Artists in today’s industry have the opportunity to reinvent themselves in an instant. Whether it is due to a genre switch or a change in aesthetic, the ability to shapeshift can feel liberating. Today, singer-songwriter Jaden Hossler is removing the varnish of his alias, jxdn, and releasing “Chrome Hearted” under his real name. Dropping via DTA Records, the track shows a new side of Hossler following his journey to sobriety. This deeply-personal topic is one he is proud to continue exploring in this new era. Combining trap beats with a smooth, pop-infused vocal delivery, Jaden Hossler taps into a sound… Read more »
In this week’s episode, we hear from an impassioned former teacher, Dave Wish, who saw a gap in the public school system music programming and took action—one step at a time.
Dave Wish began Music Will as an informal effort to change his classroom – and it has become the most significant nonprofit music program in the U.S. public school system. Its teachers serve over 500,000 students in over 600 cities and towns nationwide. Enjoy this episode to learn more about Dave and the incredible work Music Will does for kids across the US.
At this year’s Riot Fest, a manifold of performers showed up and showed out at the Chicago-based punk festival. From Taylor Acorn and Death Cab For Cutie to Sleep Token and Death Grips, there was a fabulous set for every kind of alternative fan. Of course, the fest closed out with a 2.5-hour, career-spanning headline performance from The Cure on Sunday, September 17. Playing tracks from Japanese Whispers all the way to Disintegration and Pornography, fans were treated to top hits and B-sides alike, including an eight-song encore. If you’re feeling a bit of FOMO, this setlist definitely won’t cure… Read more »
It’s Tom DeLonge’s world, and we’re all just living it. The blink-182 frontman and alien aficionado is making waves with the announcement of his directorial debut. A new trailer for his feature film, ‘Monsters Of California’ was released today. Needless to say, we are at the edge of our seats. Dropping via Screen Media on October 6, the movie centers on a high school student named Dallas who decides to uncover the cause of his father’s death. As he goes on his journey, Dallas and his friends expose a government conspiracy that has been kept under wraps for years: proof… Read more »
Hear a fantastic conversation with Darian Sanders and Khalifa White, the stars of The Lion King North American tour, before revisiting some conversations about spy romances and femme empowerment.
If you’re obsessed with the riot grrrl movement, then you are likely a fan of Bikini Kill. The Washington-based punk band, known for coining the term’s unique spelling, did their part to speak out against misogyny, the patriarchy, and standing up for various feminist topics. Now, frontwoman Kathleen Hanna is telling her story in her upcoming memoir, ‘Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk.’ Set to drop online and in bookstores on May 14, the book will take readers on a journey from Hanna’s childhood to her days grinding on the road with Bikini Kill. Being in an all-girl… Read more »
Love You Later – the project of Nashville-based singer and songwriter Lexi Aviles joins the show this week to talk about her new EP, ‘From The Window Seat.’ We discuss the themes of growing up, self-healing, and the weight of becoming an adult. We dig into a few tracks on the EP and explore how music can always bring us back to a specific time in our lives. Lexi was a joy to connect with, and I hope you enjoy the episode.
UK rock band, Superlove has a new album out follow:noise via Italy-based indie label Rude Records, and I have a feeling you will love it. In this week’s episode, Superlove’s Jacob Rice digs deep with me on some tracks I can’t stop listening to – or thinking about. The album is loaded with empathetic lyrics that allow me to reflect on my own growth and evolution. We discussed how the internet is a breeding ground of unrealistic (yet inevitable) comparisons, how to stay motivated when goals feel unattainable and much more.
Cleveland, OH’s Rusted Hearts have made a triumphant return with their latest effort, “Keep It Clean (Cut It Off).” Their new single serves as a captivating preview of what’s to come on their highly anticipated forthcoming album, Broken Pieces That Once Fit Together, set to release in August. With “Keep It Clean (Cut It Off),” Rusted Hearts once again showcases their ability to deliver an impactful musical experience. The track serves as a powerful anthem urging listeners to take control of their lives by severing ties with toxic relationships and situations. Drawing from personal observations and experiences, the band skillfully… Read more »
NORMY is the side project of many notable staple musicians in the punk scene. Consisting of Eric Egan (Heart Attack Man), Steve Perrino (Walking Wounded) and George Lucarelli (Highway Sniper, You Die First), the band could be categorized as a pop punk outfit. However, not the Machine Gun Kelly, Mod Sun, Lil Lotus type. They’re more in the vein of the era of Sum 41, Rise Against, and American Hi-Fi. The band is fast, loud, and full of grit. They are known for their high-energy live shows and irreverent humor. Today NORMY announced their signing to Smart Punk Records and… Read more »
