Thoughts & Prayers with Russ Rankin of Good Riddance

This week we’re joined by punk rock frontman Russ Rankin of the legendary Santa Cruz band, Good Riddance! While Russ may be known for his passion on stage behind the microphone, we take a deep dive into his work away from music in the Western Hockey League. Russ explains to us how he helps younger generations prepare for careers as pro hockey players, and reveals how many times their parents are shocked to find out about his punk rock roots.  After the hockey talk, we get into some Good Riddance. Russ explains how his approach to vocals has evolved since the inception of the band, and how Descendents’ drummer Bill Stevenson played a big role in that change. We also get into Russ’ other musical ventures including his recent solo tour through Europe, and his work with the melodic punk rock supergroup Only Crime.  We also learn on this episode: What Russ considers his dream job If we will hear new music from Only Crime How Russ got into hockey Plus some reflections back on the early days of Good Riddance 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!