The Popko Project

Episode 149 of The Popko Project Podcast features singer/songwriter, Tatiana. In this episode we talk to Tatiana about her brand new single titled "no coincidence, happy birthday". It's the first single she's released since her debut album, Unspoken, which came out 5 years ago. We talk about what caused the hiatus and how a fire at her home put life into perspective, allowing her to see what truly matters and what she truly loves. In addition to her music we talk about the pressures of life, mental health, social media, future music and shows, and I share an embarrassing story of a recent altercation I had with a women at the grocery store. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 148 of The Popko Project Podcast features Toni of the band Glass Mask from Pennsylvania. Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode we talk to Toni about the band, Glass Mask, how they got together, opening up for other bands like Tigers Jaw and Glitterer, their upcoming show at Good Things Are Happening Fest on August 12th at the Iron Furnaces in Scranton, our past lives working in media, our current lives working in the screen printing industry and more! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 144 of The Popko Project Podcast features pop punk/alt rock band, Pine Creek Academy, from Pennsylvania. Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode I talk to Keith Gensure, lead singer of Pine Creek Academy. We talk about their new EP, Rewind, which is available streaming everywhere TODAY as well as creating content on social media and the challenges artists face in a digital age. We also talk about other projects he's in including Kulick and Take The Name and how they are different from Pine Creek Academy. And we also touch on what it has been like recording music after the success they had with Kulick who was signed to RCA Records. While it's been hard to climb the mountain back to the "top", Keith truly loves all of the projects he's part of and thankful for the different creative outlets each one of them gives him. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 143 of The Popko Project Podcast features rock & roll band, Old Daggers, from Pennsylvania. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/ Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-sSpot Bar, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode I'm joined by the gentlemen in Old Daggers. We talk about their music, their song writing process, the release of their upcoming album, my hatred of vinyl (throw it in the trash) and how we consume music today vs. 20 years ago, and much much more! As musicians who have been recording music for many years, they've used that to their advantage with this current project. When a song feels forced, they move on from it. I think as we get older and we're pulled in many directions, we are more mindful of how we utilize our time. Old Daggers don't waste any time writing solid rock tunes suited for good times and late nights. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 142 of The Popko Project Podcast is a special Father's Day Dadcast edition featuring (Butch) Emil Feist and Adam Farley of The MDG Crew. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this special Father's Day Dadcast episode of the podcast I'm joined by Butch Feist, local NEPA legend supporter of music and owner of Style Tee Salon along with Adam Farley, lead singer/keyboard player/dancer of The MDG Crew band. We talk about our favorite thing in life - being DADS - some things we touch on are: - Encouraging kids to stick up for themselves without initiating violence. - Allowing kids to experience failures and hardships, both physical and emotional, to help them develop resilience. - Avoiding creating fear and anxiety in children by staying calm and not making a big deal out of minor issues. - Staying vigilant about what children are doing online and what content they are exposed to and limiting children's screen time, promoting activities that involve physical play and social interaction with peers. - Prioritize maintaining a healthy relationship with a spouse or significant other by being supportive and doing your part. - And so much more! Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there doing it right. Comment with your thoughts on the episode and what your favorite part about being a Dad is! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 141 of The Popko Project Podcast features Greg Paulson, owner/operator of Paulson Tours Inc. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours. In this episode we talk to Greg Paulson, owner/operator of the tour/travel company, Paulson Tours. Greg started the business in 1994 at just 22 years old. We talk about the risks he took, the debt he racked up, the advice he didn't take and much more in his quest to create a successful business. And after almost 30 years and betting on himself, it's safe to say it all paid off. From sports games and concerts to wine/beer festivals and even cruises, Paulson has been creating experiences that not even a pandemic could put an end to. Just always remember, don't be a bus-hole! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

This episode features indie/alternative band, Esta Coda, from Northeastern, Pennsylvania. Be sure to check out their music streaming everywhere including their new release of "Happenstance" due out on May 26, 2023. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/ Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc.

Zack Hammond is a nationally touring comedian who performs in theaters, clubs, fire halls, pizza shops...anywhere that wants his brand of intelligent and dark humor. Zack has participated in several comedy festivals, including the cinder block comedy festival in Brooklyn, Baltimore comedy festival and the Meadowlands comedy festival. He was part of the Devil Cup comedy competition on long island and was the 1st place winner of NEPA scenes got talent's inaugural competition. He has produced three comedy albums, "sorrow tree" "Appalling" and most recently "utilitarian". He has performed at Wisecrackers, Sullys comedy cellar, Eastville Comedy club and opened for Doug Stanhope. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/ Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 137 of The Popko Project Podcast features avant funk band from Vermont, Soule Monde (Ray Paczkowski & Russ Lawton). In this episode of the podcast I talk to Russ Lawton, the drummer of Soule Monde, and better known as the drummer in the Trey Anastasio Band. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc.

Alyssa Lazar is a singer from Nashville who recently appeared as a contestant on NBC's The Voice. Be sure to follow/like/subscribe on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out her original music on Spotify and other streaming services Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject #TheVoice #chancetherapper #nashville Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center and Landscaping Services, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing and Paulson Tours.

Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen is a rock/blues band from Northeastern, Pennsylvania. Their new album titled, Black Leather Blues, is streaming now! Check out dustindouglasmusic.com for more info and be sure to like/follow/subscribe on social media.

Episode 133 of The Popko Project Podcast features Pennsylvania based rock band, The Holtzmann Effect. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Stop reading this right now and go stream their new EP, Old Tree, right now! Once you've done that, come back and listen/watch the guys talk about the new EP, their plans for 2023, Beef's health scare and becoming a DIVA, a potential new segment called "Pooping with Popko", the appreciation they have for local rock station, 979X, and the support they've received from them, and more! And be sure to catch them live at The V-Spot in Scranton on April 29th with Candle In The Dark. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 132 of The Popko Project Podcast features Jim Mirabelli, better known as NEPA Pizza Review. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Jim is back on the podcast to talk about how his channel has grown over the last couple years. We talk about testing out pizza ovens for at home pizza cooking, his favorite being the Gozney Roccbox, his partnership with the Weekender, appearances at Bar Pazzo for Big Monday Pizza March Madness and his recent collab with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Jim not only gives great and thorough reviews of pizza, but his website also provides a pizza map, product reviews, recipes, and more! We also touch on the new pizza/food reviewer in town, DiMattia’s Food Fight. Are they friends? Are they enemies? Can they co-exist? Watch or listen on your favorite platform to find out! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 131 of The Popko Project Podcast features indie pop group, Modern Ties. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/ Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Fresh off the release of their new song "Running on Empty" which is available streaming everywhere, the guys in Modern Ties talk about that new song, other new music set to release this year, what they've been up to over the last 3 years, some personal updates, and more! One might even think these guys don't even really like each other! Watch/listen and let me know what you think! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 130 of The Popko Project Podcast features roots guitarist and singer/song writer, Mike Miz. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Mike Miz is set to release a new album titled, Only Human, on April 14, 2023. Recorded live to tape at The Studio Nashville, we talk a bit about the recording process, recently released singles from the upcoming album which are available streaming, how his move to Nashville almost 4 years ago has had an impact on his writing process and so much more! Mike was a staple in NEPA for so many years and it's great to see the strides he's made musically and personally. And while he may live in Nashville, he knows that NEPA will always be home. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 129 of The Popko Project Podcast features reggae/ska band, Elephants Dancing. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. It's Tiki Time! Elephants Dancing is ready to take on 2023 with an upcoming tour and new music. We talk about all their big plans for this year, the new faces in the band, cats, being dads, driving, what the guys are currently watching, yelling on the internet, and more! Visit elephantsdancing.com and be sure to check out their new song "Reggae Show" due out on 4/21! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 128 of The Popko Project Podcast features pop band, Rival Saints, from Glasgow, Scotland. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours Inc. Hailing from the UK, these guys are ready to get serious about their music in 2023. We talk about what the band has been over the last couple years and where they plan on taking things this year and what it's like being a band who rely on themselves for all production and marketing which is not uncommon these days. We also talk about family and what they did to keep busy during the pandemic. I also found out that the lead singer (who unfortunately wasn't able to join) is the creative design lead for my favorite beer brand, BrewDog! Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 127 of The Popko Project Podcast features Plus 3, an acoustic rock band from Wilkes-Barre, PA. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/ Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, Axelrad Screen Printing, and Paulson Tours. Plus 3 is BACK! After almost 20 years since their last show, the guys decided to "get the band back together". Fresh off their first show recently at The Lighthouse Inn with Portland Frank, the guys are happy to be back playing music together like they never stopped. We talk about the success the band had in the early/mid 2000s, what they've been doing over the last 20 years, what brought them back together for another run, and more! Check out their music on all the streaming services, be sure to like/follow them on social media and, catch one of their upcoming shows. You will not be disappointed! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 126 of The Popko Project Podcast features Autumn Awakening, an alternative band from Utah. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Their story started 5 years ago as 15 year old kids seeing recording artist Kulick open for Sleeping With Sirens. They DM'd Kulick to share their music to which Kulick replied. Without giving anything away, Awakening Autumn took notes and got to work. Fast forward to today, they've released two singles and a full length is on the way, produced by Kulick and April Rose Gabrielli of The Pear Entertainment. It's a story of young kids chasing their dreams with the love and support of family, friends, employers and more. Excited to see what the future holds for this band. Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 125 of The Popko Project Podcast features rock n' roll band, The Black Moods. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC , Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Based in Tempe, Arizona, The Black Moods are a fun 3 piece outfit who write and perform high energy songs with great choruses that simply rock. We talk about their upcoming tour that was just announced, filming music videos for their songs, drinking beer, making wine, the importance of music programs for children, new music and more! If you do nothing else, at least check out their songs "Sunshine", "Saturday Night", and "She Gets Out". I think those will give you a great representation of who these guys are and leave you wanting more. Photo credit: Jim Louvau Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 124 of The Popko Project Podcast features rock artist, TIDALWAVE. Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. TIDALWAVE, from Germany, has toured with Three Days Grace, Skillet Music, Tremonti, and Hoobastank just to name a few. We talk about the experiences of touring with those bands, musical influences, his new single RUN AWAY, the music writing process, constantly doubting yourself as a creator, and more! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject #TIDALWAVE #BreakingBenjamin #threedaysgrace #rockmusic

Episode 123 of The Popko Project Podcast features progressive folk band, Vine Street. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. What started out as a couple guys jamming at an open mic night at Grotto Pizza in Edwardsville in 2014 has turned into a full band with a full length album released in 2020 and a new single due out this Friday, 2/3, called "If It Were Up To Me". We talk about how the band has evolved over the last 9 years, the new single, the addition of Michael Anthony Iorio from Elephants Dancing and the value he brings from a music theory standpoint, plans for 2023 for the band, me getting insulted by a co-worker about my weight, and more! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 122 of The Popko Project Podcast features competitive and world record holding chili eater, The Scoville Unit. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. The Scoville Unit is a local record holding chili head that travels around the country to complete in chili eating contests. He is currently ranked 2nd in the 2022-2023 season, and 13th over all in the world on the League Of Fire - Chili Eating Champions. Learn about how he found his love of peppers at a young age thanks go his Opa (grandfather), prepping for challenges, cap cramps, making his own hot sauce and jerky, how the Mrs. Scoville Unit got involved, traveling for competitions and more! And be sure to check out the Wing Off 2023 at Bartari in Scranton on February 23rd - limited spots are available. Contact The Scoville Unit today! Also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 121 of The Popko Project Podcast features alternative rock band Pretty Much Never. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Pretty Much Never formed in 2022 and have already released a 5 song EP titled 15 Minute City which is pretty impressive considering only 2 of the members in the band have met in person! We talk about the recording process of the EP while members reside in LA (one originally from Jim Thorpe, PA) and Canada, what they do for a living when not recording music, plans for 2023, when they might all get in the same room together for the first time, and more! Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 120 of The Popko Project Podcast features members of Succubus, a tribute to Incubus. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Succubus will be performing their first live show this Friday, January 13th, at the River Street Jazz Cafe. In this episode, we talk about how the band came to be, what era of Incubus music you can expect to hear at the show, what Incubus means to us, how Zhach lost his Facebook page and can't get it back, the band Pan.a.ce.a, and more! Tickets available at riverstreetjazzcafe.com - $12 in advance and $15 day of show. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 119 of The Popko Project Podcast features country artists Marcus Welliver and Mike Elward. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Marcus and his band burst onto the scene in the middle of 2022 with an amazing song titled, "Barstool Side of Me" and never looked back. They then released 3 more singles of that year with another coming soon. We talk about how the band came together, their music, some of their favorite shows, the Nashville music scene, hosting music festivals, country living, "opening for Garth Brooks", plans for 2023 and more! Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 118 of The Popko Project Podcast features indie rock artist, telco - music. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Once a trader on wall street, telco quit the rat race in 2020 to focus on his music career full time. With 2 EPs and new music on the way in 2023, telco has proven he is committed to the process. We talk about his plans for 2023 INCLUDING kicking off the new year with a show at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple with James Barrett Music and Glass Mask on January 6th. We also get into writing music when you're in a good head space vs. a bad head space, living in cities like New York and Nashville and how that has helped his mission, getting married, recording music videos, using social media to promote music, covering music by The 1975 and Bleachers, life and so much more. Tickets are available to the Scranton show now - linktr.ee/telcomusic - purchase in advance and save a few bucks and be sure to stream telco's music on all music platforms. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 117 of The Popko Project Podcast features Pete Palladino and Bret Alexander of The Badlees, a roots rock band from Pennsylvania. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. It’s safe to say that The Badlees are back! They’ll be performing live this Friday at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre along with Joe Burke and Co. and Dustin Douglas and the Electric Gentlemen to celebrate the release of their new self titled record due out the same day. In addition to the upcoming show and album release we get into a little bit of the history of the band and the national success they received including the different faces that graced the band over the years and what brought the original band members back together. It's no secret that the music industry is a different animal today than it was when the original members made music together last. And so we also talk about what the future holds for The Badlees and much more. As someone who was a teenager when I was first introduced to The Badlees by my mother, it was a great honor to have been given the time from Pete and Bret for this interview. I, like many people in central and northeastern PA, am excited to have the band back together making music again. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 116 of The Popko Project Podcast features beauty influencer/content creator, Erin Dugan Jurchak. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. With almost 275K followers on Instagram and 2.5 MILLION followers on TikTok, we get into how she took her early dreams of being a fashion writer and turned them into being a social media sensation in the beauty world. But it was far from being as easy as it sounds. She worked for years in sports with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and on TV with Fox 56 followed by some time with a talent booking agency. However, it wasn't what she loved. Between realizing that and COVID changing the landscape of her profession at the time, she took full advantage of social media, specifically TikTok. As her following grew, so did the interest of top beauty brands, one of which was the Beachwaver Co. who she recently just launched her own product with. Erin is a prime example of honing your craft (even if at the time you don't even realize you're doing it) and taking advantage of every opportunity thrown your way. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject #beauty #beautyinfluencer #contentcreator

Episode 115 of The Popko Project Podcast features comedian Neil Rubenstein. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. I had the pleasure of meeting Neil at the Electric City Music Conference back in September. We talk about how forgettable I was at the conference, going to Five Guys and not getting a burger (who does that?), his involvement with Motion City Soundtrack, Taking Back Sunday, and Rival Schools, mental health, a show he was on on Spike TV called Casino Cinema and more! Neil will be coming to WiseCrackersComedy inside Mohegan Pennsylvania in Plains on March 30th and April 1st 2023. Be sure to check out his website neilrubenstein.com for a full list of tour dates. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 114 of The Popko Project Podcast features Kyle Demko of "Always Undecided". Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Kyle is the frontman and founding member of the alternative rock band from Northeastern, Pennsylvania, Always Undecided. He's also the organizer of the annual NEPA Music Toys for Tots event, which will be held this Saturday, December 3 at various bars throughout NEPA starting at 3 p.m. Venues include The Down Pour, Vesuvio's Wilkes-Barre, Beer Boys, Senunas' Bar and Grill, Franklin's, River Grille and The V-Spor Bar & Grill. So take an unwrapped toy and check out some great venues, with great food, and great music. Kyle brightens every room he enters. Not only is he a great human being, he's the man that brought us the smash hit single "Mud Cricket" IYKYK. His love of Creed, Trapt and Nickelback is only matched by my own. Some say he could be a stunt double for Mac from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. All I know is that I'm glad to be able to call him a friend. We had a lot of fun on this one and we also get some info on the future of Always Undecided and some upcoming shows for Kyle in the new year including the River Street Jazz Cafe on January 14th. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 113 of The Popko Project Podcast features The Tribe, a soul and R&B music group from Northeastern, PA. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. The Tribe is set to release their new album titled Big Stuff tomorrow, November 23rd (Thanksgiving Eve) and hosting an album release party at the River Street Jazz Cafe. The event is also a food drive so bring a non-perishable item and get a discount on your entry fee. In true Tribe fashion, the band experienced a devastating occurrence just weeks before the album's release. Needless to say a GoFundMe was created and any help you can give, I know these guys would be very grateful. You can donate here - https://gofund.me/3da222a2 Tune in to episode 113 to find out what happened and future plans for The Tribe. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 112 of The Popko Project Podcast features Tedd Hazard, a folk/punk/blues musician from Hazleton, PA. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode, we talk about the release of his upcoming album titled Destructive Criticism, recorded at JL Studios, and due out on December 2nd. In addition to the new album, Tedd shares a Tinder story, why he quit drinking, working as an illustrator, animator, voice actor and more! Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject Photo by Scott Church

Episode 111 of The Popko Project Podcast features singer/songwriter, Brenden Starr. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode, we talk about the release of his new song "Top of the World" which has amassed 24K views on YouTube in just over a month. A third generation drummer/singer, Brenden has focused on leading this project as the frontman and will be releasing a 9 song album on January 27th 2023. Before the album is released you can expect another single from Brenden on December 2nd which is a cover of "Should've Known Better" by Richard Marx. We also talk about how helpful it's been to have a publicist in getting the word out about his music and getting on playlists, the music scene in the Harrisburg/Mechanicsburg/Lancaster/York area, some of our favorite bands, and more! Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 110 of The Popko Project Podcast features Buried Giants, a hardcore band from Fall River, Massachusetts. Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode, we talk about the band's recent visit to Scranton during the 2022 Electric City Music Conference and performing at The V-Spot. We also talk about how the band came together, how they got their name, Boston sports, the hardcore scene, plans for the future and more! Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 108 of The Popko Project Podcast features NY/NJ/PA based band, Keep Flying. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode we talk about their newest EP released in August, reaching an audience playing shows vs on social media, playing shows with Less Than Jake, Bowling For Soup, and State Champs just to name a few, the importance of music programs in schools and so much more! I can't believe this band isn't bigger than they are. And if you've never heard of Keep Flying, find them on any of the streaming services and start with the song "High Cholesterol". You won't be disappointed. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 107 of The Popko Project Podcast features Clay Cadwalader, owner/brewer at Back Mountain Brewing Company. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode find out how Clay went from growing up in Northeastern PA, joining the army and serving for 20 years, to going back to school and opening his own brewery, brewing some great craft beer. And find out more about our collaboration with BeanNik Coffee Company to brew Popko's Porter which be released October 13th EXCLUSIVELY at Back Mountain Brewing Company. Proceeds from the sale of the beer as well as Popko's Porter t-shirts available for a limited time only, will benefit the Lake-Lehman Junior/Senior High music program. Popko's Porter t-shirts - https://bit.ly/PopkosPorterShirts Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 106 of The Popko Project Podcast features 97.9X WBSX program director, Mike Duffy. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC , Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. If you're from Northeastern Pennsylvania chances are you've heard Duffy's voice. He's spent time at 3 of the area's biggest radio clusters over the years - Entercom (now Audacy) with 98.5 KRZ, Shamrock Communications with Rock 107 and Fuzz 92.1 (now QFM NOW) and currently with Cumulus Media as the program director for 97.9X WBSX. Duffy shares stories about his journey in radio, being a father and husband, performing in bands, running in pink heels, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and more in this episode of The Popko Project Podcast. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 105 of The Popko Project Podcast features indie/alt rock band, The Crates from Wilkes-Barre, PA. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. If you haven't heard of The Crates yet, it won't be long before you do. While only having formed 6 months ago, they have already taken the appropriate steps to get to the next level: Management - ✅ Sick merch game with MerchBooth.com - ✅ High energy live shows - ✅ ✅ Check out who they are, how they started and what to expect from The Crates in this episode of The Popko Project Podcast. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 104 of The Popko Project Podcast features Start Making Sense: Talking Heads Tribute. Brought to you by Keller's Garden Center /Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. Find out why Ben Travers of Astrology Days says, "Start Making Sense is the best national touring Talking Heads tribute band there is and ever will be". Catch them live this Friday, September 30th at the River Street Jazz Cafe in Plains, PA. Get your tickets today and save $5 - https://tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/393077?tc=hmt Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 103 of The Popko Project Podcast features Dave Temarantz of the Wilkes-Barre based modern rock band, Candle in The Dark. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller’s Lawn Care and Landscaping Services, Ionic Development, the V-Spot Bar in Scranton, merchbooth.com and Axelrad Screen Printing. In this episode we talk about Dave’s rich history in Northeastern PA’s music scene leading him to his newest project, Candle in The Dark. Their debut show will be held TOMORROW (9/22) at Montage Mountain as part of 979X’s Locals Only Live show where 100% of your $10 entrance fee will be donated to Paint Pittston Pink’s efforts to support cancer research. For more info visit - https://facebook.com/events/s/locals-only-live/2094844080685713/ And then the following night on 9/23, Candle in the Dark will take the stage at the River Street Jazz Cafe in Plains. If you can’t get to a show be sure to stream their EP, The Life I Live, on all streaming platforms and stay tuned for new music as they get ready to start recording again. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject

Episode 102 of The Popko Project Podcast features Los Angeles based singer songwriter, Cris Hodges. Brought to you by Keller’s Garden Center/Keller's Lawn Care And Landscaping Services LLC, Ionic Development, The V-Spot Bar in Scranton, MerchBooth.com, and Axelrad Screen Printing. While primarily a session musician writing for different artists as well as Paramount Pictures including movies and more, when the pandemic hit, Cris stepped outside his comfort zone and started writing music for himself. He just released a new single called “Vertigo” and his debut album is set to be released on October 7th called Black Hole Magic. Cris is also the front man of a very successful Linkin Park tribute band, In The End. Learn about Cris, his music, battles with his own ego, mental health and more in this episode of The Popko Project podcast. Follow/subscribe to The Popko Project on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more to get notified of new episodes - https://linktr.ee/thepopkoproject