In this episode we have a conversation with Michael (Mikey) Murphy of Written By Wolves. We talked about a variety of things such as, the digital age of music, how quarantine affected the writing process, setting up his own recording studio in his house, working with Kellin Quinn, and much more!
Read MoreIn this episode I provide an update for 2021. I talk about a few upcoming guests, and announce the second podcast that I will be starting. I will be beginning a podcast with a focus on mental health specifically. In this podcast I will be talking with artists about their mental health battles and mental health awareness. We will have more news about the launch of this podcast and some of our guests soon.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Ariel Bellvalaire. We talked about a variety of things such as, building her sound, authenticity in music, interacting with fans, performing on guitar while doing gymnastics and other “stunts”, and much more! Her video for “Elastic” dropped recently, and as Ariel tells me in the interview there are plans for a lot more music, and a new single dropping in just a couple of weeks!
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Benji Wilson and Craig Robinson of Caskets. We talked about a variety of things such as, building their sound, recording an album during quarantine, authenticity in music, interacting with fans, and much more! Their new album Lost Souls drops August 13th, via Sharptone Records be sure you pick it up.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with DC Wolves. We talked about a variety of things such as, his evolution of sound, song writing, music as a therapy, being a solo artist and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming artist that should be on your radars.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with 7evin7ins. We talked about a variety of things such as, his evolution of sound, releasing music monthly, music as a therapy and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming artist that should be on your radars.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Whitehall. We talked about a variety of things such as, their evolution of sound, building and releasing an album during Covid, the new album Swordfish Catcher, signing with Common Ground Collective and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming band that should be on your radars, they are a vibe band that is sure to be something you can put on and just relax and get lost in the sound.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Austin Visser of The Undertaking! We talked about a variety of things such as, their formation, building and releasing an album during Covid, the new album Funeral Psalms, signing with Solid State Records and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming band that should be on your radars, they are a mix of several genres and will be sure to hit a wide variety of fan bases.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Octopus Montage. We talked about a variety of things such as, their new music, lineup changes and how that has helped their creative process, the new album How To Live And How To Lose, and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming band that should be on your radars, they are a mix of several genres and will be sure to hit a wide variety of fan bases.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Good Terms. We talked about a variety of things such as, their new music, being DIY and how that has helped their creative process, the new album Turning Point dropping April 9th, and much more. This was a great conversation with an up and coming band that should be on your radars, they are a mix of several genres and will be sure to hit a wide variety of fan bases.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Nick Thomas, of The Spill Canvas. We talked about a variety of things such as, their new music, the truth about working with major labels, the new album Conduit, being able to release a full length album nearly 9 years after the last, signing to Pure Noise Records, and MUCH more. This was one of the longest episodes we’ve had and it was a great time talking with Nick, and we are looking forward to having him back on in the future to be a part of a mental health episode.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Felix, AKA Flex, of Top Tier. We talked about a variety of things such as, their new music, deciding to make a Christmas cover song, the evolution of pop punk bands and music, and what 2021 is going to have in store for them. These guys are a band that if you are looking for a new band but also want some nostalgic pop punk vibes that you should be listening to. They have some big things planned for 2021 and you should have them on your radar to watch their breakout!
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Walker & Wylde. We talked about a variety of things such as, their debut EP, living the vagabond lifestyle, recording a concert on a mountain, their Kickstarter, and much more. Walker and Wylde appeared on the west coast during the fall of 2020 from absolutely nowhere. The two had spent years living as Vagabonds, in communes, cults, and holes in the wall, while releasing their own solo work, until coming together to form this project.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Madison Olds. We talked about a variety of things such as, her new music, TikTok, social media, mental health, and much more. We also discussed the incredible journey that her, and her boyfriend, are on to seek treatment for him which David Dobrik even generously donated towards. Madison was recently selected by iHeartRadio “Future Star”, iHeartRadio / Bell Media “Future Star” program selects one track, every other month, as their feature add across the country. In Canada, Madison’s home country, this means heavy support from Top 40 stations from coast to coast. Madison was also recently chosen by Alternative Press as 1 of 50 new artists you need to listen to in January.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Icon For Hire. We talked about a lot of things including their upcoming album Amorphous, the Kickstarter that helped it come to be, mental health, and much more. We had a great time talking with Ariel and Shawn. Amorphous drops on February 19th, 2021 and fans can expect a couple more singles and music videos leading up to the album release. They can also join the Icon For Hire Patreon and have access to exclusives such as merch, Zoom calls/hangouts, livestreams and more!
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Deletto. This is our second annual conversation around the holidays and the importance of mental health conversations and awareness in these times. Covid has obviously affected everyone differently and this year we thought it was important that we brought this conversation back again.
We talk about the Importance of being present, open and honest conversations, and what I call the “Robin Williams Mask”.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Greg Hill, an independent bedroom pop artist based in Buffalo, NY. In this conversation we talk about being a solo artist, how covid played a part in the direction he decided to take, who he views as one of the best drummers of all time, the 3 EPs he released this year, and much more.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Josh Walker of Stuck Out, about their new EP Lie Through Your Teeth, creating a music video during lockdown restrictions, working with Mikaila Delgado of Yours Truly, the state of the world and much more. It was a great conversation, and as we mention in the episode, I believe the first time on the podcast I’ve had a conversation with a Josh! Stuck Out are signed with Greyscale Records, and just recently teamed up with Sharptone Records.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Hyro The Hero, about his new track with David Draiman of Disturbed, the “break” he took to develop his sound, his new twitch channel and much more! Hyro talks with such a passion about the music that he is creating it makes anyone hyped to check out his stuff. The grind has been real for him and I think that as soon as live shows can start happening again that everyone should get out to see his shows, I’ve seen him at a couple festivals and he brings an energy to the stage that will get anyone amped up.
Read MoreIn this episode we have a conversation with Becky Kovach from Big Picture Media! I’ve known Becky for a long time from her sending me pitches and working together on a ton of artists over the years. In this conversation we talk about her start with Big Picture Media, what you should know if you want to get into music PR, her boss Dayna Ghiraldi-Travers, what PR nightmare she is glad that she wasn’t a part of, and more! I highly recommend checking out this episode if you’ve ever been curious about what goes behind the scenes of getting artists and albums press and what that process kind of looks like.
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