The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 040 - Dave Krusen

The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & John Rotolo, welcome very special guest Dave Krusen. They discussed various topics including audio setup improvements, personal experiences in the music industry, current creative projects, the use of click tracks in recording, and investment opportunities. They also touched on the discovery of an 'invisible shield' above the Earth and the importance of questioning authority.

Industry Experiences and Connections:

Chad Gracey and Dave Krusen had a detailed discussion about their shared experiences and connections in the music industry. They spoke with admiration for various musicians and bands, including Pearl Jam, Live, Unified Theory, and others. They also reminisced about their past tours and the creative process behind their music. Dave revealed his role in the development of Pearl Jam's drum parts on Ten.

Personal Interests, Music, and Living Situations:

The Gracious Two and Dave Krusen shared their personal interests and hobbies, with a focus on music. Dave shared he has been recording music at his newly converted garage studio in Gig Harbor. They also discussed their respective living situations, with Dave based in the Seattle area and Chad in Orange County, and their children's interests. Lastly, they reminisced about Dave's life-changing event of becoming a father and briefly touched on the potential future of California.

Creative Projects and Musical Experiences:

The Gracious Two and Dave shared their current creative projects and potential collaborations. John, a stand-up comedian, encouraged Dave on his project "Big Game Hunter" and recommended the Post Malone's Nirvana tribute concert as inspiration. Dave shared his experience of being inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame with Pearl Jam, describing it as "mind blowing" and "really nice." Dave discussed his experiences with performing in a band, highlighting the nerves, excitement, and camaraderie that come with it. John expressed his admiration for musicians' ability to master their instruments and put on a compelling show. They agreed to continue supporting each other's artistic endeavors.

Musical Talent and Live Performance Discussion

Dave and John had a lively discussion about their appreciation for musical talent, particularly bass playing and singing simultaneously. They reminisced about memorable live performances they had witnessed, including artists like Ed Sheeran, Chad from LA, and the drummers Ben Thatcher from Royal Blood and Dave Grohl from Foo Fighters. A topic of personal interest was the Pearl Jam album "Ten," with Dave confirming his involvement in the song "Footsteps" and sharing his experience of visiting Pearl Jam's warehouse to see their memorabilia.

Comprehensive Discussion on Crypto Currencies, Investments, and Hunter Biden Trial:

The Gracious Two and Dave had a discussion that covered various topics including their professional journeys, a technical glitch at the NY Stock Exchange and the world of cryptocurrencies. They also delved into the potential risks and precautions necessary when dealing with digital assets, and discussed the creation and potential value of a new AI-based crypto currency. Lastly, they touched upon the ongoing trial of Hunter Biden in Delaware, expressing skepticism over the impartiality of the justice system and officials, and criticizing alleged interference by Joe Biden.

Invisible Shield, Magnetic Field, and Terraforming Mars:

A team led by the University of Colorado Boulder discussed the discovery of an 'invisible shield' located 7,000 miles above the earth, referred to as a 'killer electron' cloud. John and the team emphasized the importance of questioning authority and not accepting things at face value, and discussed the protective role of the earth's magnetic field against solar radiation. Concerns were raised about the weakening magnetic field potentially leading to future problems, such as during a strong enough X flare, and the issue of terraforming Mars, which lacks a magnetosphere, was also brought up. Additionally, The Gracious Two discussed Terrence Howard's claims about an energy technology he patented involving using electricity with water to produce fission, and the possibility of Howard's ideas being reiterations of old concepts from Walter Russell and Tesla was suggested.