Disruptor Series: Recent Episodes
The Resistance
Celebrate the Disruptors! Upcoming artists, icons, and station favorites chat new music with Miranda. Check out past interviews from your favorite artist and discover some of the new artists emerging in alternative.
Lola Bates got her start in music at only 5 years old, was performing with a London Symphony Orchestra at 15, and just released her first album at 24! We talk about what she learned while she was on the road with Jerry Cantrell, the authenticity in the new album, and who inspired the gold look in one of her music videos!
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We got to talk to Jason Singer of Michigander on his 34th birthday! We chat about his new YouTube documentary, new album, and about getting older! He also shares a bit of advice for new artists and talks about the importance of being authentic in artistry!
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Inoha loved Madison so much when they played here in May that they're coming back in October! They tell us about the Madison cafe that was one of the best diners of the entire tour and I try to convince them to try squeaky cheese curds. We also talk about their new album, how they settle disagreements within the band, and who is most likely to get drunk and take off on a solo adventure!
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We're getting to know Australian band Stand Atlantic! They have been a band for over a decade and are returning to a more pop punk with their new music. Bonnie hints that there is some stuff coming up that she can't talk about yet... We also talk about international touring, fostering dogs, and cliche love songs!
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We talk to Ryan Perdz about his start in music, the cover art for his upcoming album, and his upcoming show in Madison at High Noon Saloon! Plus, mental health, the inspiration for one of his new songs, and the song he grew up singing at karaoke!
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We caught up with Cannons about their new album, playing the new venue in Milwaukee, and got an update on Paul! Plus, we talk about their dogs, how "Starlight" opened up their creativity for the whole album, and red flags that young musicians should watch out for!
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Madison's-own Seasaw is back with new music! We caught up with Meg & Eve to talk about some of their favorite Madison spots, the recording process for their new album, and how they DIY music videos!
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Fran and Tom from Red Run Club stopped by The Resistance studio to talk to Ebo about sports, their current tour, and play a couple songs!
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Let's get to know Solya, the self-proclaimed Queen of Texas! We talk to the 19-year-old multi-instrumentalist about how she got started, her Insta aesthetic, and what her new album means to her!
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Mega Twilight fan Julia Wolf released a new album last year and her upcoming tour is selling out all over the country! We cover a lot of topics from her favorite collaborations, her need to write about her intrusive thoughts, and the must-haves for her tour rider! Plus, her recent move back to New York, the next song she wants people to connect with, and (of course) Twilight!
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Liverpool's Red Rum Club is heading back to the states for another tour! We talk about how touring the US inspired their new album "Buck," what they like to do when they're not on the road, and celebrating Fran's birthday in Milwaukee!
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Let's get to know Post Sex Nachos! We talk about the inspiration for their song "SOS" from their EP that came out in December. Plus, what they love about Madison, where they are most likely to eat on tour, and how they kept themselves busy during the huge winter storm that hit Nashville!
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Boys Like Girls are hitting the road this spring to play their first two albums front to back every night! This summer will be the 20th anniversary of their self-titled album and we talk about how this tour is about celebrating the past before they head back into the studio for the next phase. We also talk about the revival of early 2000's bands going on tour, where big fans can find B-sides & demos, and how his family celebrates Valentine's Day!
They'll play Landmark Credit Union Live in Milwaukee 3/25/26. Tickets and trusted ticket link at altmad.com!
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The Runarounds stopped by the Resistance studio before their show at The Sylvee on 2/7!
Click play to hear the interview and a couple acoustic songs!
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UK band Soap decided to start making music together just a couple weeks before the Covid shutdown so they didn't exactly start out like many bands do. We talk about what that was like, their new song "Awkward Now", and whose phone is most likely to have a low battery!
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Silversun Pickups have a new album called "Tenterhooks" coming out February 6th, 2026! Brian Aubert tells us about the template of the album, what to expect (or not expect) from the 20th anniversary of "Carnavas", and the cameos from people like Jack Black in their music video for "The Wreckage"! Plus, what he loves about Madison and why he keeps coming back for Joey's Song every year.
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The Strumbellas recently released a new EP called "Burning Bridges Into Dust" - their only EP since their first back in 2009! We talked about why now was a good time for another EP, the addition of new singer Jimmy Chauveau, and what they love about their fans!
Details and the trusted ticket link for their show in Madison on March 19th, 2026 can be found at altmad.com!
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Sydney Elliott is FRANK. She went from being in a band to going solo a couple years ago and she tells us about how she made that decision, being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and her "zoo" of animals that she and her husband have rescued. Plus, we talk about her new song "Sick Of Yourself", having the support of your family, and her favorite tattoo!
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This interview with Butch Vig originally aired May 1st, 2025. We talked about the new Garbage album "Let All That We Imagine Be The Light", touring, and a whole bunch more!
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Rio Kosta is 2 multi-instrumentalists (Mike Del Rio and Kosta Galanopoulos) coming together to create life-affirming music. We talk about the chance meeting that brought them together, Kosta's brother being their percussionist AND hype man, and the ethos of the album being friendship!
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Kiernan sat down with All Time Low before their sold out Halloween show at The Sylvee to talk about their new album "Everyone's Talking" and what's next for the band after almost 20 years together!
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Meet Linka Moja! We talk about how she got her stage name, being discovered by Eddie Vedder, and playing the Majestic with Mirador in September! Plus, how important it is to have a team you trust and how sometimes you just need to pull over and touch grass.
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Franz Ferdinand stopped by The Resistance studio for a Mini Session before their show at The Sylvee on Saturday, October 4th! They played a couple songs, talked about life on the road, and told us about the music scene in Scotland!
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We caught up with AFI before their show at The Sylvee to talk about their new album "Silver Bleeds The Black Sun" and the new era it brings!
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Barry Johnson of Joyce Manor talks about what he loves about traveling overseas and what he always forgets to pack! Plus, what it's like working with Brett Gurewitz, where his wedding ranks on life highlights, and their new song "All My Friends Are So Depressed"!
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You might remember Darrel Herbert as the lead guitarist for the Toadies in the 90s but now he's releasing new music as Visual Super Product! We talked about all the different careers he's had, his lazy dog on TikTok, and the inspiration for his new song "Scratch It Out."
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We cover a lot of ground about Kenzo Cregan from how he got started playing guitar by mirroring his dad, blending his California and English sides, and what he thinks of the Milwaukee Bucks!
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Waterparks is back with new music on a new label and we talked to Awsten Knight about this new era for the band. We also talk about his love for fashion and all things creative and about whether or not his drummer might be a serial killer...
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David Osterhout is Bike Routes. With the help of his producer he writes all the songs and with the help of his friends he brings those songs to the live stage. He's also an avid reader, an animal lover, and often found selling his own merch after a show. Keep an eye out for a new album coming from Bike Routes sometime soonish!
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The Happy Fits were the first band we had in The Resistance studio after the pandemic shutdown 4 years ago! We had a lot to catch up on... like what has happened over the last 4 years, the new band members they welcomed in 2024, and their new album coming out this fall!
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You might have seen mehro open up for Half Alive at The Sylvee this spring, but we're just getting to know them. We talk about traveling, how a summer program rocked their world, and their new song "You're So Pretty".
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Coco Kinnon from Winona Fighter tells us what it's like to work with her best friends, how their new album "My Apologies To The Chef" is a love letter to punk rock, and all about the most important member of the band - her chihuahua Elmo!
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We first met Slow Joy last year and he's been busy since then! We catch up on the band, how much he loves meeting the homies, and his debut full-length album with a lot of influences!
Slow Joy "A Joy So Slow At Times I Don’t Think It’s Coming" comes out May 16th, 2025
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Little Image is coming to Madison with Joywave (4/22/25) so we caught up with Jackson a little better before they get here. We talk about how the band started, how special their new music is to them, and about a very mysterious water bottle!
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It's been years since we talked to Stephen Jenkins of Third Eye Blind so we had a lot to catch up on! His progress with productivity, a new song release and an album in the works, and how important live music is! See them this summer at Ashley For The Arts in Arcadia and check out their new song "Like A Lullaby" out now.
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Chris Cester of Mystic Knights and Jet spills the tea! Click play to hear his stories about Henry Rollins calling the cops on him, his relationship with Oasis, and what's happening for both his bands!
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Get to know Avrey Freeman, also known as Honestav! We talk about his musical influences, his upbringing, and why he was wearing a Jordan Love jersey in his "Hurts To Fall In Love" music video.
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We last talked to Kieran in Circa Waves at the end of 2022. Since then he had a pretty scary health issue, they did a bunch of touring, and they have 2 new albums coming out in 2025!
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The Linda Lindas are fresh off their huge tour with Green Day and they just released a new album called "No Obligation"! We also talk about why they're so drawn to punk music and the lifestyle AND we found out that we're on Bela's tour wish list!
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Declan McKenna stopped by before his show at The Sylvee on October 29th! The last night of his headlining tour before hitting the road with Sabrina Carpenter! We chat about his new album that came out, why his new song "Champagne" isn't on that album, and how much has changed since he started playing music as a teenager.
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The Ramona Flowers give us an update on their progress as a band, what they love about America, and they talk about Halloween in the US versus Guy Fawkes Night in the UK! Plus, we chat about the Oasis reunion and what's coming up for them in 2025!
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Cassyette has been through a lot over the last few years, and so have a lot of her friends. She's taken her story and put it to music with her new album "This World F***ing Sucks" coming out August 23rd, 2024. We talk about the moments behind the music, how she's the only one in her family that can sing, and her very personal new song "Friends In Low Places."
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Ella Red is back on the show to talk about her new song "I Like You Best." We discuss her edgier stage persona and she plays a couple songs for us!
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Congratulations to Alex Dugan on his new marriage! The last time we talked to the Culture Wars frontman he was in Australia and now we know why! For love! We also talk about their upcoming debut full length album, his writing style, and what's to come for Culture Wars!
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Esteban Flores has been doing music for a long time but it wasn't until it became more about his art and feelings and less about a career that he became Slow Joy. We chat about what Slow Joy means for him, Taco Bell, and what it's like for people to know your songs.
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Queens of the Stone Age has announced another leg to The End Is Nero Tour and they're coming to Madison! Guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen fills us in on their latest album, what tour is like, and even some reminiscing about a leather pants phase the band had.
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Soren Hansen is releasing a solo album! Many know him from New Politics and while the band has been on hiatus Soren has been writing for himself. We talk about the band and the hiatus, the self-titled album coming out this summer, and why he doesn't shy away from being personal in his songs.
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One of our only repeat guests... Leah from Slothrust returns to talk about their new EP, what it feels like to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of "Of Course You Do", and (of course) we talk about crystals and symbols!
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Amigo the Devil, aka Danny Kiranos, has been making noise for a long time. We cover a lot of ground from songwriting inspirations, the direction he's moving in with his new album, and why Irish bands like to take him on the road.
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Chestnut Grove is going through some changes! We talk about their latest album, how you can support them, and what the future may or may not hold!
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19-year-old Jeremy Abboud has already found his career and passion in life. He started playing music over 10 years ago, started building his home studio around 7 years ago, and has taught himself how to play and record all parts of his songs. The Rockyts has had many forms but at the center it is Jeremy, and often only Jeremy.
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Knox is a self-taught musician who grabbed a guitar when he was 19 and hasn't let go of it yet! Click play to hear the inspiration for his new song "Not The 1975" and how he feels about his sold out headlining tour!
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Detention's members are young, but they've been making music for a long time. They continue to find their sound while experimenting with different influences all while handling band responsibilities without label support. Listen to learn more about this up and coming band, how they make it work, and what's coming up!
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Cherry Glazerr released a new album "I Don't Want You Anymore" this fall and it has deeply personal lyrics expressed in multiple genres. She breaks it down for us and also tells us how she got her start.
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Ella Red is a young singer/songwriter who taught herself how to play the piano at 6 years old! We talk to her and her manager Justin Mauriello about how she was discovered, what's coming up for her, and her alter ego on stage!
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Let's get to know self-taught singer/songwriter Jay Putty! We cover a lot of ground and chat about his new song "The Best Days Are Yet To Come", football, beer, and a whole lot more!
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We're getting to know a young band by the name of HotWax! We talk about what's to come, touring, and how they try to balance it all.
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Brian Fallon talks about The Gaslight Anthem's reunion, his writing process, and his favorite NFL team. We also talk about Bruce Springsteen featuring on the title track, "History Books." This is their first album in 9 years and it comes out October 27th, 2023!
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Campbell from Australian band Vacations talks about their new song "Next Exit" and why he chooses to tell people the personal stories behind the songs. We also talk about touring, concert etiquette, and even get a few tiny details about the next album!
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Destroy Boys Zoomed in from Europe to tell us what we can expect when they make it to the midwest this winter and they reveal some info on what's coming up for them!
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Meet Vision Arcade! The band has only been around for a few years but they're ready to show the world who they are. Listen to hear about their new song "Hey Honey", a new album coming out next year, and some of their unexpected influences.
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In this conversation with A R I Z O N A we talk about their new music, what we can expect from their upcoming show in Madison, and the importance of taking a step back sometimes to focus on friendships. There's a lot of ground covered and a lot of hints at things to come!
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What's the difference between a bottle of wine and a vinyl record? They both need to breathe! That's according to Kaleo from Pepper who also says that they both have a lot to tell you. We also talk about their new song "Get Me Ready", their multiple business ventures, and how much they care about their community... or "ohana" as they refer to them.
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Sabrina and Nya from Say She She tell us about their new song, their writing process, and their favorite merch!
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Metric stopped by to debut a brand new song, announce a new album, and chat about their tour with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds and Garbage! Click play for all the details and head to our IG if you wanna check out the acoustic songs they performed in studio!
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Durry is a brother and sister duo with a new album on the way and an upcoming tour! We talk about how they decided to make music together, what it felt like to go viral, and what it's like for Austin to show Taryn how band life works.
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Mac Saturn calls in to chat about their upcoming show in Madison with The Struts, the new music they're working on, and how the band is getting along.
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Get to know Windser! We talk about the different tones between his debut EP and his upcoming release, his upcoming tour with The Happy Fits (including a stop at Lollapalooza!), and how he came up with the idea for his "Memory" music video!
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Grouplove has a new album coming out and they're about to hit the road with Pink! We chat about the theme for the album, tour life on the bus, and how the band has evolved.
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We catch up with Nasri from MAGIC! about their hiatus/break up, the theme of the new album, and what makes them different from a lot of other bands. Spoiler alert: it's the groove! We also cover motorcycles, dancing, and a whole lot more.
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Jason Paul and Sasha Sirota of GXTP (Guns and Toilet Paper) tell us what it was like to work with Tommy Lee on their new song "Contraband!" Plus, they give us a lot of hints of fun stuff ahead and share the real reason they named themselves after the most hoarded items during the pandemic!
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Caleb from Colony House called in to talk about touring, the new album, and some of his favorite memories of Madison! We also talk about spooky trains and the band's new effort to raise money for earthquake victims. You can find more info or donate now at existforgood.org.
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Rec Hall might seem somewhat elusive online but they've got big things on the horizon! Here we talk about their song "She Doesn't Get It" being a blue-print moving forward: "...how can we relate this back to 'She Doesn't Get It'? How can we have our new songs be in conversation with that first release?" We also chat about production, their tour with lovelytheband, and how they know when a song is done.
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Senses are out on tour so they stopped by the studio to catch up on everything that's happened since we talked to them in October! We get updates on the new EP, Maddie's feelings on the Packers, and who is driving the bus.
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Wilbur and Mark from Lovejoy tell us about how they formed during the pandemic and what it's been like doing the whole band thing backwards: "most bands have to make good music to have their audience come and listen to them... we got the audience so now we have to make good music to prove to them that we're worthy of it." Plus, find out what Mark is most excited about when they play the Riverside Theater in Milwaukee on May 27th!
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"Raw" and "honest" are words that Weathers used to describe their upcoming album "Are We Having Fun?" that is coming out on May 5th. We met up in Las Vegas to talk about the album and their new song "ALL CAPS".
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Patrick Martin grew up just a couple hours outside of Madison and is now making music in LA. He's ready to hit the road with his new song "Dandelion Eyes" out now and his new EP "Velvet Time" coming out in June... "I am desperate to perform because this music is so special to me. The dancing shoes are polished and you can see your reflection in them." Hit play to get to know him before you see him live.
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It's been over a year since we chatted with Louis Petrella from Sorry It's Over. They've got a new song called "Dog Daze" so we catch up on how things are going for the band and what's coming up this year.
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From being homeless as a kid to pro skateboarder to burgeoning rockstar, Chad Tepper shares how he got here and how music has always been there for him: "Music was always my escape. It was the only thing that ever made me feel good. It was the only thing in my world of chaos that grounded me and rooted me into this earth and gave me a purpose."
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Meet Tom MacDonald! Controversial rapper with a hit pop song called "Ghost" that is blowing up everywhere. We talk about the song's origin, how he and his family run everything themselves, and a little about politics: "I've done a lot of politically charged music, but I think that I've sort of criticized both sides of the spectrum and sort of been an activist for standing in the middle of the spectrum and looking at both sides or standing on the outside of the spectrum entirely and criticizing the entire two party system..."
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Madison native JaLu is making a name for himself in Denver and online! He stopped by this week to chat with Pat about his sound, how he got started, and where you can find his music.
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The Moss stopped by on December 9th to chat with Ebo about van life, the exciting things happening in their career, and "respectful moshing" at their shows!
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Kieran from Circa Waves Zoomed in from the UK to talk about how he'll celebrate the holidays, 10 years of Circa Waves, and the new album "Never Going Under" coming out January 13th, 2023!
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Marlon Harder from Autopilot called in from Saskatchewan to talk about their recent visit to Madison, what's coming up for the band, and their first American speeding ticket! He also said, "the more different ways I can explore writing, I find maybe that can make me a better songwriter and that's always the goal... just to improve and get better."
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When talking about the inspiration behind his song "Sick Of It' Jean Dawson said, "I was just like really frustrated. I'm like, 'man, we are so mean to each other.'
We have no NEED to be like that. There's no necessity in life, in culture... and everything advances with necessity. There's no necessity for being mean." Listen for more on his new music, where he's going for the holidays, and how he categorizes his music.
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In addition to her new music Molly Moore talks about who we are before and after life-altering events, her first tour, and plans for 2023!
When talking about her new music she said it's about, "trying to understand myself and find love and accept and make space for some of the more uncomfortable emotions that I've been dealing with. I'm very excited! It's very vulnerable and personal to me, and also just a lot of fun!"
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Aric from The Brevet tells us about their new song, "I hope 'Safe' can help people in a dark time feel like they're not alone." We also get a progress report on the new album and a look into his writing process: "I write a lot about the journey of and search for purpose and meaning in life..."
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The Blue Stones are releasing their new album "Pretty Monster" tomorrow and they told us all about how they controlled the chaos and came up with songs like "What's It Take To Be Happy".
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"Punk-curious" Senses talks about their new music, playing Pride in Chicago, and what they strive to create at their live shows. Plus, singer Madison Taylor chats about the Green Bay Packers and growing up in Saumico, WI! "We're here, look at us... please."
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George Chase Jr called in to talk about his family, new music from The Sublets, and his new show Happy Hour Sessions!
"It's the same thing with any art... you work on a project and in the vacuum of your mind it seems like a kinda cool idea and then you try to implement it or put it out in the world... you never know... ya know, it stops belonging to you, now it belongs to the world and they can judge it or say things about it and it's always scary."
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Luke from The Struts talks about an upcoming album & inspiration for new song "Fallin With Me." Plus, preshow rituals, fashion, cover songs, and much more!
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Cannons is heading out on tour with The Knocks and they're coming to Madison! They'll be at The Sylvee on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 and guitarist Ryan Clapham says, "we're bringing the razzle and we're bringing the dazzle!" Listen to hear about drummer Paul Davis getting shamed by his dog and what they've got coming up in the near future!
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Meet Bad Mary! A punk band out of New York that features lead vocalist Amanda Mac, her husband Mike on bass, her dad Bill on drums, and her professor David on guitar. How did they all come together? Hit play to find out! Plus, we talk about the creation of their "The Return of Space Girl" album and movie, what's coming up for them, and where you can find them every week.
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Irish punk trio ONOFF have lived in California for nearly a decade and are starting to plant roots here. Has their sound changed at all? Maybe... "but I think having a band that just creates the songs from the bare bones - that's punk rock to me," says Paulie & Stevie 10 Bears.
What's Tina Turner got to do with it? Listen to find out.
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"Hey! Let's have some therapy!" That's how AJ Smith gets the crowd involved before launching into his new song, "We're All Gonna Die." He's trying to create experiences for people when they come to his shows, "because it's amazing as a concert goer in the audience and you see somebody come out on the stage that makes you feel as though all of your misfit parts belong... That all of your broken-heartedness isn't alone."
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Jawny lets his intuition guide him in the studio and in the record store. He's also the fastest indie musician on foot in America. Why isn't that the first thing mentioned in his bio? Listen to find out.
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Meg Myers knew Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill" was special long before it was featured on Stranger Things. Here she gets personal about how she chose to cover that song, her latest single "HTIS", and what 90's band she is hoping will bring her on the road next.
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Elena Charbila is Kid Moxie. Film and music are her two passions and she has combined them to compose for movies and television PLUS creates her own music. Here she explains how the process is different for composing her own music versus composing for someone else.
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VHS Collection took a break from their rehearsal (you can hear some others rehearsing in the background) to talk about how they balance live band and electronic elements in their music. We also talk about their new album "Night Drive", the music video for "Survive", and their upcoming show in Chicago on July 25th!
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Cayucas is made of twin brothers Zach and Ben Yudin. Here they talk about leaning into their California vibe, explain what a "burner" is on their upcoming record, and share their affinity for golf.
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Matt Maeson stopped by the studio to talk about the album he's been working on and how eager he is for his fans to hear his new music!
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Arrow and Henri from Starcrawler talk about their new music, collaborating with Taylor Hawkins & Perry Farrell, and why they love opening for Jack White's phoneless concerts.
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Colin Bracewell is spending his summer fishing and playing music while he's away from the University of Minnesota campus where he studies for some interesting degrees. Find out how his writing process works, what those interesting degrees are, and where you can find him by listening here!
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Charlotte Sands talks about her upcoming headlining gig in London, how her blue hair has become an identifier, and how her new album "Love and Other Lies" came together!
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Get to know Ripe! Their new song "Settling" is "for anyone currently up to their neck in the heaviness of life, swimming towards joy. We’re right there swimming alongside you, and we hope this helps!"
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The Interrupters share their new & unique method for lyric writing, plus we talk about traveling, collaborating, and how cool their grandparents are. New album "In The Wild" comes out August 5th, 2022!
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Auckland, New Zealand band The Beths have stayed busy while they couldn't be on the road and now that they're back on tour they are ready to share their new music live! Here we talk about the effects of postponing shows, collaborating with Sports Team on music videos, and the emotion behind their new single "A Real Thing."
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James from The Clockworks talks about their brand new self-titled EP, what a culture shock it was to go from London to LA and then SXSW, and wonders what comes next if everything now is "post".
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Get to know The Kaleidoscope Kid! He fills us in on some of his favorite smoothie recipes, how he deals with Reiter's Syndrome, and who his biggest influences are.
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Flora Cash released a new album called "Our Generation" while trying to adjust to life with a child. Here we catch up on music, their growing family, and what life is like in Sweden right now.
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Josh from Badflower talks about their upcoming show at The Majestic on April 27th, 2022 and we get an update on his barn/studio/house!
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Ryan from Mother Mother talks about how the fans dictate what they do: "I think every gesture you make is a by-product of the energy you are receiving from your fans. It's such a symbiotic relationship." Plus, he talks about the new album, what to expect at their shows, and what makes their VIP packages so special.
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Ken Casey of Dropkick Murphys fills us in on what to expect at their upcoming show at The Sylvee! Plus, we get an update on the Claddagh Fund, new album "Turn Up That Dial", and how they're going to tour without Al Barr.
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Catching up with COIN! We chat about their new music, artificial intelligence, and reminisce about that time they did a Resistance Mini Session inside Delta Beer Lab's brewery!
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Sachi DiSerafino and Arthur Shea of Joy Again explain how they created their band, what happens when they get into the studio, and why their song "Looking Out For You" is resonating with so many people right now.
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There's not much information out there on artist/producer Smith so it was nice to get to know her. Besides being a multi-genre producer and songwriter, she also has 4 dogs and feels lucky to do what she does. "A lot of times for me songs will stalk me. They'll just roll in my head until I get them all out the way that they want me to."
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Tom Howie and Jimmy Vallance of Bob Moses sympathize with our shoveling here in the midwest... from the warmth of sunny LA. In our conversation we also find out how they teamed up, why writing their new album "The Silence In Between" was cathartic, and that music provides purpose for them both.
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Hippo Campus has a new album coming out next month, they'll kick off their tour at The Sylvee here in Madison on February 17th, and they'll make another late night TV appearance next week! Check out our conversation to find out why Nathan thinks the Twin Cities and the midwest are so special and the difference between the new album "LP3" and the EP "Good Dog, Bad Dream" that came out less than 6 months ago.
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Pop-punk icon Avril Lavigne has a new song out and a new album on the way! Click play to find out why she said it was "probably the most fun I've had making a record" and "front to back, is actually my most alternative record."
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Matt Lowell from Lo Moon called in to talk about meeting expectations, how much the world needs more art, and his goals for 2022.
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Christo from Bad Suns chats about the new album, the freedom of giving in to the apocalypse, and how the band is a brotherhood.
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Get to know Rhett Repko! We talk about his influences in producing AND writing music, his favorite snacks and drinks, and where you are most likely to find him online.
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Jamie of Tedious & Brief weighs in on the endless Chicago pizza debate and explains how the phrase "Tedious & Brief" lights a fire under her butt.
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Third Eye Blind is back with a new album! "Our Bande Apart" came out September 24th and features songs that remind singer Stephan Jenkins of The Cure, Judas Priest, and pure California surf rock. Listen to find out which song was inspired by his feeling that "we're so isolated but this isolation also compresses us deeper into each other."
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All 4 members of Secondhand Sound take part in this conversation! When it comes to paying dues, this band is prepared to do whatever it takes to make it. Notably proven in the interview as we talked to bassist Teagan who was on the side of the road with a flat tire and waiting for a tow. Vocalist Sawyer Estok said, "All the people we look up to, I don't think we'd feel right looking them in the eye... we wanna know that we EARNED being able to stand in the room."
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Remington and Sebastian talk about how their band started, overcoming a point where they thought they might end the band, and how they learned to win over critical crowds.
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Sorry It's Over is a new band out of California who have already been able to work with producer Geza X! They've got more music on the way and they're ready to meet America.
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The future release from Our Lady Peace is a look into the future of all music releases! As they prepare their new album, Spiritual Machines 2, Raine explains how new technology will allow them to connect with fans in ways they never could before and how he feels more creative than ever. He also explains Future Famous where some very deserving people are getting exposure for their initiatives.
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It's been over a year since we checked in with our buddies from The Orphan The Poet but they'll be in Wisconsin soon! Here we chat about their upcoming show at Summerfest, their tour with Friday Pilots Club coming to Madison 9/20/21, and we even chat about some exclusive news that Miranda didn't know was exclusive.
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American Idol winner Lee DeWyze stopped by the studio before a local show to talk about his new album "Ghost Stories" and what it's like to be back on the road.
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A hybrid of rock and blues music, Bones Owens has lived in Nashville about as long as he lived in the midwest. Here we talk about how he got his name, new and old music, and how he went from a guitarist-for-hire to the main man on the stage.
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Multi-talented artist Kat Von D talks about balancing all her artistic endeavors with family life. Her new album "Love Made Me Do It" comes out August 27th and we delve into the sounds, the meanings, and the band involved with its fruition.
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When asked what she would want people to know before ever hearing her music or making judgements about who the band is, Slothrust frontwoman Leah Wellbaum had trouble narrowing it down to one thing before settling on this answer: "I'm really happy for people to hear in the music whatever it is they need to hear in that exact moment."
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Our first band in the studio in over a year: The Happy Fits!
Their new album came out a year ago and they haven't had a chance to tour with it yet. They're ready to hit the road and show their fans a new, amped-up live show and see how their music has connected to fans!
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Like many other artists and musicians, Capital Theatre is delving in to the world of NFTs! When asked why they chose to auction off NFTs to benefit a local New Zealand mission, singer Adam Stevenson said, "...if I could go down and earn some crypto currency by being a beggar on the street and then convert that crypto currency back into New Zealand dollars and give it to some charities in need... that would be full-circle, mad, 2021 capital theatre."
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Will Carpenter, the creator of Ships Have Sailed, explains his writing process, how he maintains a pragmatic outlook, and his connection with musicbeatscancer.org.
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After years of hard work and self-promotion, Tai Verdes is finally starting to see the fruits of his labor in TikTok success, a sold out tour, and a set at Lollapalooza in Chicago on Friday, July 30th, 2021! He's got big plans to play arenas and reach a billion streams. Start paying attention now so you're not late to the party that is Tai Verdes.
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Peach Tree Rascals is a group of friends who started playing together in high school and made a conscious decision to see this music thing through. Rapper/singer Issac Pech says, "Dominic set in stone when we first got started, we're not interested in small time numbers, although we appreciate the small time moments."
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The momentum is building for Don't Believe In Ghosts! New album "Solutions" came out May 14th and they already have big plans for new music, getting back on the road, and new ways to connect with their fans! We also talk about the meaning behind their band name and new single "Put Your Head Back", tacos versus pizza, and what their writing process is like.
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The bright and cheery Tessa Violet chats about new music, her "tiny terror" fans, and why her Bad Ideas: The Experience livestream event was the huge production that it was.
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Major Spark is a collaboration of singer-songwriter Mark Goodman and producer Brian Charles. While writing songs for their new album "Beautiful Noise" they continually asked themselves "can you run to this?" The answer is a full album of upbeat songs to keep you moving.
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It's been 8 months since we talked to Gus Dapperton about the release of his "Orca" album and now a deluxe version is coming out! Tune in to find out what will be on it, how he writes his music, and where he loves to perform.
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CHVRCHES celebrate a decade together this year! All 3 members join me to talk about how they got here, their philosophy on consuming music, and how much their pets run their lives.
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Michelle and Melissa Macedo are mixed-heritage (Latinx/Indian) twin sisters who make music, act, and want to encourage everyone to stand in their own power.
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All 3 brothers joined me for a conversation about Earth Day, what success feels like and looks like to them... and then things get a little silly.
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Thea Taylor's teen years have been tumultuous but she remains committed to her poetry and music. The 18 year old reached internet fame during quarantine and now that things are starting to open up again, she's trying to figure out what comes next.
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Black Pistol Fire released their 6th studio album "Look Alive" in January. Drummer Eric Owen explains how the band formed, how a duo can be so rowdy and loud, and we talk a lot about food.
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Yuno is essentially self-taught in guitar, producing music, photography, videography, and anything else that allows him to share his creativity. He was 16 years old when he submitted his demo to Sub-Pop Records, but he didn't hear back that time. Eventually the label noticed him and now this artist, influenced by skateboard culture, is finding his place in the alternative scene.
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The 1979 is back on Death From Above! Jesse F. Keeler and Sebastien Grainger put on real pants and Zoomed in from Canada to talk about how love influenced the new album, what it's like to live in the middle of nowhere, and what to expect from their live show.
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Des Rocs is bringing rock n roll to the people! Here we talk about how the pandemic has allowed him to be as manic as he wants while creating new music and the inspiration behind the Filthy Animals symbol. To see the image he references in the interview, check out The Resistance on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
"I'm not the alternative to anything, I'm the main dish." - Des Rocs
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The Offspring have a new album coming out called "Let The Bad Times Roll" and it's their first in nearly a decade. Dexter & Noodles cover the basics about the new album and we also chat about awkward celebrity interactions, being corrupted by siblings, and how fans impacted the track list for probably the first time ever.
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Neu Mannas introduces us to his most recent project: The Matchstick Skeletons! They are described as a James Brown/Lemmy love child nobody asked for... but what does that mean? Neu can explain that and also let's us know what's coming up for The Matchstick Skeletons now that we have heard their new song "Told Ya So."
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Wisconsin's own Isabel Ritchie (more commonly known as Izzy) plays strings for The Strumbellas. Here she tells us how their new song "Greatest Enemy" came to be, how the band has handled a global pandemic, and how playing shows in Madison can be the most anxiety-inducing for her. P.S. Go Bucks!
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"Heavier and headier" is how Mobley describes some of the themes in his music. Not one to shy away from the tough topics, he talks about what it's like to see an audience dancing to his music and slowly realize what they're singing when he plays "James Crow". Plus, I learned about nagoya and autoharps! New album "Young And Dying In The Occident Supreme" comes out February 19th, 2021.
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The Odnoralov brothers were born in Russia and moved to the US with their family in the 90s when they were just kids. Here we talk about how music, faith, and family helped them find a home here.
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Cameron Boyer stays busy as a band frontman, director, screenplay writer, mental health advocate, and more. We talk new Weathers music, a new web series, and his fondness for actress Emma Mackey. If you see this, Emma, please have your people call his people.
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Culture Wars "Leave Me Alone" can be found on the Grammy-nominated Bill & Ted Face The Music soundtrack! Alex Zoomed in from Sydney to chat about the band's past, present, and future.
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Juno Award winning band, The Dirty Nil, started out by making simple mischief in the woods and are trying to keep rock 'n roll alive with their new album: "F*** Art" or, as it's called on The Resistance, "Fart."
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Left Field Messiah is the new supergroup featuring Steve Bays (of Hot Hot Heat), Jeremy Rozumna (of Fitz & The Tantrums), and Erik Janson (formerly of Wilding). Their chemistry together is undeniable and evident in this interview where they hilariously chat among themselves while Miranda tries to interrupt with questions about their new music.
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"Join us, dreamers!" The band breaks down the meaning behind some of their new songs, their band name, and the importance of artists supporting each other.
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"Healthy mental health isn't that you don't have any voices... but that you have healthy dialogue with the voices." - Alex Hwang, vocalist of Run River North. New song "Lonely Weather" out now and new album "Creatures In Your Head" comes out February 2021!
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What do you get when you have 3 friends from San Diego that share a passion for music & surfing? almost monday and their new EP don’t say you’re ordinary
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From an audience of hundreds to a festival in Europe to chilling with Eddie Van Halen! Jeff Schroeder from Smashing Pumpkins talks about the new album, what it was like to play The Sylvee, and what it's like to go from small venues to the big stage with an established band.
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Butch Vig has a new album called "Divine Accidents" with his group 5 Billion In Diamonds. Who is 5 Billion In Diamonds? What about Garbage? All these questions and more are answered here.
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Caleb and Drew from Friday Pilots Club check in with an update on their new song and pandemic life. Plus, what it's like to be on a video game soundtrack with artists like Bishop Briggs and The Wrecks.
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Jacob Kulick talks about producers influencing the future of alternative music and his personal stories on new album "Yelling In A Quiet Neighborhood"
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Hozier played The Sylvee June 1st, 2019. Before the show he caught up with Miranda about being the "Take Me To Church" guy & how he and the crew have fun on the road... especially in Madison.
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Dallon Weekes makes breakfast for his kids and explains where "Razzmatazz" came from.
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Miranda chats with JJ and Hana about baking, sweat pants, and their new album "The Fight" at the beginning of the pandemic shut downs.
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