The B9 Podcast

Stephen Brodsky (Cave In, Mutoid Man, and many more) joins Chris to talk about their mutual history in the hardcore scene and the difference between independent and major labels.  Host: Chris Wrenn Producers: Bill Fulkerson, Colby Bradford Filming: Bill Fulkerson Sound: Bill Fulkerson Editing: Colby Bradford Set Design: Chris Wrenn

Who would have guessed that World Series Champion Joe Kelly would be a punk fan? Joe sat down with Chris B9 for a very special episode of the B9 podcast to talk about his time playing for Boston, growing up going to straight edge shows and hanging out at skate parks.  Shop the Joe Kelly Fight Club T-Shirt here: https://www.sullysbrand.com/products/joe-kelly-fight-club-t-shirt-2026 Listen to Joe Ke...

We're joined this week in the first remote B9 episode by Andrew Sacher (Ex-BrooklynVegan, Author) to talk about his book Emo Revival and his history covering everything from Punk to Emo music as a music journalist since 2010.  If you enjoyed this episode, please feel free to leave a review!  His book Emo Revival is out today! You can order it here: https://lauren-records.com/products/andrew-sacher...

Chris B9 is joined by the B9 Podcast's very own producer/director, Bill Fulkerson of OTC Industries. They talk about Bill's DIY ethos, from playing in hardcore bands in the 90s to teaching himself how to create documentaries and films that have been in film festival circuits nationwide.  If you enjoy the episode, please feel free to leave a review!  Host: Chris Wrenn Filming: Bill Fulkerson Sound:...

Alex Garcia-Rivera (American Nightmare, Shelter, Piebald, and plenty more) comes to the B9 Warehouse to talk with Chris about his journey creating one of the only 100% analog studios in the country right in his house. They also get into all kinds of stories from Alex's journey in the hardcore scene. Don't miss this one.  Click here to watch a video of this episode. If you enjoy the episode, please...

Chris B9 is joined by Converge's Nate Newton to talk about his latest album, Hum Of Hurt , and their combined history in the hardcore scene. Host: Chris Wrenn Filming: Bill Fulkerson Audio: Bill Fulkerson Editing: Colby Bradford Set Design: Chris Wrenn

Chris B9 is joined by Bryan Harris (Death Before Dishonor) at the Bridge Nine Warehouse to talk touring stories and the era of Friends Family Forever.  Click here to watch a video of this episode. Host: Chris Wrenn Filming: Bill Fulkerson Sound: Bill Fulkerson Editing: Colby Bradford Set Design: Chris Wrenn

Chris B9 is joined by longtime friend Jesse Gustafson (more commonly known as Jesse Standhard) to discuss their 35-year history together, from the early 1990s suburban Connecticut hardcore scene to their respective career paths. Jesse reflects on the DIY hustle that defined their youth, detailing how he started a fanzine at 15 and eventually launched Standhard Records to release early demos for fr...

Taped right before a show at the Bridge Nine Warehouse, Chris B9 is joined by Luke Garro (Piebald, In My Eyes, Fastbreak) to discuss his extensive journey through the hardcore and punk scenes. Garro reflects on his early beginnings in Glastonbury, the supportive nature of the Boston scene, and the organic process behind Piebald's first new record in nearly two decades. The conversation also covers...

Taped right before a B9 warehouse show, Chris B9 is joined by John Coyle ( Outspoken ) to talk about his long history in the hardcore scene, from his early days with Outspoken to the band's current reunion and re-releases through Equal Vision . He reflects on the enduring relevance of his music and the creative necessity that drove early DIY efforts, such as hand-printing covers and designing shir...

Chris B9 is joined by Pat Flynn (Have Heart, Fiddlehead, How Much Art) to talk about his prolific involvement in the hardcore scene, from his time with Have Heart to his current work with Fiddlehead and various "science projects" like Clear and Sweet Jesus. He reflects on the creative drive that keeps him starting new bands, emphasizing that his goal is collaboration and artistic expression rather...