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Sydney Sprague joins me to talk about her upcoming album Peak Experience (out September 26), the art of short records, touring with Spanish Love Songs, and why Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie) called her single Flat Circle the “song of the year.”
We dig into:
-How she picks singles (and why one-minute songs still count!)
-Balancing heartbreak and fun in her songwriting
-Going fully independent on this record
-Meme culture sneaking into her lyrics
-Touring with Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, and The Front Bottoms
-The story of “Fairfield” (and that wild night in Hays, Kansas 🍏🥴)
🎧 Listen to Sydney Sprague:
https://sydneysprague.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6kclOkS27VyWBtdnNq5GHs
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/sydney-sprague/275099790
Follow her: https://www.instagram.com/sydneysprague/?hl=en
Preorder Peak Experience: https://sydneysprague.com/products/peak-experience-vinyl
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⏱ Timestamps:
0:00 Intro + listener review
1:20 Sydney joins
2:00 The beauty of short albums
5:50 Choosing singles & “Flat Circle”
7:00 Praise from Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie)
9:00 Fun vs emotional songs
12:00 Going independent
13:00 Sydney = Queen of Memes 👑😂
20:00 Playing new songs live
22:50 Writing “Fairfield” (Applebee’s panic attack story)
24:00 Life on/off tour
#SydneySprague #IndieRock #PeakExperience
Esden from Saturdays at Your Place joins me to talk about their new album These Things Happen (out September 12), their viral hit “Tarot Cards,” and what it’s like repping Kalamazoo in the emo scene. We also dive into the stories behind “Waste Away” and “What Am I Supposed to Do?,” working with Tades on new music videos, and their upcoming tour with Riley! and Carly Cosgrove across North America, Europe, and the UK.
If you’re into modern emo and Midwest emo bands like American Football, Hot Mulligan, and Origami Angel, you’ll love this conversation.
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Dana Bollen put together a 6 episode podcast series called Live Free or D.I.Y and in Matt's chat we dive into his journey from the corporate world to fully embracing the DIY music scene.
In this episode, we cover:
🎸 How Dana first got into the DIY scene
💼 What made him leave his corporate job to take the plunge
🤘 Why DIY is so important to him and the community
✨ What inspired him to create his current series
🎧 Listen to Live Free or D.I.Y:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bwv0QxQhiKnOr1Xzj3Kh0
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-free-or-d-i-y/id1812187438
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In this episode, I hang out with Summerbruise as we discuss the humor in their music, their upcoming record "Infinity Guise" out September 19, plus how Tades of Hot Mulligan helped them out with a song on their upcoming record.
🎧 Listen to Summerbruise:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dlw6SU2bPJj7kjKKMjhA5
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/summerbruise/1197825884
Bandcamp: https://summerbruise.bandcamp.com/album/infinity-guise
Follow them: https://www.instagram.com/summerbruise69
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Ryland Heagy takes a moment while on tour to chat with Matt about Origami Angel's latest album Feeling Not Found, playing Warped Tour and more!
🎧 Listen to Origami Angel:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cmSXx965Hnm6fP42oW6vY
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/origami-angel/1268165648
More: https://origamiangel.com/
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In this episode, I chat with Durry about their new record and the difference between when they got their first big break to now!
🎧 Listen to Durry:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zpptMjiapn5PB0Y5k3xWN
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/durry/1565597812
More: https://www.durrymusic.com/
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I caught up with Taylor Acorn ahead of her set at All Your Friends Fest in Burl's Creek, Ontario!
We chatted about:
✨ What she's most excited for at All Your Friends Fest
⏳ How artists make it through those long festival days
🎶 Her favourite things about playing festivals
🌭 Go-to festival foods
🤘 Her dream festival lineup
📱 Plus, some fun convos about her viral covers and journey on TikTok!
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In this episode, I chat with Fil and John of World's First Cinema to talk about their unique sound, how it came to be, and of course what cinematic scores would their songs be perfect for?
🎧 Listen to World's First Cinema:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4twMMV3DuDCtmSUosQeWPF
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/worlds-first-cinema/1535824581
More: https://worldsfirstcinema.com/
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In this episode, I sit down with Gabe Woodrow to talk about the unique blend of influences that shaped his sound. From his early love of motocross to the massive impact Ace Enders (The Early November) had on his songwriting journey. We also chat about the challenges of getting your music heard today, the pros and cons of social media, and what you need to do to market your music.
🎧 Listen to Gabe Woodrow:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4CLUJERQxti8JaqYWbEbox
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gabe-woodrow/1491133419
Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/gabewoodrowmusic/?hl=en
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Old Neon is a rising pop punk band you need to have on your radar. In Matt's chat with Drew and Zach they dive into the making of their EP "Resolution," their influences, the current state of the genre, and what it's like building a buzz in today’s scene.
If you love bands like All Time Low, State Champs, or Neck Deep, Old Neon might just earn a permanent spot in your playlist. This is a band that captures the heart of pop punk with a fresh perspective, killer energy, and hooks that stick.
🎧 Listen to Old Neon:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6wlS5mhA0UzBOuLfaeMQvx
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/old-neon/1489380384
Follow Old Neon: https://www.oldneonmusic.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldneonmusic
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oldneonmusic
Thumbnail photo by Megan McGinnis
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In this episode, I sit down with isitjosh, as we discuss his upcoming album A Collection of Short Stories About The Heart, dropping May 30th.
We talk about the impact of being a social media influencer and how that impacts promoting music and shifting audience perception.
🎧 Listen to isitjosh:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2fCVmSjaZIOV3gebJQm7oa
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/isitjosh/1607421757
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@isit_josh
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In this episode, I sit down with Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens to talk about everything from the band’s upcoming new music to what to expect during the I Can’t Hear You World Tour with Pierce The Veil.
🎫 Don’t miss Sleeping With Sirens + Pierce The Veil on tour—tickets are going fast!
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In this episode, I sit down with Eric Egan, frontman of Heart Attack Man, as we discuss their upcoming album Joyride: The Pale Horse, dropping April 25th.
We talk about the band's evolution, the heavier direction of their new sound, and why this record takes a more serious tone compared to past releases.
🎧 Listen to Heart Attack Man:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5esKrGWvWmBAmjnao5jInN
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/heart-attack-man/949770256
https://heartattackman.com/
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Coco Kinnon from Winona Fighter joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to talk about their explosive new album “My Apologies to the Chef.” We dive into the stories behind the songs, the band’s DIY roots, and how a Craigslist ad led to one of the most exciting punk bands in the scene today.
We also talk about what it means to be a true punk band in 2025, Winona Fighter’s unmatched live energy, and why their new album might be their most personal yet.
🎧 Listen to Winona Fighter:
https://winonafighter.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u5SWpU4mZSziEz2hdPSWQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/winona-fighter/1618260492
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmJw0iV9J05v4MCSeW1ju4A
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In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Cody Hanson of Hinder to discuss their latest single "Bring Me Back To Life", their upcoming album Back To Life (out May 23), and how the band’s journey has evolved over the years. Plus, we celebrate 20 years of "Lips of an Angel", reflecting on its massive impact then and now!
📀 Pre-save / Pre-order Back To Life: https://hinder.lnk.to/backtolife
🎵 Listen to "Bring Me Back To Life": https://open.spotify.com/track/6mnxtSl9eVW9JuwjdfBkuy?si=df515522be2f480f
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In this episode, I sit down with Allen Steinberg of Arm’s Length to talk about their upcoming album There’s A Whole World Out There, dropping May 16. We dive into the writing process, how this record differs from their previous work, and how Allen has leveled up as a vocalist. Plus, we talk about unique instrument choices (yes, there’s banjo!), what it's like to be on this year's When We Were Young Festival, and why he loves "Elder Emos."
🎧 Listen to Arm’s Length:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KXSj6uiC8Wtl2wCckVmAD
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/arms-length/1474016594
Bandcamp: https://armslengthontario.bandcamp.com/
Follow them: https://www.instagram.com/armslengthblues/?hl=en
Merch: https://armslength.shop/
Preorder TAWWOT: https://purenoise.merchnow.com/collections/arms-length-1
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In this episode, Matt sits down with Brian McShea, Ivan Barry, and Zach Boucher of Good Terms, an independent post-hardcore/pop-punk band known for their energetic, genre-blending sound and deep, introspective lyrics. We dive into the making of their latest album, Burnout—a record born from raw emotion and personal struggles. Brian also shares his story and experience from the chaos of the LA wildfires.
The guys open up about the writing process, the emotional weight behind the songs, and how fans, friends, and family have responded to the record. We also explore the band’s musical influences, the vulnerability of putting personal experiences into music, and what’s next for Good Terms.
🎧 Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering them, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!
📌 Listen to Good Terms:
https://goodtermsband.com
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6L1oTvVHQOHmsmoVewQpuB
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/good-terms/1528840459
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Action/Adventure (A/A) is a pop-punk band hailing from Chicago ready to shatter decades-long stereotypes of the scene. Comprised solely of BIPOC, their mission is to create #PopPunkInColor and ensure pop punk is a genre where everyone is represented on and off stage.
Matt Vettese talks to Brompton Jackson about:
-Making the emo and pop punk scene a safer space for BIPOC and Queer people
-Challenges of writing music with so many people involved
-What virality has done for the band
and more!
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7uBCPmZFHJzrQDlxHNsFwF
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/action-adventure/535629554
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What defines a "Summer song" or a "Winter song?"
If you're anything like me your brain categorizes music by seasons, so when I heard of Secret Gardens and their recent tetralogy of seasonal albums I knew we had to talk about it.
In my chat with Greg Almeida we discussed:
-Writing songs for each season
-What it was like writing or producing songs out of season
-What constitutes a song for each season
...and more!
Check out more from Secret Gardens:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZJoU0Z8MIukDaRiFwMZcp?si=zz7SG44IRpWnbGH93dFxSQ
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/secret-gardens/1475783793
Bandcamp: https://secretgardens.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretgrdns/?hl=en
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Anndy Negative perfectly blends horror movies and aesthetic with the emo and pop punk genres. While I may be a chicken (putting that politely) there is an appreciation to what someone like Anndy Negative has done with his music.
In my chat with Anndy Negative we discussed:
-Blending Horror with Emo
-Creating horror/emo content
-The story behind getting on stage with Bowling For Soup
...and more!
Check out more from Anndy Negative:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/50yCm5U828gqpLW8EEEtDM
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/anndy-negative/1136908447
https://anndynegative.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anndynegative/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anndynegative?lang=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/anndynegative
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Spanish Love Songs are one of those bands that define the "millennial struggle." Thematically, they write songs that every millennial can relate to, from job loss and financial struggles to self identity and death. They have quickly been become one of my favourite emo bands.
In my chat with Dylan Slocum we discussed:
-The nostalgia side of emo and why Dylan is over it
-The ups and downs of touring
-Being an "older" musician on the road with young bands
-Possible new music?
-Differences between their records
-Why they don't play much from Schmaltz live
Check out more from Spanish Love Songs:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5DaZV3qmFT3aS57df8KPkV
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/spanish-love-songs/982837028
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanishlovesongs/?hl=en
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There's a good chance you've discovered at least one new artist through social media, more specifically TikTok in the last 5 years.
With the uncertainty surrounding TikTok's future, I had a chat with one of the artists I discovered because of the clock app, Shane Hurst of Adjust The Sails.
In our chat we discussed:
-What happens if TikTok goes away?
-How will musicians pivot?
-What other ways can we discover new artists?
-Why does he get compared to The Front Bottoms so often?
...and much more!
Check out more from Adjust The Sails:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4xVPBr0C8OxqJL4796EZzr
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/adjust-the-sails/1388183650
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adjustthesailsband
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/official.adjustthesails/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adjustthesailsband/
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If you got extra excited at the possibility of Warped Tour coming back, you probably have a few Anberlin CDs somewhere in your basement.
This week Matt had a chance to chat with Christian McAlhaney of Anberlin about changing singers, having an audience that has grown up with the band, their latest album, and what's next for the band.
Check out more from Anberlin:
Website: https://anberlin.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5v61OSg53KaQxGMpErkBNp
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/anberlin/16269045
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Matt Vettese had a chance to chat with Travis Mills and Nick Gross of Girlfriends backstage at Budweiser Stage in Toronto on Avril Lavigne's Greatest Hits Tour! They talked about Pop Punk artists, songs, cover songs, and more!
Girlfriends are on tour with Avril Lavigne and Simple Plan right now, check out more from them here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Dwhb9SL7iO3L27oXvEiO7?si=o-9OPixMTTK3842Etzbh1A
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/girlfriends/1519328660
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For over a decade Skyler Acord played bass in Metalcore band, Issues, and recently toured as the bassist for Twenty One Pilots.
In this chat we talk about what makes the bass guitar so cool, playing huge stadiums like Madison Square Garden with Twenty One Pilots, writing songs as a solo artist instead of with a band like Issues, and more!
Check out Skyler Acord's latest single 'it's you that i'm missing" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXsNUAdsIZA
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1phSD0yoDFOv2kUbXzM1d4?si=g6mO8n-AQBiKgWo0utsyow
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/skyler-acord/1644557947
Find Skyler Acord on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skyduck64/?hl=en
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If you've watched a Hot Mulligan music video you've seen Michael Herrick's work. Michael Herrick is a director based in the Midwest and he is responsible for some of your favourite modern emo music videos.
This week we talked about how he began creating music videos and have some fun chatting about the revival of emo music from the third wave to the fifth wave.
Check out more of Michael's work here: https://michaelherrick.co/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelherrick_/?hl=en
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Carly Cosgrove are the latest and greatest Wax Bodega band you should be checking out if you haven't already.
They just released their latest album, The Cleanest of Houses are Empty, and Matt has a chat with them about it!
On this episode they also discuss how emo has impacted them growing up and as musicians, their evolution of sound, and more!
Check out more from Carly Cosgrove:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4h3DxZa1JxZhSB1a64ziKx?si=EhwqS3LdQXCCe6ik4A37bA
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/carly-cosgrove/1477284720
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlycosgrovepa/?hl=en
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CLIFFDIVER is a 7 piece band from Tulsa, Oklahoma. While they write emotional and catchy songs they've also been through a lot as a band.
This week Matt talks to Joey about what it's like being in a 7 piece band from the bible belt, Joey opens up and gets deep about his sobriety, we touch on their horrific van crash from 2023, their upcoming tour with The Early November and more.
This is probably the deepest and most emotional episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese yet and I thank Joey so much for opening up the way he did.
Please check out more from CLIFFDIVER here: https://cliffdiver.carrd.co/
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Every 2010's Pop Punk playlist has a Grayscale song on it but recently the band has grown into so much more than a 2010's Pop Punk band. From their sound, to their personal life, Grayscale has grown so much over the years.
On this episode, Matt and Collin discuss the evolution of Grayscale, they get deep when discussing Grayscale's Mum and Mum II, how they do merch differently than other bands and more.
Check out Grayscale:
Website: https://grayscalepa.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6Xq9CIMYWK4RCrMVtfEOM0
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/grayscale/1213941724
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Whether you're a fan of the 2000's Emo and Post Hardcore scene, you love today's scene including Hot Mulligan, Prince Daddy & The Hyena, Mom Jeans or you love both you're definitely going to love Riley!
They recently released their album "Keep Your Cool" and it's at the top of my list for Emo Album of the Year.
I had to talk to them about this album and their band, including a conversation about staying cringe (looking at you my fellow cringe elder emos)
Check out more from Riley! here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6mxWaHNcOgrJeD8NCRenps
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/riley/1420351343
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rileytheband/?hl=en
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Hue are a Washington DC based band that mix go-go funk with metal, punk, and so many other genres. Their blend of genres truly makes them unique in the current scene, which is why I had to speak to them!
As of right now, they only have one song released but so many things on the horizon. We discuss how they've developed their sound, have been authentically themselves, the Washington DC scene and more!
Check out more from Hue: https://hue.band/band
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0zdplS4ya9kYvzqcwdrS1P
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hue/1746150763
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Both Mike and Rossy of Internet Frendz are lucky the other person isn't a serial killer. Their band name really is the story of how two friends met on the internet and formed the ultimate Pop Punk duo.
On this episode we talk about their origin, MGK's Tickets To My Downfall, hidden messages in their songs and more!
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Who says Gen-Z can't have their own Bruce Springsteen?
Supergold is one of the many artists that came across my feed that stood out to me. Not only was it because of the Dreamy Pop Rock sound but the stories told in the songwriting and the political messages that hit in a powerful way.
Matt Vettese and Alex Alston had a great chat about politics in music and what we as a society can accomplish through music.
Check out more from Supergold here: https://linktr.ee/supergoldfl
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/supergold/1497433965
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For most of us, when we look back at the MySpace era we remember the emo and pop punk bangers that were also on MTV but we tend to forget about the Crunkcore era!
BrokeNCYDE are one of the few that helped shape the Crunkcore genre and had fun while doing it. Turns out, they never stopped having fun or creating Crunkcore songs.
I had a chance to sit down with them to talk about the MySpace era, new music, and more!
Check out more from BrokeNCYDE: https://www.brokencyde13.com/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/brokencyde/266962025
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/22WwE0lMmGx4AJeyUfT7rh
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If you like your music to be on the poppy side but still love that rock edge, you'll love A Story Told.
They recently released their latest single "How Do You Write a Love Song?" and are about to go on tour.
This week we're joined by Alex and Josh from the band A Story Told!
On this episode we talk about:
-Writing Pop Rock songs that still hit hard emotionally
-Why is writing love songs so hard?
-Their own experience with Warped Tour
-Their favourite places to tour
Keep up with A Story Told here: https://www.astorytoldband.com/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/a-story-told/648593689
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0kMSrud2q1lDBgp43LwU54?si=-pchn_ITSg2C4aG24ACzRA
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If you love Nu-Metal, Rap Rock, or Heavy Music, you've probably come across Silly Goose on your feed.
Silly Goose made a name for themselves by playing shows in Subway restaurants, 7/11 parking lots, and by following around other band's on tour and playing the parking lot outside those shows.
On this episode we talk about:
-How the parking lot idea came to be
-What bands have the best crowds
-Wild encounters with security and police
-Will they still be playing surprise parking lot shows now that they have official tours and festivals?
-New music this year and more!
Keep up with Silly Goose here:
https://sillygooseraprock.com/
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/silly-goose/1584399710
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0GicbfMtwhn3Ch0PdwkADQ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sillygooseatl/
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If you remember MySpace or went to Warped Tour in the late 2000's there's a good chance you remember "The Millionaires."
Melissa Marie is keeping Millionaires alive and well, while also undergoing a full rebrand, just in time for When We Were Young later this year.
On this episode we talk about:
-The MySpace Days (both the good and bad)
-Warped Tour
-When We Were Young
-Emo Nite
Keep up with Melissa Green and Millionaires here:
Millionaires IG: https://www.instagram.com/millionairesxo/?hl=en
Melissa's IG: https://www.instagram.com/melissamarie/?hl=en
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/millionaires/285255892
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0sBSVbPm3QRd2LnDao9H9U
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Beauty School Dropout just had an incredible year where they toured with Blink 182 and Turnstile, played shows with huge acts like Matchbox 20 and more.
On this episode, Beauty School Dropout shares some incredible tour stories including a cavity search in Europe, and how working with Mark Hoppus has affected their songwriting process.
Check out more from Beauty School Dropout:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2MJMW3WtQnDq7DKezFn5jO
Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/beauty-school-dropout/1496319090
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The Internet loves to hate today's guest, but that always makes for a fun conversation.
In this week's episode we ask TX2:
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Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tx2/1136613368
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tx2official/?hl=en
I want to take this moment to introduce you to what is going to be your new favourite, and my recent favourite band, Carpool.
Did you know the album cover to their latest album, My Life In Subtitles, was a photo from a meme page with millions of followers?
This week we get that full story and the chance to learn all about Stoph. We talk about his love for the Buffalo Bills, his favourite albums, what super power he would choose, and of course everything that went into Carpool's new album.
Catch Carpool on tour with Youth Fountain in May.
Listen to Carpool's new album out now!
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1GfHrs9bbnqkN3ektKmGit
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/carpool/1436187302
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carpoolny/?hl=en
Drew Rapier of Felicity joins me to discuss how they got Charlie Sheen to check out their song titled "Charlie Sheen" and gave us an inside look at the content they created around it.
Drew also gives us a look into the lore of Felicity and the content they've made over the years, from election content before Instagram Reels were even a thing to getting kicked out of Lowes.
Find more from Felicity, including tour dates, new music and more here: https://www.wearefelicity.com/
Harrison Gordon is an independent band from Chicago that is on my list for the best up and coming independent artist. Harrison Gordon's sound is a mix of emo, punk, and alternative. If you're a fan of PUP, Hot Mulligan, or Modern Baseball you'll likely love Harrison Gordon.
During our chat we talked about how fans can support independent artists, AI art, sampling TV shows in songs and more.
Harrison Gordon Bandcamp: https://harrisongordon1.bandcamp.com/album/the-yuppies-are-winning
Harrison Gordon on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0DpBrLHJdZh2iAId301CwV
Harrison Gordon on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/harrison-gordon/1509865409
James Bassy of Between You & Me joins Matt Vettese to discuss their very first headline tour of North America.
Between You & Me are also recently independent and we talk about the difference between being on a label vs. being independent, we find out about some new releases, and more!
Check out more from Between You & Me, including latest releases and tour dates here: https://www.byamaus.com/
House Parties recently released their EP "Side Effects" with huge singles like Mid-Life Crisis and Waterworks.
Coming off the release of their latest EP, Chaney Elaine talks to Matt Vettese about:
-Going through what feels like a Mid-Life Crisis at 25
-Working with Derek from State Champs
-Getting compared to Hayley Williams and Paramore
-A heavier future for the band
-Touring with Games We Play and more.
Check out more from House Parties here: https://www.housepartiesband.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7KZlkjHhyW3VkxrOVFwGYe?si=Bm3LVn_FTRyxZfp-dN3_9Q
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/house-parties/1534510702
Kyle has found the perfect blend of emo and comedy with his latest single "My Life (Is The Worst Life Ever)" which you've probably come across on your For You Page.
He joins Matt Vettese to discuss the song, whether he had an "emo phase" or not, the music he listened to growing up, and more.
Check out more from Kyle Gordon here: https://kylegordonisgreat.com/
Cawston are a female fronted, Canadian Pop Punk band.
Lead vocalist, Jenna, sings songs about her personal life from growing up with ADHD to ending friendships.
The band joins Matt Vettese this week to discuss what it's like writing songs with ADHD, breakup songs, and some hints of what's to come for Cawston in 2024.
Check out more from Cawston here: https://cawstonmusic.com/
Coming off their latest single release with "Everything You Wanted," Metalcore band 'If Not For Me' joins Matt Vettese to discuss more new music and everything else they have planned for 2024.
We dive deeper into their songwriting process, the importance of lyrics vs instrumentals in a song, connecting with fans and the importance of good stage presence, how growing up in Pennsylvania influenced the band, and more.
I'm really excited about the future of this band and their latest single is one of my favourites of the year so far.
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Kitty Cowell is a fashion stylist with a particular expertise in emo and punk fashion.
She went from being featured on the MySpace front page, as a musician, to styling celebrities like Fall Out Boy and Weezer.
Kitty joins Matt Vettese this week to tell her full story along with some fashion advice for elder emo's and more.
Check out more Kitty here: https://kittycowell.com/
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Jonathan Mazaltov found the perfect way to blend his photography and emo music, creating a whole new world in the process.
He's created single and album art for bands like Hot Mulligan and Free Throw and on the episode we discuss how that came to be.
Check out his work and order his prints at www.mazalthan.com
Canadian Pop Punk band Calling All Captains joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to talk about what they have in store for 2024!
We chat about the potential of some upcoming tours, new music, the songwriting process, how social media has affected crowd turn out at their shows, crowd etiquette, and what is wet music?
Check out Calling All Captains at www.callingallcaptainsband.com
Zach AKA Seiwuh joins Matt Vettese as they discuss everything emo.
They talk about our favourite bands & albums, the different waves of emo, the emo scene, what is real emo, is emo rap real emo, gatekeeping and more.
Find him on Instagram & TikTok: @Seiwuh
Check out Astral Planes:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3B4KT26m7Mai8JWy0DbzD8?si=ZJU6zUJMQBuzQxnxDxO-xg
At 16 years old, Amy Fleisher Madden founded her own record label, Fiddler Records, where she discovered bands like Dashboard Confessional, New Found Glory and more.
Amy joins OurSpace with Matt Vettese to discuss her new book Negatives, A Photographic Archive of Emo.
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Canada: https://amzn.to/4841aRT
Tom Kiely of Metalcore group, Patient Sixty-Seven, joins me to talk about creating content as a musician.
We discuss effective content, relating to your audience, the importance of having fun with your content, who has the best blegh, and more!
Steph and Paul O'Sullivan of Greywind join Matt Vettese to share how they used social media to make a career out of their music, even after being dropped by a major label!
Greywind are an Irish Emo band, you can find more on them at https://www.greywindband.com/
In the first episode of the OurSpace Podcast with Matt Vettese, we are joined by Casey Cavaliere, Guitarist (The Wonder Years), Music Producer and Mixing Engineer, Music Business and Marketing Coach, Host of "The Record Process." In this episode we discuss the impact social media plays on the music industry and get some insight into the early days of The Wonder Years and how they navigated the music business.
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