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Grouplove has a new album coming out and they're about to hit the road with Pink! We chat about the theme for the album, tour life on the bus, and how the band has evolved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with Nasri from MAGIC! about their hiatus/break up, the theme of the new album, and what makes them different from a lot of other bands. Spoiler alert: it's the groove! We also cover motorcycles, dancing, and a whole lot more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Paul and Sasha Sirota of GXTP (Guns and Toilet Paper) tell us what it was like to work with Tommy Lee on their new song "Contraband!" Plus, they give us a lot of hints of fun stuff ahead and share the real reason they named themselves after the most hoarded items during the pandemic! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb from Colony House called in to talk about touring, the new album, and some of his favorite memories of Madison! We also talk about spooky trains and the band's new effort to raise money for earthquake victims. You can find more info or donate now at existforgood.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rec Hall might seem somewhat elusive online but they've got big things on the horizon! Here we talk about their song "She Doesn't Get It" being a blue-print moving forward: "...how can we relate this back to 'She Doesn't Get It'? How can we have our new songs be in conversation with that first release?" We also chat about production, their tour with lovelytheband, and how they know when a song is...

Senses are out on tour so they stopped by the studio to catch up on everything that's happened since we talked to them in October! We get updates on the new EP, Maddie's feelings on the Packers, and who is driving the bus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wilbur and Mark from Lovejoy tell us about how they formed during the pandemic and what it's been like doing the whole band thing backwards: "most bands have to make good music to have their audience come and listen to them... we got the audience so now we have to make good music to prove to them that we're worthy of it." Plus, find out what Mark is most excited about when they play the Riverside...

"Raw" and "honest" are words that Weathers used to describe their upcoming album "Are We Having Fun?" that is coming out on May 5th. We met up in Las Vegas to talk about the album and their new song "ALL CAPS". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Martin grew up just a couple hours outside of Madison and is now making music in LA. He's ready to hit the road with his new song "Dandelion Eyes" out now and his new EP "Velvet Time" coming out in June... "I am desperate to perform because this music is so special to me. The dancing shoes are polished and you can see your reflection in them." Hit play to get to know him before you see him...

It's been over a year since we chatted with Louis Petrella from Sorry It's Over. They've got a new song called "Dog Daze" so we catch up on how things are going for the band and what's coming up this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From being homeless as a kid to pro skateboarder to burgeoning rockstar, Chad Tepper shares how he got here and how music has always been there for him: "Music was always my escape. It was the only thing that ever made me feel good. It was the only thing in my world of chaos that grounded me and rooted me into this earth and gave me a purpose."  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Tom MacDonald! Controversial rapper with a hit pop song called "Ghost" that is blowing up everywhere. We talk about the song's origin, how he and his family run everything themselves, and a little about politics: "I've done a lot of politically charged music, but I think that I've sort of criticized both sides of the spectrum and sort of been an activist for standing in the middle of the spec...

Madison native JaLu is making a name for himself in Denver and online! He stopped by this week to chat with Pat about his sound, how he got started, and where you can find his music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Moss stopped by on December 9th to chat with Ebo about van life, the exciting things happening in their career, and "respectful moshing" at their shows! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran from Circa Waves Zoomed in from the UK to talk about how he'll celebrate the holidays, 10 years of Circa Waves, and the new album "Never Going Under" coming out January 13th, 2023! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marlon Harder from Autopilot called in from Saskatchewan to talk about their recent visit to Madison, what's coming up for the band, and their first American speeding ticket! He also said, "the more different ways I can explore writing, I find maybe that can make me a better songwriter and that's always the goal... just to improve and get better." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

When talking about the inspiration behind his song "Sick Of It' Jean Dawson said, "I was just like really frustrated. I'm like, 'man, we are so mean to each other.'  We have no NEED to be like that. There's no necessity in life, in culture... and everything advances with necessity. There's no necessity for being mean." Listen for more on his new music, where he's going for the holidays, and how he...

In addition to her new music Molly Moore talks about who we are before and after life-altering events, her first tour, and plans for 2023! When talking about her new music she said it's about, "trying to understand myself and find love and accept and make space for some of the more uncomfortable emotions that I've been dealing with. I'm very excited! It's very vulnerable and personal to me, and al...

Aric from The Brevet tells us about their new song, "I hope 'Safe' can help people in a dark time feel like they're not alone." We also get a progress report on the new album and a look into his writing process: "I write a lot about the journey of and search for purpose and meaning in life..." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blue Stones are releasing their new album "Pretty Monster" tomorrow and they told us all about how they controlled the chaos and came up with songs like "What's It Take To Be Happy". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Punk-curious" Senses talks about their new music, playing Pride in Chicago, and what they strive to create at their live shows. Plus, singer Madison Taylor chats about the Green Bay Packers and growing up in Suamico, WI! "We're here, look at us... please." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Chase Jr called in to talk about his family, new music from The Sublets, and his new show Happy Hour Sessions! "It's the same thing with any art... you work on a project and in the vacuum of your mind it seems like a kinda cool idea and then you try to implement it or put it out in the world... you never know... ya know, it stops belonging to you, now it belongs to the world and they can ju...

Luke from The Struts talks about an upcoming album & inspiration for new song "Fallin With Me." Plus, preshow rituals, fashion, cover songs, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cannons is heading out on tour with The Knocks and they're coming to Madison! They'll be at The Sylvee on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 and guitarist Ryan Clapham says, "we're bringing the razzle and we're bringing the dazzle!" Listen to hear about drummer Paul Davis getting shamed by his dog and what they've got coming up in the near future! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Bad Mary! A punk band out of New York that features lead vocalist Amanda Mac, her husband Mike on bass, her dad Bill on drums, and her professor David on guitar. How did they all come together? Hit play to find out! Plus, we talk about the creation of their "The Return of Space Girl" album and movie, what's coming up for them, and where you can find them every week. See omnystudio.com/listene...