Teaser Talk

From the decks to development deals, DJ Ricky Ruckkus has done it all. 🎧💼 Host Hollie Nicole sits down with the Cleveland-born DJ, entrepreneur, and president of Equity Capital Mortgage Group to talk about turning hustle into empire. They dive deep into: 🔥 His first show with Three 6 Mafia 🏠 The massive Harmony District redevelopment with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony 🍺 Launching a new IPA collab and...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Jared Warth and Beau Bokan of Blessthefall at Louder Than Life Festival for a fun and heartfelt episode of Teaser Talk. The metalcore veterans talk about their first-ever Louder Than Life experience, dropping their long-awaited new album “Gallows” after seven years, and how fans are already singing the new tracks back at them on tour. From hilarious behind-the-scenes s...

Aurorawave joins Hollie Nicole on Teaser Talk fresh off their electrifying set at Louder Than Life Festival! In this episode, the band shares their journey from reggae beginnings to making waves in the rock and metalcore world. They dive into their brand new album Monument, epic collaborations with artists like Taylor Barber and Aaron Gillespie, and give us exclusive teasers about international to...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red at Louder Than Life Festival for a powerhouse episode of Teaser Talk. With over 20 years of delivering technical riffs, massive breakdowns, and high-energy shows, August Burns Red continues to prove why they’re one of metalcore’s most influential bands. Jake opens up about the intensity of their Louder Than Life set, keeping the energy al...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Sammy Pierre Due of Acid Bath at Louder Than Life Festival for a rare and unforgettable Teaser Talk episode. The legendary sludge metal guitarist/vocalist reflects on their long-awaited reunion, their first major shows in decades, and the surreal experience of seeing multiple generations of fans - from parents who grew up with their music to brand-new listeners discove...

 Happy Teaser Talk Tuesday. Hollie Nicole hangs with guitarist and vocalist Taylor Roberts of Riding With Killers, Taproot, and 12 Stones. Taylor checks in from a writing session in Columbus with Adam Gilbert of Starset, talks juggling three bands without losing his mind, and previews a heavier, detuned, danceable new RwK single with a few EDM touches. He shares why he still tours with tube heads...

Hollie Nicole sits down with Adam DeGraide from A.D.A.M. MUSIC PROJECT to talk retro vibes, modern metal, and building a video game powered rock universe. Hear the wild behind the scenes of their “Punch Out” music video, how MTV featured it for 18 weeks, and how the single climbed into the Billboard Top 40. Adam shares why the band rotates singers, how they write to iconic games like Diablo, Yoshi...

Hollie Nicole hangs out with Fight From Within at Louder Than Life Festival 2025 for one of the rowdiest and funniest episodes of Teaser Talk yet! Known for their no-barricade shows, high-energy sets, and chaotic personalities, the band dishes on everything from hangovers and stage-diving to their first-ever live performance of Get Back. The conversation is filled with laughs, wild tangents, and u...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with rising pop punk band All At Once to talk about their journey, sound, and exciting new chapter. 🎶The band shares: 🎸 How they formed in Monterrey, Mexico and built their sound blending 2000s pop punk nostalgia with a modern edge 📀 The story behind their explosive single “F** You and All Your Friends”* and its music video 🤝 Why signing...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie sits down with  @wearetheprettywild ,  the dynamic metalcore sister duo, at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 The sisters share their surreal experience performing for a rowdy crowd, complete with crowd surfing, and talk about the unique bond that fuels their music and performances. They dive into their latest single, Living Dead, and how...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie sits down with Travis from  @Colorblindtx  at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 Travis shares the band’s incredible experience performing for an energetic crowd, their creative process behind their unique dreamcore sound, and how they keep their music fresh and authentic. Get the inside scoop on their latest release, Who Sold You This Trut...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with Like Ghosts to dive into their journey, sound evolution, and what’s next for the band. 🎶They open up about: 🎸 The inspiration behind their breakout single “Better Now” (50k+ streams) 🔥 Blending emo roots with EDM for a fresh, modern sound 🤝 How their Ryan Cabrera cover turned into a surprise official collaboration 🎤 Lessons from ove...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie sits down with Cliff from  @DryKillLogic  at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 The band reflects on their high-energy performance, the incredible Ohio metal fans, and the surreal experience of returning to the stage after 20 years. Cliff dives into the creation of their latest single, Now You Belong with the Dead, and how it reignited thei...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, host Hollie Nicole sits down with Joey Arena of Ovtlier for an unfiltered and unapologetic conversation about music, chaos, and authenticity. From getting tattooed live on stage in Oklahoma City (yes, really) to building Ovtlier’s unique sound that blends melody and metal, Joey pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to carve your own lane in the music industry. Th...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie chats with  @ChuckBillyTotemPoll  at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 The band shares their excitement about performing at the iconic Ohio State Reformatory, teases a potential return of their signature white button-downs, and recounts a hilarious backstage encounter with Slipknot’s entourage. They also discuss their upcoming shows, inclu...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie catches up with  @theunionundergroundofficial  at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 The band reflects on their fiery midday set, the incredible energy of the crowd, and the surreal experience of fans still singing their songs 25 years later. They share details about their ongoing 25th Anniversary Tour with Spine Shank, Adema, and Six Sense...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie sits down with Chris Bianchi, the multi-talented force behind  @HowWeFeelMusic  and  @CBEntertainmentTV  at the Inkcarceration Music and Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 Chris shares his unique experience balancing life as both an artist and a manager, reflecting on his band’s performance, the challenges of unpredictable festival weather, and the excitement of being...

In this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie catches up with CJ and Ryan from Drowning Pool at the Inkcarceration Music Festival Tattoo Festival 2025! 🎸 The band reflects on their killer performance, the energy of the die-hard fans, and the epic mosh pits that set the tone for day one of the festival. They also dive into their latest singles, Revolution and Madness, and share exciting updates about the...

Hollie Nicole is BACK from one of the wildest weekends of the year: Inkcarceration 2025! We’re talking a sold-out, record-breaking 90,000 fans, iconic sets from Slipknot, Falling In Reverse, Marilyn Manson, Lamb of God, Three Days Grace, and more — plus haunted prison tours, surprise collaborations, epic tattoo artistry, and a whole lot of mud. Hollie dives into the highlights, the unforgettable m...

She’s fierce, fiery, and hitting the Inkcarceration stage with a vengeance—ALYXX joins Teaser Talk to dive into her new EP Emberwake, her explosive collab with Butcher Babies, and what fans can expect from her live set. From career-defining lyrics to dream supergroups, we get personal, powerful, and a little chaotic in the best way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering ALYXX, this one...

This week, host Hollie Nicole and guest co-host Jay Roberts bring you an outrageous, laugh-out-loud episode. Joining them is the cosmic chaos mastermind himself, Grodius Maximus, the newest member of GWAR! Together, they take you behind the scenes of the Machines vs Monsters tour and explore what it’s like to cause mayhem with the legendary Scumdogs of the Universe. Grodius spills all on Earth’s p...

DC of Snake Bite Whiskey dives into the rollercoaster of worldwide tours, recounts their Australian grit meeting Tokyo nightlife, and teases high-energy plans for their biggest U.S. tour to date. You don’t want to miss this backstage pass.

🎙️ On this episode of Teaser Talk, Hollie Nicole sits down with the multi-talented Pozition to uncover everything he’s been up to! From his innovative tequila brand to creating not one but TWO upcoming albums (rap and rock!), Pozition shares his passion for music and entrepreneurship. 🍹🎶 Get the scoop on his tequila, a fiery 46% Blanco that’s set to elevate your nights, as well as his exciting c...

Get ready for an exclusive episode of Teaser Talk featuring Dan Jacobs of Atreyu, recorded live on the high seas during the iconic ShipRocked 2025! 🎸🚢 Experience the electrifying performances that set the tone for the 15th-anniversary sailing, and hear all about the creative chaos behind Atreyu’s shows—including hilarious backdrops, wild conga lines, and their unforgettable onstage energy. Dan s...

On this episode of Teaser Talk, host Hollie Nicole chats with Sean Fitz, a talented musician with a deep love for emo music and an incredible new single, Fake Relationships. 🎶 Sean dives into his musical beginnings, sharing how Guitar Hero first inspired him to pursue a career in music and opened his world to the diverse subgenres of rock. He also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his influenc...