Godsmack, Family & the Road to a Solo Album: Lee Richards’ Rock Journey

In this episode of The Mack & G Show, we sit down with Lee Richards, an accomplished musician, songwriter, and producer best known as the original guitarist for Godsmack. Lee takes us through his career—from the early days of forming one of rock’s biggest bands to stepping away for fatherhood, and now, gearing up for his first solo album, Lee Richards & Friends.

We explore his journey through music, working with legends, and how he balances rock and family life. He shares untold stories from the road, the inside scoop on writing hit songs, and what keeps him inspired after decades in the industry.

 

Highlights include:

• Godsmack Origins & Leaving for Fatherhood
• The Reality of the Music Business
• Songwriting Secrets & Collaborating with Rock Legends
• The Craziest Crowd Lee Ever Played For
• Balancing Music & Family Life
• What’s next? Lee Richards’ debut solo album

Lee’s stories are raw, real, and full of wisdom—whether you’re a music fan, an aspiring artist, or just love a great conversation.

 

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Welcome to The Mack & G Show
01:00 – Meet Lee Richards: Godsmack Origins
08:20 – Forming Godsmack & Early Days in the Band
12:40 – Why Lee Left Godsmack for Fatherhood
17:04 – The Harsh Reality of the Music Business
19:50 – Lee’s Songwriting Process & Inspiration
33:50 – Working with Producer Dave Jerden
43:40 – The Most Surreal Crowd Lee Ever Played For
48:31 – Touring in the U.S. vs. Europe: Key Differences
53:45 – Lee’s Upcoming Solo Album Lee Richards & Friends
56:42 – How Lee Balanced Music & Fatherhood
1:03:42 – Advice for Young Musicians Today

 

Links & Mentions:

• Another Animal on Spotify
• Dropbox on Spotify
• Godsmack on Spotify
• Dropbox - Wishbone
• Another Animal – Black Coffee Blues
• Another Animal – Broken Again
• John Kosco & Lee Richards - Touché
• Richards/Crane feat. Myles Kennedy - Black & White (Official Video)
• Bamboozled.Boston Podcast
• Jordan vs Bird C64 Gameplay
• Russell Autobody in Pelham, NH
• Fletch - Put it on the Underhills Tab

 

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