Michael Ciprari

LOYAL TO THE CRAFT

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LOYAL TO THE CRAFT is a punk rock therapy session for creatives chasing impossible dreams. Hosted by Mike Ciprari, founder of SJC Drums and creator of Loyal to the Craft, this show dives into the chaos behind creativity: obsession, anxiety, risk, purpose, burnout, community, and what happens when you bet your life on an idea. Built from decades inside the alternative music scene working alongside artists from Green Day, Twenty One Pilots, Sum 41, Panic! at the Disco and generations of musicians, creators, and outsiders, every episode is about the real stories nobody talks about enough. The str...

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How Kids That Fly Built a Cult Following | Touring, Social Media & Making It as a Band 17.06.2026 53:57

Kids That Fly joins the Loyal Lounge fresh off a month-long national tour to talk about what it really takes to build a band in today's music industry. From fans driving across the country to attend shows, to viral TikToks, Spotify success, life on the road, and the realities of balancing creativity with content creation, this conversation dives deep into the modern musician's journey. T...

Pink Noise Interview on Loyal to the Craft 16.06.2026 43:00

From Fan to Friend: How One Sign Changed Everything 16.06.2026 38:50

What starts as a fan moment can turn into a life-changing opportunity. In this episode, Jack Battaglia shares the unbelievable story of how bringing a sign to a show led to meeting one of his favorite drummers, eventually filling in for them, and building a real friendship and mentorship along the way. The conversation dives into the intensity and passion behind live performance, stories from Warp...

Human Connection Always Wins with Pink Noise 28.05.2026 43:00

In this episode, we cover: Why internet hype is secondary to the "long grind." The legacy Pink Noise wants to leave behind. Under-the-radar band recommendations you need to check out (featuring Silly Goose and Code Words ). Special thanks to the Adobe community and DistroKid for supporting independent music. Don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter at loyaltothecraft.com!

Ninth Key Talks New Music, Authenticity & The Grind | Loyal to the Craft 20.05.2026 53:24

On this episode of Loyal to the Craft, Mike Ciprari talks with Echo and Low Spirit about forming Ninth Key, collaborating for years before launching the project, and the reality of pursuing music in today’s world. From mental health to creativity and staying authentic, this is a raw conversation about what it means to keep pushing forward as artists. Who’s ready for the new Ninth Key music drop?