Season 1
Ep 169: Chris Wrenn of Bridge Nine Records - Talking 5 B9 Albums (Hav…
In episode 169 of the podcast, we’re joined by the founder and owner of Bridge Nine Records, Chris Wrenn. This conversation surrounds 5 of our favorite Bridge Nine releases. We talk what led up to each release, the circumstan...
Ep 168: A Conversation with Josh Todd of Buckcherry
In episode 168 of the podcast, we’re joined by vocalist/front man of Buckcherry, Josh Todd. We talk about when Josh first knew music was his calling, how he writes songs, Buckcherry being a touring machine and their new album...
Ep 167: A Conversation with Tom Higgenson of the Plain White T’s
In episode 167 of the podcast, we’re joined by Tom Higgenson, frontman of Plain White T’s, and owner of independent record label Humans Were Here. We talk Tom’s come up in the Chicago area, hitting it huge with songs like …
Ep 166: A Conversation with Brian Wille, Vocalist of Currents
In episode 166 of the podcast, we’re joined by Brian Wille, vocalist of Connecticut metalcore band Currents. We talk heavy music in New England, Brian’s ability to handle both clean singing and screaming in Currents, their aw...
Ep 165: A Conversation with Dan Lomeli, Drummer of Incendiary
In episode 165 of the podcast, we’re joined by Dan Lomeli, drummer of Long Island hardcore band Incendiary. We talk Dan’s come up, the band’s formation back in 2007, Incendiary’s process writing music, and their phenomenal ne...
Ep 164: Rock Radio Songs w/Rob (Cypress Hill, Our Lady Peace, The Hiv…
In episode 164, we’re LIVE in the same room, and we brought along friend of the pod Rob (Eps 17, 96, 132, 143, 162). With Rob’s nearly 30 years in radio on the air, we each bring some songs from …
Ep 163: The Song Lyrics Episode (Pearl Jam, A Perfect Circle, Firewor…
In episode 163 of the podcast, we devote time to some of our favorite song lyrics. Eddie Vedder’s prose, Maynard James Keenan’s cutting simplicity, and Fireworks telling us what it’s like to get old, we hit it all. The episod...
In Real Time: The Future Is Now - AI Takes Over (The Weeknd / Drake /…
Today’s ‘In Real Time’ is all about the viral AI Drake/The Weeknd track that dropped this week, ‘Heart On My Sleeve’. We talk about what it means for the music industry going forward, how we got here so quickly, and …
Ep 162: Great Collaborations ft. Rob (Tom Petty, Nas, Beck, and more)
In episode 162 of the podcast, Rob rejoins us for some of our favorite collaborations in the music world. We each bring our own interesting twists to this topic. From Tom Petty to Nas, we’ve got you covered! What are …
Ep 161: The Return of Phil Lipscomb, Bassist of Taproot
In episode 161 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Phil Lipscomb, bassist of Taproot. We last spoke with Phil on episodes 76 and 77, and things in the Taproot camp were…..quiet. A lot has changed in nearly 2 years. New …
Ep 160: The Wheel of Nu Metal Pt. 3, Feat. Holiday Kirk
In episode 160 we bring back the legendary ‘Wheel of Nu Metal’. This time, we enlisted the help of the CEO of Nu Metal himself, Holiday Kirk. Is Quarashi a nu metal band? Where does Nonpoint stack up? What bands …
Ep 159: The Mob Goes Wild! Revisiting Clutch’s ‘Blast Tyrant’
Episode 159 of the podcast is all about Clutch’s ‘Blast Tyrant’. Early memories, live shows, favorite moments and songs. There is no one quite like Clutch, and Blast Tyrant continues to deliver to this day. Is this Clutch’s b...
Podioslave - In Real Time: MORE Hot Takes (Soundgarden, Audiovent, an…
In this installment of In Real Time, we tackle a few more hot takes that were submitted by our friends on social media. Is Soundgarden good? Did Audiovent deserve more? We tackle these and more today. Be sure to follow …
Ep 158: Hot Takes and Conspiracy Theories (Blink 182, Sleep Token, an…
Episode 158 is all about hot takes and conspiracy theories. Who is the vocalist of Sleep Token? Will there be a strike www in the live music industry? Is an artist less talented if they don’t write/create their own music? …
Ep 157: A Conversation with Brent Rambler of August Burns Red
In episode 157 of the podcast, we’re joined by Brent Rambler, rhythm guitarist for Metalcore giants August Burns Red. We talk about the band’s longevity, consistency, and originality. Brent doubles as the bands co-manager and...
Ep 156: Catching up with Seth and Sean of Trawl
In episode 156 of the podcast, Seth McLellan (bass) and Sean Matthews (vocals) of Portland, ME funk metal band Trawl rejoin the podcast. We talk about their opportunity opening for Anthrax, Black Label Society and Exodus a fe...
Ep 155: The Battle of Rage Against The Machine (and also Smashing Pum…
In episode 155 of the podcast, we turn towards our favorite band, at least collectively, Rage Against the Machine. We take turns drafting RATM songs from across all albums, covers, and live records. Did we get it right? Liste...
Ep 154: Game Changers (Blink 182, Notorious BIG, Pink Floyd)
Episode 154 of the podcast is all about GAME CHANGERS. We each bring an artist, an album, or a band we think changed the game in their respective genre, or music as a whole. What are some musical game changers …
Ep 153: A Conversation with Half Me (Chris Hesse, Chris Zuehlke)
In episode 153, we’re joined by Chris Hesse (guitarist) and Chris Zuehlke (vocals) of German Nu-Metalcore band Half Me. We talk their upcoming debut full length ‘Soma’, writing in English, keeping creative control, and produc...
Ep 152: Heavy Therapy, Pt. II (Hum, Alice In Chains, Rage Against the…
In episode 152 of the podcast, we bring back music that we consider Heavy Therapy. Originally debuting in episode 16, Heavy Therapy is a form of music catharsis. Whether it be from a sound, a theme, or just something to …
Ep 151: A Conversation with Koyo (Joey Chiaramonte and Harold Griffin)
In episode 151 of the pod, we are joined by Joey Chiaramonte (Vocals) and Harold Griffin (Guitar) of the band Koyo. We chat their musical come up, how they were influenced by the great bands all around them in Long …
Ep 150: Forgotten Songs Pt. II (U2, Seal, CIV)
In episode 150(!) of the podcast we bring back an old favorite: the forgotten song! We attempt to stump each other with songs we feel were overlooked, under appreciated, or forgotten altogether. Songs from soundtracks, car co...
Ep 149: Pod To The Future! What does the future hold for AI in music,…
In episode 149 of the podcast, we take a trip to 2033. We attempt to predict where the music industry will be under three major pillars: Artificial Intelligence, Venues, and Collectibles. What does the emergence of AI musicia...
In Real Time: Foo Fighters Are Back…What’s Next?
In today’s ‘In Real Time’ we react to the news that Foo Fighters are playing Bonnaroo, Boston Calling and Sonic Temple this spring. What does this mean for the band going forward? More shows? New music? We tackle it all. …
Ep 148: The Anticipation! 2023 Edition (Slipknot, John Frusciante, Ne…
In episode 148 of the podcast, we bring some of our most anticipated storylines for 2023 to the table. New albums from bands like Koyo, As Friends Rust, Slipknot? Sign us up. Checking out new bands and scenes live? All …
Ep 147: 20 Years of Thrice’s ‘The Artist In The Ambulance’ w/Producer…
In episode 147 of the podcast, we’re joined by legendary producer, and front man of Be Well and Battery, Brian McTernan. Brian has produced many great records over his career, but today we’re focused on just one - Thrice’s ‘T...
Ep 146: Our Best Of 2022 (The Weeknd, The Wonder Years, Nas, and more…
In episode 146 of the podcast, we dig into our favorite music releases of 2022. We give a few honorable mention albums/EP’s (spoiler, we’re featured on one of them!), then we dive into our top 5 records of the year. …
Ep 145: A Conversation with Jeremy Saffer (Photographer and Visual Cr…
In episode 145, we speak with legendary metal photographer Jeremy Saffer. We met Jeremy this summer at Tattoo the Earth, watching him take photos of all the bands coming through the festival. We talk Jeremy’s come up, his ear...
Ep 144: A Conversation with Jeffery and Cody of Sunsleeper
In episode 144 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jeffery Mudgett (vocals/guitar) and Cody Capener (guitar) of the band Sunsleeper. We talk their formation, Cody joining the band, signing with Rude Records, and working with Bret...
In Real Time: The Return of the Almighty Pantera
Pantera is back! Playing shows again with Charlie Benante and Zakk Wylde this past week, and we have thoughts. Take a listen and see where we stand! Did you catch any of the videos? Are you excited for this “reunion” …
Ep 143: Woodstock ‘99, From the Source (ft. Rob)
In Episode 143 of the pod, Rob (Ep 17, 96, 132) rejoins us to talk about Woodstock ‘99. Both our very own Nate and he attended the now infamous festival, and have some crazy stories to share with the world. …
Podioslave - In Real Time: Metallica…Are They Back?!
Metallica is back with a new single, album announcement, and world tour. We discuss the new song, tour, and Metallica’s uncanny ability to always be part of the conversation. Check us out here: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @po...
Ep 142: A Conversation with Justin Foley (Lybica, Killswitch Engage, …
In Episode 142 of the podcast, we welcome on Justin Foley, guitarist in the new band Lybica as well as drummer for Killswitch Engage/Blood Has Been Shed. We talk Lybica’s killer new album, Justin’s switching from playing drum...
Podioslave - In Real Time: Is It Time to Break Up Ticketmaster?
Today’s ‘In Real Time’ is all about Ticketmaster/Live Nation, their stranglehold on the live music ticketing game, and how we feel about it currently. Is it time to break them up finally? What would the live music landscape l...
Ep 141 - Give Us One More Album (Outkast, Jurassic 5, Silverchair, an…
In this episode, we’re taking a look at bands/artists that we think called it quits too soon - and asking them for one more album. Hip Hop Heroes Outkast and J5? Give us one more. Aussie post grunge rockers Silverchair? …
Podioslave - In Real Time: You Think I Give A Damn About A Grammy? (M…
In today’s ‘In Real Time’ we discuss the recent Grammy nominations. There were some surprises (Turnstile x3, Muse is metal?) and some stuff that felt…..rigged? Check it out! Check us out here: Web: www.podioslave.com IG: @pod...
Ep 140 - Last Track Magic: The Album Closers Episode (Tool, Finch, Fo…
In Ep 140 of the podcast, we’re looking for some of that Last Track Magic. Songs that close out albums with a bang. Songs where the only place on the record they could live is at the end. It was …
Podioslave - In Real Time: Braving the “Sick New World”
Today’s ‘In Real Time’ is all about the new festival, ‘Sick New World’ coming to Las Vegas in May of 2023. We react to the bands, the concert flyer, how the rollout resembles ‘When We Were Young’ and more. Are …
Ep 139: Spose Returns to talk Rage Against the Machine, and the econo…
In Episode 139 of the podcast, rapper, artist and King of Maine, Spose rejoins the pod (Eps 29, 82+83). We dig into the changing landscape surrounding touring, especially as an indie musician, in 2022. Lots of things changed ...
Podioslave - In Real Time: Taylor Swift Setting Records
Introducing ‘Podioslave - In Real Time’. Sometimes a topic comes along that we want to comment on in the moment. So rather than wait to shoehorn it into an episode, we decided to crack open the mics and record….IN REAL …
Ep 138: Ranking the Slipknot Catalog ft. Ryan Sinn of The Distillers
In Episode 138 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Sinn, bassist of The Distillers, and former Podioslave guest (Ep 66, 100). We got ambitious with this one and attempt to do the impossible: rank the 7 studio albums from …
Ep 137: A Conversation With Ryan ‘Tuck’ O’Leary of Fit For A King
In this episode, we’re joined by Tuck O’Leary, bassist of Fit For A King. We talk FFAK’s new album ‘The Hell We Create’ dropping 10/28/22, their tour supporting I Prevail and Pierce the Veil, as well as being an advocate …
Ep 136: The Unique Covers Episode (Johnny Cash, Chris Cornell, Dustin…
In episode 136, we’re talking cover songs. Not just any cover songs though…..ones with a story, ones that are interesting. In a word - Unique. We also kick off the episode with a conversation about Tom Delonge rejoining Mark ...
Ep 135: Greg Bergdorf Returns to talk MFZB, Zebrahead, and much more.
In Ep 135, Greg Bergdorf joins us once again, making him the first 5 time guest in Podioslave history. It’s always an awesome time talking with Greg, and this conversation is no exception! Our focus in this episode is Zebrahe...
Ep 134: 20 Years of Queens of the Stone Age - ‘Songs For The Deaf’
In Ep 134 we deep dive Queens of the Stone Age’s ‘Songs For The Deaf’. Celebrating 20 years of this masterpiece, with its desert vibes, twists and turns, and legends contributing everywhere (Dave Grohl, Mark Lanegan…the list ...
Ep 133: Summer Set List (Jack White, Sheryl Crow, Third Eye Blind, an…
In episode 133 of the podcast, we take a look back on the shows and experiences we had with music over the summer. From coast to coast, we caught different concerts in San Diego, Massachusetts, and the middle of nowhere …
Ep 132: Perfect Songs Pt. 2, feat. Rob (Don Henley, Smashing Pumpkins…
In Ep 132 of the pod, we bring back the Perfect Songs segment, as well as special guest Rob (Ep 17, 96). We take turns offering songs that are, in our eyes, perfect. What makes a perfect song for you? …
Ep 131: A Conversation with Chad Benekos - (hed) p.e. founding member…
In Episode 131 of the podcast, we’re joined by Chad Benekos, founding member and original rhythm guitarist of the band (hed) p.e., to talk 25 years of the band’s debut self-titled album. This album was a genre-bending masterp...
Podioslave Tattoos the Earth: LIVE From the Fest! (Chris Beattie/Hate…
We had a blast at the Tattoo the Earth resurrection in Worcester on 8/27/22, rubbing elbows backstage with numerous folks and catching up with old ‘friends of the pod’ alike. We were fortunate enough to talk with musicians, t...
Podioslave Tattoos the Earth: The Lost Tapes (With stories from Sepul…
Today we’re dusting off some of the extra stories we got throughout doing our series on Tattoo The Earth. This episode is completely new content from our previous guests from episodes 1-5. New stories from Derrick Green of Se...