Joyous Wolf Opens Up About Their New Album “In Between”

Send in your music story!A great rock record does not just hit hard, it moves. We’re joined by Blake, guitarist of Joyous Wolf, to talk about the band’s first full-length LP In Between (out August 21) and why the album feels designed for a front-to-back listen even in a single-driven world. We dig into the story behind standout tracks like Karma and Juniper, how a “pretty” intro can become a heavy verse, and why sequencing matters when you want an emotional arc instead of a playlist of disconnected moments.Then we go deep on the gear and technique side of modern rock guitar. Blake breaks down recording versus touring rigs, speaker choices that keep low mids tight on loud stages, and the simplest solo upgrade we’ve heard in a long time: putting an EQ pedal in the effects loop for a dramatic, clean lift without wrecking your core tone. If you’re into classic rock crunch, blues rock feel, Les Paul muscle, and practical guitar rig advice, you’ll get a ton to try the next time you plug in.We also step outside the studio to talk nerd life and big questions: anime favorites, Zelda nostalgia, and a thoughtful debate about AI in music, machine learning, copyright, and what happens when tech shifts from “helpful tool” to “art replacement.” Hit play, share this with a guitarist or rock fan, and subscribe and leave a review if you want more conversations like this.Support the showPlease give us a quick rate and review. If you enjoyed the audio version head over to our Youtube for video content! Follow the Instagram for special content and weekly updates. Check out our website and leave us a voice message to be heard on the show or find out more about the guests!Ever wanted to start your own podcast? Here is a link to get started!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1964696https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCONMXkuIfpVizopNb_CoIGghttps://www.instagram.com/hook_and_bridge_podcast/https://www.thehookandbridgepodcast.com/