Welcome to the Bitter Hearts Podcast! Join Colby and Dave as they listen to songs submitted by you, the listener, and give their thoughts. With genres ranging from Pop-Punk to Brutal Deathcore, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Part radio. Part comedy. Mostly nonsense.
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I know we've been gone for a minute but guess what, we're back baby! This week we are joined by a very special guest COLBY CLARK! Some may remember him as the old host of the show but now he's here to promote his new band Lanterns Last Light. And to add more excitement I am joined by a very special co-host to help me out, Carson Pace of The Callous Daoboys! It was a fun episode, so give it a listen, share around, and tell your homies we are back!
What's crackin' everyone!? We got a fun one for you this week. We talk about band legwear, the best Dimmu Borgir songs to get finger blasted to, and if Pirate Metal fans are as insufferable as Black Metal fans. We also listen to some new tracks from Loyalty To Me, Forked Tongue, Cherie Amour, and passionplay.
This week we decided to have a chill episode and just spend the time catching up, talking nonsense, and just enjoying each other's company. We talk about the Canadian radio station protest, how runes are cool but white people can't be trusted with them, and some other stuff. Enjoy!
On this episode of the show, we sit down for a super fun and a super long chat with Dylan Hyrciuk of Versa Films. Dylan is an award-winning music video director who has worked with such bands as Senses Fail and Spiritbox but today we're talking to him about his upcoming short film "Our Last Day As Kids." We talk about the era of Myspace and its impact on the music community, how wasps are the crowdkillers of the bug world and a whole bunch more. To learn more about the project and to help back it head to the link below!'Our Last Day As Kids' - http://kck.st/3wxEzNbQuit naturally with Füm and use BITTERPOD to save 10% at https://www.breathefum.com/BITTERPOD
In this episode of the show, we sit down and talk with Brandon Alan Lewis of Punkerton Records to talk about their upcoming Hell Is Ohio Festival on June 17th and 18th. We discuss how the label got its start, the stresses that come with putting on a first-time festival, and what the future holds for Hell Is Ohio Fest. To learn more about the festival and to get tickets head to hellisohio.com Quit naturally with Füm and use BITTERPOD to save 10% at https://www.breathefum.com/BITTERPOD
On this episode of the show, we are joined by special guest Gibby from Unsigned Pop Punks Super Awesome Music Video Show Twitch stream. We recruited him for a very special purpose. What purpose? To watch us completely ruin our insides while we do the Paqui One Chip challange! Did it suck? Yes. Does it make good content for radio? Probably not. Would we do it again? No.Quit smoking naturally with FUM and use BITTERPOD to save 10% at https://www.breathefum.com/bitterpodSupport the show: www.patreon.com/bitterheartspod
We've been radio silent the past couple of weeks and for that, we apologize. But hey, we're back! This week we got an awesome interview with Tyler Tate of the band Hollow Front. Dave goes solo on this one and talks to Tyler about the making of their new album "The Price of Dreaming", talk about his preferred gas station cuisine, and goes on at length about Harry Potter. Hope you guys enjoy it!Support The Show: patreon.com/bitterheartspod
Two years and one week later, we're still at it baby! This week we go back to our roots and do what we do best, listen to music and talk shit. In this episode, Dave decides to rant about how it's weird that shows about high schoolers are just filled with butts, tries to defend his hot take tweet about hardcore, and Mike does his best to not call Dave a complete idiot. We also got songs! Songs from Say What You Will, Rose Crest, and Tyrants. Thanks to everyone who has stuck with us this long and hope you continue on with us.Support The Show: www.patreon.com/bitterheartspod
The year of the interview continues. We're a little late with this one but I promise it was worth the wait! This week we sit down with Jon Oliver, admin of one of our favorite meme pages, Albums Of Bikini Bottom! We talk about how the idea to merge album art with Sponge Bob came about, what his workflow is like, and we ask if having to look at Spongebob multiple hours a week has ruined his brain. Enjoy!Support The Show: Patreon.com/bitterheartspod
We took a week off but we are finally back! This week we sit down with Carson Pace of The Callous Daoboys and we couldn't have been more stoked. We talk about their new single, their upcoming record, conspiracies, and you can listen to him stealthily try and eat Hot Cheetos thinking we wouldn't notice. The episode is minimally edited because we felt it fit the vibe of the show so if it's awkward and weird at points, oh well. Thanks for listening and enjoy!Support The Show: patreon.com/bitterheartspod
Another successful interview! This week we sit down with Justin Humenik of the band Cheer Up Dusty to talk about their new single, what they got planned for the future, and get his take on the pressures of being a band in the age of streaming. This was a super fun interview so thank you Justin for being rad!Support The Show: patreon.com/bitterheartspod
Well, look at that. Another interview in the bag. This week we sat down with good friend AJ Dudick of The Migraine Aura and Picnic Casket to talk about what he's been up to. We discuss how the idea to start The Migraine Aura came about, Tony Hawks Pro Skater, and how the whole Dover, NH scene worked in call centers. This is AJ's first-ever podcast interview so give him all your love and support. Support The Show: patreon.com/bitterheartspod
We did it again. Another banger of an episode. Some would say its a vibe. This week we sit down with Bryce Jassmann, guitarist of TRENCH, to talk about their latest EP "Encased In Chrome." As usual, though we go way off course and talk about our love of Star Wars, different beers/drinks we enjoy, and the weather. It was a good time and hope you enjoy it as well. Support the show:patreon.com/bitterheartspod
A little late but we are back with another fun interview! On this episode, we chat with Luke and Dean from one of Dave's favorite bands, Doses!. We talk about how they got their start, the evolution of their songs, and we would be dumb to NOT talk about the $5 hot dog meme. Enjoy! Support the show:patreon.com/bitterheartspod
Welcome back, everyone! This week we sit and chat with Cody Ritchie of one of the best Pop Punk bands right now, GOALKEEPER! We talk about the trials of making music videos as a drummer, recording with some of the best in the league, and Mike and Cody discover they have the same birthday! We even throw in a game because why not. Hope you enjoy the show.Support the show:www.patreon.com/bitterheartspod
We're back with another amazing interview for you guess what!? Mike is back baby and better than ever. This week we sit and chat with Doug Heiser of Coe Hill. We talk about how the project came to be, how he goes about getting the guests he does, and what celebrity cult he would want to join. It was a fun episode and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
We're back with another new episode! This time though, Dave is flying solo! He sits and talks with Ace Rubina from the band Court Order. They talk about the importance of branding your band, the usefulness of Craigslist, and the usual interview questions. This is Daves first solo interview, so be nice and enjoy!
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk to...each other! No interview this week so we use the opportunity to catch up with each other. We talk Dropkick Murphys, listen to a track of Christopher Lee's Christmas album, and Dave forces Mike to listen to the masterpiece that is Ed Sheeran x Bring Me The Horizon collaboration of Bad Habits. Hope you enjoy this relaxed fit episode and we'll be back next week with another interview!
We're back with another awesome interview! On this week's episode, we chat with the voice of Comedy Central himself, Kyle Kinane. He was nice enough to come on in between shows to talk about his roots in punk, the time he was in a jet ski gang, how punk houses are the real start of gentrification, and a whole lot more. Its another long one but definitely worth the listen. Enjoy!
Were back with another awesome interview! On this episode we sit down with Paul and Chris from the Dallas hardcore band Cashing In. We talk about how they formed in its in current form, the difference between hardcore kid and hardcore man, and we play a new game. We had a ton of fun with them and hope you enjoy it also!
We're back with another interview! This time we are sitting down with Billy Butka from the band Sucker Punch (Formerly Nude Shoes) We talk about his unhealthy addiction to collecting guitar gear, the debacle that was the rebrand, and what it takes to make a music video. This episode is a little late due to me having covid and all but better late than never, right?
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we kick the show off with a new track from the homies in BITE DOWN and follow it up with an awesome conversation with Shane Hurst of Adjust The Sails. We talk about Marvel, gas station cats, and sobriety. It was a fun talk and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did making it.
We're back with another amazing interview! This week we talk to Wes Hoffman of Wes Hoffman and Friends and the podcast 314 Punk. We talk about a lot of stuff in this episode. IPAs, the St. Louis punk scene, what it's like being an aging punk in a sea of youngsters, and his new EP coming January 28th! So give it a listen and we hope you enjoy it!
We are back for our first episode of 2022! Join us as we sit down and have a chat with the wonderful Cole Crutchfield of Eastwood, Torture Tomb, and Knocked Loose. We talk about what's going on with all his endeavors, his love of country music, and have just a full on good time. Thank you so much for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Dave talks about a UFO encounter on his drive home, Mike and Dave seeing the same tour in different states and how you shouldn't buy shots of booze at shows, and we wrap up the show by going over our Spotify Wrapped to see just how niche our music taste is (Spoiler: Not Very)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Dave and Mike talk Dune, Thanksgiving, and play a new game called 'Goregrind Band or Gross Shit I Just Made Up.' We also play some killer new tunes from Bitterwood, Sucker Punch, and our good friends from New Hampshire, Duress!
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about Sloth from the Goonies origin story, Mothman, Black Eyed Kids, and how Brass Against peed on that dude. We also listen and review some new tracks from Adjust The Sails, The Future I Dream Of, and Doses. Also, Mike has an offer for you guys that I'm sure you can't refuse so be sure to listen to the end for more on that.
I present to you the worst episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast to date! We didn't want to leave you with nothing, so we scrapped our original idea, figured a solution, and kinda just winged it. We talk about the Travis Scott incident very poorly and praise the new Limp Bizkit highly. Hope you kind of enjoy it and we're sorry.
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about the capital riots and the fool from Iced Earth, we give praise to the band Vella La Vella in a new segment I like to call 'Wholesome Content' and react to an amazing Pixies cover done by some amazing musicians in the scene. We also play the latest song from Among Legends and the newest track from Reality Grip. Enjoy!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Bitterheartspod)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk Marilyn Manson news, how Ed Sheeran wants to start a "Death Metal" band, and an Australian musician goes full ACAB. We also play the new single from Brave New World off their upcoming CD which you can get through their Facebook page and we premier the new single from New Hampshires own Promise Game which you should pre-save here before its release on July 23rd. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk to Kenny Lush! We talk about his latest project Rest Easy and how they formed, recorded, released a 7" on Mutant League Records all in the midst of a global pandemic. We also talk about his wrestling career, pepper in a few Daggermouth questions, and we get his thoughts on Mike's band Cool Parents. This was a really fun episode and I hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did recording it. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about how America's birthday ruined our lives, the best places to find animal bones, and we play Russian Roulette with your songs! Thanks to everyone who submitted to our playlists, Pop Punk Goodness and Fight Riffs, because we got some serious bangers on here. Songs from Flames Of Betrayal, All Along, Chadhel, Leachate, Eyez Wide Shut, Surviving December, and Itiswhatitis. This was a lot of fun, so if you're in a band and want to submit a song, hit the links above! Also, BUY OUR MERCH! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
We talk to the winners of our Target Parking Lot Battle Of The Bands, Raised By Wolves, on this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast! We discuss their beginnings, their thoughts on singles vs full-lengths, and their inspirations. Sorry in advance for my audio quality!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about the disaster that was our attempt at interviewing Raised By Wolves and how we can do better. We also discuss some music news including Triviums Matt Heafys twitch revenue VS Triviums stream revenue, Dee Sniders 'Family Feud' win, and we play a song of each side of the new Say What You Will x Raised By Wolves split! Enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we read spooky tales from the road! Bands submitted their paranormal, strange, and downright spooky stories they've experienced while on tour, playing a show, and at practice spaces. Stories from Rifflord, the people over at Pleasure Mountain, and Be Good Elliot and we play the latest single from the homies in No Design, No Purpose! Hope you enjoy it!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss John Hinckley Jrs music career, the dude who swung his poop all over Kid Rocks Honky Tonk Rock and Roll Steakhouse and listen to Limp Mizfit. We also assault your ears with some cursed mashups. Ever wonder what Korn and Ginuwine would sound like if they collaborated? Or Elton John and System of A Down? Well, imagine no more. Sorry. We also play the new Rot Away track as a nice little palate cleanser. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
In this episode of the show, we change things up a bit. We talk music news about Florida punk shows, Kurt Cobain's hair, and Marylin Manson. We play our new favorite game "Midwestern Emo Band or Some Shit I Made Up," talk about what we've been up to on our month-long hiatus, and listen to some tunes from Wring Out! and Rose Crest. We hope you enjoy the new show and let us know what you think!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Mike and Dave talk about a future with no more Target parking lot fistfights, what Rick Ta Life is going on about, and what the future of the podcast holds. Be sure to stick around until the end of the episode to hear what we got planned for you guys! We also got some really fun tunes from Cashing In, Knavery, North131, Dumb Bats, and The Camel City Blackouts. Enjoy!Also, Dave has a new short-form podcast debuting soon! Follow The Five Minute Rule on Facebook and Instagram!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
It's 4/20 baby! Do you know what that means? It's the one-year anniversary of Cool Parents full-length album 'Who Cares?' On this episode, we sit down and play some of our favorite tracks off the album that we think you'll really dig. And since Mike is in the band, he fills us in on some of the different aspects of the band, the writing process, and of course his wonderful backing vocals. This album is a certified banger so if you like what you hear, be sure to give them a follow and buy a record at the links below!Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.Check out their podcast: Cool Parents Podcast.You can buy the album digitally or on 12" through their Bandcamp.Snag a tape of the album in white or purple over on the Bitter Hearts Records store. Play on repeat over on their Spotify.Recorded at The Noise Floor in Dover, NH.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Mike gets a lovely compliment from the Cashing In guys, we discuss how Elon Musk and Kevin Durand are ghoulish-looking men, and rerecord the intro while half in the bag! We also got some amazing tracks from Freeze MF, Below The Neck, Coe Hill ft. Tigerwine, Daywalker, and Severed Illusions. Enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss Easter egg hunts, how amazing of an actor John C Reily is, and have to rerecord the intro about 5 times. So if we sound drunker in the beginning and then sober up after the first song, now you know why. We also got some killer tracks from Late Nite Wars, TYRANTS, Rose Crest, Bitterwood, and Mike's band Cool Parents! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Dave goes HARD on the screwdrivers and tells us what he really feels about Joe Rogan, our excitement for the new Space Jam movie, and how you all should definitely buy the new Hell Can Wait tapes. We also got some killer tracks from NASMA, Brave New World, Pathogen, Stitched, and Loose Ends! Be sure to stick around until the end to hear a new tune from Hell Can Wait exclusively on the Bitter Hearts Podcast.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss how good Randy Newman is, my trip to a cool little oddities shop called Little Devils Curiosities (Which I accidentally called Little Devils Creations, sorry!) and we discuss our venture into video that didn't actually record so...We also got killer tracks from Cannula, IRRITA, 20 Something, Possession1981, and Almost Made The Mixtape. Enjoy the audio only!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we go full Pop Punk! The weather's getting nicer so it's time to get that PMA back from seasonal depression and have some fun. We talk tattoos, why everyone's printing on Carhart, and we keep things super posi! We also got some bangners submitted to us from A Few Too Many, Moore Ave Underground, Aim High, Down And Out, and For The Legion. Enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about the backlog of movies we need to catch up on watching, how my house is definitely haunted, and how Mike regrets his dry march pledge. We also got killer tracks from Bad Acid Trip, Bad Move, Trauma Lanes, Cashing In, and Keep Flying. So crack open a cold one and enjoy. Unless you're driving. Pullover first at least. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss retail fistfights, breakfast for dinner, and if your dad is gonna fight someone to defend your honor, you need to make sure he can fight first. We also got some killer tracks from Depravity, Court Order, X Regressions X, Reality Grip, and the homie Interiors. Also, be sure to check out Jesse from Reality Grips podcast Trench Bros Podcast for even more goofy dudes drinking beers and listening hardcore. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss Antonio Banderas, we see another orb in Mike's room and we struggle to start the show. We also got some decent tunes for you this week! Tracks from The Drowned God, Crossed Out, CaveKiller, and returning champs Agent Mulder not only let us play their newest single, but also let us premiere another new song! So stick around till the end for that and as always, enjoy!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk about how ALL Y'ALL MOTHER FUCKERS NEED TO APOLOGIZE TO MORBID, 3D Doritos, and how all our friends want to be haunted. We also got some killer tunes from The Cost of Living, Pieced Up, Rakefire, Kewpid, and the premiere of Earn Your Scars new single 'This Time Is Mine' of their upcoming EP which you can preorder here! Enjoy. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we discuss how everyone who went to the Super Bowl will now die of Covid, how New England does hardcore better than anywhere else (sorry), and just general show stuff. We also got tunes from BAD IDEALS, Agent Mulder, Royal Hearts, Ghost Fame, and Last Light. We dig this episode and we hope you do too!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, we talk horse gas masks, BBQ sauce scented candles, and ask you guys to weigh in on our long sleeves VS crewneck conundrum. We also got some killer songs from Hell Can Wait, Near Dark, Trauma Lanes, Musket Hawk, and Darker Days. We go a little off the rails so I hope you guys enjoy it!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)
On this episode of the Bitter Hearts Podcast, Mike and Dave discuss Philly hot spot The Tin Can, Converges new venture into being an internet service provider, and how shitty it must be to have the band name ISIS. We also got some amazing tracks from Roan Mountain Choir, Crooked Little Sons, Fangs, Say What You Will, and Rest Easy. Enjoy!Preorder Rest Easy "Sick Day EP" over at Mutant League RecordsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/Bitterheartspodcast)