Todays Boondoggle Podcast

In this episode Bill and Patric get the opportunity to check in with Theo Van Der Loo from the band Ego Kill Talent. We talk about the current situation with the pandemic in South America, and how the lockdowns of 2020 postponed his dream opportunity of touring with one of his musical inspirations, James Hetfield and Metallica, as well as the many festivals they were scheduled to perform on. Theo...

In this episode Bill talks with Roland "Roly" Velazquez of the band AVAT about their new single, Faith in Flames, and how in the age of streaming music, putting work behind a hit single is key. They also talk about how much they had to change things up in this post COVID world, and in that regard, working with Apocalypse records while seemingly living in the Apocalypse. Roly and Bill also talk abo...

In this episode Bill talks with Andreas Magus of the band Bewitcher about their new album, Cursed be thy Kingdom, and how much the band is throwing behind this release on April 16th via Century Media Records. Andreas also discusses his love of Horror movies, especially Hammer films, and how much they've inspired their music videos like Valley of the Ravens. We also touch a little on the mayhem tak...

In this episode Bill welcomes back the Monday Night Jack duo of Flo White and Brian. Plus Patric and Evan are back for the REAL AMERICAN History lesson that you didn't learn about in school. Class is in session as we talk about the true origins of the United States, and the many debts owed.   We also talk about the Boston Tea Party and what was REALLY dumped in the harbor, plus we bring every...

In this episode Bill talks with vocalist and A&R Rep. Rene Mata of the band Reach NYC about their new single Last Surrender which takes us deep into our conversation about Mental Health, Recovery, Relapse, and reclaiming victory one day at a time. We also talk about all of the relationships and support he's had in the music industry, including his friendship with Chester Bennington of Linkin P...

In this episode Bill talks with with Army Veteran, SGT Greg Roeder. Both of us were participating in a veterans weekend retreat with the Lone Survivor Foundation along with many other veterans, all with a unique story to share. Greg talks about the highs and lows in his life during and after his military service. Greg brings attention to the "Forgotten Wars" our military has been involved in, and...

In this episode Bill talks with guitarist Mike Taylor of the band Terminal Bliss about their new album Brute Err/Ata on Relapse Records. How they all came together being a relatively new band, the cancellation of their first show due to COVID, growing up and making music most of his life with his brother, his outstanding toy collection and our mutual love for Masters of the Universe action figures...

In this episode Bill talks to James Benson of the band Comatose about a variety of subjects including the meaning behind their latest album A WAY BACK. We also discuss how their single SPREAD correlates with suicidal ideations, and the strains being put on peoples mental health due to Isolation and other stressors from lockdowns to media driven fear from this pandemic. Jim gives his unique perspec...

Unfortunately we deal with some more technical difficulties In this episode, as we still try and get used to working our audio with the Livestreams. Bill is joined by Patric Pariano and Evan Crouse again as we talk with Dale Crover of Melvins fame about a variety of subjects, and many of his past projects including Nirvana, Peeping Tom, and many more. Thankfully Dale's microphone is working fine s...

In this episode Bill takes his talents down to South Beach, well actually just makes a phone call to Miami and speaks with Chris Tamez of the Pop Punk Band Top Tier. They talk about the weather comparisons between Miami and Cleveland, Chris musical background stemming from Private School and being in a praise band, how volunteer hours made him a better musician, the message behind their single Ove...

In this episode Musician Evan Crouse returns and this time he's not alone as he brings his friend and co-conspirator Patric Pariano to be in the Boondoggle Hot Seat. Patric Pariano is a CHEK Practitioner, multi-instrumentalist and underground performance artist. His projects include PBAPES, MDFL, Abraded, Hemdale and more. We discuss the controversy behind his infamous appearance on Rover's Mornin...

In this episode Bill talks with Cody Frain of the band A Scent Like Wolves about our common bond of growing up the sons of a United States Marine. We also dive into him growing up with a gift for drums, getting into music not just as a musician, but the business end of being a promoter and an A&R rep for his label. Going to college for Psychology, and how the movie The Joker influenced their s...

In this episode Bill talks with Zach Bedsaul of the band SAUL about growing up doing music with his brother Blake, as well as some of their triumphs and personal tragedies together, which he willingly opens up about the loss of their brother that inspired their XM radio hit single "Brother". How writing that was therapy for them and brought them closer together. We also discuss Fatherhood, strivin...

In this episode Bill has the honor and privilege of speaking with Singer, Songwriter, and all around Music Legend, Bill Champlin formerly of the band Chicago about a multitude of topics. Mr. Champlin is an amazing storyteller with an incredible musical career and shares stories from his time working with Elton John, Earth Wind and Fire, Kenny Rogers, his time with Chicago, and so many more legends...

In this episode Bill talks with Matt Chandler of the band Fucked and Bound about growing up in the Seattle Grunge Scene, dealing with all the craziness that was 2020, the meaning behind their band name, as well as being proud band of Feminists, plus share some really cool Nirvana stories, and our mutual love of all things Dave Grohl. Matt is also very transparent about his recovery and struggles w...

Can you believe we reached the milestone of 100th episode!? And for this major milestone I had to have on a guest more than worthy of this spot when Bill talks with his friend and a mentor in his life, former U.S. Navy SEAL, Monty Heath. This is by far my greatest interview to date, not just because of the honor of speaking with one of our Nations ELITE Warriors, but also on how deep and transpare...

In this episode Bill talks with John Jarvis of the band Scour about growing up on Headbangers Ball, Phil Anselmo inducting him into the family at a Pantera concert when he was 16 and now all these years later being in a band with Phil. Recording their EP BLACK and getting Aquaman himself, Jason Momoa, to perform guest vocals. We also talk about his acting experience, and our love for Professional...

In this episode Bill makes another call near the New World Orders favorite airport in Denver Colorado and talks with the band Shepherd about their debut EP First Hand. They talk about what it's been like working with Ben Romsdahl of Destruent Records and Juggernaut Audio, funny stories involving our love for Professional Wrestling, as well as so much more. This one get's pretty wild. So kick back...

In this episode Bill sits down with his friend Evan Crouse to talk about his current album Forever and to the End, the inspiration behind the title and songs, what attracted him to music, his one man band performances, as well as other projects he's involved with such as Smiley Face. We also talk about how we met and formulated a friendship within our Recovery Journey, things that may or may not h...

In this episode Bill makes talks with Kelly Schilling of the band Bleakheart. They talk about Kellys connections to the Colorado music scene and our mutual friend Grant Netzorg from In The Company of Serpents. Working with Pete Deboer at World Famous Studios, putting out their debut album Dream Griever independently on Sailor Records, the influence that JP Damron has had on her musical evolution,...

In this episode Bill makes talks with Joshy of the band ILSA. They talk about Joshy growing up in the Washington D.C. area and finding enough evil material for his bands, including how the Catholic Church inspired the title track for their latest album PREYER. Joshy also goes into the story of Satanic killer Sean Sellers that you must here, he also talks about his time being one of the many member...

Digging into the Domain Cleveland Archives with this episode as Bill sits down with Mattie Montgomery back when he sang in the band For Today. This was conducted backstage at the Blossom Music Center during the Van's Warped Tour. We talk about music, faith, as well as so much more. So kick back with your headphones and cold one for this latest episode. Enjoy our additional segments featuring music...

Digging into the Domain Cleveland Archives with this episode as Bill sits down with members of the band The Maine during the Van's Warped Tour. So kick back with your headphones and cold one for this latest episode. Enjoy our additional segments featuring music from the Flo White Show and Stories from the VFW Hall. Remember Boondoggle Listeners Matter, so e-mail us at todaysboondoggle@gmail.com an...

Digging into the Domain Cleveland Archives with this episode as Bill sits down with musical artist KFlay backstage during the Van's Warped Tour. So kick back with your headphones and cold one for this latest episode. Enjoy our additional segments featuring music from the Flo White Show and Stories from the VFW Hall. Remember Boondoggle Listeners Matter, so e-mail us at todaysboondoggle@gmail.com a...

Digging into the Domain Cleveland Archives with this episode as Bill sits down with Ryan Leitru back when he played with the band For Today. This was conducted before one of their live shows at the Cleveland Agora where they talk about music, faith, as well as so much more. So kick back with your headphones and cold one for this latest episode. Enjoy our additional segments featuring music from th...