Statusfear Podcast

Episode 014 of the Statusfear Podcast is part two of my conversation with Jeremy Tappero. We talk about the Soul Asylum tour that was cut short and releasing a record in the midst of a global pandemic. We also talk about his time playing in bands such as The Jealous Sound, Mineral, & And We Danced. The second half of our conversation focuses on making records, watching Butch Vig in the studio as a kid, and partnering on a new record with Jonah Matranga. Jeremy’s unique experiences in music run from childhood through today, and this episode is filled with great stories. Check out Soul Asylum's new record "Hurry Up And Wait" out now on Blue Elan Records. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly endorses Electro-Voice microphones.

Episode 013 of the Statusfear Podcast features Jeremy Schaeffer. Jeremy is the vocalist & songwriter for the band Earth Groans, and also runs the recording studio All Poetic Audio in Scotland, South Dakota. We discuss the history of the band, from touring to making a series of EPs to how things feel as a touring band in the current state of the world. We also get into his process of making records at the studio. Give this episode a listen, as Jeremy is one of the hardest working and nicest guys I know. And be sure to check out Earth Groans’ ambitious new EP, Prettiest Of Things, out now on Solid State Records. Thanks for listening. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly endorses Electro-Voice microphones.

Episode 012 of the Statusfear Podcast features my friend Nathan Richardson, guitarist for the band Salt Creek and owner of Relentless Merch in Lincoln, Nebraska. We talk about the beginning of the band, touring as an independent band, and the making of their most recent EP “If You Were There”. We also talk about the many roles he plays in a successful creative business, Relentless Merch, creating and printing merchandise for bands and businesses of all kinds. They’re currently doing great work supporting and fundraising for small businesses in their community and beyond. Thanks for listening. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones.

I originally met Jeremy Tappero as the singer & guitarist for Attention, a band I was a big fan of and that I was excited to get to start working with. Over the past 15 years, we’ve gotten to work on records together for his own bands and bands he’s made records for, we’ve toured together, and we’ve been great friends. In this episode, we dig into his upbringing and getting into music, playing in bands such as The Gloria Record, The Stereo, and Animal Chin, and then into the history of his longtime band Attention. We go through their entire discography, and the stories that go along with each record from recording to touring. Jeremy is currently out on the road playing bass in Soul Asylum through February and March. Check out a show if the tour comes to your area, and say hi to Jeremy if you’re there. Once he gets back from tour, we will have part two of our conversation covering the studio side, and talk about making records, as well as his time in bands such as Gratitude and And We Danced, and touring with the likes of The Jealous Sound and Mineral. Thanks for listening. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones.

I remember buying Far’s “Water & Solutions” in 1998 and being captivated by the voice I heard. This record helped me understand the different directions my musical tastes could go, and a voice that could take me so many different places. More than twenty years later, I still listen to it regularly. Throughout that time, I’ve remained a huge fan of all his work, we’ve worked on creative projects together, and I’ve been able to call Jonah a friend. We caught up recently to talk about the past two decades of his work. We dig into the origins of Far and the making of “Water & Solutions”, onelinedrawing and his solo career, the Gratitude record, the "Water & Solutions" 20th Anniversary Tour, and so much more. Thanks for listening.

Episode 009 of the Statusfear Podcast features Oh, Sleeper vocalist Micah Kinard. Oh, Sleeper just released an incredible new album “Bloodied / Unbowed” on Solid State Records. We go back to when we first met over a decade ago, the history of the band, and coming back from a long hiatus to put out this new album. We also talk about realizing dreams coming true as a musician, and the deep and special connection with fans and how they relate to the band’s music. Guitarist/vocalist Shane Blay joins us at the end to talk about favorite songs on the album, and how they relate to where the band is at. “Bloodied / Unbowed” is one of the best records of the year so be sure to check it out along with the podcast! | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by The Garage in Burnsville, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 008 of the Statusfear Podcast features Jason Douglas, vocalist / guitarist / songwriter for the Minneapolis rock band Lake Avenue. We discuss Jason moving to the Twin Cities and meeting the band and go through the making of their first few releases. We also discuss their brand new full-length record “Hell Or High Expectations” which is out April 5, 2019! | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 007 of the Statusfear Podcast features a special guest, my great friend Kenny Cummer. Kenny has worked in various areas of the music industry such as radio, touring, merchandising and more. We look back at his time on the road with Index Case and Destrophy, and making the move from Des Moines to Minneapolis to buy a screen printing company. With Kenny now back in Iowa with his family, it was great to spend some time with them last week and catch up on old stories! | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 006 of the Statusfear Podcast features Trevor Sweeney. Trevor is a touring photographer and videographer who has been on the road with bands such as Spite, Household, and The Acacia Strain. We first met when I sent him out to work with Reaping Asmodeia on the Metal Alliance Tour, so we look back on those early days as well as all the tours since then. We talk about life and work on the road, balancing that with work when not on tour, and the shift into making music videos. | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 005 of the Statusfear Podcast is with Graham Gardner. Graham is an incredibly talented photographer and visual artist. We talk about how he got his start in Iowa, the move to Minneapolis and into full-time freelance, the "I always have my camera with me" story of photographing Taking Back Sunday's Adam Lazzara, and even the roundabout story of how we met. For a couple of guys who just met a few years ago, we should have been friends long before. | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 004 of the Statusfear Podcast features drummer Ryan Berrier of the band Green Death from Des Moines, IA. From house shows to overseas festivals, we go back in time through Ryan’s history with notable Iowa bands Marcato, Destrophy, and Index Case, as well as playing in a project with Slipknot’s Corey Taylor. We also get into Ryan’s current band Green Death, and their monster new release “Hallowmass”, partnering with Megadeth bassist David Ellefson on the recently resurrected, iconic metal label Combat Records. | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones.

Episode 003 is part two of my talk with musician Eric Malmberg. We discuss the transition from previous bands into making his debut solo record, Now & Forever, and the inspiration behind it. We discuss our favorite Pearl Jam & Deftones albums, as well as each of our top hair bands of all time. | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones

Episode 002 is part one of my talk with musician Eric Malmberg, who also happens to be one of my oldest and best friends. We’ve gotten to work on a lot together over the years, so we get into stories from Eric’s band history, specifically Secretly Drowning, Dayfeed, and Attention, and discuss navigating band life, making records, and touring. Episode 003 will follow next week with more from Eric. | This episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN. | The Statusfear Podcast proudly uses Electro-Voice microphones.

On the debut episode of the Statusfear Podcast, I talk with longtime friend Matt Stein. Matt plays drums in Milwaukee-based metal band Drown The Lifeguard and hosts the The Podcast Of Terror, a weekly horror movie podcast. We take a deep dive into our musical history together, our friendship over the years, and our favorite Metallica records.Pick up Drown The Lifeguard's EP "Electing Parasites" here:http://drownthelifeguard.bandcamp.comThis episode of the Statusfear Podcast is brought to you by RiverRock Studios in Minneapolis, MN.