Growing Up Punk

It's the one where Aaron and David pick their 11 favourite albums from 2023. PLAYLIST Apple Music Spotify OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where Aaron chats with Todd Mackey of Connecticut melodic hardcore band, With Honor. They talk about their latest album, Boundless (Pure Noise). They also talk about what brought the band back together, after a lengthy hiatus, and what it was like getting back into the studio and writing together again. THEIR LINKS Instagram Merch/Music etc. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGR...

It's the one where David chats with Patty O'Lantern (vocals) of Brutal Youth. They discuss their latest record, Rebuilding Year, as well as 'Weird Al', short shorts, and much more. THEIR LINKS Instagram Merch  OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where David chats with Andy Franchere (vocals) of California hardcore band, Ill Communication. They discuss growing up in small town scenes, raising kids in the punk and hardcore scene, as well as Ill Communication's debut full length, Doomsday Brigade. THEIR LINKS: INSTAGRAM MUSIC OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

David has been lying in bed sick. With nothing to do but listen to new music, a lot was consumed. Then, he had a small window where his energy returned, so he figured he would make good of his time doing nothing. This is the result of that. 14 new tracks from artists including: Stateside, MXPX, Fiddlehead, Restraining Order, Wilmette, The Front Bottoms, To Kill Achilles and more! OUR LINKS: GRAB S...

We're still stuck in Canada! So, why not dig in to another two classic Canadian albums? In this one David and Aaron discuss the albums 'Watch Out!' and 'Crisis' by Alexisonfire. As per usual, we share our introductions to the band, general thoughts on the albums, and a deep dive on 4 songs from each. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the middle of summer, so we had to cover a band that takes their name from the season, and has a song named after the season. In this one David and Aaron discuss Canadian pop punk kings, Sum 41 - specifically their albums 'All Killer No Filler' and 'Does This Look Infected?'. They share their first impressions an introduction to the band, Canadian television talk shows, music videos, and wear...

Canadian friends rejoice! On our latest episode, we are tackling the legendary gob. We talk about first getting into the band, and living in a world where even if you werent familiar with their music, you knew who gob was - they were that band that sang about jumping in a lake. Much Music mainstays. We discuss 'How Far Shallow Takes You' as well as 'The World According to gob'. Openers, closers, a...

The Undecided may not be one of the most well known bands, but for Canadian kids growing up on Tooth & Nail Records, and punk rock...they were a beacon of hope. They were 'our boys . In this episode, David and Aaron discuss their two full length releases - sharing their first impressions, and deep diving some of the songs. They get into artwork, openers, alternate openers, and closers. OUR LIN...

Its the one where David and Aaron talk about The Ataris by taking a closer look at two of their albums: Blue Skies Broken Hearts...Next 12 Exits, and So Long, Astoria. They talk first impressions from when they first heard the band and albums, as well as short discussions on openers, closers, and their favourite tracks. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where David and Aaron talk about Saves The Day. They take a closer look at two albums from the band - Through Being Cool and Stay What You Are. They share their early memories with the records, and dive in to some of their favourite songs from the records. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

Its the one where David is joined by Dan Fletcher (vocals) of SLC hardcore band, Run Into The Sun. They discuss the latest singles from the band, as well Dan picks some of his favourite SLC pop punk/emo/indie bands, and David pairs songs with them. PLAYLIST Spotify Apple Music RUN INTO THE SUN: Listen Instagram OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where we play a game! David is joined by Tim Ilardi (vocals/guitar) of Red Weather. They play a game and discuss their latest single, 'Start Again'. The game? David has put together a playlist of songs. Each pair of songs are about a niche subject, or niche metaphor. Tim tries to guess the subject/metaphor as well as the artists. How well can you do? RED WEATHER LINKS: INSTAGRAM MUSIC...

DSCVRD //0323// recaps some of our favourite albums and EPs released in the month of March, thanks to our friends at Discovered Magazine. David is joined by Tony Truzzolino (guitar/vocals) of Tired Radio as they work their way through a loaded playlist of some of the best new releases in the world of punk, hardcore, post hardcore, emo, and more! Featuring music from Tired Radio, Wicked Bears, FAIM...

It's the one where David shares some good hangs with Dom (bass & backing vocals) and Stein (vocals) of Chicago emo/pop punk band, Good Hangs. Featuring a complete listen of the new Good Hangs EP, 'Bad Planet', as well as some other favourites along the way. GOOD HANGS LINKTREE OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

This time we pair new songs with old songs. Featuring music from: Urethane, Hot Mulligan, Samiam, Nearly Spent, Junction 18, Brutal Youth, The Carolyn, ALVVAYS, Manchester Orchestra, Scottie Cyr, Rust Belt Lights, DRAIN, AFI, Roman Candle, Hopesfall, and Sainthood Reps. PLAYLIST: Apple Music Spotify OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where David & Chef Josh play some of their favourite songs to come out of The Blasting Room. That's it. It's just two buds hanging out and listening to/talking about their favourites. Featuring music from Face to Face, Good Riddance, Slick Shoes, Comeback Kid, Hot Water Music, and more! Chef Josh Our Links: JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBO...

Radio, Radio: DISCOVERED //0223// is your recap for some of our favourite new releases, in the world of pop punk/hardcore/emo and more, from the month of February(ish) 2023. We travel all over the world from Salt Lake City to Australia, from Canada to Germany, and all over the UK. Featuring music from: Absolved (photo credit Landon Hale ), Stress Fractures, Hard To Know, X.L. Life, One Of Us, Colo...

It's another Radio, Radio. This time we've got old music and new music. Featuring: Stretch Arm Strong Quicksand Trash Boat Knelt Before Bukowski Trashed Ambulance and more! Grab a copy of the 30th anniversary deluxe re-release of 'Slip' by Quicksand, from our friends at Iodine Recordings . Paylist: APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFY Our Links: JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM F...

It's the one where David and Aaron discuss the New Jersey melodic hardcore band, Lifetime. They take a bit of a dive into their albums Jersey's Best Dancers, and the self-titled Lifetime record. Our Links JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

Radio, Radio: Power Point Is Boring January is coming to a close, so David decided to recap some of the new music released in the past month (or so). Featuring music from: Old Wives, Fireworks, Unarmed, Leiah, Something Missing, Pale Lungs, Riot Stares, Boneripper, Palette Knife, Dosser, Relate., and One Step Closer. Playlist: SPOTIFY APPLE MUSIC Our Links JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SO...

It's the one where Aaron and David return to share their favourite albums from 2022. Playlist: Spotify Apple Music Northern Scene : Save 15% with the PROMO CODE: growingup Our Links JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK

It's the one where Aaron deep dives the new record, Spectre, from Stick To Your Guns with vocalist Jesse Barnett. They take a song by song look at the record, as well as how the title and artwork came about. They also take a quick walk down memory lane, covering some of the history of the band. THEIR LINKS Instagram. Website Northern Scene : Save 15% with the PROMO CODE: growingup Our Links JOIN...

It's the episode where Aaron and David hang out with Andy (vocals) and Pat (drums) of Handheld. In this episode, they discuss some of their favourite Canadian punk bands, and share some stories about their new record 'Canadian Tragedy'. Featuring music from Handheld, Propagandhi, Moneen, Belvedere, Gob, Reset, and more! THEIR LINKS Instagram Merch Vinyl/CDs Northern Scene : Save 15% with the PROM...

It's the one where Aaron chats with Matt Wilson (vocals) of Set Your Goals. Set Your Goals are a band that formed in San Francisco, back in 2004. Over that span they have released 3 full lengths on Eulogy and Epitaph Records. In this conversation they talk about the progression and growth of the band, time spent on Warped Tour, splitting from Eulogy Records, and the stories behind 5 of Matt's hand...