Michael Rubin - King Falcon: LOST FRIEND TO HEROIN AT 15

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On this Michael Rubin interview, Mike discusses how he started playing guitar, the formation of King Falcon, and their experiences playing at South by Southwest and NAMM. Rubin also talks about the making of the 'When the Party's Over' video and how it helped them secure a record deal. He shares the inspiration behind some of their songs and the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of adversity…. his 1957 Stratocaster and the sentimental value it holds for him, growing up in Whitestone, Queens, and the car culture that influenced his love for guitars. Michael discusses the challenges of navigating the music business today, particularly the pressure to be active on social media. He then dives into his vintage guitar collection, including his go-to guitars and the rarity of certain models. Finally, he shares his passion for vintage guitars and the joy of sharing them with others. Also, guitar theft, his favorite albums, life-changing events, self-reflection, hobbies, tough decisions, taking risks, and his happiest moment. Super cool, and extremely bright, you’ll be hearing more from Michael, for sure
Michael is the primary songwriter, vocalist and guitarist of the NYC rock trio, King Falcon. The band recently released their first LP called King Falcon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:30 Getting Gigs as a Teenager
08:00 Creating the 'When the Party's Over' Video
10:28 Signing a Record Deal
18:00 The Jolana Rubin Guitar
20:11 Getting the Record Deal
23:17 The Meaning Behind 'Everybody's Down'
27:52 The Story Behind 'Go On'
29:39 The Special Guitar
29:52 The Story of the 1957 Stratocaster
33:12 Growing Up in Whitestone, Queens
35:53 Challenges of Navigating the Music Business Today
39:16 Michael's Go-To Guitars and Vintage Collection
48:46 What Initially Draws Michael to Vintage Guitars
56:34 The Rarity and Appeal of Vintage Guitars
58:46 Selling and Trading Guitars
01:00:17 Guitar Theft and Buying Stolen Guitars
01:02:29 Desert Island Discs
01:03:46 Life-Changing Event: First Concert
01:04:53 Self-Reflection: What He Likes About Himself
01:05:35 Hobbies Outside of Music: Working on Cars
01:07:02 Toughest Decision: Band Members Leaving
01:09:10 Taking Risks and Commitment
01:15:23 Best Advice: Taking Risks
01:17:34 Happiest Moment: Road Trip with Best Friend

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Wow!! What a cool interesting guy he is! I could have listened for hours more.. This show is so good!!

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