Lead Singer Syndrome with Shane Told

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Erin Kelly-Burkett (Fat Wreck Chords), Louis Posen (Hopeless Records), Joey Cape (Lagwagon) Oct 02, 2025

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Episode 385 – Fat Wreck Chords Special – A landmark conversation with Erin Kelly-Burkett of Fat Wreck Chords, Louis Posen of Hopeless Records, and Lagwagon’s Joey Cape! We dig into the huge news that Hopeless is partnering with Fat Wreck, clearing all unrecouped artist debt and giving every Fat band a clean slate, while keeping the label’s legacy and fan experience fully intact. Hear how this historic deal came together and what it means for the future of independent punk.

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Luke Bentham (The Dirty Nil) Sep 25, 2025

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Episode 384 – Luke Bentham of The Dirty Nil returns to the show, seven years to the day since his last visit! We dig into their brand-new album The Lash, the process of writing and recording it, and a standout track “Rock N’ Roll Band.” Luke also shares a moving story from his travels in Rome and how a piece he saw at the Vatican stuck with him. The Dirty Nil are on tour now across Canada and overseas, go spin The Lash and catch them live!

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Ashrita Kumar (Pinkshift) Aug 20, 2025

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Episode 383 – Ashrita Kumar of Pinkshift joins the show today! Ashrita opens up about channeling their activism, from speaking out on genocide, trans rights, and more, to finding their voice in music. We dive into their journey starting with piano, flute in school band, navigating family expectations, and finding their way to grunge and punk. We also chat about the band's new album Earthkeeper, out August  29th on Hopeless Records. Their fall headline tour kicks off in October, so grab your tickets now and don't miss the new record when it drops!

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Adam Gontier (Three Days Grace, Saint Asonia) Aug 06, 2025

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Episode 382 – Adam Gontier of Three Days Grace drops in for a grand return as co-frontman alongside Matt Walst, which makes for a truly unique story. We follow up on the last episode with Matt, diving into the reunion story, writing and recording their new album, and what it's like stepping back into the fold after over a decade away. Adam breaks down the band's early days in Ontario, writing their hit “I Hate Everything About You”, and what his return means for his other band Saint Asonia. Make sure to catch Three Days Grace on the road and blast Alienation when it lands August  22nd!

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Matt Walst (Three Days Grace, My Darkest Days ) Jul 31, 2025

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Episode 381 – Matt Walst of Three Days Grace joins the show to unpack his unique journey! From leading My Darkest Days, to stepping in as frontman for Three Days Grace when Adam Gontier departed, to welcoming Adam back and sharing vocal duties in what feels like a natural evolution. We dive into the creative process behind their upcoming album Alienation (dropping August 22nd), and working with top producers Zakk Cervini, Dan Lancaster, and Howard Benson. Catch them on the upcoming fall run with Breaking Benjamin, and don’t miss next week’s episode!

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Pete Loeffler (Chevelle) Jul 23, 2025

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Episode 380 – Pete Loeffler of Chevelle is on the podcast! We talk about the new album Bright as Blasphemy, dropping August 15th. Pete shares how the band built their own studio and self-produced the record, reflects on Chevelle’s beginnings as a family band, and recording debut album Point #1 with Steve Albini. Plus, we unpack their upcoming U.S. tour (with Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society), their Coachella set, label deals, royalties, and everything in between. Pre-save Bright as Blasphemy now and catch them on tour!

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Michael Poulsen (Volbeat) Jun 11, 2025

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Episode 379 – Michael Poulsen of Volbeat joins the show! We dive into the making of their ninth album God of Angels Trust which dropped on June 6th. After a year-long break for vocal surgery and time with his death metal side project Asinhell, Michael returned refreshed, crafting the new record in just five weeks with a spontaneous, no-rules approach. He shares how this process felt like a creative rebirth, reigniting the band's passion. With the "Greatest of All Tours Worldwide" kicking off this summer, be sure to check out the lead single "By a Monster's Hand" and catch them live!

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Dan "Soupy" Campbell (The Wonder Years, Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties) Jun 04, 2025

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Episode 378 – Dan “Soupy” Campbell of The Wonder Years returns for his third visit—right on schedule, every five years! We talk about the band's new acoustic EP Burst & Decay: Volume III, released a few weeks ago, and how this tour has been a unique experience with reimagined versions of their songs and a special stage setup. Dan also shares insights into the songwriting process for both The Wonder Years and his other project, Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties. Speaking of which, the latest Aaron West album In Lieu of Flowers also dropped on April 12, 2024. Stream both records now and catch the tour if you can!

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Allen Steinberg (Arm's Length) May 16, 2025

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Episode 377 – Allen from Arm’s Length is here! The band is blowing up right now with their incredible new record "There’s a Whole World Out There" (which drops TODAY), and we get into how it all came together. We also touch on vocal struggles while on tour, and how it all started for him growing up in cold, rainy Canada. Arm’s Length are out on the road now, so go catch a show and stream the new album!

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Thomas Erak (The Fall Of Troy) May 07, 2025

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Episode 376 – Thomas Erak of The Fall of Troy joins the show for a long-overdue chat, six years in the making! We dive into his insanely musical upbringing, his new solo record "(AU)" where he played every instrument as Thomas Erak & The Ouroboros, and how things have evolved for him as a songwriter, musician and person over the years. The Fall of Troy are on the road now celebrating Doppelganger’s 20th anniversary—don’t miss it!

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