EP. 61- Ben Weinman On Pushing Metal To The Brink Of Infinity With Dillinger Escape Plan
In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Ben Weinman to discuss https://open.spotify.com/album/0lUmhvC9JtPpU8LEYHVdyS?si=pRXjbEd5Sn-Rv4BmufEF4A’s 1999 album https://open.spotify.com/album/0lUmhvC9JtPpU8LEYHVdyS?si=h9F11yWHQHuN6f_ECbXJgg We explore...
In this episode, Casey and Tom are joined by Ben Weinman to discuss The Dillinger Escape Plan’s 1999 album “Calculating Infinity.” We explore how writing technically complex music without a music theory background became a form of medicine for Weinman. Ben describes a group of guys who had thrown out the expectations of music as a viable career path, and how it was leaning into the "happy accidents" that made this album and dillinger work. Topics include:
11:02 - Artists in other genres being inspired by Dillinger
14:50 - Leaning into happy accidents are what made the band work
25:48 - Ben didn’t learn music theory
30:36 - What satisfied his brain during the record process
40:10 - The importance of having something you want to work on
46:39 - The band was challenging
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Show Hosts:
Casey Cavaliere (Producer / Mixer / Guitarist of The Wonder Years)
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Tom Conran (Audio Engineer / Producer / Acoustician)
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Ben Weinman
Guitarist / Songwriter
Ben Weinman is an innovative and boundary-pushing guitarist, best known for his groundbreaking work with the legendary band, Dillinger Escape Plan. Born on August 8, 1975, Weinman hails from New Jersey and has carved out a niche for himself in the realm of experimental and progressive metal.
Weinman's journey into the world of music began at a young age, as he developed a passion for the guitar. His exceptional skills and unique approach to the instrument quickly set him apart from his peers. In 1997, he co-founded the Dillinger Escape Plan, a band that would become synonymous with chaos, intensity, and a genre-defying sound.
Dillinger Escape Plan, under Weinman's musical direction, forged a path that transcended traditional boundaries. The band's avant-garde approach to metal and hardcore became a trademark of their style, and Weinman's intricate and unpredictable guitar work played a pivotal role in shaping their sonic landscape.
Throughout Dillinger Escape Plan's storied career, Ben Weinman's guitar prowess stood as a driving force behind the band's success. His technical proficiency, combined with a fearless attitude towards experimentation, allowed the Dillinger Escape Plan to consistently push the envelope and redefine the conventions of heavy music.
Weinman's influence within the Dillinger Escape Plan extended beyond his guitar skills; he played a crucial role in the band's creative process and contributed significantly to their iconic and frenetic live performances. The Dillinger Escape… Read More
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