Pipeman in the Pit

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...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Patrick Stone and Sam 'Bam' Colton of the band Budderside at Welcome to Rockville. Budderside is excited to be the first interview of the festival and they express their gratitude for being involved with such a great group of people, including Danny Wimmer and his team. They discuss the well-organized nature of the festival, highlight...

On today's episode, we are joined by a few American heroes. The band, As You Were, just wrapped up their performance at Welcome to Rockville and shared some insight on what it’s like to be in a band while serving their country. The band shares personal stories and experiences from over the years and the opportunities touring & serving have given them. The Army musical outreach started as a way...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the band Bloodywood. The conversation begins with Pipeman reminiscing about their first meeting at the Bloodstock festival and expressing excitement about seeing them again at Download. They discuss a fan who gave the lead singer a cool shirt, showcasing the band's connection with their fans. The lead singer also talks about his tatto...

Join us for an incredible conversation with Dallas from Maylene and the Sons of Disaster as he shares his journey from surviving a near-fatal ATV accident to returning to the stage at Welcome to Rockville 2023. Dallas opens up about the life-changing experience and how he believes it was God's grace that saved him. Listen in as we also discuss the dangers of ATV accidents and the importance of bei...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to BAND-MAID at Welcome to Rockville. They express their excitement to be back and mention how other bands have been showing their appreciation for BAND-MAID. The band shares their positive experience in Florida, enjoying the nice scene, good weather, and the warm reception from other musicians. Pipeman asks BAND-MAID to introduce themse...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to the talented musician known as grandson. The conversation takes place at the Rockville Music Festival at the Daytona Speedway in Florida. The two discuss the unique experience of being at a raceway and the excitement of being back on the road for a world tour. They also touch on the challenges faced by those behind the scenes in the m...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman sits down with Ryan Oakes at Welcome to Rockville. Ryan expresses his excitement about performing at the festival and the overwhelming support he received from the crowd. He mentions that it's his second festival and he never expected such a large audience early in the day. Pipeman reflects on the saying that it takes 20 years to be an overnigh...

On this episode of the Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman speaks to Mark Leon from Widow7 at Welcome to Rockville, situated at the iconic Daytona 500 Speedway. They discuss their thoughts on the location, enjoying the pleasant breeze and hoping for no rain or lightning storms. Pipeman shares his past experiences of being evacuated from the festival due to Florida's unpredictable weather. Widow7 expres...