UK-BASED POP PUNK AND ALTERNATIVE MUSIC PODCAST
Episodes
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
We are joined by Lewis from the Australian punk rock band, Beddy Rays. Lewis tells us about their quick rise within the Aussie punk scene and how their new album came about. Recently voted MTV's indigenous band of the month, these guys are one to watch.
Their new sell titled album is now available everywhere.
Chris and Nick also discuss a recent Lars Fredericksen gig in Newcastle, and a story about Billy Bragg having a Rancid tattoo.
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Sorry it's been a few weeks, but we're back! We're long-time fans of Unwritten Law, so we were absolutely thrilled to have the legend that is Scott Russo on this time! Unwritten Law have just released their new studio album 'The Hum'. We were excited to discuss the new music with Scott and we covered many things without his long, colourful career. We honestly could have talked to him all day.
Go check out 'The Hum' wherever you get your music.
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Episode 80 is here and we are joined by Jack and Sid from the UK punk band Grade 2. The boys have just come back from LA from recording their second full length with the legendary Tim Armstrong. We were keen to hear about their history as a band and them coming up on the Isle of Wight scene.
When we spoke to them, they were about to head out on a European tour with Social Distortion and our good friends LOVEBREAKERS.
Check out their last full-length Graveyard Island, available everywhere.
Friday May 20, 2022
Friday May 20, 2022
We had the pleasure of being joined by Charlotte Sands. Charlotte Sands has had a massive 2021 and 2022. She has been on tour with huge stars like Yungblud and The Maine, released a single with The Maine and Taking Back Sunday, and a put out a well-received EP.
We spoke to her shortly before her trip to the UK for a headline show in Camden and a huge gig supporting My Chemical Romance.
Charlotte's new 'Out Of My Head' featuring Aaron Gillespie is avaialble everywhere now.
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
For episode 78 we are joined by Brian Lada of Chicago band Belmont. Belmont just released a new record via Pure Noise called Aftermath. We discuss the band's rise to fame since they formed in 2014. Brian talks us through his influences and how the recent single 'Country Girl' came about!
Aftermath is out now everywhere.
Chris and Nick also discuss new released from Cold Years, Lit, The Wonder Years and The Interrupters.
Friday Apr 01, 2022
Friday Apr 01, 2022
We are joined by Kieran Kelly, one of the founders of Manchester Punk Festival. MPF has become a staple in the UK scene and is very much our version of Fest! Kieran talks us through how the festival came about and logistics of running it. MPF 2022 is the return of the festival after having to take a break during the pandemic, so we discuss this difficult time. Kieran is also in the band Throwing Stuff and runs promotions company Moving North, so there was plenty to cover!
Manchester Punk Festival returns Friday 15th April 2022! It's sold out, but you can still pick up some merch!
Chris and Nick also find time to discuss the new release from Machine Gun Kelly as well as a cover by MxPx/Bad Cop Bad Cop/Zebrahead of a song from the excellent Mercy Music, who are part of the Wiretap records family.
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.