Todd Park Mohr, Big Head Todd & The Monsters: HIS BIGGEST CAREER MISTAKE!
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In this Todd Park Mohr interview, the lead singer and guitarist of Big Head Todd and the Monsters, discusses his journey as a musician, the challenges of starting a band, playing with blues legends, and his songwriting process. He shares his favorite songs and reflects on the dark periods in his life. Todd also attributes his success to the quality of his material and the support of his bandmates.
In this conversation, Todd Park Mohr discusses his experiences as a musician and the lessons he has learned throughout his career. He talks about the importance of being in a band and the challenges he faced when refusing to do a music video for his biggest song. He reflects on the regrets he has about that decision and how it may have affected his career.
Todd also shares his love for guitars and the stories behind some of his favorite instruments. He discusses the musicians he has enjoyed playing with and the impact they have had on his music. Todd also talks about the importance of accepting flaws and the changes he has experienced in his personality over the years.
Takeaways
Musical influences and experiences shape a musician's journey.
Challenges and setbacks are part of the process of becoming successful.
Collaborating with legendary artists can be transformative and inspiring.
Songwriting is a personal and evolving process that draws from various influences.
Favorite songs may not always align with popular hits, but they hold personal significance.
Difficult periods in life can be overcome with resilience and support.
Success in the music industry requires a combination of talent, hard work, and quality material.
The support and camaraderie of bandmates contribute to long-term success and enjoyment. Being in a band every day is the action that matters the most.
Regretting decisions can teach valuable lessons about the importance of seizing opportunities.
Collecting guitars can be a passion and a retirement fund.
Accepting flaws and being less judgmental can lead to better relationships and personal growth.
Chapters
00:00 Becoming a Musician
04:14 Challenges of Starting a Band
07:46 Playing with Blues Legends
12:24 Songwriting Journey
15:46 Favorite Big Head Todd Songs
19:48 The Genesis of Songs
23:43 Favorite Song Written
25:57 Dealing with Dark Periods
33:43 Success and Touring
37:48 Actions for Success
37:50 The Importance of Being in the Band
38:30 Refusing to Do a Video
39:27 Regretting the Decision
41:13 Maturity and Decision Making
41:31 Favorite Guitars
43:19 Collecting Guitars
43:57 Acquiring a Stratocaster
44:42 Favorite Musicians to Play With
45:43 Playing with Hubert Sumlin and David Honeyboy Edwards
46:14 Playing on a Caribbean Cruise
47:21 Desert Island Discs
48:42 The Birth of His Daughter
49:43 Lessons Learned from Getting Older
51:07 Best Decision Made
51:49 What He Likes Most About Himself
52:18 The Importance of Learning
53:41 The Reality of Aging
54:53 Taking Care of His Body
57:41 The Most Important Thing Learned from His Dad
58:28 The Love of His Mom
58:52 Life Being Different Than Imagined
59:04 Favorite Place Traveled
59:25 Toughest Decision Made
01:00:18 Accepting Flaws
01:00:36 Biggest Change in Personality
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I regard him as one of the best songwriters
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @stinsoncal8393! 🎉🔥😇
@stinsoncal8393
4 ай бұрын
It was a great interview. Thank you.@@EveryoneLovesGuitar
small things change the world.....Todd that sounds like a new song!
Big Head Todd is still one of my top two bands! I totally connect with his music.
I listen to Big Head Todd's Bittersweet at least once a day. Can't get enough of them.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @ernestinebrown839! 🎉🔥😇
By far the best interview of my favorite artist of all time! Way to go Craig! I was so impressed by your honesty and thought-provoking questions. As always, Todd is such a rare gem of a human being. Truly impressive and inspirational. I'm floating on a cloud. (At least for the remainder of the day. Lol!)
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words @bryfly5816 and very glad you enjoyed this 👍🏻🎸♫
Many years and many shows. There have been a few opportunities over the years to sit down and chat but I have never seen him so open and forthcoming. Nice to see this quiet guy open up and let himself be seen.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @NMBlancoHombre, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
Some wonderful questions with really thoughtful answers. But this hit in the feels: “During the time you’re working out you are loving yourself from the core.” Ahhh….. I so wish a book or a documentary could be a thing for you guys one day. So many interesting things to learn about one of the most endearing bands.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @kirschstra, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
What a good dude. Happy for all his success.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Thanks @uglytuco3829, Rock on! 🎸🙌🏻🔥🎶
i snuck into a Albert Collins show , he saw me and invited me to eat chicken dinner with him and the band ! real gentleman
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
That is cool @localtechlc3892! Thanks for listening 💥🎶🔥
Best thing on KZread now, Beautful Todd so real . grateful thx
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words @sunnyolweis4984 and glad you enjoyed this 👍🏻🎸♫
Todd was all over the radio in south Florida when I was growing up in the 90’s. The local radio stations loved them
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Yes, they sure did... Thanks for listening as always, @thomasminarchickjr.7355! 🎉🔥😇
@joelpanettaonline
5 ай бұрын
Saw him open for Dave Mathews at the old Sunrise Music Center way back then. Seen him a couple of times since too.
Todd Is SO GREAT!
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @JimStarkey-guitarman! 🎉🔥😇
Love this interview. I've been a big BHTM fan for years and really appreciate this.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Right on @shaunfarrier9060, thanks for listening! 🎸💥🙌🏻
I can understand why Todd resisted making a video of Bittersweet. (Some music videos are just plain stupid) On the other hand, I LOVE watching them play Bittersweet at Red Rocks 2010. Todd looks back at the drummer and smiles as the song begins and ppl start cheering. I Love Todd. Thanks so much for this interview. It was inspiring! ❤
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @leslielonergan-oq5jh, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
Craig, I love your interviews and am now subbed. It’s great to see Todd! I worked the Beartrap Festival in Casper that Todd headlined and as it worked out I had a gig in another town that night and had to leave the mountain before he played. All my friends raved about them of course which saddened me because I missed it. I completely respect Todd for not making a video of Bittersweet. The theater of the mind is much more satisfying. Hey Todd, I’m 67 years old and still writing, playing and recording. Keep going buddy, it can get even better.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words Tom, and glad you enjoyed this 👍🏻🎸♫
Love the band, following for years. seen them live every time they get close. Hope to see them around for years to come.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Right on @amungus76, thanks for listening! 🎸💥🙌🏻
Saw them w blues traveler last year. Great vibes, fun times
I discovered this band about 8 months ago- UNREAL ❤ i live in Sydney Australia and unfortunately the majority of music listeners down under have never heard of BHTM. They don't know what they are missing out on. I listen to BHTM every day. Best live band on earth.❤
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
That is cool @LennoreCosta-us2xc! Thanks for listening 💥🎶🔥
Just discovered this band ! Where have i been ?! They are so amazing ❤
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
That is cool @user-nm1rh6lv4f! Thanks for listening 💥🎶🔥
Very good interview. The first time I heard Broken Hearted Savior & Bittersweet, I was hooked. I went right out & bought the CD. So good to see you, Todd. .
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
Yes, I agree @sandrakratzer8255 - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
Great interview... thanks to both sides.. BHTM.. keep it going.. love all the music through the years!
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @kokomal2686, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
Great interview of a great talent and an all around great guy. Thanks to both of you for the interview.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
2 ай бұрын
Right on @MrNunna, thanks for listening! 🎸💥🙌🏻
fantastic interview! Todd is such an awesome guy and his music is amazing.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Yes, I agree @AZFunk - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
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Great to see Todd! Been a long time, you’re looking good, man!
Fantastic interview! BHTM is one of my all time favorites.
EXCELLENT.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @srvsgal! 🎉🔥😇
Saw these guys back in the nineties a few times. Great band and another great interview!
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @bartrobinson2103, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 ! Have a good week!
@bartrobinson2103
5 ай бұрын
@@EveryoneLovesGuitar Thank you you also
A guy named Brad Jersak(speaking for Jesus) talks about being self-giving, radically forgiving and a compassionate lover of people. Sadly, for most of us, those qualities come later in life but nothing brings more fulfillment in my mind. "Dealing with your brain's resistance to helping your body." Never heard it expressed that way, nice.)
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @SamOgilvieJr, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
Need to come to either Jacksonville, Tampa/St. Pete or Gainesville in Florida this year.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Yes, I agree @joelpanettaonline - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
This person is real , I should say Todd very good no very damn good band, and yes , he gives compliments to pass musicians , but the band is fantastic
Good stuff guys! I have become aware of BHT from playing with some much younger cats than myself. We cover lots of their stuff I am playing bass on it we do Broken Hearted Stranger and we have played it for a few yrs and I found out it was a BHT tune! Love it. Anyway digging this from Durango Co area!
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed the interview @johnreilly9748, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !
At 34 minutes TPM responds to the question Why is BHTM more successful now than ever. I can tell you why. They tour every year, are humble, have serious skill, play a great mix of music and respect everything they play including hits they play every. single. time they tour. They respect the music and they respect the business and they respect their fans. That is why we keep going. I go every time they are within a couple hours of where I live. They make my life better. I wish they would do another Jamaica resort gig. It was insanely expensive, but I was ready to save up and be insanely frugal for a long time in order to be able to go the second time (which was cancelled). Not much would be more therapeutic for me than being able to see BHTM that close and that often, in such a great environment. It's selfish of me, but there I am. And yeah. Nothing but extraordinary trauma (respect to those who have experienced that) is harder than divorce - at least for someone who loves and cares about people. I've been thought a lot like most folks, and yeah, divorce and the events leading up to it was the hardest thing. Man. Rough.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
4 ай бұрын
Very cool, thanks for sharing that, @yveyve 🙌🏻 💥 🎉
Todd.. where did the song Glorious Full moon come from and when was it created?? Heard it for the first time at your concert at HOB in cleveland, OH this past year. Please get a recording of this song out there on apple music or a couple youtube videos of it.. Great song.. Only one youtube recording out there from arizona, where sound quality not great.. Can't find it on any of your albums.. Thanks for the great music over the years.. from a longtime fan.
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @kokomal2686! 🎉🔥😇
Is Todd a Tommy Bolin Fan ? He Started His Career in Boulder . Great Interview !!
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
5 ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @davidmontgomery5047! 🎉🔥😇
Tom Waits has the same sense of not selling out his music that TPM discusses about refusing to do a video for Bittersweet at around 39 minutes. Waits still stands by that. He has sued soundalikes - and won.
i was at the 91 red rocks show , Albert cut his head !
@EveryoneLovesGuitar
Ай бұрын
Thank you for listening @localtechlc3892! 🎉🔥😇
I can't.....Todd speaks of Dylan and Springsteen and and interviewer says....I never understood dylan till I was older......then Hey I want to ask you a question....WTF????? I want to hear Todd talk about Dylan....