John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist and founding member of the Christian rock band Skillet.  They have a new album "Revolution" out on November 1st and will be on tour with Seether.  We discuss the new album, moving from a major label to an independent, mental health in America, freedom, Linkin Park's new singer and more!

0:00:00 - Intro
0:00:12 - Production & Collaboration on New Album
0:04:14 - Independent Release & Creative Freedom
0:06:08 - Challenges & Benefits of Independent Music
0:13:44 - Touring & Relationships with Non-Christian Bands
0:15:43 - The Role of Music in Bridging Differences & Tolerance
0:26:30 - Who You Want to Listen to Your Music & Politics
0:29:00 - Christians Faith, Making Mistakes & Forgiving
0:35:10 - Celebrities, Politicians, Material World & Perfection
0:37:43 - Revolution Album Themes, Loneliness & Mental Health
0:42:30 - Physical Health, Freedom Movement & Principles
0:48:00 - Traveling to Russia & Other Countries Vs. America
0:51:05 - Homeless, Drug Addiction, Helping People & Solutions
0:57:20 - Freedom, Philosophy, Euthanasia & Pursuing Life
1:01:55 - Barna Research, Depression, Truths & Reality
1:06:05 - Skillet's Music Saving Lives
1:08:55 - Touring with a Variety of Bands & Shows
1:10:40 - Rescue the Republic Show
1:13:10 - Linkin Park & Replacing Singer
1:17:00 - New Album, Principles & Supporting 
1:18:49 - Outro

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https://www.skillet.com/

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