Ep. 262: Houseboy w/ Brett Friesen & Ace Cowden
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Houseboy was a Chicago-based pop‑punk/emo outfit that emerged in the mid‑1990s, co-founded by Brett Friesen (drums) and Ace Cowden (vocals/guitar) along with Daniel Garcia and Thom Lemke discogs.com +7 last.fm +7 skatepunkers.fandom.com +7 . Known for their high‑energy live shows—often opening for acts like Guttermouth, Samiam, and Face to Face—the band released a handful of catchy DIY recordings including the Last Friday’s Selfless Allstars 7″ and the full‑length Ya Right! before lineup changes and personal tragedy led them to disband in 1999 discogs.com +4...
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Ep. 261: Moving Mountains w/ Greg Dunn & Nicholas Pizzolato
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Moving Mountains is an American indie rock band known for blending post-rock ambiance with emo and post-hardcore intensity. Emerging from New York in 2005, they gained a devoted following with emotionally driven albums like Pneuma and Waves, praised for their cinematic soundscapes and introspective lyrics. Their music captures both quiet vulnerability and explosive power, earning them a lasting place in the hearts of fans across the alternative scene. I got Greg and Nick on the Skype and this is what we chat about Recording their new record Deep Elm Waves Why it takes so long to put out a...
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Ep. 260: Day at the Fair w/ Robert J. Heiner
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Day at the Fair was a New Jersey-based pop punk band that gained attention in the early 2000s with their emotionally charged lyrics and catchy, melodic hooks. Best known for their 2005 album The Rocking Chair Years, the band blended heartfelt storytelling with energetic, anthemic soundscapes. Though their time was brief, they left a lasting impression on fans of the Drive-Thru Records era. I got Rob on the Skype and this is what we chat about. The weird show at Mt Arlington Elks in Jersey Joining Lanemeyer Joining Scratch Kid Joining Humble Beginnings The antics of Humble Beginnings The...
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Ep. 259: GOB w/ Steven Fairweather
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Go follow my IG Gob is a Canadian punk rock band formed in 1993 in Langley, British Columbia, known for their high-energy sound and catchy melodies. They gained mainstream success in the early 2000s with hits like “I Hear You Calling” and “Give Up the Grudge,” blending skate-punk vibes with alternative rock appeal. Gob's relentless touring and fun-loving attitude earned them a loyal fanbase and a lasting spot in Canada’s punk legacy. There’s a part at the end where I’m trying to think of the band Sunny Day Real Estate did a split with and it’s Circa Survive which I should have...
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Ep. 258: Useless ID w/ Yotam Ben-Horin
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Useless ID is a punk rock band from Haifa, Israel, known for blending melodic hardcore with emotionally charged lyrics. Formed in 1994, they gained international attention after signing with Kung Fu Records and collaborating with bands like The Ataris and producing with Bill Stevenson of The Descendents. Over the years, Useless ID has built a loyal global fanbase through relentless touring and a discography that spans introspective punk anthems to politically driven tracks. I got Yotam on the Skype and this is what we chat about: Seeing Kid Dynamite in a New Brunswick Basement show Kris Roe...
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Ep. 257: American Steel w/ Scott Healy
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American Steel is an influential punk rock band from Oakland, California, formed in 1995 by Rory Henderson and Ryan Massey. Known for blending melodic punk with elements of hardcore and folk influences, the group released notable albums like "Rogue's March" and "Jagged Thoughts" on Lookout! Records before moving to Fat Wreck Chords for later releases. After a hiatus in the early 2000s, during which members formed the band Communiqué, American Steel reunited in 2007 and continued to be recognized for their thoughtful lyrics and distinctive vocal harmonies. Their music is characterized by...
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Ep. 256: The Aquabats w/ Ricky Falomir
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The Aquabats are an American rock band formed in 1994 in Orange County, California, known for their distinctive superhero personas and costumes. They blend elements of ska, punk, and new wave music with humorous lyrics and theatrical live performances featuring staged fights against costumed villains. Led by frontman MC Bat Commander (Christian Jacobs), the band gained wider recognition through their children's television series "The Aquabats! Super Show!" which aired from 2012 to 2014. Throughout their career spanning nearly three decades, The Aquabats have maintained a dedicated cult...
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Ep. 255: Two Week Notice Podcast w/ Dana Bollen
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starting as low as $20 Support through Dana Bollen is a podcaster, tour manager, merch guy, cow beller, and a ton more. You may have seen him around the country when he was selling merch for Story so Far, Piebald, UnEarth, This is a different format from a normal interview because it’s mostly us talking about the scene, the behind the scenes of our podcasts, and basically just 2 dudes being dudes. if you want a real behind the scenes of our podcasts then this is for you. If not, you still may enjoy it. I got Dana on the Skype and this is what we chat about: Showing up to Piebalds...
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Ep. 254: The Junior Varsity w/ Nick Dodson
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Ep. 253: REPOST Jejune w/ Joe Guevara
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This is a REPOST of Episode 203 with Joe from Jejune. Below is a recap of what we chatted about: Being roommates with the President of Geffin Records Dropping out of Berklee Rama from Big Wheel Staying in touch with Jim from Jimmy Eat World Will they ever have a reunion show The split with Jimmy Eat World His band I wish I The Actuality of Thought video comp Changing their sound on the second record almost being kidnapped by Germans And a ton more Lastly I do explainer animations so if your marketing department has said recently “Hey, noone understands what we do” then email me...
info_outlinePanic Division is an electronic rock band founded by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Colton Holliday in San Antonio, Texas. Known for blending electronic soundscapes with rock and pop influences, the band creates a polished, emotionally resonant sound. Their discography includes standout albums like Versus, Songs From the Glasshouse, and Touch, showcasing a mix of cinematic synths and introspective lyrics. Over the years, Panic Division has built a dedicated fan base with their innovative style and genre-defying approach to modern music.
Big shot out to Sam Barker for the suggestion. While interviewing me for a project of his, he mentioned I should get Colton on. So I got him on the Skype and this is what we chat about:
- Loving Metal
- The Snapcase drum sound
- Showcasing for labels
- Having anxiety disorder
- Militia Group not knowing how to place their music in the scene
- The Man Alive Story
- Touring with The Stereo
- Guy chugging a beer through his eyeball story
- Not being able to sell merch when large bands are playing
- Not going to bed until 8 in the morning
- And a ton more
Check out his album Touch and be on the lookout for his new album this year.
PROMO: Shades Apart is playing a show January 25th, and will be celebrating 25 years of Eyewitness. Come witness this rare full album performance at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ.
Lastly I do explainer animations so if your marketing department has said recently “Hey, we need that” then email me at [email protected]