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Jul 22, 2021 1 hr 8 min

Daryl Stuermer

from Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch Hosted by Greg Koch / Daryl Stuermer

Daryl has been the exceptional touring guitarist/bassist with Genesis since 1977 (42 years), and Phil Collins' main guitarist since his first solo album. Besides digging into his time with both, Greg and Daryl talk about his early years with Jean Luc Ponty, Gino Vannelli, and Daryl's solo project, and also what it's like for a touring musician to live in Milwaukee! 1:11 - Moments before the pandemic, the near-reuniting of Genesis, and how the band prepares for rehearsal 7:51 - Daryl’s gear on the road with Genesis, his new Mesa Badlander and Godin guitars, and the power of in-ear monitors 11:09 - How improvisation plays into a Genesis show 13:16 - Daryl’s early days on guitar - influences, style, and early bands with his brother 20:02 - How Daryl got tied into working with Genesis, and the importance of preparation 31:31 - Recording "In the Air Tonight" 33:26 - The Secret Policeman's Other Ball 34:34 - Phil Collins as a drummer - whoa 39:55 - Adjusting to the ascent to playing with Rock ’n Roll royalty, and having to shift his style to accommodate the needs 45:51 - Daryl’s transition back to Milwaukee 51:19 - Daryl’s solo project Total Length: 68:42 Fishman Dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug-in. Wildwood Guitars One of the world’s premier retailers of exceptional electric and acoustic guitars. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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Daryl has been the exceptional touring guitarist/bassist with Genesis since 1977 (42 years), and Phil Collins' main guitarist since his first solo album. Besides digging into his time with both, Greg and Daryl talk about his early years with Jean Luc Ponty, Gino Vannelli, and Daryl's solo project, and also what it's like for a touring musician to live in Milwaukee! 1:11 - Moments before the pandemic, the near-reuniting of Genesis, and how the band prepares for rehearsal 7:51 - Da...

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  1. 1:11 Moments before the pandemic, the near-reuniting of Genesis, and how the band prepares for rehearsal
  2. 7:51 Daryl’s gear on the road with Genesis, his new Mesa Badlander and Godin guitars, and the power of in-ear monitors
  3. 11:09 How improvisation plays into a Genesis show
  4. 13:16 Daryl’s early days on guitar - influences, style, and early bands with his brother
  5. 20:02 How Daryl got tied in to working with Genesis, and the importance of preparation
  6. 31:31 Recording "In the Air Tonight"
  7. 33:26 The Secret Policeman's Other Ball
  8. 34:34 Phil Collins as a drummer - whoa
  9. 39:55 Adjusting to the ascent to playing with Rock ’n Roll royalty, and having to shift his style to accommodate the needs
  10. 51:19 Daryl’s transition back to Milwaukee

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