How to Grow a DIY Punk Band in the Age of Social Media with Scooped Up!

Jimmy Barbetti and Jesse Randolph are members of the Connecticut-based pop punk band Scooped Up!.

• Jimmy, formerly a graffiti artist and graphic designer, shifted to playing guitar around age 20.

• Jesse, a drummer with a background in metal music, joined the band shortly after Jimmy started wanted to start a band.

• They pride themselves on their DIY approach to the music industry, handling most aspects of their band from promotions to visuals.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of "Powered By Rock," host Isaac Kuhlman dives into the world of DIY music with members of the punk band Scooped Up – Jimmy Barbetti and Jesse Randolph. Isaac explores the band's unique journey from humble beginnings to amassing a dedicated following, with a special focus on their recently released album, "The Runs."

Jimmy and Jesse share their insights on the evolving landscape of the music industry, the power of social media, and how consistency and creativity have fueled their success.

Scooped Up’s story highlights the importance of a DIY ethic in today's music scene, with Jimmy discussing his transition from graffiti artist to musician and the band's evolution over the past eight years.

They delve into the art of promoting music in the digital age, using clever marketing strategies like parody websites and humorous social media content to engage their audience.

The conversation also touches on the band’s approach to creating music videos, where their creative process shines through in every frame, often reflecting a nostalgic blend of skate culture and punk rock ethos.

Intro Music: Birds Love Filters "Colorado" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/dqD_jMhZGqU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Outro Music: Speedway Sleeper "Snail Mail" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/21-vX3bBagc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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You can also learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diyrockcareer.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Key Takeaways:

• DIY Music Success: Scooped Up’s success stems from their relentless DIY approach, managing everything from marketing to video production.
• Social Media Savviness: Consistent and engaging content on platforms like Instagram and YouTube played a crucial role in building their fanbase.
• Creative Videography: Their music videos, especially for songs like "Shoelace" and "Dyslexic," are crafted with meticulous attention to story and visual appeal.
• Staying True to Roots: Their music and videos often pay homage to punk rock and skate culture, resonating with fans who appreciate authentic, grassroots creativity.
• Future Plans: The band plans to continue releasing innovative content, with focus on new music videos and upcoming shows.

Resources:

• Scooped Up on Instagram: For latest updates and behind the scenes.
• Scooped Up on YouTube: Check out their engaging music videos.
• Scooped Up Merchandise: Support the band by purchasing their album and merch.
• Home Grown on the Powered By Rock Podcast Episode Link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skuVfveRgxs

Timeline:

00:00 - Episode Intro

01:56 - How Has Scooped Up! Been Able to Gain Their Large Online Following?

24:33 - Scooped Up! Takes DIY to a Whole New Level

33:29 - Influences & Inspirations Behind Scooped Up!'s Music Videos

38:23 - Scooped Up! Talks About Their Newest Album The Runs

53:28 - What's Coming Up for Scooped Up!?