On this episode, I sit down with Mark Frandsen, vocalist of the Denver hardcore band TimeXHeist. We dive into the Denver Hardcore scene, Mark’s history booking shows, the band’s touring stories, and their writing process — plus what’s next for TimeXHeist. Mark also shares how hardcore has shaped his life, gives us a look at their upcoming tour, and talks about his new project, which has a demo dropping this November. We wrap things up with a great conversation about his favorite albums and th...
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On this episode, I sit down with Mark Frandsen, vocalist of the Denver hardcore band TimeXHeist. We dive into the Denver Hardcore scene, Mark’s history booking shows, the band’s touring stories, and their writing process — plus what’s next for TimeXHeist. Mark also shares how hardcore has shaped his life, gives us a look at their upcoming tour, and talks about his new project, which has a demo dropping this November. We wrap things up with a great conversation about his favorite albums and th...
On this episode, I sit down with Mark Frandsen, vocalist of the Denver hardcore band TimeXHeist. We dive into the Denver Hardcore scene, Mark’s history booking shows, the band’s touring stories, and their writing process — plus what’s next for TimeXHeist. Mark also shares how hardcore has shaped his life, gives us a look at their upcoming tour, and talks about his new project, which has a demo dropping this November. We wrap things up with a great conversation about his favorite albums and th...
In this episode, I speak with James Longspaugh of the Long Island Hardcore band, Life Taken. We discuss his history with hardcore, the formation of the band, and their new EP coming out on October 31, 2025 on 51st State Records and Hardknock. The interview ends with James discussing his favorite shows, albums, and artists. Life Taken (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/lifetakenlihc?igsh=MWlhN200bmFpYnM1dA==
On this episode I speak with Tommy Corrigan of Silent Majority. We discuss his history with Long Island Hardcore, how Silent Majority formed, their reunion shows, and how they structure their setlist. We also discuss the formation of Capital, what the future holds for each band, and the legacy SM left on LIHC. Silent Majority (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/silentmajority_longisland?igsh=N3FyYmZiZGgyZDRi Capital (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/capitallihc?igsh=...
On this episode I speak with Chris Wrenn of Bridge 9 Records. He discusses how the label started, growing up in the northeast, and how he infused the Boston community into developing his label. We also talk about his new book, Fenway Punk, that comes out February 10, 2026. The book touches on his life growing up in Boston, discovering punk/hardcore, running Bridge 9, and how it connects to the city’s culture which includes his passion for the Boston Red Sox. The conversation also includes his...
On this episode, I speak with Carlos the Jakal, the vocalist of On Our Own from South Florida. We discuss the bands formation, writing process, and how they structured their debut album Now and Forever. Carlos also reviews how they structured their setlist, tour stories, and potentially reissuing the album on vinyl. The discussion ended with Carlos discussing his favorite albums, and his new band Bleak Existence that will release a demo by the end of the year. On Our Own (S...
On this episode, I speak with Chiqui Rodriguez of DMIZE. We discuss his history with music, the formation of DMIZE, their return, and song writing process. Chiqui also reviews their setlist structure and lyrical themes. The conversation also includes their upcoming shows, future releases, and what is next for the band. DMIZE (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/dmizenyhc?igsh=MTJhMTh6ZGRjODFweg==
On this episode I speak with Jayway from Bayway and Shattered Realm. We discuss his history in music, Bayway’s new album, setlist structure, and what’s in store for Shattered Realm. We end with discussing Bayway’s upcoming tour with Biohazard, and Jayway answering questions based on his interests. Bayway: https://www.instagram.com/baywaynj?igsh=cDkwMGJnZmE1M3Vn Shattered Realm: https://www.instagram.com/shatteredrealm86?igsh=ZDlnY211bGpseGUw
On this episode, I speak with John Cuccinello about his history in punk rock, formation of Hogan's Heroes, and their writing process for their albums. We also discuss his time in Murphy's Law, and the beginning of OS101. John also discussed his new interactive children's book for adults, Punk Rock Family, Volume 1 that is distributed through RevHQ. The discussion ends with his five year plan for future books, and asking questions about his favorite HH/OS101 songs, most insp...
I speak with Jon Contino of Contino New York. We discuss his history with hardcore, playing in bands, to creating artwork. He discusses his passion for design and how it began at an early age. He reviews his jobs, and how each experience led to him creating album covers, working with professional athletic teams, to designing merchandise for companies. Contino New York (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/continonewyork?igsh=MXQyNHZjaG1qamR6ag== https://continonewyork.com/info
On this episode I speak with Dave Campbell and Jon Berg (Contra, The Path) of State of Mind Recordings. We discuss the labels history, distribution, and upcoming releases. We also review the flood that damaged their merchandise and how they have recovered. Thankfully, they are doing well and discuss how they are stronger as a result of it. State of Mind Recordings: https://www.instagram.com/stateofmindrecordings?igsh=YWJ2NHF1cmwzanF4 The Path: https://www.instagram.com/thepathvthc...
On this episode, I speak with Artie White. We discuss his musical influences, booking shows across Long Island, and the formation of Milhouse. The discussion also includes how he joined Indecision and their writing process for their LP. The conversation ends with him answering questions on his favorite songs he created, and his top albums. He also is the frontman for Ready for Death. Their new LP, Pay With Your Face is currently out on Translation Loss Records. READY FOR DEATH (In...
On this episode, I speak with Mike Bruno of Iron Chic, Dead Broke Rekerds, and Adult Magic. He speak about his history with music and the first show he attended. We discuss Iron Chic's song writing process, how they structure their album tracklist, and how they determine their set list. We also review his other band Adult Magic and what the future holds for the band. MIke said they are completing their new album for a late 2025/early 2026 release. Mike also discu...
On this episode I speak with Dan Alivio of Private Mind. He discusses his history with music, playing guitar, and the formation of his first band. He also reviews how Private Mind formed, their tours, setlist structure, and what the future holds for the band. We also discuss his new label, Heaven Records. He explains their future releases and the idea behind its creation. Private Mind (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/privatemindli?igsh=MXNld2tpaGZ2YmlpZQ=...
On this episode, I speak with Frank Traficante of Somerset Thrower and Victory Garden. We discuss his history with music, the formation of the band, and how they structure their set list. The conversation includes Frank reviewing all 10 tracks on their new album, Take Only What You Need To Survive on Smart Punk Records. We also discuss Victory Garden's EP and future plans. The interview ends with Frank answering questions about his favorite records, venues, and shows he attended. ...
On this episode, Popeye discisses his musical history, Farside’s writing process, and his new project Calling Hours, and connecting with Revelation Records. Popeye talks about his career as a voice actor and the new record Calling Hours is working on.
On this episode I speak with Lenny Bednarz. He discusses his musical history, Without A Cause, the formation of Fahrenheit 451, and their writing process. Lenny discusses their releases, the impact of the NY Hardest Compilation, and playing shows. Lenny also discusses his time in District 9. He also reviews Crazy Eddie, their writing process and what the future holds for the band. Fahrenheit 451 (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/fahrenheit451nyhc?igsh=MWh3b3d1ejFlOHlzMQ== Cra...
On this episode, I speak with Rachel Rubino of On The Might Of Princes and Open City. We discuss her musical history, the scene in the late 90s/early 00’s, and how the On The Might Of Princes reunion show developed. We also discuss Open City, their writing process, lyrical themes, and favorite artists. On The Might Of Princes (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/onthemightofprinces_official?igsh=MTFsbHBqNnZ5Z3RjOQ== Open City (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/theeope...
On this episode, I speak with Vinnie Caruana. We discuss his history with music, writing process, and how he structures his lyrics over songs. The discussion also includes his favorite tours and how each band organizes their set list. Vinnie also announced that I Am The Avalanche are completing their new album for a potential early/late winter release. The interview ended with Vinnie discussing his favorite festivals, tours, and other topics. The MovieLife (Instagram)...
On this episode, I sit down with Mark Frandsen, vocalist of the Denver hardcore band TimeXHeist. We dive into the Denver Hardcore scene, Mark’s history booking shows, the band’s touring stories, and their writing process — plus what’s next for TimeXHeist. Mark also shares how hardcore has shaped his life, gives us a look at their upcoming tour, and talks about his new project, which has a demo dropping this November. We wrap things up with a great conversation about his favorite albums and th...
