LOCAL RIFFS

HI WELCOME TO LOCAL RIFFS! in this episode we get a call in from killer thrash/heavy metal/hard rock band from Lafayette,La, Inner Anguish. covering the origins of the name, inspirations for the music, and upcoming plans for the band. we get into everything that makes this band operate. we touch on the meaning of and where the idea for the name of the band came from, and to be honest it kinda hit...

ROUND 2 in this episode we have trigger therapy back on with some new music, new band mate, new drive... but the same IN YOUR FUCKING FACE punk rock attitude that doesn't stand for the political bullshit that the norm seems to be use to. we really get down in the guts of with their single blood and flour. we chat about new music video, new member in the band, some big show announcements and the di...

always switching it up. in this episode with have wasted potency from New Orleans,La. in the studio. being joined by the mohawk, levy beall. we just run it with WayPo about new music and have some laughs. we talk about what has been some inspiration behind some of this unique type of hip hop pop kinda emopop/antipop/hyperpop style of music. really it is truly original and always staying true to hi...

BOOM EP.25 OF S:2. in this episode we do our second time around with blood and earl of New Orleans,La. we went to the headquarters of the band and really got down into some scene hoping and history of where the music from these local bad boys comes from. joined by all members in a awesome interview, we talk new music, new shows and some new videos. YES I am late by like a few months on putting thi...

In this episode we are joined by our close friend and part of the local riffs team via way of St. Petersburg, Fl djkinz. A very prominent dj with a multitude of genere styles, from the south Florida area. joined by other well known djs not only in the area but nationally and world wide, shout out to the man the myth the legend Empire X. Known for his dark and chaotic drum and bass that has been be...

in this episode we have mars and other planets in studio. hailing from New Orleans, la, this very versatile group ties a lot of the folk kinda indie type edge with beautiful guitar playing and tight drum beats with angelic vocals that cut thru to be heard from the roof tops. got a chance to see this great unique band live at the goat in New Orleans not long ago, and let me say WOWZERS. we chat abo...

brax is back and in this episode we are spreading the rot. referenceing from the previous episode with swampbane. these guys bring their unique sound of southern cloud rap on the road. starting with their first stop with a stacked bill on brax's 18th birthday party. wow... how far has brax came since the last interview in season one. been on tour and done shows as far as out to cali and hit th...

back in the mix with swamp bane. this episode we chat about the progress and the moves that has been made since the last season's episode new songs new drops, and new ambitions. a lot has changed since our last chat and lots of progress in swamp's journey. we love chatting about the new style of rap that is hitting the scene. check out all the newest music on all swamp.banes socials. thank...

in this episode we interview THE PAUSE. a punk rock band from New Orleans,La. With some before podcast shenanigans (thanks Hyundai for being so tough) we got it kick off with some laughs and went to work. We talk inspirations and what has brought this fairly new band to grind like crazy as if they have done this all their lives! With various styles imbedded in each of the members talents they tie...

in this episode we sit down with New Orleans own trigger therapy. a hardcore punk group that gets in ya face with intensity from a range that has lots of heart and originality in their music. versatile in their style along with versatility in each members background of up coming and music taste, trigger therapy stays true to the punk attitude letting it all out through their music. we talk about i...

In this episode we are joined via video chat with band LABYRINTH a thrash metal band from Houston,TX . Formed in 2021 by South American frontman Jorge montano. This group of young talented musicians focus on twisting the classic sound of thrash metal and put a new twist on it to light up today’s era of thrash rock! With playing along side of notable acts such as cavalera conspiracy, crypta, Vio-Le...

AWESOME !!!! in this episode we had a blast at the drifter hotel at NOLA DNB & REVEL SCUM's undertow pool party we had members of both collectives on the first half talking inspirations and the history of the music that drives them to create. we cover some of the rich history of the New Orleans edm scene and what the current state is of it is thus far. in the second half we chat with Ashto...

WOWZERS!!! in this episode we hit the metro in New Orleans, La for an iconic celebration, of an iconic era of a people and and an era of a legendary venue, THE STATE PALACE THEATER!!!! we had the utmost honor to be joined by our dear friend dan, best know as DJ STRYFE from Chicago. with a career that spans across the nation he has been throwing down a versatile style of house that has a range for...

in this episode we chat with Cain Valentino & BIG HO$$ from southern, Ms! This was a great one to do, I know I always say that and it’s true, but we get into some great topics. Maintaining relevancy, composure, determination, positivity and quality! We dive into the writing process which differs from the norm! Also chat about cutting ties without burning bridges and just keeping it real with the c...

in this episode we chat with yfw peezy, a local rap artist from Metairie, La. with a style that includes influences from all across the board, this upcoming artists delivers the onslaught of flows and beats people have been lookin for. We get into his writing process and what motivates him to make his mark on the hip-hop/rap world. Dedicated and determined to stay original and keep it real! we tal...

in this episode we are back with Matt and Robin both from New Salem but also have their other projects, Noah Makes Songs (Matt) and Collections (Robin) both from New Orleans,La . we sit and chat about all the upcoming music and plans for the future. we dive a little deeper into the song writing process with Matt as well as have him preform a few songs and song ideas throughout the episode. its alw...

in this episode we chat with Los Angelos, Ca based band, the baby goats! with a heavy funk, new wave and everything in between style, this talented trio gives you exactly what you need. we chat about how things are in the west coast music scene and go over some of their inspirations and what led these guys to become what they are today. another talented band that toughed it out during the pandemic...

wowzers!!!! in this episode. we chat with northshore, la area band ,silent solace, a metalcore band that focuses on the quality and creativity of their awesome sound. we talk writing process, and making of their newly released album (out on all platforms) catharsis. go thru inspirations and what has helped them develop the style of playing they have. also we dive into the integrity and stability o...

in this episode I chat with vocalist travis from the mighty christworm from Baton Rouge, La. this episode was awesome to do. was able to get the call in from travis and chat all things about the band, some song writing and kinda get into what's behind the lyrics and the emotion of writing these massive songs. I was kinda nervous but maybe that's just the fan boy coming out. lol we talk abo...

WOWZERS!!! really fantastic time with Robin, vocalist from Collections out of New Orleans & Fallon, the bands visual director. and I might say, what an interview!!!! we chat about the band and its origins. these conversations lead us to long line of history residing in current local bands in and around New Orleans. with some live performances during the show. this one kills it. thank you to Fa...

hot off the press!!! in this episode we go to raise the death toll's jam spot and chat with vocalist Phillip and we are joined by mr. perfect attendance himself, Steve. we do a livestream on YouTube for this one so if u checked that out you saw how fun this episode was to do. we talk about past band experiences present band goals upcoming shows the music scene and much it has changed in just a...

SHORT AND SWEET!! in this episode I go to NOLA and meet up with FITH (fuckedinthehead). hit the city to check em out at their practice spot, and caught up with ben and James out in the scene for a mini street interview. really, I just wanted to see how these busy dudes get it done. I would have to say southern funk metal with lots of creative improv to keep the pace going. got some raw tracks thru...

in this episode we are joined by Anderson and Tucker of Blue Widow from Baton Rouge, La. an Alternative Psychedelic Rock band that packs a punch with inspirations from arctic monkeys to rage against the machine, these guys sure represent their style to the fullest. we sit down and chat about their new ep brain tracker out on all streaming platforms. trust us if like to self indulge in ear candy th...

wow I mean for real!!! in this episode we have Matt and Brody of newSalem a collective of talented artist from New Orleans, la. that inspire from 80s and 90s to bring a unique alt rock sound. saw these guys at Nolamixrecords a few weeks ago and wow! just very energetic vibe and they brought it for their first live show. we talk writing process, gear, inspirations and more. very awesome episode wit...

in this episode we chat with swampbane, an up and coming artist from southeast Louisiana bringing some serious heat with his style of cloud rap/hip-hop. very talented and down to earth are just some words to describe what we have heard from him. we chat about upcoming shows album release and much more. you can check out the live stream on YouTube. it was just a great laid back vibe. so glad we got...