For today's episode, Izzy is joined by garage pop virtuoso Boy Jr. to geek out about the Strokes and talk about their latest album 'Pay Attention to Meeee!.' Digressions include TikTok and social media burnout, our favorite musical duos, and strange musician true crime stories. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT BOY JR. ✨ Boy Jr. is the brainchild of Rochester-based indie pop singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Er...
Jun 22, 2022•59 min
For today's episode, Izzy is joined by Lauren "LG" Gilbert, the brains behind the queer southern rock band Thelma and the Sleaze, to talk about recording a live EP at Muscle Shoals, her band's hometown touring documentary Kandyland , the But I'm a Cheerleader soundtrack, the importance of supporting local venues, and leaving Nashville for greener pastures. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT THELMA AND THE SLEAZE ✨ Known f...
Jun 15, 2022•51 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by Jessica Vaughn, who makes music under the moniker LACES. Vaughn is also the CEO of a multi-faceted music licensing company Head Bitch Music. Izzy and Jess discuss occupying multiple titles as an artist, music executive, and business owner, working collaboratively with the artists she mentors, and her mission to make the music industry a more empathetic and equitable space. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwo...
Jun 08, 2022•44 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by award-winning journalist and child psychology expert Hanna Smith to talk about Season 1 of the Netflix adaptation of the beloved LGBTQIA+ webcomic, 'Heartstopper.' Topics of discussion include Izzy's favorite highlights from the soundtrack, each of their personal connections to the individual characters, and how the show is a perfect model to show kids that queer joy is a direct act of resistance. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://w...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 5 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by West Seattle teen pop rock outfit THEM to talk about their new EP coming this summer, the exciting new wave of youth movements in the Seattle music scene, and writing conversational songs about breakups and hypothetical Netflix dramas. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT THEM ✨ Comprised of four teenage musical virtuosos — Thompson, Hudson, Ellie, and Maia — THEM is a Seattle-based pop...
May 25, 2022•49 min
Today Izzy is joined by Virginia-based indie folk songstress Kate Bollinger to talk about her latest EP, Look at it in the Light. Topics of discussion include Kate's upbringing in a musical family in the south, her expansive tapestry of influences, her latest music video inspired by the Monkees sitcom and "Help!" by the Beatles, and saying goodbye to Virginia. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT KATE BOLLINGER ✨ Kate Bolli...
May 18, 2022•31 min
Today Izzy is joined by their favorite local band Razor Braids to discuss the band's burgeoning success, emotionally-driven songwriting, and post-traumatic growth in the wake of trauma. Topics include lead guitarist Janie Peacock bleeding all over her Les Paul at a single release show, our anticipation for the 'Meet Me in the Bathroom' documentary, and the band traveling to Swan Lake in Upstate New York to role play as a coven in the music video for their single "Don't Stop!" Discover bonus eps,...
May 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Today's guest is indie pop extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist Sarah Elizabeth Haines. Izzy and Sarah discuss how they've taken care of themselves mentally during the pandemic, Sarah's latest album Castaway , and her experience playing the violin and viola on several national tours for Broadway musicals like Les Misérables, Hamilton, and live rock operas like Kansas City Choir Boy with Courtney Love. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosound...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Today Izzy sits down with Russian-Czech art pop songstress Aiko to catch up on her latest singles, incorporating contemporary dance into her live sets, collaborating with Steven Ansell from Blood Red Shoes on multiple projects, and what success looks like in varying cultures. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT AIKO ✨ Aiko is a London-based singer-songwriter from the Czech Republic. Known for her bi-lingual pop anthems tha...
Apr 12, 2022•39 min
Today Izzy sits down with Kassie Carlson, the frontwoman of prolific experimental art rock outfit Guerilla Toss to chat about the upcoming Guerilla Toss album, Famously Alive , their boldest and brightest release yet. Our discussion includes the therapeutic benefits of bringing pets on tour, Kassie's radio show in the Catskills, and life in recovery from long-term addiction. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT GUERILLA TOS...
Mar 23, 2022•58 min
Today Izzy sits down with Eva Walker, lead singer of Seattle blues-grunge outfit The Black Tones, to discuss The Black Tones' Sub Pop singles club contributions, collaborating with Pearl Jam and Ednah Holt, and the importance of valuing creativity over numbers. Digressions include what our last meals would be on death row, Bono opening his mouth (oh no), and learning the declaration of independence from a Fifth Dimension song. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patre...
Mar 09, 2022•59 min
Today, Izzy sits down with versatile pop powerhouse and activist GIRLI to discuss her latest EP 'Damsel in Distress,' feminism, sexuality, mental health, Tegan and Sara, going independent, and much more! Digressions include the linkage between the early-aughts U.S. and U.K. indie resurgences, Remi Wolf, and crowd-surfing statues! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT GIRLI ✨ GIRLI is a UK-based pop singer-songwriter and acti...
Feb 23, 2022•36 min
Today Izzy catches up with Grace and Jade of Sub*T, an indie duo dual-based in Oakland, CA and Brooklyn, NY. They discuss their debut EP 'So Green,' collaborating with Bully in Nashville, their favorite musical sheroes, and much more. Digressions include our best attempt at an off-brand Genius Verified interview, Grace's unapologetic love of Hilary Duff, and Izzy discovering that her former Lit Professor is cousins with a prominent bandleader from the '90s! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and mor...
Feb 09, 2022•32 min
In today's episode, Izzy catches up with Beatrix and Sarah from Norwegian garage pop duo Filthy Burger Girl (stylized FLTY BRGR GRL), to talk about their latest album Love You Forever, the importance of women giving each other space on stage, and writing fluid lovelorn songs about being infatuated with another person. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT FLTY BRGR GRL ✨ FLTY BRGR GRL is a garage pop duo from Oslo, Norway. B...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Today Izzy sits down with Lindsay Love, frontwoman of pacific northwest garage soul four-piece Jaws of Brooklyn. Topics of discussion include Lindsay's altruistic approach to creating art, the loyal community she's found amongst her bandmates, her love of Amy Winehouse, becoming a mother and walking away from music for a decade, and how the pandemic led to her ultimate decision to drop everything and return to her foremost passion: singing. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: htt...
Jan 12, 2022•1 hr 28 min
SuperCoze is the vibrant indie surf rock brainchild of Cody Choi, a queer Korean-American singer-songwriter from Seattle. SuperCoze released their debut album Rainy Day Sunshine – a vibrant blend of dreampop and surf rock with shimmering synths and beachy slide guitars – in March 2020 at the height of early pandemic pandemonium. SuperCoze is known for emanating a colorful candy-coated image while delving into more difficult conversations about mental health in their lyrics. Discover bonus eps, p...
Dec 30, 2021•1 hr 19 min
In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Brooke, Morgan, and Fiona of Philadelphia punk three-piece Froggy to discuss their raucous live sets, emo nostalgia, their favorite pandemic comfort records, and writing songs about 7/11 and Eric Andre. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT FROGGY ✨ Froggy is a hardcore riot grrrl trio from Doylestown, Pennsylvania inspired by the likes of L7 and The Dead Milkmen. Despite only starting...
Dec 16, 2021•45 min
***DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded in August, so there is some outdated dialogue about the Delta variant, which might as well be aeons ago now that we are dealing with omicron. Stay safe, get your booster vaccines, and make sure you're taking the right precautions in public spaces to ensure the health and safety of yourself and your surroundings.*** In today's episode, Izzy sits down with musician, author, and teacher Jen B. Larson. They discuss Jen's upcoming book HIT GIRLS: Women of USA ...
Dec 02, 2021•52 min
Trigger/Content Warning: Discussions of mental illness and suicidal ideation. In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Seattle-based musician Nat Puff of Left at London to chat about her broad range of sonic influences from prog/art rock to hyperpop, soul, hip hop, electronica, and R&B, learning to write songs to "woo the ladies" as a teenager, and the importance of differentiating between self-care and self-indulgence. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min
***Trigger/Content Warning: Episode includes discussions of homophobia and sexual violence.*** In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Eden, Isla, George, and Emma of Aussie queer punk outfit Body Horrors to chat about their debut single "Hate Crimes," the local punk scene in Perth, the importance of caring for one another in a band, and calling out bad behavior both on and off the stage. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOU...
Nov 11, 2021•51 min
In today's episode, Izzy sits down with award-winning rock 'n roll cultural historian and best-selling author Dr. Jennifer Otter Bickerdike. Izzy and Jen chat about Jen's upcoming Britney Spears biography, Being Britney: Pieces of a Modern Icon , their shared love of Shirley Manson, the importance of the legacies of Nico and Marianne Faithfull, and Jen's remarkable story of how she transformed her life and followed her dream of becoming a writer and educator after spending years as a marketing v...
Nov 04, 2021•51 min
In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Patrick Flegel, the brains behind a number of prolific musical projects including Women and Cindy Lee. Izzy and Pat chat about the latest Cindy Lee record Cat O' Nine Tails , their unique array of influences from Karen Carpenter to Les Rallizes Dénudés, and how being raised in a devout Christian household is reflected in their music. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT CINDY LEE ✨ Ci...
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 56 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by the team at Philadelphia-based record label Dime + Dog Records, which is led by a team of all women. Izzy chats with Head of Publicity Mina Johnson, Head of A&R Halie Fox, Head of Label Management Catherine Stagliano, and Head of Artist Management Agatha Zin about their initial forays into the music business, the stark inequities on the business side of the industry, and the future of music-making, live events, and promotion after the pandemic! Discover ...
Oct 06, 2021•43 min
Today's guest is Celeste Felsheim, the leader of Seattle pop-punk/riot grrrl revival titans King Sheim. Celeste chats with Izzy about falling in love with rock as a child when they first heard Nirvana, teaching music to children, performing at a Brandi Carlile tribute event at MoPOP, and much more! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT KING SHEIM ✨ King Sheim is a Seattle-based pop-punk outfit helmed by Celeste Felsheim, Eli...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by the legendary Satomi Matsuzaki, lead singer and frontwoman of the critically-acclaimed San Francisco indie outfit Deerhoof. Satomi recounts how she initially fell in love with music after discovering a Japanese pop idol group called Pink Lady, moving to San Francisco to pursue music, being a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, and Deerhoof's long-running legacy in the indie world. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agr...
Sep 15, 2021•51 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by jazz musician, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Kacey Fassett (she/her). Kacey and Izzy chat about how Kacey first got her hands on the saxophone in middle school, touring Europe with jazz collectives, migrating from New York to LA, and branching into the indie-pop world with her latest EP. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT KACEY FASSETT ✨ Kacey Fassett is a professional composer,...
Sep 08, 2021•56 min
Izzy sits down with Matte (they/them) and Frankie (he/they) of New York-based queer synth-rock duo the FMs to discuss their newest singles, "Song X/Bad Girl" and "Record Store," the strange cultural shift they experienced growing up queer and non-binary in the early aughts after 9/11, and how they kick-started their career by performing at underground shows in Brooklyn. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ SUPPORT THE PODCAST ON PATRE...
Sep 01, 2021•54 min
Today's guests are co-founders of the queer feminist music blog and non-profit organization Get In Her Ears . Izzy sits down with digital editor Tash Walker ( Switchboard ) and features editor Kate Crudgington (The Line of Best Fit ) to discuss queer representation, fighting for positive change within the music industry, and reliving their pop punk/emo angst. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ SUPPORT THE PODCAST ON PATREON ✨ https:...
Aug 25, 2021•53 min
In today's episode, Izzy is joined by multi-disciplinary music-based designer and art director Julia Fletcher. Izzy and Julia chat about their middle school indie Tumblr days, Julia's migration to New York, and how she ended up designing posters, LPs, and merch for Grammy-winning artists and big industry names like The Rolling Stones, Billie Eilish, Carly Rae Jepsen and Nicki Minaj. She just recently designed the LP layout for VIAL’s newest album LOUDMOUTH . Discover bonus eps, playlists, and mo...
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr
In part two of Izzy's conversation with Valentina (she/her) from Sets and the CD, listen to them chat about their gateway indie albums, their problems with the business side of the music industry, the dark side of streaming fraud, Val's disappointment with the new Sweet Trip album, and why Nick Valensi always makes Izzy cry! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨VAL'S SOCIALS✨ - YouTub - Twitter - Instagram - Medium ✨ CONNECT WITH IZZY ...
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 4 min
