This is Just a Phase

Welcome to the bonus content where I continue to chat w/ Martin Dunn, vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist of the band Less Than Expected. We chat more about their new album “Time Enough at Last” and discuss the concept behind it. We also play some songs as we analyze the album track-by-track. Hope you enjoy. +++ song included in this episode are from “Time Enough at Last” and are: “Tuning In,” “View Askew,” “Little Miss,” “Erotomania,” and “Plot Device.” - used with permission from Martin and the band.+++

On this episode I have the joyous experience of sitting down and chatting w/ my good friends Martin and Matt of the Ohio sludge punk band Less Than Expected. We chat about their long awaited brand new second album “Time Enough at Last.” We also chat about Martin discovering Homeless Gospel Choir and starting LTE as a solo acoustic outlet, Martin doing graphic design and comic art, moving up from Florida and life after Kimota Bombs, how Hunter and Dan joined the band, the importance and influence of past members, PunkHouse Records, dealing with mental health issues, and they share some funny stories along the way. So sit back and get fuzzed out w/ this episode of TIJAP. +++ (songs featured by LTE are: “Indolence,” “Eternal Sunshine,” “Astro-Draugr*,” “FauxCD,” “Animal House (acoustic version,)” and “Bipolar Opposites.” - songs used w/ permission from band. * appears courtesy of “The Ragnarawk Soundtrack.)+++

On this rad episode I get the honor of sitting down w/ all four members of Washington, DC punk band Curse Words. We chat about the formation the band nearly 10 years ago, their career up to this point, and bringing Nicole into the fold in 2021. We also discuss their latest album “It Was the Cursed of Times” (out now through Allegedly Records,) their influences, giving the band a fuller sound, the reasoning for concept albums, and so much more. So sit back and get apocalyptic w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (sounds included in this episode from Curse Words are: “Fist Fight Father Time,” “404,” “Future Bones,” “Igneous,” and “The Morning Sun Has Vanquished the Horrible Night.” - used w/ permission from the band.) ***

I took the podcast on the road (and by the road I mean 7 minutes down the road) to Mom's Basement Fest and had the pleasure of chatting with all 3 members of the NYC pop punk band The Lousekateers, El Chivo, DANIMAL, and GingerVal. We chat about the making of their brand new album MANDEMIC, out now, as well as their career and influences. We also chat about writing about politics without being a political band, having the opportunity to play Mom's Basement Fest, their favorite songs to play, and so much more! I play a lot of tracks on here because the band was generous w/ their files and because I think the interview lead us to play more (so added bonus for you listeners!) So, please sit back and enjoy this rare live interview from TIJAP! *** (songs included in this episode are new and old ones: “Bubble,” “FTSC,” “Fanny Pack,” “Cockatiel Boy,” “Johnny Danger,” “Bonorrhea,” “On Fire,” and “The Silence.” - all used w/ permission from the Lousekateers.)***

On this really fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting with Gerry LaFemina, frontman of the Maryland punk band The Downstrokes and creator of the Savage Mountain Punk Fest and Arts Program. We chat about his band and their new album “This Close to Vertigo” (being released on 9/29/23 on CD, Vinyl, and Digital through a joint partnership from Allegedly Records and Coffin Curse Records,) along with the grant they received from the Maryland State Arts Council to help finance it, as well as their free release party the same day. We also chat about our mutual friends Bree Meyer, Jay Prozac, Mike Billup, and others, when our favorite music become elevator music and music featured in commercials, trying to play music and do a festival in the current climate of punk rock in the digital age, bands that have played the Savage Mountain Fest stage, and lots more. So sit back and enjoy this wonderful episode of TIJAP! *** (tracks played from the soon to be released The Downstrokes album “This Close to Vertigo” include: “Kaput,” “Moral Dilemma,” “UFO Baby,” and “She.” - used with permission.)***

On this fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Tyler Adams (not THAT other Tyler Adams) from the Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada pop punk band The Follow Ups. We chat about the band, their partnership with Cellar Dwellers and Mom's Basement Records, the formation of the band, moving from Ontario to New Brunswick, and the band's plan on a new full length coming later this year. We also discuss his podcast, The Positive Punker, and talk about mental health, within the scene and individually, and the power of healing, plus what influenced him early on, and looking forward to punk and the next generation, physical releases vs. streaming, and working w/ Nick Spoon and Lesser Creatures. So get off your ass and dontcha miss out on this episode of TIJAP! *** [tracks by The Follow Ups: debut exclusive “Not Alone,” “Hey Yo (Ballad of Razor Ramon),” “Crystal Lake,” and “Love Letters to the Black Lagoon.” - used w/ permission.] ***

On this absolute blast of an episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Vinny Marone, brainchild of the awesome Philadelphia-area punk band LOUD LOVE. We chat about starting the project as a way to cope during the pandemic and as a way to work w/ people he admired, using the band as a way to convey his variety of influences, our shared love of TwentyOne Pilots, and the way we can connect with our children through music. We also converse about LOUD LOVE's new EP “The Price of Addiction,” the difficulty of maintaining the drive to play music and THAT unglamorous side of punk rock, the huge influence of Sublime on him and the genesis of their cover of “Same in the End,” and so much more. So sit back and enjoy a great conversation w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs played in this episode by LOUD LOVE are the tracks “Just Fine,” “Hold Fast,” “Eternity's Fire,” “Issues,” “Croaked,” and their cover of “Same in the End.” Used w/ their permission.)***

On this engaging interview I sit down with Steve Cee from the Tampa, Florida punk band RATH and the Wise Guys for a second time. We chat about his band's recent Midwest/East Coast tour, their live split release w/ the Cutoffs, and their EP “In the Mirror.” We also talk about the positive vibe the band carries with them, wanting to reach as many people through their music, Florida being the Butthole of America (LOL, just joking people,) and much, much, more! So sit back and have a good time with this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs by RATH and the Wise Guys include: “Paradise,” “Anarchy United - Live,” “Stiffed,” “Nose Candy - Live,” and “Feel Something - Live.” All used with permission.)***

On this insightful episode I sit down and chat with Will West, vocalist and guitarist for the Baltimore power-skate punk band Paperback Tragedy. We chat about the return of all-ages show, growing older in the punk scene, his son following his footsteps into the scene, and the formation of the band. We also chat about PT getting attention in Japan despite never playing there, taking a break and forming Clockbreaker, how the pandemic stopped their stride after reforming, their work w/ Allegedly Records, plus lots of talk about their brand new album”8!” coming out Friday July 14th through Allegedly Records. So sit back and become a coastal warrior w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (exclusive track from the new album “8!” opens the episode and it's called “Nothing at All,” then “Smile On” from the new album, “Sticks and Stones” from “Ba Ba Twooshe,” “Divided” from “Threeshe!,” and “We All Die” from “8!” as well. Please enjoy!) ***

On this extremely fun episode one of my best buddies comes back for a 4th time, Nick Spoon from Lesser Creatures. He came back to promote their split w/ The Hawaiians, due out 7/08 via Last Exit Records in EU and Mom's Basement Records in the US. But just like the previous 3 times the conversation derails into us clowning on each other, making each other laugh, and just genuinely having a good time. We cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time, and we do get to topics such as writing songs quick and not overthinking, getting to work w/ Joe Queer, what his wife thinks about him writing songs about himself, and much more. Please enjoy this very fun and loose episode of TIJAP! *** (songs included in this episode are Lesser Creatures songs from the soon to be released split w/ The Hawaiians: “Brains on Toast,” “Knew It All Along,” “My World, & “Back to Meppen. - used w/ permission.)***

On this blast of an episode I sit down and chat w/ Jason Baygood and Nathan McDougall of the Chicago pop punk/power pop band Space Age Zeros. We chat about how they formed, how they hooked up with Nick No from Ramonescore Radio/Wellsville Records, how they blend all their influences, and how the scene thrives in the digital age of streaming and social media. There's also plenty of Screeching Weasel, Dan Vapid, J Prozac/ The Prozacs, Descendents/ ALL, and Anti-Flag talk, and much, much more! So sit back and take off w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (enjoy all four songs from SAZ's debut EP “Blasting Off” in this episode: “On a Date w/ Suzi Moon,” “Ali w/ an Eye,” “Dead Inside,” and “Wishing Well.” - used w/ permission.) ***

On this fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with August, guitarist and vocalist of the Chicago-based pop punk band Goodbye Sunshine. We chat about forming the band, writing light-hearted and short songs, how he got into punk rock through his sister, recording w/ Joe Queer, teaming up w/ Larry Parker and River Monster Records, and working on their new EP, “People Will Like You When You Stop Being Yourself.” We also talk about his upcoming trips to Wisconsin and Las Vegas, playing w/ the Repellents, recording of Goodbye Sunshine's debut EP “Keep Failing, You're Doing Great,” the over saturation of the Chicago scene, and playing outside of the city more. The conversation also discusses working w/ Little Lost Girl Media, playing the T1 Fest in Chicago, and their upcoming shows for the rest of the year. So sit back and get down w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs by Goodbye Sunshine included in this episode are: “Hide and Seek,” “Smokestacks,” “Plugger,” and “Timber, I'm Falling in Love.” - used w/ permission.) ***

On this deep and insightful episode I get the honor of chatting with folk artist Tim Nave, or The Artist Known as Tim. We chat about his roots in the Appalachian region of Tennessee, growing up in the church and it's strict guidelines, how he discovered music from his dad's hidden cassette tapes, & eventually discovering punk and playing in bands. We also discuss recording and playing on his own, after a ten year hiatus, his relationship w/ Katzulhu Productions, coming to terms with his upbringing, his relationship w/ his parents, religion in general, and most importantly how to heal himself and others w/ the power of music. This was a really powerful interview and I hope you really enjoy the feel and overall message. So sit back, grab some Tennessee whiskey, and enjoy this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included from Tim are: “Boomerang,” “Praying for Rain,” “Bitter as Hell,” and “Life's Not Fair.” Used w/ permission.)***

On this hilarious and fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with Pittsburgh Ramonescore/pop punk band Rocky Dennis Face. We chat about how I got into the band, how they started, their influences, and their place in their local scene. We also discuss their debut self-titled full length, how their cover EP “Not Too Hard, Not too Soft” came to be, and their co-headlining shows w/ The Prozacs in Pittsburgh and Youngstown, OH on March 31st and April 1st. So kick back and have a good time w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** [songs included in this episode are songs not found on their studio releases, forcing you to check out their discography because they're rad and you need to check them out: a TIJAP exclusive of their brand new song “Two Beers,” “Who Killed Jon Benet?”(from a vinyl sampler,) “Transylvania-a-Go Go,” “Jet Fighter” (on the This is Just a Record Label Digital Comp,) and a cover of “Closer to Free” (found on Project 1996.) Pretty rad tracks that I'm glad are getting heard! Enjoy!]***

On this fun episode I get the absolutely pleasure of having J Prozac back on the podcast for a 4th time! The Prozacs frontman and solo performer came back on and chatted about work on his 3rd solo record, the future of the Prozacs, and finding the balance between the two projects. We also chat about him getting ready to play Pittsburgh and Youngstown for the first time since 2007, the future in general, and so much more. So sit and get therapeutical w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (tracks featured by J. Prozac/The Prozacs are: “Rocking Out,” “Give Me the Prozac,” “Building Blocks, “Everyday After Day,” “No Matter.” - used w/ permission.)***

On this exciting episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with one of my good buddies, Dave Strong, solo artist and former member of The Pinheads and The Guts. We chat about getting into music and forming The Pinheads w/Nate Doyle, his time in The Guts and playing with the likes of Geoff Palmer, Wimpy Rutherford, and Brad Marino, and taking another swing at playing musIc. We also chat about giving back to the scene, his debut solo album (in conjunction w/ Phameless Records for the vinyl release, and This is Just a Record Label for CD and cassettes,) the thoughts and process going into it, blending pop punk and rockabilly, us working together, and so much more! So sit back and catch the buzz surrounding this episode of TIJAP! *** (featuring songs from Dave's debut Self-Titled full length: “It's Alright,” “Little Girl,” “I Still Think of You,” and “Nights in Jail.” Used w/ permission through This is Just a Record Label/Phameless Records.)***

In this episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with the incredible Miski Dee Rodriguez of the amazingly cool punk band City Mouse. We chat about her moving across the country to start the band, the early years, her influences, and writing style. We also wax nostalgic over 90s music, excitement for her upcoming tour (w/ a stop in Youngstown,) preparation for the release of the “Magnitude” EP and her upcoming full length (both coming out on the California based label It's Alive,) and so much more! So sit back and enjoy the return of this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs by City Mouse included in this episode are: “Sweet Heat,” “Exorcise,” “Dumb, Dumb, Dumb,” Bullets, and “Back Issues.” Used w/ permission.)***

On this kid friendly episode I get the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Andy and Ryan of the Toledo, OH area punk band LameAss Dads. This conversation covers a lot of ground, like discussing the origins of the band, being fathers and how that blends into the lyrical content, their debut album “Greetings from Nowhere, OH,” influences, and their partnership w/ the Columbus-based label Punkerton Records. I also discuss some of my favorite lyrics w/ the guys, we chat about topics that reflect the album in general, and so much more. So sit back and rock the dad bod with this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included by LameAssDads are: “Nowhere, Ohio,” “Shoeless in a Snowstorm,” “Bury Your Idols,” “Days Pass By,” and “I'm On My Way.” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's here, whether or not you asked for it. An episode where the tables have turned and YOU, past guests and fans are asking me questions for a change! I do my best by answering all the fun, insightful, and humorous questions and I even play some cool tracks in between. This is the last episode of the season and I wanted this to be something fun and completely different! Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays and Happy New Years to all of you from TIJAP! *** (music from bands such as: The Chipmunks, The Plaid Disasters, United Defiance, Descendents, The Shanks, Gatlin, J Prozac, Noodle Brain, The Distractions, and The Sneaky Heat Missiles, as well as a bonus track. Used w/ permission. Mostly.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this fun, relaxing episode I get the pleasure of sitting down w/ Amy Brady Morris of Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Ska Box, Beyond the Pit, and Scene to Shining Scene. We chat about her growing up in Northern California, getting married young, how she got exposed to punk by her husband, realizing she could have a life outside of kids as they got older, and her eventual partnership w/ Bree and Chris at Allegedly. We also chat about her partnerships with Ska Box and Punk Box, the always fun weather conversation, as well as trying to juggle it all. So sit back and enjoy this chill episode of TIJAP! ***(songs from Allegedly Records include: Idleminds - “Brick By Brick,” Last Point - “Unfinished Business,” Amuse - “Help Me Out,” Amy Gabba and the Almost Famous - “Revolution,” and Personal Crisis - “Friends from the End.” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I sit down and chat w/ members of the South Bend, IN band The Distractions. We discuss the process of making their latest Self-Titled album, as well as what led to the formation of the band, their influences and how they got into punk. We also chat about how the local scene is recovering after the shutdown, their previous bands and how they helped shape them as individuals, and how the band is now moving forward. So sit back and get distracted by this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs by The Distractions include: “Distracted,” “I Know,” “In Stereo,” “Hypocrite,” “21 Questions,” and bonus track “Hate Me.” - all used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this fun episode I get to sit down and chat w/ Joe and Nick from the Baltimore, MD punk/power pop band TV Thief. We chat about their brand new EP “Victory Lap,” influences, recording themselves with a home studio, the members playing w/ other bands, the Baltimore scene in general, and Nick's ordeal trying to learn drums in his school band. Nick also shares a funny story about a band breaking up live on stage, the complexity of staying digital vs. selling physical copies, and so much more w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included in this episode from TV Thief: “Night After Night,” “I Don't Like You (alt vs,)” Mouth Full of Birthday,” “I Just Wanna Go Home,” “Shit Simple Things, and “I Don't Like You (Victory Lap vs.)” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this unbelievable episode I get to sit down and chat w/ Rob Huddleston, vocalist and guitarist of legendary Virginia punk band Ann Beretta, and Scott Pasch, owner of DCxPC. We chat about how the two joined forces for the release of the live album “Like a Riot!” I fan boy a little bit on this episode because I've been a fan of Ann Beretta ever since I heard them on a Lookout! Records comp back in ‘99 and quickly bought their second full length “To All Our Fallen Heroes.” We chat about the band, Scott's label, influences, Ann Beretta fitting in on Fueled By Ramen and Lookout!, recording live and what goes into it, scene gatekeeping, the importance of having the connection w/ the fans, and so much more on this fun and insightful episode of TIJAP! *** (live tracks included from Ann Beretta are: “Haywire,” “Lipstick & Makeup,” “Bottlecaps,” and “Wild, Young, & Free.” All used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this chill episode I sit down and chat w/ Larry Parker, owner of River Monster Records. We chat about a slew of things including record labels and the different recording formats, how he started the label, and how he got into punk and other music while growing up on a Air Force Base. We also chat about several of his bands, his plans moving the label forward, how we've dealt w/ obstacles, and so much more. So sit back and relax w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (music included in this episode: Goodbye Sunshine - “You Don't Know,” No Pants Maurice - “Royale with Cheese,” Billy Bats and the Made Men - “Any Other Way,” Longshot Odds - “That Guy,” Lot Lizards - “Doomsday Kegger,” and Soda City Riot - “Resist and Refuse. All used w/ permission from River Monster Records.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this fun, spastic, and palette cleansing episode, I sit down and bullshit w/ one of my favorite people on this planet, Athena Athens of Little Lost Girl Media and the Wasting Time w/ Athena Athens podcast. This is her second time on the podcast and it's been long way overdue! We chat about guests that have been featured on her podcast, her original idea for it, and what's in the works for LLG moving forward. We also talk S'Barro's pizza, being too broke to buy friend's label releases, and Retro the dog. There's also plenty of Green Day and tattoo talk too, and so much more w/ this funtastical episode of TIJAP! *** (songs included w/ episode are: John Ramone (of The Биты) - “Athena Athens Don't Be Sad,” Sweatpants Party - “Elevator,” Mantis Watch - “Planet Unicorn,” The Mercy Fuqks - “I'm Garbage,” and Bicheros - “Comb Over.” • Used w/ Permission by LLG Media / Kevin Aper) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this cool episode I sit down and chat w/ Joe, Josh, and Matt - members of the Columbus, OH area pop punk band The Plan Bs. We bullshit about the band forming, the Columbus / Dayton scenes overall, and us joining forces to put out their debut EP “Catch a Break” (out now on CD and digital through This is Just a Record Label.) We also chat about the origin of their name, influences, rotating drummers like Spinal Tap, and so much more. So sit back and relax with this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs from The Plan Bs included in this episode are: “Everyday Thing,” “Off the Edge, “Scrapbook of Scars,” and “Parachutes.” Used w/ permission by the band.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this extremely fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down w/ Ron and Matt from the incredible punk interview podcast Our Brains Hurt. I've been a fan of this podcast and of these guys since they first launched in late 2020. We chat about the podcast and how it came to be, getting the Jasons to do their theme song, and how their local scenes are bouncing back from the pandemic. We also share funny stories, talk a little sports, and so much more! This was a really fun and humorous conversation that could have went so much longer. They'll def be a part 2 in the near future, but for now get some relief with this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs included in this episode are: “OBH Theme,” The Plan Bs - “Everyday Thing,” The Alements - “Rite to Hate,” NOFX - “Bob,” and Savage Remains - “Marie Laveau.” Mostly used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this fantastic episode I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Mike Patton of the bands Vista Blue, The Loblaws, The Robinsons, and of The Radiant Radish radio program, After Hours Horror Podcast w/ John Galvin of Kelsey Badgrammer, and The Snow in Southtown Podcast. We chat about his band Vista Blue and their new album “Stay Gold” (released September 1st on Radiant Radish Records and Outloud Records.) We talk about the origin of the band's name and the early years of baseball themed songs, and gradually writing about different themes such as Olympic Curling, Horror based songs, seasons, A Christmas Story, and more- thus making the band much more diverse. We also touch on influences, fun stories involving growing up in the New Orleans scene and covering Better Than Ezra, his rude awakening moving to Nashville, our shared love of power pop, Fountains of Wayne, and The Gin Blossoms, as well as an early write up about the band and so much more. So sit back and turn up this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs featured are all from Vista Blue and used w/ permission: “Cherry,” “You're Killing Me Smalls,” “Paul Newman and the Ride Home,” “We Turn it Up,” and “Crystal Lake.)”*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I'm super excited to have Sasha Mereu and Noless from the California Bay-Area punk band United Defiance. We chat about a bunch of things including the beginning and career of the band, Sasha joining and various other lineup changes, their 2021 album “Change the Frequency” and the origin of the title. We also discuss their other careers as magician, visual artist, voice-over actor, and motivational speaker, some super funny stories, and them getting ready for an upcoming tour. So don't miss out on this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs by United Defiance included in this episode: “Running Out of Time,” “Cool Kids Club,” “Empty Advice,” “Sing with Me,” and “We're Not Gonna Take It.” - used with permission from band.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Finally, I'm back with a brand new episode after a three week break. This time I have the absolutely pleasure of sitting down w/ Bree Myers, co-owner of Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Scene to Shining Scene, and the upcoming zine entitled “Beyond the Pit.” We chat about starting the label and her 2 partners Amy and Chris, her growing up in the central PA scene, local venues, deciding to do Punk Box and all it entails, and our mutual involvement in the label collective Scene To Shining Scene. We also chat about being involved in the punk scene at an older age and how giving back to it is so important. So sit back and relax w/ this episode of TIJAP!!! *** (songs in this episode are care of Allegedly Records and include: Amuse - “Telescope,” Amy Gabba & the Almost Famous - “Strangers and Soulmates,” Last Point - “Unfinished Business,” The Skluttz - “Church and State,” Personal Crisis - “Friends from the Beginning,” and City Escape Plan - “Discounted Legacy.” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this hard-hitting episode I get to sit down and chat w/ AJ West of the Youngstown area hardcore band Nervous Aggression. We chat about a slew of things including the career and beginning of the band in East Liverpool, OH, being able to play w/ his brother Blake, him moving to Youngstown and his love of the city, local bands that we both have a real affinity for and venues that we both dig, him briefly living in Columbus during the early part of the pandemic, some funny stories, as well as talk about Nervous Aggression's brand new EP entitled “Friends,” (available on the bands Bandcamp and streaming services August 31st,) as well as the subsequent tour that follows. So sit back and toss a few back w/ this episode of This is Just a Phase! ***(songs featured in this episode are by Nervous Aggression: “Attack/Your Band Sucks,” “Slutshame,” “This Stage is Ours',” and “Rotting Away.” / used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Special radio broadcast style episode featuring information, trivia, and just general stuff I feel like chatting about. Also includes this playlist of the songs featured. Hope you enjoy. PLAYLIST: 01 The Prozacs – “Let's Go” 02 The Radio Buzzkills – “I Want My Records Back” 03 John Denver's Body Double – “Daggers” 04 Flake City – “Dead End City” 05 Wild Sandals – “Queen of the Surf” 06 Atoms – “I'm Pretty Good (at F@*#ing Up)” 07 Idleminds – “Brick By Brick” 08 Noodle Brain – “Things Have Gone to Shit” 09 Vista Blue – “Cherry” 10 Personal Crisis – “Friends from the Beginning” 11 Crooked Cobras – “Darkness” 12 The Distractions – “21 Questions” 13 Amuse – “Help Me Out” 14 Maggie Blitz – “Bigmouth Strikes Back” 15 The Beldons – “About the Way” 16 The Real Sickies – “Doin' My Time w/ You” 17 Paperback Tragedy – “Divided” 18 The Proton Packs – “Continuum” 19 The Jasons – “Jason Goes to Hell” 20 Mantis Watch – “Each Other's Butlers” 21 Drifting Thing – “Maybe I'll Catch Fire” 22 Modern Angst – “Mass Hysteria” 23 Dave Strong – “Little Girl” 24 City Escape Artist – “Discounted Legacy” 25 The Shanks – “Body” 26 Human Animal – “Bastards of the North” 27 Last Point – “Unfinished Business” 28 Heck Vektor – “Doin' Time (in the End Times)” 29 NoMatrix – “Fallen” 30 The Pinoles – “Lucille” 31 Vagales – “Despertar” 32 Bored With Fire – “Indiana Harbor” 33 Bullet Finger & the Expirations – “Holy Moses” 34 Lords of the Highway – “Rockabilly Nerd” 35 The Skluttz – “Superhero” 36 Amy Gabba & the Almost Famous – “Revolution” *** (all songs used w/ permission from artists and bands.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“… In the year 2384 the Mantids descended upon the earth. They struck without warning or mercy. Three billion human lives ended that day. They were the fortunate ones. The scattered remnants of the human race were faced with a choice: Live as slaves, or retreat to the shadows. Either meant a brutal and never-ending struggle for survival. In a final act of desperation, 3 brave souls were sent back in time to save humanity. They started a band for some reason.” | On this incredible episode I sit down and chat w/ Carl Geissert of the intergalactic pop punk band Mantis Watch. We chat about starting up the band, what influenced him growing up, the storyboard and ethos of the band itself, and possibly a Mantis Watch comic book. We also chat about pop punk songwriting and the complexity of writing outside the typical structure of it, the concept of “Channel 101,” and so much more! So sit back and get transported by this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs included in this episode are: Mantis Watch - “Doctor Asshole,” The Hollywood Blondes - “Back & Forth,” Mantis Watch - “Kittenless Future,” Mantis Watch - “Each Other's Butlers,” Mantis Watch - “Call Me Cobra,” and Mantis Watch - “Robot Bastard.”)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this exciting episode I get to sit down and have a wonderful conversation w/ Ramonescore Brigade co-founder and Tarleks bassist Ken Painter. We chat about coming up w/ the idea of creating the Ramonescore Brigade series of albums (Volume 2 to be released this Friday, June 17th,) getting exposed to new bands during the process, getting into punk rock in Vancouver, BC, his early bands and forming Tarleks, him helping w/ the releases of A Gutter Pop Christmas and Punk 101 compilations, and so much more. So sit back, and let it all add up w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** [songs included are: Mighty Goose - “I Don't Care” (from Vol. II,) Fil McRacken & the Hens - “Great Eggspectations” (from Vol. I,) Tarleks - “Like a Calf Not a Cow” (from Vol. II,) The Priceduifkes - “Send It (from Vol. II,) The Barbecuties - “Wearing Thin” (Vol. I)]*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I'm excited to have punk rock author Greg Slawson on the show. We chat about his book “Punk Rock (Trivia) Rules OK!” and coming up with questions and where he found his inspiration. We also discuss growing up in western MASS, his time going to college in Cleveland and DJing at Case Western, his job as a high school teacher, some of his favorite questions, and his work on a future book as well. So sit back and get more intelligent w/ this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs included are ones by The Prozacs, Black Flag, The Clash, Rancid, and NOFX.) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this fun episode I sit down w/ Kemp and Mike from the Bogota, Colombia band One Reason to Rise to discuss their career as a band and their upcoming EP entitled “City Lights” that is getting released in June. We also chat about about forming 1R2R from the ashes off their previous band Defy, naming the first record that as well, their covers EP, growing up and getting into punk rock in Colombia, their influences ranging from Ska to metal to skate punk, as well as funny stories and much more. So sit back, pop open a can, and check out this new episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included by 1R2R are the following: “Don't Let Me Go,” “Turn Back Time,” “I Believe,” “Everything's Wrong,” and I'm Still Standing.”) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this exciting episode I sit down and chat w/ Drew Safari, 1/2 of the Chicago pop punk group Noodle Brain (which also features Eddie from The Kobanes and The Mitochondriacs.) We chat about coming up w/ the band out of necessity to save songs after his bands dilution, first getting into pop punk, and being influenced by his dad's music collection. We also talk about writing lyrics, his releases: the “Self-Titled” EP and his full length “Bored to Death,” his relationship w/ Grim Deeds and Laptop Punk Records, filling in on guitar w/ Sex Dream, new music coming up soon, and so much more! So sit back and dive into this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs by Noodle Brain featured: “All in Your Head,” “A Lazy Sunday,” “The Sun Will Shine on You,” “She's a Psychopath,” and “Can't Stand You.” Used with permission.) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I have the pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Brandon Alan Lewis, promoter for Hell is Ohio, owner of Punkerton Records, and curator of Hell is Ohio Fest. We chat about growing up in Paris, TX, moves to North Carolina and Ohio, and his inspiration for Hell is Ohio. We also chat about the Columbus, OH music scene in general, bringing back Punkerton Records after nearly 20 years, his recent punk meets metal show, and Hell is Ohio Fest that is taking place next month. So grab a cold one and sit back and listen to this blazing episode of TIJAP! *** (songs featured on this episode are: Prime Directive - “Hell Ride,” Yard Sign - “The Pandemic is Over (But I've Got Nowhere To Go,)” Pretty, Pretty Awful - “Mostly Ghostly,” The Reedy Weeps - “The Birthday Song,” and John Swan - “This Song Brought to You By a Falling Bomb (Thursday cover.)” songs used w/ permission. *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I get the opportunity to chat with all 5 members of the fantastic Youngstown, OH pop punk band Where's Winona Now? We chat about them starting out in 2014, the process of making their debut self-titled full-length and the follow up EP “Vermont,” as well as several lineup changes along the way. We also talk influences, the process of songwriting, the diversity of their local scene, one member showing up super late, the kickass venue ran by bassist Erik called The Wickyards, work on a new album, and so much more. So grab a cold drink, settle yourself in, and check out this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs by WWN? Include “Officer Douchebag,” “Pixies,” “Alone,” and “Ted Bundy.” Used w/ permission.) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I get the opportunity to sit down and chat w/ Red, Lydia, and Alfredo from the Las Vegas pop punk band Wheelchair Mosh Pit. We chat about forming the band during the pandemic, how they all found their way to Las Vegas, the origins of their name, and their work w/ the Nevada Wheelchair Foundation. We also chat about Vegas and the scene in general, their influences inside the band, plans for the future, and so much more. So sit back and get into the fun pit w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs I'm this episode from WMP include: “Midori,” Girls Like You,” “One More Time,” and “Bezo's Piñata Party.”)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down and chatting w/ Ray Kolcun of Pittsburgh punk hardcore band Crooked Cobras. We bullshit about the career of the band, their soon-to-be-released album, “God, Guns, and Greed,” his coming up in the scene and time spent in bands like Scattergun, Trash Magnet, Weapons of Choice, among other. We also chat about the Pittsburgh scene, the lack of focus of Pittsburgh in the documentary “PA Hardcore,” not taking shows for granted, and so much more. So sit back and kick up your feet and listen to this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs featured are by Crooked Cobras: “God, Guns, and Greed,” “She's Dead,” “Back from the Black,” “Darkness, and “Piece of Me.” Used w/ permission.) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of TIJAP, my good friend J. Prozac sits down with me for a 3rd time. We chat about a great year for J, his band The Prozacs celebrate 20 years with a collection entitled “Fan Favorites and Wannabe Hits” (out now on Outloud! Records,) and the release of his 2nd solo album “Won't Let Go” (out now on CD by Rum Bar Records and cassettes by Memorable But Not Honorable, vinyl to come out soon from River Monster Records,) and the success that the release and several of the singles have already garnered. We also chat about another collection by The Prozacs to be released soon called “Welcome to Camp Cheerful,” the earliest recorded demos of the band recorded in Cleveland, OH recorded w/ members of the Vermin. That release will be coming out on my imprint This is Just a Record Label. We also chat about tons more, so get excited for this episode of TIJAP! *** [tracks included in this episode are: “Won't Let Go” (J. Prozac,) “Around” (The Prozacs,) “Claustrophobic” (J. Prozac,) “Building Blocks” (J. Prozac), “Friday Night - WTCC demo” (The Prozacs,) and “Give Me the Prozac” (The Prozacs.) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sam Sinister, my best friend and co-host on the Xennial Files podcast, is back on the podcast for the first time since the very first episode! You're gonna want to dig into this one, because not only do you get our witty banter and our typical weird humor, but you also get a kick ass top 5 from the both of us: Top 5 Bands We Discovered During the Pandemic! But don't worry, there is plenty of poop talk and other nonsensical shit in this episode as well, so buckle up folks! Please enjoy our 20 plus years of friendship w/ this episode of TIJAP! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode features Explicit Content and is not for the faint of heart. Just kidding, it's an episode where I sit down w/ three friends under the disguise of talking about the brand new release by Lesser Creatures entitled “Issue 2” (out now on Outloud! Records.) Nick, Zac, and new member Scott sit down and chat with me on a Friday evening, and well, things get interesting. We chat very little about the new record and we more or less just bullshit for almost an hour and a half about whatever we felt like. Humor is found throughout this episode, and given the guests, I totally expected that. If you are a fan of more of the looser based episode then this is totally the one for you! Hope you laugh and cry w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (Lesser Creatures' songs that are included in this episode are: “Bill Collectors,” “Nobody's Keeping Score,” “501,” “The Office Drinking Game,” “SV Meppen,” and “Rock n Roll.” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I sit down and have a fantastic conversation w/ Gary Begner, guitarist and vocalist of the London, Ontario (CAN) punk band Hellaphant. We have an honest and fun conversation about the formation of the band and making their debut EP “Crumble” (out now on Faster and Louder Records,) as well as trying to break through in the States, the Canadian music industry, funny stories from his time spent playing in power pop band LAME and in metal bands, and so much more. So sit back and get ready for a fun time w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs featured by Hellaphant include: “Moral Delimna,” “Maybe Pain,” their cover of the We Are Scientists song “After Hours,” and “Forget You.” Used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I chat w/ John Galvin from the Finley, OH pop punk band Kelsey Badgrammer. We bullshit about his band and their output so far, including their 2021 release “Johnny Goes to 8 Mile.” He shares the story behind the albums title, brings up being mentioned in a previous episode of the podcast, funny stories hanging w/ the guys in The Jasons, some of his biggest influences, as well as him doing art and his work doing the layout design on the Prozacs soon to be released early demos release “Welcome to Camp Cheerful.” This is fun conversation that covers a lot of ground and really is a good listen. So if you aren't too cool why don't you check out this episode of TIJAP! ***(songs from Kelsey Badgrammer that are featured in this episode are: “Wake Up Screaming / Dazed,” “Sunflower,” “Rain,” and “Swan Song.” Used w/ Permission by artist.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Spending Valentine's night w/ a sick Zac Buzzkill might not seem like such a great idea, but you would be wrong. Zac and I have a wonderful conversation discussing The Radio Buzzkills long-awaited brand new release “Get Even” (out now on ProRawk Records.) We chat about the new album, as well as several stories about several of the songs, the present Jenny got him, lyrics being therapeutic for mental health, the long delay for the release, and lots of Zac's unique humor. So sit back and ride the wave w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included in this episode are all from “Get Even” and are: “I Want My Records Back,” “King of Jerks,” “Then Came Thorazine,” “Figure Skate or Die,” “I Fell For You,” and “Never Gonna Get My Best.”)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm so excited to sit down and chat w/ Christian Migliorese of the bands The Feels, The Tattle Tales, and The Unlovables, and his Spotify podcast entitled What's Good w/ Christian? We discuss his career and time spent not only doing The Feels but also stories about playing in the Tattle Tales and the Unlovables, his affinity for pop music, the genesis of his podcast, some insight into his songwriting approach and I learn the back stories of some of my favorite tracks. So sit back and dig the sweet sounds in this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs featured include The Feels - “Purple Heart,” The Tattle Tales - “So Wanna Kiss You,” The Feels - “She's Probably Not Thinkin' of Me,” The Tattle Tales - “Lucky Girl,” The Feels - “Twice (No Age At All),” and The Feels - “Glassy Eyed.”) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I have the honor of sitting down w/ Joe Atom of the British pop punk band The Atoms. We chat about his bands latest release “Low Brow Hi-Fi” (currently out on ProRawk and Council Pop Records,) as well as chatting about the long road to get to releasing it, our thoughts on Brit-Pop, Grunge, Nu-Metal, the second wave of punk, and the current youth scene. He also shares some funny stories from over the years as well as us just chatting about whatever else happened to pop up. It was a great chat and I was really happy to get to bullshit w/ him for as long as I did. So sit back, and get low brow w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included by The Atoms are: “I'm Pretty Good (at Fucking Up),” “Bukowski,” “Chonging the Mamba,” “Sandy Stole My LPs,” “Strangle the Girl (cover),” “(Steve is a) Smackrat,” “Gonna Have a Stroke,” and “Cntrl+alt+del.” all used w/ permission.)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I sit down and chat Industrial music w/ Sam Austin and Rick Polo of the Youngstown, OH band Heck Vektor. We discuss the diversity of the sub-genre and the time spent getting the sound just right. We also converse about the local scene and the many venues in Youngstown, getting into music and their earlier bands, their other endeavors w/ Baroque Monody and Sam's solo stuff, and so much more. So sit back and get programmed by this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included are Heck Vektor - “Superspreader (son-of-a-bitch remix,) Heck Vektor - “Best Black,” Sam Austin - “Dissolve,” Baroque Monody - “Plans 2021,” Heck Vektor - “Drop the Blade, and Heck Vektor - “Gary.”) *** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode I sit down and shoot the shit w/ Daisy Valentine of the Pittsburgh punk rock ‘n roll band The Homisides. We not only chat about the band but we also discuss her growing up in DC, her love of Go-Go music, the origin of her stage name, and her and her band mates playing and being influenced by many genres of music. We also discuss her views on being a front woman in a punk band and her thoughts of being a role model and sounding board for other women within the scene, the songwriting process as a collective unit, the bands first two EPs and her thoughts on the future for the band moving forward into 2022. So sit back and unapologetically listen to this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs featured by The Homisides include: “A.T.A.,” “Section 8,” “Must Bleed TV,” “Snuff Me Out,” “Beat My Guest Senseless,” “Worst Enemy,” and “One Shot Down.”)*** --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app