The Mike Herrera Podcast

Welcome to 2025! A Casual Conversation with Myself and Your Messages. Enjoy your week. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows 2025: 👉 Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3 👉 Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4 Get Your Tickets Now! Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 ---------------...

The last Pod of 2024 with a brief overview. And then… your songs! Thank you for a great year despite all the craziness that life can and will bring. Thanks for being part of the community here. What does your 2025 look like? Call me at 1-36-830-6660 This Music Monday: 1.     Ford the River - No, your email doesn't find me well 2.     Rookie of the year - Many Mistakes 3.     The Jack Knives - Hear...

  Larry left me a message and his stage diving antics made me call him out onstage in Chicago. The story behind the name, Precious Cargo and more this week! Merry Christmas to all! In this episode:   1. Christmas Eve Eve Actually Live on the Internet and taking your requests!    - Date and Time: December 23, 2024, at 7:15 PM PST (10:15 PM EST) 2. Christmas Traditions    - My family's Christmas tra...

Your voicemails and me talking about it. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: 👉 Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3 👉 Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4 Get Your Tickets Now! Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Hom...

🎙️ Episode #538: Operation Dislocation ⚡ What really happened with Footgate? 🎶 Behind the scenes of Can't Keep Waiting. 🤖 How I use technology without losing myself. 📞 Plus: YOUR voicemails, with a twist. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: 👉Chicago, December 13th & 14th 👉 Two back-...

Buttermilk pie, Mike takes his pants off to show his Oklahoma Tattoo and Mike shares his personal insights and behind-the-scenes stories, offering a glimpse into the band's journey and future plans. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: 👉 Two back-to-back nights in Chicago, December 13th & 14th 👉 Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3 👉 Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4 Get Yo...

Happy Thanksgiving week! Hope you're all enjoying the holiday season so far. Christmas is basically right around the corner! Don't sleep on the new Black Friday MxPx Merch at MXPX.com - Let's get into your Music Monday submissions. As always, I'm blown away by the talent in this community. Thanks for sharing! TO submit to Music Monday, simply post a short message including your song's YouTube link...

In this episode, I'm diving into everything from reconnecting with old friends to some spooky paranormal experiences I've had on the road and in studio. Tune in for laughs, a bit of the supernatural, and some real talk about staying close to what matters!"   --- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: 👉 Two back-to-back nights in Chicago, December 13th & 14th 👉 Hou...

Thank you again for all the birthday love! Here we got some funny stories from life on the road. I read a letter from a Left Coast Punk fan. Plus, hear about this year's best birthday gift, a hilarious critique from Tom on my travel habits, and more! Join me for laughs, gratitude, and all the latest news from the MXPX world. - --- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Sho...

#533 Cringe Worthy In this episode, I'm digging into some fan voicemails, updates on MXPX, and even throwing in a few of my own embarrassing (cringe worthy) moments from over the years. There's a little bit of everything in this episode: humor, memories, music, and a reminder of how much I appreciate all of you tuning in and supporting us along the way. Let's get into it! --- "Set A Fire" the New...

Robots as Roadies and more on #532 of the podcast Ryan Beebe, bassist and vocalist of the band Goalkeeper. Fresh off their recent tour and the release of their new EP "Pins and Needles," Ryan shares insights into the band's evolution, their experiences on the road, and the creative process behind their latest music. With a blend of catchy hooks and heavier themes, Goalkeeper continues to carve out...

Chris "Knuckles" Nilan - On how to never back down and never stay down! Legendary, Chris Nilan played a crucial role in the Canadiens' 1986 Stanley Cup victory. He earned every minute of the 688 NHL regular season games he played, patrolling the right-wing for the Montreal Canadiens, Boston Bruins and New York Rangers. Fiercely loyal to his teammates and his club, Chris answered the call every tim...

The last NOFX weekend was one for the books. @tomwisniewski and I sat down to recap the madness—from our @mxpxpx set on Friday, singing and playing with Descendents on Saturday night in Hermosa Beach, to the insane finale on Sunday. We joined 40+ musicians for The Decline, and let's just say Fletcher de Pennywise didn't hold back… 📸 •Colin Smith "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere th...

Deeper into songs from Let's Rock, Shows, Live Streams, bad band advice, Silver Spoons and more this week on the pod! MxPx Live Shows: 👉 Two back-to-back nights in Chicago, December 13th & 14th 👉 Houston, TX Friday Jan. 3 👉 Dallas, TX Saturday Jan. 4 Get Your Tickets Now! Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A...

In this episode, Mike covers a range of topics from fan questions to band updates. He reflects on the early days of MXPX, highlighting the band's rapid production and nonstop touring in the '90s, driven by a passion for performing without the distractions of today's internet culture. He also discusses the evolution of their iconic "Pokinatcha Punk" logo and how it became a core part of their ident...

You know what that means!! Buckle up as I feature a variety of listener-submitted songs, highlighting different musical styles and talents. Also- Updates on upcoming MXPX shows, including live streams every Thursday, the last weekend of NoFx in Los Angeles on October 4th, and two shows in Chicago in December at Metro on sale now!  Mike also discusses challenges in upgrading his recording studio an...

From catching Metallica, ELO and Warrant live to sharing stories about my bass setup and what makes a song *great*, this episode has it all. 🤘 Whether it's a killer hook, an unexpected twist, or that personal connection, we're diving deep into what makes music timeless.  PLUS, MXPX is heading to CHICAGO for two back-to-back shows with The Ataris on December 13 & 14 at Metro! Listen now! Share wit...

I caught up with the pop punk band, Handguns with Jake, Zach, Billy and Austin while they were on their way to Austin. They were gonna stop by Waco but I'm in Washington right now. So we talked on the phone and it was fun to catch up with my ole pal Jake Langley in his fried chicken, smash burger chef and owner adventures. In this episode: • Balancing personal passions, like restaurant ownership a...

From discussing trauma in group therapy to reflecting on life's strange coincidences— Cliffdiver's journey is as compelling as their music. "Bird Watching" is more than just an album; it's an exploration of peace, healing, and the unbreakable bonds formed through shared experiences. It's a testament to the band's resilience and creativity in the face of adversity. After a near-fatal accident on to...

🎸 On the podcast: A deep dive into the indie grind with Danny Attack, The Punk Rock Singer/Songwriter joins the podcast this week.   Balancing full-time work, touring, booking and promoting—this is DIY personified. 💥 Plus, his top 5 foods and insights on keeping creativity alive. DannyAttack.com Knives FL "Home" Video Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 -------------...

MxPx and the late night chronicles, thoughts behind the Stay Up All Night Guest Spot, Behind the scenes at the Big Apple Diner, hotsauce talk and more this week on the podcast. 📸 @Xandoane (instagram) Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now! Listen or watch "Linol...

We got the Top 5 guy asking me about my TOP 5 FOODS And more fun topics like Who should cover mxpx? De-escalating the naked guy Red Not Chili P eppers Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now! Listen or watch "Linoleum" here SEE MXPX LIVE MXPX and The ATARIS LIVE in...

Like a radio show.. with some light criticism and encouragement!   - Special "Music Monday" edition featuring listener-submitted tracks.   - Featuring bands submitted by listeners, friends, or local favorites.   1. **Reed Speed Hefner**    - Band: Limp Wizurdz    - Track: "Prudence"    - [YouTube Link]   2. **Andy Pollard**    - Band: Andy P and the Symptoms (Montana)    - Genre: Heartland punk (b...

Take it personal while Yuri and I drive to the airport heading to Denver for MxPx & NoFx. The Brand Build Conference in Moscow MxPx shows and life The Music Business The Tenacious D fiasco Listen now! Share with a friend. Leave a voicemail- 360-830-6660 --------------------- Check out the new MxPx album 'Find A Way Home' at MxPx.com and streaming everywhere now! Listen or watch "Linoleum" here SEE...

What? Find out what happened this time! Holli joins the pod to tell us what happened. - **MXPX & The Drowns Show in Tacoma:**   This Saturday on July 27th, 2024, at the Airport Tavern.   - The venue is new and small, emphasizing an intimate experience.   - The setlist will include new songs and deep cuts, differing from recent performances. Also my take aways from the Brand Build Convention in Mos...