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Gary Johnstone

Gary Johnstone (aka MexiGary) from one of the UK's busiest covers bands "Three Card Trick" tells funny stories (he thinks) from the point of view of a travelling full time guitarist, singer and songwriter. The podcast often includes guests who work in the same field to share their experiences. It's a must listen for any grassroots working musician, regardless of where you're based. Feel free to contact us if you'd like to be a guest on the podcast.

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S1 · E17
Sunday · 24 min
ep 17 - Edinburgh fringe gigs. Missing a McFly gig. New rock album.
Back to basics on this, for better or worse. Not the best audio but next week we'll be going all pro audio AND video so catch up with me you know where (YT @garyjohnstonemusic) Will be demoing a tiny new Vox amp head and a giant sounding Tele with P90s! It's black and gold, it needs to be seen to be believed :-D Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E16
Sunday · 56 min
ep 16 ft Doug Jagger - Favorite gigs. Playing with The Darkness.
Doug Jagger from @facethesilenceband joins me for a chat originally aired July 2026 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E14
Sunday · 58 min
ep 14 ft Doug Jagger - Battle of the bands. Tech issues. Random road trips.
Doug Jagger from @facethesilenceband joins me for a chat originally aired June 29 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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Sunday · 1 hr 22 min
ep 15 ft Doug Jagger - Dookie. VR games. 90s grunge VS britpop.
Doug Jagger from @facethesilenceband joins me for a chat originally aired July 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E12
Sunday · 1 hr 3 min
ep 12 ft. Doug Jagger - Scottish weather. Popstar astronaughts. Gibson 339.
Doug Jagger from @facethesilenceband joins me for a chat Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E13
Sunday · 1 hr 2 min
ep 13 ft. Doug Jagger - Squid stings. Amps vs V-amps. Ozzy.
Doug Jagger from @facethesilenceband joins me for a chat originally aired July 2026 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E5
Sunday · 53 min
ep 5 - Playing with Cory Wong. Custom Fenders. Digital vs analog.
originally aired on YTube Feb 23 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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Sunday · 42 min
ep 6 - Playing an 18th bday party. John Mayer Trio. Fender Strat wiring.
originally aired on YTube March 2 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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Sunday · 52 min
ep 7 - Wedding gigs. 2 piece bands. Collaboration albums
originally aired on YTube March 23 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E8
Sunday · 37 min
ep 8 - Chris Cornell. Jam nights. Scottish weather.
originally aired on YTube April 7 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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Sunday · 26 min
ep 9 - Squier Tele Deluxe. Combos vs heads. Speakers
originally aired on YTube April 14 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E10
Sunday · 38 min
ep 10 - City Centre gigs. Repurposing equipment. Noise suppressors
originally aired on YTube April 14 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E11
Sunday · 30 min
ep 11 - Viral videos. Reliced guitars, Vintage gaming.
originally aired on YTube May 26 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E1
Sunday · 26 min
ep1 - The Pilot
originally aired on YTube Jan 27 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E2
Sunday · 36 min
ep2 - The Grammys, tone junkie bassists & live music pubs in Glasgow
originally aired on YTube Feb 3 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E3
Sunday · 36 min
ep 3 - Video game music. Recording cover songs. Van Stress
originally aired on YTube Feb 12 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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S1 · E4
Sunday · 37 min
ep 4 - Unique band names. New gig residency. Distortion pedals.
originally aired on YTube Feb 16 2025 Just MexiGary talking about weekly goings on in the world of a (mostly) covers band in the UK. Put it on while you re-string your guitars, do the dishes or fix up your car. Nice of you to stop by 🤩 linktr.ee/mexigary IG - mexigary www.garyjohnstonemusic.com facebook.com/garyjohnstonemusic youtube.com/garyjohnstonemusic email : info@garyjohnstonemusic.com
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