Never A Phase Podcast

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...

On today's show, Brian Venn talks about his history in the scene and what caused him to start representing bands as Jet Fuel Artistry. Brian's journey into the music industry began at a young age. He started attending concerts and festivals, which ignited his passion for music. At 15, he attended his first Warped Tour and was captivated by the energy of live performances. This early exposu...

This week, Swemo talks to the band American Vanity. American Vanity talks bout their time as Burn The Jukebox, and burning their old image to the ground. Hear about their journey from a cover band to an original act, their approach to social media and online negativity, and their creative process for their upcoming album '17'. They share insights on genre blending, songwriting, and staying...

Amanda Wilson shares her journey of religious deconstruction, the influence of music and culture, and her upcoming studies in Scotland. This conversation explores faith, family dynamics, and the power of storytelling to foster understanding and healing. Buy Amanda's Book Here 00:00 Introduction to Amanda Wilson and Her Book 02:45 Exploring Themes of Faith and Music 03:15 Introduction to Amanda...

Join us for an in-depth conversation with pop punk band Turn Two as they break down their journey from the Jersey music scene to crafting their upcoming EP Never Meant to Fit . In this episode, we dive into their influences, songwriting process, and how they’re carving out a unique space in today’s emo revival movement. We explore the band’s origins, their collaborative creative process, and the r...

IT'S THE YEAR OF THE DONUT! And the Big Donut Sponsored Band When the Sun Sets is here to talk to Swemo on the Never A Phase Podcast! In this interview, Zack Baumgartner from When the Sun Sets opens up about the band’s journey, why mental health matters in their music, and how the Chicago pop-punk scene keeps evolving. He also dives into how social media, strong community vibes, and how real,...

This week on the Never A Phase Podcast, Swemo talks to Ryan Dominguez from Tokyo Rose. Ryan shares the band's journey from the Jersey punk scene to their recent reunion and new music. Discover insights into their musical evolution, scene connections, and the enduring spirit of DIY punk culture. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tokyo Rose and Reunion 02:59 Band Lineup and Reunion Dynamics 06:18 T...

Another edition of NAPNET Presents Deep Cuts, where we dig into the archives of your favorite NAPNET Podcasts and get another look at an episode you might have missed. In this episode of the Imperfect Dads podcast the show welcomes NAPNET's own Robb Laffoon, co-host of Emo Kids Anonymous. They explore the complexities of fatherhood, including the challenges of parenting a child with autism, th...

In this episode of the Never a Phase podcast, Swemo sits down with Rob of Good Night Moon to unpack a reunion that’s been more than 20 years in the making. Born out of a tight-knit group of high school friends in Florida’s early-2000s emo and pop-punk scene, the band quickly became part of a vibrant, inclusive local movement that helped shape a generation of alternative music. Now, after a 16-year...

In this episode throwback episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, hosts Amanda and Robb welcome their first guest, Ryan, AKA the Swemo Guy. The conversation delves into Ryan's background in the emo scene, his influence on TikTok, and the resurgence of emo culture. They explore the connections between Taylor Swift's music and emo influences, discussing her lyrical depth and emotional resonance. The...

This week Swemo hangs with Further North for a real-deal, no-filter conversation about life as a Texas Pop-Punk band bring Sad Dad Rock to the masses. We talk about how the band grew up on MXPX, Relient K, and all the melodic, heart-on-sleeve stuff that made us want to start bands in the first place. Faith comes up a lot too. Their songs wrestle with light and dark, doubt and hope, and a lot of ve...

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Styles interviews Betty Mauritz of Gold Steps, exploring the band's journey from their beginnings in Austin, Texas, to their current success in Milwaukee. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of being a pop punk band, the influence of other bands, and the personal growth and resilience required to thrive in the music industry. Betty shares insights into thei...

In this conversation, Swemo interviews the band My Side of Paradise, who transitioned from a cover band called Emo Kids to creating original music. They discuss their journey, the writing process, and their collaboration with Jaret Reddick from Bowling for Soup. The band reflects on the themes of their new single 'All My Exes', the impact of social media on the music industry, and the chal...

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Styles interviews the Atlanta-based band Glimmers, known for their unique Rom-Com Pop Rock sound. The band discusses their journey from solo projects to collaboration, the impact of life changes on their dynamics, and their decision to release a full-length album, The Art of Shattering coming November 7th. We delve into the complexities of the music industry, pa...