Punk Till I Die

Violets are a newer Chicago band with a three guitar attack. They're made up of musicians from some local legends including Naked Raygun, Dan Vapid and the Cheats and Blood People. Four of the five members join the PTID guys for a fun chat that goes all over the place. From opening for Metallica to appearing on American Idol. With songs from Violets.

Tom and Neil jump in the wayback machine and have a nice long visit with Eddie from the Migraines. There's lots joyful reminiscing about the mid '90s punk scene. They're also brought up to date with the current state of the band as they prepare to play the massive upcoming shindig with Sloppy Seconds and the Distractions at Bonus Pints on May 30th. With songs from the Migraines.

Tom goes to a couple of shows that Neil would have hated, and is very busy with a wedding and a graduation. Neil previews the bands he hopes to see as he prepares for Punk Rock Bowling. It's the type of freewheeling conversation you've come to expect from the PTID guys. With songs from The Dickies, Angry Samoans, Chupaskabra, Prole, Good Men Doing Nothing, and Doggy Style.

The PTID guys have a great conversation with Troy from Wayward Brigade, a western Maryland band cranking out some classic punk sounds. In other words they quit bitching about a certain evil streaming platform and get back to doing what they do best - turning you on to cool bands you may have missed. With songs from Wayward Brigade.

Tom has a good time hanging with friends and seeing Bouncing Souls and H2O. Neil had a bunch of options, and chose to stay home instead. The PTID guys also discuss the Riot Fest lineup and the new inductees into the so-called Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With songs by Screeching Weasel, The Panik, H2O, Zero Boys, Digits, Agent Orange, and V2.

The PTID guys once again catch up with Sloppy Seconds' howler BA. They talk about the big May 30th shindig at Bonus Pints in Logansport Indiana, and the band's upcoming tours of Texas and Europe. They also dig into Sloppy's recent odds and ends collection along with the typical random nonsense. With songs from, of course, Sloppy Seconds.

The PTID guys catch up with their old pal and regular correspondent Dr. Disc to talk about Record Store Day 2025. What were the hot releases? What time did they stand in line? Did they get everything their greedy little hearts desired? There's also some general record shopping talk and songs from Insurgence DC, Whatever…, Dwarves and The Dictators.

Tom takes three generations of ladies to New York and lives to tell the tale. It's mostly touristy stuff, but you can hear all the highlights. He also catches a couple shows immediately upon returning. Neil continues his surprising turn as Florence Nightingale. With songs from Screamin’ Sins, Urban Waste, Koffin Kats, Angry Samoans and Cause for Alarm.

Best laid plans fall through as Neil has to deal with some unexpected family medical issues. Tom has a great time hanging with friends and seeing Screeching Weasel in Indiana. Most importantly, a certain scumbag streaming service is coming after PTID! With songs from Pretty Atomic, Screeching Weasel, London Breed and Wasted Youth.

Tom and Uncle Marv head to Hamtramck to see Agnostic Front, Murphy's Law and Violent Way, and somehow live to tell the tale. They're also joined for a bit by Tommy from Slumlord Radio to discuss Electric Frankenstein's upcoming Michigan shows. With songs from Electric Frankenstein, Slumlord Radio, Violent Way, Agnostic Front, Murphy's Law, Gang Green, Elvis Costello and Stiff Little Fingers.

Neil's most recent trip to San Diego started out a little rough, but eventually he had a nice, virtually punk free vacation. The guys also talk a little record collecting, and discuss determining bootlegs versus legit reissues. With songs from Rich Kids on LSD, The Circulators, The Exploited, Violets, Brain Eaters, London, Boris the Sprinkler and The Vapors.

The PTID guys catch up with their old pal Josh Goldman from Raging Nathans and Rad Girlfriend Records. He fills the guys in on the label's many upcoming releases. He also talks about last year's fan favorite Dopamines LP, and Raging Nathans upcoming LP and rigorous tour schedule. With songs that cover the entire josh Goldman experience - Dopamines, Raging Nathans, Rad Company, The Slow Death, The Ridiculouses, and Loose Behaviour.

Tom and Neil make a rare visit to continental Europe to speak with Eric J. President, guitarist and vocalist of long running German punk band Sonic Dolls. They discuss the soon-to-be-released Sonic Dolls LP, along with Eric's many other projects. The featured songs are from Radiation Kings, Sonic Dolls, Debbiespeak, Kommando Marlies, and The Eaglebauers.

After years of talking about it, Neil finally makes it the Dairy State to catch a punk show. His full review is here. There's also talk about a couple of famous punk deaths. Most importantly, their old friend Matt Swisher joins them to announce the next Bonus Pints/PTID/Reord Farm/Goldmine event. You're definitely not going to want to miss it! With songs by New York Dolls, Lords of the New Church, Sloppy Seconds, The Migraines, The Distractions, The Jam, The Drowns, and Chemo Kids.

The PTID guys have the pleasure of catching up with their old friends Suzi Moon, and her husband/baby daddy/musical partner Drew Champion. It's their first interview in a year and a half, and there's plenty of casual music and parenting talk! With songs from The Split Seconds, Suzi Moon, Misfits, Ravagers, and Turbulent Hearts.

Violets are blue Roses are red Tender Tom loves you But Neil wants you dead! You'll be glad to learn that this year's PTID Valentine's Day special has very little actual VD content. Tender Tom makes an appearance, but Tire Iron Tom dominates. Neil opens up a vein and bleeds for your entertainment. With songs by Misfits, Amy Winehouse, The Queers, The Parasites, Dramarama, The Interrupters, The Bugs, and The Darkness.

The PTID guys catch up with singer/upright bassist Vic from Detroit road warriors The Koffin Kats. They talk about the early days, and catch up on what the Motor City trio has been up to lately. They also preview the massive upcoming tour with The Drowns and Lower Class Brats. With old and new songs by The Koffin Kats.

The PTID guys go on a deep dive into which aging punk bands most need to pack it in. Which bunch of near corpses have the most legitimacy? Which ones are doing the most to piss on their legacy? With songs from Dead Boys, Black Flag, Dead Kennedys, Sex Pistols, Buzzcocks, Sham 69, and Misfits.

Tom and Neil have the pleasure of catching up with Bruce Stuckey, vocalist and guitarist from underrated Midwest punk legends Toxic Reasons. They go through everything from the bands' humble Ohio roots to their current status. With great songs from Toxic Reasons and a solo outing from Bruce. NOTE: due to Zoom issues Bruce had to call in on his cellphone, so there is a bit of a delay to some of his answers, especially early on. Plus his crazy dog!

The PTID guys finish their 2024 rundown with lists of best EPs, singles and gigs. They also go over a bunch of listener top tens. There's even a brief appearance by the Lord of Logansport! With songs from NOFX, The Dopamines, MIA, Bad Nerves, and Pissed Jeans.

After years of losing money for your enjoyment, PTID finally launches a Patreon page. Tom's son joins them to talk about the specifics, and they also discuss some of the best films of 2024. Throw them a few bucks to keep the madness going! With songs by Fang, The Stranglers, Cockney Rejects, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and The Bugs.

The PTID guys are back in action after a couple weeks off for the holidays. They talk about Neil's first trip back to England in four years. What bars did he hit? What records did he buy? Tom talks a bit about his Christmas and the records he got as gifts, and memorializes a couple more fallen punks. And make sure you listen all the way to the end for some wise words from Richard White. With songs by The Cortinas, Sham 69, Skids, Demob, Amen, Kraut, Verbal Abuse and The Mentors.

It's the one you've all been waiting for! The PTID guys go through their top 10 LPs of 2024. How does your list stack up with the "experts"? This one is packed with a ton of great music from The Stivs, Convict Class, Meth Rats, Cock Sparrer, The Putz, X, Bad Nerves, The Pist, Doc Rotten, The Anti-Heros, and 45 Adapters.

The high priestess of pop punk returns for another round of sparring with the PTID guys. She guides them through a list of the best pop punk releases with unpronounceable names from across the globe. Fun is had by one and all! With songs from The Priceduifkes, Zatopeks, Yes Flag, The Dopamines, The Shivvies, Saturday Night Karaoke, Kryye, The Carmines, Retarded, and Neon Bone.

It's that time of the year again, and the PTID guys catch up with their old Punknews pal Ricky to talk about the year's punk highlights. Ricky's listening is a bit outside of the PTID bubble, and he always brings a different perspective. With songs from No Plan, Split System, Hot Water Music, Chubby and the Gang, Bloodstains, Holy Mess, The Chisel, Hood Rats, and The Dopamines.

Tom and Neil catch up with Mark Noah, singer of American street punk legends Anti-Heros. He's a man of many words, and can speak on any number of topics. They talk plenty about getting the band back together, censorship, and the new record. They also get into his History Flight charity. With songs from the mighty Anti-Heros.

The PTID guys tear through a bunch of topics. Neil goes to see Morrissey (again)! Tom's younger son gets married! The PRB lineup is rock solid! There's lots of new drama in the Dead Boys' camp! On a more somber note, Tom memorializes his friend and former Punknews co-worker Mark Little. With songs by Stinky Toys, Descendents, Wreckless Eric, Motorhead, Dead Boys, Revillos, Black Market Baby, and The Jam.

The PTID guys get poor and weird with Steve E Nix and Lance Romance from The Briefs. They talk about the early days of the band, and how things work now. They dive deep into the band's material, from the classic debut to their new single on TKO Records. With a bunch of killer old and new songs from The Briefs.

Tom and Neil try something different. They each let their significant other pick five records at random from their collection and talk about them. Of course there's plenty of the typical nonsense you've known and grown to love. With songs from The Exploited, Grease, Ramones, The Cramps, Blitz, Mau Maus, Cock Sparrer, The Style Council, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, and Buzzcocks.

Tom's back from his long vacation, and Neil's finally back to full strength. They go to shows! They piss and moan about the upcoming election! They basically catch you up on the last month or so. With songs by Angry Samoans, Groovie Ghoulies, Whatever…, Geoff Palmer, Elastica, Diesel Boy, Brassknuckle Boys, and Hillbilly Moon Explosion.

On a very special episode of Punk Till I Die, Neil got the chance to interview Mark Burgess of The Chameleons before their recent Chicago show. There’s a lot of in-depth talk of Manchester in the late 70s/early 80s including Mark’s adventure to see the Sex Pistols famous 1977 Xmas gig in Huddersfield! We also talk early Chameleons gigs, Manchester venues, favorite albums, Mark’s other projects, record collecting and what’s going on with the band currently. All music by The Chameleons.

This time the PTID guys get a recap of the Rebellion experience through the eyes of their American pal Chris Pretti. Which bands were great? How are beans for breakfast? Which bucket list records did he find? There was even a little discussion about his upcoming documentary about the Green Bay punk scene. With songs from Resistance 77, Sham 69, Menace, The Samples, Destructors, Hard Skin, Cockney Rejects, and UK Subs.

The PTID guys are once again joined by their English correspondent Chris Hodgkins. For the second year in a row, he takes them through his Rebellion experience and his favorite sets. He also brings them up to speed on his own band, Year Zero. With songs from Heart Metal Kids, Spizzenergi, Nasty Rumors, Crown Court, The Gakk, Deaf Devils, Year Zero, and The Pack.

Tom can't stop going to shows, and Neil stays home and suffers like Morrissey. They guys discuss Descendents/Circle Jerks, The Exploited/Total Chaos and Scream/Soulside. They also have a good time catching up, despite Neil's warning to avoid shingles at any cost. With new and old music from Spider, Snakeout, The Exploited, Egg Hunt, The Peawees, Scream, Hi-Fi Spitfires, and Convict Class.

They're not tired and they're not bored and they're not broken and they're not sore. Most importantly, the PTID guys didn't want to miss an opportunity to help promote one of their favorite annual events, T1 Fest. They catch up with Jimmy Costanza, T1 co-founder and Capgun Heroes bassist. The talk about the lineup, and the struggle of booking a punk fest in Chicago in the fall. With music by The Jasons, Diesel Boy, Guttermouth, Goodbye Sunshine, Sludgeworth and the Bollweevils.

The PTID guys catch up with Tim Jamison, frontman of long running St. Louis punk/hardcore band Ultraman. There's plenty of conversation about the good old days, as well as the band's upcoming album on Rad Girlfriend Records. There's also some bonus skating talk, for tthose of you into that sort of thing. With music old and new from Ultraman.

Tom and Neil finally get a DUI. Two of them actually. Chris and Mark from Milwaukee punks The DUIs stop by to have a brew and talk about their new record. These guys have been a part of the PTID family for years, and Wasted Disaster is the first release on Punk Till I Die Records. With killer tunes from The DUIs, and Skinhead.

Tom went to Savage Mountain Punk Fest and once again survived to tell the tale. He details the good, the bad and the sexy. In stark contrast, he spends the next couple of days watching tennis with the upper crust. Neil goes to see Midge Ure and makes it home in time for a good night's sleep. With songs from Reckless Threat, The Putz The Stivs, The Virus, The Effigies, Giuda, Ultravox!, and Wayward Brigade.

Fresh off Neil's tour of the Punk Rock Museum, the PTID guys have an epic chat with brothers Sal and Dan Canzonieri from Electric Frankenstein. Of course they talk about the past, present and future of EF. The stories about the New York and New Jersey scenes from the '70s to today are priceless. Featuring high voltage rock and roll from Electric Frankenstein.

NYC's 45 Adapters have spent the last 15 years making some great punk rock. Founder and lead singer Gerrard Lindsay (Pickabar) speaks to the PTID guys about a bunch of topics, including skinhead culture, fashion, and of course music. Most importantly, they discuss how the band went from being ready to throw in the towel. to making the best record of their career. With songs from 45 Adapters.

Neil braves Las Vegas in July to see Morrissey. Other than melting and taking in the show at the House of Blues, he also manages to tour the Punk Rock Museum with Dan from Electric Frankenstein as his guide. While Neil's wallowing in misery, Tom's feeling classic hardcore. With songs from Agnostic Front, Bad Religion, Cro-Mags, Revillos, New York Dolls, Iggy and the Stooges, Suicidal Supermarket Trolleys, Ramones, and a surprise track.

As has become tradition, Tom and Neil spend episode 300 celebrating you, the listener. Let's face it, they couldn't do it without you. We talk to 8 listeners and the listeners pick the songs too. Here's to 300 more! With songs from Nickel Brains, Fallen Angels, Naked Raygun, Swingin’ Utters, Cigar, The Stivs, Cherry Cheeks and Mess.

The PTID guys have a great time talking to Santa Cruz punk/hardcore legend Cliff Dinsmore. They really dig into the '80s California punk and skate culture. They also talk about Dinsmore's more recent projects, especially the excellent hardcore band Seized Up, and how he overcame health issues to deliver a solid new record. With songs by Bl'ast! and Seized Up.

Tom heads to Chicago to meet up with Neil and a bunch of friends and listeners. They take in a punk potpouri of Raging Nathans, The Bollweevils, Sloppy Seconds and The Queers Then Tom heads back east to see the same show in Detroit. Also, Neil went to see Pegboy and The Arrivals. Good times are had, and many beers are drunk. With songs from The Arrivals, The Cramps, Raging Nathans, Bollweevils, Sloppy Seconds, Undertones, Argy Bargy, and The Blood.

The PTID guys have a nice chat with Rob Nowak, the world's tallest drummer. Rob spent a decade touring with his Detroit based band, Against the Grain. They discuss criss crossing the country with Meatmen, Zeke and many more. They also talk about the upcoming Blackout BBQ also featuring Fear, Guida and DOA. Against the Grain might even have a guest appearance from an old school Michigan punk! With songs from The Meatmen, Turbonegro, Zeke, and Against The Grain.

The PTID guys were able to catch up with lead singer Pete Stahl and bassist Enoch (Skeeter) from the seminal DC band Scream. They talked about the old days and rubbing elbows with the soon to be rich and famous. They talked about their shift in style and their philosophy now and then, and a little about their 2023 “comeback” album DC Special. It's an interesting glimpse into that storied scene. With music by Scream. NOTE: Please excuse the poor quality of Enoch's phone line…

Gerry LaFemina from Savage Mountain Punk Arts stops by for his annual visit with the PTID guys. They discuss all things Appalachian punk, and get deep into the upcoming ska-free 2024 Savage Mountain Punk Fest lineup. With songs from DOA, Scream, The Fleshtones, Bombthreat, Vixen 77, and The Putz.

The PTID guys check in with their southern California correspondent Jason Richardson. Richie goes over the highlights of Punk Rock Bowling, and what's new with his Garage Rock Records. They also get into how he became the newest Scunthorp Yob. With music from Cosmic Psychos, Mistress 77, Instant Ruin, Brazen Bull, Cran, Bullshit Detector, and The Hiddys.

The PTID guys catch up with the Scunthorpe Yobs guys. The band includes familiar characters like Mick Bladder (Bladder Bladder Bladder), Neale Fishback (Oil), Noah Olmstead (The Randumbs) as well as PTID regular Jason Richardson (Garage Rock Records). (Richie was MIA this time around.) And we pull back the curtain a little with some informal ball busting BEFORE the episode actually begins! With music from Scunthorpe Yobs, Randumbs, Oil!, and the world premier of a new Gross Polluter song!

The PTID guys talk all about the big Supersuckers shindig in Indiana, but go down plenty of rabbit holes along the way. There's conversation about losing a beloved pet, going to weird gigs, dive bars, dildos in the claw machine and even a little politics. With songs from Ramones, Joe Jackson, Flamingo Nosebleed, Rezillos, King Kurt, Shattered Faith, Dayglo Abortions, and Home Front.