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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · 1d

Awesome! Thanks for checking it out. Always love chatting with cool bands/people, and when they are from our back yard it’s extra special

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · 5d

Ep 290 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Sonia Sturino, vocalist/guitarist of Weakened Friends. We dig into their formation as a band, making a name for yourself, touring, & the writing process behind their excellent 3rd LP, ‘Feels Like Hell’, out 10/10 on Don Giovanni Records.

📸: Shawn Robbins

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · 12d

In episode 289 of the podcast, we’re joined by Snow Ellet (guitar/vocals) and Ryan Nolen (vocals/guitar) of the Chicago band Footballhead. We talk musical come up, playing Riot Fest, and their big 2026.

Photo: Zeltin Vasquez

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · 19d

Ep 288 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Pat Cozens, vocalist of the hardcore punk band Restraining Order.

We dig into Pat’s come up, the formation of the band, signing to Blue Grape Music, and their awesome new album, ‘Future Fortune’, out everywhere!

📸: Steve Levy

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · 26d

Ep 287 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Ryan (bass) & Kaylan (guitar) of Acceptance. We talk 20 years of ‘Phantoms’, their early signing to Columbia Records & initial release, the decision to reimagine it w/guest features, & much more. ‘Phantoms/Twenty’ is out now on Equal Vision!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Sep 8

Ep 286 is LIVE. Today, we’re joined once again by Max Lajoie, frontman of Spite House. We dig into touring the world, signing to Pure Noise, & their excellent new album, ‘Desertion’, out this coming Friday. Up now!

📸: Rose Cormier

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Sep 1

In episode 285 of the podcast, we dig into Cold’s sophomore album, ‘13 Ways to Bleed On Stage’. A certified nu metal classic, full of bangers. Up everywhere!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Aug 25

Ep 284 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Chris (guitarist) & Anthony (guitarist) of The World Is A Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die. We dig into lots here, including their excellent new album, ‘Dreams of Being Dust’, out now on Epitaph. Check it!

📸: Lisa Johnson

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Aug 18

Ep 283 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Dave Mackinder, vocalist of the band Fireworks. We hit on it all: early days, their evolution as a band, & where they are today. This was a special one for us!

📸: Anthony Orosz

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Aug 11

Ep 282 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Chance Smith, vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the band Kerosene Heights. We talk the band’s formation, rollercoasters, & their excellent new album ‘Blame It On The Weather, out Friday on SideOneDummy. Up now!

📸: Abby Clare

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Aug 4

Ep 281 is LIVE. Today, we answer questions…..from you! The mailbag is back, & full of fun nerdery. We tackle questions from you, the PodHeads. What band could sell out football stadiums if they reunited? Is Taylor Swift the most popular musician of all time? We tackle it all!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jul 28

Ep 280 is LIVE. Today we’re joined in person by legendary Maine musician, Dave Gutter. We dig into his nearly 40 years as a musician, his various projects (Rustic Overtones, PSC, Armies) and his new solo record ‘The Music Industry is Trying to Kill Me’. Up now!

📸: Shervin Lainez

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jul 21

Ep 279 is LIVE. Today we dig into the classic Ataris album from 2003, ‘So Long, Astoria’. We talk our early memories, the heavy themes of nostalgia throughout the record, & more. This album was huge for us in the moment, & it continues to be one we come back to. Up everywhere!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jul 14

Ep 278 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by prolific drummer, & all around awesome guy, Jay Weinberg. We dig into all kinds of different territory w/Jay: touring with Suicidal Tendencies supporting Metallica, playing massive stages with Springsteen, Slipknot, & so much more. Up now!

Photo: Carly Butler

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jul 7

Ep 277 is LIVE. Today we dig into the legendary album from The Smashing Pumpkins, ‘Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness’, with friend of the pod & the King of Maine, Spose. We hit on our early memories, the album’s audacity, and its ability to jump from genre to genre. Up now!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 30

Ep 276 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Josh Grabelle, founder and owner of Trustkill Records. We dig into three classic Trustkill releases, a little history of the label and the return of both the label and Hellfest. This was a fun one!

📸: Ian McFarland

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 23

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For The Song You Saved: A Tribute To Deftones, by For The Song You Saved

23 track album

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 23

‘For The Song You Saved’, is the brand new Deftones compilation Woody helped produce. This features 23 different artists covering songs from across the band’s catalog. All proceeds go to Oasis For Youth, an org in Minnesota that supports young people experiencing homelessness.

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 23

In episode 275 of the podcast, we’re joined by Robert “Woody” Nelson, podcaster & radio personality, as well as Deftones superfan, to talk all things ‘White Pony’. We also dig into the comp he helped produce, ‘For The Song You Saved’. (Details below)

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Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 16

Ep 274 is LIVE. We pick up where we left off with (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos, continuing our discussion on 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. We dig into features, legacy, and much more!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 9

Ep 273 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by (hed)PE founding members and guitarists Wes Geer and Chad Benekos to discuss 25 years of their sophomore album, ‘Broke’. This is part 1 of a 2 part convo. Up everywhere!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · Jun 2

Ep 272 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Doug Robb, vocalist of Hoobastank. We dig into their come up, their circuitous route to getting signed, and blowing up with their self-titled, and then getting even bigger with ‘The Reason’. This is a fun convo - Doug is an all-time guest!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · May 26

Ep 271 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by Matt (vocals) and Will (guitar) of the band Gridiron. We dig into their come up, how much fun they’re having making music as Gridiron, & their sick new LP, ‘Poetry From Pain’, out this coming Friday on Blue Grape Music.

📸: Danielle Parsons

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · May 19

Ep 270 is LIVE. Today we’re joined by David (vocals, guitar) and Neil (guitar) of the band Charmer. We dig into their come up, the UP of Michigan’s scene, and their excellent new album, ‘Downpour’, out this Friday on Counter Intuitive Records. Up everywhere!

Podioslave Podcast @podioslave.bsky.social · May 14

As mentioned in Ep 269: We still have the OG promo CD from the ‘Lechuza’ rollout. Complete with A&R/PR contacts. How many of these are still kicking around!?