Andy Biersack | The Cody Tucker Show #224
Summary
Andy Biersak of Black Veil Brides discusses his complex history with Glenn Danzig, sharing stories from their early interactions to recent collaborations. The conversation expands into broader music topics, including the Misfits' cultural impact versus their actual sound and the evolution of bands like KISS. Biersak also reflects on his childhood influences, such as Kiss and his father’s punk background, while comparing the legacy of classic rock to modern standards. The episode concludes with lighthearted debates about sports, specifically the Raiders and Bengals, and personal anecdotes in…
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest Andy Biersak
Andy's childhood and discovery of Misfits
Funny story about Blackest of the Black award
Encounters with Glenn Danzig and Warped Tour
Glenn Danzig's reaction to American Satan movie
Glenn Danzig's voice and future experiences
Marilyn Manson's on-stage rap and interactions
Naming conventions and alliteration preferences
Discussion on names and their impact on identity
Misfits as a brand and musical relevance
Misfits and Kiss as inspirations and comparisons
Kiss's versatility and genre ambiguity
Kiss's adaptability and punk concert experiences
Kiss's influence on Andy's life and education
Pop culture fanaticism and 3D movies
Moving from L.A. to Tampa and Raiders fandom
Raiders' Super Bowl loss and team dynamics
Raiders' logo and stadium preferences
Feud with Wayne Newton and improv claims
Challenges and dislikes in music (Tool)
Aerosmith's impact and lyrical critiques
One-hit wonders and hard rock comparisons
Rock music evolution and modern perspectives
LeBron vs. Michael Jordan debate
Sports and music originality comparisons
Saviors of rock and roll and 70s-oriented music
Mainstream rock in the late 90s and early 2000s
Integration of fun and art in rock culture
Escapism and spectacle in modern rock
Glam metal and grunge trends
Movies and advice not taken
Favorite movies and V for Vendetta experience
Jennifer Lawrence's early exit and movie rewatch
Replicating the V for Vendetta experience
Age of reason and smoking
Promotion of the new video 'Certainty'
Discussion on a controversial movie plot
Creating the 'Certainty' video and director collaboration
Director's creative genius and future collaborations
Shock and understanding in creative processes
Wordplay on 'sester' and final thoughts
Final plugs and promotion of 'Certainty'
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