Podioslave Podcast

In episode 192 of the podcast, we’re joined by Popeye Vogelsang, vocalist of Calling Hours.

We open with a test of Popeye’s memory surrounding early Farside, then discuss the interesting circumstances that lead to the formation of Calling Hours. We also talk touring with As Friends Rust in Europe, and working with Brian McTernan on their excellent debut record, ‘Say Less’, out now on Revelation Records.

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In episode 191 of the podcast, we’re joined by Tyler Zanon, musician/creative behind Youth Fountain.

We discuss Tyler’s musical come up in Vancouver, creating Youth Fountain and the evolution of that project, bands that influenced Tyler, and we discuss the brand new Youth Fountain LP, ‘Together In Lonesome’, which just dropped on November 3, 2023 on Pure Noise Records.

We’ve been huge fans of Tyler/Youth Fountain since the jum...

In episode 190 of the podcast, we’re joined by friend of the podcast and vocalist of Trawl, Sean M., to discuss another all time album: Finch - What It Is To Burn.

We discuss the lead up and roll out of the album, our early memories of the music, how it hit us in the moment and how it continues to be an album the three of us revisit to this day. The album continues to be a staple in our music experience, and we’re still here for...

In episode 189 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Rumchaks, bassist of Knuckle Puck, guitarist/vocalist of Homesafe, and drummer of rationale.

We talk Ryan’s musical come up, playing early shows in the Chicago area, joining Knuckle Puck, forming Homesafe and rationale, and the new KP album, ‘Losing What We Love’, which just dropped on Pure Noise Records October 20, 2023.

Ryan is a jack of all trades, also putting out a solo ...

In episode 188 of the podcast, we’re joined by Shaun Cooper, bassist of Taking Back Sunday.

We talk the band’s changing creative process over the years, how they continue to stay relevant 20+ years in, their viral backyard show from the ‘S’old’ video, and their wonderful new album ‘152’, out October 27, 2023 on Fantasy Records.

This conversation was 22 years in the making for us, and Shaun delivered on all fronts. Taking Back...

In episode 187 of the podcast we’re joined by Todd Mackey, vocalist of Connecticut hardcore band With Honor.

We talk Todd's musical come up in Connecticut, the formation of the band, opening for Agnostic Front at CBGB's, The EP & Heart Means Everything, signing to Victory Records, and their 18 year break between records. We then dig into their brand new record, ‘Boundless’, which came out 9/8/23 on Pure Noise Rec...

In episode 186 of the podcast, we’re joined by drummer of Sum 41, Gravas, and School of Rock Contributor, Frank Zummo.

We talk how Frank got started with the School of Rock workshops, how these workshops open up conversations about mental health awareness through music, how he copes with the rigors of tour life and much more. 

We also chat about new solo music, a new project Frank is working on called Gravas, and new...

In episode 185 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by friend of the pod Shawn Robbins to discuss an all time album: Glassjaw - Worship and Tribute.

We talk our personal memories of the lead up, the way the album first hit us (and continues to), and how we feel about the music 21+ years later. There was nothing like Worship and Tribute in the moment, and we’d argue not much has changed. Classic.

We start the episode catching up...

In episode 184 of the podcast, we’re joined by Sully (vocals) and Josh (drums) of the UK band Grove Street.

We talk the band’s beginnings, what it’s like touring the UK and Europe, and their banger of a debut full length, ‘The Path to Righteousness’, out September 29th, 2023 on Australian label UNFD. This is a fun one!

(P.S. Listen closely during the episode for your chance to win something from the Podioslave team.)

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In episode 183 of the podcast, we’re joined by Marshall Gallagher, frontman and guitarist of Teenage Wrist.

We talk the band’s earliest show memories, what band names mean (or don’t), Tool fans, and Teenage Wrist’s kickass new album, ‘Still Love’, which dropped 8/4/23 on Epitaph Records.

Marshall rules, Teenage Wrist is amazing, check it out!

Check out Marshall and Teenage Wrist here:

Web: www.teenagewrist.com

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In episode 182 of the podcast, we’re joined by frontman and vocalist of the Long Island, NY band, The Sleeping.

We talk Douglas’ start with the band, what it’s like being a ‘full time band’ today vs. 20 years ago, their killer new album ‘I Feel Like I’m Becoming a Ghost’ (their first in 13 years), and their recent run of shows opening for Sunny Day Real Estate. This was a fun one!

At the end of the episode we go through some of...

In episode 181 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Vinnie Caruana (The Movielife, I Am The Avalanche) and Brian McTernan (Producer, Battery, Be Well) to discuss 20 years of The Movielife - ‘Forty Hour Train Back to Penn’.

We talk the start of their relationship including Brian producing The Movielife’s previous releases, the writing of the album, memories in the studio, the history of the album artwork, and the band's subsequen...

In episode 180 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Sean (Vocals) and Seth (Bassist) of the Portland, ME funk metal band, Trawl.

We talk their new EP release, Cosmic Aquatic, opening for Black Stone Cherry and Polkadot Cadaver this summer, and their upcoming show with Taproot this fall. The boys close it out with a show announcement for this October that we’re stoked for.

Check out Trawl here: Web: www.trawlband.com

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In episode 179 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ira George, guitarist of the band Movements.

We hit on Ira’s come up briefly, then dive into the bands stellar new album, ‘Ruckus!’, out this Friday 8/18/23 on Fearless Records. From working with Will Yip, to trying some new things in the studio, as well as what the band listened to while creating the record from scratch, this is an awesome look at what is sure to be an album of the ...

In episode 178 of the podcast, we’re joined by legendary promoter/talent buyer Scott Lee.

We talk Scott’s start talent buying for Mass Concerts/ the Worcester Palladium, the lineage of great heavy music from the northeast, and the creation of the New England Metal & Hardcore Fest, which is back this September (9/15 and 9/16) at the Worcester Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts. This is a fun one!

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In episode 177 of the podcast, we’re joined by Casey Iodine, founder of Iodine Recordings.

We talk early days of the label, sneaking into Warped Tour, shutting things down in 2003, what it’s like to run an independent record label, and all that’s happened since relaunching in 2020. From releasing records for Quicksand, Onelinedrawing, and Jeromes Dream, as well as what’s in store going forward. This is a phenomenal conversation....

In episode 176 of the podcast we jump back into a familiar topic, but this time in person and with a special guest. Rob rejoins us to break down what’s going on in music today, how much we’d pay for any music streaming service, and the prospect of newer ticketing apps. This is a true ‘nerds at the bar’ episode about our collective favorite topic: Music.

We start the episode with a break down of Nate and Rob’s experience seeing M...