Stryker about how back in high school, both he and Duddy B would write rhymes....fun, funny, offensive rhymes.  That lead to the guys writing their own original songs like "Antelope" and "I Got No Time".  

Jared gives so much love and props to the Beastie Boys, Pharcyde and Linkin Park!  

The guys chat about what actually IS success....

Jared tells Stryker the band talks about how they can improve after every show. These guys care! It's so cool to hear how dedicated they are as a band to the craft! 

Stryker and Jared discuss "Life's Been Good", the Dirty Heads cover of the Joe Walsh song. 

The guys play a game of "Dirty Heads" Jeopardy.

Jared tells Stryker he's a huge Incubus fan!

Jared conveys to Stryker that the new album Midnight Control is their best material, best album since Any Port in a Storm.

Jared talks about his new vocal coach and the training involved plus applying it to the live show. 

Stryker asks Jared about the song "Vacation" going viral on TikTok. 

Jared also shares that each band member now has responsibilities within the band. 

Stryker asks Jared about the most expensive music videos Dirty Heads have created.....

Stryker and Jared discuss the early shows at The Roxy and how Duddy would pack up party buses and fill up The Roxy with friends and fans from Huntington Beach!  This led to the guys signing with their manager "Cheese"......who is still their manager. 

Jared and Stryker chat about Dirty Heads getting signed to Warner Bros. Records and also getting dropped by them, but...the good folks at WBR let Dirty Heads keep their master recordings! 

Jared Watson is one talented and dedicated dude! Thank you so much for watching and listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast with Stryker.

Tuna on Toast with Silversun Pickups - Brian Aubert

In this Tuna on Toast Podcast episode, Ted Stryker welcomes the very funny and talented Brian Aubert from Silversun Pickups. SSPU release their 6th full length album titled Physical Thrills on August 19th. Brian talks to Stryker about working once again with the legend himself Butch Vig! This episode is filled with so many random and funny weird conversations..From Brady Bunch Trivia to discussing the movie Jaws, Godzilla, Universal Studios and the Fast and Furious franchise. Brian tells Stryker that The Rock IS the reason why those Fast movies are so good! Brian and Stryker discuss Silversun Pickups history, from the early shows in Los Angeles, to getting signed by Q Prime Artist Management and all the fun stories that go with it. The guys also talk about Kate Bush and Stranger Things, SSPU has been playing "Running up that Hill" pre-show for a while. Brian also tells Stryker about the email he sent to Ed O'Brien from Radiohead to tell him how much he appreciates Radiohead and the EOB guitar that he's been using. Ed wrote Brian back!  Brian Aubert is a talented, fun, self aware and cool warm gentlemen.  Thank you for listening to another episode of Tuna on Toast with Stryker.