Tuna on Toast with Stryker Tuna on Toast w Alex Gaskarth - All Time Low
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Jun 13, 2023 
In a lively chat, Alex Gaskarth, lead vocalist of All Time Low, shares how he first picked up the guitar with a Green Day song. He dives into the band's origins, the magic of forming deep connections with fans, and the impactful experience of Warped Tour. Alex reflects on the evolution of their music, including his collaboration with Mark Hoppus in Simple Creatures, revealing insights about their creative process. He also talks about the lessons learned from early rejections and the resilience it took to rise to success.
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New Music Validates Evolution
- Alex says performing new songs sung back by the crowd reassures him they're not just a nostalgia act.
- Hearing people sing new material proves evolution still connects with fans.
Vinyl As The Art Canvas
- Alex describes vinyl as the primary canvas for album artwork in the streaming era.
- He digitized extras and used QR codes to deliver thank-yous and a digital booklet alongside vinyl.
Plan Vinyl Months Ahead
- Treat vinyl production lead times as part of release planning and order months ahead.
- Alex warns that vinyl shortages and shipping can push timelines to four to six months.