UK-BASED POP PUNK AND ALTERNATIVE MUSIC PODCAST
Episodes
Sunday Mar 20, 2022
Sunday Mar 20, 2022
We're back with a new episode featuring Liz Mauritz, singer for Milwaukee band Gold Steps. Liz discusses the early years starting their band in Austin, Texas and going full steam again after relocating back to Wisconsin. We discuss their recent single released with Nick Thompson (Hit The Lights), and their working relationship.
Nick and Chris also discuss new releases by Hot Water Music, Simple Plan and Sueco.
Check out 'Stay The Same' by Gold Steps X Thief Club, available everywhere now.
Also check out the brewery Liz works at - Lake Front Brewery!
Saturday Feb 26, 2022
Saturday Feb 26, 2022
We are joined this time by Brenna Red, singer for LA punk band The Last Gang. Brenna talks us through the history of the band and how they found their way onto Fat Wreck Chords. We discuss their excellent recent album 'Noise Noise Noise' and what is next for the band.
Chris and Nick also discuss new and less new music from Dashboard Confessional, Avril Lavigne, TIghtwire and Grade 2.
'Noise Noise Noise' by The Last Gang is available everywhere on Fat Wreck Chords.
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
After a little break, we are back with our first episode of 2022! We are delighted to be joined by William Ryan Key, most famous for fronting pop punk legends, Yellowcard. He tells us about his many ventures he has going on at the moment, including scoring films, his podcast and his solo work. We also take some time to discuss some of the major events that happened during the Yellowcard years.
Ryan's new EP 'Everything Except Desire' will be available everywhere on February 11.
Check out his Star Wars podcast 'Thank The Maker'.
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
It's our final episode of 2021, and we had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Derek Sanders of Mayday Parade. Derek stopped by for an incredibly insightful and candid chat about his life as a musician for the past 15 years. He is a very humble and interesting guy, and we were really grateful for his time.
If you haven't yet, please do yourself a favour and check out Mayday Parade's new album 'What It Means To Fall Apart', available everywhere.
We also discuss a recent gig featuring Kali Masi and LOVEBREAKERS (for a change!).
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Sorry it's been a few weeks, but we're back! Today, we have the pleasure of chatting to Tyler from Canada's Youth Fountain. The band just released their second full length, and everyone (including us) seems to be loving it!
Tyler tells us about his time forming the band and musical influences. We look forward to seeing him in Europe early next year.
Youth Fountain - Keepsakes and Reminders is available now wherever you get your music.
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Friday Oct 15, 2021
We are joined this time by Nick Thompson, lead singer of pop punk band Hit The Lights. Nick has been busy recently releasing new music for his solo venture Thief Club. We discuss his long career in Hit The Lights and how Thief Club came about. Nick tells us his stories of touring the world and in particular, the UK.
When not working on Thief Club, Nick spends his time working with other artists as well as hosting the odd kayak tour. Nick also shares some news regarding the future of Hit The Lights too!
Thief Club's latest single 'Holy City' is available everywhere now.
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
We're back with a new episode! This time we are joined by singer of Useless ID, Yotam Ben Horin. Yotam talks us through the extensive and impressive of career he has had in music. We get into how a band from Israel makes waves in the USA and Europe, with a number of stories.
Useless ID's greatest hits 'Most Useless Songs' is available everywhere on Fat Wreck Chords. Check out the video for new song Same Old Revolution.
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
Wednesday Sep 08, 2021
We have been away for a few weeks with Chris's wedding etc, but we are back with this special episode. We have no interview this time, but Chris and Nick take the opportunity to go through the songs that have got them through lockdown (there are other songs besides from 'Family Man' by LOVEBREAKERS we promise!). We get into other genres of music we love that we do not always discuss on this podcast.
We also take the time to discuss new music from Settle Your Scores, Lil Lotus, State Champs and Lil Huddy.
Sunday Aug 08, 2021
Sunday Aug 08, 2021
In this episode Steve Soboslai talks to us about his impressive 24 year journey with Punchline. He tells us about starting the band at 16 in Pittsburgh and dropping out of College, their time on Fueled by Ramen while label mates Fall Out Boy were blowing up, amongst loads of other things.
'It's The Punchline Music Special' is available on Amazon in the US and YouTube everywhere else.
We also discuss new releases from Bleachers, Magnolia Park and Felicity as well as new discovery, The Last Gang.
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
For episode 67, we are joined by singer Jade Jackson. Jade has released two albums produced by Social Distortion frontman, Mike Ness. Jade tells us about her background in California and the music she grew up on and how music became a career for her. We get into how lockdown put her flourishing touring schedule on hold and what the plans are the next few years.
Look out for Jade's exciting new side project with Aubrie Sellers.
Monday Jun 28, 2021
Monday Jun 28, 2021
We are joined again by our friends Jack and Christian from LOVEBREAKERS to discuss their newly released album. Produced by Davey Warsop, the album 'Primary Colours' is available everywhere. We talk about the different tracks on the record and what is next for the band.
Primary Colours is a fantastic listen and we're seeing big things ahead for the band.
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the legendary Moon Valjean. Moon leads a busy life playing in Goldfinger, Greek Fire and The Teenage Dirtbags. He is also a radio celebrity in St Louis where he hosts The Rizzuto Show. We get into Moon's history with music and how he became a permanent member of Goldfinger. He was also a member the band Story Of The Year and we discuss his years of success with them and his departure.
Goldfinger's most recent album 'Never Look Back' is great and is available everywhere.
Thursday May 27, 2021
Thursday May 27, 2021
For episode 64 we are joined by Steve Rawles of legendary skate punk band, Belvedere. Steve takes us through the amazing history of the band and some of the incredible tours they have done around the world. We discuss his role booking and managing other bands.
At the time of our discussion, Belvedere were releasing their sixth studio album, Hindsight Is The Sixth Sense. It is available everywhere.
Chris and Nick also discuss new music from Point North, Girlfriends and Dangers Of Love.
Sunday May 02, 2021
Sunday May 02, 2021
For episode 63 we are joined by Davey Warsop. Davey works as a producer/engineer in California but also plays in the band Sharp/Shock. We discuss his amazing career which really kicked off when John Feldmann took notice of his old band Beat Union. Davey talks about his years transitioning from the UK to California life. He has worked on a variety of records since setting up his studio, including the new Face To Face album. We also spent time discussing his work on LOVEBREAKERS album as well as his recent work with Suzi Moon, Taylor Blackwell and Upper Downer.
Chris and Nick also discuss new releases from Eternal Boy, Ruthcrest and Sam Russo.
Tuesday Apr 20, 2021
Tuesday Apr 20, 2021
Episode is 62 is here, and we are joined by Anthony and Sam from Kali Masi. We get into the band's history, working with Jay Maas and their trips to Europe. They have just released their new album '[laughs]', and we discuss how this has been received and what to expect from the band once the world opens up a bit more.
Chris and Nick also find time to talk about the new MxPx single and recent music from Dollar Signs, Eastwood and Tigers Jaw.
Kali Masi's album '[laughs]' is currently available everywhere, go check it out!
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