Independent Minded
Independent Minded is a podcast where DIY music professionals, indie artists, and pop culture icons tell their origin stories, talk about inspirations, commitment to craft, and struggles and triumphs in the entertainment biz. Hosted and produced by Ron Scalzo, an indie musician with an independent record label of his own, Bald Freak Music.
Mon, April 28, 2025
ELEVEN: Larry Peace-Love Yes, SENNA, X-RL7 + AL1CE
#158. Larry Peace-Love Yes becomes present in his body, SENNA preaches songwriting patience, AL1CE and X-RL7 collab on an animated adventure, and Ron shares new faves from Ya I Feel Ya, Sparks, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, March 31, 2025
ELEVEN: Big Black Delta, Janet Devlin, Theodore
#157. Big Black Delta meditates on an era of uncertainty, Janet Devlin comes back to her senses, Theodore has musical orgasms, and Ron shares new faves from Courting, Alan Sparhawk, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, March 19, 2025
Spurlin
#156. Ron talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter Dillon Spurlin about a pure love of creating, our cold email courtship, growing up in a musical family, embracing baldness and The Beatles. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, February 21, 2025
ELEVEN: Social Station, mclusky, Love In Reverse
#155. Social Station finally meets their record label, mclusky makes a comeback with a phallic opener, Love In Reverse stops so band members can move forward, and Ron shares new faves from Niis, Preoccupations, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, February 03, 2025
Rob Mastrianni
#154. Ron talks with NYC guitarist Rob Mastrianni about being banished to Catholic school, his Brooklyn roots, birds of prey, belly dancers, releasing his first-ever solo album. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sat, January 11, 2025
ELEVEN: Shutdown, Gloin, Pray For Sound
#153. Shutdown celebrates 30 years of Brooklyn hardcore, Gloin gets dynamic, Pray For Sound bakes an album opener for two years, and Ron shares new faves from Boutique Feelings, Eidola + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, December 22, 2024
Paul Spring
#152. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Paul Spring about touring in a canoe, his bohemian ancestry, playing Sunny's Bar, pottery-related popularity, and why he'll likely never sign with a label. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, December 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Nona Invie, Ben Hazlewood, Bear Hands
#151. Nona Invie raises their vocal game, Ben Hazlewood is too loud for Tokyo, Bear Hands wreck cars in the desert, and Ron shares new faves from Paul Spring, Haley Heynderickx, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, November 21, 2024
Ben Katzman's DeGreaser
#150. Ron talks with Miami guitarist Ben Katzman about competing on Survivor , teaching young people to shred, Jews who rock, why being yourself is the best recipe for success. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, November 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Bike Routes, Illiterate Light, Patrick Watson
#149. Bike Routes cruise through the streets of New Jersey, Illiterate Light push themselves towards Hollywood, Patrick Watson loses his voice and finds inspiration, and Ron shares new faves from Sinkane, Waxahatchee + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, October 29, 2024
Sigur Ros
#148. Ron talks with Georg Holm of post-rock trio Sigur Ros about what being a musician really means, authenticity, embracing laziness, and finally making a record that sounds like Iceland. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, October 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Nitecap, OMBIIGIZI, Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart
#147. Nitecap mixes funk and synth-heavy soul to make a voice memo sound bananas, OMBIIGIZI puts Big Pharma on trial, Rebecca Haviland waxes nostalgic for late-night New York City, and Ron shares new faves from SPRINTS, Father John Misty, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, October 02, 2024
United Record Pressing
#146. Ron takes a tour of Nashville's United Record Pressing - the largest and longest-operating vinyl manufacturer in the US - and talks 75 years of music history with URP's Cam Sarrett. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, September 11, 2024
ELEVEN: John Van Deusen, Bird Call, One Morning Left
#145. John Van Deusen releases the oldest song he's ever written, Bird Call overcomes pandemic-provoked OCD, One Morning Left pays tribute to Knight Rider, Love In Reverse takes a digital detour, and Ron shares new faves from The Smile, Hammock + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, August 30, 2024
niecesandnephews
#144. Ron talks with drummer/composer Mario Gutierrez about his solo project niecesandnephews , joining Ghost Funk Orchestra, growing up on Tito Puente, bringing positive energy to the studio and the stage. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, August 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Caroline Kingsbury, Unlearn, MP Shaw + Daniel G. Harmann
#143. Caroline Kingsbury fulfills her wildest Bruce Springsteen dreams, Unlearn and MP Shaw recruit Daniel G. Harmann to take a forgotten song to intergalactic places, and Ron shares new faves from niecesandnephews, Jerry Cantrell + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, July 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Kyle Andrews, ASHRR, One Hundred Thousand
#142. Kyle Andrews' song tells him how to write it, ASHRR speak French to unlock a space disco hook, One Hundred Thousand reevaluate relationships, and Ron shares new faves from Highly Suspect, La Luz + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, July 07, 2024
Bill Evans
#141. Ron talks with sax legend Bill Evans about playing with Miles Davis, building a fanbase in Europe, wearing bandanas, getting help from MTF , and living in New York City in the '80s. This episode is sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, June 11, 2024
ELEVEN: Urban Heat, Hillhaven, Unwed Sailor
#140. Urban Heat prepare for the apocalypse, Chris Kelly of Hillhaven hits rock bottom, Unwed Sailor deconstructs a song, and Ron shares new faves from Liily, Drab Majesty, Beth Gibbons + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, June 03, 2024
Dolly
#139. Ron talks with Michael Eliran of New York indie rock band Dolly about reconnecting with his musical community, shortening his band name, touring with Michael Imperioli, and the trials and tribulations that led to a new EP. This episode is sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, May 06, 2024
Coyote Motel
#138. Ron talks with Ted Drozdowski of Nashville cosmic roots band Coyote Motel about Mississippi blues, Pennsylvania coal mines, his theremin-playing wife, recording with chickens, a rotation of hats, and making his first-ever movie. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, April 08, 2024
Castle Black
#137. Ron talks with Brooklyn duo Castle Black about touring with dogs, tap dancing, teaching calculus and releasing their first full-length album. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, February 27, 2024
Alice Merton
#136. Ron talks with Alice Merton about the success of 'No Roots', starting a record label, being a good person, betting on herself, and loving The Alan Parsons Project. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, December 18, 2023
Rob Drabkin
#135. Ron talks with Denver musician Rob Drabkin about picking guitar over science, channeling Bob Ross, selling biscuits, singing the national anthem, and making Spring In December . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, October 10, 2023
Jesse Daniel Edwards
#134. Ron talks with Nashville musician Jesse Daniel Edwards about celebrating piano rock, being a pirate, the benefits of busking, and the bold transformation that led to Violensia . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, September 08, 2023
Phil Hurley
#133. Ron talks with guitarist Phil Hurley about Gigolo Aunts, Tracy Bonham, The South Austin Moonlighters, and how the Musician Treatment Foundation fixed his hand and saved his livelihood. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, July 13, 2023
Hate Dept.
#132. Ron talks with Seibold about anger and anarchy, college radio, buying and living in a school, and the rise and the return of Hate Dept. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, June 29, 2023
Spotlights returns!
#131. Ron talks with Spotlights about loving each other, winning over fans, working with Ipecac Recordings, moving to Pittsburgh, and making Alchemy For The Dead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, June 12, 2023
Love In Reverse
#130. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Michael Ferentino about music therapy, getting signed to a major label, loving Prince, shaving his head, and the resurrection of Love In Reverse. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, May 29, 2023
Kit-Cat Klock
#129. Ron talks with California Clock Company president Woody Young and some Kit-Cat superfans about the iconic timekeeper that’s put a smile on everyone’s face since 1932. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, April 04, 2023
Dillon Warnek
#128. Ron talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Dillon Warnek about borrowing Margo Price's band, warming up to Bob Dylan, admiring Norm Macdonald, and chasing songs that sizzle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, March 14, 2023
King's X
#127. Ron talks with dUg Pinnick of legendary rock trio King's X about empathy, self-worth, looking for love, getting high, rejecting Christianity, and the fine art of friendship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, February 28, 2023
X-RL7
#126. Ron talks with UK musician and animator Mike Evans about devouring Korn, soothing side projects, failed record deals, and turning me into a cartoon for his cyberpunk animated pixel art series X-RL7. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, February 14, 2023
SOUL GLO
#125. Ron talks with Philadelphia hardcore band SOUL GLO about their punk rock roots, being subversive, loving Prince, smoking weed, and keeping their fans well-nourished. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, January 26, 2023
Safari Room
#124. Ron talks with Alec Koukol of indie rock band Safari Room about the drive to succeed, panic attacks, church choirs, and how he went from Rascal Flatts to Rage Against The Machine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 31, 2022
The Love-In
#123. Ron talks with Nashville-based indie band The Love-In about being roommates, mourning the death of a bandmate, opening for Bleachers, and having sex with the sun. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, July 14, 2022
Nothing More
#122. Ron talks with Jonny Hawkins of Texas hard rock band Nothing More about conquering fear with help from his mother, meeting Pantera, responding to record label rejection, and launching into the air. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, June 06, 2022
Alicia Blue + The Districts
#121. Ron talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Alicia Blue about leaving L.A., destiny, poetry, and seizing the day. Rob Grote of The Districts returns to the podcast to talk about romantic self-delusion, rolling with the punches, and doing acid with a 74 year-old Vietnam vet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, April 21, 2022
Stabbing Westward + Kitten Robot Records
#120. Ron talks with Stabbing Westward keyboardist Walter Flakus about the Chicago industrial band's commercial success, his other career in radio, and reuniting to make SW's first album in two decades. Ron visits Los Angeles record label Kitten Robot Records and talks with musicians Paul Roessler and Josie Cotton about resilience and running a studio and a label together. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, March 22, 2022
Jess Furman returns!
#119. Ron talks with Los Angeles producer, songwriter and composer Jess Furman about the social impact of her music, writing songs for My Little Pony , how an encounter with Bette Midler got her back on her career path, and reuniting on the beach ten years later. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, February 28, 2022
Caroline Kingsbury
#118. Ron talks with Los Angeles indie pop artist Caroline Kingsbury about coming out as queer, breakup songs, synthesizers, dealing with grief, The Killers, and Katz’s Delicatessen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, January 27, 2022
Illiterate Light
#117. Ron talks with indie rock duo Illiterate Light about their unique live setup, playful music videos, Jake’s interesting fashion choices, and stretching musical boundaries. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, December 30, 2021
Hope Blanchard
#116. Ron talks with indie pop country artist Hope Blanchard and her producer/husband Mitch about their love story, balancing marriage and Hope’s music career, and living in a van together. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, November 18, 2021
Middle Kids
#115. Ron talks with Hannah Joy of Sydney, Australia indie rock band Middle Kids about motherhood, classical piano, marrying a bandmate, and Waffle House. Ron welcomes a new sponsor and sells out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, October 25, 2021
Liily
#114. Ron talks with Dylan Nash of Los Angeles alternative rock band Liily about mental health, missing teeth, signing a record deal, and the career arc of Sylvester Stallone. After 18 months apart, Ron and the podcast get back together. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 08, 2020
Takoma Radio
#113. Ron talks with Marika Partridge, Steve Hoffman, and The Night Nurse about their contributions to a community radio station, WOWD Takoma Radio in Takoma Park, Maryland. Ron gets the coronavirus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, February 07, 2020
G. Love
#112. Ron talks with Philadelphia indie music icon G. Love about The Juice , power naps, politics, Brooklyn accents, beards, Brushfire Records, and being hazed by Keb' Mo'. Ron rants about The Grammys. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, January 22, 2020
Mock Identity
#111. Ron talks with Josh Hoffman of Washington DC indie rock band Mock Identity about Rhizome DC, Iowa punk rock, being a musical ambassador, and playing the euphonium. Ron rants about 'Best Of' Lists, Taron Egerton, and Whitney Houston in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, January 01, 2020
The Bouncing Souls
#110. Ron talks with Greg Attonito of New Jersey punk rock band The Bouncing Souls about fatherhood, going vegetarian, the 1980s, Bruce Springsteen, and 30 years of bouncing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, December 17, 2019
Eric Byrd
#109. Ron talks with Washington DC pianist/vocalist Eric Byrd about performing A Charlie Brown Christmas , leading a jazz trio, Rage Against The Machine, and why I'm better at piano than I think I am. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, November 27, 2019
Ra Ra Riot
#108. Ron talks with Mat Santos of New York indie rock band Ra Ra Riot about poor tour packing, bonding over U2, making Superbloom , and his bass guitar heroes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, November 15, 2019
The Trashcan Sinatras
#107. Ron talks with Scotland indie rock band The Trashcan Sinatras about revisiting old songs, shredding, working within limitations, and overlooking Radiohead. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, October 16, 2019
Eric Astor
#106. Ron talks with Eric Astor, founder and CEO of Furnace Record Pressing, about the appeal of vinyl, connecting with people, and record manufacturing madness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, October 01, 2019
Ken Stringfellow
#105. Ron talks with Ken Stringfellow of Washington indie rock band The Posies about the Pacific Northwest, love at first sight, why he wants to play in your living room, and releasing an album on 9/11. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, September 13, 2019
Baroness
#104. Ron talks with John Dyer Baizley of Georgia heavy metal band Baroness about cutoff t-shirts, critical acclaim, giving the fans their money's worth, and why he's not comfortable with having his signature on your arm. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, August 29, 2019
JJ Wilde
#103. Ron talks with Canadian indie rocker JJ Wilde about why rock isn't dead, tour lessons, car dealerships, and the best burger she ever ate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 14, 2019
Torche
#102. Ron talks with Jonathan Nunez of Miami hard rock band Torche about self-producing albums, moving air, making his own amps, chasing a feeling, and the strum that ruined his life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, July 30, 2019
Fruit Bats
#101. Ron talks with Eric D. Johnson of indie folk band Fruit Bats about his middle initial, his lost solo album, and making clever music videos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, July 15, 2019
Bob Boilen
#100. Ron talks with Bob Boilen, creator and host of NPR's All Songs Considered and musician in experimental rock act Danger Painters, about tiny desks, thunderstorms, concert photography, the power of his hat, and running away screaming from rock n' roll. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, June 28, 2019
Fury
#99. Ron talks with Jeremy Stith of California hardcore band Fury about failed entertainment, Weird Al, skipping social media, getting duped into singing, and being a better boyfriend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, June 17, 2019
Sinkane
#98. Ron talks with Sudanese-American indie musician Sinkane about getting sober, taking center stage, fancy hats, and the quest for delicious food. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, May 21, 2019
Dub Trio
#97. Ron talks with Brooklyn dub rock heavyweights Dub Trio about reunions, vintage drums, Ethiopian food, being 66.66% Canadian, and The Shape Of Dub To Come . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, April 29, 2019
Frances Cone
#96. Ron talks with Christina Cone of Nashville-based indie pop band Frances Cone about sound checks, patience, Brooklyn, marrying her band mate, and being called Frances. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, April 15, 2019
Failure
#95. Ron talks with Ken Andrews of Los Angeles alternative rock band Failure about comebacks, The Cure, college radio, frogs, Nirvana, and hating on hair metal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, March 28, 2019
Theodore
#94. Ron talks with Greek songwriter and composer Theodore about getting lost, taking risks, Buster Keaton, The Doors, and multiple orgasms. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, March 14, 2019
Citizen Cope
#93. Ron talks with trailblazing independent artist Citizen Cope about enlightenment, scalping tickets, Beastie Boys, growing a team, and being a Dad. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, March 01, 2019
Brothertiger
#92. Ron talks with John Jagos of Brooklyn electronic project Brothertiger about Tears For Fears, The Jungle Book, The Toledo Mud Hens, playing in a teapot, and making depressing tropical music. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, February 14, 2019
Social Station
#91. Ron talks with Paul Todd of Washington DC post-punk act Social Station about feeding his passion, our Brooklyn high school band, Italian sweatshirts, leather pants, and recruiting his teenage son to play bass. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, January 31, 2019
Astronoid
#90. Ron talks with Brett Boland of Boston dream thrash band Astronoid about bands with too many albums, mid-tempo Metallica, and the entire history of Prong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, January 15, 2019
DeVotchKa
#89. Ron talks with Nick Urata of gypsy rock band DeVotchKa about underwater villages, vintage suits, leaving dogs behind, Little Miss Sunshine , and losing a Grammy to Johnny Cash. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, December 21, 2018
Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart
#88. Ron talks with New York Americana band Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart about bright city lights, love connections, self-promotion, musical families, and going all-in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, December 12, 2018
Lissie
#87. Ron talks with Illinois singer/songwriter Lissie about leaving Los Angeles, Little Orphan Annie, Stairway To Heaven, getting arrested, and baling hay in Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, November 28, 2018
Black Joe Lewis
#86. Ron talks with Austin, Texas blues rock guitarist Black Joe Lewis about half-price oysters, Comic Book Guy, homemade bongs, the Dallas Cowboys, and life with The Honeybears. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, November 14, 2018
Our Lady Peace
#85. Ron talks with Raine Maida of Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace about the band's 25 year history, changing his name, collaborating with his wife, and his rock n' roll love story. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, October 30, 2018
Steven Page
#84. Ron talks with Canadian singer/songwriter Steven Page about potty mouths, Elvis Costello, epic album covers, talented sons, and life after Barenaked Ladies. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, October 14, 2018
Local H
#83. Ron talks with Scott Lucas of Illinois alternative rock band Local H about two-piece bands, opening for Metallica, and texting actor Michael Shannon to star in his music video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, September 27, 2018
Michael Rault
#82. Ron talks with Montreal singer/songwriter Michael Rault about his new album, It's A New Day Tonight , Daptone Records, his retro sound, Harry Nilsson, and not being fancy enough for Williamsburg. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, September 07, 2018
CAKE
#81. Ron talks with John McCrea of Sacramento alternative rock band CAKE about Neanderthals, 'No Pizza' riders, Rush, song scavenging, giving away trees, and how to fix the broken music industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 22, 2018
Toad the Wet Sprocket
#80. Ron talks with Dean Dinning of Santa Barbara alternative rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket about the band’s storied history, rejecting pop songs, and jamming with Steve Perry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, July 06, 2018
The Last Internationale
#79. Ron talks with Delila Paz of New York City rock band The Last Internationale about the band’s forthcoming album, Soul On Fire , going indie after a major label deal, existential crises, music therapy, and changing the world with rock n’ roll. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, June 12, 2018
Blue October
#78. Ron talks with Justin Furstenfeld of Houston alternative rock band Blue October about producing a new album, starting his own label, getting sober, meeting his wife, and second chances. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, May 24, 2018
The Parlor
#77. Ron talks with Altamont indie pop duo The Parlor about their new album, Kiku, mysticism, meeting in an elevator, running the family farm, and facing grief. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, May 10, 2018
Ed Schrader's Music Beat
#76. Ron talks with Baltimore indie rock duo Ed Schrader's Music Beat about facing the music, Billy Joel, The Buffalo Bills, mooching off Dan Deacon, and making the album their hearts wanted to make. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, April 30, 2018
We Are Scientists
#75. Ron talks with New York City indie rock band We Are Scientists about their new album, Megaplex , label hopping, Letterman, cats, Walkmen, and fruit leather jackets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, April 19, 2018
Mike Doughty
#74. Ron talks with Memphis singer/songwriter and author Mike Doughty about his artistic roots in New York City, crowdfunding, writing a book, rock operas, and the "dark days" of Soul Coughing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, April 09, 2018
Longwave
#73. Ron talks with New York City rock band Longwave about the band's start in 90s-era NYC, the end of their indefinite hiatus, and waiting to make a comeback. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, March 27, 2018
The Nectars
#72. Ron talks with New Jersey punk rock band The Nectars about Dirty Jerz, toxic situations, being a 'weed band', and demanding sex. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, March 18, 2018
The Districts
#71 Ron talks with Philadelphia indie rock band The Districts about their latest album, Popular Manipulations , signing with Fat Possum Records, cuddling on the road, and Pat's man crush on The Beatles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, March 08, 2018
Mythless
#70. Ron talks with Brooklyn guitarist and visual artist Jason Bartell about his new project Mythless, his crush on Toronto, forming Fang Island, and musical maximalism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, February 15, 2018
Dolly Spartans
#69. Ron talks with New York City garage rockers Dolly Spartans about supporting the ACLU, chasing bread trucks, running into Liam Payne, and the death of a bandmate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, February 07, 2018
Rob Reiner
#68. Ron talks with director, producer and Emmy Award winning actor Rob Reiner about making LBJ , working with Woody Harrelson, and meeting his wife on the set of When Harry Met Sally . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, January 19, 2018
Beat The System, The World's Greatest Detective + more
#67. Ron introduces new songs from Black Wail, The World's Greatest Detective, Baptista, One Hundred Thousand, and Beat The System. Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, December 21, 2017
Scott Ian
#66. Ron talks with Scott Ian, guitarist and founding member of thrash metal legends Anthrax about his book, Access All Areas , going bald, worshiping KISS, and eating meat loaf with Meat Loaf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, December 10, 2017
Ron Scalzo
#65. Guest host Andrew Magnotta from New Jersey band One Hundred Thousand talks with Ron about Ron's new album, I Gotta Rock , how to host a podcast, and songs about doin' it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, November 13, 2017
Noah Gundersen
#64. Ron talks with Seattle indie rocker Noah Gundersen about his new album, White Noise , collaborating with his sister, and the advantages of not having a backup plan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, October 30, 2017
Spotlights
#63. Ron talks with Brooklyn sludge rock band Spotlights about the new album, Seismic , opening for Deftones and Melvins, and their rock n' roll love story. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, October 11, 2017
Enter Shikari
#62. Ron talks with Rou Reynolds of UK rock band Enter Shikari about the new album, The Spark , panic attacks, the healing power of music, my Brooklyn accent, and which is sexier - trumpet or trombone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, September 26, 2017
Fantastic Negrito
#61. Ron talks with Oakland blues rocker Fantastic Negrito about his Grammy-award winning album, The Last Days of Oakland , stage fright, growing weed, escaping death, and being discovered by Chris Cornell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, September 15, 2017
Dent May
#60. Ron talks with Los Angeles pop/lounge musician Dent May about his new album, Across The Multiverse , all there is to do in Mississippi, staying true to himself, and making a pop casserole. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, August 31, 2017
Cende, Castle Black, Madeline Kenny + more
#59. Ron introduces new songs from Cende, Castle Black, Modern Crowds, TheRival, & Madeline Kenney, plus a new single of his own. Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 16, 2017
Gogol Bordello
#58 Ron talks with Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello about the band's new album, Seekers and Finders , his unique gypsy style, and his father, the vegetarian butcher. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, July 26, 2017
RavenEye
#57. Ron talks with UK hard rock trio RavenEye about making their debut album, Nova, on-stage acrobatics, and opening for KISS. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, July 12, 2017
Beach Fossils
#56. Ron talks with Brooklyn indie rock band Beach Fossils about their new album, Somersault, starting their own record label, and how to make a high quality low budget video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, June 30, 2017
Otep
#55. Ron talks with Los Angeles heavy metal artist Otep Shamaya about her new album, Generation Doom , being on a Twitter watch list, the impact of profanity, and defending her passionate stances. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, June 13, 2017
Okilly Dokilly
#54. Ron talks with Phoenix metalcore band Okilly Dokilly about their recent album, Howdilly Doodily , their Ned Flanders obsession, white wine spritzers, and the band's accidental fame. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, May 16, 2017
Hey Anna
#53. Ron talks with Brooklyn dream pop band Hey Anna about their new album, Run Koko , why Anna gets top billing, touring Japan, and breaking down in Wyoming. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, April 28, 2017
Vagabon
#52. Ron talks with Brooklyn-based pop/punk act Vagabon about her new album, Infinite Worlds , Elvis Duran, hardcore music, and teaching herself how to play the drums. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, April 13, 2017
Modern Chemistry returns!
Ron talks with New Jersey alternative rock band Modern Chemistry about their new EP, Dreaming Adjacent , Taking Back Sunday, and their passion for a great hook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, March 30, 2017
Bandits On The Run return!
#50. Ron talks with pop/folk trio Bandits On The Run about their new album, The Criminal Record , managing their first Kickstarter campaign, and finding (Lucky) Jesus. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, March 14, 2017
The Boobies return!
#49. Ron talks with Brooklyn-based garage rock band The Boobies about never going home, witches and werewolves, and raising money for a new van. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, February 28, 2017
The Pop Ups
#48. Ron talks with Grammy-nominated children's music duo The Pop Ups about Passover puppet musicals, The Muppet Show, and their quest to be on television. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, February 10, 2017
Cloud Nothings
#47. Ron talks with Dylan Baldi of Cleveland alternative rock band Cloud Nothings about the new album, Life Without Sound , Led Zeppelin, a mutual love of dogs and chili, and why he misses MySpace. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, January 13, 2017
One Hundred Thousand
#46. Ron talks with New Jersey progressive rock band One Hundred Thousand about their latest album, The Forms In Which They Appear , falling off the stage, and how a weightlifter's YouTube vid is putting money in their pockets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, December 15, 2016
Oli Chang
#45. Ron talks with Oli Chang of Highs Highs and Animal Feelings about making mixes for girls, unique songwriting methods, and getting suspended from a Singapore boarding school. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, November 29, 2016
Janet Devlin
#44. Ron talks with Ireland singer-songwriter Janet Devlin about her new Christmas EP, Little Lights , a digital detox, and appearing on The X Factor . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, November 16, 2016
Electric Six
#43. Ron talks with Dick Valentine of Detroit alternative rock act Electric Six about the new album, Fresh Blood For Tired Vampyres , dancing with dark forces, using Kickstarter, and how he's below average at everything. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, October 14, 2016
Sadie Dupuis
#42. Ron talks with Sadie Dupuis of Sad13 and Speedy Ortiz about her new album, Slugger, responding to her own tweets, and a mutual love of '90s-era college radio rock. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, September 30, 2016
Layne
#41. Ron talks with Los Angeles indie pop/rock act Layne about the new EP, The Black Hills , visiting New York for the first time, commitment, and music industry success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, September 15, 2016
Wild Planes, A Valley Son, Your Persona + more
#40. Ron introduces new songs from Wild Planes, Social Station, Your Persona, Spacebeard, Daniel G. Harmann, A Valley Son. Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 31, 2016
Junior Boys
#39. Ron talks with Jeremy Greenspan of Ontario electronic pop duo Junior Boys about the band's new album, Big Black Coat , writing songs for lonely men, and why he'll die in Canada. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 17, 2016
Holy Fuck
#38. Ron talks with Toronto experimental rock band Holy Fuck about their new album, Congrats , embracing the chaos, and making gadgets that make music. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, July 22, 2016
Lola Rhodes
#37. Southern California pop singer/songwriter Lola Rhodes talks about creating a stage name, releasing a new single each month, and her fetish for The Chipmunk Song. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, June 24, 2016
The Rock n Roll Hi Fives
#36. Ron talks with New Jersey family band The Rock n Roll Hi Fives about wearing capes and masks, gold glitter shoes, and hitting the road together in their rad RV. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, June 06, 2016
Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities
#35. Ron talks with Ernest D'Amaso of New York City retro soul act Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities about embodying an on-stage character, a shift from rock to R&B, and his band's debut album. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, May 19, 2016
Bear Hands
#34. Ron talks with Brooklyn alternative rock band Bear Hands about staying up late, starting a record label, and how they've stayed together for nearly a decade. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, April 28, 2016
Lucky Chops
#33. Ron talks with New York City brass band Lucky Chops about their upcoming European tour, their unexpected Internet fame, and busking in the subway tunnels of NYC. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, April 08, 2016
Black Wail
#32. Ron talks with New Jersey hard rock band Black Wail about the growing Jersey City music scene, stoner metal, and putting their latest release out on cassette. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, March 16, 2016
Circadian Clock
#31. Ron talks with New York City alternative rock band Circadian Clock about punk rock ideology, making friends with pirates, and dreams that never end. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, February 25, 2016
Lewis Lane
#30. Ron talks with Brooklyn-based soul-pop vocalist Lewis Lane about her time as a jazz vocal major at the U. of Miami, the pros and cons of sharing music online, and being a 'nervous performer.' See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, February 11, 2016
Jared Scharff
#29. Ron talks with Saturday Night Live band guitarist Jared Scharff about his electronic instrumental solo project Pearl Lion, how he got the SNL gig, and collaborating with Fox Animation Domination. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, January 27, 2016
Isle of Rhodes
#28. Ron talks with Robert Farren of alternative rock act Isle of Rhodes about vintage audio equipment, classical music, and how venues with stairs present a challenge for a solo artist and his 100-pound instrument. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, December 15, 2015
Pros & Icons
#27. Ron talks with New York pop/rock band Pros & Icons about performing at Z100's Jingle Ball, how their college education set them up for success, and covering pop hits on YouTube. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, November 16, 2015
Modern Chemistry
#26. Ron talks with New Jersey alternative rock band Modern Chemistry about their first legit tour, performing at Chicago's Riot Fest, and their affection for boy bands and Justin Bieber. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, October 15, 2015
Burlap To Cashmere returns!
#25. Ron talks with Brooklyn folk rock band Burlap To Cashmere about making and self-releasing their new album, Freedom Souls , and hitting the road after two decades together. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, September 30, 2015
The Boobies
#24. Ron talks with New York City indie rock band The Boobies about their new single, being part of a musical community, and how the band's name is causing confusion on the Internet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, September 15, 2015
Yuck
#23. Ron talks with London-based alternative rock band Yuck about making a new album, Max's cat, and the mysterious disappearance of Jonny’s afro. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, August 26, 2015
Ottawa
#22. Ron talks with Cleveland pop/rock band Ottawa about how to fit 7 people in one hotel room, and their quest for rock n' roll stardom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, August 09, 2015
Play Date returns!
#21. Ron talks with award-winning children's music duo Play Date about their new album, We All Shine , performing at zoos, ninja pajamas, and sharing creative passions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, July 29, 2015
Steve Guttenberg
#20. Ron talks with 80s movie icon and Lavalantula star Steve Guttenberg about battling giant spiders, acting reunions, creature features, and what it means to be a hero. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, July 16, 2015
Bandits On The Run
#19. Ron talks with Brooklyn-based trio Bandits On The Run about busking on the streets and subway platforms of New York City, their acting careers, and Amy Winehouse. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, July 09, 2015
Cedar Blue
#18. Ron talks with indie folk rock act Cedar Blue about upstate New York, interning in radio, and making their debut album. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, June 25, 2015
Justin Morelli
#17. Ron talks with pop singer and dancer Justin Morelli about hustle in the music industry, his love of pop music and sports, and his determination to be a star. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, June 16, 2015
To Be Strong
#16. Ron talks with filmmaker Ken Spooner and the subject of his short film, Anthony Daniels about adversity, boxing, an inspirational battle with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and what it means To Be Strong. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, May 26, 2015
Henry Rollins
#15. Ron talks with actor, author, spoken word artist and punk rock legend Henry Rollins about hosting 10 Things You Don’t Know About on The History Channel, what he does for fun, and being an entertainment icon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sun, May 24, 2015
Balancer
#14. Ron talks with Brooklyn electronic pop/rock trio Balancer about Berklee School of Music in Boston, the familiar smell of Subway, and raising funds for their debut album, Tipsoo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Mon, May 11, 2015
Duff McKagan
#13. Ron talks with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Guns N Roses bassist, and author Duff McKagan about his new book, How To Be A Man , and what it's like to be Faith No More's gimp. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Thu, May 07, 2015
Nicholas Megalis returns!
#12. Ron talks with Vine superstar and author Nicholas Megalis about his new book, Mega Weird , collaborating with his illustrator Dad, and what it means to be a leader of a cult of weirdos. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Tue, May 05, 2015
Luke Rathborne
#11. Ron talks with New York City alternative rocker Luke Rathborne about starting his own record label, having Deepak Chopra as a fan, and his latest album, Soft . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Fri, May 01, 2015
Putzel
#10. Ron talks with composer Jonathan “JB” Benedict, director Jason Chaet, and producer Allegra Cohen about film scoring, Jones Street Station, and making the new independent film, Putzel . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Sat, April 25, 2015
Pilot Touhill
#9. Ron talks with Southern California reggae rock act Pilot Touhill about his New York origins, how losing his father changed his life, and his new EP, Keeping Secrets . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Of The United
#8. Ron talks with Matt Phillips and Will Parker of pop/rock act Of The United about the Nashville music scene in Nashville, finding an audience in Beirut, and a devastating car accident. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Lonna Marie
#7. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Lonna Marie about adjusting to life in Los Angeles, and the art of ukulele playing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Nicholas Megalis
#6. Ron talks with Vine superstar Nicholas Megalis about his newfound fame, the art of Vining, and his musical ambitions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
"Weird" Al Yankovic
#5. Ron talks with "Weird Al" Yankovic about his new children's book, his relationship with his daughter, and his legendary status. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Daniel G. Harmann
#4. Ron talks with Seattle singer/songwriter Daniel G. Harmann about forming The Trouble Starts, visiting New York City, and showing support for fellow indie artists. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Play Date
#3. Ron talks with Shanti Wintergate and Greg Attonito of Play Date about making children's music, unexpected romance, and collaborating as a couple. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Jess Furman
#2. Ron talks with LA-based singer/songwriter Jess Furman about being a Manhattan waitress, moving across the country, and licensing her music for TV and film. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Wed, April 22, 2015
Burlap To Cashmere
#1. Ron talks with folk rock band Burlap To Cashmere about conquering the Christian music scene, their Greek roots, working with major labels, and building their Brooklyn home studio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
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