The Hardcore Archive Podcast

On this episode we chat with Christopher Pogue. If you have been a part of Rochester Hardcore over the last 20 years, chances are you have seen one of Chris's bands. Him and I discuss the origins of the bands Heavy Hearted, Holy War, Forked Tongues, and Hangin Tuff. As usual, we also discuss current events and other topics relevant to fans of hardcore, as well as Huey Lewis and the News.

On this episode I talk with Daryl Taberski. We talk about Snapcase, Buffalo Hardcore, as well as a few other topics. The conversation mainly centers around Snapcase. We talk about each album, touring, Victory Records, and plenty of other subjects related to Snapcase.

Finally a new episode of Enterprise Hardcore Podcast! This features a lengthy conversation with my good friend Ben Keefe. This episode was special to me because Ben and I got into hardcore and punk in 8th grade together in 1994. So this was a very fun trip down memory lane for me. In addition to finding hardcore around the same time as me, Ben also sang for the band Project Grizzly. Before that, h...

On this episode we dive deep into Ryan Canavan's history in hardcore and punk. Known as Ryan Hex to many due to his record label, we discuss this as well as the three bands he has fronted, fanzines, current events, Syracuse, Portland, and so much more. One thing to note with this episode is that the interview was conducted about four weeks prior to the episode being released.

On this episode we talk with Jay Galvin about some of the bands he has been in over the last 30-35 years. His catalog includes 25 bands so we tried to stick with the bands that would be relevant with this podcast. Some of these bands include Pure Heel, Slugfest, Pissing Match, Face The Panic, and plenty more. We also discuss current events, being left handed, wrestling, and plenty more in this nea...

Kevin Wilcox has been the vocalist for a handful of noteworthy bands in the last 25 years. These bands include The Dents, Warsquad, UV Rays, as well as his newer band Suburban Resistance. On this lengthy episode we talk about his bands, growing up in our local hardcore punk scene, Las Vegas, current events, Rob Filardo, and plenty more.

For over 25 years Mark Miller has been photographing Buffalo Hardcore shows. On this episode we discuss those experiences, as well as singing for Black X, current events, and a bunch of other topics.

On this episode we dive into the history of Standfast with the two people that were int the band from beginning to end. We talk about all of their releases, Rochester and Fairport Hardcore, as well as the infamous 2001 Summer Tour with Standfast and Building on Fire.

On this episode I have a discussion with my friend Jim Byrne. We talk about Something Sacred and Borrowed Time, current events, as well as a lot of funny and crazy things him and I have seen in the hardcore scene.

On this episode we break from Western New York people for the first time and interview Patrick Martin from Baltimore. You will see that he does have a pretty good connection to Rochester though. In addition to the bands he has played in (Gamewinner, Looks Like Rain, Neolithic, End It, etc), we also talk touring with bands, current events, juggalos, and a ton of other related subjects.

On this episode we talk with Scott Vogel about the bands he has played in since the late 80s. These bands include Slugfest, Despair, Buried Alive, Terror, World Be Free, and a few others. We also talk fanzines, hip hop, current events, and more.

On this episode we talk with Jesse Muscato about all of the bands he has played in, mostly as a drummer. Those bands include Despair, Buried Alive, Kid Gorgeous, Heavy Hearted, Pure Heel, and plenty more. We also discuss current events, seeing Nirvana live, as well as a few other topics.

Kevin Mahoney has played in some pretty diverse bands over the years. Some of those bands are Roses Are Red, Heavy Hearted, Hit The Lights, Holy War, and Joywave. Kevin is originally from Rochester, but currently resides in Nashville. We talk about all of his bands, as well as some important current events.

This episode features an interview with Brendan Porray. We discuss all the bands Brendan has played with in Rochester over the years. We also talk about a variety of other great experiences he has had in the Hardcore scene.

I have known Ruben for over 20 years. On this episode him and I talk about a variety of topics. We discuss the bands he has been involved in, as well as his experiences touring with bands. We also talk about him being a DJ. On Saturday June 13, Ruben will be performing on the Sailor Jerry festival. For more information check out the link below. https://808web.wixsite.com/sailorjerryfestival

On this episode we pick up where we left off with Mike Jeffers. We discuss bands such as Face The Panic, GOA, Juggernaut, Longest War, and more. We also discuss a variety of other topics related to hardcore on this lengthy episode.

Chris Ring has been booking shows and concerts for over 20 years. He has booked thousands of shows in that time. I initially had planned to interview him for a small business episode but I realized while preparing the questions that it would be easier for me to give him a full episode. Our conversation covers a variety of topics mostly revolving around being a promoter.

On part 2 Jim and I discuss his experiences in the bands Fahrenheit Killer, Fallguy, Memory Loss, Obsessor, and Moment of Truth. Make sure you check out Moment of Truth's new record "No Blind Eyes" available now on WTF Records.

Bill Page has been in a ton of Buffalo bands over the years, sometimes as a vocalist and often as a bassist. Some of these bands include Wrong The Oppressor, Lockjaw, Halfmast, and Bleed For Me. You will hear about pretty much every band Bill has been in during our interview.

This is a continuation of my interview with Rob Antonucci. Part 1 is on Episode 1 so check that out if you haven't already. On Part 2, we cover Break of Dawn, Last Kiss, Marathon, Achilles, Longest War, as well as a few other subjects involving Rob's background.

Jim has been playing in bands in the Rochester area for over 30 years. His band Moment of Truth just released their first record since the mid 90s. It's called No Blind Eyes and is available on WTF Records. You can stream it everywhere now. More information is available on the Moment of Truth Facebook page. Part 2 will be available in late May.

Mike has been a fixture in the Buffalo Hardcore scene for over 25 years. In that time he has played in a ton of bands. Some of these bands are Union, Dead to The World, Herod, Face The Panic, Longest War, and Wrong The Oppressor. This is Part 1 of the interview. Part 2 will be available in June.

Rob Antonucci has played in a bunch of bands in the Buffalo and Rochester Hardcore scenes over the last 25 years. We covered a lot of ground and Rob will be on for Part 2 at the end of May. This episode is sponsored by Safe Inside Records and Sore Ear Collective. Visit our blog on the website (Episode 1 post) for more info on both labels.

This is an idea of what is to come from the Enterprise Hardcore Podcast. Stay tuned for more information on the first episode!