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CHRIS - I SPENT A LONG TIME DYING Feb 21, 2025

Ep.150 - Chris - I Spent a Long Time Dying

Chris is the hardcore kid dressed in all black in the corner with a VHS camera, documenting most recent hardcore shows across California. He is known for capturing the modern Bay Area hardcore scene “RBS”, as well as putting out bands’ demos on cassette and releasing 8+ hours of various shows on VHS tapes.

We look into his teenage and formative years and getting into trouble, following Sunami across the U.S. prior to having a friendship with the band, finding himself, and living a more positive life.

Chris’s story is, I believe, the ultimate representation of “turning pain into power”.

SAMAYOA BROTHERS Feb 14, 2025

Ep. 149 - Samayoa Brothers

Danny, Nic and Alex Samayoa are a power trio of brothers whos DNA is in all of California Hardcore, with a resumé that consists of bands such as Fury, Forced Order, Illusion, and Harness just to name a few.

We look back into their childhood and teenage years, bonding & growing together, some of their first bands, hardcore in the mid 2000’s, individual stories and lessons, what the future holds, and more!

COLIN KNIGHT Jan 30, 2025

Ep.148 - Colin Knight

Colin Knight is a recording engineer from Orange County, California, behind some of my favorite releases, such as LOCK promo, Warfare Demo, and Fury’s “Paramount,” just to name a few.

Colin has been a part of various projects across multiple genres, including Object of Affection, Leisure World, Media Jeweler, and DUCT.

We talk about years of hard work to become a full-time producer, formative youth experiences, first demos and EPs recorded, Object of Affection, and more.

EMIRO GARCIA Jan 23, 2025

Ep. 147 - Emirio Garcia

Emirio Garcia is a hardcore kid from the city of Long Beach who runs Quarantine Productions, Wilmore Records, and is the voice of a band called Spirit Dive.

A recognizable and warm figure in the Southern California hardcore scene, Emirio is a dedicated serviceman to this community and beyond.

We sit down at a park in his home city of Long Beach to talk about his upbringing, the formation of Quarantine Records, struggles with addiction, and more.

STEPHEN ZEIGLER (THESE DAYS GALLERY) Jan 16, 2025

Ep. 146 - Stephen Zeigler (These Days Gallery)

Stephen Zeigler is the co-founder of the Downtown Los Angeles-based art gallery “These Days”.

We provide a timeline of his life, from his childhood in Manhattan Beach to a firsthand glimpse into the first wave of Los Angeles punk, and then into a lengthy career in photography with all its triumphs and tribulations.

His journey eventually led him and his wife (and co-founder) Jodi Zeigler to find a building in Downtown Los Angeles that initially served as their studio for the first couple of years and later became “These Days”.

Further topics we discuss include touring with AFI on their first national tour, the many lives of the building at 118 Winston St. (These Days), making a living through photography, sincerity and honesty in the art world, and more.

THE DARK Jan 03, 2025

Ep. 145 - The Dark

The Dark is a punk band based out of Compton, California, who released our favorite album of 2024, Sinking Into Madness.

With a trajectory spanning 10 years and heavy Japanese punk influences such as GISM and GZET, you can also hear GBH and Black Metal mixed into their sound.

They self-released two demos, a 7-inch EP titled Demons under "Darker Records”, and a full-length album on Toxic State Records at the beginning of 2024 (as previously mentioned).

We are honored to have captured a glimpse into the story behind this unique and mysterious sound.

This episode was recorded in Gaby's (the bassist) childhood home on December 14, 2024.

SHANE MORAN Dec 13, 2024

Ep. 144 - Shane Moran (Title Fight)

A conversation that has been a couple of years in the making. Shane and I sit down on a sunny Sunday afternoon in South Central Los Ángeles.

We talk about his teenage years leading up to joining Title Fight, the Wilkes-Barre hardcore scene, his late friend John Slaby, his thoughts on a reunion, and working with Kenny Mason.

JULES TRIFAN Dec 05, 2024

Ep. 143 - Jules Trifan

Jules Trifan is a South Florida Hardcore veteran known for fronting Result of Choice and playing guitar in Collateral.

We speak on her youth, fronting Result of Choice at a young age, South Florida Hardcore, our favorite Zines, and more.

TERU KAGAMI ft. SEUDO YOUTH Nov 21, 2024

Ep. 142 - Teru Kagami ft. Seudo Youth

Teru is the frontman of the Japanese hardcore punk band Kagami, whom I had the pleasure of talking to with the help of our friends in Seudo Youth.

We discuss the current Japanese hardcore punk scene, how he learned to speak English, culture shocks from California, the formation of Kagami, and more.

BLAINE PATRICK Nov 14, 2024

Ep. 141 - Patrick Blaine

This episode is for Bay Area fans, by one of their own—talented drummer and lifer Patrick Blaine. He has played on tons of records over the years, including notable projects like Spiritual Cramp, Abi Yoyos, the Tony Molina Band, and currently Smirk and Toner.

We talk about his time playing in Abi Yoyos in high school, the Bay Area underground scene in the early 2000s, going to school in England, his complicated relationship with music, future goals, and more.

NICK BRUDER Nov 07, 2024

Ep. 140 - Nick Bruder Nick Bruder is a musician from the Bay Area who has been in tons of bands in recent years such as Culture Abuse, Mentor, and Toner. We speak on the formative memories of his childhood, finding the motivation to stay healthy, his “first and true love”, upcoming projects, and more.

NED RUSSIN Oct 17, 2024

Ep. 139 - Ned Russin

Ned and I have brief conversation before Glitterer’s set at the Midnight Hour while on tour.

We discuss major corporations in hardcore, ”Xpression Records”, as well as past notable projects he’s worked on and more.

MARK AUSENCIA Oct 09, 2024

Ep. 138 - Mark Ausencia

Mark is the frontman behind the beloved San Bernardino punk band Ausencia and the mind behind the DIY punk record label Verdugo Records. While being a dedicated punk, Mark has also excelled in academia and is currently a college professor.

Mark and I discuss his rough upbringing, getting into punk before the internet, attending school for 11 years to receive a PhD, starting a family, and much more.

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

MAX HELLESTO (REGIONAL JUSTICE CENTER, VATICAN VOSS) Sep 26, 2024

Ep. 137 - Max Hellesto (Regional Justice Center, Vatican Voss)

Max is the frontman and inspiration behind the wholehearted yet menacing-sounding project that is Regional Justice Center, while also showcasing a different side of creativity by performing in a rap project under the name “Vatican Voss.”

Max was incarcerated at the age of 18, shortly after his brother, Ian Shelton, began Regional Justice Center to commemorate him. After being a free man for a few years, Max and I speak about fronting RJC, his childhood and teenage years, adapting to life after prison, and what the future holds.

JUSTIN CUEVAS Sep 05, 2024

Ep.136 - Justin Cuevas

Justin Cuevas, better known as Crucial J, is the frontman of New Brigade, one of the vocalists in Minority Unit, and one of the best moshers in Southern California.

Justin and I talk about his upbringing in El Monte, playing sports, staying out of trouble as a teenager, the foundation of New Brigade, Soul Search’s major influence in California, joining the Marines, and more.

MACK CHAMI Aug 28, 2024

Ep. 135 - Mack Chami

Mack Chami is the mastermind behind God is War and one half of the duo behind the powerful and vicious project Terror Cell Unit.

Mack opens up about his childhood, growing up in a mentally abusive household, the struggles of being half Arab, experiencing war and evacuation in Lebanon, becoming a father, and more.

REMY VESELIS Aug 15, 2024

Ep. 134 - Remy Veselis

Remy Veselis is one half of the acclaimed duo Death Bells. He also showcases his talent as the guitarist for Object of Affection and Lovesick, manages tours for bands like Gatecreeper and Provoker, and runs the iconic venue Genghis Cohen in Los Angeles' Fairfax District.

In this episode, we explore his upbringing, the hardcore scene in his hometown of Byron Bay, Australia, the gradual rise of Death Bells, and his move to Los Angeles, along with a few life lessons he's learned along the way.

RON - GOING UNDERGROUND RECORDS Aug 01, 2024

Episode 133: Ron "Going Underground Records"

Ron is the owner and founder of "Going Underground Records," a record store located in Bakersfield. Born and raised in Bakersfield, Ron, at the age of 21 in 2001, bought the inventory of a former record store, "Andy’s Noise," to open "Going Underground Records." My girlfriend Raquel, Daniel (our editor), and I took a trip to Bakersfield to learn as much as we could from Ron’s story.

We discuss Muñoz Gym, being a young punk in Bakersfield 20+ years ago, the inspiration behind "Going Underground Records," opening a second location in Los Angeles, and more.

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

CONRAD LOEBL Jul 25, 2024

Ep. 132 - Conrad Loebl

Conrad is a beloved DJ, event producer, and graphic designer. He is a hardcore kid who, over the years, has been crushing various aspects of the event industry, running bars and venues, as well as helping book shows and after-parties.

We speak about growing up in Hawaii, work ethic at a young age, the importance and power of community, putting together the widely known "Nature World Night Out" line-ups, and remembering late friends.

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

MARVIN NOYOLA Jul 11, 2024

Ep. 131 - Marvin Noyola (Hot Load, Smut, Cemento, Death Rites, Situations) Marvin is an integral member of the Los Ángeles punk scene, playing in eight current bands that range across various styles of punk. He plays every instrument, including doing vocals, across all bands while also helping to book shows. We talk about his upbringing as the youngest in a first-generation Salvadorian home, his motivation to keep up with all his projects, touring Japan, his decision to get sober, and more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

CHRIS ULSH Jun 27, 2024

Ep. 130 - Chris Ulsh (Power Trip, Impalers, Mammoth Grinder, Innumerable Forms) Chris Ulsh is a talented multi-instrumentalist from Texas who is quite literally in tons of great bands. We have a brief talk during his stop on tour with Kinetic Orbital Strike in Bakersfield. We discuss his childhood, constant touring at age 36, Riley Gale, the influences that pushed him to play in so many bands, and more. Available now on Spotify and Apple podcasts.

EDDIE “BRO-TIME” Jun 20, 2024

Ep. 129 - Eddie "Bro-Time" (Hell in the Cell, The Guillotines) Eddie "Bro-Time" is a punk who was part of multiple LA punk bands such as Hell in the Cell and the Guillotines. We talk about his upbringing, living at the famous "The Stoop," Hell in the Cell, meeting Tim Butcher, his life before and after, and his life today.

MIKE KRIEBEL Jun 13, 2024

Ep. 128 - Mike Kriebel (Producer, Dirty and His Fists, VR Sex, The Eeries) Mike is a producer behind many modern punk classics and the famous "Beat Sessions." He has also played in multiple punk bands over the years, such as Dirty and His Fists and The Eeries. We talk about meeting John from Toxic State Records as a teenager, touring all over the East Coast in his sedan, taking many years of apprenticeship in recording and mixing, starting "The Beat Sessions," and more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

JERROD STITH May 30, 2024

Ep. 127 - Jerrod Stith Jerrod Stith is a photographer born in Whittier, Orange County, who just released his first book, "Table Fruit." I had the pleasure of sitting down and talking with him on a sunny Saturday in my neighborhood about both his personal and artistic life. We discussed various topics such as his childhood, being into art in a sport-driven family, the artists that inspire his photography, and what the future holds. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

HEREDITARY May 24, 2024

Ep. 126 - Hereditary Hereditary is a band of young bloods playing an old-school New York hardcore sound from San Diego. We talk about growing up in San Diego, playing in other bands, what the future holds, and more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

JUAN CARLOS May 16, 2024

Ep. 125 - Juan Carlos (This is Austin Not That Great, Impalers, Strutter, Creamers, Detestados) Juan Carlos is the real deal through and through, from being in punk bands such as Impalers, Strutter, The Creamers, Scorched Earth, and more. He has also been running a punk fest “This is Austin Not that Great”, plus tour managing multiple acts such as Lil Tracy, Narrowhead, and more. We talk about growing up in Austin, Texas, his transition from touring in bands into becoming a “tour manager”, his time touring with Lil Peep, and much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

KOOPS May 09, 2024

Ep. 124 - Cole Koopsman (Major Pain, Firestarter) Cole Koopsman, better known as “Koops” or Crucial Cole, is a living spirit of youth, hardcore, and positivity. I first saw Koops at a wrestling show in Long Beach many years ago and was engraved in my head due to his Gorilla Biscuits tattoo. Koops and I have run into each other at shows for some time now, and although we are opposites of each other, we are also very similar. We both love hardcore and want to better our lives in our own ways. In this episode, we talk about getting into hardcore, the future of hardcore, leading a positive life, and so much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

BEN (DIZTORT) Apr 26, 2024

Ep. 123 - Ben (Diztort) Ben is one half of the rhythm section for the beloved Hardcore band, Diztort. We speak on the formation of Diztort, touring on just demo, changing his look multiple times, getting rid of his clothes while doing so, and what the future holds. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

RYAN OUTWEST Apr 11, 2024

Ep. 122 - Ryan Outwest Ryan is the frontman/songwriter of the Oxnard power pop band "Outwest". Taking part in the 805 hardcore scene while having a mellow, youthful sound outside of hardcore speaks volumes of Ryan. Ryan and I talk about our current youth, death, fear of not leaving anything behind, and our interpretation of what we believe means to be an artist. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Tony GUNN & K.T Green Apr 01, 2024

Ep. 121 - Tony GUNN & K.T Green (Seudo Youth, G*U*N*N, People’s Temple, Advoids, and The Freakees) Tony and K.T are a power couple who are part of the up-and-coming hardcore punk band Seudo Youth. They both have been in many organic, interesting, and awesome hardcore punk bands prior. We speak on both being raised in conservative homes, the ups and downs of the Orange County scene, vouching for the younger generation, and upcoming releases. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

SHERWIN SHAPOURI Mar 15, 2024

Ep. 120 - Sherwin Shapouri (Tour Manager/Manager) Sherwin, a Texas hardcore kid, rose to prominence as a tour manager in the alternative music scene. From releasing Power Trip’s initial demo to overseeing tours for Shoreline Mafia, Lil Peep, Iron Age, and Power Trip, he now manages acts like SEMATARY and Jesus Piece. We discuss his upbringing through his teenage years, starting with assisting Power Trip, embarking on DIY tours with Iron Age, constructing a venue/house in Texas, which was ultimately shut down after a Trash Talk/Odd Future show, and ultimately, making a career out of managing tours and acts. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

RONN PEREZ Mar 07, 2024

Ep. 119 - Ronn Perez (Photographer, Hordes, Pesadilla Distopika) Took a trip to the Inland Empire to interview Ronn, a Colton native who is quite an encyclopedia on Inland Empire Hardcore. Being known for his wholesome and warm style of photography, Ronn has also played bass in bands such as Hordes and Sistema Distopiko. We speak on his childhood, growing up as first generation in a Mexican household, the rich history of punk in the Inland Empire, getting into photography, and his life today. Ronn is a kind individual who deserves to be recognized in any form of capacity - it was a pleasure to get a tour of the city. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

DANTE-SIN Feb 28, 2024

Ep. 118 - Dante-Sin Dante is a DJ, event organizer, and frontman of the band “Sin + Passion” from Pomona, California. Dante has been a DJ since his early ‘teens, taking inspiration from his father who has been a DJ for the greater part of his life. Dante speaks on his teenage years, attending all ages parties into his early 20’s, and his choice to stop DJ’ing to focus on Sin + Passion. He shares some of his personal accomplishments along with some downfalls and his current life today. Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.

ALEX BARRAGAN Feb 15, 2024

Ep. 117 - Alex Barragan (Wise, Leave No Doubt, Castillo) If you are from L.A and never kicked with Alex either you are not from here or you’re lame as hell. Alex is the guitar man in “Wise” and “Castillo”, plus currently fronting a new band - “Leave No Doubt”. From being in bands, to booking shows, we talk about his teenage years into now. He shares his story on learning to play guitar while writing the now iconic Wise demo and booking Dead Heat’s first show at a skatepark. And lastly we talk about the state of current hardcore. Available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

TRENT (DIZTORT) Feb 06, 2024

Ep. 116 -Trent (Diztort) After releasing there highly anticipated full length “Vengeance is Mine” whom many consider to be hardcore record of the year of 2023 including myself, I finally was able to sit down and talk to Trent. We speak on the meaning behind couple of tracks on ‘Vengeance is Mine’, Diztort doing a full U.S tour off just a demo, the formation of the band, and much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcast.

BRANDEN HUTCHINS Jan 11, 2024

Ep. 115 - Branden Hutchins (Response, Stoic Violence, Video Disease, Video Disease Records) Branden is a Hardcore lifer who has been in multiple bands plus also running his own label - Video Disease Records. Branden has fronted bands such as Stoic Violence, Video Disease, and Response. We talk about his upbringing, getting into hardcore at a young age, comparison of fun and violence at shows over the past 15 years, plus tons of fun stories to share. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

SAM BOSSON Jan 04, 2024

Ep. 114 - Sam Bosson (Blazing Eye, Kommand) One of my all time favorite guests - Sam Bosson is back for another episode. We speak on his youth, hanging out with Tim Butcher, meeting Trash Talk, traveling the world in his early twenties, what it means to be a hardcore lifer, and changing his look multiple times over the years. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

ADAM SCHWARTZ Dec 28, 2023

Ep. 113 - Adam Schwartz (Going Underground LA & On Parade) Adam Schwartz is Hardcore kid through and through, from being part of the Bakersfield Hardcore scene, to booking shows, to starting to his own band - On Parade - and now co-owning his record store Going Underground LA. We speak on it all including the behind the scenes into his personal life, growing up in Bakersfield, the best and worst shows he has booked, and more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

ULYSSES COONEY Dec 21, 2023

Ep. 112 - Ulysses Cooney (Blazing Eye, Knife Fight, Rayos X, Mugre) Ulysses Cooney, most known for being the drummer of Blazing Eye, has been an integral member of Los Angeles Punk for more than half his life. In the first half we talk about the infamous “Lynwood House” - a house where multiple core members of Los Angeles Punk lived together in their youth. We also speak on his personal life from feeling like an outcast in his neighborhood, getting kicked out of his house due to dressing punk, and becoming a dad while keeping his morals the same. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

LIL FRIENDSHIP Dec 14, 2023

Ep. 111 - Lil Friendship Guillermo Sánchez, better known as Memo or Lil Friendship passed away earlier this year. I had the pleasure to have recorded an interview on March 8th, 2022 in his home. Memo was a talented painter and created merch under the name Lil Friendship but more importantly, he was a friend loved by many. Memo and I sit down and discuss what it means to be a Mexican artist, growing up in Rialto, CA, and coming to LA to pursue art.

SEAN LIM Nov 22, 2023

Ep. 110 - Sean Lim You may have heard of him you may not ….. who cares … Sean Lim is a Los Ángeles legend. Punk Rocker, Hardcore kid and overall rocker. We speak on growing up in a Chinese immigrant home, Sam Bosson getting him into punk, dealing with friends passing away and what the future holds for him.

SAM JAMES VELDE Nov 09, 2023

Ep. 109 - Sam James Velde (Bluebird, Laughing Matter) Sam is a rock n roll lifer who has played many roles in uplifting aggressive music for years - from playing in bands, managing bands, and putting events together. We speak on the intensity of early punk gigs, the direction of current hardcore punk, as well as his personal life and stories.

CLIQUE Nov 02, 2023

Ep. 108 - Clique Clique is a teeth-clenching aggressive hardstyle hardcore band from the Bay Area with a very outspoken political message. I sat down with Joven (Vocals) and Kwame (Bass) on their stop in Los Angeles a couple months ago to take a look into their lives and what led them to create their style and specific take on music.We touch on various subjects from a Brown and Black man’s perspective wether that be internal or our outlook on the world. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

VIOLENCIA (Español) Oct 19, 2023

Ep. 107 - Violencia English & Spanish version available. Violencia es un grupo Hardcore desde Tijuana, Mexico. Tuve el privilegio de tomar un café con ellos en Los Ángeles para hablar sobre la dificultad de ser un grupo que cruza la fronteriza Americana para tocar shows. Hablamos todo, desde la juventud de cada miembro, la formación del grupo hasta este ańo las dificultades que han enfrentado para cruzar constérname, las consecuencias y mucho más.

VIOLENCIA (English) Oct 19, 2023

Ep. 107 - Violencia English & Spanish version available. Violencia is Hardcore band based out of Tijuana, Mexico. I had the pleasure to sit down with them twice to talk about what it’s like for a band to cross the border into the U.S. to play shows. I believe their story should be heard because not many bands are able to to do what they do. From risking their personal security to come to the U.S., to driving countless hours, and overall what it took for the band to be formed in the first place. We also discuss some examples of bands who have tried to cross the border and have been unable to play shows because of legal trouble.

ABE GARCIA Oct 12, 2023

Ep. 106 - Abe Garcia (ADX Studio / Descontrol) Abe is hands down one of my favourite artists born and raised in South Central Los Ángeles. From being in bands, printing T Shirts, making zines, co-owning Descontrol, to recently having opened his own studio, Abehas done a lot for the Los Angeles Punk community. I had the pleasure to sit down and talk to Abe in his brand new studio in Boyle Heights. We discuss what it was like growing up in South Central and what’s going on in his life today. Available Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

LUIS HERNANDEZ Sep 27, 2023

Ep. 105 - Luis Hernandez (Alpha & Omega, California Cowboys, Young Lordz) Luis is Hernandez is the frontman of Los Angeles’s very own Alpha & Omega and the mastermind behind California Cowboys. Luis is a mentor and dear friend and I am glad we were finally able to his this conversation. We speak on his foundational years from doing missionary work to help book shows at an early age. We also dig into some A&O lyrics and much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

FURN Sep 20, 2023

Ep. 104 - Furn Zavala

(Haarm, Graverust, Goldenvoice)

Furn is an OG hardcore kid from the Inland Empire. Furn has been a driving force in the Southern California Hardcore scene from being in bands, to helping setup shows, Furn has always been behind the curtain. We dig into his personal life to find out where all his passion comes from and we also talk about honoring life, Tim Butcher, the origin of For the Children, and more.

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

JOSEF ALFONSO Sep 13, 2023

Ep. 103 - Josef Alfonso (Sunami, Big Boy, Field of Flames, Condition One) Josef is the multi instrumentalist mastermind behind 80% of Bay Area Hardcore bands. From being a part of Ex Youth to being in one of the biggest hardcore bands in the world while still having DIY ethics - I was intrigued and asked some personal questions. I had the pleasure to conduct this interview at shore in Hermosa Beach. We speak on his current feelings and thoughts on Sunami, his upbringing in San Jose and reveals who “Y.A.B” is about. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

TRASH TALK FAN EPISODE Aug 29, 2023

Ep. 102 - Trash Talk Fan Episode Joaquin (@risinggoesham) and I are 10 years apart and both have a deep love for Trash Talk. We talk about Joaquins’s 20+ Trash Talk shows he’s attended in LA, from the gigs, to the music, to Trash Talk Collective, we just want an excuse to talk about the band.

ANDY NELSON Aug 29, 2023

Ep. 101 - Andy Nelson (Paint it Black, Ceremony, Open City) Andy and I sit down in Hollywood California to talk about his life as a musician and his personal life. From his childhood in Philly into being in some of the unique hardcore punk bands of the last 20 years - we discuss various topics such as Punk and Hardcore shows almost always selling out in advance, shows being heavily documented, and scene music. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

KIE Aug 22, 2023

Ep. 100 - Kie Kie is a photographer/artist based out of Mid City Los Angeles. I interviewed Kie a little over 2 years ago and has since been in and out of prison. I am grateful to have sat down with Kie in his home to talk about surviving prison, adjusting to life back home, and what it was like knowing he was going to leave his family. Kie is now back home continuing to create art and pursue his passion for photography. This is a powerful conversation that I truly believe is a testament of hope. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

JUSTICE TRIPP Aug 03, 2023

Ep. 99 - Justice Tripp Our first returning guest - Justice Tripp with a very short personal conversation that pretty much sums up what this podcast is about. I talked to Justice in Pioneertown after a Angel Dust gig. We speak on the importance of male role models, the future of Hardcore, and he shares a story of a show he attended in Baltimore at the age of 13. Thank you for listening. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

JEFF CAFFEY Jul 24, 2023

Ep. 97 - Jeff Caffey (Odd Man Out, Change, Gag) I have interviewed many many people and I’ve said this before, but Jeff comes from a strange and unique background that led him to become a multi-talented instrumentalist and hardcore lifer who has been a part of 64 bands. We speak on his strange childhood that led to crazy teen years, the iconic “Tiki House” - a house in Seattle that housed a group of straight edge kids who lived alone and booked shows, and how touring and playing in bands got him to where he is now. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

CARLOS CRUZ Jul 19, 2023

Ep. 96 - Carlos Cruz (Cruz, Fentanyl, Healer) Carlos and I sit down outside a gig in San Jose California. From booking shows to playing in multiple bands covering several sub genres. We also discuss his personal life: what it was like growing up in San Bruno, losing his father at a early age, how he was affected as he got older and getting passed down the torch from an older Bay Area promoter when starting to book his own shows. Available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

KRIS KIRK Jul 11, 2023

Ep. 95 - Kris Kirk (LOCK, Harpoon Guns, Leather Slave) I sit down with Kris in his home in Los Angeles to talk about his strange, unique, yet very interesting life. Kris speaks on growing up being a brown kid in Orange County, what influences his photography, and some stories from the road that include playing in a basement full of feces. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

ACE EDGE Jun 28, 2023

Ep. 94 - Ace Edge (Mutual Assured Destruction, Forum of Passion, Break Away) Ace runs “Forum of Passion” - a podcast that takes a deep dive on its guest’s journey to revelate the story behind the artist. I am glad I had the chance to switch seats and interview Ace on his journey. From his earliest memories of childhood, to becoming a punk and being in bands. We also discuss Topics such as the decline of popularity of straight edge, hardcore - what it once was into its current state and more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

END IT Jun 21, 2023

Ep. 93 - End It (Akil and Pat) I talk to Akil and Pat in Pioneertown after there gig with Angel Dust. We look at back at the “tough guy” scene, the pros and cons of younger kids getting into hardcore, getting older, and some life lessons that come with it. Available on Spotify And Apple Podcasts.

SAM Jun 14, 2023

Ep. 92 - Sam (Mortal Wound, Kommand, Lake of Blood) Sam and I sit down at his lock out in San Pedro California. We speak on his childhood in Pedro, getting into drug addiction, finding himself in isolation for years and how playing and writing music got him out of that hole. Although Sam is my definition of a Death Metal guy through and through he has some awesome stories from Hardcore shows at Aladdin Jr’s. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

NATURE WORLD INC Jun 07, 2023

Ep. 91 - Andres (Nature World Inc.) Andres has been running Nature World for 10 years. South Central born and raised Andres runs a successful brand while throwing music events with different music genres. His events have hosted acts such as Souilja Boy, Trash Talk, No Warning, Lil Peep, and Turnstile. Growing up a couple blocks away and years apart - Andres and I talk about it all from his childhood, learning hard work ethic from his parents, the difference between being Mexican/first generation and Chicano and much more - you have to listen to find out. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

TYLER BRADBERRY May 31, 2023

Ep. 90 - Tyler Bradberry Tyler is a Filmmaker who comes from Hardcore - more specifically part of “The Stoop Kids”. He’s directed music videos for Rotting Out, Twitching Tongues, and Deadbody after having also worked with acts such as Korn,Ho9909, and Babylon LA. We speak on his crazy youth, going from drunk nights fighting roommates to making a living as an independent film director, and what he the future holds for him.

ALEXANDER SPIT May 16, 2023

Ep. 89 - Alexander Spit Alexander is a producer, beat maker, and rapper from Los Angeles and the Bay Area. I had the pleasure to sit down in his studio and share our takes on the past, present, and future of Hardcore & Hip Hop. We talk about what his life was like years back and how learning about Tim Butcher and Sammy Winston led to this interview. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

MATT TREJO May 11, 2023

Ep. 88 - Matt Trejo (SMUT, CØNDITIØN, Hot Load) THE LOAD IS HEADING TO JAPAN! From booking backyard shows as a kid in West Covina to now going on a tour in Japan for the second time with a different band I sit down with Matt to talk about the good and the real ugly. Matt has had his fair share of life experiences, we talk about approaching a different stage in his life getting older, what his love for music has done for him, and so much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

RICHARD DE LA VEGA May 02, 2023

Ep. 87 - Richard De La Vega (More to Pride, Evil Wayz) More to Pride is slowly but surely doing a comeback and they have gone through it all. Richie and I sit down in his home to talk about the minute all the members in More to Pride broke edge, why did the band broke up, the feeling of kids from Lynwood taking a trip to the East Coast on a tour with Mental, and Richie’s life after the breakup of the band. Thank you everyone for listening. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

PEET WEBER Apr 18, 2023

Ep. 86 - Peet Weber (Biased Tapes). Peet is a OG and a friend whom has put me on to a multitude of cool stuff. I was intrigued to meet Peet through his brand “Biased”, people throughout various scenes such as hardcore, powerviolence, rock Biased gear. Peet also produces and creates beats - some of his beats are included in Gulch’s debut EP and an interlude in Big Boy’s demo. This is the 2nd interview out of 2 intense interviews where we talk about overcoming his strange and difficult life, learning to grow as he looks back at his younger days, and so much more. A great interview nonetheless! Available Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

CHRIS ELDER Apr 11, 2023

Ep. 85 - Chris Elder (Despise You, Pessimiser). Chris and I have a 30 min interview covering topics such as gentrification, when Los Angeles was predominantly Mexican, skateboarding, and the beginning of Despise You. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

ANDREW SOLIS Apr 05, 2023

Ep. 84 - Andrew Solis (Despise You, DeadBeat, Apparition, Beyond Pain, and Dead Stare Studios). Andrew is a producer and songwriter who has been in multiple heavy-hitting Los Angeles hardcore and powerviolence bands. We talk about becoming a producer full time, how he joined Despise You, being in a bands for 10+ years and the story why he left Frostbite. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

IAN HOAX Mar 28, 2023

Ep. 83 - Ian Logan (Kommand, Hoax, LOCK, Aersols, Fugitive, and CØNDITIØN) In celebration of Kommand’s new record “Death Age”, I sat down with the riff master Ian - the mastermind behind alot of the coolest hardcore punk bands. We talk about his youth in New Hampshire, almost becoming a professor, cool stories on the road with Hoax, and what the hell is dumpster diving.

GINA ALMAGUER Mar 23, 2023

Ep. 82 - Gina (Sheer, Grave School, Linda Susan, Human Garbage). Live from the Corner of Midnight Hour Gina and I talk about so much in an hour. We dig deep into her life - the best and the worst of it, spirituality, and what it was like going to hardcore shows 10 years ago with less of a female attendee and so much more. Thank you everyone for continuing to listen an absolute great interview. Available Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

ADAM BARNES Mar 07, 2023

Ep. 81 - Adam Barnes (GAG) Adam and I talk inside the GAG van before their set at Midnight Hour in the San Fernando Valley. We talk about what it was like growing up dirt poor, the “Tiki House” - a house in Olympia, Washington where a mom left her son and his straight friends to run the house, his time working at Chuck E Cheese, and what the hell the song “All this Shrimp” is about.

KEVIN & LIMON Feb 23, 2023

Ep. 80 - Kevin & Limon (PRISON POSTUMO, Tozcos) This week I took a trip to Santa Ana to talk to the duo of Kevin and Limon who are essential part in keeping the Santa Ana punk scene alive. We Talk about what it was like growing up in Santa Ana as a Latino, how they met, and what it’s like being punk in a Mexican Immigrant household.

JOHN McCARTHY Feb 15, 2023

Ep. 79 - John McCarthy (M.U.T.T, Outlaw). Live from the underneath the Zebulon - John and I talk about everything from zines, Pro Wrestling, hardcore and everything in between. We discuss why he left all behind to move to San Francisco and what the future hold for him!

NICK JETT Feb 09, 2023

Ep. 78 - Nick Jett (Terror, Piece By Piece). Nick and I sit down in his studio to talk about everything from his short time in Carry On, how “Primitive as Fuck” came to be, to now having a baby and looking back at his life.

JESSE SANES Feb 02, 2023

Ep. 77 - Jesse Sanes (Hoax, Kommand, Liebestod) Recorded in his basement somewhere in Los Angeles. Jesse is a stand up and very interesting guy, we cover a lot of topics from politics to some of Jesse’s personal’s struggles.

NOTHING LESS BOOKING Jan 26, 2023

Ep. 76 - Roman & Nick (Self Sabatoge and Nothing Less Booking) We talk about overcoming homelessness & drug addiction, how Nothing Less Booking started, and ask the age-old question: Which is better, Hardcore or Punk?

ANTHONY ANZALDO Jan 11, 2023

Ep. 75 - Anthony Anzaldo (Ceremony, Cold Cave, Homesick Festival, Ex Youth, etc) Anthony and I sit down talk about the late Sammy Winston, stories of the early days of Ceremony, will Ceremony every break up, and much more.

JNUT Dec 30, 2022

Ep. 74 -Justin Nut “JNUT” (Dead Heat, Paranoiac, Human Garbage) Justin Nut “JNut” is a talented guitarist who has been involved with many successful bands over the years. We talk about the growth, success, and history of Dead Heat, his time filling in for the Inland Empire’s Hardcore band “Runamuk”, and how he got into heavy music while being raised by an immigrant Chinese mother.

SAM & SPENCER Dec 21, 2022

Ep. 73 - Sam & Spencer both members of Trash Talk past and present share stories of touring in the early days and talk about the late Tim Butcher.

TANK Dec 08, 2022

Ep. 72 - Tank (Rotting Out, SlowTrip, Expect the Worst) Tank and I talk about what’s it like coming to LA and hustling different jobs at a young age. We also touch on coming from Punk and getting into Hardcore through Rotting Out, drug addiction, and the story that made him quit.

KENNY Nov 28, 2022

Ep. 71 - Kenny (Major Pain) Kenny and I sit in the sand in Long Beach and talk about his life leading up to Major Pain. He speaks on being raised by a single mom, being brown in Orange County, and the meaning behind most of his songs. We tackle the difference between being raised in a Spanish speaking Latino household and just being brown. Kenny is one of the kindest and smartest individuals I have met.

TONY Nov 17, 2022

Ep. 70 Tony (Generación Suicida) Tony and I bond over growing up in South Central - the bad and the beautiful. We talk about race riots, how punks from South Central and Boyle Heights would not get along back in the day, and much more. Recorded at Under the Radar Records 11/6/22. For South Central Hardcore and Punk.

JEREMY STITH Nov 11, 2022

Ep.69 - Jeremy (Fury) We talk about what it means to be in love, hardcore kids looking down at punks, what his one wish would be and much more.

ALEX Nov 01, 2022

Ep.68 - Alex (Regional Justice Center, Video Prick, CodeXRed) One of the coolest and nicest people out there. Alex and I talk about growing up half white and half Guatemalan, his very intimate introduction to hardcore and whole lot of music.

GUZIE Oct 25, 2022

Ep. 67 - GUZIE (Human Garbage, Nomads, Minority Unit). The San Fernando Valley’s Gilbert Guzman a.k.a “Guzie” gives an inside look on having a rough upbringing. We talk about starting bands early on in his life, being involved with Minority Unit, quitting music to join a Firefighter academy, and so much more.

DARBY Oct 18, 2022

Ep. 66 - Darby (Video Prick, Lysol, Nudes, Control Test) I did not know of Darby until Video Prick’s stop In the Valley. I was shocked and impressed by their performance. I interviewed him right after the set in the back of Midnight Hour. 20 minute conversation you do not want to miss.

ALFREDO GUTIÉRREZ Oct 11, 2022

EP. 65 - Alfredo (Soul Search, Fury, Forced Order, Red Death). Alfredo is a silent mastermind behind multiple legendary Southern California hardcore bands.We talk about growing up in the Inland Empire, Soul Search being his first band, his favourite sneaker and so much more.

BIG BOY Oct 05, 2022

Ep. 64 - Big Boy Brandon Flores of Big Boy. We talk about depression, eating McDonalds everyday for 3 years, learning to accept happiness and so much more. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. HAPPINESS IS COMING!

SEX PRISONER Sep 29, 2022

Ep. 63 - Sex Prisoner. Tucson Arizona Powerviolence. Funniest and coolest dudes, had the pleasure to talk one of my top 3 bands as a kid. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

SPENCER POLLARD Sep 22, 2022

Ep. 62 - Spencer Pollard (Trash Talk, Infest, Dogman Toys). We talk about his gateway into punk, becoming a dad, life in Bakersfield, and the state of punk today. Spencer is a quiet mastermind and I learned a lot from this episode. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY Sep 19, 2022

Ep. 61 - Max (Photographic Memory/Milatirie Gun). One of my personal favorites. We talk about his success as a song writer, producer, and musician. Max guides us through his wild journey of life and shares crazy stories on how he got to where he is today.

BOBBY HUNDREDS Aug 25, 2022

Ep. 60 - Bobby Hundreds This episode Bobby and I talk about what it means to be a “hardcore kid”, how shows were during his youth compared to now, how he managed to keep the brand running for almost 20 years, and what it’s like falling into “alternative culture” while being raised by immigrant parents.

SPEED Aug 23, 2022

Ep. #59 - SPEED We had the pleasure to talk to SPEED during their first visit to the USA. They share their opinions on American food & culture, living in Australia, and how hardcore music connects different walks of life all over the world. Available now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

RYAN Aug 12, 2022

Ep. 58 - Ryan (Section H8, Law of Power, Human Garbage, NOMADS). Ryan is the quiet mastermind who is part of a lot of important Los Angeles hardcore bands. This is his first time on a podcast so we covered his music history starting from early childhood. An interesting and kind man whom I’m glad I had the chance to have him on this podcast.

BRAXTON Aug 09, 2022

Ep. 57 - Braxton Marcellous (Zulu, Wise, Shred Bundy, Apsara, etc). Brax is a good friend of mine so this is one of the more personal and raw episodes we have. We talk about severe racism at school and shows, being from the Inland Empire trying to put out music, and personal stories.

GREG & ALEX Jul 26, 2022

Ep. 56 - Greg and Alex are two skinheads/teachers from Whittier. We talk about the current state of punk and hardcore, breaking edge, what is a skinhead, and much more.

YOUNG GUV Jul 12, 2022

Ep.55 - Ben Cook (Young GUV, No Warning, Fucked Up). We speak on Ben being in a cast the first year of his life, taking a trip to Cuba in Middle School, and No Warning’s early years. Probably the best episode on my behalf is now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

GREENWITCH Jul 01, 2022

Ep. 54 - Greenwitch is a LGBTQ death metal band from the San Fernando Valley who just got signed to Maggot Stomp. We speak on Homophobia, friendship, Midnight Hour, and much more.

SERGIO AMALFITANO Jun 09, 2022

Ep. 53 - Sergio Amalfitano from ACXDC and owner of The Midnight Hour. We speak on opening his own record store/venue, drugs, hard work ethic, the multiple breakups of Acxdc, homophobia, and much more. Anti-Christ Demoncore!

BRIAN ORTIZ Jun 02, 2022

Ep 52 - Brian Ortiz (Xibalba, Tzompantli). Brian is a guitarist and songwriter raised in Pomona. We speak on his childhood, the formation of Xibalba, struggling with anxiety, the significance of Tzompantli, and more.

SCOTT VOGEL May 24, 2022

Ep. 51 - Scott Vogel of Terror and Buried Alive featuring our good friend Dallas. We speak on Scott’s youth, how hardcore got him through the rough times, and starting Terror at the age of 30.

ALEJANDRO “KETO” May 04, 2022

Ep. 50 - Alejandro mejor conocido como “Hola Soy Keto” es un archivista/camarógrafo de Puebla Mexico viviendo en Los Ángeles. Hablamos de su tiempo en organizando shows en Mexico, su vida en los estado unidos, quemando discos depara poder escuchar hardcore, humilidad, y mucho más. Disponible ahora en Spotify y Apple Podcasts.

DAN WEINRAUB Apr 20, 2022

Ep. 49 - Dan Weinraub (Downpresser/Minus/Section H8). Dan has been the frontman of Downpresser for 16 years and more recently has been playing bass for Section H8. We speak on Hardcore in the early 2000’s, the meaning behind some songs, current mental health, and more.

CHUY HARTMAN Apr 11, 2022

Ep. 48 - Chuy Hartman Chuy is a unique artist known for his hand painted art capturing the energy, rawness, and intensity of live shows. We speak on his upbringing, younger sister Sofia Hartman impacting his life, hard work, discipline, and the beauty of Hardcore. Happy Birthday Sofía Hartman.

SAM BOSSON Apr 06, 2022

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STEVIE PEREZ Mar 22, 2022

818 Chocolate Pro Skateboarder. De La Raza para La Raza

MICHAEL QUICK Mar 15, 2022

Guitarist of Candy, Ekulu, Temper and Lost Souls. We speak on growing up in Richmond, parents taking him to clubs at a young age, straight edge, love for guitar based music and much more.

CARLOS (RAW BRIGADE) Feb 17, 2022

100% en Español con Carlos. Hablamos de su infancia en Colombia, introducción al hardcore, empezando Raw Brigade sin poder hablar ingles y mucho más.

GAURA-JĪVANA DĀSA Feb 01, 2022

Morality Dictates.

TYLER MULLY Jan 18, 2022

DELAWARE STRAIGHT EDGE. One of my personal favourites, Tyler Mully speaks on his ups and downs and how Year of the Knife was created. Thank you all for tuning in this is a good one.

DONNYBROOK Jan 04, 2022

Whittier hardcore.

THE BEAUTIFUL ONES Dec 09, 2021

The story of The Beautiful Ones.

2TONE Nov 30, 2021

#39 - Alex “2TONE” is a graffiti writer and one of the creative masterminds behind BornxRaised. This episode is a special one and relatable to people who are lost on what direction to go in life. I could relate as someone who I see as my definition of success who once was in my place. This is a conversation with Alex “2Tone”.

JE$$E ACEVEDO Nov 16, 2021

#38 - JE$$E ACEVEDO⁣ ⁣ “You got a million dollar smile and you don’t even know it.”⁣ ⁣ @jsejse⁣

JUSTICE TRIPP Nov 09, 2021

The one and only.

FIRESTARTER Nov 03, 2021

Los Angeles straight edge.

LAW OF POWER Oct 26, 2021

Oi!

DOGGRAIN Sep 23, 2021

Watts, Los Angeles.

FINN MCKENTY Sep 17, 2021

The one and only Finn Mckenty.

MALACHI Sep 15, 2021

Santa Cruz hardcore.

FROSTBITE Sep 10, 2021

10 years of Frostbite.

REGULATE Aug 17, 2021

Afro-latino straight edge.

ISAIAH CASTILLO Aug 10, 2021

The mastermind behind FRAUD and Bloodhound.

PULL YOUR CARD Aug 03, 2021

Pull your fucking card.

EDWARD COLVER Jul 26, 2021

The one and only Edward Colver.

BALD Jul 20, 2021

Bad Ass Loveable Dudes

JAWSTRUCK Jul 13, 2021

Chelsea from Jawstruck speaks on hardcore influences and growing up in the bay area.

ADVANCED PERSPECTIVE Jul 06, 2021

By Huntington Park Hardcore, for Huntington Park Hardcore.

LUIS & MEXI Jun 30, 2021

A conversation between old and young rockers.

MADHOUSE Jun 15, 2021

The one and only MADHOUSE.

KIE Jun 07, 2021

Kie speaks on growing up in Mid City, finding inspiration in photography, and being a father.

DEAD CITY May 31, 2021

Dead City sits down with us to talk about band origins as a street punk crew, being from LA, and having a DIY attitude.

N8NOFACE May 24, 2021

N8NOFACE sits down with us to talk about growing up in Arizona, sobriety, and being a synth punk.

CAMERAFOO May 18, 2021

Camerafoo (Dog House Fotos, TLALOC Studios) talks growing up in South Central and finding inspiration through photography.

YOGI May 14, 2021

Yogi (NOMADS, Dead Heat) speaks on growing up in the hood, drumming, and being a Christian.

RUBEN PRECIADO Apr 26, 2021

Ruben Preciado (Torquer Zine, Now What) speaks on growing up punk, taking pictures, and doing whatever the fuck you want.

KAT MOSS Apr 20, 2021

Kat Moss (SCOWL) shares band origins, hardcore influences, and favorite Trader Joe’s items.

SMUT Apr 07, 2021

Los Angeles party rockers SMUT sit down to talk shit and what being punk in LA is all about.

IAN MANNESS Mar 30, 2021

Ian (B.A.L.D, Sweet Soul) talks tattooing, straightedge, and surviving quarantine.

ALDO FELIX Mar 16, 2021

Aldo (Section H8, Human Garbage) shares stories and life wisdom.

KAI RICHARDS Feb 08, 2021

Kai sits down with us to share crazy stories, living in New York, and being a punk in Los Angeles.

BENJAMIN RUIZ Jan 25, 2021

Benji shares personal stories of growing up in San Pedro and playing in Rotting Out.

WISE Jan 16, 2021

Nick and Donny from WISE share band history and staying creative during quarantine.

NATE REBOLLEDO Jan 11, 2021

Nate (Xibalba, SOS Bookings) talks life stories and wisdom For The Children.

DANIELSAN Jan 09, 2021

DIY tattoo artist and punk rocker Daniel shares some stories during this homie check-in.

MEXI & CHRIS Jan 04, 2021

Mexi (Section H8, NOMADS, Furious Styles) and Chris (Section H8, Runamuk) talk about life and drop some wisdom for the children.

ROBERT AREVALO Dec 21, 2020

Compton local speaks on community issues, finding purpose through Hardcore, and more.

FUNGIPOWER Dec 16, 2020

Highland Park link up with Bay Area’s finest.

LIVID Dec 12, 2020

Wisconsin straightedge cheeseheads jake & jake share band history, current projects, and thoughts on life.

PLEASEDONTGOTOHELL Nov 19, 2020

A fine autumn evening in Chinatown with Daniel Gutierrez.

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