The Major Lift

WELCOME BACK to The Major Lift Podcast.  I'm back from hiatus with Zeke Sky, American musician, bodybuilder & philosopher from the USA. It's been a little while since I've had the opportunity to talk with a guitarist, let alone such a fascinating intellect and down-to-earth character such as Zeke. Enjoy this wide-ranging chat from all things music to philosophy. None of this was planned, and this is very much a 'getting to know you' with someone that I now regard as a cornerstone of sensible conversation and infectious wisdom in the world around me. It's not often you get to meet someone with such a great perspective and I'm certain you'll not leave this chat without learning something new about yourself! Find Zeke www.instagram.com/zekeskyofficial www.zekeskyband.com www.youtube.com/c/ZekeSkyBandOfficial https://open.spotify.com/artist/5jWCZwMmpFYMKIIChSVL5Y?si=N3QICBaFQcW9bEh5HXN06w    

I'd love to welcome COACH MITCH (Opus Of A Machine) as my new best pal on THE MAJOR LIFT Podcast. Mitch and I are both studying at the same fitness institute (Fitcollege) to earn ourselves some credibility in the fitness world. You may also know Mitch as the Singer/Guitarist of Brisbane's OPUS OF A MACHINE. Mitch and I have been clueless newbies together and we share so many common interests that we may as well grow in this industry with each other - and with you! We'll grow on you! Like a tumour!Enjoy our quick discussion on Beginning training and Volume variables! What are your thoughts on The Major Riff? The Baffled Kings? The Minor Fall? WHAT IS THIS THING?!COMMENT or Email themajorliftpodcast@gmail.com with your suggestions - we also take hate and vitriol.Don't forget to follow us at @themajorliftpodcast on instagram!DONE-4-U MEAL PLAN TEMPLATECopy this code: 20OFFTMLFor 20% off The Muscle Alchemist DYI Meal Planhttps://bit.ly/2UilPLm

It's finally here! JIM GREY is the vocalist of Brisbane's CALIGULA'S HORSE. A familiar name right? If you've been here since the start of THE MAJOR LIFT you'll know that I play the (arguably, far less complicated) guitar parts in this band.  I've been wanting to have this chat with Jim for a long time. We've spent quite a few gym sessions talking smack and getting sweaty over the years and with Jim's history of extensive European and Australian touring, as well as backgrounds in PT, Sports and dance - he was a big part of why I thought podcasts like this could make for fascinating learning opportunities.Enjoy this conversation with Jim Grey! Find Jim https://www.instagram.com/jimgreyofficial   Find Caligula's Horse   https://www.facebook.com/caligulashorseband/ https://www.instagram.com/caligulashors https://twitter.com/caligulashorse www.caligulashorse.com     Find The Major Lift https://www.instagram.com/adriangolebythemajorlift https://www.instagram.com/themajorliftpodcast   themajorliftpodcast@gmail.com

And now for something COMPLETELY different! I've made it no secret that I'm fascinated by the biomechanics of musicians. So what better way to delve into some of the objective information around the way our body works than to bring on the FIRST EXPERT to feature on The Major Lift?Introducing KENNET WAALE - The Muscle Alchemist. Ken excels in communicating earnestly, honestly and scientifically. His knowledge of the human body and how it can best perform is just one of the languages he's fluent in. (More on that in the podcast). We talk about physiology, performing, tour health and for the FIRST TIME ON THE SHOW a video of how musicians can train for tour and recommendations on where to start. You'll be able to hear the audio of our interview at the end of this episode.   We breakdown the breakdowns of: Mick Jeffery (TML #10) AVERSION'S CROWN Dan Presland (TML #4) NE OBLIVISCARIS Ryan Van Poederooyan (TML #6) THE DEVIN TOWNSEND PROJECT Jim Grey (TML #12) CALIGULA'S HORSE  Find Ken (and send him love) www.instagram.com/kennetwaale www.instagram.com/the_musclealchemist     Stay tuned for the release of the first BREAKDOWN BREAKDOWN video. A video explanation of the mechanics behind metal.

Mick Jeffery is a guitarist in Australian Extreme-Metal outfit - AVERSION'S CROWN. Recommended to me through Rob Brens of Hadal Maw/I Built The Sky, Mick and I chat about pre and post tour routines, kicking the post-tour confusion, pre-show exercise rituals and how he's changed his approach to touring and fitness.   Thanks again to Mick for being on the show. If you have any more questions of Mick, or want to request any guests, check out the links below!   Find Mick https://www.instagram.com/mickjeffery   Find Aversion's Crown https://www.facebook.com/AversionsCrown https://www.nuclearblast.de/en/label/music/band/about/3532156.aversions-crown.html https://twitter.com/Aversions_Crown https://www.instagram.com/aversions_crown/ AVERSIONS CROWN - Prismatic Abyss (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrsyL4ldK0Q   Find The Major Lift https://www.instagram.com/adriangolebythemajorlift https://www.instagram.com/themajorliftpodcast   themajorliftpodcast@gmail.com

Luke 'Licka' Williams is the drummer for Australian alt-rock legends Dead Letter Circus. He came highly recommended to the podcast through a number of mates that mentioned he had a penchant for being inspired and being inspirational. Prior to the recording, he asked if it was okay to talk about plant-based medicines. Not knowing what that meant at first, I was happy to go for it. When I realized what I was learning about, I was beyond intrigued to learn about his experiences and journeys of spirituality and the quality of life that he's found in it. Even though it deviated away from the usual theme of The Major Lift, I was incredibly excited to hear such a fresh new take on what healthy is. Beyond that, Luke is an absolute talent. I was backstage at DLC's most recent Brisbane show at the Valley Drive-in and it struck me that Luke is more than just the drummer, his playing is a feature of the sound, and worth listening to in great detail. His persistent practice style and ability to be honest with himself is a joy to absorb.   A special thank you to Dale James from CATPAW Productions for the bump in audio quality on this one!   Find Luke: www.instagram.com/luke.williams.drummer www.lukewilliamsdrummer.com Find Dead Letter Circus http://deadlettercircus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/deadletterinsta/ https://www.facebook.com/deadlettercircus/ https://twitter.com/deadlettercircu

Welcome to 2019! I wanted to bring in the new year with a recollection of last year's tour of Europe and the UK. I truly think that this is a semi-unique experience. On one hand, we don't all get to do it. On the other hand, when you see just how many tour buses are around you in big bus carparks like at the O2 Stadium in London - it becomes apparent that there are thousands of people on the road every day. This is my novice experience of 5 weeks on a tour bus, trying my best to stay fit, stay healthy and stay in touch with reality. Spoiler: Insightful Failure ahead. Edited by Dale Prinsse (Catpaw)Find the Bands: www.facebook.com/ibuiltthesky www.facebook.com/listentocircles www.facebook.com/caligulashorseband www.instagram.com/ibuiltthesky www.instagram.com/listen_to_circles www.instagram.com/caligulashorse 

Welcome to my brief and extremely fulfilling chat with Shane 'Russ' Russell. Drummer of Australian {Define genre that you like here} band Twelve Foot Ninja. Shane is well versed in international touring, and is also a professional personal trainer. So he's the kind of guy I want to dig into the mindset of. Twelve Foot Ninja have become an award-winning band, taking home prestigious labels of Best Artist Discovery (SiriusXM Liquid Metal Awards US), Best New Talent (Revolver Golden God Awards, US) and were also nominated for the ARIA Best Hard Rock Album. You know what, I think maybe you should just go check out some of their music at the links below:   Find Shane: www.facebook.com/twelvefootninja https://www.instagram.com/twelvefootninja/ www.twelvefootninja.com https://www.youtube.com/user/twelvefootninja/ https://twitter.com/twelvefootninja https://open.spotify.com/artist/3swwiYEQQzPNGvMdEhqReR  

You may know Ryan Van Poederooyan from his unbelievably tight work with Devin Townsend over the last 15 years. But what you may not know is that Ryan or RVP is a motivational speaker, lifestyle coach and all around inspirational human.  I had the pleasure of fleetingly meeting Ryan during a live video shoot a few years ago for Devin Townsend's March of the Poozers. We stayed in contact here and there, and I knew that he was an absolute must for a show like this. We speak about injuries, mindset, touring, diet and motivation in this hour-long blast of inspiration. Enjoy! Find Ryan: www.rvpdrums.com https://www.facebook.com/ryanvanpoederooyenofficial https://instagram.com/ryanvanpoederooyen https://twitter.com/rvanpoederooyen https://www.youtube.com/user/ryanvanpoederooyen  

Dan Presland is the drummer for Ne Obliviscaris and a plethora of other studio-projects. Not only does he join me in the lower-melanin portion of the population, but he's also on the road for prolonged periods of time and manages to balance multiple gym sessions and a ridiculous amount of drum practice into his day. We discuss his tour regiment (for European countries) his workout goals, expectations and psychology. As well as his experience with fasting, and fasted cardio! Dan Endorses Vic Firth, Pearl drums, Zildjian cymbals and Remo. SOCIAL MEDIA: www.facebook.com/danpreslandofficial https://www.facebook.com/NeObliviscarisBand/ Instagram @dan__presland @neobliviscarisofficial youtube.com/danpresland  

Brenton Page is the Bass player and Lead-Stomper of Brisbane's very own OSAKA PUNCH. Brenton and I get the opportunity to talk about tour vegetarianism, home workouts, injuries, robberies, gofundme and a topic very dear to my heart - childhood self-consciousness. SOCIAL MEDIA: www.facebook.com/osakapunch www.osakapunch.com osakapunch.bandcamp.com www.youtube.com/osakapunchofficial

Josh Hayes is a massage therapist and drummer in HE DANCED IVY.   He shares some invaluable insights into the world of remedial massage and explains some of the important things you should know about your body.

Julian is the owner and operator of Legion Studios in Williamstown, Melbourne. He's produced acts such as Be’lakor, Wolfpack, Blackhelm and his own band Jack the Stripper. Recommendations:  The Strong podcast on spotify The conjugate training system - https://www.westside-barbell.com/blogs/2003-articles/the-conjugate-method He alternates a Max effort and a Dynamic 6 day routine. He uses Linear Progression to get used to heavier weights.   Trains at Elite Sports Performance Trains under Marty Gervin (trained by Louie Simmons, west side barbell) Daniel Depapser (Melbourne Storm Strength coach) Andrew Lock (physiotherapist)   After training for a month under Andrew’s guidance, he was able to rehabilitate his deltoids via working his upper back.   He only uses Caffeine as a pre workout now.   On tour, he recommends only compound lifts. Because they have the best bang for buck. He recommends planning gyms ahead of time. On tour, the band used c4 as a pre-workout before going on stage.   Favorite workout music is Pantera - Strength Beyond Strength   Best use of money is getting a PT to show you how to do lifts correcty.   His top book recommendations are by Bill Kazmaier and Brian Shaw Short term goals are what drives him to get up in the mornings. SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook.com/julianrenzoFacebook.com/legionproductionInstagram ID julianrenzo JackthestripperbandBand website Facebook.com/jtsmusicendorsed by ESP guitars

Sean Thomson, the guitarist of Australian Tech-Death band GODS OF EDEN joins me for the very first episode of THE MAJOR LIFT. We get into the mindset, practice routines and life as a PT/Musician.