Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told
What is it like to be the lead singer of a band? Shane Told, frontman of the critically-acclaimed rock band Silverstein, brings you candid interviews with all of your favorite singers on this podcast. Is it really all sex, drugs, and rock 'n roll? Find out for yourself on Lead Singer Syndrome.
Episodes
Erin Kelly-Burkett (Fat Wreck Chords), Louis Posen (Hopeless Records), Joey Cape (Lagwagon)
Episode 385 – Fat Wreck Chords Special – A landmark conversation with Erin Kelly-Burkett of Fat Wreck Chords, Louis Posen of Hopeless Records, and Lagwagon’s Joey Cape! We dig into the huge news that Hopeless is partnering with Fat Wreck, clearing all unrecouped artist debt and giving every Fat band a clean slate, while keeping the label’s legacy and fan experience fully intact. Hear how this hist
Luke Bentham (The Dirty Nil)
Episode 384 – Luke Bentham of The Dirty Nil returns to the show, seven years to the day since his last visit! We dig into their brand-new album The Lash, the process of writing and recording it, and a standout track “Rock N’ Roll Band.” Luke also shares a moving story from his travels in Rome and how a piece he saw at the Vatican stuck with him. The Dirty Nil are on tour now across Canada and over
Ashrita Kumar (Pinkshift)
Episode 383 – Ashrita Kumar of Pinkshift joins the show today! Ashrita opens up about channeling their activism, from speaking out on genocide, trans rights, and more, to finding their voice in music. We dive into their journey starting with piano, flute in school band, navigating family expectations, and finding their way to grunge and punk. We also chat about the band's new album Earthkeeper, ou
Adam Gontier (Three Days Grace, Saint Asonia)
Episode 382 – Adam Gontier of Three Days Grace drops in for a grand return as co-frontman alongside Matt Walst, which makes for a truly unique story. We follow up on the last episode with Matt, diving into the reunion story, writing and recording their new album, and what it's like stepping back into the fold after over a decade away. Adam breaks down the band's early days in Ontario, writing thei
Matt Walst (Three Days Grace, My Darkest Days )
Episode 381 – Matt Walst of Three Days Grace joins the show to unpack his unique journey! From leading My Darkest Days, to stepping in as frontman for Three Days Grace when Adam Gontier departed, to welcoming Adam back and sharing vocal duties in what feels like a natural evolution. We dive into the creative process behind their upcoming album Alienation (dropping August 22nd), and working with to
Pete Loeffler (Chevelle)
Episode 380 – Pete Loeffler of Chevelle is on the podcast! We talk about the new album Bright as Blasphemy, dropping August 15th. Pete shares how the band built their own studio and self-produced the record, reflects on Chevelle’s beginnings as a family band, and recording debut album Point #1 with Steve Albini. Plus, we unpack their upcoming U.S. tour (with Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society
Michael Poulsen (Volbeat)
Episode 379 – Michael Poulsen of Volbeat joins the show! We dive into the making of their ninth album God of Angels Trust which dropped on June 6th. After a year-long break for vocal surgery and time with his death metal side project Asinhell, Michael returned refreshed, crafting the new record in just five weeks with a spontaneous, no-rules approach. He shares how this process felt like a creativ
Dan "Soupy" Campbell (The Wonder Years, Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties)
Episode 378 – Dan “Soupy” Campbell of The Wonder Years returns for his third visit—right on schedule, every five years! We talk about the band's new acoustic EP Burst & Decay: Volume III, released a few weeks ago, and how this tour has been a unique experience with reimagined versions of their songs and a special stage setup. Dan also shares insights into the songwriting process for both The Wonde
Allen Steinberg (Arm's Length)
Episode 377 – Allen from Arm’s Length is here! The band is blowing up right now with their incredible new record "There’s a Whole World Out There" (which drops TODAY), and we get into how it all came together. We also touch on vocal struggles while on tour, and how it all started for him growing up in cold, rainy Canada. Arm’s Length are out on the road now, so go catch a show and stream the new a
Thomas Erak (The Fall Of Troy)
Episode 376 – Thomas Erak of The Fall of Troy joins the show for a long-overdue chat, six years in the making! We dive into his insanely musical upbringing, his new solo record "(AU)" where he played every instrument as Thomas Erak & The Ouroboros, and how things have evolved for him as a songwriter, musician and person over the years. The Fall of Troy are on the road now celebrating Doppelganger’
Carson Pace (The Callous Daoboys)
Episode 375 – This week on the show I talk to Carson of The Callous Daoboys. We cover his early influences getting into heavy music, to his songwriting and approach to production, his lyricism, and so much more in this conversation. Catch them on tour with Chiodos and headlining later this year, and don't miss their new album, "I Don't Want To See You In Heaven", out May 16th!
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Derek Sanders (Mayday Parade)
Episode 374 – Derek from Mayday Parade returns to the show for his third visit! We talk all about kicking off their massive 20 year tour, building the perfect setlist, prepping his voice for the road, and also dive into their new self-released trilogy of albums. The first of the three, "Sweet", is out now wherever you get your music, so go check it out and catch them on tour all over the States!
Martin Johnson (Boys Like Girls)
Episode 373 – This week we have a wildly fun conversation with a long-awaited guest: Martin Johnson of Boys Like Girls! We get deep into his career of course, but also into emo history, how he rode across the US on a bicycle, & so much more. Their most recent album "SUNDAY AT FOXWOODS" is streaming everywhere now!
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Marshal Dutton (Hinder)
Episode 372 – Marshall of Hinder joins the show today! We have a great conversation about getting into music as a child, how he joined the band, what it's like to be the lead singer, and a deep dive on his process for songwriting. Hinder's next album will be dropping early 2025, so keep an eye out for that!
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Collin Walsh (Grayscale)
Episode 371 – Collin of Grayscale joins the show today! He's been on before - but it was a bonus episode. Check out the All Access Club if you want to hear that conversation! This time we go in-depth on the creation of their new album, and the growth of both the band & Collin himself have gone through since the last time we spoke. "The Hart" will be out on January 31st, don't miss it!
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Brandon Saller (Atreyu)
Episode 370 – Brandon Saller of Atreyu returns to the show! We talk about revisiting old material at When We Were Young, being the frontman of the band and having to perform Alex's parts. We also go through their process writing & recording for their recent album as well as an upcoming release they're currently working on. The re-imagined album "The Pronoia Sessions" is out now everywhere, go chec
Jose Prieto (MakeWar)
Episode 369 – Jose Prieto of the punk band MakeWar joins the show today! From his childhood growing up in Venezuela, to discovering punk rock, moving to the US, starting the band, & finding success, we get into his inspirational story in music and life so far. Their new record "A Paradoxical Theory of Change" is out now everywhere on Fat Wreck Chords, go check it out!
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Tim Kasher (Cursive, The Good Life)
Episode 368 – Tim Kasher of Cursive joins the show today! Between his bands, his solo career, and also his work in film, he is definitely one of the most prolific artists around. We get deep into his creative process for songwriting, music production, & more. The new Cursive album "Devourer" is out now, go give it a spin!
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Dave Mustaine (Megadeth)
Episode 367 – Megadeth's Dave Mustaine joins the show today! This thrash metal legend needs no introduction and this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. We cover topics from all over his illustrious career, from surviving cancer, returning to the stage, the evolution of the band’s lineup, his books and more. Catch them all over the US this September!
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Chrissy Costanza (Against The Current)
Episode 366 – Chrissy of Against The Current joins the show today! From forming the band, to blowing up and touring worldwide, playing to 60M+ people at League of Legends Worlds, to now also releasing solo music and producing a game, we get into her wild journey in music and life so far. Catch her co-headlining solo tour with Voilà in the US and Europe this October and November!
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Adam Warren (Oceano)
Episode 365 – Adam of Oceano joins the show today! We get into the band’s history, his streaming on Twitch, his vocal style, and of course creating their new album. “Living Chaos” will be out August 30th, and don’t miss them on tour all across the US this fall!
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Matty Mullins (Anberlin, Memphis May Fire)
Episode 364 – Matty Mullins is back on the show this week! We get into what’s been new with Memphis May Fire, of course, but the big news is that he is now fronting Anberlin as well! We talk all about how it came about, how it’s been with the touring, writing and recording, and their plans for the future. The new Anberlin album, “Vega”, with two tracks featuring Matty on vocals, is out now- go che
Alexia Roditis (Destroy Boys)
Episode 363 – Alexia Roditis of Destroy Boys joins the show today! We get into their story, from childhood & early influences, starting the band, to now being a role model for many playing huge festivals & opening for legendary artists like blink-182. Catch them at Lollapalooza this saturday (their set will be streaming on Hulu), and the new album “Funeral Soundtrack #4” drops August 9th!
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Matt Good (From First To Last)
Episode 362 – Matt Good of From First To Last joins the show today! Besides being the guitarist, songwriter, and now lead singer of the band, he's also a prolific producer having worked with legendary bands in the scene such as Asking Alexandria, Hollywood Undead, Sleeping with Sirens, & many more. The new FFTL single “Genesis” is out now, with more music coming later this year. Don’t miss it!
Daniela Villarreal Vélez (The Warning)
Episode 361 – Dany of The Warning joins the show today! We discuss her path in music so far, from starting the band with her two sisters Paulina & Alejandra in Mexico to their recent success. The Warning is a force to be reckoned with, and they're just getting started. Don't miss the new album “Keep Me Fed”, dropping this Friday June 28th!
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LØLØ
Episode 360 – LØLØ joins the show today! We cover her journey from early songwriting, getting a publishing deal, to now touring with bands like New Found Glory & Simple Plan and releasing her first full-length album. The new record “Falling For Robots And Wishing I Was One” is out now everywhere. Go check it out!
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Hansel Romero (nightlife)
Episode 359 – Hansel of nightlife joins the show today! From his early influences & background, getting into the scene, to producing & mixing, and starting his own band, we get into the details of his story. Be sure to check out nightlife's music everywhere, and catch them on their first full tour supporting Outline In Color this month!
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AJ Perdomo (The Dangerous Summer)
Episode 358 – AJ of The Dangerous Summer is back on the show today, six and a half years since our last chat! We talk all about what his life and career have been like since then, while also going back to the very beginning. Their new album, “Gravity”, will be out on June 21st- don’t miss it!
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Tony Lovato (Mest)
Episode 357 – Tony Lovato of Mest joins the show today! From his younger years on major labels to now having a family and self-managing the band, we get into his life and the incredible career he’s had in music. We also talk about the process of making the new record, which they are self-releasing on May 31st. Don’t miss it!
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Keith Buckley (Many Eyes)
Episode 356 – Keith Buckley, formerly of Every Time I Die, returns to the show today! We talk about his new project Many Eyes, who just finished their first tour and will be releasing an album later this year. We also touch on what his personal life has looked like in the past few years. Check out the new Many Eyes singles now and be on the lookout for the album!
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Jake Wilson (Between You And Me)
Episode 355 – Jake Wilson of Between You And Me is on the show today! We get into their career so far leading up to the new EP, their first independent release since parting ways with Hopeless Records. Catch them on tour in the US and Australia this year, and don't miss the new EP "SH!T YEAH" out April 5th!
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Ben Barlow (Neck Deep)
Episode 354 – Ben Barlow of Neck Deep is back on the show! It’s been seven and a half years since we last had him on, and a lot has happened for the band. We get into all that, the big shows coming up for them, their new warehouse/studio/rehearsal space, and of course their brand new self-titled record. It’s out now everywhere, so go check it out!
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Saxl Rose
Episode 353 – Lead Saxophone Syndrome?! Saxl Rose joins the show today – bending the rules of the show a little this time. He plays saxophone for… well, just about everybody! From his childhood watching his father perform the sax with his band, to getting into other styles of music as he grew up, to the array of artists he’s rocked a sax feature for (Paramore, Wiz Khalifa, Jelly Roll, Spiritbox, T
Eugene Hütz (Gogol Bordello)
Episode 352 – Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello joins the show his week! He talks all about the incredible career he's had. From his influences, his own music, his record label, working with newer artists as a producer, and more. So much music coming from his various projects and touring all over the world, you’ll definitely not want to miss any of it!
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Lukas Nicolai (Mental Cruelty)
Episode 351 – Lukas of Mental Cruelty joins the show today! We get into his start as a vocalist at 16 year old all the way up to recently joining Mental Cruelty, recording and releasing their first record on the legendary label Century Media, the wild sounds he makes, and his first time touring in the US- catch them all over the country in the next couple months with OV SULFUR! Their latest album,
Ricky Hoover (Ov Sulfur, Suffokate)
Episode 350 – Ricky Hoover of deathcore group Ov Sulfur joins the show today! From his time in his previous band Suffokate, taking a break from music and metal (and becoming a top barber!), to the success Ov Sulfur is having now, we get into his journey in music and life. Catch them on their co-headlining US tour with Mental Cruelty starting in February, and check out the new BANGER “Hivemind”, fe
Cassadee Pope (Hey Monday)
She's finally here! After years of trying to make it happen I speak to Cassadee Pope, known for her work with pop-punk outfit Hey Monday (who are back!), competing on The Voice (she won!) and of course her solo work in the country world where her debut album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Country Charts. We talk about her return to the world of pop-punk, playing When We Were Young Fest, and a whol
Skyler Acord (Issues, Twenty One Pilots)
Lead Bassist Syndrome??? Sorta! This week we have Issues bass player Skyler Acord joining the show, to discuss the bands final live shows, the demise of the band in 2020, and how he has landed on his feet now playing with Twenty One Pilots as their live bassist. Of course, he's got the pipes as well, releasing solo music for the first time ever under his own name. Issues last shows ever are starti
Charlotte Sands
Episode 347 – Charlotte Sands joins the podcast today! From her childhood growing up surrounded by art, moving to Nashville as a young adult, to her recent successes, we get into her journey through music so far. Her debut full length album “Can We Start Over” will be out January 24th so go pre-order it now – and catch her on tour next year all over the world!
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Colie Hutzler (Beauty School Dropout)
Episode 346 – Colie of Beauty School Dropout joins the show today! The band has been blowing up in a massive way and we talk all about the incredible opportunities they’ve had, as well as the legendary people they’ve gotten to work with. Touring with Blink-182, recording with Rob Cavallo (Green Day/My Chem etc), being on Versewire, the label run by Mark Hoppus and Pete Wentz, and so much more. The
Mikaila Delgado (Yours Truly)
Episode 345 – Mikaila Delgado of pop punk band Yours Truly joins the show today! From her younger years getting into alternative music, touring in her teens, starting Yours Truly with guitarist Teddie, the sudden success of their hit single “High Hopes”, releasing their debut full-length record during lockdown, and everything since; we get into her journey through life and music in this very hones
Stevie Williams (Clowns)
Episode 344 – Stevie Williams of Australian punk band Clowns joins the show today! We talk about it all including his early obsession with Slipknot and heavy music, his persistence and friendships that landed them a record deal with legendary punk label Fat Wreck Chords, and writing a bi-sexual punk rock anthem. The new album “Endless” is out now everywhere, go check it out!
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Sam Roberts (Sam Roberts Band)
Episode 343 – Canadian legend and multi-platinum selling artist Sam Roberts joins the show today! We get into his long and illustrious career, from stories from some highlight moments to evolving as a person, songwriter and band; writer’s block, the concept for the new album, and more. Catch the Sam Roberts Band on tour this fall in Canada and select US dates, and check out their new album “The Ad
Ollie Baxxter (Broadside) returns!
Episode 342 – Ollie Baxxter of Broadside returns! It’s been about 5 years since the last time he was on the show, and a LOT has happened. From working with a new label and new producers, evolving the sound, to stories from touring, we get into it all. The new album, “Hotel Bleu”, is out NOW, and catch them on tour this fall with This Wild Life!
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Max Kerman (Arkells) returns!
Episode 341 – Max Kerman of Arkells is back baby! Since the last time on the show, this multi-platinum selling band has gotten even bigger (including a record 6th Group of the Year Juno award) and has become a household name across Canada. We discuss being in a band that is crossing generations, their process writing and producing records, and their many appearances in the Canadian sports scene, e
Dylan Slocum (Spanish Love Songs)
Episode 340 – Dylan Slocum of Spanish Love Songs joins the show today! We get into his winding career path, including working in Hollywood and being a baseball player. Now, as a frontman, we discuss his approach to songwriting, working with new producers, touring, and more. Their new album “No Joy” is out now, so go check it out, and catch them on tour in the UK & US with Hot Mulligan!
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Danny Estrin (Voyager)
Episode 339 – THIS IS A MUST LISTEN! Danny Estrin of Australian progressive metal band (and EUROVISION FINALISTS!) Voyager joins the show today! From being born in Germany, to emigrating to Australia, and becoming an immigration lawyer himself, we talk about his journey through life and music so far. What's it like being in a band in the most isolated capital city in the world, to all of a sudden
Mike Herrera (MxPx) returns
Episode 338 – Mike Herrera of legendary punk rock band MxPx returns to the show today! They just released their new album, “Find Your Way Home”, and we talk about his approach to songwriting, their return to a more DIY approach self-releasing the record, their live streams, choosing a setlist on tour, his role as bassist in Goldfinger, and so much more. Go check out the new album, out now everywhe
Marc Hudson (DragonForce)
Episode 337 – Marc Hudson of power metal legends DragonForce joins the show today! From his start as a guitar player in local bands, to recently writing and recording his first solo record over the pandemic, we get into his story so far in music. The new solo album “Starbound Stories” (which absolutely RULES BTW) is out August 25th on Napalm Records - go pick up a vinyl right now !
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Greg Puciato (Better Lovers, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Killer Be Killed, The Black Queen)
Episode 336 – The prolific Greg Puciato joins the show this week, with a remarkably honest and insightful look into his incredible career and life. Best known for his time as the vocalist of legendary technical metalcore kings The Dillinger Escape Plan, his new supergroup Better Lovers (with members formerly of Every Time I Die and producer Will Putney) has been making huge waves in just a few mon
Rou Reynolds (Enter Shikari) returns!
Episode 335 – Rou Reynolds of Enter Shikari returns! It’s been an interesting few years since he was last on the show. We get into everything from him writing a book over lockdown, the return to playing shows, writing and producing their recent album off the grid in rural England, to their upcoming arena tour in the UK and the fundraising they’re doing to help smaller venues there. Their latest al
David Simonich (Signs of the Swarm, Improvidence)
Episode 334 – David Simonich of Pittsburgh Deathcore kings Signs of the Swarm joins the show today! From growing up and first getting into metal, to joining a band he was a fan of, to the process of writing and recording the new record in the studio, and now playing some of the biggest stages in the genre, we get into his inspiring story in music so far. Catch them in Europe and the US this summer
Travis Mills (girlfriends)
Episode 333 – Travis Mills of pop punk duo "girlfriends" joins the show today! From his early days on Warped Tour, signing a major label deals as a hip hop artist (T. Mills), to coming back to the scene he started in and touring with Avril Lavigne or Pierce The Veil, we get into his story in music, and entertainment – he also hosts reality shows on MTV, a radio show on Apple Music One and more. Th
Kat Moss (Scowl)
Episode 333 – Kat Moss of hardcore band Scowl joins the show today! From growing up in a small town in California, getting into punk and hardcore bands as a teen, to starting her first band and now playing at Coachella, we get into the inspiring story of her journey so far in music. Their new EP “Psychic Dance Routine” is out now everywhere, and catch them in Europe this summer or on tour in the U
Tommy Karevik (Kamelot, Seventh Wonder)
Episode 331 – Tommy Karevik of progressive melodic power metal band Kamelot joins the show today! From his recent move to Canada from Sweden (Go Flames!), leaving longtime project Seventh Wonder, and writing the new Kamelot album, all the way back to his early influences and getting his start in music, we get into all the details of his career so far. The new album “The Awakening” is out now every
Omerta (Gustavo and Han)
Episode 330 – Gus and Han from Omerta join the show today! This band has been getting a lot of hype and we get into their journey so far, their unique sound, the meaning behind some of their controversial lyrics, working with some huge names, and what’s coming up for them as they rise. Catch them on tour next with Counterparts and don’t sleep on this band!
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Brendan Garrone (Incendiary)
Episode 329 – Incendiary frontman Brendan Garrone joins the show! Incendiary is an absolute unicorn of the hardcore scene, and they don't do traditional touring like most hardcore bands. Instead, they play weekend shows and festivals, flying all over the globe, spreading their intricate sociopolitical messages mixed with heavy metallic hardcore. One of the best writers in the scene, Brendan shares
Steve Soboslai (Punchline, Blue of Colors ) Returns!
Episode 328 – Steve of Punchline returns to the show four years later, and a lot has happened in that time! Getting married, having a child, starting a new solo project while still working on Punchline material, a podcast about the band, and… ChatGPT? We get into all the details of those things and more. Many things to point you to, and check it all out: the debut album of his solo project “Blue o
Tades Sanville (Hot Mulligan)
Episode 327 – Tades of Hot Mulligan joins the show today! Hot Mulligan are one of the most exciting bands in the scene right now, and Tades is one of the most interesting singers and lyricists out there, so this was a treat. We get REAL in this one, talking about his upbringing in rural Michigan, leaving the church and the backlash that comes with that, his absolute hatred for his mother, and ...
Hot Milk (Han Mee and Jim Shaw)
HOT MILK IS HERE! Yes, some people find the name a bit uncomfortable but there is no denying this new-ish group delivers absolute BANGERS. In this highly entertaining episode, Han and Jim discuss meeting each other on Tinder before deciding to just be friends and start a band, Alice Cooper joining them on a new jam called "Alice Cooper's Pool House", writing a song using Dave Grohl's guitar and Ma
Ryan Savitski (One Step Closer)
Episode 325 – Ryan Savitski of One Step Close joins Shane - in person - on their US tour. A super honest and candid talk, we discuss his childhood growing up in his local hardcore scene, claiming Straight Edge and how important it is to him and the band, their methods of writing and recording, and the future of the band. Check out their new EP, “Songs for the Willow”, out now everywhere!
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Marcus Vik (Invent Animate, ex-Aviana)
Episode 324 – Marcus Vik of Invent Animate joins the show! We get into how he got to join the band after leaving his old project Aviana, writing and recording the new album, and the inspiration and meaning behind the lyrics. We also talk about the what it’s like to live on a different continent than the rest of his band, since he is from (and lives in) Sweden when the rest of the members live In T
Action/Adventure (Blake Evaristo and Brompton Jackson)
Episode 323 – Blake and Brompton of Pop-Punkers Action/Adventure join the show today! From their come up in the bustling Chicago scene, to writing their EP during COVID, to their viral hit “Barricades”, and touring with many different acts now all while working their day jobs from the road, we get into their journey as a band. Their awesome new album “Imposter Syndrome” is out now everywhere, don’
Jonny Hawkins (Nothing More)
Episode 322 – This week on the show Jonny Hawkins of Nothing More gives us an inside look at life on tour, straight from their tour bus. We get into the bands humble beginnings and Jonny's switch from drums to lead vocals, building the wild contraptions that bring so much life and energy to their shows, his unique vocal techniques and caring for his voice on the road, their writing process - and m
Dan Marsala (Story Of The Year, The Fuckoff And Dies) returns!
Episode 321 – Dan Marsala of Story Of The Year joins the show this week! We talk about ups and downs of their incredible career, the making and release of their breakout album “Page Avenue” 20 years ago, and returning as a full-time band and releasing their first album in six years. From life on the road, major record labels, working with legendary producers while retaining their DIY punk rock men
Oli Peters (Archspire)
Episode 320 – Oli from Juno winning groundbreaking technical death metal band Archspire is on the show today! Joining Shane from life on the road in Europe, Oli discusses their intricate writing process, running a kickstarter for the “craziest death metal music video ever”, their friendship with Jason Momoa and a lot more. Catch them on their US tour in April with White Castle ... um I mean ... Wh
Rory Rodriguez (Dayseeker) returns!
Episode 318 – Rory from Dayseeker returns! It’s been 5 years (!) since the last time he was on the podcast, and we get into the very eventful years that have happened since, from their breakout record “ Sleeptalk”, the pandemic that happened immediately after that release, and everything since. We also discuss their latest album, “Dark Sun”, from the shift in sound to the lyrical inspirations, whi
Emma Boster (Dying Wish)
Episode 319 – HIGHLY REQUESTED GUEST ALERT! We're so excited to have Emma Boster of Dying Wish on the show this week! From her childhood growing up with punk and metal, to working in various roles in the industry and now fronting a band that has toured with the likes of Limp Bizkit, Hatebreed and The Devil Wears Prada, we get into her journey in music so far. We also talk about the figures that in
Chris LoPorto (Can't Swim) returns!
Episode 317 – WE’RE BACK! After a little hiatus, we will be putting out episodes every WEDNESDAY moving forward! Please make sure you subscribe / follow! The first episode back is with Chris from Can’t Swim, and is an absolute gem. We get into the writing and recording process for the new self-produced album, his growth as a singer in the four years since he was last on the show, and the different
Gavin Rossdale (Bush)
Episode 316 – Gavin Rossdale of Bush joins the show today! One of most the pivotal bands of the 90’s, we discuss the lightning in a bottle multiplatinum first album, their success as "Bush X" in Canada - which made them feel like The Beatles, their unique production and guitar tones on the hit song "Glycerline" and what it's like to now be writing songs about important issues like women’s reproduc
Tom Rheault (No Trigger)
Episode 315 – “We took a bunch of drugs and made this record" -Tom Rheault of No Trigger. Yup, one of the most under the radar (and also talented) punk bands ever is also one of the most entertaining and honest interviews ever on the podcast. They don't tour much, and they barely ever release records, but when they do, the punk world takes notice. Don't skip this conversation and you sure as hell
Winston McCall (Parkway Drive)
Episode 314 – HUGE GUEST! Winston McCall of the legendary band Parkway Drive joins the show today! From starting in the small Australian town of Byron Bay to playing the biggest arenas around the world, to say the band has had an incredible career would be an understatement. We explore all of that in our conversation, from their roots in their local punk and hardcore scene to how their sound has c
Stephen Christian (Anberlin) returns!
Episode 313 – Stephen of Anberlin is back on the show! And the band is back with new material! In this very honest and forthcoming conversation, Stephen gets into the conflicts that had caused the band to call it quits in 2014, his personal struggles in the aftermath, and how they reconnected and started the process of playing music together again. Recorded with close friend Tim McTague of Underoa
Parry Gripp (Nerf Herder)
Episode 312 – Parry Gripp of Nerf Herder joins the show this week! From writing the theme song for the TV show Buffy The Vampire Slayer, their massive MTV hit "Van Halen", signing to a major and leaving for a Punk Rock label, to the viral hits Do You Like Waffles? and Cat Flushing a Toilet (yup - that was him!), he’s had an incredible career. Nerf Herder recently released a re-issue of their third
Jenna McDougall (Hevenshe, Tonight Alive)
Episode 311 – We’re back, and she's back! One of my absolute favourite people ever - Jenna McDougall - joins the show! Since she was barely an adult, Jenna had been fronting Australian uplifting pop-punk group Tonight Alive, playing to huge crowds all over the world. Until, in 2018 when they abruptly went on hiatus. We get to the bottom of what happened, and we discuss her epic solo return, with h
Tony Foresta (Municipal Waste, Iron Reagan, Heaven's Gate)
Episode 310 – Tony Foresta of Municipal Waste joins the show this week! From his roots listening to punk and hardcore to his new side project with some death metal legends we talk about his career and various projects he’s been in, including his hot sauce company. Of course we also get into the stories and process of writing and recording the new Municipal Waste record, “Electrified Brain”, out Ju
Taylor Hanson (Hanson)
Episode 309 - This week on the show I talk to the legendary Taylor Hanson of (of course) Hanson! From their start in the music industry at a very young age to his life now as a married father of 7, he takes us through the incredible 30 year career that Hanson has had. What was it like to have a worldwide hit so young? How did they hold it together over the 25 years since MMMbop? We talk about all
Josh Ramsay (Marianas Trench) Returns!
Episode 308 – The incredibly talented Josh Ramsay is back on the show this week! He just released his new solo album, “The Josh Ramsay Show”, and seriously WHAT. A . RECORD! With the loss of both his parents during the pandemic, we get into the meaning behind the songs written for them, the extreme recording process in which Josh played almost all the instruments himself, and all of the incredible
Derek DiScanio (State Champs) returns!
Episode 307 – Derek DiScanio of State Champs is back on the show! We talk about getting back on the road, the evolution of the pop-punk scene, and what he did during the pandemic – including recording a Fall Out Boy over, working on his singing voice, and of course… writing and recording a new album! “Kings of the New Age” will be out May 13th, 2022; don’t miss it!
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Steve Cobucci (Wolves At The Gate)
Episode 305 – Steve Cobucci of Wolves At The Gate joins the show today! From his early childhood discovering punk and emo music, to signing a record deal with Solid State at a big inflection point in his life, and finally self-producing the band’s latest records, we get into the journey of this incredibly underrated band. The new album “Eulogies” will be out March 11th - don’t miss it, or this ama
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