The Glad Machine join the show to discuss their fab new LP "All the Pretty Things!" Their first record since 2022, the band has returned with another slab of ear candy to satisfy your power pop sweet tooth! Check out the episode wherever you get your fave podcasts - just search Pop Fuss!   Be sure to purchase the album at thegladmachine.bandcamp.com and follow the band on their socials @thegladmachine   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best pop artists!

100 EPISODES! 🎉To celebrate this milestone, we’ve gathered a power pop dream team for a special roundtable episode! Join David Bash, John Borack, and Bijan Marashi from Pop Rocks Radio as we dive into power pop in the 21st century! We each share our favorite post-2000 artists keeping the genre alive — and geek out to some amazing tunes along the way! 🎸 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts — just search Pop Fuss! 🔹 Follow David Bash on Facebook and subscribe to his YouTube podcast Material Issues🔹 Check out John Borack’s books and articles, and follow him on Instagram @popdude🔹 Follow Bijan Marashi @pop.rocks.radio and subscribe to his excellent YouTube channel Pop Rocks Radio Follow @popfusspod for today’s BEST power pop and indie pop bands!

Whitney Fenimore returns to Pop Fuss to talk about her stunning new album “State of Being.” A Nashville music vet, Whitney blends pop, folk, and Americana into a lush mix of heartfelt melodies and honest lyricism. (If you’re into Kacey Musgraves, you’ll love her!)  We break down this superb LP and catch up on what’s next for Whitney. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your favorite podcasts — just search Pop Fuss! Follow Whitney on her socials @whitneyfenimore and visit whitneyfenimore.com to grab the new vinyl, merch, and more. Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today’s brightest emerging artists!

Sam Varga joins Pop Fuss to break down his excellent new EP “Fallout.” 💥A Nashville-based alt-country/Americana artist, Sam stands out by blending heartfelt storytelling with big hooks and singalong melodies—it’s a killer release from top to bottom. We chat about his songwriting process, navigating social media, and yes—the movie he starred in (we found it!). 🎬 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your favorite podcasts—just search Pop Fuss! Follow Sam on socials @samvargamusic and check out samvarga.com for tour dates and merch. Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today’s brightest emerging artists!

Golden Blue returns! 💫 Fresh off their stunning new album "Afterlight," Ashley and Johnny join Pop Fuss to dive into the making of the record — from adding a new band member to pulling off their most ambitious release show yet. We also talk about the realities and rewards of being an independent artist in today’s music world. Be sure to check out their gorgeous, ethereal new LP "Afterlight" — and follow @goldenblueband or visit goldenblueband.com for tour dates and merch! Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today’s BEST emerging artists!

The Click Five is BACK!  After 10+ years away, the band has reunited — and we’ve got the inside story on Pop Fuss! Even without releasing new music in over a decade, they still rack up 1.2 million monthly Spotify listeners today — proof their songs have never stopped connecting! In this episode, you’ll hear:✨ What sparked the long-awaited reunion✨ How Kyle came to join the band✨ If there’s a vault of unreleased songs 👀✨ The band’s mindset entering their third record✨ Their lasting popularity in the power pop community✨ What the guys have been up to over the past decade✨ Whether Joey & Ben might return to the fold✨ PLUS — an exclusive live snippet of their brand new song 🎶 It’s a must-listen for every Click Five fan and power pop lover alike.

Out In Front returns! For their second appearance on the show, Pop Fuss celebrates the band's debut EP "Straight Up to Space!" The title is appropriate for this group has skyrocketed in the past year with over 100k monthly listeners and 2 million streams on Spotify alone. We talk about their meteoric rise, relentless work ethic, and jam-packed touring schedule. Out In Front is going for it — while cranking out some of today’s hookiest rock!   Out In Front is: Madie Renner, Isaiah Volk and Ryen Wagner   Follow the band across socials @outinfrontofficial and check out their website oifband.com for tour dates and merch!   Check out Pop Fuss @popfusspod for today's BEST emerging artists!  

Liquid Mike joins Pop Fuss to talk about their new LP Hell is an Airport! ✈️ With six albums in just five years, Mike shares his unconventional approach to songwriting—super short songs, power-pop hooks, and anthemic angst. The record nods to indie staples like Guided by Voices and Nirvana while channeling the raw, guitar-driven energy of Mike’s youth. The result? A sharp, cathartic collection that turns self-deprecation into hooks you can’t stop singing. 👉 Listen now on Pop Fuss, wherever you get your podcasts! 🎸 Follow the band: @liquidmikeband💿 Tour, vinyl & merch: liquidmikeband.com📲 Follow Pop Fuss: @popfusspod for today’s best emerging artists!

The return of the Wellingtons! Australia's favorite power pop band are back with an AOTY contender! Baby Moon, their first record since 2017, is full of hooky ear candy from top to bottom. We catch up with Zac and Kate and dive into these great new songs! Find our conversation wherever you get your favorite podcasts!   Follow the Wellingtons @thewellingtonsband and pick up the fab new record at popboomerang.bandcamp.com   Check out Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's brightest pop artists!

Pop-punkers SUCKERPUNCH join Pop Fuss to hype their latest singles!Hailing from Montreal, these hook-filled rockers are taking the Great White North by storm with sing-along choruses and razor-sharp guitar licks. We chat about the band’s beginnings, collaborating with their heroes, and the biggest “pinch me” moments of their career so far. 🎧 It’s a fun convo with a killer band—listen now by searching Pop Fuss wherever you get podcasts!   Be sure to follow the band on their socials @suckerpunchbandmtl and grab merch at suckerpunchmtl.myshopify.com   Follow Pop Fuss on Instragram @popfusspod for today's BEST emerging artists!

The Nines return! 🎶Steve Eggers joins Pop Fuss to talk about his band’s first new material in years: their "concept" album Echoes of Past Future. A love letter to the ’70s, this retro-futuristic record feels like a warm sweater—wrapping listeners in lush melodies, timeless influences, and clever production that blends old and new technologies. We dive into the songs, the concept, and what Steve has been up to since the last release. 🎧 Hear the full conversation—just search Pop Fuss wherever you get your favorite podcasts!   Be sure to check out The Nines on Instagram @e99ers and pick up the record from their bandcamp page: thenines.bandcamp.com   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best new and veteran power pop artists!

RICK SPRINGFIELD: LEGACY 🎸On this special round table episode of Pop Fuss, we celebrate Rick Springfield’s music beyond the hits! Our guests each drafted their top 5 deep cuts, creating a 20-song playlist of Rick’s most underrated gems. We also dive into the making of the new tribute album, Second By Second By Minute By Minute: The Songs of Rick Springfield—a must-hear for fans old and new. 🎧 Tune in and join the celebration! Just search Pop Fuss wherever you get your favorite podcasts. 👉 Grab the tribute album at currycuts.bandcamp.com—huge thanks to Andrew Curry for putting it together and joining our round table! 🙏 Shout-out to Pat Francis of the Rock Solid Podcast for joining (check out his killer show and Rick interview at rocksolidpodcast.com).   🙌 And a big thanks to superfan Dave Festini for bringing his stories and knowledge to the mix.   Follow @popfusspod on Instagram for today’s brightest emerging pop artists—and some great veterans!

The Book Club joins Pop Fuss to talk about their brilliant new EP, Time Lapse.Manchester-based indie/alt-pop artist Em is the creative force behind these stunning songs—pairing heartfelt, vulnerable lyrics with soaring melodies and a gorgeous, classically trained voice. On this record, Em writes with honesty about coming out, self-discovery, and embracing one’s true identity. The result is a collection of songs as personal as they are powerful. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!   Be sure to follow the band on Instagram and TikTok @thebookclubuk   Check out Pop Fuss for today's best emerging indie artists @popfusspod

“It’s not always easy being an indie artist—and Comfort Club isn’t afraid to talk about it.”Colin Tracey, the creative force behind this indie/alt-pop project, joins Pop Fuss to share the stories behind his latest singles, his evolving sound, and the real challenges of navigating the music industry on his own. It’s an open, honest conversation you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your favorite podcasts! Follow the band @comfortclub to keep up with new music and tour dates.   Check out Pop Fuss @popfusspod for today's best indie artists!

Premium Rat joins Pop Fuss to dive into their powerful debut, Stranded On Land.Led by songwriter and creative force Mer, the band blends indie pop, alt-rock, a dash of punk, and even hints of musical theater into a sound that's uniquely their own. It's an infectious record from start to finish, with sharp, evocative lyrics that channel Mer’s personal journey and frustrations with the world we’re all navigating. Despite the chaos of modern life, Premium Rat gives us a way to vent, reflect—and still bop our heads along the way!   Check out the episode wherever you find your favorite podcasts!   Be sure to follow the band @premiumratmusic and check out their website PremiumRatMusic.com for live dates, videos, and more!   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best emerging artists (and a few great veterans!)

Rising singer-songwriter Naomi Jane joins Pop Fuss to talk about her latest single, creative journey, and what drives her.With over 6 million streams and counting, the award-winning artist blends indie and pop influences with emotionally rich songwriting. Naomi is also an actress and passionate activist, using her voice both on and off the stage. With talent, purpose, and vision, she’s already carving out her place in the industry—and we have no doubt she’s just getting started. 🎧 Follow her @naomijane_official and explore more at naomivoigt.com✨ Stay tuned with @popfusspod for today’s brightest emerging artists and new episode drops!

Retro power poppers The Last Bees join Pop fuss to celebrate their debut LP "The Beehive of Industry." Ian Ash, the creative force behind the band, discusses the new record, influences, and we breakdown some "sweet as honey" tracks! And check out our deep dive convo we did last year with Ian on his amazing career.    Be sure to follow the band on Instagram @the_last_bees and check out their Facebook, and website thelastbees.com for music, videos, tour info, and more!   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best indie pop artists!

Sony imprint RECORDS artist Avery Lynch joins Pop Fuss to talk about her latest single and what’s ahead for the rest of the year! With 400M+ streams and over 1.5M followers, Avery is quickly becoming one of indie-pop’s most emotionally resonant voices. 🎙️✨ We get into:— Whether she was a singer in a past life— The wild feeling of hitting "send" on a vulnerable song— If she secretly wants to drop a club banger— And what would truly surprise fans about life behind the scenes as a rising star Follow Avery on Instagram @averylynch and TikTok @avelynch   Check out her website averylynch.com for news, merch, tour dates and a link to her YouTube channel   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best indie pop artists!

Indie pop artist Molly Frances joins Pop Fuss to talk recent releases, creative collaborations, and what’s shaping up to be a big 2025. Based in Brooklyn, Molly’s been steadily building a name for herself—writing beautiful, heartfelt songs, producing with others, and stepping into the world of sync. Catch our full conversation wherever you get your fave podcasts!   Follow Molly on Instagram @themollyfrances and TikTok @mollyfrancesmusic and be sure to check out her website mollyfrancesmusic.com for tour updates, news, and her substack!   Follow Pop Fuss on Insta @popfusspod for today's best emerging artists!

Legendary band Splitsville are BACK with their first album in over 20 years! Check out our conversation with the guys as we discuss the group's beginnings, how their various projects intertwined, and why it's taken so long to release this concept album, "Mobtown." You'll hear samples yet unheard from the new record, and some GREAT stuff they have coming up in the near future! Find the episode wherever you get your favorite podcasts!   Splitsville remains: Brandt Huseman, Matt Huseman, Paul Krysiak & Tony Waddy   Pre-order the new album here from Big Stir! https://orcd.co/splitsville-mobtown or check out their website - bigstirrecords.com   Find the band on Instagram @splitsvilleusa and on Facebook   Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for loads of great power pop content!