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2026-06-25
Ep460: Gene Trautmann (Queens of the Stone Age, Desert Session, Dig, Alain Johannes Band)
Gene Trautmann played in Queens of the Stone Age, playing live and on the legendary Rated: R record as well as the Desert Sessions. But he is a mysterious figure amongst many fans. Yet he's now resurfaced playing with the legendary Alain Johannes in Alain Johannes Band. Let's find out why Gene stopped blaming his drums. Find out about his start with Miracle Workers and the Paisley Underground. What it was really like playing at Ozzfest with QOTSA, How Gene made Josh promise that he'd get to play on Go With the Flow. Monsters in the Parasol. How a chance meet up turned into touring with rock 'n roll Mozart Alain Johannes ended up with Gene playing in the Alain Johannes Band. Advice for younger musicians and creators. The majesty of Mario Lalli. How dealing with Mark Lanegan required "prison rules" sometimes. Touring with Eagles of Death Metal. Oh yes, and an introduction to Sadie.
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