Drinks With Johnny

Joined by Mikey Carvajal of the band Islander, Johnny navigates through wrestling, murder and music on this weeks episode of Drinks with Johnny. The two talk about how Mikey is involved in the Whosoever Foundation and becoming a teacher and mentor to Jonathan Davis of Korn’s son through the program. We also hear about the new forthcoming album scheduled to release June 28th, Grammy Nominated and the single Ritual of Death. A song inspired by the famed West Memphis Three and the “unsolved” murder from the 90’s. Mikey shares his passion to bring awareness to this crime and how he related to the three teenagers from a small town not too different from his own. Taking us through the origin of his band to the newest release coming independently, and what that means for them in the music industry. With a few member changes along the way, Islander has been putting out music for a while now and toured with many bands - including Avenged Sevenfold, which is how we get to how these two musicians came together for this chat!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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

This week Johnny & Brando are joined by the hosts of Busted Open, David LaGreca & WWE Hall of Famers Mark Henry!

This week Johnny & Brando are joined by the hosts of Busted Open, David LaGreca & WWE Hall of Famers Mark Henry!

Part 2 of our chat with Bert McCracken of The Used starts with hearing his favorite pop singers, and how that led to his soon to be released solo pop album. We learn how John Feldmann (Goldfinger/producer) is like an extended member of The Used who has played a huge in The Used sound, and as well as the upcoming solo album. Rumors spark as Bert and Johnny tease a possible Avenged Sevenfold and The Used tour in the near future. Bert shares how he will go by Bert The Used on this solo project and reveals what song The Used released that was originally going to be on his solo album. Johnny and Bert get real speaking about mental health and how depression affects each differently. Just because you are emo doesn’t mean you have to live in it. If you enjoy this episode be sure to go back and listen to part 1 for even for great stories from Bert “The Used” McCracken. 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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Johnny sits down with Bert McCracken of The Used as the two catch up in preparation of the upcoming Avenged Sevenfold and The Used show in Jakarta. Bert shares an entertaining story about the last time he was in Jakarta and gave some very strong weed to Tim Commerford of Prophets of Rage. We also get a DWJ EXCLUSIVE when Bert shares news of an upcoming album of B-Sides called Meds. After 12 years off of booze, Bert share what led to the change, how weed has helped and the ongoing journey he is on dealing with physical depression. We Were Young Festival has fostered an emo resurgence and the boys reminisce about emo’s first festival, Van’s Warped Tour. Learn what your new favorite phrase “boppin' off” means, what was the first album Bert owned, and much much more on part 1 with Mr. McCracken. 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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Being an actor in Platoon before being a musician, and still being in contact with that cast who come out to shows. What it was like coming up in the MTV generation phase of the music industry? Living Colour was on the first Lollapalooza, and Corey explains how it has changed to being similar to other festivals today. Corey and Johnny dive into the ideology behind some of the lyrics of Sonic Universe's debut album. Touring the world, fighting off paparazzi with Mick Jagger, and being swarmed by fans in Brazil. Corey speaks to his fandom of WWE from childhood to today with CM punk using their song as his entrance theme. Corey expands on his comments about Lenny Kravitz’s career and the opportunities for black people in rock music.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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

This week Johnny is joined by Corey Glover of the legendary Living Colour! The boys discuss sharing the stage for the first time at Madison Square Garden. Corey talks about the origin of his new band Sonic Universe and its conception at ShipRocked with an all-star roster. Johnny then dissects the album. What was it like having Mick Jagger helping with Living Colour’s first album? We hear the story of how Mick Jagger’s support is how Living Colour got their first record. What was on a mix tape that Mick Jagger made specifically for Corey? Corey teases his acting career highlights in part one of two with this week's amazing guest!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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

As the chat gets deeper into hallucinogens, Johnny and Keith talk about the benefits to mental health and the awareness it brings. While expanding new perceptions and how that may affect your song writing and general view on performance. Are Apple Watches recording everything (of course) and WTF is it with Keith and guacamole? These questions are maybe answered with more questions and the guys get back into some music talk. What was it like touring with Gavin Rossdale and Bush? What’s new for Breaking Benjamin? And a few laughs along the way. Enjoy. 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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

On this weeks episode we hear from Keith Wallen of Breaking Benjamin as he gets set to release a solo album. Johnny and Keith break down the tour they did together, and the mutual friends they share. The two talk about “punishers” in the dressing rooms and how to handle a hangover after hanging out with Danny Worsnop of Asking Alexandria. Keith shares his writing process both with Breaking Benjamin and his solo album and how he approaches each differently. Then they get to Ayahuasca and other drugs. 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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com

Avenged Sevenfold is coming back to Brazil?!?Yup, listen in for even more details.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/drinkswjohnny​​​​Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com