OurSpace with Matt Vettese

Bailey Spinn has taken over TikTok with 15M followers but her pivot into music is where things get REALLY interesting. In this episode, Bailey opens up about: • Getting humbled by early hate & using it to level up her vocals • Breaking out of the “TikToker” box and proving herself as a real artist • Her love for Paramore, Evanescence, Poppy, and nu-metal • Her new darker era, her heaviest musi...

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Halifax emo band Customer Service to talk all about their new EP If You’re Here, You Must Be Fine. We dig into their place in the growing Halifax music scene, and how 90s emo influences shaped their sound. We also dive into the meaning behind the new EP, the band’s evolution beyond breakup songs, and why the East Coast might secretly h...

House & Home talk their new album I Won’t Look For You, writing on the road, and levelling up their sound in this interview with OurSpace. Pat breaks down how the band approached their sophomore record, what changed in their writing process, and why this album feels louder, heavier, and more honest than anything they’ve done before. We also get into touring life, balancing relationships, and f...

Collin Hanes from Bearings joins OurSpace to talk all about the band’s brand-new album Comfort Company (out November 7). We dig into what makes this record their most natural-sounding yet, how the songwriting process has evolved, and why embracing imperfection gave the album its character. We also chat about getting older in the scene, the Menzingers’ influence, and how Derrick from State Champs e...

Rody Walker from Protest the Hero joins OurSpace to chat all things nostalgia, new music, and why some classic Protest songs are missing from streaming platforms. We also talk about Rody’s vocal challenges, the band’s unique approach to humor, and how they’ve managed to stay fresh and fearless after 20+ years in the game.

Boys Like Girls talk When We Were Young, perfecting their live show, and the nostalgia of playing songs that defined a generation. Plus, stories from the stage, lessons learned from touring with the Jonas Brothers, and how they keep their energy high 20 years later. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #BoysLikeGirls #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpa...

Bad Religion talk When We Were Young, the evolution of punk and emo, and how they accidentally coined the term “emo” back in 1985. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #BadReligion #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevival #AllThatRaaz #PunkRock #Emo #SceneIsBack #WarpedTour #GregGraffin #BrettGurewitz

Arm’s Length talk When We Were Young, being one of the youngest bands on the lineup, and what it’s like sharing the stage with their heroes. Plus, breaking out from Canada, the story behind their new album, and finding connection with fans across generations. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #ArmsLength #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #E...

Taking Back Sunday talk When We Were Young, the evolution of their sound, and connecting with a new generation of fans. Plus, how they stay true to their roots, lessons learned over two decades, and the energy that keeps their live shows legendary. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #TakingBackSunday #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRev...

Taylor Acorn talks When We Were Young, leading the new wave of the emo revival, and sharing a lineup with the bands she grew up on. Plus, we chat about her latest release Poster Child, finding her confidence as an artist, and what fans can expect next. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #TaylorAcorn #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevi...

Her Leather Jacket talk When We Were Young, breaking into the scene, and what it’s like being one of the newest acts on a nostalgia-packed lineup. Plus, Warped Tour memories, festival discoveries, and new music with members of Underoath! 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #HerLeatherJacket #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevival #AllTh...

Set Your Goals talk When We Were Young, reuniting after years away, and what sparked their comeback. Plus, new music updates, the story behind “Echoes,” and reflections on how the scene has evolved since the 2000s. 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #SetYourGoals #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevival #AllThatRaaz #PopPunk #Hardcore #...

The Cab talk When We Were Young, emo nostalgia, and what’s next. Along with full-circle moments, mental health, and MySpace memories! 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #TheCab #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevival #AllThatRaaz #AlexDeLeon #PopPunk #Emo #SceneIsBack

Plain White T’s talk When We Were Young, emo nostalgia, and the legacy of “Hey There Delilah.” Plus, touring with scene icons, festival memories, and the emo revival in full swing! 💥 Sponsored by All That Raaz Use code OURSPACE for 15% OFF your order at www.allthatraaz.com #PlainWhiteTs #WhenWeWereYoung #OurSpaceMedia #EmoRevival #AllThatRaaz #HeyThereDelilah #PopPunk #Emo #SceneIsBack

On this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I’m joined by Aren’t We Amphibians, the genre-bending alternative/emo band blending indie rock, prog, and post-punk into a sound that’s all their own. We dive into the making of their latest record, their creative process, and how they balance experimentation with catchy songwriting. The band opens up about sampling King of the Hill, navigating the DI...

Indie rock trio Weakened Friends are back and gearing up for their brand-new album! In my chat with Sonia and Annie we talk about the band’s creative process, their emo and alternative rock influences, and the stories behind their latest songs. We also dive into touring life, the DIY music scene, and what fans can expect next from Weakened Friends. If you’re a fan of indie rock, emo, alternative,...

This week on OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Ben and Matt from Pretoria to talk about their latest EP If We’re Pretending — a coming-of-age record about identity, transition, and chasing dreams even when it feels impossible. We dive into: -Why Pretoria refuses to be boxed into one genre -How they make 3 guitarists actually work live -The leap from Grand Rapids to Chicago and how it cha...

Sydney Sprague joins me to talk about her upcoming album Peak Experience (out September 26), the art of short records, touring with Spanish Love Songs, and why Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie) called her single Flat Circle the “song of the year.” We dig into: -How she picks singles (and why one-minute songs still count!) -Balancing heartbreak and fun in her songwriting -Going fully independent on...

Esden from Saturdays at Your Place joins me to talk about their new album These Things Happen (out September 12), their viral hit “Tarot Cards,” and what it’s like repping Kalamazoo in the emo scene. We also dive into the stories behind “Waste Away” and “What Am I Supposed to Do?,” working with Tades on new music videos, and their upcoming tour with Riley! and Carly Cosgrove across North America,...

Dana Bollen put together a 6 episode podcast series called Live Free or D.I.Y and in Matt's chat we dive into his journey from the corporate world to fully embracing the DIY music scene.  In this episode, we cover: 🎸 How Dana first got into the DIY scene 💼 What made him leave his corporate job to take the plunge 🤘 Why DIY is so important to him and the community ✨ What inspired him to create h...

In this episode, I hang out with Summerbruise as we discuss the humor in their music, their upcoming record "Infinity Guise" out September 19, plus how Tades of Hot Mulligan helped them out with a song on their upcoming record.  🎧 Listen to Summerbruise: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dlw6SU2bPJj7kjKKMjhA5 Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/summerbruise/1197825884 Bandcamp:...

Ryland Heagy takes a moment while on tour to chat with Matt about Origami Angel's latest album Feeling Not Found, playing Warped Tour and more!  🎧 Listen to Origami Angel: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cmSXx965Hnm6fP42oW6vY Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/origami-angel/1268165648 More: https://origamiangel.com/ 📌 Follow My Podcast for More Interviews! YouTube: https://...

In this episode, I chat with Durry about their new record and the difference between when they got their first big break to now!  🎧 Listen to Durry: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6zpptMjiapn5PB0Y5k3xWN Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/durry/1565597812 More: https://www.durrymusic.com/ 📌 Follow My Podcast for More Interviews! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OurSpaceMedi...

I caught up with Taylor Acorn ahead of her set at All Your Friends Fest in Burl's Creek, Ontario! We chatted about: ✨ What she's most excited for at All Your Friends Fest ⏳ How artists make it through those long festival days 🎶 Her favourite things about playing festivals 🌭 Go-to festival foods 🤘 Her dream festival lineup 📱 Plus, some fun convos about her viral covers and journey on TikTok!...

In this episode, I chat with Fil and John of World's First Cinema to talk about their unique sound, how it came to be, and of course what cinematic scores would their songs be perfect for? 🎧 Listen to World's First Cinema: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4twMMV3DuDCtmSUosQeWPF Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/worlds-first-cinema/1535824581 More: https://worldsfirstcinema.co...