Podioslave Podcast

In episode 215 of the podcast, we’re joined by Michael Kaminsky (KMGMT), Eric Tobin (Hopeless Records) and Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour) to discuss the idobi Radio Summer School Festival. 

Eric, Kevin and Michael give us the low down on how the festival was created and the work that goes into getting it off the ground. The three of them have been around the music industry for decades, and created a festival that looks to give...

In ep 214 of the podcast, we’re joined by Corey Glover, vocalist of Sonic Universe (and Living Colour).

We dig into the circumstances that led to creating Sonic Universe, what it’s like being in the music world for 40+ years, and the awesome new album from Sonic Universe, ‘It Is What It Is’, out May 10th on earMUSIC.

The first half of the episode, Nate, Anthony and Tony dig into what they’ve been listening to o...

In episode 213 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Todd Mackey, vocalist of With Honor.

We had such a great conversation with Todd on episode 187, we decided to run it back. This time, Todd turns the tables on us, and we dig into our musical come up, favorite records, shows, and much more.

Cheers to 4 years of Podioslave. Here’s to many more!

Check out Todd and With Honor here:

Todd IG: @toddjmackey

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In episode 212 of the podcast, we’re joined by Sonny Sandoval, vocalist of P.O.D.

We chat about 30+ years in the game, what keeps him and the band motivated, navigating the changing landscape when creating, as well as their awesome new album, ‘Veritas’, out May 3, 2024 on Mascot Records.

This was a special one for us. Being able to talk to Sonny 4 years into the podcast when we had circled P.O.D. back at the s...

In episode 211 of the podcast, we’re joined by photographer, illustrator, and author, Nathaniel Shannon.

We chat about Nathaniel’s come up as a photographer, digging deep into what it’s like to shoot bands/musicians live in any sized room, as well as dig into his forthcoming book, ‘Saint Vitus Bar | The First Ten Years: An Oral and Visual History’.

Nathaniel has been very good to us over the years, allowing us...

In episode 210 of the podcast, we’re joined by Lochie Keogh, vocalist of Australian metalcore band Alpha Wolf.

We chat about Lochie’s come up in Australia, their amazing heavy music scene, and Alpha Wolf getting an Ice-T feature on their new album. Their upcoming release, ‘Half Living Things’, drops April 5, 2024 on SharpTone Records. Pod goes international!

Check out Lochie and Alpha Wolf here:

Web: https://www.alphawolf...

In episode 209 of the podcast, Nate, Anthony and Tony give the Podioslave treatment to The Used’s debut self-titled album.

We dig into our early memories of the rollout, the band’s amazingly quick origin story, John Feldmann’s foray into production, and the overall legacy of the record/band.

This record holds a special place in the Podioslave canon. We likely wouldn’t be here as friends, let alone a podcast, without it....

In episode 208 of the podcast, Nate, Tony and Anthony are reunited to celebrate 30 years of The Offspring’s seminal album, ‘Smash’.

We dig into our first memories of the record, what songs we still blast to this day, and ponder if ‘Self Esteem’ is a top 10 song of the 90’s. We chat about the aftermath, the band’s legacy, and much more. This album continues to deliver 30 years in.

We start the episode with a lit...

In episode 207 of the podcast, we welcome back Greg Bergdorf of the Bourbon Brothers to talk great album openers.

We each bring songs to the table that we feel are great album openers, and in some cases, genre openers. What makes a great album opener? You know it when you FEEL it.

We start the episode with a catch up with Greg, and finish the episode with a few anecdotes surrounding Greg’s days as the lead guitarist of...

In episode 206 of the podcast, we’re joined by Dave and Matteo, vocalist/guitarist and drummer respectively, of Superbloom.

We talk their musical come up, the band’s interesting formation, their LP, ‘Pollen’ from 2021 and their awesome EP from last year ‘Life’s A Blur’. We think you’ll dig Superbloom, and this convo with Matteo and Dave. 

Check out Superbloom here:

IG: @superbloomnyc

Photo Credit: Shawn Robbins

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In episode 204 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mac Miller, vocalist of Cosmic Joke.

We talk Mac’s come up in music, the formation of Cosmic Joke, getting to play Tied Down Detroit last year and it being a catalyst to creating music, and how they came to be the first release on HardLore Records (in conjunction with Triple B Records). We dig into the the self titled record as well, talking songs, album art, and everything in betwee...

In episode 203 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Benny Horowitz, drummer of The Gaslight Anthem.
We talk Benny having an interesting day in our home town last spring, what it was like for him regarding the reformation of The Gaslight Anthem, the writing and creation of their stellar album from 2023, ‘History Books’, and much more. Benny continues to be one of our favorite people to chat with, ever.
We start the episode wi...

In episode 202 of the podcast, we’re excited to drop part 2 of our conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo.

In part 2 with Alex, we hit on 2011 to the present, including: an in-depth look at House & Trance, signing with Pure Noise Records, the lost Crime In Stereo album, what it’s like getting older and still playing music, some talk around what is hardcore, and plenty more.

Being able to chat with Alex over t...

In episode 199 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Spose and Rob (in person!) to run back one of our favorite topics, PERFECT SONGS.

We each come to the table with songs that we think are perfect. What makes a perfect song? You know it when you hear it. Many different twists and turns in this one, including but not limited to: British accents, MTV Buzz Bin, 4 people singing in unison, and much, much more.

We star...