This is Just a Phase
73 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsAn interview and discussion podcast that delves into multiple forms of punk rock and their subcultures.
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Episodes
Episode 91 - Less Than Expected Bonus Content (w/ Martin Dunn)
December 21, 2023 22:04 - 1 hour - 81 MBWelcome to the bonus content where I continue to chat w/ Martin Dunn, vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist of the band Less Than Expected. We chat more about their new album “Time Enough at Last” and discuss the concept behind it. We also play some songs as we analyze the album track-by-track. Hope you enjoy. +++ song included in this episode are from “Time Enough at Last” and are: “Tuning In,” “View Askew,” “Little Miss,” “Erotomania,” and “Plot Device.” - used with permission from Martin and t...
Episode 91: Less Than Expected Bonus Content (w/ Martin Dunn)
November 22, 2023 14:27 - 1 hour - 81 MBWelcome to the bonus content where I continue to chat w/ Martin Dunn, vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist of the band Less Than Expected. We chat more about their new album “Time Enough at Last” and discuss the concept behind it. We also play some songs as we analyze the album track-by-track. Hope you enjoy. +++ song included in this episode are from “Time Enough at Last” and are: “Tuning In,” “View Askew,” “Little Miss,” “Erotomania,” and “Plot Device.” - used with permission from Martin and t...
Episode 90 - Less Than Expected (Martin and Matt)
November 22, 2023 14:27 - 1 hour - 91 MBOn this episode I have the joyous experience of sitting down and chatting w/ my good friends Martin and Matt of the Ohio sludge punk band Less Than Expected. We chat about their long awaited brand new second album “Time Enough at Last.” We also chat about Martin discovering Homeless Gospel Choir and starting LTE as a solo acoustic outlet, Martin doing graphic design and comic art, moving up from Florida and life after Kimota Bombs, how Hunter and Dan joined the band, the importance and influe...
Episode 89 - Curse Words (Tommy, Nicole, Pete, Craig)
October 25, 2023 13:22 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBOn this rad episode I get the honor of sitting down w/ all four members of Washington, DC punk band Curse Words. We chat about the formation the band nearly 10 years ago, their career up to this point, and bringing Nicole into the fold in 2021. We also discuss their latest album “It Was the Cursed of Times” (out now through Allegedly Records,) their influences, giving the band a fuller sound, the reasoning for concept albums, and so much more. So sit back and get apocalyptic w/ this episode o...
Episode 88 - The Lousekateers (Live at Mom’s Basement Fest)
October 11, 2023 13:36 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBI took the podcast on the road (and by the road I mean 7 minutes down the road) to Mom’s Basement Fest and had the pleasure of chatting with all 3 members of the NYC pop punk band The Lousekateers, El Chivo, DANIMAL, and GingerVal. We chat about the making of their brand new album MANDEMIC, out now, as well as their career and influences. We also chat about writing about politics without being a political band, having the opportunity to play Mom’s Basement Fest, their favorite songs to play, ...
Episode 87 - Gerry LaFemina (The Downstrokes / Savage Mountain Fest)
September 27, 2023 14:27 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBOn this really fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting with Gerry LaFemina, frontman of the Maryland punk band The Downstrokes and creator of the Savage Mountain Punk Fest and Arts Program. We chat about his band and their new album “This Close to Vertigo” (being released on 9/29/23 on CD, Vinyl, and Digital through a joint partnership from Allegedly Records and Coffin Curse Records,) along with the grant they received from the Maryland State Arts Council to help finance it, as well as thei...
Episode 86 - Tyler Adams (The Follow Ups / Positive Punker Podcast)
September 13, 2023 14:44 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBOn this fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Tyler Adams (not THAT other Tyler Adams) from the Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada pop punk band The Follow Ups. We chat about the band, their partnership with Cellar Dwellers and Mom’s Basement Records, the formation of the band, moving from Ontario to New Brunswick, and the band’s plan on a new full length coming later this year. We also discuss his podcast, The Positive Punker, and talk about mental health, within the sce...
Episode 85 - Vinny Marone (LOUD LOVE)
August 09, 2023 12:47 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBOn this absolute blast of an episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Vinny Marone, brainchild of the awesome Philadelphia-area punk band LOUD LOVE. We chat about starting the project as a way to cope during the pandemic and as a way to work w/ people he admired, using the band as a way to convey his variety of influences, our shared love of TwentyOne Pilots, and the way we can connect with our children through music. We also converse about LOUD LOVE’s new EP “The Price of A...
Episode 84 - Steve Cee (RATH & the Wise Guys)
July 25, 2023 12:20 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBOn this engaging interview I sit down with Steve Cee from the Tampa, Florida punk band RATH and the Wise Guys for a second time. We chat about his band’s recent Midwest/East Coast tour, their live split release w/ the Cutoffs, and their EP “In the Mirror.” We also talk about the positive vibe the band carries with them, wanting to reach as many people through their music, Florida being the Butthole of America (LOL, just joking people,) and much, much, more! So sit back and have a good time wi...
Episode 83 - Will West (Paperback Tragedy)
July 11, 2023 13:50 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBOn this insightful episode I sit down and chat with Will West, vocalist and guitarist for the Baltimore power-skate punk band Paperback Tragedy. We chat about the return of all-ages show, growing older in the punk scene, his son following his footsteps into the scene, and the formation of the band. We also chat about PT getting attention in Japan despite never playing there, taking a break and forming Clockbreaker, how the pandemic stopped their stride after reforming, their work w/ Allegedly...
Episode 82 - Nick Spoon (Lesser Creatures)
July 03, 2023 14:24 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBOn this extremely fun episode one of my best buddies comes back for a 4th time, Nick Spoon from Lesser Creatures. He came back to promote their split w/ The Hawaiians, due out 7/08 via Last Exit Records in EU and Mom’s Basement Records in the US. But just like the previous 3 times the conversation derails into us clowning on each other, making each other laugh, and just genuinely having a good time. We cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time, and we do get to topics such as writing so...
Episode 81 - Jason Baygood, Nathan McDougall (Space Age Zeros)
June 27, 2023 16:29 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBOn this blast of an episode I sit down and chat w/ Jason Baygood and Nathan McDougall of the Chicago pop punk/power pop band Space Age Zeros. We chat about how they formed, how they hooked up with Nick No from Ramonescore Radio/Wellsville Records, how they blend all their influences, and how the scene thrives in the digital age of streaming and social media. There’s also plenty of Screeching Weasel, Dan Vapid, J Prozac/ The Prozacs, Descendents/ ALL, and Anti-Flag talk, and much, much more! S...
Episode 80 - August of Goodbye Sunshine
June 08, 2023 13:49 - 46 minutes - 43 MBOn this fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with August, guitarist and vocalist of the Chicago-based pop punk band Goodbye Sunshine. We chat about forming the band, writing light-hearted and short songs, how he got into punk rock through his sister, recording w/ Joe Queer, teaming up w/ Larry Parker and River Monster Records, and working on their new EP, “People Will Like You When You Stop Being Yourself.” We also talk about his upcoming trips to Wisconsin and Las Vegas, playing w/...
Episode 79 - Tim Nave (The Artist Known as Tim)
May 25, 2023 16:20 - 52 minutes - 48 MBOn this deep and insightful episode I get the honor of chatting with folk artist Tim Nave, or The Artist Known as Tim. We chat about his roots in the Appalachian region of Tennessee, growing up in the church and it’s strict guidelines, how he discovered music from his dad’s hidden cassette tapes, & eventually discovering punk and playing in bands. We also discuss recording and playing on his own, after a ten year hiatus, his relationship w/ Katzulhu Productions, coming to terms with his upbri...
Episode 78 - Rocky Dennis Face (Marcus, Ben, Justin, & Scott)
March 29, 2023 14:49 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBOn this hilarious and fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with Pittsburgh Ramonescore/pop punk band Rocky Dennis Face. We chat about how I got into the band, how they started, their influences, and their place in their local scene. We also discuss their debut self-titled full length, how their cover EP “Not Too Hard, Not too Soft” came to be, and their co-headlining shows w/ The Prozacs in Pittsburgh and Youngstown, OH on March 31st and April 1st. So kick back and have a good time ...
Episode 77 - J. Prozac (The Prozacs, solo work)
March 15, 2023 17:41 - 58 minutes - 54 MBOn this fun episode I get the absolutely pleasure of having J Prozac back on the podcast for a 4th time! The Prozacs frontman and solo performer came back on and chatted about work on his 3rd solo record, the future of the Prozacs, and finding the balance between the two projects. We also chat about him getting ready to play Pittsburgh and Youngstown for the first time since 2007, the future in general, and so much more. So sit and get therapeutical w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (tracks featu...
Episode 76 - Dave Strong (solo, The Pinheads, The Guts)
February 22, 2023 14:33 - 58 minutes - 54 MBOn this exciting episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with one of my good buddies, Dave Strong, solo artist and former member of The Pinheads and The Guts. We chat about getting into music and forming The Pinheads w/Nate Doyle, his time in The Guts and playing with the likes of Geoff Palmer, Wimpy Rutherford, and Brad Marino, and taking another swing at playing musIc. We also chat about giving back to the scene, his debut solo album (in conjunction w/ Phameless Records for the vinyl rel...
Episode 75 - Miski Dee Rodriguez (City Mouse)
February 08, 2023 18:42 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBIn this episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with the incredible Miski Dee Rodriguez of the amazingly cool punk band City Mouse. We chat about her moving across the country to start the band, the early years, her influences, and writing style. We also wax nostalgic over 90s music, excitement for her upcoming tour (w/ a stop in Youngstown,) preparation for the release of the “Magnitude” EP and her upcoming full length (both coming out on the California based label It’s Alive...
Episode 74 - Ryan Hughes & Andy Windsor (LameAss Dads)
January 11, 2023 19:19 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBOn this kid friendly episode I get the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Andy and Ryan of the Toledo, OH area punk band LameAss Dads. This conversation covers a lot of ground, like discussing the origins of the band, being fathers and how that blends into the lyrical content, their debut album “Greetings from Nowhere, OH,” influences, and their partnership w/ the Columbus-based label Punkerton Records. I also discuss some of my favorite lyrics w/ the guys, we chat about topics that refle...
Episode 73 - “How the Tables Have Turned: Jon Answers Your Questions!”
December 22, 2022 15:14 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBIt’s here, whether or not you asked for it. An episode where the tables have turned and YOU, past guests and fans are asking me questions for a change! I do my best by answering all the fun, insightful, and humorous questions and I even play some cool tracks in between. This is the last episode of the season and I wanted this to be something fun and completely different! Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays and Happy New Years to all of you from TIJAP! *** (music from bands such as: The Chipmunks, ...
Episode 72 - Amy Brady Morris (Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Beyond the Pit, Scene to Shining Scene)
December 19, 2022 13:59 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBOn this fun, relaxing episode I get the pleasure of sitting down w/ Amy Brady Morris of Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Ska Box, Beyond the Pit, and Scene to Shining Scene. We chat about her growing up in Northern California, getting married young, how she got exposed to punk by her husband, realizing she could have a life outside of kids as they got older, and her eventual partnership w/ Bree and Chris at Allegedly. We also chat about her partnerships with Ska Box and Punk Box, the always fun w...
Episode 71 - The Distractions (Jason Fowler, Kevin Klodzinski, and David Rodgers)
December 13, 2022 15:26 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBOn this episode I sit down and chat w/ members of the South Bend, IN band The Distractions. We discuss the process of making their latest Self-Titled album, as well as what led to the formation of the band, their influences and how they got into punk. We also chat about how the local scene is recovering after the shutdown, their previous bands and how they helped shape them as individuals, and how the band is now moving forward. So sit back and get distracted by this episode of TIJAP! ***(son...
Episode 70 - Joe Wolfe & Nick Anthony (TV Thief)
November 15, 2022 14:32 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBOn this fun episode I get to sit down and chat w/ Joe and Nick from the Baltimore, MD punk/power pop band TV Thief. We chat about their brand new EP “Victory Lap,” influences, recording themselves with a home studio, the members playing w/ other bands, the Baltimore scene in general, and Nick’s ordeal trying to learn drums in his school band. Nick also shares a funny story about a band breaking up live on stage, the complexity of staying digital vs. selling physical copies, and so much more w...
Episode 69 - Rob Huddleston (Ann Beretta, Foundation) and Scott Pasch (DCxPC Live)
November 07, 2022 15:16 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBOn this unbelievable episode I get to sit down and chat w/ Rob Huddleston, vocalist and guitarist of legendary Virginia punk band Ann Beretta, and Scott Pasch, owner of DCxPC. We chat about how the two joined forces for the release of the live album “Like a Riot!” I fan boy a little bit on this episode because I’ve been a fan of Ann Beretta ever since I heard them on a Lookout! Records comp back in ‘99 and quickly bought their second full length “To All Our Fallen Heroes.” We chat about the b...
Episode 68 - Larry Parker (River Monster Records)
October 27, 2022 14:51 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBOn this chill episode I sit down and chat w/ Larry Parker, owner of River Monster Records. We chat about a slew of things including record labels and the different recording formats, how he started the label, and how he got into punk and other music while growing up on a Air Force Base. We also chat about several of his bands, his plans moving the label forward, how we’ve dealt w/ obstacles, and so much more. So sit back and relax w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (music included in this episode:...
Episode 67 - Athena Athens (Little Lost Girl Media, Wasting Time w/ Athena Athens podcast)
October 14, 2022 15:31 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBOn this fun, spastic, and palette cleansing episode, I sit down and bullshit w/ one of my favorite people on this planet, Athena Athens of Little Lost Girl Media and the Wasting Time w/ Athena Athens podcast. This is her second time on the podcast and it’s been long way overdue! We chat about guests that have been featured on her podcast, her original idea for it, and what’s in the works for LLG moving forward. We also talk S’Barro’s pizza, being too broke to buy friend’s label releases, and ...
Episode 66 - Live at Mom’s Basement Fest
October 07, 2022 00:49 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn this special nostalgic episode of the podcast: it’s all things Mom’s Basement Fest. It was held this past weekend, Saturday October 1st at Westside Bowl in fabulous Youngstown, OH. It’s the second installment of the fest, and the first time being held in my backyard. Eleven kickass bands came out and totally slayed the evening, w/ John Proffit (aka John Mom,) Tricia Ritz, and Beau Basement doing an amazing job at bringing everything together. Nate at WSB did an amazing job too, providing u...
Episode 65 - The Plan B’s (Joe, Josh, & Matt)
September 30, 2022 13:01 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBOn this cool episode I sit down and chat w/ Joe, Josh, and Matt - members of the Columbus, OH area pop punk band The Plan Bs. We bullshit about the band forming, the Columbus / Dayton scenes overall, and us joining forces to put out their debut EP “Catch a Break” (out now on CD and digital through This is Just a Record Label.) We also chat about the origin of their name, influences, rotating drummers like Spinal Tap, and so much more. So sit back and relax with this episode of TIJAP. *** (son...
Episode 64 - Ron Saccoccio & Matt Alive (Our Brains Hurt Podcast)
September 14, 2022 14:20 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBOn this extremely fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down w/ Ron and Matt from the incredible punk interview podcast Our Brains Hurt. I’ve been a fan of this podcast and of these guys since they first launched in late 2020. We chat about the podcast and how it came to be, getting the Jasons to do their theme song, and how their local scenes are bouncing back from the pandemic. We also share funny stories, talk a little sports, and so much more! This was a really fun and humorous conver...
Episode 63 - Mike Patton (Vista Blue, The Loblaws, The Robinsons, After Hours Horror Podcast)
September 08, 2022 13:03 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBOn this fantastic episode I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Mike Patton of the bands Vista Blue, The Loblaws, The Robinsons, and of The Radiant Radish radio program, After Hours Horror Podcast w/ John Galvin of Kelsey Badgrammer, and The Snow in Southtown Podcast. We chat about his band Vista Blue and their new album “Stay Gold” (released September 1st on Radiant Radish Records and Outloud Records.) We talk about the origin of the band’s name and the early years of ...
Episode 62 - Sasha Mereu & Noless (United Defiance)
September 02, 2022 16:53 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBOn this episode I’m super excited to have Sasha Mereu and Noless from the California Bay-Area punk band United Defiance. We chat about a bunch of things including the beginning and career of the band, Sasha joining and various other lineup changes, their 2021 album “Change the Frequency” and the origin of the title. We also discuss their other careers as magician, visual artist, voice-over actor, and motivational speaker, some super funny stories, and them getting ready for an upcoming tour. ...
Episode 61 - Bree Myers (Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Scene to Shining Scene)
August 17, 2022 12:44 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBFinally, I’m back with a brand new episode after a three week break. This time I have the absolutely pleasure of sitting down w/ Bree Myers, co-owner of Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Scene to Shining Scene, and the upcoming zine entitled “Beyond the Pit.” We chat about starting the label and her 2 partners Amy and Chris, her growing up in the central PA scene, local venues, deciding to do Punk Box and all it entails, and our mutual involvement in the label collective Scene To Shining Scene. We...
Episode 60 - AJ West (Nervous Aggression)
July 22, 2022 13:56 - 1 hour - 60 MBOn this hard-hitting episode I get to sit down and chat w/ AJ West of the Youngstown area hardcore band Nervous Aggression. We chat about a slew of things including the career and beginning of the band in East Liverpool, OH, being able to play w/ his brother Blake, him moving to Youngstown and his love of the city, local bands that we both have a real affinity for and venues that we both dig, him briefly living in Columbus during the early part of the pandemic, some funny stories, as well as ...
Episode 59 - This is Just a Radio Broadcast
July 07, 2022 12:37 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBSpecial radio broadcast style episode featuring information, trivia, and just general stuff I feel like chatting about. Also includes this playlist of the songs featured. Hope you enjoy. PLAYLIST: 01 The Prozacs – “Let’s Go” 02 The Radio Buzzkills – “I Want My Records Back” 03 John Denver’s Body Double – “Daggers” 04 Flake City – “Dead End City” 05 Wild Sandals – “Queen of the Surf” 06 Atoms – “I’m Pretty Good (at F@*#ing Up)” 07 Idleminds – “Brick By Brick” 08 Noodle Brain ...
Episode 58 - Carl Geissert (Mantis Watch)
June 30, 2022 13:18 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB“… In the year 2384 the Mantids descended upon the earth. They struck without warning or mercy. Three billion human lives ended that day. They were the fortunate ones. The scattered remnants of the human race were faced with a choice: Live as slaves, or retreat to the shadows. Either meant a brutal and never-ending struggle for survival. In a final act of desperation, 3 brave souls were sent back in time to save humanity. They started a band for some reason.” | On this incredible episode I si...
Episode 57 - Ken Painter (Ramonescore Brigade Volume I & II, Tarleks)
June 16, 2022 13:26 - 54 minutes - 50 MBOn this exciting episode I get to sit down and have a wonderful conversation w/ Ramonescore Brigade co-founder and Tarleks bassist Ken Painter. We chat about coming up w/ the idea of creating the Ramonescore Brigade series of albums (Volume 2 to be released this Friday, June 17th,) getting exposed to new bands during the process, getting into punk rock in Vancouver, BC, his early bands and forming Tarleks, him helping w/ the releases of A Gutter Pop Christmas and Punk 101 compilations, and so...
Episode 56 - Greg Slawson (author of “Punk Rock (Trivia) Rules OK!”)
June 07, 2022 13:25 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this episode I’m excited to have punk rock author Greg Slawson on the show. We chat about his book “Punk Rock (Trivia) Rules OK!” and coming up with questions and where he found his inspiration. We also discuss growing up in western MASS, his time going to college in Cleveland and DJing at Case Western, his job as a high school teacher, some of his favorite questions, and his work on a future book as well. So sit back and get more intelligent w/ this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs included ar...
Episode 55 - Kemp and Mike (One Reason to Rise)
May 31, 2022 13:44 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBOn this fun episode I sit down w/ Kemp and Mike from the Bogota, Colombia band One Reason to Rise to discuss their career as a band and their upcoming EP entitled “City Lights” that is getting released in June. We also chat about about forming 1R2R from the ashes off their previous band Defy, naming the first record that as well, their covers EP, growing up and getting into punk rock in Colombia, their influences ranging from Ska to metal to skate punk, as well as funny stories and much more....
Episode 54 - Drew Safari (Noodle Brain)
May 12, 2022 13:53 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn this exciting episode I sit down and chat w/ Drew Safari, 1/2 of the Chicago pop punk group Noodle Brain (which also features Eddie from The Kobanes and The Mitochondriacs.) We chat about coming up w/ the band out of necessity to save songs after his bands dilution, first getting into pop punk, and being influenced by his dad’s music collection. We also talk about writing lyrics, his releases: the “Self-Titled” EP and his full length “Bored to Death,” his relationship w/ Grim Deeds and Lap...
Episode 53 - Brandon Alan Lewis (Hell is Ohio, Punkerton Records)
May 06, 2022 14:27 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBOn this episode I have the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Brandon Alan Lewis, promoter for Hell is Ohio, owner of Punkerton Records, and curator of Hell is Ohio Fest. We chat about growing up in Paris, TX, moves to North Carolina and Ohio, and his inspiration for Hell is Ohio. We also chat about the Columbus, OH music scene in general, bringing back Punkerton Records after nearly 20 years, his recent punk meets metal show, and Hell is Ohio Fest that is taking place next month. So gr...
Episode 52 - Where’s Winona Now? (Lucy, Erik, Tyler, Dom, & Chris)
April 28, 2022 14:49 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBOn this episode I get the opportunity to chat with all 5 members of the fantastic Youngstown, OH pop punk band Where’s Winona Now? We chat about them starting out in 2014, the process of making their debut self-titled full-length and the follow up EP “Vermont,” as well as several lineup changes along the way. We also talk influences, the process of songwriting, the diversity of their local scene, one member showing up super late, the kickass venue ran by bassist Erik called The Wickyards, wor...
Episode 51 - Wheelchair Mosh Pit (Red, Alfredo, Lydia)
April 20, 2022 12:56 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBOn this episode I get the opportunity to sit down and chat w/ Red, Lydia, and Alfredo from the Las Vegas pop punk band Wheelchair Mosh Pit. We chat about forming the band during the pandemic, how they all found their way to Las Vegas, the origins of their name, and their work w/ the Nevada Wheelchair Foundation. We also chat about Vegas and the scene in general, their influences inside the band, plans for the future, and so much more. So sit back and get into the fun pit w/ this episode of TI...
Episode 50 - Ray Kolcun (Crooked Cobras, Scattergun, Weapons of Choice)
April 14, 2022 13:05 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBOn this episode I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Ray Kolcun of Pittsburgh punk hardcore band Crooked Cobras. We bullshit about the career of the band, their soon-to-be-released album, “God, Guns, and Greed,” his coming up in the scene and time spent in bands like Scattergun, Trash Magnet, Weapons of Choice, among other. We also chat about the Pittsburgh scene, the lack of focus of Pittsburgh in the documentary “PA Hardcore,” not taking shows for granted, and so muc...
Episode 49 - J. Prozac (The Prozacs, The Grandprixx, Stiletto Bomb, Doubtfire, Solo)
April 07, 2022 13:16 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBOn this episode of TIJAP, my good friend J. Prozac sits down with me for a 3rd time. We chat about a great year for J, his band The Prozacs celebrate 20 years with a collection entitled “Fan Favorites and Wannabe Hits” (out now on Outloud! Records,) and the release of his 2nd solo album “Won’t Let Go” (out now on CD by Rum Bar Records and cassettes by Memorable But Not Honorable, vinyl to come out soon from River Monster Records,) and the success that the release and several of the singles ha...
Episode 48 - Sam Sinister (Xennial Files, Angry Hour, Bar Trash, Dead City Dealers)
March 30, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBSam Sinister, my best friend and co-host on the Xennial Files podcast, is back on the podcast for the first time since the very first episode! You’re gonna want to dig into this one, because not only do you get our witty banter and our typical weird humor, but you also get a kick ass top 5 from the both of us: Top 5 Bands We Discovered During the Pandemic! But don’t worry, there is plenty of poop talk and other nonsensical shit in this episode as well, so buckle up folks! Please enjoy our 20 ...
Episode 47 - Lesser Creatures (Nick, Zac, and Scott)
March 22, 2022 12:35 - 1 hour - 88 MBThis episode features Explicit Content and is not for the faint of heart. Just kidding, it’s an episode where I sit down w/ three friends under the disguise of talking about the brand new release by Lesser Creatures entitled “Issue 2” (out now on Outloud! Records.) Nick, Zac, and new member Scott sit down and chat with me on a Friday evening, and well, things get interesting. We chat very little about the new record and we more or less just bullshit for almost an hour and a half about whateve...
Episode 46 - Gary Begner (Hellaphant, LAME)
March 07, 2022 14:40 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBOn this episode I sit down and have a fantastic conversation w/ Gary Begner, guitarist and vocalist of the London, Ontario (CAN) punk band Hellaphant. We have an honest and fun conversation about the formation of the band and making their debut EP “Crumble” (out now on Faster and Louder Records,) as well as trying to break through in the States, the Canadian music industry, funny stories from his time spent playing in power pop band LAME and in metal bands, and so much more. So sit back and g...
Episode 45 - John Gavin (Kelsey Badgrammer)
February 28, 2022 13:45 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBOn this episode I chat w/ John Galvin from the Finley, OH pop punk band Kelsey Badgrammer. We bullshit about his band and their output so far, including their 2021 release “Johnny Goes to 8 Mile.” He shares the story behind the albums title, brings up being mentioned in a previous episode of the podcast, funny stories hanging w/ the guys in The Jasons, some of his biggest influences, as well as him doing art and his work doing the layout design on the Prozacs soon to be released early demos r...
Episode 44 - Zac Buzzkill (The Radio Buzzkills, Lesser Creatures, Gutterpop Records)
February 18, 2022 14:59 - 1 hour - 84 MBSpending Valentine’s night w/ a sick Zac Buzzkill might not seem like such a great idea, but you would be wrong. Zac and I have a wonderful conversation discussing The Radio Buzzkills long-awaited brand new release “Get Even” (out now on ProRawk Records.) We chat about the new album, as well as several stories about several of the songs, the present Jenny got him, lyrics being therapeutic for mental health, the long delay for the release, and lots of Zac’s unique humor. So sit back and ride t...
Episode 43 - Christian Migliorese (The Feels, The Tattletales, What’s Good w/ Christian?)
February 15, 2022 14:03 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBI’m so excited to sit down and chat w/ Christian Migliorese of the bands The Feels, The Tattle Tales, and The Unlovables, and his Spotify podcast entitled What’s Good w/ Christian? We discuss his career and time spent not only doing The Feels but also stories about playing in the Tattle Tales and the Unlovables, his affinity for pop music, the genesis of his podcast, some insight into his songwriting approach and I learn the back stories of some of my favorite tracks. So sit back and dig the ...