Defender of the Riff

Mike Leon (SOULFLY)

Episode Summary

Today, Daniel Dekay welcomes Soulfly's Bass God Mike Leon to Defender Of The Riff where, after crushing 2 glorious sets at the Headbangers Boat, Mike gives his thoughts on playing at sea, and rolling his ankle on the very first jump of the show.

Episode Notes

Mike presents his Signature ESP bass and details what it changes tone-wise from his previous collection, as well as the uniqueness of its design that makes every bass in the series different.

The bassist dives back into playing with his previous melodeth band The Absence that allowed him to make many friends, develop his playing, and shape the musician he is today.

Mike divulges his journey with thrash metal legends Havok and discusses his ongoing trek with Soulfly and what he's learned about himself and his playing over the course of it!