Florida Sound Archive Podcast

From the Slammie Awards to La Fiesta de Punk Rock: Jim Hayward’s Untold Story //////////// In this episode, we are joined by Jim Hayward, the founder of Slammie Productions and a longtime journalist whose career at the Palm Beach Post spanned over 40 years. Jim shares his incredible journey through South Florida’s underground music scene and his parallel life in journalism. He reflects on his earl...

Nancy Goff of Gainesville's Atoms for Peace, Flesh Castanets, and More ////////////// In this episode we are joined by Nancy Goff, a drummer in Gainesville’s early 1980s underground music scene. Nancy shares her story as a member of Atoms for Peace and Flesh Castanets, from playing DIY shows around Gainesville at The Metro and the American Legion Hall, to recording at Mirror Image Studios with Bob...

Dino’s Journey: Three Decades of Experimental Sounds and Visual Art /////////// In this episode, we sit down with Miami’s Dino Felipe to explore three decades of experimental music, creativity, and visual art. From his early days with FKTRN, home recordings, and domestic and international touring, Dino shares insights into his creative journey. He reminisces about shows at Churchills, highlights s...

Matt Sweeting: Tales from the Utility House, Hardback, and More ////////// In this episode, Matt Sweeting shares his story as a longtime part of Gainesville’s punk and hardcore scene since the early 1990s. He talks about growing up in Miami, seeing shows at The Junkyard, The Thrash Can, and other spots both big and small, and eventually moving to Gainesville for college in 1992. He reflects on sev...

The Story of Orlando's Damage with Mike Brown /////// Mike Brown of Orlando synth hardcore band Damage shares the story of the band’s journey through Central Florida’s underground music scene. The band started out as Brain Damage, but shortened the name to Damage for a gig at a Chuck E. Cheese, of all places. From there, things took off. One of their most iconic shows was opening for the Dead Kenn...

The Story of Gainesville's Spoke with Jon, Scott, & Chuck ///////// Have you ever wondered what it would sound like if 90s Gainesville, FL band Spoke, with Jon Resh, Scott Huegel, and Chuck Horne, reunited to tell their story? From their early days growing up in the suburbs of Orlando, moving north to Gainesville, and the band's three-year run, this episode takes you through their journey. The sto...

Drive Choir: Inside the South Florida Scene | Bill Munoz on the Band’s History, Recordings & Stories //////////////////////// In this episode, we talk with Bill Munoz from Drive Choir about the band’s history and the vibrant South Florida music scene of the ’80s and ’90s. Bill shares stories from early recordings, lineup changes, and releases like Tilt, Close Your Eyes, King of the World, and 11 o...

The Return of Oba Frank Lords: Secret Society Reunion & Fallout, Chaos In The Veil & More | Part II //////// Join us as we welcome back Oba Frank Lords of Secret Society / Latin Express! Frank first appeared on the podcast in February 2021, and he’s back to share what’s been happening in his world since then. In Part II, Frank opens up about the reunion of Miami freestyle pioneers Secret Society w...

The Untold Ruby Cadilac Story: From NY to South Florida, The Spanish Dogs, and a Life in Music ///////////////// Ruby Cadilac shares her untold journey from Staten Island, New York to the heart of South Florida’s punk and rock scene. Picking up a guitar at just five years old, she started with lessons and a kiddie girl group before moving to Miami, diving into the disco nightlife and discovering h...

John Urban of Brat on the early 1980s Tampa Bay Metal and Hard Rock Scene //////// In this episode, John Urban of Brat and Urban Vault takes us through the early Tampa Bay hard rock and heavy metal scene. Originally from Cleveland, OH, John moved to Tampa Bay in 1981 and shares memories of the many clubs, bars, and venues he frequented and where Brat performed. From Mr. T's Club 19, 49th Street Mi...

Danny Lore of Against All Authority: Florida Punk & Hardcore History, Tour Stories & More In this episode, Danny Lore of Against All Authority takes us on a journey through South Florida punk history and beyond. Growing up in Princeton, just outside Homestead, Danny shares memories of his earliest concert experiences and influences, including a life-changing Bad Brains show at the Cameo Theatre in...

From Milkshed to Subculture Threat — The Story Of Joe Caro Joe Caro is best known as the vocalist and rhythm guitarist for Milkshed, one of Miami’s most beloved late-90s skate-punk bands. In this episode, we dive into Milkshed’s lineup, discography, and recording history, as Joe shares stories from that defining time in Miami’s punk scene. Joe also talks about his early days in bands like Knuckleh...

////// Joey Wrecked Maya: From Miami’s Early Punk Scene to NYC, Writing, and More ////// "The Drummer From Miami Beach" Joey Wrecked Maya shares his story through Florida’s punk and hardcore scenes—starting with his very first band Eclipse, and continuing with his main Florida band The Reactions. He also played in a number of other Florida punk bands including The Spinouts, Roach Motel, Menstrual...

///////// Michael Bales' Orlando Story: Lovegods in Leisure Suits, Rocket 88 & More ///////// Nearly 40 years of Florida sound and style. Michael Bales’ musical journey spans hardcore punk, funk, swing, and rockabilly — from the raw energy of Lovegods In Leisure Suits, to the retro grit of Rocket 88 and Knock Down Drag Out. He’s shared stages with Jerry Lee Lewis, The B-52’s, Dick Dale, Wanda Jack...

Trash Monkeys and Stun Guns: A Miami Punk Story Join us as we explore the history of two seminal Miami bands, Trash Monkeys and Stun Guns, with George Kelley on bass guitar and Mark Feehan on guitar. George and Mark will take us through the origins of both bands, from the earliest days pre-Trash Monkey days of performance art band Verbal Circus. Trash Monkeys were once the house band at Churchill'...

Behind The Metal: Mark Rodriguez on Tampa's Silent Scream and More Mark shares his story of growing up in Tampa, from his early days as a surf punk attending concerts at the Bayfront Center and Lakeland Civic Center, to discovering the local bay-area music scene at venues like the Ruby's, Sunset Club, and the Brass Mug. He recounts the origins of Silent Scream, including recording three demo casse...

South Florida's Punk Roots: Mike 'Milo' Lesser and Gay Cowboys In Bondage For the first time, Mike 'Milo' Lesser, a South Florida punk pioneer, shares his story. As the vocalist of Gay Cowboys In Bondage, one of the region's earliest hardcore punk bands, Mike recounts his early days attending iconic venues like the Hollywood Sportatorium and Finders, where he saw in their infancy, influential band...

Miami Hardcore: The Story of Destro Hailing from Miami, FL, Destro emerged in the late 90's as a staple in the South Florida hardcore and punk scene. Members Ariel Arro, Roy Ugarte, Chip Walbert, and Kenn Marshall join us to share the story of Destro, from playing shows at Churchill's, Cheers, Club Q, and the Vero Women's Center to touring, recording with Jeremy Staska at Studio 13, the writing an...

The 100th Episode: Exploring the Creative Journey of Dan Cavity Join us for an in-depth conversation with Dan Gorostiaga, a long-time member of Miami's iconic band Cavity! Dan takes us on a journey through his early days playing bass in South Florida's hardcore/punk scene with bands like Dead End, Violent Deed, Powerhouse, and Killer Kane. He shares hilarious and heartfelt stories of playing DIY s...

Dragbody and Beyond: Scott White's Musical Journey Join us as we dive into the life and music journey of Scott White. Growing up in DeLand, Florida, Scott shares memories of his early days playing in his first punk band, Shutout, and his time with Dragbody, formerly known as Contention of the Orders. He reminisces about playing Central Florida venues like Power Station, Happy Days, Club Nowhe...

Fausto: Straight Outta Miami! 40 Years of Punk and More!  Fausto Figueredo's musical odyssey began in the late 80s, drumming for hardcore band Violent Deed (w/ Daniel Gorostiaga & Scott Baldwin) and playing the iconic Cameo Theater at just 16 years old with Genetic Mistake (w/ Juan Montoya). Throughout the 90s, he played in Fruitfly and Jobbernowl (w/ George Van Orsdel), his first band with physi...

The Florida Years of Barry Soltz: Suburban Relapse, Sublapse, and the South Florida Music Scene Join us for a trip down memory lane with Barry Soltz, the mind behind Suburban Relapse, a pioneering South Florida punk and alternative music fanzine, and Sublapse, an influential record label out of Miami. With releases from Morbid Opera, Gay Cowboys In Bondage, and Psycho Daisies, Sublapse and Suburba...

From Gospel to Stage: The Inspiring Journey of Mel Williams VIDEO VERSION AVAILABE ON YOUTUBE! https://youtu.be/nTijYXv4MPs . . Join us as we take a walk down memory lane with the incredibly talented Mel Williams! From his early days with Miami's The Hot Buttered Soul Band, rehearsing at Harry Casey's mom's house in Hialeah, who later would become KC of KC and the Sunshine Band, his time with gosp...

The Untold Story of Malcolm Tent: Broken Talent and the Florida Years Join us for an exclusive conversation with Malcolm Tent, bassist and vocalist of Miami's iconic 80s hardcore punk band, Broken Talent. For the first time, Malcolm shares his untold story, focusing on his formative years in Florida. Growing up in unincorporated Dade County, Malcolm's musical influences were shaped by local radio...

Kick off 2025 with an unforgettable story! Jeremy Staska, renowned music producer and engineer, and founder of Studio 13 in South Florida, shares his incredible journey in the music industry for the first time. From working with bands like Marilyn Manson, Poison the Well, Shai Hulud, to his own thrash metal roots with Sinful Lust, Jeremy dives into the highs and lows of his career. Get ready for i...