Shane Murphy

HiddenTracks

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A weekly podcast brought to you by a music lover, talking to musicians and everyday people about the impact music has. Exploring all genres with a variety of guests through open dialogue revolving around a couple of main questions. Listen to find out more!

Author

Shane Murphy

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Music

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myhiddentracks.com

Latest episode

Apr 30, 2026

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HiddenTrack #301 BOX ELDER (Chris Archuleta) 30.04.2026

The 2021 EP "These Distractions Are Constant" introduced Box Elder's raw, confessional approach to indie rock. But the self-titled debut LP, arriving April 3, 2026, marks the project's true arrival. For the first time, Box Elder is a full collaborative effort, with each band member contributing to the sound and vision. The result is an album that maintains Archuleta's emot...

HiddenTrack #300 SOFT SPOT (Gianni Carpanzano) 23.04.2026

Stamford based rock band soft spot is comprised of four gentlemen with a mission to take you through the stars. Drawing influence from iconic rock bands like Alice In Chains, Hum, and Superheaven, soft spot has made an undeniable impact with its moody, expansive sound, and has begun to win over listeners beyond the U.S., most recently garnering attention in South America and Europe. The band is fo...

HiddenTrack #299 BEST BEAR (Blue Barnett) 16.04.2026

BEST BEAR  is a Philadelphia based indie rock band formed in late 2019 and active since 2020. The band works within a slow burn post emo framework, with a sound often compared to The Beths, Sweet Pill, Hop Along, Snail Mail, and early Paramore, emphasizing dynamic pacing, emotional clarity, and carefully constructed songs. Best Bear operates as a rotating collective of Philadelphia based musicians...

HiddenTrack #298 DEAD WRONG (Matt, Rob, and Dan) 09.04.2026

Dead Wrong is a dynamic pop-punk band hailing from Philadelphia, known for their energetic sound and catchy melodies that encapsulate the essence of early 2000s punk revival. Formed in the vibrant local music scene, the band blends heartfelt lyrics with infectious hooks, creating anthems that resonate with themes of youth, rebellion, and personal struggles. Their performances are characterized by...

HiddenTrack # 297 DEMMERS (Brian Rothenbeck) 02.04.2026

On this week's episode we welcome Brian Rothenbeck of the explosive "new" new wave-ish band DEMMERS. Demmers is a band born from the shadowy streets of northern New Jersey, where the desire for escape is ever-present, and the landscape itself carries a touch of dark, haunting beauty. Formed in the fall of 2023, Demmers draws from a wide spectrum of musical influences- from the early...

HiddenTrack #296 ROYDEN (Stephen "Treebo" Pultz) 26.03.2026

ROYDEN  is an experimental post-hardcore band from Rockaway, NJ. Know for a mix of punk, metal, and emo influences. Royden released the EP "Best Friends Our Worst Enemies" and the full length album "In The House Of Attics" on Hopeless Records.  Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespa

HiddenTrack #295 T.GUNN & THE SEMANTICS (Tommy Gunn) 19.03.2026

On This week's episode I had the great pleasure to welcome a dear friend and amazing Artist Tommy Gunn to the show. Tommy's story telling of his life's musical journey is a long winding road with beautiful stops along the way. This episode captures the feelings of friendships, heartache, growth, and the power of positivity in one's life.  Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow u...

HiddenTrack #294 SPRING AHEAD, FALL APART (Rob D.) 12.03.2026

On this week's episode I welcome Rob of the authentic and versatile band from New Jersey SPRING AHEAD, FALL APART.  Rob and I met when I asked his band to headline our "Mending Through Music" fundraising Festival. I could not have been more impressed by him as a person and musician. During this episode we run through Rob's musical life, which has included something we all have...

HiddenTrack #293 ALIEN BOY (Sonia Weber) 05.03.2026

In nearly a decade, songwriter Sonia Weber’s ability to pen precise lyrics and memorable riffs has become laser-focused. As a result, the songs feel like they’ve been assembled with all the intention and care of a mixtape to a high-stakes crush. Caleb Misclevitz, Ellian Conroy, and Derek McNeil round out the band, bringing the giant loud guitar rock feeling these songs require. The Portland outfit...

HiddenTrack #292 LOVIET 26.02.2026

A powerhouse of 90’s-tinged indie-rock, alt-pop, Loviet (pronounced like soviet with an L) has established herself as one of Canada’s brightest up-and-coming artists to watch, supporting critically acclaimed artists The Beaches, Giant Rooks and Jesse Jo Stark, and performing at festivals such as Lollapalooza (Chicago), Summerfest (Milwaukee) and Riot Fest (Chicago) “delivering a show that is fit f...

HiddenTrack #291 RINGSIDE TONIC (William "Billy" Ciccotto) 19.02.2026

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HiddenTrack #290 AUGUSTINES (Eric Sanderson) 12.02.2026

Eric Sanderson is a producer, mixer, engineer, and session musician with over 307 million streams from a career spanning two decades. His recent works include producing and mixing a Billboard Top 10 single for the band Nicotine Dolls, mixing a film for Philip Glass and Godfrey Reggio, and opening Harbor Studios , a 2,000-square-foot recording studio in Red Hook, Brooklyn. As a founding member of A...

HiddenTrack #289 FEVERSLEEP (Matt Farrell and John Drislane) 05.02.2026

"With the perfect mix of melody, aggression, and energy, Portland, Oregon’s FeverSleep land somewhere between the worlds of punk and grunge–if genres are your thing. But, this is no rehash of a bygone era. These well-seasoned musicians pull from a diverse array of influences to create something fresh but just familiar enough to feel like you’re welcoming an old friend.  Consisting of former m...

HiddenTrack #288 COLATURA (Jennica Best and Digo Degorio) 29.01.2026

Colatura makes music that lives in the in-between: sometimes dreamy, sometimes heavy, and laced with fuzzy guitars, undeniable hooks, and raw storytelling. Long a fixture in the Brooklyn scene, the band relocated to Pittsburgh in 2024 and now splits their time between both cities. ​Colatura’s new EP 'If I’m Being Honest' came out August 1st via Easy Does It Records. Produced by Nixon Boy...

HiddenTrack #287 M. BYRD 22.01.2026

"M. Byrd found himself in a wholly foreign place upon becoming a father for the first time. Enveloped by the moment, the German singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer transfers this energy onto his 2025 full-length offering, A Better Place [Nettwerk]." "He took the first step on this perpetual journey as a kid obsessed with music back in Germany. During 2020, he int...

HiddenTrack #286 TINY CITIES (Dennis King and Melissa Anthony) 15.01.2026

On this week's episode I have the great pleasure of welcoming the authentic and harmonious indie folk duo, TINY CITIES.  Not only are Tiny Cities a timeless and soulful group, they are the first fully signed artists to the new Hidden Tracks Records label (HTR). I may be biased, but they have a great beginning and several stories about their personal musical journeys that led them to what is n...

HiddenTrack #285 BRUTALLIGATORS (Luke Murphy) 08.01.2026

Brutalligators started in late 2016 when Paul and Luke met for a coffee and discovered a mutual love of 90s and 00s emo and hardcore. Having been in various hardcore and emo bands throughout the 00s and 10s, they decided to try and write some songs together and Brutalligators was born. Simo and Rhys joined soon after, before they debuted at The Good Ship in Kilburn in 2017. They self-released thei...

HiddenTrack #284 GLITTERER (Ned Russin) 01.01.2026

Glitterer is an American rock band from Washington, D.C. Initially a solo project, the band was formed and is fronted by Ned Russin, vocalist and bassist of the band Title Fight.  Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespa

HiddenTrack #283 HAPPY HOLIDAYS - LIVE FROM HTR (Jeff Caudill) 29.12.2025

We wish everyone the Happiest of Holidays. It has been quite the year for us at HIDDEN TRACKS, and it's all thanks to you. We would like to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of the love and support throughout the year and years of the show. This episode is a special live recording from Hidden Tracks Records. We hope you enjoy and we will be back with season seven of the show...

HiddenTracks #282 RESTROYER. (Grason, Chris, Alex, and Matt) 18.12.2025

On this week's episode we welcome the punk band RESTROYER.  from Salt Lake City, Utah. Restroyer. is a a no-rules celebration of punk rock in all its forms. Blending fast melodic skate punk, gritty hardcore, and classic 90s vibes, they write love letters to the sounds that shaped them.  The SLC-based quartet specializes in the punk rock that you may remember from the late nineties or mid-augh...

HiddenTrack #281 ROSEVILLE (Jake Lyon) 11.12.2025

Roseville is an American independent shoegazy emo band based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brought to you by @sleepcyclespa

HiddenTrack #280 BADVRIL (Becket Schroeder and Tessa Piccillo) 04.12.2025

BADVRIL  is an active American grunge band based in San Francisco, known for their "chaotic, narcotic grunge sound" that blends small-town isolation with the energy of city life. The band is led by Becket Schroeder and closely accompanied by Tessa Piccillo. " BADVRIL  is a band that thrives on the tension between small-town isolation and the frenetic energy of city life. Originally...

HiddenTrack #279 CELEBRATION SUMMER (Greg,Chris,Nate, and Dan) 27.11.2025

CELEBRATION SUMMER  is a melodic punk band from Washington, DC that formed in late 2019 when bassist Greg Raelson set out to channel the sound and spirit of the late ’80s/early ’90s punk he grew up on. Joined by guitarist Dan Hauser and singer/guitarist Nate Falger, the band later solidified its lineup with powerhouse drummer Chris Ricci. With a rhythm section driven by Raelson’s melodic bass line...

HiddenTracks #278 HIDDEN CABINS (Craig Cirinelli) 20.11.2025

Currently based out of both New Jersey and North Carolina, Hidden Cabins is an eclectic, indie alt-folk group comprised of Craig Cirinelli (microphone/hand percussion) & Brian Hofgesang (guitars/textures), writing melodic songs with a simplified vision, yet complex emotive flair. Far reaching exposure has seen the duo journey both within and outside of the US on multiple trips to England, reac...

HiddenTrack #277 MODERN CULTURE (Kevin Dunne) 13.11.2025

On this week's episode I welcome Kevin Dunne from the genre bending band MODERN CULTURE. Modern Culture has been carving out a space with their blend of emo-leaning alt-rock, pulling in shades of shoegaze and post-hardcore, and pairing it with lyrics that stick with you long after the set ends.  Thanks for listening!!! Please Follow us on Instagram @hiddentracks99 Pre and Post roll music brou...

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