100 Words Or Less: The Podcast

BE SPECIFIC - EPISODE 2: Wayne Pighini from Fly South Management on Rammstein’s meteoric rise to become one of the biggest bands in the world. Wayne is a close friend and he worked hand in hand with a band at the label that initially exposed them here in the US. Very few of us have a front row seat when a band is exploding and Wayne walks us through a lot of the intricacies of what he was doing at the label. Tons of rad details in this chat and you will undoubtedly enjoy. Dive into YouTube Music and their new app, it’s the BEST place to stream all of your favorite music and discovering your new favorite bands. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BE SPECIFIC - EPISODE 1: Shane Told from Silverstein hops on the show to discuss the business of being in a band and tells stories about how he lost a briefcase of cash, the intricacies of touring and ultimately, did Silverstein ever sell more merch than the Deftones? This series is all about shedding a light on things that people are sometimes afraid to talk about and ultimately, to be specific. Dive into YouTube Music and their new app, it’s the BEST place to stream all of your favorite music and discovering your new favorite bands. Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP and get $50 off with promo code WORDS Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 325 - Do you know what it’s like to play in the NBA? My guest this week Paul Shirley does. He’s a professional writer and podcaster these days but is also, a huge music fan! I sat down with him at his apartment to discuss music as therapy/comfort, what you process when you are going through an identity crisis and annoying trends in music. Dive into YouTube Music and their new app, it’s the BEST place to stream all of your favorite music and discovering your new favorite bands. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 324 - A drummer, that sings! What a shock! I am being sarcastic but Donovan Melero is on the show today. He plays in a post-hardcore band called Hail the Sun who is quite the anomaly in their slow but gradual growth and Donovan has a very compelling back story. We discuss his multicultural upbringing, his battles with addiction and the very act of singing and drumming without verging into horrible stereotypical questions. Dive in! Dive into YouTube Music and their new app, it’s the BEST place to stream all of your favorite music and discovering your new favorite bands. Let me buy you dinner with Green Chef! Incredible food delivered right to your door. Get $50 off your first box with the code WORDS now! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 323 - We have a great episode in store for you today in the form of Misha Mansoor from Periphery and 4 Seconds Ago. He also recently started a record label called 3Dot Recordings that will be releasing some pretty cool stuff. We get in depth with being technical for technical sake, what it means to be a gear head and the realities of the music industry. It’s a very comprehensive look at all things about making a living as a musician and more. Dive into YouTube Music and their new app, it’s the BEST place to stream all of your favorite music and discovering your new favorite bands. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 322 - Oh my, this is a big one for me. Aaron Harris, who is the drummer of one of my favorite bands of all time, Isis, is on the show today. I went over to his home studio and we rapped about his formative years in playing drums, difficult decisions that Isis had to make over the years in regards to tours/business and his life after Isis in scoring/composing for films and other visual arts. It’s a wide ranging discussion that reveals a lot of info even a super dork like me didn’t know. Pull up a chair and enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 321 - Hello everyone! I have a treat of an episode today for those who are looking to work in the music industry! My good friend Leander Gloversmith works at KMGMT taking care of bands like Neck Deep and As It Is but also has a long history in PR as well as playing in bands himself. He has a very interesting career and one that I think many of you can learn from. Not to mention, he’s an incredibly great human to boot. Listen and learn! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 320 - STRAP IN, this episode is quite a journey. I have Lauren Kashan, the vocalist from hardcore band Sharptooth, on the show today. What starts off as a conversation getting to know her, takes a very dark turn and she discusses her substance abuse issues and her admission into a “rehab clinic” that essential, acts like a cult. It’s an incredibly powerful story and one that I was really appreciative for her sharing here. You must listen to this week, no joke it’s one of my favorite chats I have done to date. Reply All “Pain Funnel” Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 319 - Today was an episode long coming, I have the man/myth/legend Sunny Singh from HateFiveSix on the show today! He’s responsible for documenting MANY bands via his website HateFiveSix and all around the internet. Essentially, he’s an archivist for all of your favorite punk/hardcore/metal bands. We discuss trolling, his passion for documenting bands and living in between two worlds. It’s a real insightful conversation that I am stoked to share. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 318 - My goodness, the Summer is almost over but let me bring you a great chat with Christina Michelle from Gouge Away. She is the lead vocalist for the band and has a lot of interesting things to say. We talk a lot about South Florida, building communities and her life as being a teacher. Beat the heat, stay inside and listen to this episode. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 317 - Coffee, lifer status and solitude. All of these things I discuss with today’s guest, Mike Hill from the band Tombs, Anodyne and the Everything Went Black podcast. Mike had always lingered in my life in music and he has led a very interesting life dedicating himself to his craft in the arts. His unrelenting work ethic and focus I always admired so he was a perfect guest to have on the show! Dig in! Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP and get $50 off with promo code WORDS Away is the best luggage you will ever use, hands down. Let me give you $20 off your first purchase by using the code WORDS. Mack Weldon is the most comfortable clothing I’ve worn, period. Get $20 off by using the code WORDS. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

METALCORE! This episode was an incredibly fun romp through the beautiful pastures of 90’s and 2000’s metal core but not your “typical” bands that you may think of. I had my friend Josh Robbins from the band Late Bloomer on the show to discuss 8 records that need your attention. Find your new favorite record in this list and enjoy! RAY Torn Apart “Nothing Is Permanent” Focal Point “Suffering of the Masses” Excessive Force “In Your Blood” Curl Up and Die “Unfortunately We Are Not Robots” JOSH Burnt By the Sun “Perfect is the Enemy of the Good” Premonitions of War “Left in Kowloon” A Perfect Murder “Cease to Suffer” Martyr AD “On Earth As It Is in Hell” Mack Weldon is the most comfortable clothing I’ve worn, period. Get $20 off by using the code WORDS. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 315 - If you like technical math rock (like I do) this week will be your jam! I have Yvette Young from Covet on the show. If you haven’t heard of her band, that’s totally fine as they JUST released their debut EP on Triple Crown Records (and it’s really good). She’s an incredibly compelling guest and we discuss tons of stuff like competition, building communities and the word “hella” in the Northern California eco-system. In all seriousness, we discuss some pretty important things and I’d love for you to come listen. Mack Weldon is the most comfortable clothing I’ve worn, period. Get $20 off by using the code WORDS. WeTransfer is the only way you should ever send large files, for free. The best, plain and simple. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 314 - Please welcome my new friend, Matt Coplon to the show today. He’s the vocalist from “screamo” (the original description) heroes Reversal of Man and a professional BMX rider. I have wanted him on the show for quite some time and was excited that we finally made it happen. We talk about BMX riding (and if it is still considered lame by skate culture), poetry and unsustainable touring. It’s a glorious chat and you must listen! WeTransfer is the only way you should ever send large files, for free. The best, plain and simple. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 313 - HAPPY 4th of July! Talk about a dude who’s played in some great bands, my friend Neeraj Kane joins us today on the pod. He’s played in The Hope Conspiracy, Suicide File, Hesitation Wounds and much more. We talk in depth about his life in the Chicago suburbs, being politically active and engaged as well as the notion of playing in a “full time” band. Enjoy! Sound of Vinyl is the best record store you haven’t visited yet. Sign up for their text service and get $5 off your first record. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FURTHER SEEMS FOREVER. I am happy to welcome my old friend, Jason Gleason on the show. He sang on the incredible FSF record, “How To Start A Fire” and was able to convince him to come on the show. The reason I say convince is that Jason hasn’t had the best experiences with press, but fortunately this was a walk in the park. We discuss his upbringing in Minneapolis, his time in Further Seems Forever and public vs private life. I really dug this chat so, DIG IN! Sound of Vinyl is the best record store you haven’t visited yet. Sign up for their text service and get $5 off your first record. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 311 - Film and music. The two have been passions of mine and the guest this week for quite some time and I was excited to talk about it with the director, Michael Grodner. He most recently finished his first feature length film called The Icarus Line Must Die which is an incredible piece of work combining the LA punk scene and a film noir look at life in a band. He also directed many music videos that you have probably seen from bands like Planes Mistaken For Stars, Brazil and more. It’s a fascinating discussion of creating art in 2018 and beyond. Dive in and enjoy! Sound of Vinyl is the best record store you haven’t visited yet. Sign up for their text service and get $5 off your first record. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 310 -NEW BAND YOU MUST LISTEN TO ALERT! Dan Butler, the vocalist/guitarist of post-hardcore/rock band Lume jumps on the line to talk about a ton of interesting topics like how slow growth has helped the band last longer, the tragedy that has molded this new LP and of all things, Sugar Ray (!?). I love this band and you should jump on board now. Sound of Vinyl is the best record store you haven’t visited yet. Sign up for their text service and get $5 off your first record. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s podcast on podcast love, but of course our guest this week has a long history with independent music. Jake Brennan, who is the host of the incredible True Crime/Music podcast called Disgraceland and vocalist for Cast Iron Hike, is on the show this week. We dive into his past with Cast Iron Hike, his unconventional vocal style, creative pursuits and of course podcasts! Sound of Vinyl is the best record store you haven’t visited yet. Sign up for their text service and get $5 off your first record. Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP and get $50 off with promo code WORDS Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Label talk! I have my good friend Lisa Garelick who works at Equal Vision Records as a project manager on the show this week. She has a ton of experience in all the comings and goings in the music industry from management, booking, PR and more. We have a in depth chat about street punk, some behind the scenes music industry talk and how hustle plays an important role in her development. Enjoy this pleasant chat! Let me buy you dinner and get $30 off your first order with Hello Fresh. I love their meals and you will too. Use promo code WORDS30. Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oh boy, what a chat I have with the musician Brianna Hunt who is known as Many Rooms. Her debut LP There Is A Presence Here is a staggering piece of work and I had to have her on the show. We discuss the intersection of faith and music, emotions and navigating the music industry. Even if you have NO idea who she is, trust me and get onboard with this conversation and her music. Get THE BEST coffee with Bones Coffee and use the code 100WORDS for 20% off your entire order. This stuff is THE BEST. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 306 - The month of focusing on awesome women is in full swing and today we have Shawna Potter from War On Women hanging out with us. We talk about “working in the system” like what the band experienced on Warped Tour, trying to have a meaningful impact and part time band life. Get THE BEST coffee with Bones Coffee and use the code 100WORDS for 20% off your entire order. This stuff is THE BEST. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy pending Mother’s Day. I thought it would be interesting to speak in depth to my Mom who has had some cool musical experiences in the past as well as getting her take on what her thoughts were of her son, getting into weird independent music. I also thought it’d be interesting to speak to my 7 year old son and his passion for music. I think it’s a very interesting juxtaposition of how, generationally speaking, music has played a part in different people’s lives. Dive in and hear some crazy stories of The Beatles, Elvis and more! Get THE BEST coffee with Bones Coffee and use the code 100WORDS for 20% off your entire order. This stuff is THE BEST. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 304 - This entire month is dedicated to focusing on the incredible women that make up this rad independent music scene and first up, is Erica Lauren who is a photographer extraordinaire. We discuss her upbringing in the Los Angeles area, punk rock and of course we get in depth with photography and her rad traveling photo exhibition called To The Front. Listen and learn! Away is the best luggage you will ever use, hands down. Let me give you $20 off your first purchase by using the code WORDS. Get THE BEST coffee with Bones Coffee and use the code 100WORDS for 20% off your entire order. This stuff is THE BEST. The best way to take care of yourself is with HIMS. Get your first month for $5 and you’ll thank me later. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 303 - Spencer Chamberlain from Underoath is on the show this week. We dive really deep on his upbringing in North Carolina (including a formative show experience with the band Catharsis!), addiction and the struggles of growing up in public. Spencer doesn’t pull any punches with his interviews and this is no exception. Get THE BEST coffee with Bones Coffee and use the code 100WORDS for 20% off your entire order. This stuff is THE BEST. Transfer files the right way, with WeTransfer If you want to get your marketing game ON POINT, sign up for this great class done by two previous guests of the show. I love it and you will too. Change your life with So Delicious Ice Cream. They have 5 new flavors (including Cold Brew Coffee!) so get educated. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BONUS EPISODE - Want to go on tour? Well, that’s hard for ALL of you to fit in the van but I wanted to bring you this chat that I had with the rest of the guys in my band, Taken while we were on the road in December in Canada. We are releasing a new EP next week on Other People Records and while this is a little self-promotional of me, I think it was a very insightful chat with my friends about why music is important, what it means to stay involved in independent music and other memories. Dive in and join us on tour! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 302 - Let’s go! My dude Stu Ross who plays guitar in Comeback Kid and Misery Signals jumps on the show this week to talk about playing in a ton of local bands, cartoons/illustration and what life is like touring as a grown adult. We went to places I haven’t gone in this show (which I know, sounds like a cliché but I promise it’s true) and it was great! Dive in! /a> Transfer files the right way, with WeTransfer If you want to get your marketing game ON POINT, sign up for this great class done by two previous guests of the show. I love it and you will too. Change your life with So Delicious Ice Cream. They have 5 new flavors (including Cold Brew Coffee!) so get educated. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are NOT slowing down after our celebratory 300th episode, today I have my old friend Howard Jones from Light the Torch, Killswitch Engage and Blood Has Been Shed (!!!) talking about the old touring days, making friends in the music world, depression and being the odd man out. I adored this discussion and I hope you will too. Transfer files the right way, with WeTransfer If you want to get your marketing game ON POINT, sign up for this great class done by two previous guests of the show. I love it and you will too. Change your life with So Delicious Almond Milk w/ Cashew! No joke, best almond milk in the game. Get educated. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 300 - LET’S PARTY! I can’t believe it’s been 300 episodes but here we are and thank you very much for listening and continuing to support this project. We have Chris Taylor hopping on the show this week. He is the vocalist for recently reunited and original “screamo” legends Page 99 (or otherwise known as Pg. 99). We dive deep into the intricacies of navigating the reunion show world, empathy and being intentionally unconventional. It’s a long one so settle in and enjoy the nuggets of wisdom that are contained within. Transfer files the right way, with WeTransfer The best way to take care of yourself is with HIMS. Get your first month for $5 and you’ll thank me later. Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP If you want to get your marketing game ON POINT, sign up for this great class done by two previous guests of the show. I love it and you will too. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 299 - Damn, we have a legend on this week in the form of Dave Smalley from Dag Nasty/DYS/Down By Law and most recently, Don’t Sleep. We dive into his musical legacy, the notion of being a professional musician and the highs/lows of touring. It’s a very insightful chat from a person who has experienced all that punk and hardcore can give you. Listen and learn. Let me buy you dinner and get $30 off your first order with Hello Fresh. I love their meals and you will too. Use promo code WORDS30. Get yourself the tools you need with Acer’s new laptop, the Swift 5. Get 10% off by using the code 100WORDS plus free shipping! Change your life with So Delicious Almond Milk w/ Cashew! No joke, best almond milk in the game. Get educated. URM Academy is the best online school for anything production related! You must try it out!Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show!Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NEW BAND YOU NEED TO HEAR ALERT! I had Tom Weaver from Casey on the show this week. If you dig bands like Touche Amore, La Dispute and Pianos Become the Teeth…dive in and thank me later. We tackle the topics of confidence, health issues and learning from past mistakes. It’s a fun chat! Get yourself the tools you need with Acer’s new laptop, the Swift 5. Get 10% off by using the code 100WORDS plus free shipping! Change your life with So Delicious Almond Milk w/ Cashew! No joke, best almond milk in the game. Get educated. URM Academy is the best online school for anything production related! You must try it out! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 297 - BURIED TREASURE EPISODE ALERT! I have my friend Carlos Ramirez from the site No Echo over to discuss our love for the music genre known as POWERVIOLENCE. We dig deep into bands that we feel may be slightly overlooked and talk about why they are important to us. We also discuss interviewing tactics and why we both love context. Enjoy the deep dive and hopefully you find a new band or two that you can revisit. Bands discussed: Guyver One Acrid Assuck Monster X C.R. S.O.B. Let me buy you dinner and get $30 off your first order with Hello Fresh. I love their meals and you will too. Use promo code WORDS30. Get 15% off by using the code PCJABBERJAW. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! URM Academy is the best online school for anything production related! You must try it out! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 296 - Do you like drumming? I do, and the guest this week is an excellent one at that! Aric Improta plays in Night Verses and The Fever and came over to my place to hang out and talk about drumming as an art form, performance and punk ethos. He shares some incredible stories of how long he’s worked in his bands and also his Guitar Center National Drum-Off win. Dive in! The best way to take care of yourself is with HIMS. Get your first month for $5 and you’ll thank me later. Get 15% off by using the code PCJABBERJAW. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! URM Academy is the best online school for anything production related! You must try it out! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 295 - It’s Anti-Flag time on the podcast this week! Chris #2 from the band hops on the show and we get into discussions about how their major label experiment worked (in short, the stories are insane), empathy and their longevity as a band. I know I say this every week, but this chat is deep and enlightening. I learned a lot and I hope you do as well. Get 15% off by using the code PCJABBERJAW. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Sign up for Sell It Without Selling Out, an incredible online learning experience from Finn McKenty and Matt Halperin (from Periphery) Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 294 - My boy Finn McKenty is on the show this week. He works with an incredible company called URM Academy and is a very thoughtful guy. He was in town for work and rolled over to my place and this is what transpired. We discussed positivity, business moves and the online teaching program that he helps build with URM. It’s a great and wide ranging chat. Let’s dive in and enjoy! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL!Sign up for Sell It Without Selling Out, an incredible online learning experience from Finn McKenty and Matt Halperin (from Periphery)Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show!Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hurry! Download this rad chat I had with Matt Scottoline from Hurry & Everyone, Everywhere (see what I did there? We discuss the ever popular topic of art vs commerce, unconventional ideas and the Philly music scene at large. His bands are awesome and we had a very fun discussion! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use the code WORDS to get $20 off your next concert/sporting event with SeatGeek. I LOVE THEM SO MUCH. Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 292 - Three times you say? My friend Buddy Nielsen from Senses Fail comes on the show to chat about his new record called “If There Is Light, It Will Find You” coming out soon on Pure Noise Records as well as his new life in Arizona and being a father. We get deep on mortality, the impact of art and more. Like all conversations with Buddy, they are deep and insightful. Dive in and enjoy! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! The ONLY website you need to look at for booking vacation rentals is Tripping.com.The best suitcase you will EVER own. Our friends at Away want to give you $20 off your purchase. Try it for 100 days and if you don’t like it, they will give you a full refund.Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show!Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 291 - year. We dive in deep making sure our music taste didn’t suck too much back then (or confirm that it always has sucked). In all honesty, this was a lot of fun and hopefully you find some records that you forgot about or find out about a new band. ENJOY! Use the code WORDS to get $20 off your next concert/sporting event with SeatGeek. I LOVE THEM SO MUCH. Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HELL YES I GET TO TALK TO JOHN FRANCO FROM BY A THREAD. Sorry, now that I got that out of my system…but seriously, very happy to be bringing you this chat with the guitarist and vocalist from By A Thread. They are a severely underrated post-hardcore band from Vancouver, BC and do yourself a favor and look them up. We discuss the city of Vancouver, unrealized potential and the music biz. Use the code WORDS to get $20 off your next concert/sporting event with SeatGeek. I LOVE THEM SO MUCH. Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stacy Hilt from The Casket Lottery/Coalesce is on the show this week and it’s a real fun discussion. We talk about being dependable, the creative balance you have to strike in your life and his early life playing in Coalesce. I’d consider myself pretty knowledgable about the bands he’s played in, but there are details that blew my mind during this chat. Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 288 - Oh boy, this is a RAD chat with none other than Nicky Money from Nothing/Death To Lovers and Horror Show. He’s an incredibly interesting individual with a long history in independent music that has been prolific and tumultuous. We get in DEEP with his chaotic upbringing, life in jail and ultimately, finding value in yourself. Enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 287 - Welcome to 2018 and hope it’s going well for you. We have Ricky Signh who plays guitar in Backtrack on the show this week talking about growing up as a first generation immigrant, the music business and being open minded. I had such a positive conversation with him that I figured, what better way to ring in the new year on this front. Enjoy! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! The ONLY website you need to look at for booking vacation rentals is Tripping.com. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Merry Christmas! We have a rad chat with designer Donny Phillips this week about playing in the band The Warriors, his design work with HUGE artists like Eminem and many others and finally, what it’s like to grow up with a twin brother in the high deserts of California. DO IT UP! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Want a better night sleep? Try a Casper for 100 days and your life will change. DO IT UP Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BEST OF 2017 COMING AT YOU! It’s that time of the year in which myself and my two close friends, Joey Cahill (6131 Records) and Jeremy Bolm (Touche Amore) discuss our favorite records of the year! Sit back and enjoy! Storyworth is the best gift you can give all season to a family member with great stories. Get $20 off by visiting this link! If you love Magazines but can’t stand wasting money on needless subscriptions, try Texture! This app gives you access to over 200+ magazines and is incredible! Get 15% off by using the code PC100WORDSORLESS. Visit Rockabillia.com and find the best OFFICIALLY LICENSED band merch around! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 284 - Books! I love them and especially when they are about things I love, like hardcore! Tony Rettman is the author of two incredible books entitled NYHC and Straight Edge. We discuss writing as a profession, the process of making a book and the importance of context. A really interesting dive into the literary world and how it collides with our independent subculture. Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Get your good band merch at one place, visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My new friend, Chris Browder from Mansions is on the show this week. We discussed a wide variety of topics like growing up in the south, how identity plays out when you are in a band and flying under the radar. Even if you have NO idea who he is or his music, it’s an incredibly insightful conversation to delight anyone who is creating art. DIVE IN AND ENJOY! If you love Magazines but can’t stand wasting money on needless subscriptions, try Texture! This app gives you access to over 200+ magazines and is incredible! Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Get your good band merch at one place, visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of my favorite musicians/composers, Jimmy LaValle from Tristeza & The Album Leaf is on the show this week! We get in deep to San Diego hardcore and the scene in the mid to late 90’s, surreal moments with The Album Leaf and how the DIY mentality still sticks with him today. I can’t stress enough how you have to listen to The Album Leaf and Tristeza. If you love Magazines but can’t stand wasting money on needless subscriptions, try Texture! This app gives you access to over 200+ magazines and is incredible!Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Get your good band merch at one place, visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 281 - Today’s episode is a doozy with James Hart, the vocalist for 18 Visions. We get in DEEP with his love of sports and the intersection of punk/hardcore with it, his personal experience of being bullied and the process of finding yourself. I don’t want to bury the lead but the final 20 minutes of this podcast are incredible. Enjoy! I love movies and Mubi is the best streaming site I have ever seen. Dive in and enjoy a 30 day trial, FOR FREE Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Get your good band merch at one place, visit Rockabillia.com and find it ALL! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 280 - STRIFE! A huge influence on me personally and I am excited to bring Andrew Klein from Strife on the show. We discuss the simple beginnings of the band, art vs commerce and surreal moments with the band. Download, enjoy and mosh! I love movies and Mubi is the best streaming site I have ever seen. Dive in and enjoy a 30 day trial, FOR FREE Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 279 - Sorry for the delay, but it’s a good chat with my friend Ryan Downey who is a journalist extraordinaire as well as owner of Superhero Management and many cool podcasts (No Prize from God, Speak and Destroy & PopCurse). He’s also the vocalist for an incredible hardcore band from the 90’s/early 2000’s called Burn It Down. We get in deep with what it’s like to work with friends, his midwest upbringing and credibility. Enjoy! I love movies and Mubi is the best streaming site I have ever seen. Dive in and enjoy a 30 day trial, FOR FREEGet $30 off your first week of Hello Fresh by using the promo code WORDS30.If you love Magazines but can’t stand wasting money on needless subscriptions, try Texture! This app gives you access to over 200+ magazines and is incredible!Visit our friends over at No Echo for great features on punk, hardcore and all things heavy. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.