Chris Ruffini

What Lies Ahead Podcast

Music EN ↓ 64 episodes

Podcast hosted by Chris Ruffini, lead singer of the Long Island Hardcore band, Overthrow. I explore everything related to the music scene through the eyes of bands, promoters, and record labels.   What Lies Ahead Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatliesahead_podcast?igsh=NTNjajc4enZ5cjA%3D&utm_source=qr What Lies Ahead Podcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FfhrCJu8R/?mibextid=wwXIfr What Lies Ahead Playlist on Spotify (bands on the podcast): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2IKjA6hM2X8yGbLIiYenMl?si=oJVDubKVRtWXb_eWssF9lg&pi=VhiKhLMfRGi5p

Author

Chris Ruffini

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Music

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

14-Scott Jarzombek of Tripface 16.04.2025

On this episode I speak with Scott Jarzombek of Tripface. We discuss his musical history, how the band structured their set list, playing shows, and the upcoming re-release of their demo on vinyl. The discussion ends with his career, favorite records, and other topics.  Tripface on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2wuG4FTwlu2uHW5v3AlV7d?si=iYPihmURSF2-2VsInuOC6Q

13- Jay Reason of Static Era Records 09.04.2025

On this episode I speak with Jay Reason. We discuss his history in music, his time with Voice of Reason/The Distance/Blackened, his work with various labels, and the formation of Static Era Records. The interview ends with Jay speaking on the future of his label, his record store in Connecticut, and his favorite releases.  Instagram (Static Era Records): https://www.instagram.com/staticerarecords?...

12- Mike Gallo of Agnostic Front 02.04.2025

On this episode of the What Lies Ahead, I speak with Mike Gallo of Agnostic Front.  We discuss his history in music, the new Agnostic Front record, and how they structure their set list.  We also dive into Gallo Originals and the various art shows he has been featured in over the last couple of years.  The conversation ends with asking questions on his favorite albums, venues, and tours.  

11- Gary Bennett of Kill Your Idols/Murphy's Law/Deathcycle 26.03.2025

In the episode, I speak with Gary Bennett to discuss his musical history, playing for various bands, the formation of Kill Your Idols, and his future plans with each project. We also discuss, his favorite albums, venues, and how KYI structures their set list. 

10- Nick Picerno of Godseyes 19.03.2025

On this episode, I speak with Nick Picerno of Godseyes.  We discuss his history in music, Godseyes releases, tour stories, and what the band has planned for the future.  Nick also answers questions on his favorite records, tours, and venues.

09- Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo 12.03.2025

On this episode of What Lies Ahead, I speak with Alex Dunne of Crime in Stereo.  We discuss his history in music, writing songs, how they structure their set list, and future plans for the band.  The interview ends with Alex answering questions on his favorite albums, venues from the 90's, and his label House of Commons.

08- John Scanlon of Miles To Go Presents/Dead Last 05.03.2025

On this episode, I speak with John Scanlon of Miles To Go Presents.  We discuss his history in hardcore, booking shows, selecting the right venue, and the newly renovated AMH. We also spoke about his band Dead Last, their releases, tour of Europe, and future plans.  The discussion ends with rapid fire questions on promoting, music, and his favorite albums. 

07- Chris Tzompanakis of skycamefalling 26.02.2025

On this episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I speak with Chris Tzompanakis of skycamefalling. We discuss his history in music, formation of the band, tour stories, and how they structure their set list. The conversation also includes the reissue of the 10.21 LP, the future of the band, One Day Savior Recordings, and rapid fire questions to end the interview. 

06- Jay of Last Laugh 21.02.2025

On this episode, I speak with Jay from Last Laugh. We discuss his musical history, formation of the band, their EP on 51st State Records, and past tours. Jay also reviews upcoming plans for the band in terms of shows and releases for 2025.  We review his hip hop solo project, Jaysix, and his new band Evil Ways. The podcast ends with Jay answering various questions on his interests and favorite alb...

05- George and Wes of Deadshot 19.02.2025

On this episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I speak with George and Wes of the Long Island Hardcore band, Deadshot.  We discuss everything from their new EP, Not a Shot, on 51st State Records, to their introduction to the hardcore scene.  We also discuss their influences and song writing process.  The interview ends with them answering rapid fire questions on their personal interests. Deadshot on...

04- Christian Mcknight- Promoter 14.02.2025

On this episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I sit with Christian Mcknight to discuss his history as a promoter, booking shows in the late 90's, the Long Island scene, and Cleanser.  We end with rapid fire questions on his favorite albums, venues, and the NY Mets.

03- Joe Hardcore of This is Hardcore/Shattered Realm 11.02.2025

On this episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I have an in-depth discussion with Joe Hardcore about his musical history, the Philadelphia hardcore scene, how he began as a promoter, and This is Hardcore Fest.  We also discussed his podcast, This is Hardcore, and his band Shattered Realm's new EP that was just released.  We end our discussion with rapid fire questions that asks everything from h...

02- Rick Jimenez of Extinction AD/This Is Hell 06.02.2025

In this episode, I speak with Rick Jimenez of Extinction AD to discuss his history of music, the formation of his bands (Subterfuge, Soldiers, This is Hell, Extinction AD), playing various instruments, and his favorite albums he released.  We also explore how Extinction AD structures their set list, while advice he would give to himself as a teenager.  We end the podcast with Rick answering rapid...

01-Mark Scondotto of Shutdown 30.01.2025

On the first episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I speak with Mark Scondotto of Shutdown to discuss everything from his origins of New York Hardcore, the formation of his band, their live show, and brand new EP, By Your Side that was just released on Equal Vision Records. The interview ends with Mark answering rapid fire questions on his favorite records, New York venues, and other topics. 

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