The Power/Less Podcast

For this episode I speak with Will and Nico of Resider, a metal band out of San Diego, California. Will and Niko break down the start of the band, the lyrical and music inspirations for some of their most recent songs including, "Rat Race," "Recluse," "Gasfight," and "Pissing," their opinions on some music discourse topics, and more. Check out Resider on all...

Adam Woodley is the vocalist and guitarist of the alternative rock band Allapartus out of New York. Adam discusses his start in music and activism, union organizing, the deterioration of the United States for the working class, and more. We break down Allapartus' latest song, "Choice," and its critique of the lie of what the American dream really is. Follow Allapartus on all socials:...

In this episode I speak with Liam Horrigan from Cruel Hope about their brand new album, "The End of the Beginning of the End." We discuss the band’s evolving sound, their strategy of releasing multiple singles, and the album’s socio-political themes—environmentalism, workers' rights, and imperialism. Liam shares insights on their songwriting process, how Canadian politics influence t...

On this episode I talk with  Caroline Keroack , a postdoc and union organizer at Brown. We get into the nitty-gritty of building the BPLO Union—why it’s about way more than just pay, how university politics screws over workers, and what it takes to fight back. Caroline shares her hard-won lessons from organizing, plus advice for anyone trying to unionize their own workplace. follow BPLO: i nstagra...

For the next episode of the Power/Less Podcast I speak with Adrian, the vocalist of the band LUCA out of Chicago, Illinois. Adrian and I chat about his start in music, the influences that led to him becoming a songwriter and vocalist, the start of Luca, and the band's latest EP "The Window Room," which is out now on all platforms. Follow Luca on all platforms @wearelucail https://bea...

Paul (vocals), Nick (guitar), and Hayden (bass) join me to discuss their latest EP, "Snitch: Deleted Scenes" which is out now on all platforms. We discuss the songwriting, recording, and producing aspects of the four track release along with the lyrical content, which spans from vitriolic anger, to a critique of organized religion, death, and love. Follow no Business on all socials:  @no...

For this episode, I speak with Anthony Copozzi of Loss Becomes about their new album 'Sonder', exploring its production, lyrical themes, and the personal experiences that shaped the music. Anthony delves into the significance of collaborating with Jesse Leach from Killswitch Engage, the challenges of live performances, and the relatable nature of their lyrics. If you're a fan of metal...

In this episode of the Power/Less Podcast, I speak with Joshua P. Hill, writer of the “New Means” substack. Joshua and I discuss the implications of Trump's inauguration, the political landscape shaped by centrist Democrats, and the rise of class consciousness among the working class. We explore the recent Laken Riley Act, the ceasefire in Gaza, and the influence of the billionaire class on po...

In this episode of the The Power/Less Podcast, I speak with Cran (aka Cranfather), co host of the Nu Metal Agenda Podcast and Niko and Chris Bears Post-Game Wrap-Up. Cran and I discuss how music, especially Nu Metal, shaped his political views and culture. We cover the impact of Rage Against the Machine, 9/11's influence on music, the role of comedy in social commentary, musicians' respons...

Alec and I break down the best releases of the year and why Rumpleminze is still the god tier beverage.support and follow the podcast:linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod

For this episode I speak with Alex Hood aka Haus of Decline, who is the vocalist and songwriter behind the project Anti-Spectacular. We discuss Alex's debut album 'Psychogeography', exploring its themes, musical influences, and the personal journey that led to its creation. The conversation delves into the role of contrarianism in shaping musical taste, and the significance of music as a coping me...

In this episode of the Power/less Podcast, I speak with Stathis from the metalcore band Saisei out of Athens, Greece. Stathis discusses the band's influences, the journey of creating music, and the writing process behind their self-titled debut album. The conversation delves into the themes of personal relationships, the lyrical depth of Saisei’s songs, and the political undertones present in thei...

In this conversation, Maddie and Austin of the band LINE delve into the intricacies of their music, exploring themes of indie pop, personal experiences, and the creative process behind their songs. They discuss the emotional weight of songwriting, the importance of music education, and the collaborative nature of their production work. Maddie and Austin discuss their musical journey, the importanc...

In this episode of the Powerless Podcast, I speak with Greg Almeida of Secret Gardens about their latest album, Impermanent Amber. They discuss the concept behind the album, which is part of a tetralogy representing the four seasons, and delve into the songwriting process, collaborations with other musicians, and the emotional themes present in the music. follow Secret Gardens: linktr.ee/secretgar...

In this conversation, John (Super Destroyer, Co-Owner of Lonely Ghost Records) and I  explore the multifaceted nature of John's music, which blends various genres and aesthetics, particularly drawing inspiration from video games. We also discuss the DIY approach to music production, the importance of collaboration, and the unique sounds that emerge from their creative processes. The conversation a...

In this episode of the Powerless Podcast, I interview the members of Cheem, a pop genre-blending band from New England. They discuss their latest EP, 'Faster Fashion,' the creative process behind their music, and the dynamics of collaboration within the band. The conversation delves into the challenges of songwriting, the importance of live performances, and the evolution of their sound. Each band...

For this episode I speak with Ian Loe, who is the guitarist and vocalist of the West Coast based metal project, "The Cutting Tides." Ian and I speak about the start of the band, what it's like to coordinate a music project primarily remotely, the lyrical inspiration and songwriting behind their latest EP, and more. - EP "Drawing The Dead and Desperate.” 1. Bloodbreather 2. Red Room (feat. Jack Mur...

For this episode I speak with Jen AKA Big Nasty of How The Red Was Won. We recap the election; from Trump's landslide win, to the liberal response, direct ballot initiatives, and more. Follow Jen and her work: https://x.com/howtheredwaswon https://x.com/keepaustinnasty https://www.instagram.com/how_the_red_was_won/ linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod

Abubaker Abed is a Palestinian journalist who is living and reporting on the ground in Deir al Balah in the Central/Southern Gaza Strip. Abubaker gives an update for how things are on the ground within Gaza during the latest escalations of bombing campaigns and violence from the IDF. Abubaker details an article that he wrote for Drop Site News detailing the ethnic cleansing of Northern Gaza and th...

For this episode I speak with Jamie Shelton, the vocalist and lyricist of the emo/post hardcore band Sister Sleep out of Atlanta, Georgia. Jamie returns to discuss their latest EP, "Phantom Threads," the newest iteration of the band, touring, and her favorite horror movies. Follow Sister Sleep: https://linktr.ee/sistersleepband Follow the podcast: linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod

For this episode I speak to Caleb who is the vocalist and guitarist in the emo/synthwave band hey ily!(pronounced hey I love you!) originating out of Montana. Caleb and I break down the band’s second album, “Hey, I Loathe You!” lyrically and instrumentally. We dig deep into all of the personal journeys that influenced Caleb’s approach to the record, and how collaborative the band is as a whole. Yo...

linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod Kat and The Hurricane are a genre bending band out of the Madison, Wisconsin area. Benjamin, Kat, and Alex break down the songwriting process, production, and lyrics behind their debut LP, "Got It Out," which is out now on all platforms. You can follow the band on all socials: @katandthe hurricane (@katthurricane on twitter) https://katandthehurricane.com/

Empty Halls are a post hardcore band out of New Hampshire. Pete, Opie, Dan, and Bryan break down their music influences, the start of the band, the lyrical inspiration behind their latest song, "Knight Avenue," and more. linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod https://linktr.ee/EmptyHalls Follow Empty Halls on all socials:  @emptyhallsnh 

linktr.ee/thepowerlesspod original promo photo credit: Bobby J. Nicholas (@heyheybobbyj ) For this episode I speak with Desmond Zantua, the vocalist and lyricist for pop punk/emo band Career Day out of New York. Desmond breaks down the similarities and differences between the EP and the band's 2022 full length record, "Where We've Always Been," the landscape of politics and corru...

Sasha Bolof is a singer songwriter out of the Los Angeles, CA area. Sasha and I discuss her newest concept album, "Tabitha," at length, her political and musical influences, and more. Follow Sasha: instagram.com/sashabolof Listen to the new record, "Tabitha" https://sashabolof.bandcamp.com/album/tabitha