100 Words Or Less: The Podcast

In the last episode of our themed month, amazing women in music, we have Portia Sabin from Kill Rock Stars on the show. We dive into her first experiences with independent music, playing in bands and education. It’s a rad discussion that treads on topics we don’t get the chance to explore on the show very much. Listen and learn! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Happy Wednesday! On the show today is the guitarist from awesome hardcore bands Indecision, Most Precious Blood and The Wage of Sin, Rachel Rosen! I went over to her house one evening to discuss her involvement in all of those bands, her early life dealing with tragedy and the medical field. You also get the added bonus of hanging out with her dogs on microphone as well. This conversation is part of our ongoing focus of women in independent music which will come to a close next week, but until then ENJOY! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 252 - My month of pure women awesomeness continues as I have my friend and business associate, Evange Livanos from Synergy Artist Management. She’s responsible for managing the careers of bands like Citizen, Real Friends, Superheaven and many more. She’s been in the game for awhile and we had a great conversation about all things in and around the music industry, booking bands and choosing your own path. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 251 - Happy April! This month I am focusing on rad women who are involved with independent music and shaping our culture for the positive with their creative focus. I am happy to welcome on the show Sara Taylor, who is the vocalist for industrial duo Youth Code. We discuss her upbringing in Hawaii, the life of a road crew and being a goth kid. It’s a breezy and insightful discussion that I am happy to bring to you. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BONUS EPISODE! - Skate Punk Buried Treasure w/ Shane Told (Silverstein, Lead Singer Syndrome podcast): Surprise, here is a rad chat that I had with my good friend and fellow podcaster, Shane Told, about the beauty that is skate punk and some bands that are often overlooked in the genera. Hope you find some undiscovered gems in here! Bands/Songs played in the episodeMillencolin - “No Cigar”Diesel Boy - “Titty Twister”Guns N Wankers “Skin Deep”Bigwig - “Dent”Hi Standard “California Dreaming”Rufio - “In My Eyes”Straight Faced “Show Me Your Gun”Donuts N Glory Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On The Might of Princes was an incredible band. Chris Enriquez played drums in that band. So, logic would dictate that I should speak to him and guess what, I DID! We get in real deep with his upbringing in Long Island, being bullied and we get to the bottom of the band signing to Drive Thru Records…or did they? Do the damn thing and listen up to this rad, wide-ranging interview. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 249 - My dude, Ian Miller is on the show this week. He plays in bands like Kowloon Walled City, Less Art, Redemption 87, Skankin Pickle and many more. He has incredible stories and a wild journey to where he is at now. A true definition of a lifer and I am stoked to have him on the show. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 248 - Every week it blows my mind you all keep listening, but thank you. We have a great chat today with Tom May, the guitarist/vocalist from Scranton, PA’s punk hero’s, The Menzingers. We dive into his life in the suburbs, his early touring life and preconceived notions about the differences between the punk and hardcore scene. Their new LP, “After The Party” is one of my favorites of this year and it deserves your attention. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yahoo! Kevin Jordan from This Wild Life is hanging out with us today. We turn over every rock and speak about how the band got hooked up with Epitaph Records, this being his “last” chance to make it in music, intimacy at shows and the secret behind being in a band (spoiler alert: hustle). Frankly, this was a nice and relaxing chat that I didn’t expect to have with Kevin but I am sure glad I did. Enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Boom! NEW FAVORITE BAND ALERT! Before you listen to this podcast, please listen to Astronoid’s LP entitled “Air” and you will thank me. Then, come back and listen to this insightful discussion between myself and Casey Aylward from Astronoid/Vatnett Viskar. We get in depth on what it’s like to be a mid-level touring band, the promise of a bright future and tour life in general. Love it! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Better late than never! One of my musical heroes, Jack Grisham is on the show today. He’s the vocalist for legendary punk provocateurs, TSOL, as well as one of Epiptah’s most underrated bands, The Joykiller. We hung out in his haunted house (for real!) and we discussed his life in and out of punk, how he remains engaged and never growing tired of finding new avenues of self-expression. We go deep into all areas of his life so strap in and enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 244 - As strange as it is to say it, it’s equally as strange for me to type it but Blasko the bass player of Ozzy Osbourne is on the show today. He’s a good friend of mine from us working together when I was at Century Media Records. He also manages a ton of bands including Black Veil Brides and hosts his own podcast called MANAGEMETAL that I urge you to check out. In any event, we discuss surreal “rock” moments, playing as a hired fun and determination. He’s got a great attitude and I loved having this discussion. Enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 243 - This guest has been on my “to speak to” list for quite some time and finally, I got him. Carley Coma the vocalist from hardcore/metal/jazz band, Candiria hung out with me over Skype and we really got into it. We spoke about living and growing up in New York City (the REAL city), his bands horrific van accident and diverse musical influences. He’s an incredibly compelling individual and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Each day is one day closer to the end of our 45th president. Fortunately, we have a great discussion with Stephen Cobucci from Wolves at the Gate on the podcast today. We dive deep into poor Christian music substitutes, the balance between tour and “real” life back at home and the life of a mid-level band. Please relax for a moment with me while we all distract ourselves from the nightmare onslaught of news. Enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 241 - We survived the inauguration and are back for another week of insightful conversation with people involved in independent music. This week we have my old friend, Val Loper on the show. He plays in a rock band called Bear Hands (and a killer solo project called Rubbing Alcohol) and once upon a time, played in a melodic hardcore band called In Pieces. We talk the strange experience of playing radio festivals, playing in the indie rock world and drinking. It’s a frank and honest discussion of all things being in a band and I loved it. Have fun! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 240 - Great show today with Josh Brigham from Hopesfall talking to me about melodic hardcore, religion and ultimately, not fitting in. Hopesfall was an important band to me and many others in the late 90’s and early 2000’s that were doing something slightly unconventional in combining atmospheric rock with melodic hardcore and pulled it off with great affect. Dive in and enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 239 - Happy Wednesday! Coming at you is a great conversation that I had with Jake Ewald from Modern Baseball/Slaughter Beach, Dog about SO many things including religion, how Modern Baseball has grown and metal-core. It was quite an in depth and introspective conversation that surprised me in many places, so I hope it does the same for you. Get $35 off your first delivery of incredible food from Hello Fresh by using the code WORDS at checkout. Eat and be merry!Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 238 - Happy 2017! As we enter the 6th year of this podcast, I am continually humbled by all of your support so THANK YOU! On the show this week is James McKean the vocalist from hardcore band Departures. They put out one of my favorite records of last year and I was delighted to speak to him. We talk about life in Scotland, his love for musicals and his feelings on Brexit to a dumb american (me). Pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee and lets dive in! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 237 - BEST OF 2016. It’s the huge one that many of you were waiting for. Sit back, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this lengthy conversation about our favorite records of the year. Myself, Joey Cahill (6131 Records) and Jeremy Bolm (Touche Amore) talk about the best music, movies and podcasts. Ray Harkins: 1. Daughter - Not To Disappear 2. Touche Amore - Stage Four 3. Tycho - Epoch 4. Stranger Things Soundtrack V.1 & V.2 5. Departures - Death Touches Us, From The Moment We Begin To Love 6. Moose Blood - Blush 7. Chance the Rapper - Coloring Book 8. Bon Iver - 22, A Million 9. Nothing - Tired of Tomorrow 10. Wojciech Golczewski - End of Transmission Jeremy Bolm: 1. Leonard Cohen - You Want It Darker 2. Culture Abuse - Peach 3. Conor Oberst - Ruminations 4. Angel Olsen - My Woman 5. Nothing - Tired of Tomorrow 6. Angel Du$t - Rock The Fuck On Forever 7. Sun Kil Moon / Jesu 8. John K Samson - Winter Wheat 9. Deftones - Gore 10. Planes Mistaken For Stars - Prey Joey Cahill: 1. Dmas - Hills End 2. Lapsl

Episode 236 - The year is closing but that doesn’t mean we can’t have an amazing discussion with arguably one of the biggest guests in the shows history. Andy Hurley from Fall Out Boy, Sect, RaceTraitor and many more jumps on Skype with me one afternoon to discuss SO many things including but not limited to dealing with fame, friends as family and radical politics. It’s a wide ranging discussion that even uncovers a rumor that had been floating around since 2008 and we finally have it confirmed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.