the Book Of Very Very Bad Things Podzine - a 3:33 A.M. Studios Production

https://app.redcircle.com/shows/29da8fdb-ff3e-4098-b858-f7d84762ff44/exclusive-content Jesse Townley has been a fixture in my music rotation since 1990, via Blatz. His musical output has continued to satisfy my itch for fast, socially conscious Hardcore, be it in Blatz, The Pathogens, The Gr’ups, The Frisk, The Criminals, or his most recent band and album, The Scene Killers “Beat Beat Beat”. This...

This is a the definitive episode of the Fall season! Fred has a history in underground music that is as massive in scope as it is varied in station. Having been published in Vice, worked the Toyota/Scion Rock Fest, presented the absolutely incredible NOLA documentary for NOISEY... phew, lets backpedal. You see, Fred started out booking shows in NYC, bringing his favorite bands to town. he parlayed...

Hello my friends, and welcome! Tonight we present our conversation with Susie, vocalist of Pohgoh, in honor of the release of their stunning new album "Du Und Ich"! Pohgoh started in 1994, and made a HUGE impact in 1997 via the song "Friend X" on the Emo Diaries compilation. This is their 3rd full length album, and boy oh boy, is it a banger! Spartan Records have a plethora of vinyl color ways ava...

Are you afraid of the dark? Have you an inherent revulsion of the stygian? Beware, succulent soul. We only come out at night. Thrill to the mournful tune of doing dead creatures as they call to their lunar matre, test bound and joyous! Ambient music in this episode courtesy of Gown. This is the podcast’s theme song going forward, and we couldn’t be more excited! Support this podcast at — https://r...

  This episode is dedicate to the memory of Brian "Craiger" Craig. http://palm ghosts.bandcamp.com   Tonight, I am honored to give you the record release episode for Ben Douglas and Joseph Lekkas' Palm Ghosts.   Palm Ghosts inhabit a rarified space within the alternative music landscape. They are a musical entity creating rich tapestries of Post Punk, New Romantic, and electro pop, all under a sin...

Tonight we have the distinct pleasure to give you Mr. Matt Pryor. You know his music, you love it , and now you experience the discussion we’d had, discussing the magic behind the music. A Distinct honor! This Chapter was brought to you by Sweet Cheetah Publicity (available on all social media platforms), as well as word4wordinterpretation.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-b...

  There is just ‘something’ about a musical project driven, solely, by two brothers. The bond of blood is a unique vessel to contain a shared mindset, aesthetic, and mission. Lennon and Christian Nichols have selected 5 songs from an arsenal of 70, offering the very best of their collaboration.  “Songs For Film” is an EP, but is massive in scope as a multimedia experience that pairs with a visual...

Welcome, my fiendish friends and friendly fiends, to... The Book II: Chapter 1. Moving The Needle (a new addition to our format, where we discuss new music and culture with Publicists, Journalists, Producers, and anyone else in the music business.)   Tonight, Sweet Cheetah Publicity's own Tim Anderl, The Bad Copy and Enough. Podcast's own Kendra Sheetz, join me for a foray into the seedy underbell...

Here we have the B side of our conversation with Nick. In this installment, we break into the emotional and psychological side of his work, personal life, and process. You do not want to miss this one. Nick is a positive, personable, and scholarly musician with a metric ton of heart. This episode contains "Sold Out", "Suicidal Anne", and "Home" by The Obvious, and an excerpt of "Martyrs"(The Book...

Indy Noir Punk-Dayton guitar God, and super duper friendly Duder, Nick Kizirnis is a Dayton Music scene juggernaut. His new single, "Way To Me" features the hauntingly melodious voice of Lung's Kate Wakefield, with help from Son Volt's own Mark Patterson, as well as co-producer Patrick Himes. Available streaming everywhere, as well as Bandcamp, where you can order this bad boy on clear, lathe cut,...

Tonight we mine the art and music underground with Dave Neeson of the legendary (scr)emo-emocore-Hardcore Punk band Harriet The Spy. We discuss the politics and sounds of regional scenes, the value of following the muse, and the sanctity of art in the personal sphere. We alsondelve into the beauty of independent comics, as well as the late 20th Century Americana of Capes and Cowls comic book art....

My publicist and homeslice, Tim Anderl (Print and online journalist for the likes of New Noise Magazine, Alternative Press, Ghettoblaster, etc.) get into the goofy mire with one another, breaking down what it takes to be a middle aged Peter Pan Punk in the current climate.  This is Part 2 of Anderl-Palooza! A double dose of the brothers from Dayton! Get busy living, y'all. You have a lot to live u...

Its Anderl-palooza weekend, and it all starts here! Joe Anderl of The 1984 Draft and Todd Farrell Jr of Benchmarks and the mighty Two Cow Garage dropped their split single on Poptek.com TODAY! We dive headlong into our mutual love of Punk Rock, Americana, and all things Chamberlain!  A special interview to say the least.   You can purchase this lathe cut record from Poptek.com right now, as well a...

Folks, this is a milestone episode. Split Lip and Chamberlain are a pinnacle band. Having begun as a Hardcore band, graduating to what some would call EmoCore, to Americana and Indie Rock that has no peer. The poetic lyricism, passionate delivery, and impeccable musicianship that they ultimately employ on every album places Chamberlain in a tier unto themselves.   In this episode we explore the ve...

 Tonight we sit with Kevin to discuss Rattlesnake Venom Trip, his prior bands, influences, and the state of the modern garage band. We discuss all things Metal, Grunge, and Rawk!   You can find this Ohio staple on Instagram, Bandcamp, and anywhere else that is a venue for independent artists. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-book-of-very-very-bad-things/exclusive-content

Jaelyn Robinson and I go back decades. This episode takes a journey through her life in the Hardcore Scene. Playing music. Weathering the storms of living as a pre-transition woman in secret, finally transitioning in the midst of an early aughts era that was still not ready to embrace it, and ultimately surviving triumphantly.   We cover the health scares that have beset her , and we also revel in...

Tonight is a special episode, as we get to sit with American ExPat, Local Legend, and highly influential musician/vocalist Andrew Low.   Andrew had started in the Youth Crew revival band Atari, moved to acclaimed Indie/Emo godfathers The Jazz June, and most recently has released an EP entitled Everyone You Know Is Alone with his band Post-Skeleton (on Friend Club Records).   As we often do here, t...

Alert! Tonight we feature Your Labour - I Know There's Things You Want To Talk About at the top of the episode! I had misnamed it in the episode... Sorry brother!   Tonight we welcome friend and kindred spirit, Jae, to the Book. We speak about Darkness Calling Fest, the artists aligned with their brand, the state of Darkwave and post punk, and music music music.   We also touch upon gender politic...

  Tonight, Drew (of the incredible The Last Years) and I deconstruct the emotional journey of "The After", their latest record. We discuss the loss and pain that has informed it's lyrical core, the bands and albums that helped inform the musicianship, and the beauty that nestles within its darkest corners.   We discus our mutual love of groups as disparate as The Cure and Faith No More, The Smiths...

Good evening miscreants, and embrace the joyous dysfunction that is the melding of the two of us. Scott and I have a give and take reciprocity that compliments the respect we hold for one another. This conversation is the delivery on a promise of lives less lived. We are the products of men attempting to mend our broken, former lives… All while composing music! PILOT TO GUNNER~ Hail Hallucinator C...

A clash of the titans, as it were, Anna and I coalesce, bringing shadows of our respective formats with us. Kidding, this is her show, Im just putting my spin on it. I just adore what she does, and felt it only natural to share it with you all as well! You can find the Convalescent Flaneur on Spotify. On Instagram you can find her podcast, as well as Lovelorn and Mugger. Lovelorn songs Sickness Re...

  Here it is! The long lost episode with David Galas, a key member of the great Lycia, as well as a phenomenal solo artist. this episode was thought to be lost to the ether, but I have resurrected it and rebuilt it to the best of my meager abilities.   Herein, we discuss his time in Lycia, his long and fruitful journey through the joy and creation of music. I am beyond thrilled to present this to...

  We have been building up to hall of fame status, and this one is just that. A concise and electric conversation with a true hero of mine, J Robbins.   We discuss his musicianship and lyrics, spanning 4 decades of absolutely unimpeachable songs, all executed with precision and might. We dive into the political sphere, production, touring in mid life, and the all encompassing shadow of time.    Al...

Welcome one and all to the most anticipated episode of the Book thus far! Having cut his teeth in the Ohio Hardcore Scene, studied music abroad, and sharpened his acting chops, Michael is a creative force to be reckoned with.    As evidenced by the breadth of our discussion, he is truly a man possessed of superior intellect and boundless empathy. His sentiments regarding his fellow human, the stat...

  Vali S.C. is, among other things, Shoegaze influenced Darkwave, Electro-Ambient, Post-Punk affected drone core, and most importantly, none of the above. (Run on, Sentence, Run On).   This year, Kenny has released an EP that is epic in both sound and content. To Set the Sea in Wolves Teeth is an aural journey through despair, and into grace. Into gratitude.  We discuss sobriety, his musical roots...