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In today's episode, Izzy is joined by Viktor Vladimirovich aka Prince Johnny, an art-pop singer-songwriter from Brooklyn whose music tackles pride, shame, tragedy, and the modern queer experience in a whirlwind of piano ballads, electropop, and jazzy lounge tunes. Izzy and Viktor chat in-depth about the importance of tackling sadness with camp and humor and the ongoing fight to create more spaces where queer musicians and queer femme music fans feel safe. ✨ SUPPORT THE PODCAST ON PATREON ✨ https://www.patreon.com/missannthrope✨ MORE ABOUT PRINCE JOHNNY ✨Prince Johnny (they/them) is the brainchild of Brooklyn-based queer Belarusian singer-songwriter Viktor Vladimirovich. Their sound casts a wide stroke of influences, taking inspiration from the likes of Regina Spektor, Fiona Apple, and Amanda Palmer. Their music has been praised in Angry Grrrl Music, Atwood Magazine, Bands do BK, and more! In 2019, they founded the Troubadour Lounge, a series of concerts that showcase independent queer singer-songwriters and raises money for organizations to help queer homeless youth. Their newest EP, "Stupid Sex," is now available on all streaming platforms. Prince Johnny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/princejohnny.mp3/?hl=enTroubadour Lounge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetroubadourlounge/✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ✨- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv6SBgiYCpYbx9BOYNefkIg- Website: https://izzyshutup.com- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/missannthropei
OK Cool is a great example of a duo who create for fun while chasing that spark. Bridget and Hailey love writing sounds and songs together to ultimately create incredible EPs like Surrealist. They joined this week to share how they met, how they describe themselves, songwriting for Surrealist, and more. Follow OK Cool on social media at @okcoolband. Listen to OK Cool on your favorite streaming apps and at https://okcool.bandcamp.com/ Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
The Dumes are a gripping, energetic anthem-crafting band out of California, and you’ll want them on your summer playlist. Their new EP, Everything is Horrible, is loaded with songs that can feel both emotional and bright in the same track. Elodie joined this week to share how the band met, what went into the EP, trust fall songwriting, what’s next, and more. Follow The Dumes on social media at @thedumes. Listen to The Dumes on your favorite streaming apps and at https://thedumes.bandcamp.com/ Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Gibran Colbert, aka The Give & Take, is looking to share and connect beautiful and challenging music. His style draws from so many influences, but every aspect of his songwriting is rich and personal. His new EP, Great Pause, explores his experiences in adulthood and even COVID-19. Gibran joined this week to talk about learning to play music with his family, his journey to songwriting, his new EP Great Pause, and more. Follow The Give & Take on social media at @thegiveandbake. Listen to The Give & Take on your favorite streaming apps and at https://thegiveandtake.bandcamp.com/ Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Early Riser is back, and they continue to focus on being positive and affirming. Their latest entry, Vocations, continues that journey in the present, tackling everything from social situations to personal growth. Kiri and Nicole join this week to talk about writing the album, creating their album art together, their intentions with the record, touring, and more. Follow Early Riser on social media at @earlyriserrr. Listen to Early Riser on your favorite streaming apps and at https://earlyriserrr.bandcamp.com/. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Bugsy believes all bugs are insects, and but not all insects are bugs. And that music is just what they do. The four-piece from Minneapolis love writing music together and being the band of sharks/turtles/stingrays. Emily, Shannon, and Griffin joined to talk about how they formed a band, zoology, dreaming of touring, the music they’ve released so far, what’s ahead, and more. Follow Bugsy on social media at @bugsyband. Listen to Bugsy on your favorite streaming apps and at https://bugsy.bandcamp.com/. Check out the Highwayyys/The Alternative Live Stream, featuring a live pod with Jhariah, GILT, Hit Like a Girl, Anika Pyle, and more! Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7P0lnt0yX0 Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Elise Okusami loves capturing big energy in her music with her project, Oceanator. She likes to refer to it as feeling a band moving, and has elevated that through live recordings on her latest record, Things I Never Said. Elise joined this week to talk about songs on the new record, her early love of music, making music videos for her singles, her label Plastic Miracles, and more. Follow Oceanator on social media at @oceanator. Listen to Oceanator on your favorite streaming apps and at https://oceanator.bandcamp.com/album/things-i-never-said Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Antonioni has perfectly designed the spaces and sounds locked in each song. Their debut self-titled record showcases how they’ve shaped their style and how they’re continuing to play with their unique voice and effort. Sarah joined this week to talk about the band's origins, her influences, designing the space for each song, Guitar Fridays, and more. Follow Antonioni on social media at @antonioniband. Listen to Antonioni on your favorite streaming apps and at https://antonioni.bandcamp.com/. Access resources for AAPI and Anti-Asian Violence efforts at https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Suzie True is a band that met and stuck together through a series of friendship traps that have stuck. Lexi, G, and Sarah all have similar musical beginnings and meet-cutes, but it’s their respect and fun together that has them growing, fast. Suzie True joined this week to talk about how their origin story, friendship traps, the sleepover lifestyle, finding inspiration in fun places, vulnerability, and more. Follow Suzie True on social media at @suzietrueband. Listen to Suzie True on your favorite streaming apps and at https://suzietrue.bandcamp.com/ . Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Jhariah is a songwriter who explores every possible corner of music, and does it with bombastic, theatrical energy. It’s easy to picture an energetic scene when listening to tracks like his latest single, “Debt Collector.” Jhariah joined this week to talk about his early influences and motivation to write music, content creation on YouTube and streaming, how he collaborates with other artists, what’s next, and more. Follow Jhariah on social media at @jhariahclare. Listen to Jhariah on your favorite streaming apps and at https://jhariah.bandcamp.com/. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Rae, aka Goldwoman, is a songwriter motivated by artists and the people in her life. She started the Goldwoman journey playing shows throughout college, and has released such personal, cinematic tracks Rae joined this week to talk about writing an honest story in songs, writing universal music, the artists who have inspired her, and more. Follow Goldwoman on social media at @rgoldwoman. Listen to Goldwoman on your favorite streaming apps and at https://goldwoman.bandcamp.com/ Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
This month's fellow podcast guest is Amanda Starling of Angry Girl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion. If you can't tell from the name, the show focuses on intersectional feminism, highlighting women, LGBTQIA+, and people of color within our music scene. The interviews are conversational, heartfelt, and often feature artists talking about not just their music, but the things they're passionate about through their lives. Nearly five years in, there is plenty of stellar content to dive in with so if you're not already a fan of Angry Grrrl Music, I hope you're ready to binge! Angry Girl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion: Website | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Fly On The Call is brought to you by Sound Talent Media and promoted in conjunction with The Alternative. Artwork by Mikaela Jane Palermo. Theme song by Kailynn West of Tiny Stills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rachel Lighter of Nervous Dater writes songs that allow her to express her perspectives and feelings, and share them with bandmates and ultimately album listeners. Call in the Mess, the band’s sophomore album, explores the thoughts and responses to living in modern America. Rachel joins this week to share how the record came together, writing songs as a band, gender identity, what’s next, and more. Follow Nervous Dater at @nervousdater. Listen to Nervous Dater’s new record Call in the Mess on your favorite streaming apps and at https://nervousdater.bandcamp.com/. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Jer Berkin is working to connect and help make the dreams of musicians come true. Their efforts to help musicians and young music professionals navigate the industry have led to the creation of Lost and Found Touring and Management, which helps artists with booking shows and navigating the expectations of the industry. All of this while drumming for one of the most brilliant bands out there, The Sonder Bombs. Jer joined to share how they first joined DIY as a local show booker, building paths for managers and musicians with Lost and Found, joining The Sonder Bombs, writing solo music under the name Shay, and more. Learn more about Lost and Found at https://lostandfoundtouring.com/. Follow The Sonder Bombs at @sonderbombs and keep up with Jer at @jerkberkin and @shayphl. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Henderson Cole, and Erica Freas.
Maggie Gently writes personal journeys in her songs, and her EP Good Cry is a great example. She’s been inspired by multiple genres and living in San Fransisco itself. Maggie has a new single, “Bitter Pills,” that’s premiering exclusively on this episode that shares so much of what she’s up to next. Maggie joined this week to share how her personal songwriting evolved, her expression of experiences, sharing her music, and more. Keep up with Maggie Gently on social media at @maggiegently. Find music and more at https://maggiegently.bandcamp.com/releases. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Maeve Aickin is a songwriter that has such a meaningful approach to writing music that’s inspired by the likes of the holy trinity that is boy genius. Maeve joined this week to talk about how she’s approached writing music, experimenting with pedals, her hopes as a musician, her personal messaging in her songs, and more. Keep up with Maeve Aickin on social media at @maeveaickin. Find music and more at https://maeveaickin.bandcamp.com/ . Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Ganser is a band who bring together the talents of each band member and friends in the community to create art. The Chicago-based band has released a new album, Just Look At That Sky, that captures artful sound and matching visuals in the accompanying music videos. Nadia Garofalo joined this week to talk about the Chicago scene, collaborative songwriting, video making, the new record, and more. Keep up with Ganser on social media at @ganserband. Find music and more at https://ganser.bandcamp.com/album/just-look-at-that-sky. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Tiny Stills is a project centered on honesty and self-understanding in songwriting. Kailynn West has been writing her own songs since she first picked up a guitar, and only continues to explore her sounds and voice in her latest singles that dropped over the summer. This week she joined to talk about what she’s missing during COVID-19, newer music, making videos with her bandmates, candy, and more. Keep up with Tiny Stills on social media at @tinystills. Find music and more at https://tinystills.bandcamp.com/ and https://tinystills.com Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Attic Salt is a band that focuses on playing what they like and making it a little different. They joined this week to talk about writing together, their varied influences, recording their new album Get Wise, and more. Keep up with Attic Salt on social media at @atticsaltband. Find music and more at https://jumpstartrecords.bandcamp.com/album/get-wise. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Josh Shaw is a natural creative and proof that the weird kids are the best. His project Blvck Hippie dives into layers of emotions and nostalgia, and only keeps evolving from concept to recording. Josh joins this week to share his journey through music, growing up weird, becoming a master of none in music, and more. Keep up with Blvck Hippie on social media at @blvckhippie901. Find music and more at https://blvckhippieband.bandcamp.com/. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Aly Jett is a gifted songwriter who has pushed to release music all throughout 2020. She’s shared a number of singles online and kept her momentum up by discovering new artists that she admires. Aly joined this week to share how she’s gained and shared perspective in her music, discovering new artists, creating during the pandemic, and more.Keep up with Aly Jett on social media at @alyjettmusic. Find music and more at https://alyjett.bandcamp.com/.Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic.Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
No Thank You’s latest record, Embroidered Foliage, is a dive into self discovery, reflection, and healing. The bandmates have shaped a space for creativity and growing ideas where they can build off of each other. Kaytee Della Monica joined this week to share how she approached songwriting in Embroidered Foliage, the meaning behind the singles, collaborating with her bandmates, the band’s goals, and more.Keep up with No Thank You on social media at @xnothankyoux. Find music and more at https://nothankyouband.bandcamp.com/.Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic.Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Pinkshift's sudden and loud arrival on the scene is no coincidence - this Baltimore act has stayed energetic and motivated for months to deliver some of the most punching music this year. Ashrita and Paul join this week to share how Pinkshift started, a teaser for their new single "Rainwalk," their hopes as a band, their influences, and more.Keep up with Pinkshift on social media at @pinkshiftmd. Find music and more at https://pinkshift.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic.Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
Energetic and emotional are just the first words to describe what Overo’s crafted in their new releases. The Texas-based band has weaved together a variety of heavy genres and weight of emotional journeys, along with their enthusiasm to branch out into new instruments and songwriting styles. Lindsay Minton and Mercy Harper join this week to share what it’s like working on their new project, the ways they’re motivating each other as songwriters, the things they’re learning, the energy in playing together in a new band, and so much more. Keep up with Overo on social media at @overotx. Find music and more at https://overo.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Orla Tinsey, and Erica Freas.
heckdang is a band that’s forever learning and expanding themselves as songwriters. Their latest EP, Fine, Just Thinking is a tease to their upcoming full-length with the ways they’ve played with their sound and energy. Magda joins to talk about how heckdang formed, the band’s background in music studies, the intention behind their songwriting, and more. Keep up with heckdang on social media at @heck_band. Find music and more at https://heckdang.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Wife Patrol is what happens when serendipity and high energy combine. The Indianapolis-based band has a new record, Too Prickly For This World, and it showcases how sharp, thoughtful, and impactful the trio's songwriting can be. Nicole, Natasha, and Greg join this week to share stories of their early love of music, their matching last names, riffs, and so much more. Keep up with Wife Patrol on social media at @wifepatrol. Find music and more at https://wifepatrol.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
thank you, i’m sorry has chronicled their self growth as a band and as people in their music. The Minneapolis-based band has come together to share music that continues to evolve. Colleen joins this week to share the band’s evolution, their influences of indie and emo, their new record I’m Glad We’re Friends, and more. Keep up with thank you, i’m sorry on social media at @thankyouimsry. Find music and more at https://thankyouimsorry.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Riverby's songwriting is as intimate as reading their own diary. Their latest record, Smart Mouth, emphasizes the deep and crucial moments, all while backed by some emotionally driven sound. Sophia joined this week to share the stories and thoughts behind hit tracks on Smart Mouth, their influences, Paul Rudd, Gen Z, and more. Keep up with Riverby on social media at @riverbyphl. Find music and more at https://riverby.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Dad Bod is all about exploring what's uncomfortable and simple moments. Their latest release, Precursor, plays with sound in ways that are unique to their previous work. Callie joins this week to talk about horror imagery, the local scene, Precursor, and more. Keep up with Dad Bod on social media at @igottadadbod. Find music and more at https://dadbodmn.bandcamp.com/ . Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Brian Walker, aka A Day Without Love, writes music for rising above obstacles and challenging norms. His album "Comfort in the Bedroom" is a gorgeous showcase of his genre-flexible songwriting style. Brian joins this week to share his quarantine routine of yoga and creativity, writing about rising above adversity and stereotypes, the messages in his music, and more. Keep up with A Day Without Love on social media at @adaywithoutlove. Find music and more at https://adaywithoutlove.bandcamp.com/. To the Front Zine preorder: https://littledipperart.com/products/to-the-front-vol-1-black-lives-matter I Have a Mouth and I Must Scream Compilation, benefitting All Black Lives Fund: https://mokitapes.bandcamp.com/ Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Stephen always hopes that when listeners hear The Big Easy, they experience a lot of emotions. That’s definitely true, and he’s packed tons of them in his EP, First Friday, as well as his summer single “First Day of Your Life.” Stephen joins this week to share his drive to evolve his sound, writing music as a full band, the messages behind his songs, and more. Keep up with The Big Easy on social media at @thebigeasyband. Find music and more at https://thebigeasy.bandcamp.com/music . Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
They're back: it's babygotbacktalk! The New York-based band is sharing their debut LP, Genre Reveal Party. G’ra, Rhiana, and Jake have worked really hard to define what they want to create and how they want to say it, and Genre Reveal Party is the perfect capsule of activism, energy, and a gorgeous push to reclaim pop punk. They joined this week to share the meaning behind some of their most powerful tracks, their views on pop punk, their goals as a band, and more. Keep up with babygotbacktalk on social media at @babygotbacktalk. Find music and more at https://babygotbacktalk.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Sarah and her bandmates in Molly Ringworm have been learning to do it themselves from the start of their band at their performing arts high school. This week, Sarah joined to share the band’s influences, growing as a musician by learning to record the band’s music, their latest single “Stale,” and more. Keep up with Molly Ringworm on social media at @mollyringding. Find music and more at https://molly-ringworm.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Melody is a songwriter whose honest approach to songwriting has helped create music that speaks to growth and finding a safe space to be. Her new EP, Teacher's Pet, highlights moments that have meant everything to her. She joins this week to talk songwriting, honesty, the people who've encouraged her growth, and more. Keep up with Melody on social media at @melodycaudill_. Find music and more at https://melody.bandcamp.com/album/teachers-pet-2. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, and Orla Tinsey.
Bad Moves has united their voices and songwriting talent to create an unforgettable record in their latest release, “Untenable.” Emma and David joined this week to share how the band writes together, the band coming together through karaoke, their unified messaging, their hopes for music, “Untenable,” and more. Keep up with Bad Moves on social media at @badmovesdc. Find their music and more at https://badmoves.bandcamp.com/ . Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Destroy Boys are constantly growing and writing honestly. The next gen riot grrrl-style band evolved from a high school friendship between Vi and Alexia into a triumphant and distinct band that's quickly reaching beyond the West Coast. Alexia joined this week to share the band's songwriting style, the impact of her friendships, what’s coming for Destroy Boys, and more. Keep up with Destroy Boys on social media at @destroyboysband. Find their music and more at https://destroyboys.bandcamp.com/music. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Alien Book Club creates other-worldly, experimental indie punk that showcases each dynamic player's skill. Their latest EP, ...And I'm Not Even Having Fun Anymore showcases the band's range and push for more unique sounds. Anita and Andrea join this week to share how the band formed, the skills each bandmate brings, their love of Frank Zappa, and more. Keep up with Alien Book Club on social media at @alienbookclubband. Find their music and more at https://alienbookclub.bandcamp.com/. Check out the list of 100+ Black Artists to Support on Bandcamp Day and support their work every day by buying and sharing their music! Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Pity Party has built solidarity within their band and their community. With their most mature release, Concrete addresses trauma, abuse, and building strength. Sarah joins this week to talk about the band’s new album, solidarity within the band, lessons she shares with her students, and more. Please note there is a content warning for this episode, as we discuss trauma throughout the interview. Keep up with Pity Party on social media at @pitypartyband. Find their music and more at https://therealpityparty.bandcamp.com/. This episode includes an opening discussing police brutality and the Black Lives Matter movement. Please step up and take action by signing petitions, donating to organizations supporting the movement, and protesting if able. Find resources for supporting Black Lives Matter below. Black Visions Collective - blackvisionsmn.org Reclaim the Block - reclaimtheblock.org Official George Floyd Memorial Fund - gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd For the Family of Breonna Taylor - change.org/p/andy-beshear-justice-for-breonna-taylor For the Family of Ahmaud Arbery - gofundmen.com/f/i-run-with-maud Freedom Fund Network - lgbtqfund.org/donate-1 National Bail Out - nationalbailout.org Minnesota Freedom Fund - minnesotafreedomfund.org Stream to Donate - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCgLa25fDHM Justice for George Floyd, Tony McDade, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Sean Reed, Steven Demarco Taylor, David McAtee, and countless other black lives lost. We say your name. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Eliza Waldman has melded multiple genres into a sound that just flows. She and her bandmates have crafted a blend of jazz, blues, rock, and punk influence, all driven by where it flows for her. Eliza joins this week to share her songwriting style, a tease to the second EP, her favorite songs, and more. Keep up with Eliza and the Organix on social media at @elixaandtheorganix. Find their music and more at https://elizaandtheorganix.bandcamp.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Above the Moon has worked hard to build their sound and capture their favorite parts of songs and releases. They’ve done it again with their new album, Stay Awake, and have even stayed active by creating supporting videos. Above the Moon joins this week to share their songwriting style, how they pass the time during the pandemic, connecting, their inspirations, and more. Keep up with Above the Moon on social media at @abovethemoonmusic. Find their music and more at http://www.abovethemoonmusic.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Songwriter Joan Wasser has done it all, from classical to unmatchable, genre-defying solo music. Her career as a writer has allowed her autonomy and opportunity, from her first solo releases in the 2000s as Joan as Police Woman, to collaborating with infamous writers Lou Reed. Joan joins this week to share her songwriting style, her vision for her music, a look at her career, Stockard Channing, and more. Keep up with Joan as Police Woman on Twitter and Instagram at @joanpolicewoman. Find her music and more at https://joanaspolicewoman.com/. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Rosie Tucker is all about engaging their listeners in ways that are metaphorical and meaningful to them. They join this week to share their love of reptiles and amphibians, the meaning behind their songs, how music comes together for them, and more. Keep up with Rosie Tucker on Twitter and Instagram at @lilspoonerism. Find their music at https://newprofessor.bandcamp.com/album/never-not-never-not-never-not . Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
This week we’re joined by Amanda Starling, host of Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion, and editor at The Alternative! We talk with Amanda about the new albums from NNAMDI, Blushh, and Locate S, 1. Then, we dive into a discussion of her excellent podcast.
Tour manager, event organizer, and advocate Autumn Lavis is focused on creating safe spaces and opportunities for everyone. Their passion for accessibility and inclusivity has brought them on tours with some incredible bands, from Worriers to War on Women and so many more. Autumn joins this week to share how they became involved in music, their favorite parts of tour managing, their mission as someone involved behind the scenes of your favorite shows, and more. Music in this episode is by: War on Women, "Lone Wolves" https://waronwomen.bandcamp.com/ Worriers, "Big Feelings" https://worriers.bandcamp.com/ Rosie Tucker, "Brand New Beast" https://rosietucker.bandcamp.com/ Pohgoh, "Try Harder" Keep up with Autumn Lavis on Twitter and Instagram at @ripagig. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
Meet Mint Green, a Boston-based band that brings so much love and thought to their music and the spaces they play in. Vocalist and frontperson Ronnica joins this week to share stories of how the band met, the meaning behind different songs, how she found her courage and desire to front a band, using her voice, and more. Keep up with Mint Green on Facebook and Instagram at @mintgreenma. Find their music at https://mintgreenma.bandcamp.com/ and on your favorite streaming apps. Check out the new JOY! a coloring pack, organized by friend of the podcast Mikaela Jane! Order a digital copy here at http://mikaelajanepalermo.storenvy.com/products/30128221-digital-print-at-home-joy-a-coloring-pack. Support independent artists! Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, Sam Zorowitz, and John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller.
PET wife is the sound adventure that whisks listeners on a personal and feminist journey. Experimental pop duo Isobel and Noelle have taken their visual and musical talents that showcase their collaborative abilities while celebrating themselves. They join this week to share their feminist inspirations, how travel has shaped their perspectives and sound, their vision for their studio Dirty Tailor, goals for their music, and more. Keep up with PET wife on Facebook and Instagram at @pet_wife. Find their music at https://petwife.bandcamp.com/ and on your favorite streaming apps. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, John “Kitzy” Kitzmiller, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, and Sam Zorowitz.
Some of the greatest comforts in life are in home and cats, and Scratchy Blanket adores both. Chloe and Shannon have poured their love and bond into their new record, Something for Everyone. The songwriting pair join this week to share stories about their songwriting, how they write together, their feline inspirations, their hopes for their music, and more. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, and Sam Zorowitz.
Worriers is a band of every moment, from climate-driven anxieties to relationship ups and downs. Lauren Denitzio is an expert at writing universal, meaningful music for a wide audience, and their new record, You or Someone You Know, adds to that catalogue. Lauren joins this week to talk about creating music with meaning for others, personal songwriting, the new record, and more. Keep up with Worriers on Twitter and Instagram at @worriersmusic. Find their music at https://worriers.bandcamp.com/ and on your favorite streaming apps. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, and Sam Zorowitz.
Bartees Strange was inspired growing up by artists like Bloc Party, At the Drive-In, and countless other artists. Now he's out to do the same with his EP, Today, which re-imagines music by The National and is retold through the lens of Black musicians in a scene that often erases or leaves them out. Bartees joins this week to talk about how music has shaped him, inspiring other people of color, throwing away genre, and more. Keep up with Bartees Strange on Twitter and Instagram at @bartees_strange. Find his music at https://barteesstrange.bandcamp.com/releases and on your favorite streaming apps. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, and Sam Zorowitz.
Bacchae has had an explosive start to 2020, between the release of their perspective-driven release, Pleasure Vision. There's so many details about personal growth, caring for yourself in the age of the Internet, and adrenaline 'n' sugar driven sound. Katie and Rena are back this week to share how they’ve grown, their goals as a band, touring, and the instrumental details that went into the new record. Keep up with Bacchae on Twitter and Instagram at @bacchaeband. Find their music at https://bacchae.bandcamp.com/ and on your favorite streaming apps. Find episodes, links, articles, and more at angrygrrrlmusic.com. Get in touch with me through email at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @angrygrrrlmusic. Pledge your support for Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion on Patreon at patreon.com/angrygrrrlmusic! Special thanks to our monthly patrons: Molly O’Malley, Kendra Mamula, Carly Comando, and Sam Zorowitz.