Never A Phase Podcast

What happens when the DIY spirit of the Warped Tour community meets a group of musicians determined to give back? We're talking with the bands behind ParkingLot Comp , a new compilation bringing together artists from across the punk, emo, and alternative scenes to support oneanother, introduce fans to new music, and raise awareness for To Write Love on Her Arms.   Cameron, aka Your Elder Emo M...

Never A Phase 35: Half Past Youth On this episodeof the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo talks to Half Past Youth Coming out of Phoenix and Las Vegas, Half Past Youth aren’t waiting their turn. They have only been a band for a little over a year, but hooked up with the legendary ZK Productions to record their first three songs and have hit the ground running. Their first single “Love Letter” will take...

Never A Phase 34: lolislea On this episode of the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo talks to lolitslea. Everything lolitslea touches turns to vibrant shades of blue and green. From her iconic split-dye hair to her fiery presence on and off stage, Lea is bringing back theNeon Pop Punk era one release at a time. She’s a product of the Asbury Park music scene, and it shows: the grit of the Stone Pony mixe...

Never A Phase 33: The Calling On this episode of the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo talks THE CALLING (Alex Band). The soundtrack to your favorite teen mel-o-dramas. The Calling are the multi-platinum Los Angeles rock band fronted and founded by Alex Band. Sincebreaking through with Camino Palmero and the worldwide hit “Wherever You Will Go,” the band have sold more than 10 million albums, generated...

Never A Phase 32: Cold Wrecks On this episode of the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo talks to Cold Wrecks. And it’s a lot of chaos. Full disclosure, this conversation was recorded the end of July, went twohours of three tired men…very distracted…often talking over each other and pulling at every random thread they could find. BUT, at the heart of this episodecwe have a very real conversation about ma...

Never A Phase Network sits down with ColorMeKrazy!, a band out of Raleigh, North Carolina. In this interview, Phil talks with ColorMeKrazy! about how the band originally came together, the process of creating new music, and the influences that have helped shape their sound. They also discuss the unique music culture of the Carolinas, what inspires them creatively, and the energy that comes from ta...

Never A Phase Network heads to Vans Warped Tour Mexico City 2026 as Mike Lin, Warped Tour lifer and former pit photographer, sits down with Anberlin for a conversation about new music, songwriting, mental health, and the experiences that shaped them as musicians. With a new album, Currency, coming November 11, Anberlin talks about their songwriting process and what went into creating this next cha...

On Never A Phase 29 , Swemo sits down with RADKEY , the Missouri-born rock band made up of three brothers who grew up homeschooled in what they affectionately describe as a “shitty little pink house,” raised on their dad’s punk and metal records and the DIY spirit that would eventually become the foundation of their career. RADKEY’s story is one of perseverance. After being signed to a label that...

Kanan is back with another Never A Phase conversation, this time sitting down with Ryland and Pat of Origami Angel! The duo talks about their latest releases, including two brand-new songs with a very specific Pokémon connection, and how those tracks originally came to life as the theme songs for an epic YouTube video. From there, the conversation gets into the art of writing short songs, whether...

Cameron sits down with Pedro Aida of The Iron Roses for a conversation about DIY punk, community, and keeping the music moving on your own terms. Pedro wears a lot of hats in the punk world, from fronting ShotClock and Fire Sale to keeping The Iron Roses busy, but this conversation centers on the band’s new album Molotov Nights , a 10-song, 23-minute record that was made and released completely in...

Never A Phase 26: MEGG On this episodeof the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo is back in the home studio talking to MEGG! Megg lives in the dual worlds of SoCal and Nashville, starting out as a pop girlie, she’s embraced her inner Low Life and is now making pop-punk for the kids not afraid to get a little dirty. We talk about her history in the LA scene, including some famous friends, her time in musi...

Never A Phase goes international at the Vans Warped Tour Montreal! In this episode of Never A Phase , Cameron (your elder emo mom) travels across the border to talk to Good Sleepyand Boston Manor! They talk music, Disney, what was and what wasn’t a phase and more! Never A Phase Network covers emo, pop-punk, punk,hardcore, alternative music, and the culture surrounding the scene. For interviews, re...

Never A Phase Network heads back to Vans Warped Tour Long Beach 2026 as Mike Lin talks to two great bands from this year's Warped Tour! Mike is a Warped Tour lifer and former pit photographer, bringing a unique perspective to the conversation from someone who has spent years experiencing the scene from both inside and outside the barricade. First, Mike and Initiate talk about hardcore music, t...

In this episode, Kanan is back on the ground at Warped Tour Long Beach! We explore the journeys of musicians from Warped Tour, their creative processes, and their perspectives on community, positivity, and staying true to their roots. Guests include Mike from the Ataris, Jacob from Guild Trip, and Scarlet House, sharing insights on music, resilience, and growth. Hear about what happens when you&#3...

Never A Phase is back at Vans Warped Tour LongBeach 2026! In this episode of Never A Phase , Kananhits the ground at Warped Tour for three conversations with three very different artists , digging into everything from songwriting and music videos to punk rock cruises, hardcore energy, and the undeniable power of a massive hit song. HOT CHELLE RAE Kanan catches up with Hot Chelle Rae totalk about t...

Kanan is back with more from Vans Warped Tour Long Beach 2026. . In this episode of Never A Phase Network , we're bringing together interviews with Mayday Parade , To Write Love On Her Arms , and Savings for a look at music, mental health, creativity, community, and the people who keep the scene moving forward. MAYDAY PARADE Kanan catches up with Mayday Parade to talk about their ambitious Swe...

In this episode, Jake from the band subtitles. shares their journey of creating music across continents, navigating the challenges of collaboration, and the personal stories behind their songs. They discuss the impact of music on mental health, the DIY approach to touring, and the importance of authentic storytelling in the emo and pop punk scenes. Jake is a recovering addict and gets raw and real...

We are on the ground again for the Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach! Our West Coast Correspondent Kanan got to talk to Meet Me @ The Altar, Stand Atlantic, and rosecoloredworld! There's plenty more great interviews from Warped Tour to come! Special thanks to Kanan and Videographer Mike Lin. Each interview our guests are asked about their current songwriting process, new music, history with Warpe...

In this episode, Rachael Ellering shares her journey from Minnesota to the wrestling world, her love for music, especially pop punk, and how it influences her persona and career. We explore the crossover between entertainment industries, the importance of music in wrestling, and her personal obsessions. Rachael shares her passions beyond pro wrestling, including her love for music, sneaker collect...

On today's episode of Never A Phase we talk to Ben from Scarlet Street. He shares insights into the band's origins, the influence of Ohio's music scene, and the impact of social media on music creation and promotion. They explore themes of authenticity, regional culture, and the challenges faced by modern musicians in a digital age. We also talk about whether you can overthrow the mach...

The Never A Phase crew is with one more set of interviews from Washington D.C. This week, Cam, Becca, and Phil recap their adventures on-site at Vans Warped Tour, including interviews with some of the scene's most exciting artists. On this episode you'll hear conversations with: Saturdays at Your Place Teen Mortgage Millington Fluorescents The Official Warped Tour Tribute Band And we'v...

We continue our Warped Tour DC coverage as the gang talks to bands Plain White T's, Super Sometimes, The Devil Wears Prada, and HUE. Our crew was on the ground in Washington DC for the Vans Warped Tour and got to talk to your favorite bands! Who would Plain White T's have cover there songs? How many chills will Super Sometimes get if you mentioned San Diego? Will the Devil Wears Prada ever...

The Never A Phase Network team was on-site at the legendary Vans Warped Tour in Washington D.C. bringing you exclusive interviews straight from the festival grounds. This special episode features conversations with shock-rock legends GWAR, pop-punk favorites The Dollyrots, rising alternative act rosecoloredworld, and Terra Taylor from Feed Our Children NOW! Join us as we dive into the stories behi...

On a special edition of Never A Phase, Your Elder Emo Mom AKA Cam is out on location with Emo Kids. This is in preparation for the Never a Phase Network being on the ground in Washington D.C. for the Warped Tour and interviewing some of your favorite bands! Join Cam as she dives into the story of Emo Kids, a cover band that evolved into a touring sensation across the US. Discover their journey, mu...

Join us as we explore the Monster energy soaked world of AyoDylan, a Florida artist blending pop punk with Gen Z nostalgia and cultural references. Dylan shares his unique take on music, identity, and the influence of internet culture on today's scene, all wrapped in high-energy anecdotes andhonest reflections. Dylan discusses his musical influences from Korn to Kurt Cobain and his nostalgic conne...