Cody Jinks & The 5FDP Tour

Chris & Craig talk to Cody Jinks, the country artist, who's about to go on tour with Five Finger Death Punch. In this candid conversation, Cody opens up about his unexpected journey from thrash metal to country music, revealing how he started writing country songs after the breakup of his thrash band. He shares his experiences with sobriety, the challenges of being a solo artist, and the importance of community in both the metal and country scenes.

Cody's story is not just about music; it's about resilience, recovery, and the power of friendship. He emphasizes the significance of treating his band and crew like family, a lesson he learned from his own experiences in the industry. As he prepares for an exciting summer tour, Cody invites fans to join him for a unique blend of country and metal, promising an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on this incredible journey and the chance to see Cody live on stage with Five Finger Death Punch!

CHAPTERS:

00:00:00 Cody Jinks On Tour

00:03:19 Starting A Thrash Band

00:05:42 From Thrash To Solo Artist

00:06:57 Influences

00:09:07 Lead Singer Disease

00:11:51 What Pushed Cody To Country?

00:13:11 Opening For Big Bands

00:16:14 Corrosion Of Conformity

00:17:30 Stress Of Opening For Bands

00:19:33 Sobriety

00:23:30 Being Religious

00:24:59 Alcohol And Creativity

00:26:25 Talk Back Mic

00:29:19 Inspiring Sobriety

00:31:09 Touring With Five Finger Death Punch

00:32:37 The Worst Food To Eat

00:34:09 Nerd Clusters

00:37:14 The 5FDP Tour

00:38:18 Independent Touring

00:40:29 Motorcycles

00:41:16 Treating Your Fans Right

00:43:42 Wallmart First Class

00:45:58 When Chris Almost Screwed Up

00:46:50 Favorite Comedian

00:49:20 Mitch Hedberg Documentary

00:53:07 Making Changes In Your Life

00:57:14 Sam Darnold