How Robert Randolph Brought Sacred Steel Guitar to the World

Hey what’s up you guys—Marty here with another Marty Music Podcast! In this episode, I’m hanging with the incredible Robert Randolph one of my favorite musicians and a true pioneer of the sacred steel sound.We talk about his roots, learning to play in church, how The Word album changed his life, his influences like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix, and his journey from the sacred steel tradition to playing festivals and headlining stages worldwide.Plus, Robert breaks down the pedal steel magic, shares how he developed his sound, and gives us a taste of that old-school sacred steel style! What We Cover:• How to play the blues on guitar with sacred steel influence• The origins of sacred steel music• How Robert fused blues, gospel, and rock• Pedal steel tuning, gear, and techniques• Robert’s new album Preacher KidsListen to Preacher Kids: https://sunrecords.lnk.to/PreacherKidsMore Guitar Resources:🎵 Get my FREE Guitar Guide PDF—packed with chords, scales, triads, arpeggios, and more: https://www.martymusic.com/the-ultimate-guitar-guide-ebook 🎸 More Guitar Lessons & FREE Courses: https://www.martymusic.com/free-courses

Hey what’s up you guys! Marty here with a special guest—Samantha Fish! We talk about her brand-new album Paper Doll, her live setup, songwriting process, and how she grew from shy kid on drums to full-on guitar-slinging frontwoman.You’ll also hear us jam on “Paper Doll” and even rip through some Tom Petty and Black Sabbath together. I had so much fun hanging with Samantha—make sure to check out her new album, tour dates, and stream her music in the links below!What you’ll see in this video:⦿ Samantha Fish on writing & recording Paper Doll⦿ Live acoustic version of "Paper Doll"⦿ Gear talk: her SG, stage tone, and live feel⦿ How she overcame stage fright & found her voice⦿ Bonus riffs: “American Girl” + “War Pigs” jam!👇 Support Samantha Fish 👇📀 Stream Paper Doll: https://found.ee/SFPaperDoll

Today I have a very special guest—my longtime friend and incredible guitarist, Grace Bowers!In this episode, we chat about:⦿ Her debut album "Wine on Venus" & the story behind it⦿ Playing on Jimmy Kimmel Live⦿ Her guitar influences & practice routines⦿ Funky guitar riffs, slide techniques & tremolo tricks⦿ Manifesting dream collaborations 🎵 Listen to "Wine on Venus" – https://orcd.co/wineonvenus

Hey, what’s up, you guys? Marty here with a special guest—Jake Baynes! Jake is a killer guitarist, Berklee School of Music grad, and an in-demand Nashville musician and teacher. This episode is packed with practical advice, exercises, and pro insights to take your guitar playing to the next level. Get a FREE Guitar Licks Course From Jake: https://www.jakebaynesguitar.com/jakes-licks-vol-1-signup

Discover bluegrass guitar secrets with Trey Hensley! Learn essential techniques, G-runs, right-hand precision, and hear incredible stories about Trey’s music journey. In this special episode, I’m joined by the incredible Trey Hensley to explore bluegrass guitar techniques and more! Trey shares his story, from growing up in East Tennessee to playing on big stages, plus essential bluegrass tips like G-runs, right-hand techniques, and dynamic rhythm playing. Support Trey Hensley: https://www.treyhensley.com/

Hey, what’s up, you guys! Marty Schwartz here with another awesome podcast episode for Marty Music. This time, I’m hanging out with Dave Kushner, legendary guitarist for Velvet Revolver, and now a successful TV and film composer. We chat about how Velvet Revolver came to be, his incredible journey into music scoring, and creating the iconic theme song for Sons of Anarchy. This episode is packed with stories, riffs, and insights for music fans and guitar players alike. Don’t miss Dave sharing his experiences with Scott Weiland, Slash, and more! Check out the Dave Kushner Guitar Master Class: https://www.davekushner.com/dave-kushner-master-class

The Marty Music Podcast is back with an unforgettable episode featuring my new friend‪‬⁠ Jack Barksdale. Jack, a 17-year-old folk and blues guitar prodigy from Texas, shares his musical roots, songwriting process, and influences—from Johnny Cash to Lead Belly. Stay tuned for performances of "Before the Devil Knows" and "Law and Order" from his latest EP, Out of Order. You won't want to miss the music, insights, and inspiration in this one! Listen to the Out of Order EP - https://smithmusic.ffm.to/662582163421

Hey, what’s up, you guys! Marty here, backstage at the iconic Ryman Auditorium with my good buddies Futurebirds—celebrating their second time playing this legendary venue! We talk about their long journey as a band, from their early days at UGA to becoming a staple of Americana rock, or as some might call it, Jam-ericana. In this episode, we dig into the camaraderie that keeps their music alive, their hilarious music video ideas, and the creative process behind their new album, Easy Company, recorded at the renowned Sonic Ranch. Plus, we swap stories about first guitar riffs (hint: expect some Guns N’ Roses and Hootie & the Blowfish), and of course, I couldn’t leave without a little jam session! https://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/

On this episode, we’re getting into the journey of The Heavy Heavy—from their humble two-person acoustic shows in 2019 to playing massive gigs worldwide. The duo shares insights into their debut album One of a Kind, their blend of British rock and Laurel Canyon harmonies, and their obsession with reverb—a sound so essential, they call it their "sixth band member." Discover the stories behind their music, their influences, and how they’re keeping classic rock alive with a modern twist. Don't miss this one! Listen to their debut album One of a Kind - https://atorecords-ffm.com/oneofakind

Today I’m hanging out with the amazing Fantastic Negrito -- Grammy-winning artist, Tiny Desk champion, and a true storyteller. This conversation explores his powerful journey through music, resilience, and transformation. Fantastic Negrito opens up about surviving a near-fatal accident, his path to rebuilding, and how he’s turned pain into authentic, raw music that resonates with fans around the world. Fantastic Negrito Listen to Fantastic Negrito’s New Album! Son of a Broken Man -- https://onerpm.link/239733103227