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Going Off Track

834 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 266 ratings

Going Off Track is a weekly, interview show hosted by Benny Horowitz (The Gaslight Anthem) and producer Brad Worrell.

The show was created in 2012 by Jonah Bayer, Steven Smith and Brad, when Steven (then a FuseTV host with Jonah his writer), realized that all the interesting conversations with guests were happening while the lights were being setup. Once cameras started rolling it was all about PR and record-label priorities. Prior to that they'd discuss skateboarding, cooking or just about anything else of interest to the artist.

So was born the casual, "living room conversation" dynamic of Offtrack who's guest list leans towards the musical but with plenty of comedians, actors and generally interesting folks thrown in.

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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

#365 - Road-Dogs: Scott Anna & Ian Perkins

May 05, 2021 09:00 - 50.4 MB

For the 2nd installment of our Road Dogs® series, we got Scott Anna, who's done time with Alkaline Trio and The Gaslight Anthem. As an added bonus, we had guest-host, Ian Perkins of Gaslight and The Horrible Crowes on board too! Big tales get told!

Toby Morse

April 28, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Legendary NYC hardcore band H2O's dynamic frontman, Toby Morse joins us to discuss his colorful history like his first arrival in NYC as a teen, rolling right into a CBGBs matinee. There's also hanging with Tupac and appearing in a House of Pain video. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#364 - Toby Morse

April 28, 2021 09:00 - 46.8 MB

Legendary NYC hardcore band H2O's dynamic frontman, Toby Morse joins us to discuss his colorful history like his first arrival in NYC as a teen, rolling right into a CBGBs matinee. There's also hanging with Tupac and appearing in a House of Pain video.

Ratboys

April 21, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MB

Ratboys, Julia Steiner and Dave Sagan joined us from Kentucky and Chicago to discuss not being able to tour their awesome last record, "Printer's Devil" with Wilco. We also got into the pizza debate and praised Walt Whitman. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#363 - Ratboys

April 21, 2021 09:00 - 45.1 MB

Ratboys, Julia Steiner and Dave Sagan joined us from Kentucky and Chicago to discuss not being able to tour their awesome last record, "Printer's Devil" with Wilco. We also got into the pizza debate and praised Walt Whitman.

Space Cadet

April 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

The Explosions's, Matt Hock and David Walsh's new band, Space Cadet is not what you might expect, but it's awesome. They check in to talk about recording the album with Pete from The Bouncing Souls, and tell us what they've been up to for the last decade. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#362 - Space Cadet

April 14, 2021 09:00 - 44.3 MB

The Explosions's, Matt Hock and David Walsh's new band, Space Cadet is not what you might expect, but it's awesome. They check in to talk about recording the album with Pete from The Bouncing Souls, and tell us what they've been up to for the last decade.

Steve Sladkowski

April 07, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Awesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#361 - Steve Sladkowski

April 07, 2021 09:00 - 46 MB

Awesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville.

#360 - Brian Gorsegner

March 31, 2021 09:00 - 47.3 MB

Night Birds frontman and authentic punk, Brian Gorsegner joined us to discuss all things punk-rock including talking your way out of a "police situation" and… sneaking in to a Weird Al Yankovic convention with Mikey Erg?

Brian Gorsegner

March 31, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MB

Night Birds frontman and authentic punk, Brian Gorsegner joined us to discuss all things punk-rock including talking your way out of a "police situation" and… sneaking in to a Weird Al Yankovic convention with Mikey Erg? Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matty O'Brien and Dave Hause

March 24, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

Dave Hause guest-hosts fellow road-dog, Matty O'Brien who came up with The Bouncing Souls, living in the historic, Jersey band-house then touring with Sick Of It All and The Mighty Mighty Bosstones where he partook in the outrageous stories related here. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#359 - Matty O'Brien and Dave Hause

March 24, 2021 09:00 - 44.5 MB

Dave Hause guest-hosts fellow road-dog, Matty O'Brien who came up with The Bouncing Souls, living in the historic, Jersey band-house then touring with Sick Of It All and The Mighty Mighty Bosstones where he partook in the outrageous stories related here.

#358 - Josh Gondelman

March 17, 2021 09:00 - 52.3 MB

The nicest guy in comedy, Josh Gondelman took a break from HIS awesome podcast, Make My Day as well as his day job at Desus & Mero to fill us in on Boston vs Brooklyn, George Costanza vs Road House's Dalton and of course, roast beef culture.

Josh Gondelman

March 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

The nicest guy in comedy, Josh Gondelman took a break from HIS awesome podcast, Make My Day as well as his day job at Desus & Mero to fill us in on Boston vs Brooklyn, George Costanza vs Road House's Dalton and of course, roast beef culture. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#357 - Cory Branan

March 10, 2021 09:00 - 44.5 MB

Memphis-born and Mississippi-raised, alt-country rocker and a legend on guitar, Cory Branan checked in to straighten us out on the biggest misconceptions of the south. We also discuss his love for John Prine, Randy Newman and B-horror movies.

#356 - Noël Wells

March 03, 2021 09:00 - 47.4 MB

Actor/comedian Noël Wells came on to tell us about her encounters with real ghosts and a childhood desire to run away and live in a giant pair of boots. Favorite guest host, Jeff Rosenstock validates her as a "real punk" while discussing her new album.

Noël Wells

March 03, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

Actor/comedian Noël Wells came on to tell us about her encounters with real ghosts and a childhood desire to run away and live in a giant pair of boots. Favorite guest host, Jeff Rosenstock validates her as a "real punk" while discussing her new album. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#355 - Doc Coyle

February 24, 2021 09:00 - 58.4 MB

Heavy metal guitarist for Bad Wolves and God Forbid, Doc Coyle schooled us good on politics, cold showers and Jersey hard rock history. He also told us all about playing in the Metallica wedding band and his own Ex-Man podcast.

Doc Coyle

February 24, 2021 09:00 - 2 hours - 58.4 MB

Heavy metal guitarist for Bad Wolves and God Forbid, Doc Coyle schooled us good on politics, cold showers and Jersey hard rock history. He also told us all about playing in the Metallica wedding band and his own Ex-Man podcast. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#354 - John O'Callaghan

February 17, 2021 09:00 - 39.3 MB

The Maine frontman, John O’Callaghan aka John The Ghost in his solo project, checked in from sunny Phoenix to tell us what it is with that Arizona air that keeps bands happy. We also discussed baseball, loving your parents and pandemic pitbull puppies.

John O'Callaghan

February 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 39.3 MB

The Maine frontman, John O’Callaghan aka John The Ghost in his solo project, checked in from sunny Phoenix to tell us what it is with that Arizona air that keeps bands happy. We also discussed baseball, loving your parents and pandemic pitbull puppies. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#353 - Brendan Kelly

February 10, 2021 09:00 - 52 MB

The Lawrence Arms vocalist, Brendan Kelly checked in from America's windy city to regale us with tales, from his fcked-upbringing to amazing recording studios. Listen well, young punks, to the man who is too punk rock for Warped Tour. Fo' real.

Brendan Kelly

February 10, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

The Lawrence Arms vocalist, Brendan Kelly checked in from America's windy city to regale us with tales, from his fcked-upbringing to amazing recording studios. Listen well, young punks, to the man who is too punk rock for Warped Tour. Fo' real. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#352 - Jake Brennan

February 03, 2021 09:00 - 32.1 MB

Disgraceland podcast's Jake Brennan is a genius. Why? He combined true-crime and music to make an amazing show! But he's got some real music cred to back it up including playing in Boston hardcore band, Cast Iron Hike. Of course we get into all of it.

Jake Brennan

February 03, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 32.1 MB

Disgraceland podcast's Jake Brennan is a genius. Why? He combined true-crime and music to make an amazing show! But he's got some real music cred to back it up including playing in Boston hardcore band, Cast Iron Hike. Of course we get into all of it. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#351 - Lande Hekt

January 27, 2021 09:00 - 41.1 MB

Lande Hekt of Muncie Girls has a new solo album that celebrates her coming out to the world. We had a delightful conversation with her about the album that she played all the instruments on, as well as her debilitating claustrophobia and sugar addiction.

Lande Hekt

January 27, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.1 MB

Lande Hekt of Muncie Girls has a new solo album that celebrates her coming out to the world. We had a delightful conversation with her about the album that she played all the instruments on, as well as her debilitating claustrophobia and sugar addiction. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#69 with Jason Shevchuk

January 25, 2021 20:16 - 31.7 MB

Jason Shevchuk, singer for Kid Dynamite and None More Black discusses his struggle with stage fright, the journey from fan to frontman and horror movies.

Jason Shevchuk

January 25, 2021 20:16 - 31.7 MB

Jason Shevchuk, singer for Kid Dynamite and None More Black discusses his struggle with stage fright, the journey from fan to frontman and horror movies.

#350 - Dave & Tim Hause

January 20, 2021 09:00 - 54.5 MB

Rock-Americana, true brothers in arms, Dave and Tim Hause have an amazing respect and love for each other and they use it to make great music together. They're also old pals of Benny's and the resulting conversation is just a delight.

Dave & Tim Hause

January 20, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Rock-Americana, true brothers in arms, Dave and Tim Hause have an amazing respect and love for each other and they use it to make great music together. They're also old pals of Benny's and the resulting conversation is just a delight. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#349 - Tom May

January 13, 2021 09:00 - 45.7 MB

The Menzingers have been guests just once before but come up so often that they certainly feel like GOT family. Vocalist/guitarist Tom May kept that vibe alive with a homey conversation about UFOs, Philly and New Years resolutions (which he loves).

Tom May

January 13, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

The Menzingers have been guests just once before but come up so often that they certainly feel like GOT family. Vocalist/guitarist Tom May kept that vibe alive with a homey conversation about UFOs, Philly and New Years resolutions (which he loves). Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021 Optimist Club

January 06, 2021 09:00 - 2 hours - 63.3 MB

For our first show of 2021 we gathered three of Benny's spirit animals - Dr. Neel, Roger Harvey and Aunt Judy for their unique, optimistic look at the year ahead. We also got a few lessons from the year we left behind and some epic New Year's Eve stories. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#348 - 2021 Optimist Club

January 06, 2021 09:00 - 63.3 MB

For our first show of 2021 we gathered three of Benny's spirit animals - Dr. Neel, Roger Harvey and Aunt Judy for their unique, optimistic look at the year ahead. We also got a few lessons from the year we left behind and some epic New Year's Eve stories.

#347 - Zach Lind

December 30, 2020 09:00 - 51.7 MB

Jimmy Eat World drummer, Zach Lind is a seriously grounded individual - his whole band is! It's part of the secret of their success. We get into that as well as growing up in a conservative household and some beer-snobbery as well.

Zach Lind

December 30, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Jimmy Eat World drummer, Zach Lind is a seriously grounded individual - his whole band is! It's part of the secret of their success. We get into that as well as growing up in a conservative household and some beer-snobbery as well. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#346 - Geoff Rickly

December 23, 2020 09:00 - 48 MB

Emo-screamer and post-hardcore band, Thursday frontman, Geoff Rickly is one of the most intelligent, sincere, old pals of the show. He checks in to discuss good vs evil, Jeff Rosenstock, and take us from the stray cats of Brooklyn to the growling, neighborhood dogs of Iowa.

#345 - Dominic Palermo

December 16, 2020 09:00 - 48.3 MB

#345 - Domenic Palermo

December 16, 2020 09:00 - 48.3 MB

Slowcore/indie-rock band Nothing's Domenic Palermo gives us one of the most interesting and varied conversations in a while. From the low-down on listening to Hot97 in prison, to out-drinking all other bands in the studio, this is one you won't forget.

Domenic Palermo

December 16, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Slowcore/indie-rock band Nothing's Domenic Palermo gives us one of the most interesting and varied conversations in a while. From the low-down on listening to Hot97 in prison, to out-drinking all other bands in the studio, this is one you won't forget. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Shiflett

December 09, 2020 09:00 - 2 hours - 55.3 MB

Foo Fighter and alt-country artist, Chris Shiflett checked in to talk about his early days roadying for Wax and working at Fat Wreck Chords before joining No Use For A Name. We also get current with his new record and his "Walking The Floor" podcast. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#344 - Chris Shiflett

December 09, 2020 09:00 - 55.3 MB

Foo Fighter and alt-country artist, Chris Shiflett checked in to talk about his early days roadying for Wax and working at Fat Wreck Chords before joining No Use For A Name. We also get current with his new record and his "Walking The Floor" podcast.

#343 - Andrew Neufeld

December 02, 2020 09:00 - 49.1 MB

Hardcore screamer, Andrew Neufeld of Comeback Kid is yet another hard-rocking Canadian sweetheart. He regales us with stories of transporting exceptional sausage and being shown "24 Hour Party People" in a Serbian jail.

Andrew Neufeld

December 02, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

Hardcore screamer, Andrew Neufeld of Comeback Kid is yet another hard-rocking Canadian sweetheart. He regales us with stories of transporting exceptional sausage and being shown "24 Hour Party People" in a Serbian jail. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#342 - Jon Snodgrass

November 25, 2020 09:00 - 45.8 MB

Indie/alt-singer/songwriter Jon Snodgrass has collaborated with everybody, from The Descendents and Lagwagon to Chuck Ragan. Our awesome convo with him goes just as many places, from writing jingles for friends to Warren Zevon and baseball.

Jon Snodgrass

November 25, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

Indie/alt-singer/songwriter Jon Snodgrass has collaborated with everybody, from The Descendents and Lagwagon to Chuck Ragan. Our awesome convo with him goes just as many places, from writing jingles for friends to Warren Zevon and baseball. Support the show via Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#341 - Chris Cresswell

November 18, 2020 09:00 - 53.8 MB

Punk/ska band, The Flatliners frontman, Chris Cresswell misses the road but also feels guilty about the amount of fun he had staying home this summer. We also talk songwriting, playing in Hot Water Music and pre-Canadians burning down the White House.

#340 - Kate and John Hiltz

November 11, 2020 09:00 - 52.7 MB