

Drinks With Johnny
Johnny Christ & Sound Talent Media, Bleav
After touring the world with Avenged Sevenfold for 20 years, Johnny Christ sits down to have conversations with some old friends, some new friends, and people of all different walks of life to hear the stories that shaped their lives and careers.
The truth is, we never really know where these conversations are going to go. Sometimes we play a game for some less than thrilling penalties, get lost in the middle of LA, and even just kick back to celebrate a holiday or two.
Sometimes we drink, other times we don’t drink at all. From cocktails to health shakes, the drink is just a nice icebreaker to loosen up our guests for the wild ride they’re about to embark upon. Whatever it is you're looking for, we're sure to have it on the menu here at Drinks With Johnny.
So stay tuned, stay thirsty, and stay FILTHY AF!
The truth is, we never really know where these conversations are going to go. Sometimes we play a game for some less than thrilling penalties, get lost in the middle of LA, and even just kick back to celebrate a holiday or two.
Sometimes we drink, other times we don’t drink at all. From cocktails to health shakes, the drink is just a nice icebreaker to loosen up our guests for the wild ride they’re about to embark upon. Whatever it is you're looking for, we're sure to have it on the menu here at Drinks With Johnny.
So stay tuned, stay thirsty, and stay FILTHY AF!
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Apr 4, 2022 • 1h 19min
On the Highway to Hell with Dean Delray
We’re back in black and on the highway to hell with this week’s guest, Dean Delray! The multitalented actor, musician, and comedian gives us an inside look into his life, and how he ended up in the world of comedy. We get into Dean’s past as a touring musician, and how he continues to fuel his musical fire with a Bon Scott tribute band. Dean also reveals what is was like to host the first podcast to ever feature AC/DC as guests. We also learn on this episode:
What it’s like to open up for Metallica
If Bon Scott actually wrote Back in Black
How Dean ended up on tour with Bill Burr
Why you should listen to Let There Be Talk
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Mar 31, 2022 • 16min
Still Shredding with Sophie Lloyd
Sophie Lloyd, an acclaimed guitarist known for her shredding skills and popular YouTube channel, dives into her experiences at Download Festival and the fun of getting tipsy. She shares her exciting plans for an upcoming U.S. trip, including the potential to attend a Halloween Bash. The conversation also touches on her album in the making, the chaos of moving while crafting new music, and playful discussions about astrological quirks and creative brainstorming for album artwork.

Mar 28, 2022 • 1h 17min
Shredding It Up with Sophie Lloyd
Sophie Lloyd, a social media sensation and cyber shredder known for her incredible guitar skills, shares her recent experiences in the U.S., from Taco Bell to meeting Trivium's Matt Heafy for her debut album collaboration. She dives into her musical influences and reflects on ghostly childhood encounters. The conversation takes a delightful turn with her favorite horror flicks and a raw joke that you'll want to share. Plus, Sophie debates the merits of music school and enlightens listeners on the realities of tour life post-pandemic.

Mar 21, 2022 • 1h 39min
Cam Rackam Reveals He is Banksy
Mama we made it! Somehow, someway, we actually made it to 100 EPISODES of Drinks With Johnny, and there’s no one better to celebrate with than longtime friend of the show, Cam Rackam. Johnny and Cam stir up a couple Negronis before sitting down to reflect on their history together.Cam recalls the first time ever meeting Johnny, and reveals why Johnny has absolutely no recollection of that occurrence. We get an inside look at Cam’s history with the Avenged Sevenfold crew, and how a group of friends from Orange Country were able to all launch successful careers for themselves. Johnny and Cam share some of their favorite experiences from the road together, including a shoeless night at a strip club!We also learn on this episode:
What it was like to live with Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan
How Cam got into the world of NFTs
Why painting can be a lonely passion
If Cam actually watches Drinks With Johnny
Plus we get an exclusive look at a (very painful) game invented by Cam, The Rev, and Johnny!Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Mar 17, 2022 • 30min
Does Ted Stryker Really Have a Tail?!
After searching through our recent guest's Wikipedia page, we discovered some wildly interesting facts about the voice of Los Angeles, Ted Stryker. Johnny flips the script on Ted, and asks the hard hitting questions...
Does Ted Stryker really have a tail?
Did Ted really take his name from a movie?
Can Ted really talk backwards?
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Mar 14, 2022 • 1h 10min
Gimlets & Good Times with Ted Stryker
It’s time for some tuna on toa….wait a minute, wrong show! This week we’re joined by longtime Los Angeles radio personality, host of Tuna on Toast, and close friend to the band - Ted Stryker. Johnny and Ted make a couple of gimlets before sitting down to discuss the impact that Ted had on the legacy of Avenged Sevenfold.Johnny and Ted both recall the day that Bat Country was first played over the radio waves at KROQ. Ted reflects back on his multi-decade spanning career as a disk jockey, and recalls some of his most memorable interviews… including the time he had a 5-star interview with Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello, and FORGOT TO HIT THE RECORD BUTTON!We also learn on this episode: If Ted ever hung out with Ellen DeGeneres while working on her showWhat is was like to work on the set of Grandma’s Boy with Adam SandlerHow much research goes into working the red carpet at the GrammysWhy NOFX is considered to be The Beatles of punk rockBecome a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Mar 10, 2022 • 24min
Chris DeMakes Another Podcast
We're celebrating Thirsty Thursday by following up with Less Than Jake's Chris DeMakes. Chris shares his thoughts on the last episode, and gets into some more Warped Tour stories with Johnny. We're graced with a very humanizing moment featuring AFI's Davey Havok chasing tent during a *possible* tornado. Johnny and Chris talk about the crossover between comedians and music, and Chris gives us some insight about his recent podcast episode featuring Eric Heidecker of Tim & Eric fame. Chris also reveals some of his favorite podcasts, and gives us a sneak peak into the format of his upcoming live podcast recording featuring Dan Campbell of The Wonder Years!Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Mar 7, 2022 • 1h 19min
Chris DeMakes A Podcast
This week we’re joined by podcasting pro and Less Than Jake vocalist Chris DeMakes. Johnny and Chris take a blast to the past and reflect on their respective times on the Vans Warped Tour. Chris reveals how Less Than Jake ended up becoming a staple on the tour, and how it aided their longevity and relevance to a younger audience.Johnny and Chris get into the world of podcasting, and Chris reveals how a simple phone call led to his hit show - Chris DeMakes A Podcast. Chris breaks down the psychology of his show format, and shares a few stories about some of his favorite guests including Dee Snider of Twisted Sister, Blink 182’s Mark Hoppus, and the legendary Huey Lewis.We also learn: how Chris’ on-stage outfits came together, why Less Than Jake shares something unique with Kool & The Gang, what happened that one time when Less Than Jake hired male strippers to a show, when we can expect some new Less Than Jake music, and most importantly of all - does Chris DeMakes know Brooks Wackerman?!Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Mar 3, 2022 • 22min
Johnny & Jay Tell The Notorious Wheelchair Story
Fresh off the heels of the latest episode featuring Jason "Jay" James from Kill The Lights, Johnny and Jay relink to discuss how the band received the episode. Jay opens up about being taken off guard about the Bullet For My Valentine questions, and reveals more about what the future holds for Kill The Lights. Jay shares some fond memories of touring with The Rev, and we finally get some answers to the mysteriously notorious "wheelchair story" Johnny and Jay briefly mentioned in the last episode.Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Feb 28, 2022 • 1h 17min
Biting The Bullet With Jason James
It’s time for a couple of old friends to catch up after not seeing each other for over a decade as Johnny sits down with Jason “Jay” James from Kill The Lights. The duo reminisces on the tours Avenged Sevenfold and Bullet For My Valentine had together, and the legendary debauchery that usually ensued while on the road together.Jay opens up about his departure from Bullet For My Valentine, and how it ended up leading him on a road to sobriety. He also goes in-depth about the journey that led to his return to the stage with another former BFMV member in Kill The Lights. Johnny and Jay talk about new music and touring for each of their respective bands before looking back at the careers each of them were afforded through music. We learn what kind of nightmares rockstars have, the most epic prank that’s ever happened to Jay, how Johnny and Jay switched roles during an A7X performance, the special tattoo that both friends share, how Jay first met Trivium’s Matt Heafy (spoiler: covered in duct tape), if Jay still talks to the BFMV guys, why Johnny has a medieval drinking horn, and much more on the latest episode of Drinks With Johnny!Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/joinPlay Kill The Lights' Runner Gamehttps://fearless.glitch.ge/killthelights/runnerExplore more Drinks With Johnny:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnnyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnnyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnnyTwitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnnyShop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com