Louis Posen of Hopeless Records Pt. 1

This week we are celebrating 30 years of Hopeless Records with owner and founder Louis Posen, just ahead of their Hopeless History Museum that makes its way to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio! Louis has been responsible for some important signings in the industry over the years including All Time Low, The Used, Thrice and of course, Avenged Sevenfold. Johnny and Louis reminisce on the time they worked together and how he was introduced to the band. The two also discuss more about Hopeless and its beginnings as well as Louis’ journey to becoming a record executive from studying film in college and making a music video for NOFX. With some laughs and stories along the way the two old friends break down a bit of the industry today from a label's perspective and how streaming & royalties are affected in the new forum of music. Enjoy responsibly and catch the Hopeless Records Museum on tour now, and soon to be at the Punk Rock Museum in Las Vegas. Cheers! Become a FILTHY ANIMAL and get access to exclusive content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2qKyxOwoa_Uz5d5xCZEUPw/join Explore More Drinks With Johnny: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drinkswithjohnny Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drinkswithjohnny Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drinkswithjohnny Twitter: https://twitter.com/drinkswjohnny​​​​ Shop: https://www.drinkswithjohnny.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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After touring the world with Avenged Sevenfold for 20 years, Johnny Christ sits down to have conversations with some old friends, some new friends, and people of all different walks of life to hear the stories that shaped their lives and careers. The truth is, we never really know where these conversations are going to go. Sometimes we play a game for some less than thrilling penalties, get lost in the middle of LA, and even just kick back to celebrate a holiday or two.  Sometimes we drink, other times we don’t drink at all. From cocktails to health shakes, the drink is just a nice icebreaker to loosen up our guests for the wild ride they’re about to embark upon. Whatever it is you're looking for, we're sure to have it on the menu here at Drinks With Johnny. So stay tuned, stay thirsty, and stay FILTHY AF!