Christopher Guanlao of Silversun Pickups | Joey's Song 2025 Interview

Drummer Christopher Guanlao of Silversun Pickups talks with Andy McNamara from WCZR Code Zero Radio during his second year performing at Joey's Song in Madison. In this candid conversation, Christopher shares his experience returning to the charity event after being invited by bandmates Brian and Nikki, who raved about their first year. He talks about the thrill of performing with The Bangles in 2025 (including "Walk Like an Egyptian" and "Going Down to Liverpool"), and how the summer camp atmosphere of Joey's Song keeps him coming back. 00:00 - Christopher Guanlao from Silversun Pickups at Joey's Song 00:13 - Last Minute Addition to Joey's Song 2025 Lineup 00:46 - Playing Walk Like an Egyptian with The Bangles 01:25 - How Joey's Song Creates Unique Band Collaborations 01:46 - Learning Bangles Songs with Only One Week Notice 02:09 - Self-Taught Drummer Shares His Origin Story 02:35 - Silversun Pickups Taking a Break and Coming Back 03:10 - New Silversun Pickups Album and 2026 Tour Announcement 03:28 - Behind the Scenes of David Lynch Tribute Music Video 03:56 - Filming Backwards Music Video for Silversun Pickups 04:35 - 20 Years as Silversun Pickups Drummer 04:54 - Silversun Pickups Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Discussion 05:22 - Excited to Play with Big Star and The Go-Go's 06:11 - Joey's Song Feels Like Summer Camp for Musicians 06:37 - Finding Out You're Playing Daydream Believer Last Minute 06:58 - Double Drummer Setup with Gang of Four Drummer 07:27 - Playing Lazy Eye with Two Drummers Live #SilversunPickups #ChristopherGuanlao #JoeysSong #TheBangles #AlternativeRock #MadisonWI #LiveMusic #CharityEvent

Added 5 Jun 2026