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Hear people share their passions and geek out about their favourite stories. The word ‘geek’ comes with a stereotype, let’s look beyond that and hear from the real people.
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A unique as heck solo podcast with my random chaotic mind unleashed inside a fictional treehouse setting for the vibe. New episodes of the most innovative podcast about everything on the internet.
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When I first got into hardcore I witnessed some pretty wild events. There were fights with skinheads, suburban dudes acting as "crews," countless stage dives, a full scale riot, black eyes, a broken nose, and a broken window at a gig in a second story loft courtesy of a guitar amp. There was also the time we all had to wait it out because someone pulled a gun out in the parking lot. This all transpired within my first two years in the scene. Needless to say I was hooked. This podcast will se ...
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New Artist Model ( http://newartistmodel.com ) in an online music business school for independent musicians, performers, recording artists, producers, managers, and songwriters who are driven to succeed and want to work smarter. Taught by Dave Kusek, the founder of Berkleemusic, New Artist Model offers a variety of classes that let you learn anywhere, anytime and at a fraction of the cost of other classes. You pick what aspects of your career you need help with the most and New Artist Model ...
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Host Jeff Hall talks to guest about whatever topic, interest, profession, curiosity that they want to talk about. Take time to wind down and give a listen. Wine is optional but encouraged.
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On this episode, Josh welcomes Hudson Valley's Grave Heist back to the podcast. With a new EP called “Desperate Times” dropping soon and an appearance on Spreading The Hardcore Reality next month, we figured this would be a great time to catch up with Ethan and Dan and tall about what the band has been up to since we last spoke. Towards the end of …
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Greg interviews Anthony and Chris from Long Island, NY's Overthrow on episode 169 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Overthrow were first active in the Long Island and NYHC scene in the mid-1990s and played shows throughout the northeast with bands like E-Town Concrete, Indecision, Kid Dynamite, Shutdown, and Madball. The guys in @overthrow_lihc …
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Greg and Josh take another trip down under in this interview Sean from No Hope on episode 168. @NoHopeHC is a melodic hardcore band from Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, and have a sound that will appeal to fans of Verse, Comeback Kid, and Have Heart. Sean discusses how he became acquainted with hardcore punk and the importance of CD samplers from pun…
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Episode 167 - Chris Wrenn (Bridge Nine Records)
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54:30On Episode 167 Greg and Josh are joined by Chris Wrenn from Bridge Nine Records. Chris discusses the early years of the record label in the mid-90s, the origins of Edge Day and the last Ten Yard Fight show, and how proceeds from the sales of the infamous "Yankees Suck" t-shirts financed some of the early 2000s most significant hardcore albums and p…
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On episode 166 Greg and Josh interview Dan Cross-Viola from World on Fire after doing a sting of solo episodes. World on Fire is hardcore band from Buffalo, NY that combines elements of d-beat into a unique sound that will appeal to fans of both genres.Dan shares his hardcore origin story and discusses how the band came together. Dan, Greg, and Jos…
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Episode 165 - Michael "Popeye" Vogelsang (Calling Hours/Farside)
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52:03On episode of 165 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg is joined by Michael "Popeye" Vogelsang of Calling Hours and Farside. Greg and Popeye discuss his introduce to hardcore in the 1980s, experiences he had attending hardcore shows in Orange County, and the influence early California hardcore bands like Hard Stance had on him. The discussion also…
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This episode features a conversation Josh recently had with Jake from Mile End. Mile End are a hardcore band from Canada that have been making some noise in recent months. During the conversation, Josh and Jake talk about the history of the band, the record coming out on NMZ, as well all of the other upcoming Mile End plans for the rest of 2024. Yo…
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On episode 163, Josh is joined by Gary from the Denver band Eyes Of Salt. Eyes Of Salt are a melodic hardcore band that just released a new EP called “What To Do When The Worst Is Coming.” Josh and Gary talk about the history of the band, some of the key shows they have played, as well as everything that went into the recording of the current recor…
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Continuing our occasional trips into the hip hop genre, Greg interviews MC Lars on episode 162. Most people will probably know MC Lars from his songs that went viral (Download this Song & Hipster Girl). For a hip hop artist, MC Lars is well versed in punk and hardcore; he name drops Madball and Minor Threat on tracks and features punk vocalists fro…
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On episode 161, Greg is joined by Rob Antonucci of Achilles fame to discuss his latest project, Into the Light. Into the Light is a post-hardcore band that will appeal to fans of Quicksand, but you can also detect influences from bands like Hum, Pixies, Nirvana, and Deftones. Greg is joined by his Worldpurge bandmate, Sean Bailey, who was in Buildi…
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On episode 160 Greg and Josh interview Buffalo, NY's Kill Uncle. Like Fatal Vision (episode 157) and Selfish Act (episode 159) Kill Uncle recently formed in the recent frenzy of activity coming out of Buffalo, NY's hardcore scene. Kill Uncle feature Billie Page, who has been in a number o notable Buffalo hardcore bands like Halfmast, Lockjaw, and W…
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On episode 159 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Greg and Josh interview Selfish Act. Selfish Act are one of the many hardcore bands that have recently formed in Buffalo, NY.'s vibrant and reenergized hardcore scene. Their music will appeal to fans of late 90s style hardcore. We hear about how the guys came bt be involved with hardcore, how the band …
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Greg sits down with Vanya, Daan, and Brecht from Becoming A.D. Becoming A.D. are a hardcore/thrash crossover band from Belgium that will appeal to fans of Power Trip, Municipal Waste, and Dead Heat. The guys discuss how they each found hardcore and how Becoming A.D. came together. We spend a considerable time hearing about the state of the Belgian …
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Episode 157 features a conversation Josh and Greg recently had with Ron Hill from Buffalo, NY's Fatal Visions and Final Declaration. As with most of our episodes, the conversation centers around being parents in hardcore. We also talk about the unique way Ron found hardcore, two recent Fatal Visions shows, as well as Ron's previous bands. Ron gives…
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Episode 156 features a conversation Josh had recently with Jake Gambatese. Jake is a part of the bands Frenzy, Nailgun, and Hosta. We talked briefly about Jake's introduction to underground music. We also talked about everything his bands are currently up to, including a show Josh is booking for Nailgun in Rochester in April. Following the credits …
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Episode 155 features a conversation Josh and Greg recently had with Ian from Lost Legion. Lost Legion are an Oi! band from Chicago that just released a new LP called "Behind the Concrete Veil" via Basque record label @Mendeku_Diskak. We talk about the new record, the lyrical content, Ian's time growing up in the Alabama hardcore punk scene, hardcor…
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On Episode 154 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Josh and Greg interview Dani and Geoff from Portland's Dry Socket. Dry Socket boasts a sound that will appeal to fans of fast, traditional hardcore and feature raw, authentic lyrics covering subjects ranging from family dynamics to contemporary social issues. Our guests discuss how they came t be livin…
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Episode 6: with MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord
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37:37DJ Thomas Carrotman interviews MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord, discussing their brand new album, "999" !! We talk about Disney, rap music, local lore, and lots of fun lighthearted topics. MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord have been two of my favorite, most listened to artists over the last 15 years so it was truly a pleasure and an honor to have…
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Episode 153 features a conversation Josh recently had with Robbie, Ed, and Ryan from the Rochester band Sedai. Our conversation covers the history of the band, as well as their plans for 2024. We also talked about the current state of the Rochester music scene and mixed bills. After the credits we hear the Sedai track "Empathizer." Follow Sedai on …
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On episode 152 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg and Josh interview Nate DelGallego from Hereditary. Hereditary is a newer band from San Diego, CA that will appeal to fans of heavy hardcore and beatdown hardcore. Nate shares his hardcore origin story; he is a second generation punk rocker who was first introduced to skate punk through his fathe…
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Episode 151 - Hannah Mountain (Harm Reduction, Recovery & Buddhism)
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1:11:29Hannah Mountain joins Greg on episode 151 for a second interview on topics relating to recovery, Buddhism, and hardcore.Hannah is an addiction councilor and yoga instructor from Syracuse, NY. Greg and Hannah discuss their experiences recovering from substance use disorder and mental illness, and their shared interest in hardcore and Buddhist philos…
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On episode 150 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Josh and Greg interview Vennie, the vocalist from south Florida's Spit Truth. Spit Truth will appeal to fans of bands like Guns Up!, Carry On, Have Heart, and Down to Nothing.We hear about how Vennie made the transition from an angsty teenage metalhead to a more positive outlook through hardcore punk, …
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On episode 149 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg and Josh are joined by all the hilarious and laid back guys in Sunflo'er. Sunflo'er is a mathcore band from Potsdam, NY with a chaotic sound that will appeal to fans of Every Time I Die, Converge, Circle Takes the Square, and Dangers. The guys from Sunflo'er bring us up to speed on how the develo…
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Episode 148 - Joe Krewko (Edict, Bury Your Dead, Blood Has Been Shed, As The Sun Sets)
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1:20:54Episode 148 features a conversation Josh recently had with Joe Krewko. If you have been involved in the hardcore scene in the last 25 years, you are likely familiar with Joe's body of work. We talked about the many noteworthy bands Joe has been a part of, including As The Sun Sets, Blood Has Been Shed, Bury Your Dead, and She Rides. The reason we w…
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On episode 147, Josh is joined by Rob from the Canadian band Rust. The conversation covers Rob's entry into hardcore, his involvement in the Canadian hardcore scene, as well as everything Rust has been up to lately. After the credits, you will hear the song Facedown from Rust. Follow Rust on Instagram at @rusthxc and visit their BandCamp at: rusthx…
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Spotlight: The ADHD Cast Featuring MC LARS and Schaffer the Darklord
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31:02Whilst we may not have any of our own episodes coming out, some of our friends are producing amazing content. So please listen to this wonderful episode from Tony Farina, then subscribe to Comics in Motion! This week on the ADHD cast, Tony is joined by Nerdcore rappers MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord to discuss their new Disney inspired album 999…
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On episode 146, Josh and Greg join Brendo, vocalist for AllxIn. AllxIn is an old school, positive hardcore band from Adelaide, Australia that will appeal to fans of Carry On and Youth of Today. Brendo catches us up on some recent lineup changes, the band's formation and history, their recent full length "What Remains," and their experience touring …
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On episode 145 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg interviews Tony, Joe, and David from Last Gasp. Last Gasp is based out of Cleveland, OH and play fast traditional hardcore that doesn't shy away from the occasional mosh part. This band will appeal to fans of Carry On, No Warning, and Berthold City. Greg and the band discuss the bands formation, …
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For decades, on the Oregon coast, a restless spirit only known as The Bandage Man haunts and taunts innocent people who drive alongside the coast of Cannon Beach. In this episode, my friend Noemi and I go exploring alongside that very coast in hopes to get a Bandage Man sighting for ourselves! Thanks so much to Noemi, who absolutely killed her perf…
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Episode 144 - Mike Jeffers & Rob Antonucci (Union)
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1:21:30Mike Jeffers and Rob Antonucci from Union join Greg and Josh on episode 144 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Union was active in the Buffalo, NY hardcore scene between 1994 and 1997, and released music on Ferret Records and Knowledge Records. They also toured throughout the north east, playing shows with other Buffalo bands of the era like Snapcase…
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Episode 143 - Charles Cure (Spiritkiller, Endicott, Hush)
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1:08:18Josh and Greg interview Charles Cure from Albany, NY's @spiritkiller_hc on episode 143. Spiritkiller is classic 90s style hardcore with detectable post-hardcore and metal influences, and will appeal to fans of Integrity, Helmet and Orange 9mm. Charles has also been in a number of notable hardcore bands over the last twenty years including Endicott,…
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This week, MC Lars delves into the vibrant world of video game music, with a particular focus on the groundbreaking Commodore 64 computer system from the 1980s. Joining him is Cowboy Coder, a contemporary musician profoundly influenced by the chiptune sounds of the era. Throughout their conversation, they explore the innovative and iconic character…
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In this episode of the MC Lars Podcast, Lars and Snax sit down with the legendary Esham to delve into his latest album, "Purgatory". With a career spanning over three decades, Esham, the pioneer of Acid Rap, remains a dynamic force in hip-hop. The hosts explore the connections between his new album and Dante's "Divine Comedy", discuss the evolution…
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Josh and Greg interview Sam and Mikey from Private Hell on episode 142 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Private Hell are from Richmond, VA, and have a sound that will appeal to fans of Integrity and Catharsis. We cover Sam and Mikey's introductions to hardcore punk, the band's formation, the influence thrash and metal have on the band, and the curr…
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Episode 141 - Joey Chase (Fight Like Hell)
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1:08:20Joey Chase from Denver, CO's Fight Like Hell joins Josh and Greg on episode 141 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Fight Like Hell was active in the early to mid-2000s and toured extensively throughout the US, sharing stages with bands like @deathbeforedishonorbhc. Joey talks about his experience booking tours in the MySpace era, notable Fight Like H…
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Episode 140 - Mark Scondotto (Shutdown)
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1:28:48On this episode of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Josh and Greg interview Mark Scondotto (@markshutdown) from Shutdown (@shutdownnyhc). Mark discusses his early life growing up in Brooklyn, and his introduction to hardcore punk through his older brothers. We cover the formation of Shutdown and the influence Mark's friend and classmate @justin.brannan…
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Welcome to my spooky treehouse! This week, my buddy Douglass (aka Prophet Ghost), drops by the treehouse to tell me all about battle rap and experience with rap battles he's participated in himself! Come hang with us and maybe he'll spit a freestyle to cap off another great night in My Spooky Treehouse! Find Prophet Ghost on his socials and say hi!…
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In this episode, John tells us all what Nickelodeon means to him by going over his favorite shows, moments, and overall favorite memories surrounding the number one network for kids, Nickelodeon! Hope you enjoy spinning a good yarn, see? Link to see the Spongebob ride: https://youtu.be/LRxxhB3GZ7k?feature=shared ALSO!! I said the show was Gamechang…
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On episode 139 Josh and Greg interview Zion's Blood. Zion's Blood is an up-and-coming band from Connecticut that will appeal to fans of metal influenced NYHC bands like Leeway and Crown of Thornz. The guys from Zion's Blood are all currently enrolled in college in various music related fields of study, and their technical proficiency is on full dis…
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Episode 2: Conspiracy Theories With My Sister, Lily
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33:47In this episode of My Spooky Treehouse, my sister Lily and I, discuss *synchronicity* and what it might mean to our day to day lives. We also talk about theories surrounding the pyramids where we bring up some wonderfully spooooky 'food' for thought! Really hope you enjoy! You can follow Lily on IG @lilbird102 :) Support the show by following us on…
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In the world premiere of My Spooky Treehouse, we take an insightful look back at my journey through the world of independent hip hop! I've been making music for a long time now and I'm so excited to share my story (so far). Starting with 2010 and chronicling to what I'm up to present day in 2023. Rap music means a lot to me and I am truly blessed t…
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Episode 138 features a conversation Josh and Greg had with Dan and Alex from Coalition.Coalition was a hardcore band from Michigan in the early 2000s that toured actively until they broke up in 2004. They released records through Smorgasbord, Martyr, and Fight Fire With Fire Records, and had a number of notable connections to some of the founding f…
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Episode 137 - Brian Rau (Future Cult Records, Black Azalea, Standfast, Tears of Isaiah)
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1:27:22On episode 137, Josh and Greg are joined by Brian Rau from Standfast, Tears of Isaiah, and Black Azalea. During the late 1990s and early 2000s, Fairport, NY had and active and vibrant hardcore punk music scene, which produced a significant number of notable bands from that era. Brian discusses his introduction to the music and people that establish…
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Episode 136 - Nino Nunziante (Summer Slam)
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1:29:24Episode 136 features a conversation Josh recently had with Nino Nunziante. Nino grew up in the Boston scene in the mid to late 90s before eventually moving to San Diego. We talk about Nino's experiences witnessing the different scenes in San Dieo and Boston. Nino is also the booker for Summer Slam in San Diego. We talked about the fest, putting it …
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Episode 135 - Damien Moyal (As Friends Rust, Morning Again, Culture, Shai Hulud)
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1:22:19Josh and Greg sit down with Damien Moyal in episode 135 and discuss his prolific involvement with hardcore. For the past 30 years Damien has been involved with a number of significant hardcore bands including As Friends Rust, Morning Again, Culture, Shai Hulud, and Bird of Ill Omen. Damien discusses how he came to be involved with hardcore, the for…
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Episode 134 features a conversation Greg and Josh had with Tyronne from Persecutor. Persecutor are a hardcore band from Melbourne, Australia. Persecutor released an EP in March called Babylon's Ashes. We talk about the EP, the hardcore scene in Australia, early 2000's old school, current scoiopolitical events, and so much more in our conversation w…
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On episode 133, Greg and Josh interview Jade Dust from Portland, OR. Jade Dust will appeal to fans of DC influenced melodic hardcore like Swiz and Shudder to Think. You can find them touring the Pacific Northwest and west coast where they have shared the stage with bands like Shook Ones, Bulletproof Backpack, Change, Faim, and Witness Chamber. The …
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Episode 132 features a conversation Josh and Greg recently had with Mark from Time X Heist. Time X Heist are a fairly new straight edge band from Denver. We talk about the formation of the band, their release on Crimewave, as well their split with Without Love from the UK. We also talked about Mark's time in the Denver Hardcore scene, including eve…
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