Cody Jinks & The 5FDP Tour

Chris & Craig talk to Cody Jinks, the country artist, who's about to go on tour with Five Finger Death Punch. In this candid conversation, Cody opens up about his unexpected journey from thrash metal to country music, revealing how he started writing country songs after the breakup of his thrash band. He shares his experiences with sobriety, the challenges of being a solo artist, and the importance of community in both the metal and country scenes. Cody's story is not just about music; it's about resilience, recovery, and the power of friendship. He emphasizes the significance of treating his band and crew like family, a lesson he learned from his own experiences in the industry. As he prepares for an exciting summer tour, Cody invites fans to join him for a unique blend of country and metal, promising an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on this incredible journey and the chance to see Cody live on stage with Five Finger Death Punch!CHAPTERS:00:00:00 Cody Jinks On Tour00:03:19 Starting A Thrash Band00:05:42 From Thrash To Solo Artist00:06:57 Influences00:09:07 Lead Singer Disease00:11:51 What Pushed Cody To Country?00:13:11 Opening For Big Bands00:16:14 Corrosion Of Conformity00:17:30 Stress Of Opening For Bands00:19:33 Sobriety00:23:30 Being Religious00:24:59 Alcohol And Creativity00:26:25 Talk Back Mic00:29:19 Inspiring Sobriety00:31:09 Touring With Five Finger Death Punch00:32:37 The Worst Food To Eat00:34:09 Nerd Clusters00:37:14 The 5FDP Tour00:38:18 Independent Touring00:40:29 Motorcycles00:41:16 Treating Your Fans Right00:43:42 Wallmart First Class00:45:58 When Chris Almost Screwed Up00:46:50 Favorite Comedian00:49:20 Mitch Hedberg Documentary00:53:07 Making Changes In Your Life00:57:14 Sam Darnold