The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 010 - Jimmy Lang pt. 2

The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & JRo (Mr. GoodTimes) and Robert Hayes (Bobby) discussed smoking indoors, the decline of freedom, rising anti-Semitism, and alleged Russian propaganda. They also touched on the infiltration of Hollywood by the CIA and the use of Bayer company products during World War II.

Chad Gracey and Mr. GoodTimes discussed the potential dangers of talc, corruption in big companies, the situation in South Africa, Elon Musk's views on population growth, and their admiration for Sasha Baron Cohen's talent.

Mr. GoodTimes and Chad Gracey discussed the influence of social media, the division in politics, and the concerns about TikTok being a tool for the Chinese government. They also mentioned the lack of civility and the emergence of extreme voices on both sides of the political spectrum.

Chad Gracey, Jimmy Lang and JRo had a conversation about their experiences meeting famous people, including a story about Jimmy meeting Ed Kowalczyk at his house in the Hollywood Hills and driving down a street mentioned in the song "Vine Street."

Jimmy and Ed had an unexpected encounter with Neil Young at a fancy restaurant in Hollywood, but they were too starstruck to approach him. They also reminisced about another encounter with Billy Corgan at a club in Chicago.

Chad Gracey and Jimmy discussed their encounters with famous musicians like Billy Corgan and Slash, reminiscing about past events and sharing their admiration for these artists. They also mentioned rumors about Billy Corgan's relationships and Slash's age.

Jimmy, JRo and Chad Gracey were discussing Slash who is 50 years old but looks 12 years older due to makeup. Chad Gracey defended Slash, but JRo disagreed and called a picture of him on stage "bad."

Jimmy and JRo reminisced about their experiences with Ed Kowalczyk, who was known for his down-to-earth and kind nature. They recalled how Ed would connect with fans after shows, visit their houses, and even support Jimmy during a difficult breakup, showcasing his genuine and caring personality.

Jimmy, JRo, and Chad Gracey mentioned a cigarette commercial featuring their song "Pain Lies on the Riverside" that contributed to +LiVe+'s popularity in Brazil.

Mr. GoodTimes, Jimmy and Chad Gracey had a conversation about various experiences and encounters they had with different people in the music industry, including memorable shows, meeting Jennifer Charles, and encountering Caesar Diaz, who worked with famous musicians. They also discussed some bizarre incidents during performances, such as getting hit by piss bottles and being held at gunpoint in Brazil.

Jimmy, Chad Gracey and Mr. GoodTimes discussed their experiences with fans and trolls in the past, with Jimmy expressing his efforts to be nice to fans and help them meet the band by supplementing the guest list. They also mentioned their interactions with Henry Miller and Jerry Harrison.

Jimmy, GoodTimes and Chad Gracey reminisced about their experiences with fans. They shared stories of going above and beyond to make fans happy, including upgrading their seats and giving out water, but also acknowledged that some fans had ulterior motives.

Jimmy, Chad Gracey and Mr. GoodTimes reminisced about their experiences in Amsterdam, including trying brownies for the first time and the excitement of the DVD release party. They also discussed the unique versions of songs performed at the chameleon club shows before the release of "The Distance to Here."

Mr. GoodTimes, Jimmy and Chad Gracey reminisced about their favorite live performances and albums by the band. They also shared stories about Railo's struggles with alcohol and how they would try to hide the bottles before the band arrived.

Jimmy, Mr. GoodTimes, and Chad Gracey had a conversation about Jimmy's stories and experiences. They discussed Jimmy's unfinished projects, reminisced about the past, and made plans for future guests on the show.