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Why Did Chimaira Break Up and Reunite?
In this episode, Bill chats with his good friend and barber, Jim LaMarca of the metal band Chimaira. We explore Jim's early passion for baseball, navigating sports politics, and enduring summer school. Discover how he worked hard and saved money to buy his first guitar. Hear about the influence of Bon Jovi's "Slippery When Wet" and recording with Ben Schigel of Spider Studios.
Jim shares his role in Cleveland Hardcore music history with Skipline and landing a record deal with Not So Blah. Learn why he named his barbershop Seidels. We also discuss the importance of showing respect, his journey joining Chimaira, and the Farmclub TV experience.
Jim opens up about facing Cleveland music haters, making the Brian Osborne Birthday cut, and the Chimaira breakup and fallout with Mark Hunter. He talks about Tenafly Viper and other projects, touring with Slayer, and reconciling with Mark at Master Pizza.
Get the scoop on the Chimaira reunion, becoming a father, and playing in front of his son. Hear about the upcoming Inkcarceration Festival appearance and Lamb of God Cruise. Enjoy stories of playing Tony Hawk with B Real of Cypress Hill, his love for our country and veterans, old Ozzfest bloopers, and so much more.
#Chimaira #JimLaMarca #Baseball #ClevelandHardcore #MetalBand #BonJoviInfluence #FarmclubTV #TouringWithSlayer #InkcarcerationFestival #MusicReunion #VeteranSupport #Ozzfest
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