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#115 - Johnny Plague (Winds of Plague) Oct 05, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Johnny Plague to discuss his band's new album, Blood Of My Enemy. Winds Of Plague took a brief hiatus a few years ago, but the band is back and better than ever with this release. Johnny tells James about the creation of the album, how his life has changed since entering the music business, and - just as we wrap - a bit about where he may head in the future. Blood of My Enemy will be released October 27, 2017 through eOne/Good Fight Music.

SWAPCAST...Not Quite #3: "You still don't have your own channel?" Jul 28, 2017

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One final SWAPCAST with the boys from Not Quite while they get their lives together.

#112 - Stephen Christian (Anberlin) Jul 20, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Stephen Christian to discuss his upcoming debut solo album (out July 28). Stephen has previously wowed audiences around the globe with his work in Anberlin, but he wants to make it clear this new project is something else entirely. The recording of this podcast took place just hours after news broke regarding the passing of Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington. James and Stephen could not help addressing the events of the day, with Stephen briefly reflecting on the time he spent touring alongside the deceased frontman just a few short years ago. If you or anyone you know is suffering from depression, please - seek help.

#111 - "The Hannah Montana of Punk" with Jono Diener of Baggage Jul 12, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell apologizes to listeners for his absence by sharing a new chat with Baggage frontman Jono Diener. Jono tells James about his band's brand new EP, The Good That Never Comes, as well as his hopes for the future. The pair also discuss the changing Michigan economy, food deserts, learning to find your place in music as you grow older. If you enjoy this episode, PLEASE support Baggage and check out their new EP: https://baggageband.bandcamp.com

SWAPCAST...Not Quite #1 - Vedi Napoli e poi muori! Jun 06, 2017

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Welcome to our first SWAPCAST. On this episode, James Shotwell is joined by Ben Liebsch to launch a new show called 'Not Quite'. If you've ever wondered about the lives of people in music when the noise quiets down, this is the show for you.

#110.5 - Hiatus Shmiatus May 25, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell explains our recent hiatus.

#110 - Cory Lockwood (A Lot Like Birds) Apr 27, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell is chatting with Cory Lockwood, vocalist for the band A Lot Like Birds. Fans of alternative rock are likely familiar with that name already, but for those who have yet to discover A Lot Like Birds picture a rock band unafraid to push themselves and their audience with each new release. That is what has always made A Lot Like Bird a band worth investing in, and their upcoming record - Divisi - is no exception.

#109 - Schuylar Croom (He Is Legend) Apr 18, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell is chatting with Schuylar Croom, vocalist and founding member for the band He Is Legend. Schuylar and his band are perhaps best known for their 2004 record ‘I Am Hollywood,’ not to mention the song with the same name, but today he is on the show to discuss what the band is doing next. On April 28 of this year He Is Legend will release their fifth full length record, Few. This is a special record for the group as it is one created entirely from contributions from fans. Schuylar tells James about the creation of Few, as well as where the band hopes to go in the future.

Inside Music #107 - Celldweller Apr 05, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls his friend Klayton - best known to electronic music fans as Celldweller, Scandroid, or Circle of Dust - to discuss his unique career in the entertainment business. Klayton has built an empire of his own, which allows him to control his entire business, but the path to get to this point was not easy. Klayton walks James through the hurdles he faced early on and offers advice to others hoping to control their career. Be sure to check out Celldweller's next release, Offworld, when it arrives later this year.

Inside Music #106 - "What's with the Hula Hoops?" Mar 20, 2017

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On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell sets out to answer a question anyone who has ever attended a summer festival has inevitably asked themselves: What's with the hula hoops? James sits down with Layla, an up and coming Flow artist who tells him about flow culture, including details regarding how people make a living doing object manipulation at events around the world. It's a fascinating chat that is more about a subculture than a single person, and we hope it opens your eyes to a world of possibilities you may not have considered otherwise.

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