MARK GUS SCOTT on TRIXTER History & I try to solve the band’s problems

[@davidkopec9442]

Gus needs his own podcast! Dude is a riot and very sharp and knowledgeable.

[@michaelespinosa9168]

In 1991 my Mom busted in and said "what's that noise?" I just yelled back "it's just Firehouse, Trixter and the Fucking Down Boys!" Blood sweat and beers was one of my first and best concerts of my life, good times, simpler times!

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

I remember that well

[@prsfanatic74]

Great concert !

[@kellyh6474]

I saw that show. Fantastic show.

[@AntonioMartinez-nm9pk]

I saw that tour as well. At the end all the bands got on stage together.

[@whamsie4022]

My girlfriend was a big Pete Loran fan when these guys came out. I was working at KNAC at the time, so when they played the Whiskey in Nov 1990, I took her to the show. We got inside early and Pete was just leaning against a table wearing the exact clothes from the "Give It to Me Good" video. I told her to go say "Hi," but she was completely starstruck and couldn't move. Lucky for me -- we've been married 23 years.

[@garyjohnson4988]

I saw Trixter, Bullet Boys, and The Scorpions at The Palace of Auburn Hills in Michigan back in the day and it was awesome!

[@bobowrathsovine.]

I saw Trixter at The Palace of Auburn Hills open for Kiss and Great White November 1992

[@bstar777777]

I'm proud to say that, as a 13 year old, I called into the Smash or Trash show and voted for Give it to me Good. I only ever called in once and it was for that video.

[@RightBetweenTheEyesPodcast]

Hear! is an amazing album! Saw them on the Revenge tour. Became a fan instantly. Hear! is a a must own album!

[@chrisgrove7829]

Love Trixter and love this interview. Mark is really is an innovative genius both in business and as a Drummer. But he also has a wonderful head for business and marketing. I think he really gets the love of this genre of music, and can market that in a huge way:)

[@michaelbigdaddyhajduk7615]

Used to request Trixter all the time on WDHA 105.5 a radio station still rocking in Cedar Knolls, NJ

[@robwyldeofficial]

I LOVE this man! Trixter, such an under-rated band. 'Hear' - Incredible!

[@1186Dean]

I’m only 20 mins in to this so far and wow!! Gus just absolutely carries an interview! What an animated guy he is. Love it! Would love to have a beer with him. Lol! Saw them 3 times back in the day.

[@Mike-oz5pp]

Saw them in Cincinnati Ohio, Bogarts in 93-94. Met Mark (Gus) & the dude was so nice. Me & my friends were like 17-18 & we wanted to meet girls so...lol Wasn't a big fan but back then bein so young that's where the ladies were. They're vibe was pretty fun & exciting tho I must say, thanks for the memories 👍

[@kyletims9572]

One thing I like about that band is they didn’t care about making money at all being richer famous they were just living their young dreams watching their bands they grew up with and getting involved with them. What an awesome experience.

[@jimpatton325]

What a great interview. Clearly Gus is an energy kinda guy and that made it enjoyable and fun to listen to. 3/4 of the way through it was apparent that they needed a manager and for half of them (apparently) to seem lackadaisical about the amazing albums they made recently is so bewildering to me. Those two albums are phenomenal. Their friendship will bring them back around, I think....but you’re smart in taking the mediator (and maybe future manager) route is what they definitely need. First step is to get Steve on here to talk next...get him realizing what could be.

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

The door is open to those other guys, I think they will work it out, but I’m here to help

[@angryagain3801]

What could be? A 4th rate cheeseball generic band that helped to turn people off from hard rock and contributed to the rise of grunge. I don't think there's too much fortune in store for them even if they were all on speaking terms. I suppose they could try to do some weekend fly in dates opening for someone from the era who was better like Warrant or Night Ranger. How much demand can there really be for a Trixter, Britny Fox, Danger Danger, Steelheart type of band in 2021?

[@misterreality]

@@angryagain3801 How much demand is there for anything hard rock realistically? Don't be a hater. People like what they like.

[@angryagain3801]

@@misterreality i think the "cream of the crop" can still pull in an audience and that is a very small group of bands. Here's an idea: CheeseFest 2021 Headlined by platinum selling Nelson with support from Trixter and Britny Fox. Who will go on before Nelson? Every night there will be a cage fight match between Fox and Trix to determine who gets that slot. It'll be a great night of cheesy music and hard-core fighting.

[@shawnerickstad6974]

Saw Trixter open for Warrant and Firehouse in Bismarck ND to over 10,000 people in 91 and was the very first show of that tour

[@robertwedewer448]

Jason, I am no sure how I stumbled upon your KZbin interviews, probably a blabbermouth facebook post, but I have got to say, I have spent the last week going down the rabbit hole, watching a lot of your stuff, and it's really great. Growing up in NJ and moving to LA in 1989 to go to Musician's institute, you are a total amalgamation of the east coats guys I grew up with and the guys I met in LA. And your interview style reminds me a lot of how Howard Stern interviews people these days. How you keep a timeline and ask questions and talk about things that we don't get to hear in other interviews. The one skill Howard has is that he has taught us that everyone has a story and you don't necessarily have to care for that person's art to appreciate their story. This interview is a classic example. Even though I am from NJ, I wasn't really looking to hear what the drummer from Trixter had to say. But you made the interview interesting and enjoyable. And your comment about Pete dying his hair is exactly what I have been telling people about Bon Jovi for years. Keep up the great work buddy. I subscribed. I have spent the pandemic using KZbin for two things. Teaching myself how to make better recordings of my band and how to make great Neapolitan pizza. And now I can add wasting time with Jason Green to that list.

[@misterreality]

Agree 100%. When I went to GIT, everyone was always taken back with the East Coast guys, it's a mix of up front, honesty, in your face kinda mentality.

[@Girlwholovesmusic77]

This interview is over 3 years old and I recently was able to see Trixter Live 3/24 with Pete playing a few songs. The show was so awesome but missing something it was Gus!!! Who would have thought a drummer would be so essential to the band. Now hearing this interview and going back listening to Audio Machine and Human Era for the 1st time in the year 2024 and now Pete has his new song out. These guys need to get the band back together!!! Jason go play manager!! A band that has so much potential especially now. The bands out touring in 2024 Cinderella, LA Guns, Faster Pussy Cat, Lita Ford, Slaughter and so much more I have seen more band post Covid from this era since the 90’s. 🤞Trixter your fans still out there waiting for the reunion and it “Beats me up” !!!

[@tempolost]

I remember alot of what this dude is talking about.. I was 12-13 and this kind of music was my whole world..

[@craigiecubsfan71]

Great interview. Love how open Gus is. Wish they could resolve their differences as the last two records are awesome.

[@ChadStormTheAftermath]

I was at the Ritz show and saw them. Ironically, I remember meeting the band in Wilkes-Barre PA. We and a few friends went up to see them but we couldn't get in because it was a 21 and over club. The guys were hanging out talking to some fans. Me and my friends asked them where the venue was and they asked who we were going to see. We were like, "Trixter". PJ and Gus were hanging out and said, "That's us!" So I parked my car. Me and my friends went over to meet them. I would see them at various places and because I was hanging out backstage. When they got the KISS tour, I hung out with Gus at Stabler Arena and we were chatting after the concert was over. Gene Simmons was womanizing (LOL), Gus and I were sitting on the staircase leading into the backstage catering area. Gus and I look at Gene and I say to Gene, "Gene, we envy you." And Gene being cocksman he is retorts, "It's my job!" LOL What a great night. Gus is a great guy. Hope to run into him again. Come out to Vegas, sir! I live out here too!

[@asylumrecordingstudios]

Rockin Horse off of Hear was damn good! Tattoos & Misery is just as good as the old stuff. I wish they could resolve the issues.... its not like Steve is gonna be needed in Leppard anytime soon 😁

[@scottiejsrockrollsports5547]

Saw them open for KISS. They Put on a great show.

[@robintaylor7355]

The first thing I think of when I think of Trixter is I think of motocross dirtbike riding. I bought their first album when it came out remember riding my bike to sound warehouse buying it I was in seventh grade

[@ryant3600]

I was in high school when Trixter broke on Mtv.. I called in and said it was a smash even though I didn't care much for the song, but I liked the image, I liked the musicality and they were my age.. So, glad it was a smash. But even then watching the video's I was like I think these guys are kids my age. And the first album was cool, but Hear was such an amazing album. And very nice Stryper shout out.. Man this guy is 1000% personality.. what a character..

[@stevebrown2239]

I love this guy, he’s so loud and brutal!! Very knowledgeable, beautiful and wise, I know it’s kinda saying too much, it’s so cool to listen to his interviews!! Awesome 👏🏻!! Steve Brown & I also my name is Steve Brown also, If I would meet him? I would introduce myself as Hi!! Same Name?? Glad to meet you!! Fantastic!! 😎😎😎😎 🎸 👏🏻🎸🎸🎸

[@OkoPeeKee]

I wasted an hour and fifteen minutes of my time. Really enjoyed all of the stories Gus had about life in Trixter. Keep up the good work, Jason.

[@sandrapierro5026]

I wasted years of my life with this deadbeat father.

[@renorocker64]

I saw Trixter at the height of their success , Opening for Kiss . Great White was also on the Bill , Awesome great show !!!!!!

[@johnkilpatient1509]

Blood Rock, Rocking Horse... really enjoyed your band, Gus. Had the 1st 2 when they debuted.

[@dipmeinglitter]

Omg that was great.. I literally about peed my pants at the end!!! You guys were amazing

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

Thank you & I’m not sure if that’s a good thing lol

[@jimbrady7443]

Great interview as always with some very interesting dialogue about problems within the band. Jason is right when he says it is all about the music and everything else is not nearly important.

[@deanbasher2436]

Mark is great guy and friend

[@sandrapierro5026]

The most narcissistic person I've ever known

[@willd4731]

That's so funny about the toll booths. I live in New Jersey and yeah, that was a great way to promote bands. Right in the bowls where you throw the change you can find about the hottest local band.

[@dr.bunterhidenbrobruh5502]

Yep, Lol! The ones I recall seeing most were for the band NudeSwirl, and "Rich Meyer - One Man, One Guitar, One Good Time" 😂😂😂

[@gregc8483]

I seen Trixter open for the Scorpions at the St Louis Arena. Trixter's song Give It To Me Good, was all over MTV at the time.

[@garyjohnson4988]

Trixter....One in a million baby!

[@ChrisTibaldiDrums]

Great interview. Gus comes across really well. Fun, intelligent and passionate. Wish those guys could bury the hatchet and get back together. Would be fun.

[@masonmixon8031]

i went to Warrant, Firehouse & Trixter concert in 1991 at a really cool rodeo arena in Ft Smith, Arkansas and it was a whole lot of fun. Good times

[@Gunnar.J]

Trixter made it and had a cpl hits and great albums (minus their grunge look cover album), but they really should have been bigger and lasted longer. They were/are great musicians!

[@AudiophileTubes]

Trixter, WOW Jason! I'm suddenly getting flashbacks for bands like Starz, TT Quick, Zebra, Rat Race Choir, The Good Rats, etc from places like The Soap Factory, Hole In The Wall, Circus Circus in Jersey...

[@machinegunsymphony4401]

Best one so far … what a great dude . Down the waste some time rabbit hole has really paid off

[@stephenmcgraw8871]

Yes,I turned 50 in May,and it`s GOTTA get to the point of just being an adult about everything to make it better,,,,there`s too many people passing on,getting ill,what have you;the ability`s still there,the attitude`s still there,the music`s still there for these guys.......C`mon man,no matter what society says,words are just friggin` words,"stix and stones",etc.....unity in a band is a helluva lot bigger than a few misplaced angry words.......the band`s bigger than that.....GOD BLESS

[@nahnotsomuch2292]

How has this guy not had a 2nd massive career voicing cartoon characters?

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

Agreed

[@craigdufresne]

I’m probably not in the general consensus here, but I found this interview to be annoying. Trixter is a good band, but this guy is annoying AF.

[@marcf869]

@@craigdufresne I thought it was spectacular and wished it was another 2 hrs with in depth info about the Arena tours!

[@metallion0738]

@@craigdufresne. I disagree, I think he's fun to listen.

[@thepatester]

@@craigdufresne Ridiculous. He was positive, energetic, and full of good stories and memories.

[@oscarbalza]

Their albums are Soooolid!!!! Great band

[@Tishluvsoasis]

Hilarious, great interview!! Love youse Jason and Gus!!

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

Thank you, I think this was a funny one for sure

[@gregsimmons694]

Thanks for sharing Jason:) Well done buddy! Gus is funny! Good interview! Thank God for savior Jesus on flat earth !

[@keithcurley6760]

Great interview, Gus is a trip :)

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

Fun interview for sure!

[@metallion0738]

I thought he was Mark Mendoza from Twisted Sister at first bro, however great interview bro.🤟🏼

[@willydodson1]

Long time no see, great interview! Glad to see diverse bands.

[@kevinkaatz883]

Another fav band of mine. Jason on a roll. Jason and Full In Bloom r 2 of the best interviewers going

[@MetalAsylumNJ]

Use to see these guys in the clubs in jersey. And was good to see them in arenas with Kiss.

[@paulstanley9436]

Gus seems like a cool ass dude. I wanna hangout with him 🤣😂

[@donlong4331]

Awesome shirt Gus!!!!

[@jodys765]

I saw Trixter when they opened for KISS. We loved Trixter. And left half way through KISS lol I hope Trixter can figure it out and get back together 🤘

[@willd4731]

I watched MTV religiously back during this era. I don't recall any videos from trixter being played OTHER than on dial MTV. It was almost as if they were forced into playing them because the people demanded it. They were never on during regular non-dial MTV hours..

[@angryagain3801]

Your memory is accurate. These guys didn't get much airplay from Mtv. They got enough to go gold but when the 2nd album was released those people sure didn't stick around to buy that 2nd album. It was on and off the charts in a matter of about 3 weeks.

[@johnmatthews5321]

I saw trixter open for the scorpions selland arena Fresno CA

[@lloydkellett8106]

I think gus needs to switch to decaf 🤣

[@livinghorizons7068]

Great Band!

[@ethanswinson9712]

did not disappoint! wtf was Surrender? Anyway Olivia Newton-John just passed away so I guess I will find out tonight

[@docnasty74]

Great band. Mark is as animated as Johnny Rod.

[@edd7458]

Now i know why the band broke up..got tired of hearing this guy talk now stop..chill dude i almost had a panic attack trying to watch this geeeez

[@rkline65]

MGS is right, they are a bunch of goofs….and that’s cool, they are (were) enjoying themselves. So much so that I have seen interviews with them all together and it was borderline annoying. But THIS……this was a great interview. It’s a shame because they really are talented together. There is no reason they shouldn’t be putting it all behind them and playing on one of the summer tour packages and what not. St

[@Drfrostybrew]

Gus reminds me of Del Griffith.

[@kkp9068]

xenon was a awsome band

[@aronbasile676]

man Gus likes to talk.

[@anarchyxtra7795]

"I get ta beat da faukin drums" 😅

[@BillyBongwaters]

How can anyone not want this guy in your band.....Get a manager... and DO THIS SHIT... you only live once .....

[@thomaswolf6474]

When I had band in 93 i was 21 singer was 28 other guitar player 27 drummer my age 21 his brother bass player was """ 18 """

[@VisserBros10]

His comments on Bon Jovi keep the faith are incorrect. It sold 8 million copies. They changed their image and my opinion one of their best. Sambora found his sound on it and stopped playing Kramer guitar and played fender strata stopped trying to shredd.

[@rockingstar3534]

Not exactly true maybe . I saw in an old JBJ documentary video. They were in the studio deciding some stuff. Richie said some ideas, Jon immediately disagreed. And Richie just say I was just trying to suggest an options, but Jon replied, no..we can decide on that now. My point is..Jon have the final say in the band. Richie is just a hired gun just that he get more credits cos he co-wrote some songs. So Richie didn't get new sound. Jon changed directions on keep the faith album.

[@VisserBros10]

@@rockingstar3534 I guess it would come down to who came up with the riffs? Jbj from what I've seen can't play guitar that well. So Richie must have come up with riffs on keep the faith. Unless it was some studio guy.

[@kevinkaatz883]

Looks like an apology is warranted, but if no one is willing to start with an, "I'm sorry.......", then forget about it. And yes people, there are those who can't apologize, don't know how to.........

[@robintaylor7355]

#GiveItToMeGood

[@RAIDERPATTON71]

Seen Trixster , Firehouse, & Warrant at the civic center in Asheville NC August 13 1991 Blood sweat & Beers tour. To be honest Trixster & Firehouse put on a better show than warrant that night.

[@willd4731]

It's amazing how a song like line of fire would be considered "hard" for 1990 standards, and this was the song to establish their "rock credibility.". Given how heavier "heavy" music has become since then, a song like that today would be considered top 40, at best if not even adult contemporary .

[@williamboyle8918]

Odd when the drummer is the mouthpiece of the band. He always has been, smart guy. Lol.

[@robbieduffy9998]

Talking of cartoons...close your eyes and this guy's fred flintstone....!!!

[@kkp9068]

i remember them sound like bonjovi

[@elliottstrong6650]

This guy can"t let Jason finish a thought

[@mannyruiz1954]

Yeah it's feast or famine. Jason's a great interviewer but the guests can be difficult to stay with for an hour. This Gus dude was just bouncing off the walls, know what I mean? Ha ha haaaaaaa. Yikes.

[@Drfrostybrew]

I know, Jason could walk away and come back and he’d still be talking…

[@kevinkaatz883]

Wow, Gus is OUT TO LUNCH! Literally and figuratively. Lol.

[@kkp9068]

i thought tarkanish was the manager

[@MrGodshate]

The Joe Pesci of rock

[@markgusscottusa]

What, am I here to amuse you???? What the f**k is so funny about me!!???. Ha!!

[@chrissttiiee]

New here 😂

[@WasteSomeTimewithJasonGreen]

Welcome!

[@robertharding8394]

almost like droppin bands was a setup and pushing grunge was next

[@pal4597]

Gus needs more energy! Lol

[@roberthaizlip4057]

Is that AJ Pero??? lol

[@michaelzedalis4690]

This bands music was so goofy and not metal, barely hard rock.

[@Dozereyes]

It is called stripper dance rock. It was Slaughter, Warrant, Firehouse, XYZ, genre. Flashing guitar playing with big choruses with a same song structure. Unfortunately it’s bubblegum rock- unlistenable nowadays.

[@edd7458]

How many times is this clown gonna say HOW COOL IS THAT !!

[@JJSS-vg1qs]

Gus interrupts to much.

[@markgusscottusa]

True..... Im sorry about that.. Couldn't hear Jason sometimes...... Crappy Wi-Fi..