The New Scene

Keith sits down with Riley Breckenridge to discuss the formation of Thrice, the family and band life balance, the band's touring schedule then and now, their creative process, how Riley decided to take up drums after a sports injury and his early musical influences. We also discuss the rise of Thrice after the release of "The Illusion of Safety" LP, the intense recording sessions for their follow up LP "The Artist and the Ambulance", the follow up LP "Vheissu", their major label experience and exit from Island Records, the band's initial hiatus, the inspiration behind recording "The Artist and the Ambulance Revisited" what's coming up next for Thrice and more.

Matt Pryor returns to the show and we discuss his new memoir "Red Letter Days", its conception, the writing process and stories from the book including Matt being diagnosed with diabetes at a young age, how he managed the disease as a child, on the road and in modern times. We also discuss the early days of the Get Up Kids, their creative process, doing backup vocals on Coalesce's "There is Nothing New Under the Sun" LP, signing with Vagrant Records, recording and releasing the "Something to Write Home About" LP, stories from the road, the band's shift in sound for the "On a Wire" LP, their initial breakup and more.

Keith sits down with Brad Wallace to discuss growing up in Alabama, discovering the local scene, moving to Western Mass to attend college, meeting Will Killingsworth and forming Orchid. We also discuss the early days of Orchid, recording the debut LP "Chaos is Me" with Kurt Ballou for Ebullition Records and Brad's initial departure from Orchid. We also cover Bucket Full of Teeth, their unique recording process, their recent discography release on Iodine Recordings, Brad's post-Orchid bands Wolves and Transistor Transistor, the Orchid reunion, what's next for the band and more.

Keith sits down with Geoff Rickly to discuss his new novel "Someone Who Isn't Me", the early stages of writing the novel, the creative process and how Geoff refined and revised his writing, Geoff's story of addiction and recovery which became the basis of the novel and some ideas that didn't make it into the final draft. We also discuss Thursday, their meteoric rise after the release of "Full Collapse", parting ways with Victory Records and signing with Island / Def Jam, their major label debut "War All The Time", their banned music video for the album's title track, their follow up LP "A City By The Light Divided" and the initial end of the band. We also cover No Devotion, how Geoff joined the band, their debut LP "Permanence", winning album of the year at the Kerrang awards, their 2022 LP "No Oblivion", United Nations, almost getting sued by the actual UN, Geoff's former label Collect Records, the Ink & Dagger Reunion and more.

Keith and Casey deliver their Top Ten Records of 2023. We also sit down with Erik Ratensperger from Jeromes Dream for an exclusive in-depth interview on their 2023 LP "The Gray In Between" and more.

Keith sits down with Jeff Jenkins to discuss Codeseven's newest LP, "Go Let It In" on Equal Vision Records, how the band decided to write new music, the creative process and recording of the LP. We also discuss the early days of the band, early influences that inspired each of their releases, the trajectory of their sound over the years, the writing of their 2002 LP "The Rescue", some tech/gear used for the recording, Jeff's homebrew synthesizers, overcoming backlash to their new sound, the initial breakup of the band, paranormal experiences and more.

Keith sits down with Popeye Vogelsang to discuss moving from Los Angeles to Pennsylvania, adjusting to life in the northeast, the formation of Calling Hours, working with Brian McTernan to demo and record the debut LP "Say Less" for Revelation Records and the band's creative process. We also discuss Farside, Popeye's first tryout for the band, how Walter Schreifels connected them with Don Fury to record their first 7", their short-lived ex guitarist Zach De La Rocha, their final LP "The Monroe Doctrine", recording the record, stories behind some of the songs and more.

Keith sits down with Justin Chancellor to discuss Tool's current tour, pre-show rituals, the intricacies and improvisations of their live performances, traveling to Los Angeles in 1995 to try out for the band, the first rehearsals together, the Tool rehearsal space, fan theories behind the band's music and how the Fibonacci sequence inspired the "Lateralus" LP. We also discuss MTVoid, the origin and history of the project, the creative process behind their debut LP "Nothing's Matter" and their latest LP "Matter's Knot Pt. 1", some additional Tool history, the lead up to their 2019 LP "Fear Inoculum", what's next for Tool and MTVoid plus more.

Keith sits down with Mariel Loveland to discuss growing up in NJ, formative experiences in music, early influences, the early days of Candy Hearts, the band's early demos that turned Mariel on to the world of punk music, signing with Bridge Nine Records, working with Chad from New Found Glory on their EP "The Best Ways to Disappear" and their LP "All The Ways You Let Me Down", the difficulties Mariel has navigated as a woman in the music industry and the end of Candy Hearts. We also discuss Mariel's current solo work in Best Ex, the advent of the project, transitioning from a band to a solo artist, recording the debut LP "With a Smile", her creative process and more.

Keith sits down with Itarya Rosenberg to discuss growing up in Bucks County, discovering the local scene, our early show-going experiences, navigating depression and institutions in his high school years and Itarya's early work in Legendary Divorce. We also discuss the formation of Low Dose, the band's history, the end of Low Dose and the beginning of Rid of Me, the band's history, their latest LP "Access to the Lonely", addiction, alcoholism, mental health and more. Artist Spotlight: Keith speaks to Tristan D'Graves from Incendiary Device about their new self titled LP on Bridge Nine Records

Keith sits down with Porcell to discuss his latest band Values Here, meeting their singer Chui at a Shelter gig in Barcelona, how they began working on music during lockdown and the making of their latest LP "Take Your Time, I'll Be Waiting." We also discuss Youth of Today, the beginning of the band, their early days in New York City, the advent of the straight edge scene, Porcell's history with straight edge, the formation of Judge and the band's history, their infamous recording session at Chung King Studios, the end of the band, the reunion, some Shelter and Project X history plus more.

Keith sits down with George Clarke to discuss Deafheaven's recent tour with Coheed and Cambria, formative music experiences in our youth, the formation of Deafheaven and early days of the band, recording the band's first demo, signing with Deathwish Inc. and our relationships with drugs, alcohol and sobriety. We also discuss Deafheaven's breakthrough LP "Sunbather", the rise of the band after its release, the 10 year anniversary remaster and upcoming tour, the follow up LP "New Bermuda" and some of the inspiration behind the record, the Grammy nominated follow up "Ordinary Corrupt Human Love", the progression in sound for the band's latest LP "Infinite Granite", what's next for Deafheaven and more.

Keith sits down with Jeff Howe to discuss the local scenes in Orlando and Tampa, how the scene shaped our viewpoints, veganism, joining Reversal of Man, tour stories and the end of the band, some Combatwoundedveteran history and moving away from FL to become an airplane mechanic. We also discuss the formation of Horsewhip, the band's history, recording the upcoming LP "Consume and Burn" and Jeff's band Heaven's Gate with members of Municipal Waste and Cannibal Corpse.

Keith sits down with Jeff Caudill to discuss growing up in Irvine, discovering the local scene, Inside Out live shows, Jeff's new band Low Coast, their latest LP "Existing the Dream" and the band's creative process. We also discuss Gameface, the band's history, their evolution over the years, some early tours, the tragic loss of original drummer Bob Binckley, signing with Revelation Records, the initial breakup of the band, the reunion and more.

Keith sits down with David Castillo to discuss his solo electronic project Confines, David's creative process, some remixes he's done for bands, how David became a business partner and booker at St. Vitus Bar, some of the venue's history, the infamous Rock and Roll Hall of Fame post-show and Nirvana reunion that took place at the venue in 2014, the upcoming St. Vitus Bar Book by Nathaniel Shannon, David's band Primitive Weapons and more.

Keith sits down with Dan Yemin to discuss the formation of Lifetime, the early days of the band, some of their influences, the initial end of the band, the formation of Kid Dynamite, the band's explosive start and finish, their influences, some of the creative process, the stroke Dan suffered that inspired him to form Paint it Black, Dan's political beliefs and how they shape the message of the band, the making of their upcoming LP "Famine", the band's creative process, Open City and their latest LP "Hands in the Honey Jar", Bitter Branches, the Lifetime reunion and more.

Keith sits down with Sammy Ciaramitaro to discuss living in Santa Cruz, officially becoming a full time musician, the formation of Drain, the band's history, performing with Gulch, releasing both the "California Cursed" LP by Drain and the "Impenetrable Cerebral Fortress" LP by Gulch in early 2020, the rise of both bands, life during the pandemic, developing healthy living habits, the story behind Gulch's legendary merch drops, the "Real Bay Shit" live show under a freeway that Drain put together with Scowl and other bands, Drain's 2023 LP "Living Proof", how Sammy learned to preserve his voice before shows and more.

Keith sits down with Sal Ellington to discuss growing up in Boston, discovering punk and ska music, Sal's early work in Dead Ellington, Sal's transition from drummer to front man and some of the difficulties of band dynamics. We also discuss the formation of Rebuilder, the band's history, recording their latest LP "Local Support", the band's plan to sign with and release the LP on AF Records, the dissolution of AF records, singing with Iodine Recordings, how Iodine and Rebuilder worked together to release the LP on short notice and more.

Keith sits down with Gina Gleason to discuss growing up in Philadelphia, discovering the local scene, Gina's early days attending a music and arts focused high school, auditioning and landing a role with Cirque du Soleil, moving to Las Vegas to perform with the show, sitting in for a gig with Smashing Pumpkins and performing with Carlos Santana. We also discuss Baroness, how purchasing a fuzz pedal landed Gina a spot in the band, writing and recording the "Stone" LP, Gina's first tryout with the band, life during the pandemic, recording the "Gold & Grey" LP and more. Guest co-host: Chris Enriquez returns to the show and we discuss the upcoming On the Might of Princes documentary "Hold on to a Time", their upcoming gigs, the upcoming Spotlights tour with Baroness and what's next for Light Tower.

Keith sits down with Lexi Reyngoudt to discuss Lexi's early days performing in high school musicals, discovering the local music scene in Buffalo through local legends Every Time I Die, the formation of Spaced and how Lexi developed her voice in anticipation of recording their demo. We also discuss the Spaced compilation LP "Spaced Jams" on NMZ, how Scott Vogel of Terror came up with the name of the LP, Spaced's recent tour of the UK, some recent shows they played with Snapcase and more.

Keith sits down with Ian Shelton to discuss Militarie Gun, the origin of the band, Ian and the band's creative process, their influences, some of the themes behind the music, signing with Loma Vista Recordings, their latest LP "Life Under the Gun" and their recent gig at Rockefeller Plaza in NYC. We also discuss the formation of Regional Justice Center, their 2021 LP "Crime and Punishment" on Closed Casket Activities, some of the band's history, Ian's move to Los Angeles to pursue film making, the struggles of drumming and singing at the same time and more. Guest co-host: Joe Grillo of Garrison. We discuss the upcoming Garrison shows, some band history and more.

Keith sits down with Nathan Gray to discuss the origin of the Iron Roses, the evolution of the band, their creative process and their upcoming Self Titled LP. We also discuss Nathan's recent coming out as non-binary / pansexual, some difficulties Nathan has endured since coming out, mental health, Nathan's solo music and the LP "Feral Hymns" where they first began to address the intimate details of their past, how Nathan's music has helped others and more.

Keith sits down with Marshall Gallagher to discuss the evolution of Teenage Wrist, their latest LP Still Love, the departure of original vocalist Kamtin and how Marshall stepped into the role of lead vocalist, signing with Epitaph Records, collaborating with 311, our gaming history, surviving the pandemic, touring and performing with Paris Jackson, navigating online negativity, figuring out the music business and more.

Keith sits down with Norman Brannon to discuss the re-launch of Anti-Matter Zine, the origin of the zine, interviews Norman has done with bands like Judge and Rage Against the Machine, leaving his parents' home at 16, becoming a Hare Krishna devotee, touring with Shelter and the evolution of hardcore and the scene over the years. We also discuss some Texas is the Reason history, the true origin of the band's name, the major label bidding war for the band, their initial breakup and reunions, New End Original, touring with Thursday, trying out for the Foo Fighters, the Anti-Matter Comp, the future of Anti-Matter and more. Guest co-host: Artist and Pitch Black front man Martin Munroe joins Keith for the first in-person recording since 2020. We discuss Martin's move to Oakland, some Pitch Black history, signing with Revelation Records and leaving music behind to pursue life as an artist.

Keith sits down with Stephen Brodsky to discuss Stephen's move to New York City, the formation of Mutoid Man, the band's creative process and influences, balancing time between Mutoid Man and Cave In during the early years of the band, the passing of Cave in bassist Caleb Scofield which brought Cave In back together to finish and release the "Final Transmission" LP and how Caleb inspired Stephen to make the move to New York where Mutoid Man was born. We also discuss the work Stephen does with BMG Music Group, Cave In's difficult major label experience, the making of Mutoid Man's latest LP "Mutants", the bands' recent addition of Grammy Award winning bassist Jeff Matz of High on Fire and more. Guest co-host: My original co-host Tommy returns and we discuss Cave In's lasting influence, how the band got us into this world of music and more.

Keith sits down with Mike Taylor to discuss growing up in Sterling, discovering grunge and punk music, the scene in Virginia and some of the classic bands from the area, the formation of pageninetynine, some early shows and tours the band played, some insight into how the band operates and their grueling tour schedule that led to the initial end of the band. We also discuss the formation of post pageninetynine band Pygmy Lush, the development of their sound, an update on that bands current status and some unreleased music, the first pageninetynine reunion in 2011, what's next for the band and more.

Keith sits down with Mario Quintero to discuss his early life in Colombia, moving back to the US, growing up in Miami, discovering music, getting his first guitar and early inspirational bands such as The Cure, Depeche Mode, Helmet and more. We also discuss Mario's time in college studying jazz and attending Berklee, moving to San Diego to build and run a studio, meeting his wife Sara, moving to NYC and starting Spotlights, the history of the band, their breakthrough 2016 EP "Tidals", touring with Deftones and Refused, their latest LP "Alchemy for the Dead", the themes behind the record, Mario's latest band Sisters and more.

Keith sits down with Dave Nesmith to discuss growing up in Virginia, discovering underground music in and around DC, Dave's early work in music as an MC for a hip hop group, performing with Men's Recovery Project and stories about their unique live shows, some Maximillian Colby history, the tragic death of their bass player Bob Baynor and stories about Bob, the history of Sleepytime Trio, recording their debut LP with J. Robbins, reunions the band has played over the years, the formation and history of Bats & Mice, Dave's creative process, their upcoming LP and more. Guest co-host: Stacy Hilt (Coalesce / The Casket Lottery). Stacy recently left the Casket Lottery to pursue other interests so we discuss his 25 year history with the band and what Stacy plans to do next.

Keith sits down with Will Teague to discuss growing up in Maryland, discovering the local scene, the beginning of Dosser, some of their early influences such as Dinosaur Jr. and Sebadoh, our music taste over the years spanning alternative, hardcore and other genres, Dosser's creative process in the studio, navigating the struggles of a new band, the long list of great artists who have come from Maryland including Soul Glo, Brian McTernan, J. Robbins and Turnstile, traveling and booking shows in the old days vs. modern times, mental health and how Will channels his experience into the band plus more.

Keith sits down with Dave Smalley to discuss life and philosophy, discovering the hardcore scene in DC, the straight edge lifestyle, moving to Boston, forming DYS, the history of the band, almost signing with Elektra Records, the evolution of the scene in Boston at the time, a memorable Minor Threat gig that Dave attended, the end of DYS, joining Dag Nasty, recording Can I Say for Discord Records with Ian MacKaye producing, leaving the band to go to grad school in Israel, getting the call from Bill Stevenson to join ALL, life on the road with the band and their extensive touring schedule, leaving the band, the formation of Down By Law, signing with Epitaph records, Dave latest band Don't Sleep, their latest LP "See Change" and more. Guest Co-Host: Jason Camacho of Audio Karate. We discuss their new EP "A Show of Hands", some Audio Karate history, Jason's time away from music and more. Keith also pays tribute to his friend and musician Terrence Walsh who recently passed away.

Keith sits down with Jake Collinson to discuss growing up in Lubbock Texas, Jake's history with music, discovering hardcore through bands like Terror and Bitter End, Jake's early bands, the formation of Judiciary, the band's early days playing throughout Texas, their breakthrough 2018 EP "Axis of Equality", performing at Sound and Fury Fest, the band's new LP Flesh + Blood and a deep dive on the making of the record, what's next for the band and more. Guest co-host: Dave Buschemeyer of Omen Astra. Keith catches up with Dave and we discuss his new bands, Omen Astra's debut LP "The End of Everything" and some upcoming news from New Day Rising.

Keith sits down with Raygun Busch to discuss growing up in Oklahoma City, early musical influences, how modern movies aren't very good, Raygun's early work in music, the formation of Chat Pile, the early days of the band, signing with The Flenser, the band's breakthrough 2022 LP "God's Country", composing the soundtrack for the film "Tenkiller", Raygun's acting work, what's next for Chat Pile and more. Keith also recaps The Darling Fire's recent tour with Spotlights.

Keith sits down with Brian Audley to discuss the scene in Long Island, Brian's first hardcore show, the formation of Incendiary, the early days of the band, signing with Closed Casket Activities, the band's debut LP "Cost of Living", striking the work, life and band balance, Incendiary's new LP "Change the Way You Think About Pain", the band's creative process, performing with Glassjaw on a run of anniversary shows and more.

Keith sits down with Tristan Shone to discuss Tristan's early life and engineering work, the development of Author & Punisher over the years, Tristan's creative process, recording "Melk En Honing" with Phil Anselmo, touring stadiums with Tool, signing with Relapse Records, Tristan's new sound machine company "Drone Machines", the new gear he is building for himself, commissions he has done, video games we are playing and more.

Keith sits down with Sean Leary to discuss growing up in California, discovering the local scene, seeing an early AFI gig, the history of Loma Prieta, life as a self-starting touring band, signing with Deathwish Inc., the band's upcoming LP "Last", writing new music with Jeromes Dream that became their latest LP "The Gray In Between", joining the band and more.

Keith sits down with Michael Malarkey to discuss growing up in Ohio, discovering the local music scene, joining Shadyside as vocalist and touring with the band, the beginning of Michael's acting career, moving to London to study at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, his first major stage productions, Michael's solo music, life during the pandemic, becoming vocalist for Burial Clouds, their debut LP "Last Days of a Dying World", recording the record, Michael's creative process, his first major recurring acting gig on The Vampire Diaries and more.

Keith sits down with Mike Hranica to discuss life on the road, daily rituals, mental health, joining the The Devil Wears Prada, embarking on a full time tour schedule directly out of high school, the evolution of the band's beliefs over the years, their creative process, some of the difficulties bands in general must face and overcome, The Devil Wears Prada's latest LP "Color Decay", the band's podcast, surviving the pandemic and more.

Keith sits down with Aaron Dalbec to discuss growing up in Massachusetts, discovering the local scene at the WAG, the early days of Converge, the formation of Bane, the band's history, writing their classic song "Can We Start Again", the band's initial breakup, the formation of Be Well, playing guitar vs. playing bass, surviving the pandemic, Bane's surprise reunion set for Stu Maguire and their official reunion announcement, what's next for Bane and Be Well plus more. Guest co-host: Vadim Taver of This Day Forward. We discuss Vadim's new self titled solo record and more.

Keith sits down with Dennis Lyxzén to discuss his early work in music, the formation of Refused, the band's rise following the release of "Songs to Fan the Flames of Discontent", touring the world, recording their landmark LP "The Shape of Punk to Come", Dennis and the bands' influences, the origins of Dennis' ideology, the initial breakup of Refused, the formation of International Noise Conspiracy, their Rick Rubin produced LP "Armed Love", the band's breakup, the formation of Fake Names (featuring members of Minor Threat and Fugazi), their latest LP "Expendables", the Refused reunion, their performance at Coachella 2012, what's next for Dennis and his bands plus more. Guest co-host: Chris Hornbrook of Poison the Well. We discuss recording "You Come Before You" and "Versions" in Sweden with Eskil Lövström and Pelle Henricsson, the band's performance at Furnace Fest 2022, recording and performing with Greg Puciato of The Dillinger Escape Plan, life during the pandemic and more.

Keith sits down with Chris LoPorto to discuss Chris's early work in music, the formation of Can't Swim, recording the band's debut LP, signing with Pure Noise Records, their first tour of Europe, life during the pandemic, Can't Swim's 2023 LP "Thanks But No Thanks", dealing with internet negativity, what Chris does during his downtime, what's next for Can't Swim and more. Guest co-host: Simon Brody of Drowningman. We discuss the re-release of "Busy Signal at the Suicide Hotline", the band's recent performance at Decibel Metal and Beer Fest and more.

Keith sits down with Kat L. to discuss discovering punk rock and hardcore, early influence from Jawbreaker, Blink 182, Snapcase and Stretch Arm Strong, Kat's first band Road Rage, attending the final Bane show and how that inspired her to start FAIM, the early days of the band, surviving the pandemic, the band's latest and final LP "Your Life and Nothing Else", the band's recent breakup announcement, what FAIM has planned for their final year and more.

Keith sits down with Spencer Chamberlain to discuss joining Underoath, the early years of the band, their rise to prominence following the release of their LP "They're Only Chasing Safety", Spencer's recovery journey, his creative process, Underoath's first self-produced 2022 LP "Voyeurist", Spencer's new solo work in slo/tide and more. Guest co-host: Ryan Begley of There Were Wires. We discuss some TWW history, the reformation of the band, their upcoming LP reissue and more.

Keith sits down with Kurt Ballou to discuss the early days of Converge, recording their now legendary LP "Jane Doe" and the legacy of that record, the band's creative process, the early days of God City Studio, recording Cave In's "Until Your Heart Stops", the pedals Kurt makes via God City Instruments, the ins and outs of running a studio, Converge Bloodmoon, what's next for the band and more. Guest co-host: Jeffrey Smith of Jeromes Dream. We discuss the upcoming Jeromes Dream LP "The Gray In Between" and what Jeffrey and the band have been up to since his last visit to the show.

Keith sits down with Jesse Matthewson to discuss the history of KEN Mode, early influences including Today is the Day, signing with Escape Artist Records, life on the road and as a full time touring band, a negative Pitchfork review and some subsequent fan backlash to the band's 2015 LP "Success", life and mental health during the pandemic, writing the band's 2022 LP "Null", finding good food on tour and more.

Keith sits down with Brent Rambler, guitarist of metal giants August Burns Red to discuss Brent's early days in Lancaster Pennsylvania, his early influences (including the hardcore and post hardcore bands Thursday and Poison the Well), the early days of August Burns Red, solidifying the lineup with their current front man Jake Luhrs, their Grammy award nominated singles from "Found in Far Away Places" and "Phantom Anthem", life during lockdown, the band's upcoming LP "Death Below" on Sharptone Records, collaborating with Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage and Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath on the new LP plus more.

Keith sits down with Sergie Loobkoff to discuss growing up in California, shows at Gilman St. and bands from that era, the history of Samiam, their time on a major label, forming Solea, the story of Solea's final LP "Finally We Are Nowhere", the formation of Ways Away, their latest LP "Torch Songs", what's next for Samiam and Ways Away plus more. Guest co-host: Andrew Low of The Jazz June / Post Skeleton.

Keith sits down with Anaiah Lei to discuss growing up in Los Angeles, Anaiah's early start in the world of music, touring the world with the Bots, leaving to pursue his passion for hardcore and punk music, drumming for Dare, the formation of Zulu, the early days of the band, their creative process and influences, the debut LP "A New Tomorrow", what's next for Zulu and more.

Keith sits down with Peter Mulders to discuss growing up in Belgium, discovering punk rock, Peter's early bands, the formation of Brutus, the early days of the band, recording of their latest LP "Unison Life", balancing personal and work lives, what's next for Brutus and more.

Keith sits down with Bill Conway to discuss growing up in Massachusetts, discovering the local scene, moving out west, Bill's early days in stand up comedy, stand up sets gone wrong, the formation of The Hard Times, getting out of Facebook jail and much more. Guest co-host: Trevor Graham of Chainslap News.

Keith sits down with Sergio Vega to discuss the early days of Quicksand, recording "Slip", the creative process behind each of the band's albums, life on the road, the initial end of the band, the unreleased 1998 LP, life after Quicksand, joining Deftones, writing "Diamond Eyes", the Quicksand reunion, what's next for the band and more. Guest co-host: Matt Reilly of King Slender.