March 2, 2021

From American Idol to The Beast Awakens with James Durbin

From American Idol to The Beast Awakens with James Durbin

James Durbin & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, his 1st brews, the soundtrack to his youth, what he learnt on American Idol, how he lured Zakk Wylde on Idol, being a spokesperson for Autism & Tourette's Syndrome, his late night adventures with Chris Jericho, his time with Quiet Riot, why he left Quiet Riot, The Beast Awakens, if he has ever listened to extreme metal, touring backyards & his hangover cure.

Throughout this interview, James was drinking Sierra Nevada 's "Hazy Little Thing IPA" while I enjoyed Le Bazaar - Brasserie Artisanale inc.'s "Wow". This Non-Alcoholic NEIPA it poured out with a light veiled haze, radiated pineapple on the nose, it slammed a lightly sweet somewhat tangy finish & it is ultra refreshing. It is quite a unique brew & it is absolutely delicious.

This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast.

Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!!

*** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! ***

Photo Credit: Heidi Durbin

Episode Links:

Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/

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James Durbin Website: https://www.jamesdurbinofficial.com/

Sierra Nevada: https://sierranevada.com/

Le Bazaar - Brasserie Artisanale inc: https://www.facebook.com/Le-Bazaar-Brasserie-Artisanale-inc-100551738439445

Heavy Montreal: https://www.heavymontreal.com/

Vox&Hops Brewtal Awakenings Playlist:

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/vox-hops-brewtal-awakenings/pl.u-V9D7vdpH3z6J7Y1?ls

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5JLafjWifXeKIC6NjD2dMb

Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co.: https://www.heartbeathotsauce.com/

Sound Talent Media: https://soundtalentmedia.com/

Support the Vox&Hops Podcast: https://voxandhops.bigcartel.com/

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