In episode 277 of the podcast, we dig into the legendary album from The Smashing Pumpkins, ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’, with friend of the pod and the King of Maine, Spose. We talk our first memories of the album, the hold it had on us from the jump, it’s ability to move from genre to genre, and the audacity to put out such a masterpiece during the mid 90’s. A true one of one record. We start the episode with a little catch up with Spose. He has a few shows in the northeast this sum...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 277
In episode 276 of the podcast, we’re joined by Josh Grabelle, founder and owner of Trustkill Records. We dig into 3 classic Trustkill releases from Poison The Well, Terror, and Bleeding Through. We find out the circumstances of how the records came to be, how the bands ended up working with Trustkill, and everything in between. There are all kinds of nerdery nuggets throughout, and these types of convos are some of our favorites to have. We start the episode with a little history of Trustkill, h...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 276
In episode 275 of the podcast, we’re joined by Robert “Woody” Nelson, podcaster and radio personality, as well as Deftones superfan, to talk all things ‘White Pony’. We dig into our early memories of the record, the steps that lead the band up to this point, the new chances taken, and the honing of the sound of the band. ‘White Pony‘ and its legacy can’t be denied. We wouldn’t be a podcast without records like this one! We start the episode with Woody’s involvement in ‘For The Song You Saved’, t...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 275
In episode 274 of the podcast, we pick up where we left off with (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos, continuing our discussion on 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. We dig into how they chose singles, how they were able to land features from Serj Tankian (SOAD) and Morgan Lander (Kittie), Chad having the foresight to record backstage home videos of touring the album, and how they look back on the album now that 25 years have passed. We were so stoked to be...
Jun 16, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 274
In episode 273 of the podcast we’re joined by (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos to discuss 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. We dig into where the band was at coming off the self-titled record, how the songs started to take shape while touring, their undeniable chemistry as a band at this time, and so much more in part 1 of this 2 part conversation. Chad and Wes rule (The Guitar Brothers!), and we were more than stoked to get the behind the scenes storie...
Jun 09, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 273
In episode 272 of the podcast, we’re joined by Doug Robb, vocalist of Hoobastank. We dig into the bands come up, their circuitous route to getting signed, hitting the mainstream with their self-titled debut and then blowing up with ‘The Reason’. This is a great look at the bands career, and how they came to be so well known today. Check out Doug and Hoobastank here: Web: https://hoobastank.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @hoobastank Doug IG: @hoobadougrobb Doug X: @hoobadoug Photo Credit: Courtney Coles Podca...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 272
In episode 271 of the podcast, we’re joined by Matt (vocals) and Will (guitar) of the band Gridiron. We dig into how they went from playing Call of Duty/joking about starting a band to being on the verge of dropping their 2nd LP, how much fun they’re having making music in Gridiron, and their sick new record, ‘Poetry From Pain’, out May 30th on Blue Grape Music. This was a blast, the Gridiron boys are about to set it off with this new chapter. Check out Gridion here: IG: @gridironhardcore X: @gr...
May 26, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 271
In episode 270 of the podcast, we’re joined by David (vocals, guitar) and Neil (guitar) of the band Charmer. We dig into their formation in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, their consistent growth as a band, and their excellent new record, ‘Downpour’, out May 23rd on Counter Intuitive Records. This was a fun one, Charmer continues to put out interesting and exciting music, we think you’ll dig it! Check out Charmer here: Web: https://charmermi.com/ IG: @charmermi_ X: @charmer_mi Photo Credit: Jes...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 270
In episode 269 of the podcast, we dive deep on one of our favorite records of the early 2000’s, Fenix TX - Lechuza We dig into our early memories of the record, the leap forward in sound and maturity, and then go track by track through the album. This is a special one for us - this record is an all time Podioslave classic. We start the episode going over the non pod related stuff we’ve been listening to recently. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com ...
May 12, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 269
In episode 268 of the podcast, we take a look back at 20 years of the 4th studio album from Queens of the Stone Age, ‘Lullabies to Paralyze’. We dig into our early memories of the record, the pressure to follow up ‘Songs For the Deaf’, QOTSA’s consistent confidence, and much more. An amazing record from an amazing band. We start the pod by talking about how different bands aesthetics are crafted, and how a band like QOTSA has done it perfectly for so long. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follo...
May 05, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 268
In episode 267 of the podcast, we take a look back at 311’s now classic self-titled record. We dig into our early memories of the record, their uniqueness as a band, their iconic style and swagger, and where it holds up in a very stacked legacy. We likely wouldn’t be a podcast without 311, and this record is a big reason why! Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podiosla...
Apr 28, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 267
In episode 266 of the podcast, we’re joined by Eric Egan, vocalist and front person of the band Heart Attack Man. We dig into Eric’s early days in bands, 90’s music, the Cleveland scene, finding your voice as an artist, and their excellent new album, ‘Joyride the Pale Horse’, out April 25, 2025. Big things are coming for HAM with this release, and we really think you’ll dig this convo. Follow Eric and Heart Attack Man here: Web: https://heartattackman.com/ Eric IG/X: @derrickdegan HAM IG: @heart...
Apr 21, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 266
In episode 265 of the podcast, we dive deep into the metalcore classic, Poison The Well’s ‘The Opposite of December…A Season of Separation’. We brought along Sean, vocalist of Portland, ME funk metal band Trawl to share his thoughts. We dig into our early memories of the record/band, the massive influence and legacy this record has, Poison The Well being a Mount Rushmore metalcore band, the importance of Trustkill Records, and much more. This is a special one, from a time when the genre was stil...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 265
In episode 264 of the podcast, we welcome back Greg Bergdorf, founding member and original guitarist of Zebrahead, to talk 25 years of their album ‘Playmate of the Year’. We dig into the pressure of following up ‘Waste of Mind’, writing and recording, touring the world, and of course hanging at the infamous Playboy Mansion. This is a fun trip down memory lane for all four of us. Greg and his new bandmates in the Bourbon Brothers are consistently playing gigs in the ATL area, find them and say hi...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 264
In episode 263 of the podcast, we’re joined by Anthony Davis, one half of the hip hop group Atmosphere. We dig into his creative process, leveling up as an artist over the years, 30 years of Rhymesayers Entertainment, and the 4th installment of his ‘Collection of Sounds’, dropping April 4, 2025. This was a real special one for us. We’ve been following Atmosphere for almost 25 years, and Ant is a legend! Check out Ant and Atmosphere here: Web: https://atmospheresucks.com/ Ant IG: @antturnthatsnar...
Mar 31, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 263
In episode 262 of the podcast, we’re joined by Andrew (guitar/vocals) and Matt (guitar/vocals) of the punk/pop punk band Borderlines. We dig into their come up in our home state of Maine, cutting their teeth in The Leftovers (and other bands), writing music, their first full length after 10 years as a band, and their recent EP, ‘Repair Kit’, streaming everywhere now. We finish up with the Mount Rushmore of Maine bands. This was a fun one! Check out Borderlines here: IG: @borderlines_official Pho...
Mar 24, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 262
In episode 261 of the podcast, we take a look inward as we celebrate our 5th anniversary as a podcast. From humble beginnings recording in Anthony’s basement, to the now 120+ interviews, covering festivals, making friends and so very much more. We’re thankful for anyone who’s spent time with us over the years. Cheers to you, PodHeads, and cheers to more nerdery! Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to h...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 261
In episode 260 of the podcast, we’re joined by Chris Ballew, frontman and bassist of The Presidents of the United States of America, to talk 30 years of their self titled record. We dig into the bands formation, lead up to the album, creating the album, signing to Columbia Records, touring the world and much more. This episode is bursting at the seams with 1990’s nerdery. Come for the 2 strings, stay for the “swamp toe”. Check out Chris, his solo music, and PUSA here: Web: https://chrisballew.or...
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 260
In episode 259 of the podcast, we’re joined by the one, the only, Daryl Palumbo of Head Automatica/Glassjaw. Head Automatica is BACK. We dig into how that came to be, their two new songs, more music/shows on the horizon, their creative process, and more. This was a huge one for us, as we’ve been fans of Daryl and his many projects for 20+ years. We appreciate you checking it out. Check out Daryl and his projects here: Daryl IG/X: @darylpalumbony Head Automatica IG: @headautomaticaofficial X: @He...
Mar 03, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 259
In episode 258 of the podcast, we welcome on Lewis (guitar) and Sam (vocals) of the band Oversize. We dig into their formation in England, catching and playing shows as a band early on, how Oversize came to be, and their awesome new album, ‘Vital Signs’, out February 28, 2025 on SharpTone Records. Oversize is a band with the arrow pointing up. We think you’ll dig this convo. Check out Oversize here: IG: @oversizeband X: Oversizebandxl Photo Credit: Richard Mukuze IG @richard.mukuze Podcast theme...
Feb 24, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 258
In episode 257 of the podcast, we’re joined by rapper/MC, Brother Ali. We chat about his come up as an artist, when he first knew rhyming was his calling, working with Anthony Davis, and his phenomenal new album, ‘Satisfied Soul’, out everywhere on Mello Music now. This was a special one for us, Brother Ali is a legend! Check out Brother Ali here: Web: https://www.brotherali.com/ IG: @brotheraliisblind X: @brotherali Photo Credit: Brian “B+” Cross (IG: @bpleasel) Podcast theme performed by Trawl...
Feb 17, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 257
In episode 256 of the podcast, we dig into 30 years of Green Day’s punk fueled masterpiece, ‘Insomniac’. We hit on our early memories of the record, its pace and subject matter, following up ‘Dookie’, the musical brilliance of all three members of the band, and much more. This was a great trip back to a time that shaped us as music fans. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support...
Feb 10, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 256
In this bonus episode, we talk about seeing Jerry Cantrell live in Portland, ME with special guest Filter. A legend in the game, this was a fun one! Photo Credit: Jason Archbold Web: https://jasonarchbold.com/ IG: @jayarchbold Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, ...
Feb 07, 2025•13 min
In episode 255 of the podcast, we welcome back Matty Arsenault, vocalist of A Loss For Words. After a brief catch up, we dig into 25 years as a band, and then pivot to a deep dive on their first full length album, ‘The Kids Can’t Lose’. We hit on everything - context of the time, the making of, it’s release and response, and much, much more. As a bonus, Mikey Adams (bass) joins us at the end for some bonus nerdery. Matty is an all time Podioslave guest! Follow Matty and A Loss For Words here: IG...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 255
In episode 254 of the podcast, the three of us take a look back, and forward, to where things are going in the music industry. Is heavy music at a tipping point? Is festival season over? Who has room for all of this vinyl? Will buying tickets to shows become……easier? We tackle all of this and more. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscr...
Jan 27, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 254
In episode 253 of the podcast, we are joined by Grant Whiteoak, vocalist and guitarist of Heart to Gold. We dig into Grant’s start in the scene, the band’s come up, signing to Memory Music, working with Will Yip, and the creation of their stellar new album ‘Free Help’. Grant is a real one! Photo Credit: Joma Mandocdoc (IG: @jrm.ptrp) Follow Grant and Heart to Gold here: Web: https://www.hearttogold.com/ IG: @hearttogold X: @heart2gold Grant IG: @imhypedonit Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Foll...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 253
In episode 252 of the podcast, we dive deep on No Doubt’s ‘Tragic Kingdom’. We talk early memories of the record, the context of the time, the start of Gwen Stefani’s massive celebrity, and some “what if’s” surrounding the band, where they were headed and what might have been. This was a fun one to dig into. We open the show with a promise, a resolution even, to binge more nerdery in 2025! Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband...
Jan 13, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 252
In episode 251 of the podcast, we are back with another installment of PERFECT SONGS. This time, rock radio DJ Rob and musician/audio engineer Kevin Kennie join the fun. We each come to the table with songs that we think are perfect. What makes a perfect song? You know it when you hear it. Many different twists and turns in this one, including but not limited to: Bottles & cans, falsetto singing, songs from the 70’s, 80’s 90’s and 2000’s, and much more. Listen to the playlist on Spotify here...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 251
In episode 250(!) of the podcast, we pick up where we left off with Damien Moyal during Ep 247. We dig into what the heavy music scene looks like at the end of its biggest year, music Damien is spinning, cool vinyl purchases in Europe, a little more tour talk, and a bunch of different odds and ends. This one is nerds at the bar. Enjoy! We sincerely thank anyone who’s checked out one of our 250 episodes. Check out Damien and his projects here: Damien IG: @notdamiendone As Friends Rust IG: @asfrie...
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 250
In episode 249 of the podcast, the three of us discuss the now classic, quarter century old, ‘Californication’. We dig into our first memories of the record, the context of the time, the rejoining of John Frusciante, favorite tracks, and much more. What are your memories of the crown jewel of the Chili Peppers catalog? We’d love to hear em! Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Supp...
Dec 23, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 249
