The Itch Rock Podcast
499 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsThe Itch is a longtime rock radio show on 89.1 The Wood (KCLC-FM). Now its hosts have entered the podcasting world with rock news, reviews, and interviews exploring the deep connection between people and music. If it gets your head banging and your blood flowing, it's an itch we're here to scratch.
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E209 The Itch On Tour: Set It Off, Crown the Empire, & Caskets + SAUL, Kingdom Collapse, & Hang Your Hate
April 23, 2024 08:45 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to see shows by friends old and new! We got to see Itch guests Caskets on their tour with Set It Off and Crown the Empire, as well as repeat Itch guests SAUL headlining with Kingdom Collapse and Hang Your Hate. Join us for a discussion about the pros and cons of drinking too much before (and after) a show and the benefits of having credibility with past guests. Plus, Dan catches a beatdown from a band, and an all-time great episode outro botch! Enjoy. If...
E208 A Conversation with Jake Crawford and Luke Caley of Unpeople
April 16, 2024 15:40 - 59 minutes - 81.8 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for riffs! And boy do our guests have them in spades! Jake Crawford and Luke Caley of Unpeople (and formerly of Press to MECO) join us for a delightful chat that covers the disbandment of their old band, the formation of their new one, the ingredients that make them so dynamic, and a whole bunch of pure music nerdery... which is the best kind of nerdery. The Unpeople EP comes out Friday, April 19. We've been riding for it for weeks, and we're so excited f...
E207 New Rock Roundup: Dead Poet Society, Blind Channel, & Kid Kapichi
April 09, 2024 08:45 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for albums! We're filling you in on three of our favorite records from the first quarter of 2024: Dead Poet Society's "FISSION," Blind Channel's "Exit Emotions," and Kid Kapichi's "There Goes the Neighborhood." Enjoy, as Dead Poet Society completes the trifecta of having an album review episode, a live review episode, and an interview episode! (For those keeping score, Blind Channel now has two album review episodes and an interview episode, while Kid Ka...
E206 A Conversation with Casandra Carson of Paralandra
April 02, 2024 08:45 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to hang with a MO bro! Or sis, to be accurate. Casandra Carson, frontwoman of Springfield, Missouri's Paralandra, joins us for an energized chat about her band's new album The Body Electric. Along the way we'll discuss the story behind "Love of My Life", Casandra's gift to her boyfriend, the fun they had making the music video for "Dirty Love", the time they were almost late to a show in The Itch's backyard, and what it's like to be in a band with your ow...
E205 A(nother) Conversation with Keith Wallen of Breaking Benjamin
March 26, 2024 08:45 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to run it back! Keith Wallen becomes a repeat guest, joining us to talk about his upcoming album Infinity Now and our collective Shiprocked experience. We'll discuss gratitude, loss, how Keith challenges himself as solo artist outside of Breaking Benjamin, and a surprising journey that inspired one of his new tracks. Enjoy! If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If ...
E204 Booking Shiprocked + The Itch On Tour: Beartooth, The Plot In You, Invent Animate, & Sleep Theory
March 19, 2024 08:45 - 51 minutes - 71.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to lie to you (but just a little)! We've got a smidge more Shiprocked-related business to take care of in the form of booking the 2025 lineup. (Alan, if you're listening...) Plus, Dan saw a show featuring two acts from Shiprocked 2024 in Beartooth and episode 180 guests Sleep Theory, as well as two bands he was less familiar with in The Plot In You and Invent Animate. What was the verdict? And what cardinal rule of Itch Etiquette was broken at the show? L...
E203 March Bandness Announcement + The Itch On Tour: Mammoth WVH and Nita Strauss
March 12, 2024 08:45 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a tradition! March Bandness returns, and we've got an 8-artist field vying for the prize of their very own dedicated Itch episode! Visit the polls below to vote on the first round, and check back later, as the link will stay updated with each current round. Plus, one artist gets a bonus preview, as KC and Dan saw and show recently! Enjoy. March Bandness 2024 is over, but listen and follow us on the socials to find out who won! If you like what you h...
E202 20 Years, 202 Episodes, and More Shiprocked
March 05, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 115 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for ... more culmination? Not content to summarize Shiprocked in one episode, we're back with part two of our recap. And we sandwiched an interview in between! Shiprocked 2024 was something we'll never forget, and after this episode, you might not either. Thank you for whatever part of this journey you've been a part of. Let's keep sailing the seas (of cheese?) together. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting r...
E201 Shiprocked: The Artist Experience with Eva Marie of Eva Under Fire
February 27, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for an intermission! When we last left our heroes, The Itch was at halfway through recapping our Shiprocked adventure. Eva Under Fire had an adventure of their own at this point in the story, so this week vocalist and part-time Itch co-host Eva Marie joins us to discuss Shiprocked from the artists' perspective. We'll hear tales of soundchecks gone awry, wholesome singalongs, and staying ready so you don't have to get ready. Plus, Eva discusses her new col...
E200 20 Years, 200 Episodes, and Shiprocked
February 20, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a culmination! After 20 years as a radio show and 200 episodes of a podcast, The Itch finally celebrated in the most fitting way possible: by spending a week stuck on a boat with about 30 bands, including about 10 we've had as guests! Shiprocked 2024 is in the books, and it was the perfect storm... literally. Join us for tales of endless concerts, friendships old and new, and what makes a festival on a boat the best kind of festival. Plus: The Itch cr...
Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Sam Bam Koltun
February 15, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBWhile The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 130: A Conversation with Sam Bam Koltun of Dorothy, Faster Pussycat, & Budderside, originally published December 6, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBo...
Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Dorothy
February 13, 2024 09:45 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBWhile The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 126: A Conversation with Dorothy, originally published November 15, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBox! And if you have the itch to hear brand new r...
Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Matt James of Blacktop Mojo
February 08, 2024 09:45 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBWhile The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 86: A Conversation with Matt James of Blacktop Mojo, originally published February 8, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBox! And if you have the itch t...
Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Maty Madiro of From Ashes to New
February 06, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBWhile The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. First up is Episode 46: A Conversation with Maty Madiro of From Ashes to New, originally published March 29, 2021. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBox! And if you have the it...
[Short Cuts] I'M ON A BOAT!
February 05, 2024 09:45 - 1 minute - 2.65 MBThis week, we're ON A BOAT! But we're leaving you with some oldies-but-goodies while you're at Kinko's straight flippin' copies. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadioBox! And if you have the itch to hear brand new rock tracks every Friday, follow our New Rock Roundup playlist! For any...
E199 A Conversation with Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society
January 30, 2024 09:45 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for science! Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society joins us to talk about his band's new album, and our first favorite album of 2024: FISSION. Jack goes in depth on the process of keeping the band's music genuine while also having the eyes and ears of a label and fans on them, going to embarrassing places in his lyric writing, their friendship with Badflower, and his fandom of Myles Kennedy. Plus, he introduces The Itch to new artists! Enjoy. If you like...
E198 A Conversation with AJ Channer of Fire From the Gods
January 23, 2024 09:45 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for positive energy! And our guest, AJ Channer of Fire From the Gods, brings it in spades! Join us as we geek out about guest spots, being a girl dad, and the band's latest single, "Thousand Lifetimes," featuring the legendary Corey Glover of Living Colour! Plus, AJ goes in depth about the inspiring message behind the band's 2022 album Soul Revolution. Enjoy. And check out AJ's label, Audio Pariah Entertainment! If you like what you hear, you can hear m...
E197 A Conversation with Fury in Few
January 16, 2024 09:45 - 34 minutes - 40 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a new (old) series! The Shiprocked Series returns in anticipation of this year's event, and first abord are Brayden and Ryan of Fury in Few! These guys blew us away a few months back during Metallica's St. Louis Takeover Weekend, so we had to have them on. Join us for a fun discussion about show intros, playing in front of James Hetfield, not wasting music, and... playing at Starbucks? Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us ev...
E196 The Itch Awards and Top 20 Albums of 2023
January 09, 2024 09:45 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for excellence! The 2023 Itch Awards are here and, as always, they're accompanied by our collective countdown of the top 20 albums of the year. If your music queue needs refillin', we'll discuss enough albums to keep you busy for the first fiscal quarter of 2024! Join us for LPs, EPs, honorable mentions, and our choices for Debut, Breakthrough, and Comeback artists of 2023. Plus, a look into the future at some exciting new music on the horizon! Enjoy. If...
E195 New Year's Eva!
December 31, 2023 09:45 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to end the year in style! Eva Marie of Eva Under Fire joins us to continue a holiday tradition, and the camaraderie is palpable! She's got stories of her soon-to-debut biopic, contraband merch, the Upheaval hill, and embarrassing herself in front of Gavin Rossdale and Bush! Plus, reflections on our time as friends/co-cheerleaders, and how she embraces imperfection and finds inspiration in a life that feels chaotic. Have a wonderful 2024, and happy New Yea...
E194 The Itch On Tour: Nonpoint, hed PE, Sumo Cyco, & VRSTY
December 26, 2023 09:45 - 55 minutes - 64.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for déjà vu! We took a road trip to see a Nonpoint tour featuring multiple past episode guests. Sound familiar? If so, kudos! And thanks for knowing your Itch history. Join us for a recap of our adventure seeing Nonpoint with hed PE, Sumo Cyco, and VRSTY at Chicago's Bottom Lounge. We've got tales of proper mosh pit etiquette, powering through illness on stage, and how to put milk in the bottle. Plus, The Itch finally meets a longtime friend in person! En...
[Short Cuts] The 12 Pods of Christmas
December 19, 2023 09:45 - 10 minutes - 12.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a tradITCHion! Oh yes, we said it. This year's 12 Pods of Christmas is a chance for us to reflect on the fun we've had in 2023, and to thank you for being part of it. We hope you enjoy this holiday Short Cut. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Radio.net, and OnlineRadio...
E193 Concert Catch-Up: The Urge, Black Stone Cherry, Soul Blind, Faster Pussycat, and more!
December 12, 2023 09:45 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to satisfy an urge! St Louis' heroes The Urge reunited once again for a holiday show alongside our guys in Tree One Four and the fellas from Wisemary, and we were there to see it. Plus, KC sees another local boy made good, episode 130 guest Sam Bam Koltun and Faster Pussycat, the guys check out Black Stone Cherry, episode 138 guestGiovannie and the Hired Guns, and Jigsaw Youth, and Aaron debated about seeing Soul Blind and Webbed Wing, but is pretty conte...
E192 A Conversation with Calva Louise
December 05, 2023 09:45 - 33 minutes - 38.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to travel the world! Well, vicariously, through our guests Calva Louise. Jess, Alizon, and Ben are based out of Manchester, but are originally from Venezuela, France, and New Zealand, respectively. And while they're definitely a band, they're also an all-purpose DIY art project, having created a graphic novel and their own videos for nearly all of their songs. Plus, they're slight viral sensations on account of Jess's sick homemade sliding keyboard! Their...
E191 A(nother) Conversation with Phil and Stephen of Taproot
November 28, 2023 09:45 - 30 minutes - 34.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to start a club! Taproot joins fellow Michiganders Eva Under Fire as the only bands with two Itch interviews in the same calendar year! Phil and Stephen join us to discuss the band's new album SC\SSORS and the shows they've been doing in support. Along the way, we get some fun insight on recording their single "Favourite Song" with Elias of Nonpoint, and we learn why musicians have to be careful about quitting their day jobs, even if they have a backup pl...
E190 Clipisode: Leftovers IV
November 24, 2023 09:45 - 36 minutes - 41.6 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a Thanksgiving tradition! In honor of our gratitude to our incredible guests and listeners, we've compiled a collection of previously unheard clips from our 2023 interviews. We hope you enjoy this extra insight into artists and the industry. If you listen closely, you'll find hints of two future interviews as an early Christmas gift. Featured in this episode: Giovannie and the Hired Guns, Fame on Fire, Ayron Jones, Nonpoint, Islander, The Exies, Kemi...
E189 The Weird Al Rock Mixtape with Lauren and Russ
November 21, 2023 09:45 - 47 minutes - 55.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to give thanks... specifically, for Weird Al and good pals! Our friends Lauren from the Beer'd Al Podcast and Russ from Infectious Groove Music join us to compile an Itch-style mixtape of our favorite rock(ish) tracks from one of the world's most beloved musicians, the amazing Weird Al Yankovic! Join us for stories of Star Wars, the merits of ska (or lackthereof?), and how nailing the tone can make or break a parody. This is a fun one. Enjoy. If you...
E188 The Itch On Tour: Les Claypool + Joe Bonamassa
November 16, 2023 09:45 - 34 minutes - 40.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to see more legends! Elite-level bassist Les Claypool (with his Fearless Flying Frog Brigade) and guitarist Joe Bonamassa came through St. Louis, and The Itch was there to see them... in one case, up close and very personal! Join us for tales of military marches, wholesome father-son bonding time, and one of the most perfect song titles of all time. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the mass...
E187 The Itch On Tour: Metallica Takes Over St. Louis
November 14, 2023 09:45 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to talk about a ton of Metallica! The biggest metal band in the world came to St. Louis for a pair of packed house, no-repeat sets alongside Mammoth WVH, Pantera, Ice Nine Kills, and Five Finger Death Punch. And on their day off, the next generation took over, with Bastardane and Fury in Few tearing down a smaller house of their own. Join us for tales of traffic jams, parallel setlist structures, and a band that came out of nowhere to be the unlikely hero...
E186 The Itch On Tour: Taproot, Eva Under Fire, & Heartsick... in Michigan!
November 09, 2023 09:45 - 55 minutes - 63.8 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to talk about MORE shows! And this was a big one! For the second time this year, we hit the road to see a lineup full of Itch guests. Taproot's release shows for their new album SC\SSORS (as discussed in episode 152) have been hits, and they capped off a 3-night run of sold out shows at The Machine Shop in Flint by inviting our friends Eva Under Fire and Heartsick to share the stage. It was a blast, and we're here to tell you all about it. Enjoy! If you ...
E185 Concert Catch-Up: 311, The Hu, Sleep Token, Chevelle, and more!
November 07, 2023 09:45 - 1 hour - 77 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to catch up! We've seen a lot of concerts over the past few months, and we finally had a chance to talk about them! And this one's got something for everybody. Three Days Grace, Chevelle, Loathe, Sleep Token, Asking Alexandria, The Hu, Zero 9:36, 311, AWOLNATION, and Blame My Youth! Join us for tales of pandering frontmen, impressive openers, nonexistent language barriers, and a fire alarm that just would NOT synchronize with the music! Dan's birthday wee...
E184 A(nother) Conversation with Joey Varela of VRSTY
October 31, 2023 08:45 - 30 minutes - 34.6 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to celebrate All Hallows Evarela! Our friend Joey Varela of VRSTY joins us for his second holiday-timed episode. Their new album Levitate is out now, and we dive into all the details, from single selection and bringing in features to dealing with a label and getting cussed out by the crowd. As always, Joey packs a ton of openness and insight into 30 minutes. Enjoy, and catch VRSTY on tour with Nonpoint, hed PE, and Sumo Cyco this December! If you like wh...
E183 The Itch On Tour: Riot Fest
October 24, 2023 08:45 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to Riot! For the first time ever, Aaron attended all three days of Chicago's Riot Fest, seeing 20 bands he'd never seen before and eating more than one delicious burrito. Join us for the rundown as he discusses first impressions, impressive veterans, and new crushes. Plus, Aaron is finally prepared to weigh in on Dan and KC's long-held conviction that The Used sucks live. In this episode: Calva Louise, Pinkshift, The Bobby Lees, George Clinton and the Pa...
E182 A Conversation with Joe Bonamassa
October 17, 2023 08:45 - 23 minutes - 26.7 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to get educated! Joe Bonamassa has more #1 Billboard Blues albums than anyone in history, and his time in the music world has taught him a ton about what it means to be an artist, a businessman, and a mentor to the next generation of musicians. Joe was kind enough to share some of his insight with us in a discussion about his new release, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, the changing state of the music industry, and how to give back when you've been given so much. En...
E181 A Conversation with Coco of Winona Fighter
October 10, 2023 08:45 - 34 minutes - 39.9 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to get stressed out. But only a little, because Coco from Winona Fighter, aka our "social media bestie," joins us for a wholesome conversation about meeting your heroes, live show theatrics, and taking your art seriously without taking yourself seriously. Along the way, The Itch learns some new lingo (but absolutely nothing about Coco's upcoming releases), Shiprocked comes up again, and Aaron calls a guest a "turd" for the first time. If you like what yo...
E180 A Conversation with Cullen Moore and Paolo Vergara of Sleep Theory
October 03, 2023 08:45 - 34 minutes - 39.7 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to get inked up! Or at least talk with a guy who just did. Cullen Moore and Paolo Vergara of Sleep Theory join us to discuss the insane and accelerated ride that has been their 2023, starting with a debut single in January that got half a million TikTok views and leading to September's release of their first EP, Paper Hearts. Along the way we'll talk about their love for Linkin Park, the double edged sword of internet virality, and how the best opportunit...
E179 The Itch On Tour: Red & SAUL + Local H
September 28, 2023 08:45 - 40 minutes - 46.7 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to double up on shows AND episodes! Following our recent interview with SAUL, we had to see the boys live on their tour with Red. And Aaron never passes up a chance to talk about Local H, so we're talking about that too! Enjoy a pair of concert adventures that include a train station, a next-door neighbor, and way too much smoke! If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-F...
E178 A Conversation with Benji Wilson and James Lazenby of Caskets
September 26, 2023 08:45 - 44 minutes - 51.2 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a jolly good show! Benji and James of Caskets join us for a truly delightful chat. The lads from Leeds discuss their new album, Reflections, favorite cities from their second US tour, and the key to success on a human level in an industry that can be cutthroat. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show fr...
E177 The Itch On Tour: The New Pornographers
September 21, 2023 08:45 - 29 minutes - 34 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to expand our musical horizons! Aaron saw indie rock royalty The New Pornographers at Thalia Hall in Chicago all the way back in May, and we've been sitting on the recording for months waiting for the right time to share it. But now, as we continue our recent streak of dropping two episodes a week, it's time to reveal the long-lost final Itch event of KC's birthday week! The New P's are an evergreen band, and we think this is an evergreen episode. Enjoy. ...
E176 A Conversation with Kenny Wayne Shepherd
September 19, 2023 08:45 - 53 minutes - 61.3 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a double episode! Legendary blues rock guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd joins us to talk about his new album, Dirt on My Diamonds, re-recording his breakthrough Trouble Is..., cover songs (including Five Finger Death Punch!), and adding polarizing sounds to his musical toolbox. Then, KC and Dan recount their experience seeing Kenny alongside King Solomon Hicks this past summer at The Factory! With a guest this big, we had to go king-size! If you like w...
E175 The Itch's Labor Day Extravaganza Concert Fiestival
September 14, 2023 08:45 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to see four shows at four venues in two days! That's right, The Itch has been so busy that it's another double episode week. Join us for a recap of seeing Fame on Fire and Kingdom Collapse (at the Old Rock House), Corey Taylor, Wargasm UK, and Itch favorites Oxymorrons (at The Factory), Memphis May Fire, Catch Your Breath, and Another Day Dawns (at Red Flag), and Shinedown, Papa Roach, and Spiritbox (at Riverport)! Holy cow was that a lot of links! This a...
E174 The Itch On Tour: Eve 6 (Plays Aaron's Birthday)
September 12, 2023 08:45 - 27 minutes - 31 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a birthday celebration! Aaron may not have had KC and Dan with him for his big day, but he had Eve 6, and that was enough for a great evening! Join us for tales of ancient automobiles, Yiddish lessons, and a hot tip on bagels as Aaron celebrates a milestone, Dan keeps his lips sealed about prom night, and KC continues his heelish behavior! Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses fro...
E173 The Itch On Tour: Dashboard Confessional & Des Rocs
September 07, 2023 08:45 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week, we're scratching the Itch for free beer... and a bonus episode! We've seen so many fun shows lately that, if we publish just one episode per week, we'll perpetually be months behind. So until we're caught up, that means extra episodes for you! In this one, KC recounts his recent experience at a Bud Light-sponsored "pop up" show featuring Dashboard Confessional and Itch favorite Des Rocs. Join us for sordid tales of the VIP experience, our first truly emo-adjacent episode, and... M...
E172 A Conversation with Chad Sexton of 311
September 05, 2023 08:45 - 29 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week, we're scratching not just an Itch, but an artist off our wish list! Chad Sexton of 311 joins us to discuss the 30th anniversary re-issue of his band's debut album Music, the fine art of creating a setlist, and what keeps five people together in a band for over three decades (hint: it might be bacon). Plus, Chad takes us on a trip down memory lane with stories from a few album eras, Aaron doesn't get to talk about drum art, and this clip proves why Chad rules. Enjoy. If you like w...
E171 The Itch On Tour: Secrets, Outline in Color, VRSTY, & Nerv
August 29, 2023 08:45 - 23 minutes - 27 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch ... for crime? Dan and KC visited the Red Flag to see the Collapse Tour, featuring Secrets, Outline in Color, Nerv, and our friend Joey Varela and VRSTY, whom the guys may or may not have inadvertently kidnapped. Join us for a fun talk about tour camaraderie, on-stage swagger, and the search for Subway. Plus, a shout out to St. Louis' own Discrepancies, and the long-awaited debut of The Itch Box. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every S...
E170 The Itch On Tour: grandson & K.Flay
August 22, 2023 13:45 - 36 minutes - 42.5 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for family fun! In episode 154, Dan introduced his son Dean to our guest grandson. Not long after, Dan and his family got to see grandson at The Factory on his I Love You, I'm Trying tour with K.Flay (whose new album Mono drops in September). A fun (and sometimes sleepy) time was had by all! Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St....
E169 The Itch On Tour: Bloodywood, Vended, & Wargasm
August 15, 2023 08:45 - 31 minutes - 36 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch to catch up on the back catalog! Months ago, The Itch saw a series of very memorable shows. But once we started the Upheaval interviews, those episodes got put on the back burner. Now we're bringing you some overdue coverage of some headbangin' shows. First up, our experience seeing Indian folk metal band Bloodywood alongside Vended and Wargasm at Pops! If you haven't felt the energy of a band like Bloodywood, well... it's because there aren't many acts l...
E168 A Conversation with Blake and Zach Bedsaul of SAUL
August 08, 2023 08:45 - 31 minutes - 36.6 MBThis week, we're scratching The Itch for a throwback! Blake Bedsaul was our third guest, back in episode 44. Now he's back for our 50th interview, and he brought his brother Zach along for the ride! The Bedsaul brothers and their band, SAUL, have just released their second full-length album, This Is It... The End of Everything, and they're here to talk about the evolution of their sound, processing the loss of their mother, and their love for Tool. It's a pleasure to speak with guys who just...
E167 The Itch Upheaval: In Our Wake
August 01, 2023 08:45 - 59 minutes - 68.3 MBWelcome to the Uprising... one more time! Detroit's In Our Wake joins us to close out the series by sharing the Upheaval experience from the artist's perspective. Join us to hear tales of what it's like to be independent, what to do when a pandemic depletes your band, and why Michiganders are such sweethearts. Plus: The Itch welcomes its youngest guest. And a record is broken, as well as some knees. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to t...
E166 The Itch Upheaval: Festival Recap
July 25, 2023 08:45 - 1 hour - 116 MBThe Uprising has welcomed us! Upheaval is in the books, and we made it out alive, but not unscathed! Join us (and a very special guest) to recap our two days in Grand Rapids. Who we saw, who we didn't, and what made this such a memorable experience from start to finish. It's a long one, but we promise the ride is worth it. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you ...