Barry Kerch Of Shinedown Picks The Album That Best Represents The Band

Lots to discuss with Barry Kerch of Shinedown on the latest Talkin’ Rock with Meltdown podcast.
I asked him to pick one album that best represents the band. He had an interesting answer. His favorite is not the one he picked. He told me which one he liked the best, but that was not the same as the one he thought was the best representation of their music.
The band also has a new hot sauce out. Shinedown’s Symptom Chipotle Garlic Sauce is out, and Barry is all about it. He’s an avid cook, always looking for new spices and sauces. He talks about how they teamed up with Torch Bearer Sauces. Barry said there are two more they will drop, but just not yet.
We also talked about the band’s last two-plus decades. “It’s been a blur,” Barry said. He said the band is the best it’s ever been. He spoke about Brent Smith’s sobriety and his work ethic. He doesn’t look back, but his brother egged him on to embrace his past and be proud of his accomplishments.
What’s up with the new Shinedown? “We’re in it and working hard on it.” With so much going on with the band, they’re trying to balance everything on their plate.
So good to reconnect with him. I believe this is the first time I’ve ever interviewed him solo.