This week I have long time friend and DJ, Alex Mac. I met him when he was working for IHeart Radio in Des Monies Iowa, we ended up hanging out and kept in touch, and we even took some adventures together over the years. We catch up and talk about how he got involved with the popular dance night Gimmie Gimmie Disco, and what’s in store for future of Alex Mac. Who knows, some might say that I might be playing the Aug 25/26 2023- 5 year anniversary show on drums with him, but I guess you’ll have to listen to the show to find out.
In this sweeping 2-part discussion, Tommie talks about his legendary decades-spanning career, how he discovered Calvin Harris, signing Calvin’s first records, raver culture, the black & queer influence on dance music, Andy Warhol, Basquiat, Keith Haring, the power of individuality, and how to live a fulfilling life. | This episode is brought to you by the remixer-hiring platform Mixilary.
Shallow Pools have become a scene favorite in the last year. From their recent signing with Equal Vision Records to their appearance on our very own Tate Logan’s Punk Goes Pride, the band is showing no signs of slowing down. Today, they announced their debut full-length, I Think About It All The Time, which drops October 13. To celebrate the news, Shallow Pools released their new single “Nightmare,” giving listeners a sneak peek into the record’s mature sound. Combining distorted guitar riffs with pulsing synthesizers, “Nightmare” is reminiscent of Maroon 5’s Songs About Jane both sonically and in its attitude.… Read more »
Pop-punk powerhouse Pinkshift is hitting the road this fall for a special North American headliner! Hilariously titled the Eat Your Friends Tour, the three-piece unit is bringing JHARIAH and Pollyanna along for the ride. The run will kick off on September 19 at Riot Fest in Chicago, IL, and end on October 21 in Miami, FL. The Eat Your Friends Tour marks Pinkshift’s biggest headlining run to date. After an incredible summer opening slot for L.S. Dunes, along with their upcoming European appearances at Pukkelpop and Reading & Leeds, the band is excited to return home and perform for their… Read more »
After more than a year sans a new release, ERRA, comprised of J.T. Cavey, Jesse Cash, Conor Hesse, Alex Ballew, and Clint Tustin, have unleashed their punishing new single and accompanying music video for “Pale Iris.” Cavey’s commanding growl takes you in a chokehold within seconds of the new track kicking in, his grip unyielding until Cash provides an ephemeral respite. Similar to their past releases, “Pale Iris” presents a profound, introspective narrative courtesy of Cash’s prolific songwriting. As the song progresses, ERRA skillfully integrates atmospheric elements with their signature metalcore prowess, creating a unique fusion of boisterous sound. Read… Read more »
One of the best-selling rock bands of our generation, Green Day has announced a massive 30th anniversary deluxe edition of Dookie today. Originally released in 1994, Dookie was the trio’s incredible breakout album that shot them to stardom. It boasted many of their most iconic tracks to this day. “Basket Case“, “When I Come Around“, “She” and “Welcome To Paradise” are all songs that are widely referenced and highly praised even now, thirty years later. Green Day has sold a whopping 75 million copies worldwide, accumulated over 10 billion cumulative streams, and have been inducted into the Rock and Roll… Read more »
It’s been a busy summer for our Rioters and they’re here to catch you up. Listen out for some new TV & movie recs including the swoon-worthy Red, White & Royal Blue, some entertainment drah-mah, and some throwbacks to American Born Chinese and The Power.
England’s own Static Dress continuously outdoes themselves every time they share a new release. Today, the metal-forward band released a revamped track and accompanying music video for “Di-sinTer (GLITTER REDUX),” from their forthcoming deluxe LP Rouge Carpet Disaster (Redux) due out on September 15. You can score the pre-order vinyl for the 16-track album right now. Reminiscent of Deftones, the new version of their 2022 track combines myriad sounds of emo, metalcore, and modern rock, ultimately refining its more raw elements. As for the visuals, the recent Roadrunner Records signees take a true-to-form DIY approach to their work. Vocalist Olli… Read more »
Alt-pop duo, poptropicaslutz! are back again with another heater of a track. “Upside Down” comes as the second single from their upcoming debut album Face For The Radio due out October 5th via Epitaph Records. Following “What Would You Do To Get Ahead(line)?“, the new track is a little more digestible to a larger audience. It has an incredibly catchy chorus, something poptropicaslutz! is iconic for. They teamed up with merging hip-hop artist, PmBata to feature on the track. Courtney Ballard and KodeBlooded collaborated on the production of the new single. Speaking on the new track and their upcoming album,… Read more »
Interview premiere with drummer Sage Weeber – following his last minute filling in on drums for Bring Me The Horizon. Plus, Nick & Tommy’s most embarrassing childhood stories.
