Sounding Out with Izzy: A Grrrl's Two Sound Cents Podcast

For today's episode, Marina Heath from Crashing Atlas joins Izzy to discuss recording a debut album during pandemic lockdowns, the sacred space of pop concerts, teenage girlhood and music fandom, and how she transformed grief and heartbreak into her most personal and dynamic songwriting material. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents...

For today's episode, Izzy is joined by musician, author, and public speaker Shawna Potter of War on Women. Izzy and Shawna discuss how public spaces can take action to prevent harassment and abuse in their establishments, Shawna's work in bystander intervention training, what it's like balancing the responsibilities of a lead singer, writer, and safety consultant, and much more! Dis...

"Now do you hear that sound, as the model breaks, Take the stage and let the image of him fade away." - Sleater-Kinney TW: This episode includes discussions of sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. In today's episode, Izzy is joined by Ashley Kossakowski, the brains behind Brooklyn-based riot grrrl act Groupie. Topics of discussion include finding her bandmates on Craigsli...

For today's episode, Izzy is joined by singer-songwriter and virtuoso omnichord player Lael Neale to talk about her outstanding 2021 album 'Acquainted with Night,' the intricate process of stripping away extraneous parts of a song to showcase vulnerability and simplicity, being tuned in with nature, her upcoming residence at Zebulon, and more! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more...

For today's episode, Izzy is joined by multi-hyphenate creative powerhouse Sydney Tate Bradford to talk about photographing bands in their most primal and passionate states in live settings, being raised in North Carolina, and how moving to New York to pursue her artistic dreams saved them from a toxic relationship. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/a...

For today's episode, Izzy is joined by garage pop virtuoso Boy Jr. to geek out about the Strokes and talk about their latest album 'Pay Attention to Meeee!.' Digressions include TikTok and social media burnout, our favorite musical duos, and strange musician true crime stories. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE A...

For today's episode, Izzy is joined by Lauren "LG" Gilbert, the brains behind the queer southern rock band Thelma and the Sleaze, to talk about recording a live EP at Muscle Shoals, her band's hometown touring documentary Kandyland , the But I'm a Cheerleader soundtrack, the importance of supporting local venues, and leaving Nashville for greener pastures. Discover bonus e...

In today's episode, Izzy is joined by Jessica Vaughn, who makes music under the moniker LACES. Vaughn is also the CEO of a multi-faceted music licensing company Head Bitch Music. Izzy and Jess discuss occupying multiple titles as an artist, music executive, and business owner, working collaboratively with the artists she mentors, and her mission to make the music industry a more empathetic an...

In today's episode, Izzy is joined by award-winning journalist and child psychology expert Hanna Smith to talk about Season 1 of the Netflix adaptation of the beloved LGBTQIA+ webcomic, 'Heartstopper.' Topics of discussion include Izzy's favorite highlights from the soundtrack, each of their personal connections to the individual characters, and how the show is a perfect model...

In today's episode, Izzy is joined by West Seattle teen pop rock outfit THEM to talk about their new EP coming this summer, the exciting new wave of youth movements in the Seattle music scene, and writing conversational songs about breakups and hypothetical Netflix dramas. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT THEM ✨ Co...

Today Izzy is joined by Virginia-based indie folk songstress Kate Bollinger to talk about her latest EP, Look at it in the Light. Topics of discussion include Kate's upbringing in a musical family in the south, her expansive tapestry of influences, her latest music video inspired by the Monkees sitcom and "Help!" by the Beatles, and saying goodbye to Virginia. Discover bonus eps, pl...

Today Izzy is joined by their favorite local band Razor Braids to discuss the band's burgeoning success, emotionally-driven songwriting, and post-traumatic growth in the wake of trauma. Topics include lead guitarist Janie Peacock bleeding all over her Les Paul at a single release show, our anticipation for the 'Meet Me in the Bathroom' documentary, and the band traveling to Swan Lak...

Today's guest is indie pop extraordinaire and multi-instrumentalist Sarah Elizabeth Haines. Izzy and Sarah discuss how they've taken care of themselves mentally during the pandemic, Sarah's latest album Castaway , and her experience playing the violin and viola on several national tours for Broadway musicals like Les Misérables, Hamilton, and live rock operas like Kansas City Choir...

Today Izzy sits down with Russian-Czech art pop songstress Aiko to catch up on her latest singles, incorporating contemporary dance into her live sets, collaborating with Steven Ansell from Blood Red Shoes on multiple projects, and what success looks like in varying cultures. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT AIKO ✨ Aiko...

Today Izzy sits down with Kassie Carlson, the frontwoman of prolific experimental art rock outfit Guerilla Toss to chat about the upcoming Guerilla Toss album, Famously Alive , their boldest and brightest release yet. Our discussion includes the therapeutic benefits of bringing pets on tour,  Kassie's radio show in the Catskills, and life in recovery from long-term addiction. Discover bonus e...

Today Izzy sits down with Eva Walker, lead singer of Seattle blues-grunge outfit The Black Tones, to discuss The Black Tones' Sub Pop singles club contributions, collaborating with Pearl Jam and Ednah Holt, and the importance of valuing creativity over numbers. Digressions include what our last meals would be on death row, Bono opening his mouth (oh no), and learning the declaration of indepe...

Today, Izzy sits down with versatile pop powerhouse and activist GIRLI to discuss her latest EP 'Damsel in Distress,' feminism, sexuality, mental health, Tegan and Sara, going independent, and much more! Digressions include the linkage between the early-aughts U.S. and U.K. indie resurgences, Remi Wolf, and crowd-surfing statues! Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https:...

Today Izzy catches up with Grace and Jade of Sub*T, an indie duo dual-based in Oakland, CA and Brooklyn, NY. They discuss their debut EP 'So Green,' collaborating with Bully in Nashville, their favorite musical sheroes, and much more. Digressions include our best attempt at an off-brand Genius Verified interview, Grace's unapologetic love of Hilary Duff, and Izzy discovering that he...

In today's episode, Izzy catches up with Beatrix and Sarah from Norwegian garage pop duo Filthy Burger Girl (stylized FLTY BRGR GRL), to talk about their latest album Love You Forever, the importance of women giving each other space on stage, and writing fluid lovelorn songs about being infatuated with another person. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...

Today Izzy sits down with Lindsay Love, frontwoman of pacific northwest garage soul four-piece Jaws of Brooklyn. Topics of discussion include Lindsay's altruistic approach to creating art, the loyal community she's found amongst her bandmates, her love of Amy Winehouse, becoming a mother and walking away from music for a decade, and how the pandemic led to her ultimate decision to drop e...

SuperCoze is the vibrant indie surf rock brainchild of Cody Choi, a queer Korean-American singer-songwriter from Seattle. SuperCoze released their debut album Rainy Day Sunshine – a vibrant blend of dreampop and surf rock with shimmering synths and beachy slide guitars –  in March 2020 at the height of early pandemic pandemonium. SuperCoze is known for emanating a colorful candy-coated image while...

In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Brooke, Morgan, and Fiona of Philadelphia punk three-piece Froggy to discuss their raucous live sets, emo nostalgia, their favorite pandemic comfort records, and writing songs about 7/11 and Eric Andre. Discover bonus eps, playlists, and more on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/agrrrlstwosoundcents ✨ MORE ABOUT FROGGY ✨ Froggy is a hardcore riot grrrl...

***DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded in August, so there is some outdated dialogue about the Delta variant, which might as well be aeons ago now that we are dealing with omicron. Stay safe, get your booster vaccines, and make sure you're taking the right precautions in public spaces to ensure the health and safety of yourself and your surroundings.*** In today's episode, Izzy sits do...

Trigger/Content Warning: Discussions of mental illness and suicidal ideation. In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Seattle-based musician Nat Puff of Left at London to chat about her broad range of sonic influences from prog/art rock to hyperpop, soul, hip hop, electronica, and R&B, learning to write songs to "woo the ladies" as a teenager, and the importance of differentiati...

***Trigger/Content Warning: Episode includes discussions of homophobia and sexual violence.*** In today's episode, Izzy sits down with Eden, Isla, George, and Emma of Aussie queer punk outfit Body Horrors to chat about their debut single "Hate Crimes," the local punk scene in Perth, the importance of caring for one another in a band, and calling out bad behavior both on and off the...