The New Scene
The New Scene Podcast, presented by Iodine Recordings and hosted by Keith M., features in-depth conversations with artists from punk, hardcore, post-hardcore, emo, and related genres. Each episode explores the artists' lives, music, and everything in between, offering a deep dive into the underground music scene.
Episodes
Episode 351: Aaron Turner of Neurosis / Sumac / Old Man Gloom
Keith welcomes Aaron Turner back to the show and we discuss Aaron joining Neurosis and the full story of how it came to be, the making of the new Neurosis LP "An Undying Love For A Burning World" and the recent first show they played together at Fire In The Mountains. We also discuss making a living in the arts, reflections on Aaron's previous life performing and touring with Isis, Aaron's band Su
Episode 350: Dark Days Bright Nights Fest w/ Mike Taylor (PG. 99) and Paul H. (Persistent Vision Records)
Keith welcomes Mike Taylor (PG. 99 / Pygmy Lush / Yr Screaming Youth) and Paul Hansbarger (Persistent Vision Records) to the show and we discuss Mike and Paul's personal history and how Persistent Vision Records teamed up with Mike's Show Booking Outlet "Yr Screaming Youth" to bring us the 3rd annual Dark Days Bright Nights Festival in Richmond, VA. We cover the fest's history, notable guests, the
Episode 349: Mike Ski of Brother's Keeper / The A.K.A.s
Keith welcomes Mike Ski to the show and we discuss growing up in Erie, PA, the hardcore scene that Mike help develop in the city, touring with Snapcase as a roadie, the formation and early days of Brother's Keeper, the band's experience on Trustkill Records and within the scene, some of the conflict Mike dealt with regarding the band, himself and his outlook on hardcore at the time, the final Brot
Episode 348: Joshua Fiedler of The Juliana Theory / LOWREV
Keith welcomes Josh Fiedler to the show and we discuss growing up in Latrobe, PA, Josh's early music taste, his first experiences playing music in local punk bands and the formation of The Juliana Theory. We also discuss The Juliana Theory's debut LP "Understand This Is A Dream", early tours, their Hellfest 2000 set that unexpectedly got cut short, the making of the follow up LP "Emotion Is Dead",
Episode 347: Jim Ward of Sparta
Keith welcomes Jim Ward back to the show and we discuss the new Sparta LP "Cut A Silhouette", the birth of the record beginning with Jim rediscovering music he grew up listening to, his own music and reconnecting with several of his former At The Drive In / Sparta bandmates, the creative process for "Cut A Silhouette", recording the record with J Robbins and the artists Jim collaborated with on th
Episode 346: Sergio Vega of Quicksand
Sergio Vega returns to the show and we discuss the new Quicksand LP "Bring on the Psychics", the creative and writing process behind the LP, recording the record with John Markson, the Bass VI, how Sergio has incorporated the instrument into Quicksand's sound and reflections on the Quicksand discography including the 30th anniversary of Manic Compression. We also discuss Sergio's early life in the
Episode 345: Garrett Klahn of Texas Is The Reason
Keith welcomes Garrett Klahn to the show and we discuss his upbringing outside of Buffalo, NY, discovering the music scene in Buffalo via skateboarding, Garrett's early days as a musician playing fiddle in a local country western group, his early bands Struggle and Evergreen, joining Copper as their bass player, Garrett's exit from Copper and his move to NYC to join Texas Is The Reason. We also di
Episode 344: Steve Austin of Today Is The Day
Keith welcomes Steve Austin back to the show and we discuss recent Today is the Day tours, their appearance at Mystic Festival 2026 in Poland, our appreciation of the Cavalera brothers, the making of the 2025 Today is the Day LP "Never Give In", the album's creative process and influences, Steve's new country LP "Marked Cards and Loaded Dice", Steve's history with country music and how he decided
Episode 343: Egin Kongoli of New Friends Fest / Respire
Egin Kongoli returns to the show joined by Max Collins of New Friends DIY to discuss the history of the collective who have been booking and promoting shows in Toronto since 2017, the logistics of show booking and running New Friends DIY, the history of New Friends Fest, reflections on fests from the past years, details about New Friends Fest 2026 and the difficulties that New Friends DIY and many
Episode 342: Kellii Scott of Failure
Keith welcomes Kellii Scott to the show and we discuss the 2025 Failure documentary "Every Time You Lose Your Mind", moving to Los Angeles at 17 years old to become a rock star, early music influences and band experiences, Kellii's first tryout with Failure and subsequently joining the band. We also discuss early Failure tours including several with Tool, the writing of the band's landmark LP "Fan
Episode 341: Travis Opal of hey thanks.
Keith welcomes Travis Opal back to the show and we discuss the bizarre email scam that led to Travis joining hey thanks., the release of their debut LP "Start/Living", life in the band since its release and how hey thanks. decided on a new direction for their upcoming LP "Avoidance." We also discuss the making of Avoidance, the creative process for the record, how Travis took on recording and mixi
Episode 340: Buddy Nielsen of Senses Fail
Keith sits down with Buddy Nielsen to discuss growing up in New Jersey, discovering the local scene, the formation of Senses Fail and the band's quick rise to popularity after the release of their debut LP "Let It Enfold You". We also discuss the making of their classic LP "Still Searching", the debilitating anxiety and depression Buddy dealt with during this period of the band, the gripping story
That's Fair Podcast - Episode 10 Preview: Billy Werner of Saetia
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That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 10: "It's For Anybody, But It's Not For Everybody" w/ Billy Werner of Saetia
Keith and Nathaniel welcome Billy Werner to the show and we discuss how Nathaniel linked up with Saetia f
Episode 339: Jebb Riley of There Were Wires / Teardrops
Keith welcomes Jebb Riley back to the show and we discuss some There Were Wires history, the release of the band's 2003 LP "Somnambulists", the band's initial breakup in 2004 and Jebb's post-There Were Wires bands Disappearer and Doomriders. We also discuss the new There Were Wires LP "Vessel", how the band started writing again, the creative process for the record, their 2022 reunion show, Jebb's
Episode 338: Doug Robinson of HELD. / The Sleeping
Keith sits down with Doug Robinson to discuss growing up in New Jersey, discovering the local scene, joining The Sleeping at just 18 years old, the early days of the band, signing with Victory Records and the band's experience on the label. We also discuss the formation of HELD. by The Sleeping members Doug Robinson and Sal Mignano with Doug stepping into the guitar player and vocalist role, how t
Episode 337: Travis Shettel of Piebald
Keith welcomes Travis Shettel back to the show and we discuss Travis's life in New Orleans, what he's been up to since his last visit to the show, the current state of American life and the genesis of the new Piebald LP "Tales For The Rages." We also discuss how Piebald started working on new music after a long hiatus, the creative process and themes behind the record, mixing the album with Jay Ma
Episode 336: Ralph Cuseglio of Rye Coalition
Keith sits down with Ralph Cuseglio to discuss living in Philadelphia, running, early musical influence from Michael Jackson and Prince, discovering independent music and early formative shows Ralph attended at ABC No Rio and other venues. We also discuss the formation of Rye Coalition, the band's early history, recording "On Top" with Steve Albini, the creative evolution of the band, notable tour
Episode 335: Josh Jakubowski of Neil Perry / Hot Cross
Keith sits down with Josh Jakubowski to discuss growing up in Freehold, New Jersey, discovering the local scene, the formation of Neil Perry, the landscape of the screamo scene at the time and Neil Perry's place in it, joining Joshua Fit for Battle on guitar, Josh's short lived but impactful band The Now and some of their history, the acoustic duo of Josh and Vadim Taver in the band Superstitions
Episode 334: Marc Byrd of Hammock
Keith welcomes Marc Byrd back to the show and we discuss Hammock's new LP "The Second Coming Was a Moonrise", insights behind the creative process for the record, collaborating with Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips on "Chemicals Make You Small" and the interesting story behind the title of the record. We also discuss Marc's previous upbringing in a strict fundamentalist Christian household, grappli
That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 09: I Can't Do This Anymore
To celebrate Keith's 9 years of sobriety, we offer you these two individual stories of people getting their lives together. Keith tells his story of sinking into addiction and how he climbed out of it. Nathaniel tells the story of his descent into alcoholism and how he cut back and improved his life. We hope these stories can offer help for anyone out there struggling with similar issues.
Episode 333: Joey Chiaramonte of Koyo
Keith welcomes Joey Chiaramonte back to the show and we discuss Koyo's hectic run of touring since the release of their debut LP "Would You Miss It?", some insights behind the record, the making of their new LP "Barely Here", how the band managed to demo the album while away on tour, Joey's vocal recording process, staying true to the band and audience vs. creative expansion, the wild backyard vid
Episode 332: Piper Ferrari of Roman Candle
Keith sits down with Piper Ferrari to discuss growing up in Las Vegas, discovering the local scene, how it has developed over the last decade, dealing with gatekeepers and Piper's early band sowithout. We also discuss the formation of Roman Candle, the early days of the band, the viral TikTok moment that thrust them into notoriety, the making of their debut LP "Unadulterated", the central themes b
Episode 331: Daniel Danger of The Saddest Landscape
Keith sits down with Daniel Danger to discuss growing up in central Massachusetts, discovering independent music, finding early inspiration in Plow United, Daniel's work as an illustrator and poster designs he has made for Nine Inch Nails, The Cure and other bands. We also discuss the chance meeting that led to Daniel joining The Saddest Landscape, the making of their new double LP "Alone With Hea
That's Fair Podcast - Episode 4 Preview: Nick Sakes of Dazzling Killmen
That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 04 Preview: How Does One Be In a Band Like This? w/ Nick Sakes of Dazzling Killmen
Keith & Nathaniel welcome Nick Sakes of the Dazzling Killmen to the show. Dazzling Killmen recently reunited for a tour of the U.S. and Nick has found himself at a personal crossroads: with renewed interest in the band and more tours on the way - how does Nick balan
Episode 330: Scott Vogel of Terror
Keith welcomes Scott Vogel back to the show and we discuss cutting back on drinking, how Scott's life and performances have improved since cutting back, developing new healthy routines and our mutual love of Sunny Day Real Estate. We also discuss the making of the new Terror LP "Still Suffer", how the band got together in the desert of California to work on the record, album collaborations with Ch
That's Fair Podcast - Episode 6 Preview: Colin Frangicetto of Circa Survive
That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 06: I Don't Know What Happens Going Forward w/ Colin Frangicetto of Circa Survive.
Keith and Nathaniel welcome Colin Frangicetto to the show and we discuss Colin's trajectory as a working artist, making ends meet month to month, the pandemic timeline and how it shaped the fate of Circa Survive, Circa's hiatus, the personal steps Colin had to take to s
Episode 329: Steve Von Till of Neurosis
Keith welcomes Steve Von Till back to the show and we discuss the rebirth of Neurosis, the addition of Aaron Turner to the lineup, the charitable act that helped inspire the band to record and play live once again, the making of the band's new LP "An Undying Love For A Burning World", the creative process behind the record, musings on the current state of the world, insights on Steve's latest solo
Episode 328: Damien Moyal of As Friends Rust / Morning Again / Damien Done
Keith sits down with Damien Moyal to discuss growing up in South Florida, discovering punk and hardcore through the thrash scene and Minor Threat, the South Florida hardcore scene in the 90's, a retrospective and reflections on Damien's time with his bands Culture, Morning Again and As Friends Rust, Damien's decision to leave As Friends Rust and distance himself from music in 2002, relocating from
Episode 327: Mikey Kent of Private Hell
Keith welcomes Mikey Kent back to the show and we discuss quitting drinking, navigating the current state of the world and our responsibility in it, Mikey's band Private Hell and their new EP "To Dust You Shall Return" and the themes of personal loss, struggle and attempts to find hope in this world that influenced the EP. We also discuss Mikey's history booking shows in Richmond, the difficulties
Episode 326: Chris Hornbrook & Vadim Taver of Poison The Well
Keith welcomes Chris Hornbrook back to the show and we discuss Chris's youth growing up in South Florida, his intro to punk and hardcore music, the community he found within it and joining Poison the Well. We also discuss some Poison The Well history, Chris's reflections on the legacy and discography of the band, the making of the new Poison the Well LP "Peace In Place", the band's creative and de
Episode 325: Carina Round of Puscifer
Keith sits down with Carina Round to discuss growing up in Wolverhampton UK, finding refuge in music at a young age, early solo performance experiences, signing with Interscope Records and her first solo tour of America. We also discuss Carina joining forces with Puscifer, her initial meeting with Maynard James Keenan and Matt Mitchell of the band, the making of their latest LP "Normal Isn't", the
Episode 324: Walter Schreifels of Quicksand / Rival Schools
Keith welcomes Walter Schreifels back to the show and we discuss the 30th anniversary of Quicksand's second LP "Manic Compression", the legacy of the LP, bands that influenced Quicksand at the time, the major label experience vs. working independently, Quicksand's debut LP "Slip" and some stories from that era, Walter's post Quicksand band "World's Fastest Car", the modern political climate in the
Episode 323: Jeremy Bolm of Touché Amoré / The First Ever Podcast
Keith sits down with Jeremy Bolm to discuss his early experiences in broadcasting that led to the creation of The First Ever Podcast, dealing with our own personal podcasting insecurities, booking and recording experiences, navigating technical difficulties and more. We also discuss the beginning of Touché Amoré, the band's debut LP "To The Beat of a Dead Horse", early support the band received fr
Episode 322: Eric Hammar of Frail
The New Scene - Episode 321 - Eric Hammar of Frail
Keith sits down with Eric Hammar to discuss growing up in Willow Grove PA, discovering punk music, meeting his bandmates in Frail in high school and the early days of the band. We also discuss the history of Frail, the bands' unique take on straight edge, how their spoken word and dialogue with the crowd developed, tour stories, the initial end of
That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode One (Patreon Exclusive Podcast)
The New Scene Presents - That's Fair with Keith & Nathaniel. A new podcast exclusive to our Patreon subscribers. "That's Fair" features Keith M. (The New Scene Podcast / Memory Entry) and Nathaniel Shannon (Photographer / Author / Documentarian) having weekly (or as close as we can get) conversations about the more personal aspects of life, music, culture, society and topics submitted by membe
Episode 321: Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath / slo/tide
Keith welcomes Spencer Chamberlain back to the show and we discuss life during and after the pandemic, the long road to self discovery, the art of making a full length album, the making of Underoath's latest LP "The Place After This One", their recent anniversary tour for their classic 2004 LP "They're Only Chasing Safety" and Spencer's reflections on some of the band's discography. We also discus
Episode 320: Jacob Bannon of Converge / Umbra Vitae
Keith welcomes Jacob Bannon back to the show and we discuss growing up split between Andover and Boston MA, discovering independent music through skateboarding and friends, early show going experiences at the Red Barn, and the ups and downs of the life of an independent artist. We also discuss the new Converge LP "Love Is Not Enough", the central theme behind the record, a deep dive on the writing
Episode 319: Anthony Roman of Garden Variety / Radio 4
Keith sits down with Anthony Roman to discuss growing up on Long Island, Anthony's early history with music, the formation of Garden Variety, early inspiration they found in the Replacements and other bands, stories from the road and the scene at the time, the band's final LP "Knocking The Skill Level" and tension at the time that led to the end of the band. We also discuss the formation of Radio
Episode 318: Dan Thomson of Lowheaven / Sparrows
Keith sits down with Dan Thomson to discuss growing up in Ottawa, discovering the local scene, early inspiration from the band Moneen, the formation and history of Sparrows and the end of the band in the wake of the pandemic. We also discuss the formation of Lowheaven, the recording of their debut EP and their new LP "Ritual Decay", the band's creative process, signing with MNRK Records, what's ne
Episode 317: Arthur Shepherd of Beinn / Errortype:11 / Saint Vitus Bar
Keith sits down with Arthur Shepherd to discuss growing up in Long Island, its developing scene in the 90's, the formation of Mind Over Matter, band influences, some of their history and leaving to form World's Fastest Car with Walter Schreifels. We also discuss the history of Errotype:11, Arty's band Instruction, their major label experience on Geffen Records, the formation of Beinn, the making o
Episode 316: Jordan Olds of Blood Vulture / Two Minutes To Late Night
Keith sits down with Jordan Olds to discuss growing up in Denver, discovering the local scene, how a record store clerk turned Jordan onto "real" hardcore, moving to New York City to attend college and Jordan's early pursuits in film and stand up comedy that led to the creation of Two Minutes To Late Night. We also discuss the history of Two Minutes to Late Night, their cover songs that became pop
Episode 315: Jami Morgan of Code Orange / Nowhere2Run
Keith sits down with Jami Morgan to discuss growing up in Pittsburgh, getting involved in the local scene, the formation of Code Orange, signing with Deathwish Inc. for the release of their debut LP "Love is Love // Return to Dust", the band's creative process, their rise after the release of "I Am King" and their Grammy nominated 2018 LP "Forever", the making of their 2023 LP "The Above", the ban
Episode 314: Best of 2025 with Harper Boyhtari of Greet Death
Keith shares The New Scene's Top Records of 2025 and we welcome Harper Boyhtari back to the show to discuss the past year, seasonal depression, physical fitness, getting older, Greet Death's 2025 LP "Die In Love" (our pick for top record of 2025), album influences, some of the writing process, Greet Death's 2025 tours and more.
Intro - 0:00 - 1:56
Top Records/Shows of 2025 - 1:57 - 16:09
Greet Dea
Episode 313: Chris Higdon of Elliott / Mirrorless
Keith welcomes Chris Higdon back to the show and we discuss Elliott's history, the release of their 2000 LP "False Cathedrals", the circumstances within the band that led to a new lineup and the release of their 2003 LP "A Song In The Air", their return in 2022 after almost 20 years of inactivity, how they prepared for the shows, vocal warm up routines and Elliott's most recent tour. We also discu
Episode 312: Ethan Lee McCarthy of Primitive Man / Vermin Womb / Many Blessings
Keith sits down with Ethan Lee McCarthy to discuss his career booking bands and the logistics of tour booking, growing up in Denver, discovering independent music, Ethan's early band Clinging To The Trees of a Forest Fire and some of their history. We also discuss the formation of Primitive Man, the history of the band, their creative process, the making of their most recent LP "Observance", Ethan
Episode 311: Akil Godsey of End It
Keith sits down with Akil Godsey to discuss growing up in Maryland, his performance history in plays and with choir groups, discovering punk music via Tony Hawk's Pro Skater and his history with hardcore music. We also discuss the formation of End It, the ethos behind the band, the making of their debut LP "Wrong Side of Heaven", recording with Brian McTernan, End It's recent gigs with Blink 182,
Bonus Episode 310: Ink & Dagger - "The Order" Recap with Nathaniel Shannon
Keith M. and Nathaniel Shannon document a week with Ink & Dagger and the lead up to "The Order" - their 3 reunion shows at the First Unitarian Church in Philadelphia, PA.
Intro - 0:00 - 1:45
Ink & Dagger Recap - 1:46 - 1:31:23
Episode 309: Nate Newton of Converge / Cave In / Old Man Gloom
Keith sits down with Nate Newton to discuss growing up in Virginia Beach, discovering the local scene through skateboarding, Nate's early bands Channel and Jesuit, early musical influences, and Nate's personal drive at a young age to become a touring musician. We also discuss how Nate joined Converge, writing "The Poacher Diaries", the band's dynamic and creative process as he wrote with them for
Repost - Episode 132: Sam Boyhtari of Greet Death
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation with Harper Boyhtari (formerly known as Sam Boyhtari)
Keith sits down with Sam Boyhtari to discuss growing up in Michigan, the formation of Greet Death, their evolution in sound over the years, their creative process, signing with Deathwish Inc., their latest EP "New Low", life on the road, streamin
Episode 308: Mark Boulanger of Massa Nera
Keith sits down with Mark Boulanger of Massa Nera to discuss growing up in New Jersey, their history with independent music, the evolution of our music taste over years, classic screamo and metalcore vs. newer versions of it, how Mark met their bandmate Chris at a show and the subsequent formation of Massa Nera. We also discuss the history of Massa Nera, the band's creative process, the making of
Repost - Episode 236: Dustin Coffman of Glassing
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2024 conversation.
Keith sits down with Dustin Coffman to discuss Dustin's early days in music and early influences, moving to Austin and the formation of Glassing. We also discuss the history of Glassing, their creative process, early tours including one with This Will Destroy You, the writing of their 2nd LP "Spott
Episode 307: Russ Daniels of North End
Keith sits down with Russ Daniels to discuss growing up in Reading PA, moving to West Chester PA during college, Russ's music and guitar background, his history with post rock music and bands that have had an impact on us over the years. We also discuss the history of North End, the band's creative process, bands they have collaborated and toured with over the years including Signal Hill, Gates, V
Repost - Episode 226: Ryan Key of Yellowcard
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2024 conversation.
Keith sits down with Ryan Key to discuss growing up in Jacksonville, early music influences, leaving college and his hometown to pursue music, joining Yellowcard, the early days of the band, signing with Capitol records and their rise after the release of Ocean Avenue. We also discuss some of the d
Episode 306: Dazzling Killmen with Nick Sakes and Ben Greenberg (Uniform)
Keith sits down with Nick Sakes to discuss his early life in Arkansas, moving to Missouri, discovering punk and underground music, the formation of Dazzling Killmen, the band's early history, recording their debut LP "Dig Out The Switch" in a single day with Steve Albini and their breakup which occurred right before they were to tour Japan. We also discuss Nick's post-Killmen bands Colossomite and
Repost - Episode 202: Itarya Rosenberg of Rid of Me
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Itarya Rosenberg to discuss growing up in Bucks County, discovering the local scene, our early show-going experiences, navigating depression and institutions in his high school years and Itarya's early work in Legendary Divorce. We also discuss the formation of Low Dose, the ba
Episode 305: Emma Boster of Dying Wish
Keith sits down with Emma Boster to discuss growing up in Oregon, getting involved with the local scene and booking shows, early band experiences and the formation of Dying Wish. We also discuss Dying Wish's 2019 collaborations with Knocked Loose, signing with Sharptone Records, the band's extensive touring schedule post pandemic including tours with Limp Bizkit and Poppy, dealing with online crit
Repost - Episode 200: George Clarke of Deafheaven
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with George Clarke to discuss Deafheaven's recent tour with Coheed and Cambria, formative music experiences in our youth, the formation of Deafheaven and early days of the band, recording the band's first demo, signing with Deathwish Inc. and our relationships with drugs, alcohol a
Episode 304: Ink & Dagger - "The Order" with Don Devore and Evan Weiss
Keith sits down with Don Devore (Ink & Dagger/Frail) and Evan Weiss (Sparks/Lilys) to discuss the duo's efforts over the last decade to bring the Ink & Dagger 2025 discography reissue to life, preparation for the reunion shows, Ink & Dagger history, insights into the band's late front man Sean McCabe and more.
Intro - 0:00 - 4:37
Don Devore & Evan Weiss Interview - 4:38 - 1:28:18
Repost - Episode 173: Dennis Lyxzén of Refused / Fake Names
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Dennis Lyxzén to discuss his early work in music, the formation of Refused, the band's rise following the release of "Songs to Fan the Flames of Discontent", touring the world, recording their landmark LP "The Shape of Punk to Come", Dennis and the bands' influences, the origi
Episode 303: Jonathan Fuller of Sleepytime Trio / Engine Down / Denali
Keith sits down with Jonathan Fuller to discuss family dynamics, discovering independent music, shifting music taste over the years, the beginning of Sleepytime Trio, the band's history, their early US and European tours with 400 Years, the initial hiatus of the band and the formation of Engine Down. We also discuss the history of Engine Down, band dynamics, their touring history, the formation an
Repost - Episode 170: Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Spencer Chamberlain to discuss joining Underoath, the early years of the band, their rise to prominence following the release of their LP "They're Only Chasing Safety", Spencer's recovery journey, his creative process, Underoath's first self-produced 2022 LP "Voyeurist", Spence
Episode 302: Mike Mare of Dälek / Holy Scum
Keith sits down with Mike Mare to discuss Mike's work in the photography world, the perils of work travel, growing up in Queens, early show-going experiences in New York City, Mike's band Destructo Swarmbots and the unusual circumstances that led to Mike joining Dälek. We also discuss Dälek's history and creative process, the 2011 hiatus, how Mike returned as co-producer when they reformed, Mike's
Repost - Episode 169: Kurt Ballou of Converge / God City Studio
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Kurt Ballou to discuss the early days of Converge, recording their now legendary LP "Jane Doe" and the legacy of that record, the band's creative process, the early days of God City Studio, recording Cave In's "Until Your Heart Stops", the pedals Kurt makes via God City Instrum
Episode 301: Allen Epley of Shiner / The Life and Times
Allen Epley returns to the show and we discuss skiing, Line 6 Delay Pedals, the making of Shiner's 2020 LP "Schadenfreude", how the band learned to write together again after 15 years apart, playing 3rd guitar for Sunny Day Real Estate, Shiner's new LP "BELIEVEYOUME", the making of the record, navigating creative differences, Allen's post-Shiner band The Life and Times, his gear setup for the band
Repost - Episode 167: Brent Rambler of August Burns Red
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Brent Rambler, guitarist of metal giants August Burns Red to discuss Brent's early days in Lancaster Pennsylvania, his early influences (including the hardcore and post hardcore bands Thursday and Poison the Well), the early days of August Burns Red, solidifying the lineup wit
Episode 300: Ken Vasoli of The Starting Line / Vacationer
The New Scene - Episode 300: Ken Vasoli of The Starting Line / Vacationer
Ken Vasoli returns to the show and we discuss relationships, marriage and having kids, the long road to maturity, The Starting Line, the making of their new LP "Eternal Youth", how the band decided to make a new record, their creative process and bands that influenced the new record. We also discuss Vacationer, their latest
Repost - Episode 166: Sergie Loobkoff of Samiam / Ways Away
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify.
Keith sits down with Sergie Loobkoff to discuss growing up in California, shows at Gilman St. and bands from that era, the history of Samiam, their time on a major label, forming Solea, the story of Solea's final LP "Finally We Are Nowhere", the formation of Ways Away, their latest LP "Torch Songs", what's next for Samiam and Ways Away plus
Episode 299: Tom Schlatter of Hundreds of AU / Saetia / You and I
Keith sits down with Tom Schlatter to discuss growing up in Toms River, NJ, discovering the local scene, the formation of You and I, band influences, their tour with Saetia and their final show. We also discuss Tom's post You and I band The Assistant, the band's history and extensive touring schedule, Tom's band Capacities and their recent gig at New Friends Fest, joining Saetia on guitar, Tom's m
Repost - Episode 165: Anaiah Lei of Zulu
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify. This is a repost of the 2023 conversation.
Keith sits down with Anaiah Lei to discuss growing up in Los Angeles, Anaiah's early start in the world of music, touring the world with the Bots, leaving to pursue his passion for hardcore and punk music, drumming for Dare, the formation of Zulu, the early days of the band, their creative process
Episode 298: Todd Kowalski of Propagandhi
Keith sits down with Todd Kowalski to discuss growing up in Saskatchewan, Todd's intro to punk and metal music, driving far distances to see bands, Todd's history as an illustrator, how he segued full time into music and joined Propagandhi. We also discuss the making of Propagandhi's 2001 LP "Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes", the ethos of the band, how Todd developed his own beliefs, the band's
Repost - Episode 164: Peter Mulders of Brutus
Keith sits down with Peter Mulders to discuss growing up in Belgium, discovering punk rock, Peter's early bands, the formation of Brutus, the early days of the band, recording of their latest LP "Unison Life", balancing personal and work lives, what's next for Brutus and more.
Intro - 0:00 - 6:02
Brutus Interview - 6:04 - 1:14:10
Outro - 1:14:24 - 1:24:33
Episode 297: Isa Holliday of Slow Crush
Isa Holliday returns to the show and we discuss moving to Belgium in her youth, discovering the local music scene, her early bands, the early days of Slow Crush, the band's rehearsal space and how they perfect their live sound. We also discuss one of Slow Crush's earliest gigs at Roadburn Festival, the band's creative process, signing with Pure Noise Records, the recording of their latest LP "Thir
Repost - Episode 161: Cen of Soul Blind
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify.
Keith sits down with Cen of Soul Blind to discuss growing up in the Hudson Valley, early musical influences and discovering the local scene. We also discuss the formation and history of Soul Blind, recording with Will Yip, the band's latest LP "Feel It All Around", what's next for Soul Blind and more.
Intro - 0:00 - 5:10
Soul Blind Intervi
Episode 296: Nathan Ellis of The Casket Lottery / Coalesce
Nathan Ellis returns to the show and we discuss the return of Coalesce, how the band reunited, preparing to play live again, band dynamics, their recent run of shows and the vinyl reissues. We also discuss The Casket Lottery, the making of their new LP "Feel The Teeth, some of the themes covered in the record, overcoming a back injury to play FEST, the work / life / band balance, running and physi
Repost - Episode 154: Rob Pennington of By The Grace of God / Jupiter Hearts
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify.
Keith sits down with Rob Pennington to discuss growing up and going to shows in Louisville, the history of Endpoint and By The Grace of God, touring the world, Rob's PhD and the work he does in Behavioral Science, Black Widows/Black Cross, Rob's latest band Jupiter Hearts and more.
Intro - 0:00 - 5:29
Rob Pennington Interview - 5:30 - 1:14
Episode 295: Justin Pearson and Brian Amalfitano of Deaf Club
Justin Pearson returns to the show and we discuss the current state of affairs in the world, politics in music and the documentary "Don't Fall In Love With Yourself" which details Justin's life and music. We also discuss the formation of Deaf Club, the history of the band, their creative process, the making of their new LP "We Demand a Permanent State of Happiness", Justin's band Satanic Planet wi
Repost - Episode 153: Kat Moss of Scowl
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify.
Keith sits down with Kat Moss to discuss the formation of Scowl, the history of the band, their debut LP "How Flowers Grow", the band's creative process, their recent tours including a stadium run with Limp Bizkit, Kat's early inspirations, how she developed her personal style and more.
Guest co-host: Gregg Peterson of Shy, Low. We discuss
Episode 294: Jason Farrell of Swiz / Bluetip / Retisonic
Keith sits down with Jason Farrell to discuss the internal drive to constantly be working, discovering hardcore and punk music through skateboarding in DC in the late 80's, the scene at the time, witnessing the rise of bands like Fugazi, Rites of Spring, and Dag Nasty, the formation of Swiz, the history of the band and their initial breakup. We also discuss the formation and history of Bluetip, si
Repost - Episode 151: Tiffany (Singer / Songwriter / Pop Star)
I'm reposting episodes that were taken down from Spotify.
Keith sits down with Tiffany to discuss her early days of performing, the '87 mall tour and number one single "I Think We're Alone Now" that introduced her to the world, dealing with life in the spotlight, overcoming alcoholism in her family, her creative process, her new album "Shadows" and more.
Guest co-host: Emily Whitehurst of Survival
Episode 293: Mike Taylor of Pygmy Lush / PG. 99
The New Scene - Episode 293: Mike Taylor of Pygmy Lush / PG. 99
Mike Taylor returns to the show and we discuss daily happiness, band logistical challenges, the positives and negatives of self-managing a band, PG. 99's recent tour of Europe, their most recent reunion which began in 2017 and the current state of screamo music and the scene. We also discuss Pygmy Lush, how the band became active agai
