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Evan Weiss [Into It. Over It. / Pet Symmetry] joins Case to discuss the upcoming IIOI anniversary show at House of Blues Chicago. Along the way, the two discuss legendary DIY Chicago venues, evolutions in the Chicago music scene, the importance of subculture, and so much more!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Case is joined by Julian of Show Me the Body joins Case to discuss the band's new record, 'Alone, Together', as well as struggling with grief, the importance of subculture, and so much more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raygun from Chat Pile joins Case to discuss the band's new record, 'Who Loves the Sun', the inspiration behind the band's gorgeous artwork, how Chat Pile has helped the healing process, and so much more.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the heels of the release of their debut album, Australian imports Radio Free Alice sit down with Case to discuss the magic of guitar tones, the pressure of debut albums, what films have inspired the band, and so much more.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Case is joined by emo standouts Saturdays At Your Place as they discuss life-altering gigs, their relationship with Hot Mulligan, the inspiration behind their iconic album covers, and so much more!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's A Case For, Case is joined by author Andrew Sacher to discuss his new book, 'Emo Revival: Community, DIY, and Rebirth in Post-Hardcore and Emo (2008-2018)'. The two discuss how this book came to be, the hype machine surrounding this era of albums, and the defining songs of the era. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's A Case For, Case is joined by Mike Kinsella of the iconic emo outfit, American Football. The two discuss American Football's recent LP4, how age has impacted Kinsella's writing process, the legacy of American Football, and so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a very long wait, Loathe's follow-up record to 2020's 'I Let It In and It Took Everything' is out now. Case is joined by Erik from Loathe to discuss what took so long, how the band handles the weight of expectations, memories of their 2024 tour with Knocked Loose, and so much more!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Graham Sayle of High Vis returns to A Case For to discuss the band's first experience at Lollapalooza, experimentation in songs like "Mind's A Lie" and "Drop Me Out", Sayle's suicide attempt, and more.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's A Case For, Case is joined by Ryan Bluhm of emo standouts Riley!, who are in the midst of their first-ever headlining tour. The two discuss the pressures of being on a headlining tour, the meta feelings of being aware that you're a part of "emo's next week", unfinished song lyrics, and so much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Rosenstock returns to Q101's A Case For to discuss how his infinite residency at Chicago's iconic Metro venue came to be. During the conversation, the two discuss the return of Bren Lukens and Rosenstock's memories of touring with Modern Baseball, how age has impacted his songwriting process, the emo revival resurgence, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the midst of a rainy, Sunday afternoon at Q101's PIQNIQ 2026, Chicago's own Neptune's Core joined Case for an intimate interview about the band's recent success. The group discusses being underestimated because of their age, opening for Twin Peaks in the midst of their comeback series, what the band is chasing in 2026, and more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s A Case For, Case is joined by Public Opinion’s Kevin Hart. In a lengthy, intimate interview, the two discuss how to understand New Order, touring with Drug Church, Public Opinion’s upcoming release, ‘The Curse of Public Opinion’, and of course, whether or not the Counting Crows are literally the best band ever. ‘The Curse of Public Opinion’...

On this week's A Case For, Case is joined by Scott Vogel of the seminal hardcore band Terror. The two discuss playing with Three 6 Mafia, how Terror has wound up on the most iconic labels in hardcore, how Terror maintains a youthful spirit, and more!  A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid f...

On the heels of Q101's 2026 PIQNIQ announcement, pop-punk standouts Action/Adventure joined Case in the Q101 Lounge for an exclusive conversation about what to expect when the likes of Action/Adventure and Joyce Manor hit the stage that weekend, how recording their latest album almost led to the band breaking up, what happens when fire ants attack on the road, and so much more! See omnystudio.com/...

Grab a pint and enjoy this intimate conversation between Case and one of Ireland's greatest exports, NewDad. Taped moments before NewDad hit the stage for a packed gig at the Metro in Chicago, Case and frontwoman Julie Dawson discussed the difficulties of eating on the road, the confusing nature of having people care about what you're making, the band's decision to leave Atlantic Records and the p...

Before they played back-to-back nights at the House of Blues in Chicago, Ludo sat down with Case to discuss playing on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, OJ Simpson stories, memories of playing in Chicago through the years, and so much more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of underground...

Fresh off of a packed show at Beat Kitchen, Good Terms stopped by the Q101 Lounge for an intimate conversation with Case. The band discussed the difference between headlining shows and supporting shows, how to deal with coming down from a buzz after playing a show, ideal road trip snacks, and more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s...

On this week's A Case For, Case is joined by the mastermind behind Glitterer, Ned Russin. The two discuss what it means to have a legacy, the way America has changed through the lens of touring, "hustle culture" entering the world of hardcore, and so much more. A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An a...

Chicago's own Footballhead returns to A Case For for an exclusive conversation regarding their new album, 'Weight of the Truth', as well as their ongoing relationship with 311's Nick Hexum, the evolution of the Chicago music scene, and more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of undergrou...

This week on A Case For, Case sits down with the freshly reunited Shudder to Think to talk about what brought them back together, memories of Dischord Records, and so much more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of underground music, Lowe has spent his entire adult life bouncing back and...

Case is joined by Twisted 2025 openers Out In Front. The group discuss playing Chicago in a bowling alley vs. playing in the Aragon Ballroom, battling imposter syndrome, the meaning behind "fLoAT", and more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of underground music, Lowe has spent his entir...

On this week's A Case For, Case had the privilege of being joined in the Q101 Lounge by Hot Mulligan just days before the release of their new record 'The Sound a Body Makes When It's Still'. The band discussed how the pandemic helped them become more popular, nearly getting kicked off of the Fall Out Boy tour, how the worst parts of emo culture can prey on their own fanbase, and more! A Case For&...

Touché Amoré frontman Jeremy Bolm returns to A Case For to discuss the upcoming 10th anniversary of the band's iconic album, 'Stage Four', as well as what it was like fronting Drug Church for one night only, the future of the band and whether or not he sees an end in sight, and so much more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101&...

Rounding out Case's Riot Fest 2025 coverage, Case sat down with Chase Petra to discuss their whirlwind 2025, what it's like playing music festivals for the first time, and so much more! A Case For… is an interview series conducted by Case Lowe, Executive Producer of Q101’s Brian & Kenzie Morning Show. An avid fan of underground music, Lowe has spent his entire adult life bouncing...