Sunday, December 31, 2023

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Episode 171: Happy Hexmas!!

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Chatting with Ron and Bob of the Philly heavy metal/stoner rock group Hex Engine. We talk about the cool parts of the holiday season, breaking down the 'stoner' genre, the importance of Black Sabbath, their recording processes, songwriting, and how their music translates to today's world. Follow Hex Engine on INSTAGRAM and get their latest record on BANDCAMP.

Playlist:
1. Parasites - Hex Engine
2. Excuses, Excuses - Hex Engine
3. Rat Fink - Hex Engine

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Episode 170: Finding the Right Frequency...


Chatting with Frequency Within, an alternative rock group from Los Angeles that has a couple shows coming up!! We talk about the LA scene, packing for tour, pumping out singles, and the most important thing: HAVING FUN!! Follow FW on INSTAGRAM, and check out their LINKTREE for their tunes & content.
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Playlist:
1. Cursed - Frequency Within
2. Pieces - Frequency Within
3. The Ghost We Carry - Frequency Within

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Episode 169: Vomit Never Tasted So Good


Talking with David AKA The Taste of Vomit about his roots with hip hop, mental health & advocacy, collaborating with other artists, and the thematic elements from the latest release entitled The Indoorsman. Follow him on Instagram and check out his Bandcamp!
Playlist:
1. Houseplant - The Taste of Vomit
2. Stay Indoors ft. Ledus - The Taste of Vomit
3. In Motion ft. Kouraj - The Taste of Vomit

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Episode 168: Approved for Anticitizenship!!!

Talking with CG, Kadeem, and Chris...the three-headed monster that is Anticitizen, a true punk group outta New Jersey. We go over the old Brooklyn scene, new punk scenes in PA, coping with negativity & anger, and the favorite songs they've written. Follow Anticitizen through their Linktree here: (https://linktr.ee/Anticitizen) and get their tunes on Bandcamp here: (https://anticitizenpunk.bandcamp.com).
Playlist:
1. Obsolete - Anticitizen
2. Warmachine - Anticitizen
3. Two Party Oppression - Anticitizen

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Episode 167: Joe & Christian Take Me to HIGHER GROUNDS

WATCH 'HIGHER GROUNDS' HERE: https://vimeo.com/599100633

I talk with Philly filmmakers Joe & Christian about their awesome new short film, where the ideas came from, their history with film, and film festivals. Follow Christian's Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/csarkisgraham) and check out his Ill Doots documentary/Vimeo here: (https://vimeo.com/477433048). Follow Joe's Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/kramer.visual) and check out his Running the Gammatar/Vimeo here: (https://vimeo.com/109895635).
Playlist:
1. I Can't Shake This Feeling - Minka
2. Cubism: Outside the Box - Ill Doots
3. Free ft. Zeek Burse & Khemist - Ill Doots


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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Episode 166: Breaking Down the Programming with STOKER

I am joined by June and Joseph of the group Stoker, a folk rock/alternative group based out of St. Louis. We get into the journey of songwriting, main influences, the STL scene, making a full-length album, and diving into the concept behind their latest release 'Programmed to Exist'. Check out their Linktree for all links to music here: (https://linktr.ee/stokerstl) and follow them on Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/stoker.stl).
Playlist:
1. Decorate Your Room - Stoker
2. Let You In - Stoker
3. Same Way - Stoker

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Friday, September 15, 2023

Episode 165: Spenser's CLEAR Vision

Talking to Spencer, who pioneers the Clear Vision Collective (https://www.clearvisioncollective.com) and fronts the psych project SpaceyY from Los Angeles. We get into the LA scene, Soundcloud networking, creative fulfillment, Swedish progressiveness, international trespassing for a music video, and the direction that CVC is taking to become a real platform for artists. I urge y'all to check out the CVC Linktree here: (https://linktr.ee/spaceyyvibess) to follow what's going on and to get YOUR creations involved with the CVC.
Playlist:
1. Nothing to be Here - SpaceyY
2. Spacious - SpaceyY
3. Floatfall - SpaceyY ft. Murtzel

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Episode 164: Trevor Chips My Teeth!!!

Talking to Trevor from the band Tidus, a swamp punk/hardcore band outta Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We get into the HEAT right now, highlights from their recent tour, the processes behind their latest EP, the cassette tape craze, and the revival of the early '00s music. Follow & check out all of the Tidus stuff here: (https://linktr.ee/tidus_fvck) and check out their latest EP on Bandcamp here: (https://tidus1.bandcamp.com/album/chipped-teeth).
Playlist:
1. Do A Kickflip - Tidus
2. Whoa! There It Is - Tidus
3. Big Bummer - Tidus

Monday, August 14, 2023

Episode 163: The Glorious Revival of Lily

Talking with Lily Enos about her emerging solo music, being in mental health care, collaborating with folks all OVER THE WORLD, her latest single, making music with here Dad, and LANDING A RECORD DEAL!!!! Follow Lily through her Linktree here: (https://linktr.ee/lilyenosofficial), check out her tunes on Bandcamp here: (https://lilyenos.bandcamp.com), and also check out her Dad's very cool artwork here: (https://www.instagram.com/mementomorisculptures).
Playlist:
1. Redo - Lily Enos
2. The Last Time - Lily Enos
3. Record Timing - Lily Enos

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Friday, August 4, 2023

Episode 162: Jennifer's Trigger Warning...(it might get a little country in here)

***IT'S BANDCAMP FRIDAY***
Getting to the nitty gritty with Vale, North Carolina's Jennifer Alvarado on her country roots, white nationalism, this "Small Town" song, extending cultural olive branches, her prolific award history, and putting together her latest two-part album. This one gets deep so buckle up!! Follow Jennifer through the links on her website here: (https://www.jenniferalvarado.com) and find her latest tunes on Bandcamp here: (https://jenniferalvarado.bandcamp.com).
Playlist:
1. Rock This Way - Jennifer Alvarado
2. Trigger Warning - Jennifer Alvarado
3. Playing With Fire - Jennifer Alvarado

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Monday, July 17, 2023

Episode 161: We're in Viana's FAVORITE MONTH!! (well...it used to be...)

Chatting with Viana Valentine about her DEBUT LP, Providence Rhode Island, being raised by wolves, authenticity, the importance of Fleetwood Mac, how 2023 is the year of healing, and how awesome it is to turn 30. Follow her on Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/vianavalentine) and check out her new album on Bandcamp here: (https://vianavalentine.bandcamp.com/album/fever-dream). Buckle up, because this one gets a little heavy, but the vulnerability is so powerful!!!
Playlist:
1. Fever Dream - Viana Valentine
2. Would You Love Me - Viana Valentine
3. Evergreen - Viana Valentine

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

Episode 160: Catch Linnea In ALL The Cities!!

*****BANDCAMP FRIDAY TOMORROW*****
Talking to Linnea, the front of the dance punk group Linnea's Garden from Boston/MPLS. We get into her latest single's inception, the power of networking/being present in local shows, booking outta town vs. locally, and how to prioritize releasing albums vs singles/EPs. Linnea's Garden is rolling through the East Coast this month, so take a look at the shows coming up, their music videos, and FOLLOW them here: https://linktr.ee/linneasgarden. Also check out the latest single/other tunes on their Bandcamp here: https://linneasgarden.bandcamp.com/track/in-the-city.
Playlist:
1. In the City ft. Carissa Johnson - Linnea's Garden
2. Cut & Paste - Linnea's Garden
3. Friday Night - Linnea's Garden

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Friday, June 9, 2023

Episode 159: Lost in the Mist with Jada

*****BANDCAMP FUNDRAISER 6/19*****
Talking with Jada Crawford on her path to artistry, her process with her first 2 EPs, poetic lyrics, embodying Korn (in her own way), the ideas behind 'Suffering is Not Romantic', content creating, and the music industry for DIY artists. Help Jada make some music videos here: (https://gofund.me/34dec778), follow her on her Linktree: (https://linktr.ee/jadacrawford), and snag her latest tunes on her Bandcamp: (https://jadamusic.bandcamp.com/album/suffering-is-not-romantic).
Playlist:
1. Dreams (Demo) - Jada
2. In the Midst (of my Mist) - Jada
3. L'appel du Vide - Jada

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Episode 158: Jay's Beautiful Struggle with Making Music

Talking to Atlanta's Jay Americana about electronic music, NYC inspiration, screaming Miley Cyrus while driving, hitting his stride with the songwriting team, satirical aesthetics, and his artistic visions for creating. Follow Jay on Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/jay.americana) and get the latest tunes on Bandcamp here: (https://jay-americana.bandcamp.com/album/555).
Playlist:
1. sweat - Jay Americana
2. parasite - Jay Americana
3. lucky strike - Jay Americana

Friday, May 12, 2023

Episode 157: Jorge is Keeping Things Civil

Talking with Jorge, singer of the hardcore group Civil Serpents from El Paso, Texas as he gears up for their June tour and new EP release. We discuss El Paso, feminity, massive riffs, the remote writing process, and making the long-distance band dynamic work. Really packed full of great wisdom and cool perspective. Follow Civil Serpents on socials here: (https://linktr.ee/CivilSerpents) and get their latest tunes on Bandcamp: (https://civilserpentsep.bandcamp.com/album/searching-for-signs-of-unhappiness).
Playlist:
1. Rapture Chains - Civil Serpents
2. Fake Rich - Civil Serpents
3. Develop Mental Interference - Civil Serpents

Monday, May 1, 2023

Episode 156: Entering the Dark Arcade with Jess Roveda

*****BANDCAMP FRIDAY 5/4*****
Inspiring conversation with Jess Roveda on her emergence as a solo artist, her DIY nature, what motivates her work ethic, the 90's sound, and some peeks into her writing process. Catch Jess in Toronto on 5/11, follow her on her website/social media here: (https://www.jessroveda.com), and get her latest album on Bandcamp here: (https://jessroveda.bandcamp.com/album/moonlight-arcade-delight).
Playlist:
1. My Machine - Jess Roveda
2. Red Room - Jess Roveda
3. Ghost - Jess Roveda

Saturday, April 15, 2023

Episode 155: Taken TO SKOOL with Zion's Blood

Talking to Ryan, Alex, and Carl of the NEW hardcore group Zion's Blood from Connecticut. We talk about the hardcore scene & attitude, their band forming, the approach they take to music, the songwriting process, and how they see the future playing out. Check out their Linktree here: (https://linktr.ee/zionsbloodhc) for ways to follow, see live footage, and the Punknews Review I wrote! Get their latest tunes on Bandcamp here: (https://zionsbloodhc.bandcamp.com/album/zions-blood).
Playlist:
1. Cut The Middle - Zion's Blood
2. Charge The Fool - Zion's Blood
3. Truth To Power - Zion's Blood

Sunday, March 26, 2023

Episode 154: Alex is FULL of Bologna!

Talking with solo artist Alex Stanilla about their hometown of Lebanon, PA along with folk songwriting, different musical projects, some touring, a new booking collective for Central PA, and running a compilation record label to raise funds for a local animal shelter...and we premiere a BRAND NEW tune!! To submit to Alex's compilation record, email somebiterecords@gmail.com. Get the music on Bandcamp here: (https://alexstanilla.bandcamp.com), follow Alex on Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/alexstanilla), and check out the Some Bite Records Bandcamp here: (https://somebiterecords.bandcamp.com).
Playlist:
1. On & On - Alex Stanilla
2. Funny - Alex Stanilla
3. Overtime - Alex Stanilla

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Episode 153: I Got Tangled in a Jumprope!!

Talking with Chris, Nolan, and Taylor...who are the trio behind Jumprope, a new rock band exploding out of Houston, Texas. We talk about the Houston music scene, what SXSW is all about, their songwriting processes, delegating roles as a band, and we clarify some lyrics. Follow Jumprope on Instagram here: (https://www.instagram.com/jumpropeband) and get their new release on Bandcamp: (https://jumpropemusic.bandcamp.com/album/hope-the-neighbors-like-jumprope).
Playlist:
1. Rather - Jumprope
2. Do You Know How it Feels? - Jumprope
3. Oh Wow - Jumprope

Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Episode 152: 2023 BHM RADIO SHOW!!!!!!!

*****BANDCAMP FRIDAY IS 3/3*****
What a great, diverse mix of genres in music here. All tunes can be found in my Bandcamp collection here: (https://bandcamp.com/knuckleheadpunx) and I think you can even follow me on Bandcamp or something... Regardless, please spread the word about this show--all of these tunes are great so let's do our best to share...spread the word = spread the love. Support artists, buy music, and go to shows!!
Playlist:
1. Bags For Life - Ganser
2. When The Caffeine Wears Off - Autumn Astronauts
3. Don't Depend on Me - Pinstock
4. Super Zero - Asylum 213
5. Scared - Adptd
6. (Enemy) Generation - PsyOp
7. Infatuated - Ari Voxx
8. L'appel du Vide - Jada
9. Small Hollow Bones (ft. Syd Dolezal) - GILT
10. Outlaws - Pseudo

Thursday, February 16, 2023

Episode 151: Ari Stays a While (and makes me smile)

Talking with the Washington DC native singer Ari Voxx about her journey as a singer, her song evolution, collaborating, her goals gearing up for an LP release, MANIFESTING, and who she is looking up to. Check out her website here: (https://www.arivoxx.com) and her Bandcamp here: (https://arivoxx.bandcamp.com).
Playlist:
1. Stardust - Ari Voxx & Freddy Hall
2. With Me - Ari Voxx
3. Cherry Blossom - Ari Voxx

Monday, January 30, 2023

Episode 150: 150th EPISODE SPECTACULAR WITH ALEX

*****BANDCAMP FRIDAY IS 2/3*****
Talking with Alex Orange Drink who fronts the So So Glos as well as his own solo music. We discuss the East coast vs. the West coast, New York City, always being in a creative state, the differences between his first 2 records, vulnerability, and a little about how childhood has affected us.
Playlist:
1. Zaru Versus Zion - Alex Orange Drink
2. Homocystinuria Pt. 1 (1987- 1994) - Alex Orange Drink
3. Homocystinuria Pt. 2 (1995- 1999) - Alex Orange Drink

Friday, January 13, 2023

Episode 149: 2022 RADIO SHOW!!!

Lots of new music came out in 2022 and this is just a taste. Some new artists, new projects, but definitely new creations. It's all very inspiring and I'm very stoked to share these tunes here. I apologize to any artists for any mispronunciations or misinformation--I'm doing my best here. All this music can be found in my Bandcamp collection here: (https://bandcamp.com/knuckleheadpunx). If you are new to this podcast, check out all of my content, social medias, and website here: (https://linktr.ee/knuckleheadpunx). A new blog post is almost ready, the new vlog series has been launched on Youtube, and the Twitch stream is back up (where you can hear me listen to these tunes playing video games). Check it out, follow along and share! 
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Playlist: 
1. Extraordinary Null - Varlots 
2. F-Stop - Cheap City 
3. Dance Control - Hold My Headache 
4. Executioners - Wednesday Demonstration 
5. speed wobbles - latchkey kids 
6. CCV - Jumprope 
7. Front Girl - NC17 
8. The Rights Song - The Loneliers 
9. HMS Captain - Pastel Purse 
10. Regalia - notofthisworld 
11. Can't Stop Runnin' - E.R.I.E. 
12. Bastard - Railgun 
13. Charge The Fool - Zion's Blood 
14. Kamikaze Sun God - Arsena 
15. Do We Do Love's Bidding? - Tidebound