Inspired by Norman 'Sailor Jerry' Collins' Old Ironsides radio show on KTRG, we present THE SAILOR JERRY PODCAST! This is a wild homage to all our favorite thin...
Macha Schiavone is a well-respected voice and entrepreneur in the traditional tattooing community. Tune in as we explore the enduring charm of Sailor Jerry's iconic flash designs and celebrate the re-release of the legendary book, Homeward Bound: The Life and Times of Hori Smoku Sailor Jerry.Macha also takes us on a journey from the sun-kissed streets of southern Italy to the bustling tattoo studios of London, where he discovered his passion for traditional tattoos. We delve into how Macha started the renowned @traditionalstattoo Instagram, the sacred connection between music and tattooing, gatekeeping in the industry, tattoo aftercare, and Macha's must-know list of traditional tattoo artists. As always, brought to you by Sailor Jerry!https://www.instagram.com/machaschiavone/https://www.instagram.com/traditionalstattoos/https://sailorjerry.comMacha's traditional Tattooers you need to followhttps://www.instagram.com/francesco__ferrara_/https://www.instagram.com/rafadecraneo/https://www.instagram.com/pauldobleman/https://www.instagram.com/bara_madrid/Â
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80 - Jen Pop
Jen Pop is a punk rock singer-songwriter, best known as the vocalist for The Bombpops. Earlier this year, she made her solo debut with an incredible record titled East Side of Eden.In this episode, Jen and I dive deep into ’90s punk rock, exploring the Epitaph and Fat Wreck Chords sound that we both grew up on. We also discuss the challenges of following your creative intuition while balancing a band, a solo career, fans, touring, and everything else that comes with being a musician.We also get some details on East Side of Eden and working with producer Will Yip, contemplate the Ramones vs. the Misfits, Lana Del Rey and her new alligator-wrangler husband, all-time sketchiness in the DMs, and so much more. As always, this episode is brought to you by Sailor Jerry!https://www.instagram.com/jen_pop/https://sailorjerry.com
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79 - Chelsea Wolfe
Chelsea Wolfe is a singer-songwriter with an original and unique style that blends everything from folk music to synthwave and doom metal. In this episode, we catch up with Chelsea to discuss all things music, including her recently released Undone remix EP. Chelsea talks about the thrill of hearing her music through fresh perspectives, the importance of individuality and the refreshing shift from competition to community in the industry. We also dive into Chelsea’s creative process, vocal technique, and inspiring artists like Stevie Nicks, Patti Smith, Converge, Full of Hell, Townes Van Zandt, and so much more. As always, brought to you by Sailor Jerry!https://www.instagram.com/cchelseawwolfe/https://sailorjerry.com
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78 - Chris "TALLBOY' Coulon
Chris Coulon, AKA TALLBOY, is a tattoo artist, graphic designer, and all-around awesome human. In this episode, we catch up with Chris to discuss the details and inspiration behind his incredible skateboard collaboration with Sailor Jerry. We also dive into Chris's vibrant color tattoo style, inspired by a kaleidoscope of iconic skate graphics from artists like Ed Templeton, Mark Gonzalez, and Jim Phillips. We also discuss Halloween madness at North Street Tattoo in Salem, Massachusetts, Motörhead, ZZ TOP, Forrest Gump, and Chris's philosophy of life—"Seek peace and have fun." As always, brought to you by Sailor Jerry!https://www.instagram.com/tallboy666/https://sailorjerry.com
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77 - Kat Von D
In this episode, we sit down with legendary tattoo artist Kat Von D to explore her deep passion for music and celebrate the release of her new album, My Side of the Mountain. Kat opens up about her diverse musical influences, from classical to punk rock and metal, sharing her disdain for mediocrity and the importance of authenticity. She also reflects on her evolving relationship with the tattoo industry, expressing her disconnect with its modern direction and discussing the tension between genuine artistry and marketing.For the encore, Matt and Kat reminisce about the pre-cell phone Myspace era, Linkin Park’s controversial decision to carry on with a new singer, the inspiring career of Depeche Mode, Ministry vs. Nine Inch Nails, The Misfits, The Cure, and so much more! As always, the episode is brought to you by Sailor Jerry!https://www.instagram.com/thekatvond/https://sailorjerry.com
Inspired by Norman 'Sailor Jerry' Collins' Old Ironsides radio show on KTRG, we present THE SAILOR JERRY PODCAST! This is a wild homage to all our favorite things – Music, tattoos, travel, spiced rum, and more. Partnering up with our pal Matt Caughthran, the frontman of The Bronx, we're spilling these tales in our own damn style. Brace yourself for biweekly episodes, dishing out killer interviews with musicians who fuel our fire. Buckle up for The Sailor Jerry Podcast – where the coolest stories come to life.