OurSpace with Matt Vettese

OurSpace with Matt Vettese

OurSpace with Matt Vettese is about growing the music scene we grew up with and love. Matt has in depth discussions with your current and future favourite musicians and creators. Continue to grow the scene by liking, sharing, and following along for each chat! Follow Matt on social media: linktr.ee/mattvts

Episodes

October 25, 2025 5 mins

Her Leather Jacket talk When We Were Young, breaking into the scene, and what it’s like being one of the newest acts on a nostalgia-packed lineup. Plus, Warped Tour memories, festival discoveries, and new music with members of Underoath!

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Set Your Goals talk When We Were Young, reuniting after years away, and what sparked their comeback. Plus, new music updates, the story behind “Echoes,” and reflections on how the scene has evolved since the 2000s.

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The Cab talk When We Were Young, emo nostalgia, and what’s next. Along with full-circle moments, mental health, and MySpace memories!

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Plain White T’s talk When We Were Young, emo nostalgia, and the legacy of “Hey There Delilah.” Plus, touring with scene icons, festival memories, and the emo revival in full swing!

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On this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I’m joined by Aren’t We Amphibians, the genre-bending alternative/emo band blending indie rock, prog, and post-punk into a sound that’s all their own.

We dive into the making of their latest record, their creative process, and how they balance experimentation with catchy songwriting. The band opens up about sampling King of the Hill, navigating the DIY scene, and why they’re determined...

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Indie rock trio Weakened Friends are back and gearing up for their brand-new album! In my chat with Sonia and Annie we talk about the band’s creative process, their emo and alternative rock influences, and the stories behind their latest songs. We also dive into touring life, the DIY music scene, and what fans can expect next from Weakened Friends.

If you’re a fan of indie rock, emo, alternative, or bands like Speedy Ortiz, Bully, ...

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This week on OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Ben and Matt from Pretoria to talk about their latest EP If We’re Pretending — a coming-of-age record about identity, transition, and chasing dreams even when it feels impossible.

We dive into:

-Why Pretoria refuses to be boxed into one genre -How they make 3 guitarists actually work live -The leap from Grand Rapids to Chicago and how it changed everything -Getting “weird” (i...

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Sydney Sprague joins me to talk about her upcoming album Peak Experience (out September 26), the art of short records, touring with Spanish Love Songs, and why Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie) called her single Flat Circle the “song of the year.”

We dig into:

-How she picks singles (and why one-minute songs still count!) -Balancing heartbreak and fun in her songwriting -Going fully independent on this record -Meme culture sneaking...

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Esden from Saturdays at Your Place joins me to talk about their new album These Things Happen (out September 12), their viral hit “Tarot Cards,” and what it’s like repping Kalamazoo in the emo scene. We also dive into the stories behind “Waste Away” and “What Am I Supposed to Do?,” working with Tades on new music videos, and their upcoming tour with Riley! and Carly Cosgrove across North America, Europe, and the UK.

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Dana Bollen put together a 6 episode podcast series called Live Free or D.I.Y and in Matt's chat we dive into his journey from the corporate world to fully embracing the DIY music scene. 

In this episode, we cover:

🎸 How Dana first got into the DIY scene 💼 What made him leave his corporate job to take the plunge 🤘 Why DIY is so important to him and the community ✨ What inspired him to create his current series

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In this episode, I hang out with Summerbruise as we discuss the humor in their music, their upcoming record "Infinity Guise" out September 19, plus how Tades of Hot Mulligan helped them out with a song on their upcoming record. 

🎧 Listen to Summerbruise: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dlw6SU2bPJj7kjKKMjhA5 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/summerbruise/1197825884 Bandcamp: https://summerbruise.bandcamp.com/...

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Ryland Heagy takes a moment while on tour to chat with Matt about Origami Angel's latest album Feeling Not Found, playing Warped Tour and more! 

🎧 Listen to Origami Angel: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cmSXx965Hnm6fP42oW6vY Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/origami-angel/1268165648 More: https://origamiangel.com/

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In this episode, I chat with Durry about their new record and the difference between when they got their first big break to now! 

🎧 Listen to Durry: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zpptMjiapn5PB0Y5k3xWN Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/durry/1565597812 More: https://www.durrymusic.com/

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I caught up with Taylor Acorn ahead of her set at All Your Friends Fest in Burl's Creek, Ontario!

We chatted about: ✨ What she's most excited for at All Your Friends Fest ⏳ How artists make it through those long festival days 🎶 Her favourite things about playing festivals 🌭 Go-to festival foods 🤘 Her dream festival lineup 📱 Plus, some fun convos about her viral covers and journey on TikTok!

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In this episode, I chat with Fil and John of World's First Cinema to talk about their unique sound, how it came to be, and of course what cinematic scores would their songs be perfect for?

🎧 Listen to World's First Cinema:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4twMMV3DuDCtmSUosQeWPF

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/worlds-first-cinema/1535824581

More: https://worldsfirstcinema.com/

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In this episode, I sit down with Gabe Woodrow to talk about the unique blend of influences that shaped his sound. From his early love of motocross to the massive impact Ace Enders (The Early November) had on his songwriting journey. We also chat about the challenges of getting your music heard today, the pros and cons of social media, and what you need to do to market your music.

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Old Neon is a rising pop punk band you need to have on your radar. In Matt's chat with Drew and Zach they dive into the making of their EP "Resolution," their influences, the current state of the genre, and what it's like building a buzz in today’s scene.

If you love bands like All Time Low, State Champs, or Neck Deep, Old Neon might just earn a permanent spot in your playlist. This is a band that captures the heart of pop punk wit...

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In this episode, I sit down with isitjosh, as we discuss his upcoming album A Collection of Short Stories About The Heart, dropping May 30th. We talk about the impact of being a social media influencer and how that impacts promoting music and shifting audience perception. 

🎧 Listen to isitjosh:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2fCVmSjaZIOV3gebJQm7oa Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/isitjosh/1607421757 

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In this episode, I sit down with Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens to talk about everything from the band’s upcoming new music to what to expect during the I Can’t Hear You World Tour with Pierce The Veil.

🎫 Don’t miss Sleeping With Sirens + Pierce The Veil on tour—tickets are going fast!

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In this episode, I sit down with Eric Egan, frontman of Heart Attack Man, as we discuss their upcoming album Joyride: The Pale Horse, dropping April 25th. We talk about the band's evolution, the heavier direction of their new sound, and why this record takes a more serious tone compared to past releases.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5esKrGWvWmBAmjnao5jInN Apple Music: https://music.appl...

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