Pipeman in the Pit

On this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Josh Smith from the band Halestorm at Download Festival. They discuss the unique experience of playing in a raceway and the exhilaration of being surrounded by the massive track and elevation changes. Pipeman shares a funny story about his brother's sudden interest in the festival when he mentioned driving on the Daytona Speedway. The...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Kurt, the bass player from Vantablack Warship. Vantablack Warship is a band that describes their music as a mix of thrash, metal, hardcore, and punk. They draw inspiration from the thrash metal bands of the 80s, underground thrash metal, hardcore bands like Bad Brains and Agnostic Front, as well as punk rock. Their unique style pays h...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the band known as The Midnight Devils. The conversation kicks off with Pipeman expressing his excitement for the band's cool boogie-ass music. They discuss the weather in South Florida, where Pipeman resides, and how tornadoes and hurricanes are not uncommon occurrences. They share personal stories about encountering tornadoes and dis...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Andrew Hagar, a talented artist with his own unique music. Andrew introduces his latest single, "Systematic Minds," which he co-wrote with producer Trevor Lukather. The song combines influences from '90s alternative music, psychedelic vibes, and anthemic stadium rock, resulting in a refreshing and genre-blending sound. Pipeman praises...

Get ready for an electrifying conversation with Luke from Pupil Slicer as we dive into their highly anticipated album release and the musical genius behind their metal sound. We'll discuss challenges faced by bass players within the industry and how Luke's been compared to legends like Steve Harris and Cliff Burton. Plus, discover the incredible production process with Lewis Johns, who pushed the...

What happens when a pandemic shakes the world and impacts the music industry? We talked with Will Martin of Earshot on this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman to discuss their thought-provoking new single, "Unraveling," and the unique challenges they've faced during these unprecedented times. Will shares how the pandemic inspired the lyrics and message behind the song, and his hope that it can s...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Geronimo from the band Stratuz. Pipeman welcomes Geronimo to the show and mentions his love for heavy music. They discuss the metal scene in Venezuela and how it is not the most popular genre there. Geronimo mentions that they receive more feedback from foreign countries than from their own country. Pipeman reminisces about the small...

Join us on this exciting episode of The Adventures of Pipeman as we chat with Kalie Wolfe of Rivals about their experiences with hair dye, her band's alternative rock style, and their current tour with Set It Off. We also take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the LA music scene in the 80s and the iconic venues we visited. Comparing the music scene then and now, we can't believe that the...

In this engaging episode, Pipeman talks with one of his favorite interviews on The Adventures of Pipeman at Welcome To Rockville 2023. We had the pleasure of chatting with Pat Thetic from Anti-Flag. We reminisced about our experiences at various music festivals, from Rockville to Hellfest to Punk in the Park, and discussed the thrill of playing shows and connecting with the audience. We also share...

In this lively conversation with the band Otto on The Adventures of Pipeman of W4CY Radio at Welcome To Rockville 2023, we discuss the value of album artwork in the era of digital music and how it adds an essential element to the experience. They share the story behind their new album, Life is a Game, and their journey into adulthood and contributing to society. Listen in as we explore the band's...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Buddy Neilson from the band Senses Fail at Welcome to Rockville. They discuss the unique experience of playing at the Daytona Speedway and the surprising angles of the turns. Buddy reveals that they were not allowed to drive on the speedway and shares his realization of how dangerous it would be to drive on the embankments. They also...

On this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman, we sit down with the daring band, Silly Goose, to discuss their incredible journey to the Danny Wimmer Festival lineup. Listen in as we cover their bold decision to crash the festival and play in the parking lot, the potential danger that could have ensued, and how their risk-taking paid off with an invitation to play the next day. We also explore thei...

In this podcast episode of "The Adventures of Pipeman" on W4CY Radio, The Pipeman interviews Chris Ingham, the founder of Road Hounds, a virtual city for rock fans in the metaverse. They discuss the creation of Road Hounds and its different areas, such as the classic rock hub, metal city, death metal dungeon, and blues bar. They also talk about the potential for future areas, such as a Prague worl...

Pipeman Radio of W4CY Radio had a blast chatting at Welcome to Rockville 2023 with Andy and John from Point North, as we took a trip down memory lane to reminisce about the metal music scene and our own wild concert experiences. Like the time I decided to stage dive at a show back in the 80s, which ended up with a busted nose and an unforgettable story! We also shared some laughs about my friend's...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the band Nevertel, consisting of members Jeremy and Josh. They discuss the origin of their band name and their penchant for playful hazing and teasing within the band. Nevertel emphasizes the importance of having fun and enjoying the music-making process. They talk about their individual backgrounds, hailing from various locations suc...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Danny Case from the band From Ashes to New at the Welcome to Rockville festival. They start off discussing the weather and how unpredictable it can be in Florida, compared to the snowy winters in upstate western New York. Danny shares a story of being caught in a sudden downpour in St. Petersburg, where the streets flooded with water...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Matty Mullins, a member of the band Memphis Mayfire, at the Welcome to Rockville festival. Pipeman commends Mullins on his down-to-earth personality and humble nature, noting that it's refreshing to see real people on stage. Mullins expresses his genuine enjoyment of interacting with fans and doing interviews like this, emphasizing th...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the members of the band Hammerhedd: Henry, Abe, and Eli, at the Welcome to Rockville festival. The band expresses their excitement about being at the festival, their first experience performing at such a massive event. They talk about the iconic Daytona Speedway venue and how it exceeded their expectations in terms of size and incline...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Jacob Bannon, the lead vocalist of the band Converge. They discuss the band's experience at Welcome to Rockville and Sonic Temple, expressing their gratitude for being invited to perform in such environments. Despite being a heavy and aggressive band, Converge appreciates the opportunity to share their creative work with diverse audie...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Austin Meade, an artist who brings his unique rock sound to the stage. Austin Meade shares his thoughts on his name, recounting how people often mispronounce it as "med" instead of "mead." With a playful spirit, he discusses his outfit for Welcome to Rockville, donning a rubber ducky bathing suit and top combo gifted by his mother on...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the members of Capital Theatre, Adam Paul and Roy. They discuss their experience being evacuated from New Zealand due to storms and their excitement about hurricanes in Florida because it brings good surfing waves. The conversation takes an amusing turn as they talk about dogs surfing and the idea of performing on surfboards while sur...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Jose and Chris, two members of the band Incubus. The conversation takes place at Welcome to Rockville, and Pipeman starts by asking them how it feels to be there. Incubus mentions that it feels good now that the clouds are gone, as the weather had been a concern earlier. They discuss the differences in weather and surfing between the...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Nita Strauss, an acclaimed guitarist known for her shredding skills. Nita expresses her appreciation for photographers who acknowledge her talent, as it means they will capture great pictures of her during the show. The conversation moves to Nita's return with Alice Cooper and their previous performance at Health Fest. Nita praises He...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Richard Patrick from the band Filter. The interview takes place at Welcome to Rockville, where Richard expresses his amazement at the overwhelming turnout of fans, estimating it to be around 20,000 people. They discuss the unique experience of performing at Daytona Speedway and being surrounded by the massive stands, causing a sense o...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Damien Drake and Nightmare Grizz of the band Reddstar. Reddstar describes their music as "fucking aggression without the screams," a blend of rock and rap that brings a high energy and groove to their performances. Pipeman emphasizes the importance of having fun and enjoying oneself in the music business, and Reddstar agrees, noting t...