The Austin Young Show

Heather Augustyn has spent decades documenting the history of ska and Jamaican music, making sure the people who helped build the genre don't get lost along the way. The author, educator, and longtime ska enthusiast joins Austin Young for a conversation about the music, the musicians, and the often-overlooked stories behind one of the most influential genres to come out of Jamaica. We get into Hea...

MC Lars joins The Austin Young Show for a conversation about Edgar Allan Poe, nerdcore hip-hop, ska, punk rock, and what it takes to build a lasting career as an independent musician. Lars is back with the expanded anniversary edition of The Edgar Allan Poe LP , a 19-track lit-hop project that turns Poe's stories and poetry into hip-hop, complete with dark humor, literary deep cuts, and collaborat...

Ballyhoo! frontman Howi Spangler joins Austin Young to talk about Bad Summer , the Maryland band's tenth studio album, and why this time around they leaned harder into pop punk and rock without leaving their reggae-rock roots behind. We get into “The Alchemist,” “Blood Money,” and what happens when a band known for laid-back reggae jams decides to turn up the guitars. Howi breaks down what it was...

Dallas-Fort Worth ska band Pure Genius is back, and after years away from the scene, they're working on new music and finding out that the old songs still have an audience. Austin Young sits down with Nick and Josh to talk about the band's return, their roots in the DFW third-wave ska scene, and what it's like getting back together after spending years doing other things. If you like ska punk, loc...

What happens when a group of guys in their 40s decide it's finally time to stop talking about starting a punk band and actually start one? On this episode of The Austin Young Show, Austin sits down with DFW pop-punk band Tomorrow Fades Away to talk about how the band came together, the story behind their name, their evolution from a four-piece into a three-piece, and finding their sound in the mid...

Mason Adams of Mason Adams Project joins The Austin Young Show for a conversation about music, family, songwriting and seeing life from a different perspective. Mason talks about his upcoming single **“Tanqueray,” growing up with a musician dad and his lifelong connection to music. We also get into his love of jam bands and how that influence has found its way into his own approach to making music...

Boss Riot joins The Austin Young Show to talk about Here We Go Again , their newest album and a record shaped by some very real challenges. Made during COVID while members of the band were dealing with surgeries, cancer, loss, recovery, heartbreak, fear and hope, the album became a reflection of everything life was throwing at them. We talk about the song “Don’t Grow Up Too Fast,” the role music c...

JER joins The Austin Young Show to talk about what it's like being an artist right now, the struggles facing bands and musicians, and the reality of trying to build a life around music. We get into Supernova Ska Festival, JER's experience as an educator, why music education matters, and the current political climate — including the absolutely bizarre situation where brass instruments seem to have...

Blake Rules joins The Austin Young Show to talk about his new album Synth City, his connection to the Supernova Ska Festival, and his completely unpredictable musical career. We get into ska, DIY music, his work as illustrator and the many strange and wonderful places his creativity has taken him. It's a conversation about music, community, and refusing to stay in one genre. Follow Blake Rules:  h...

Tim Hildebrand of Catbite joins The Austin Young Show to talk about the band's new Doom Garden EP, working with Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump on "Tired Of Talk," Catbite's history with Supernova Ska Festival, and their return to the festival in just a few weeks. Tim also opens up about what's next for Catbite and whether Doom Garden could mark the end of their run with Bad Time Records though nothi...

King Booty Disco frontman Vic Toruno joins The Austin Young Show for a conversation about disco, music, the DFW scene, and the band's brand-new album, Disco Crush. We get into the band's sound, the creative process behind the new record, and what happens when you combine serious musicianship with a band name like King Booty Disco. It's funky, it's weird, and somehow we managed to keep the conversa...

Chaos arrives on The Austin Young Show as Dallas hardcore punk band No-Fun stops by to talk about their new demo, featuring members of Casual Relapse, The Fullstops, and Crystal of Agony. What starts as a conversation about the band's music quickly goes off the rails with stories about a new straight edge lifestyle, accusations of being on Grindr, and plenty of unfiltered laughs along the way. If...

Podcasting has changed the way we tell stories, consume media, and connect with audiences—and filmmaker Shaun Michael Colón joins The Austin Young Show to share how he captured that evolution in his documentary Age of Audio . We discuss the seven-year journey of making the film, the history of podcasting, the pioneers who built the medium, independent filmmaking, and what the future holds for audi...

The founders of The Festival , Nick and Dustin, join The Austin Young Show to talk about what it really takes to build an independent music festival from the ground up. Best known to many as members of the Dallas ska band Set The Tone , they share the story behind launching the festival, the challenges of supporting local artists, the importance of the DIY music scene, and what's in store for this...

his week, I'm joined by Tonino Baliardo, the legendary guitarist, composer, and founding member of the Gipsy Kings, for a conversation celebrating more than four decades of unforgettable music. Tonino discusses the inspiration behind Historia, the latest album from Gipsy Kings featuring Tonino Baliardo, and how it reflects the band's remarkable musical journey while honoring the sound and traditio...

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This week on The Austin Young Show , I sit down with Jennifer “Zooki” Sturges of Ex Regrets for an episode packed with passion, purpose, and new beginnings. We talk about the roots of Ex Regrets and how Zooki’s riot grrrl influences along with her work with queer, trans, and femme communities in North Texas have shaped the band’s sound and message. What’s coming up: Riot Girl Fest 2025 Zooki annou...

This week on The Austin Young Show I’m sharing some of my current playlist favorites including new music from Sloth Fist and talking about what’s happening around Deep Ellum. Dezi 5 is bringing an iconic headline performance to the historic Kessler Theater, and Loyal Sally is back from the dead with a headlining show at Deep Ellum Art Co along with a new album in the works. The playlist is packed...

On this episode of The Austin Young Show , I sit down with Rev. T Sinister and Jenny Whiskey of legendary ska-punk band Hub City Stompers to talk about their new album Drinking Rage —a album that no two songs that sound the same, unbelievable fun, energetic, and unapologetic social commentary. You have to listen to it. We dig into the stories behind the songs, what keeps them going after all these...

Aaron “AC” Capers pulls up—drummer for Justin Ross & Deadwood Revival, and one of the hardest-working musicians in DFW. We talk about why he had to leave King Booty Disco (turns out being in every band has a breaking point), what’s happening with Further North, and his new book Over the Barline —a powerful, poetic dive into rhythm, life, and everything in between. He also gets real about his love...

On this episode of The Austin Young Show , Austin and co-host Veronica Young bring you updates from both the art world and the music scene, plus some major announcements. Veronica shares the story behind her latest mixed-media piece, which is featured in the “Divine Timing” group exhibition opening Thursday, July 24 from 6 to 9 PM at Arc Gallery , located at 2602 Main Street, Deep Ellum, Dallas, T...

In this episode, I sit down with emerging Dallas hip-hop artist Brandon Lawson. Brandon opens up about his family’s deep musical roots and how growing up surrounded by music shaped his journey as a songwriter and performer. From learning instruments at a young age to blending his love of anime and Nickelodeon into his sound, his story is equal parts heartfelt and offbeat. We talk about the origins...

In this episode of The Austin Young Show , we’re diving into the lineup for Sweat Fest TX 2025 , a one-day, two-stage music festival packed with 16 incredible bands, cold brews, and community energy—all in support of Amplified Minds , a nonprofit focused on mental health and addiction recovery. Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Location: Growl Records / Division Brewing 509...

Join me and Veronica as we go through some fun stories of our time in the UK and I play my favorite UK bands.  Dub Pistols - I Predict a Riot  Lives On Hold - Pathetic  Radicus - The Spark 2  Popes Of Chillitown - Crashmat  $up - High or Dry The Ruined - Death Will Be A Lady  The Hoax - Now We Are Hero's  *DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights bel...

Re-Enjoy this episode from January: In this episode of The Austin Young Show , I sit down with the Austin-based ska powerhouse Hans Gruber and the Die Hards. Recorded on the back patio of Three Links during the final stop of their tour, this conversation dives into the band’s unconventional approach to music, wild tour stories, and what it takes to keep the ska and punk scene alive. We also chat a...