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Art, Algorithms, And Authenticity In Modern Punk: Goldstate Interview
March 10, 2026

Art, Algorithms, And Authenticity In Modern Punk: Goldstate Interview

Send in your music story! British punk bite, modern pop-punk shine, and a whole lot of heart—Gold State drop in to talk craft, culture, and the chaos of building a band that actually stands out. We kick off with their UK DNA—Sex Pistols attitude, Blur-era swagger—and how that merges with American-l…

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We Break Down Pokémon Day 2026, From Mobile Updates To “Wins And Waves”
March 4, 2026

We Break Down Pokémon Day 2026, From Mobile Updates To “Wins And Wave…

Send in your music story! Thirty years of Pokémon should feel like pure celebration—so we put the entire Pokémon Day 2026 slate under the lens. We kick off with the energy of the Presents and work through what truly matters: the return of GameCube cult favorites Colosseum and Gale of Darkness with …

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Leather Pants, High Kicks, And Even Higher Notes: Pseudo Cowboys Interview
Feb. 22, 2026

Leather Pants, High Kicks, And Even Higher Notes: Pseudo Cowboys Inte…

Send in your music story! A glam-flash falsetto, a roundhouse kick, and a gut-punch truth about making art in a feed-driven world—this conversation with Adam from The Pseudo Cowboys is a ride. We open on the band’s signature blend of theater and grit: 80s-tinted vocals, Prince-like swagger, and rif…

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We Need To Talk.....About the show?? : Halftime Re-Cap
Feb. 15, 2026

We Need To Talk.....About the show?? : Halftime Re-Cap

Send in your music story! Two halftime shows, one internet firestorm, and a promise to keep the conversation about music. We dig into why the official Super Bowl spectacle worked so well on a production level—think saturated color, precision choreography, and one unforgettable reveal where the “gra…

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2026 Grammys Recap/ The H&B Awards!
Feb. 8, 2026

2026 Grammys Recap/ The H&B Awards!

Send in your music story! A blizzard outside, a firestorm in music. We start with the easy stuff—laughs, life updates, and a nostalgia trip through 2000s anthems—then dive straight into the friction points shaping live music right now: dynamic ticket pricing, runaway fees, and why mid-level artists…

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Episode 182 WHERE ARE YOU : Blink182 Day
Feb. 1, 2026

Episode 182 WHERE ARE YOU : Blink182 Day

Send in your music story! Blink 182 isn’t just a pop-punk postcard from the past—it’s a living diary that swings between dumb jokes and devastating honesty. We dive straight into the songs that defined our teens and still sneak into our playlists: the rush of First Date, the eternal wink of What’s …

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Behind The Hook And Bridge: Fan Q&A
Jan. 26, 2026

Behind The Hook And Bridge: Fan Q&A

Send in your music story! Plans changed fast after a storm rolled through, our co-host got called into work, and the “Pokemon live play” turned into something more revealing. We open the mics and go all-in on the real stuff: how this show started, what we’ve learned from wild guests and early misst…

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Music News, Laughs, And A Wild Game Night
Jan. 18, 2026

Music News, Laughs, And A Wild Game Night

Send in your music story! A wedding request to Scott Blasey, a brand-new video spinoff we’re slightly scared to make, and a lyric game that derails into glorious chaos—this one moves fast and hits a lot. We kick off by revisiting last week’s interview, then clip an on-air invite to the Clarks front…

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Songs, Stories, And more Scott Blasey of The Clarks
Jan. 11, 2026

Songs, Stories, And more Scott Blasey of The Clarks

Send in your music story! A melody can hold a whole life. That’s where we start with Scott Blasey of The Clarks—peeling back the layers of songs that carry grief, joy, and the strange electricity of a room that finally goes quiet. Scott shares how Broken Dove found its shape after a late-night guit…

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Christmas Recap/ Top 10 Songs of 2025
Jan. 4, 2026

Christmas Recap/ Top 10 Songs of 2025

Send in your music story! Start with a question: what happens when your words shape your year? We dive into that idea headfirst, sharing New Year goals about speaking with intention, listening better, and even using silence as a strategic tool. From high-stakes business meetings to decompressing at…

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Music's Biggest Moments in 2025!
Dec. 22, 2025

Music's Biggest Moments in 2025!

Send in your music story! It’s amazing how a show grows up. We started with wobbly mics and chaotic intros; now we’re three and a half years in, juggling season three plans, holiday chaos, and a creator workflow that actually works most days. The conversation opens with gratitude and candor—what la…

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Top 10 Songs Everyone Knows the Words to!
Dec. 15, 2025

Top 10 Songs Everyone Knows the Words to!

Send in your music story! Ever watch a stranger melt down in public and wonder what the right response should be? We start with a jaw-dropping Walmart story—complete with aisle-side outrage and a hero repeating “why are you mad?”—and turn it into a bigger conversation about empathy, language barrie…

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Taylors Big Beautiful Show!
Dec. 9, 2025

Taylors Big Beautiful Show!

Send in your music story! A birthday crown, a Charizard Loungefly, and a brand‑new Switch 2 set the stage for a wild ride through shiny hunts, DLC megas, and the strange magic of pacing a game you love. We get honest about Pokemon Legends ZA: the fun of guaranteed shinies, the feel of the world, an…

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Love, Loss, And Finding “God Boy” an Interview with Ryan Woods
Dec. 2, 2025

Love, Loss, And Finding “God Boy” an Interview with Ryan Woods

Send in your music story! A church kid with a four-year-old’s guitar and a head full of melodies grows into an artist who threads love, doubt, and faith into a tight, modern pop record—this conversation with Ryan Woods brings that journey to life. We explore how God Boy is more than a title; it’s a…

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Interview with "A New Violet"
Nov. 24, 2025

Interview with "A New Violet"

Send in your music story! Ever want to throw a bag in the car, leave the stale routine behind, and floor it toward something that feels alive again? That’s the pulse beating through our conversation with Beth from A New Violet—a rock vocalist with a punk heart—fresh off the electricity of Warped To…

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Chained Saint: Bringing 80s Metal Back!
Nov. 16, 2025

Chained Saint: Bringing 80s Metal Back!

Send in your music story! A metal icon noticed them first, but the story gets louder from there. We’re sitting with Chained Saint—teens with vintage swagger and modern force—unpacking how a Halford nod, a garage education, and a ruthless love of riffs turned into songs that hit like a live amp. We …

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Ultimate 90s Trivia Championship with Like Ghosts
Nov. 10, 2025

Ultimate 90s Trivia Championship with Like Ghosts

Send in your music story! The volume’s up and the lane’s wide open: Like Ghosts return with a sound that folds bright synths into crunching guitars and somehow makes heartbreak feel like a victory lap. We sit down to map the jump from viral covers to original anthems, unpack why Wish You The Best l…

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4th Annual Halloween Show!
Oct. 30, 2025

4th Annual Halloween Show!

Send in your music story! A new studio, a baby in a duck costume, and a camera with a mind of its own—our fourth annual Halloween special brings joyful chaos and a whole lot of heart. We kick off in full costume as our musician alter-egos and end up trading real fandom takes that might ruffle a few…

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From Womb Kicks To 90s Grit: LaureNicole’s Rock Story
Oct. 27, 2025

From Womb Kicks To 90s Grit: LaureNicole’s Rock Story

Send in your music story! A name that sounds like a solo act but moves like a band: Lauren Nicole joins us to unpack how a family-first rock project found its voice in 90s alt grit, pop clarity, and the kind of bridges that turn songs into memories. From kicking in the womb to Springsteen’s beat to…

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Whose The Hottest? Part 2 / Seether Concert Recap
Oct. 19, 2025

Whose The Hottest? Part 2 / Seether Concert Recap

Send in your music story! A new logo, a crowded week, and a sprint from the gym set the stage for a sharp left turn: what happens when a customer snaps their fingers like you’re the help? We unpack the small humiliations of service work, the weirdness of tip culture, and the simple grace of eye con…

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Whose the Hottest? Musician Bracket Breakdown
Sept. 28, 2025

Whose the Hottest? Musician Bracket Breakdown

Send in your music story! This week Harley, Chris and Taylor discuss things going on in their weeks and in the world. Harley shows off some of his prized possessions in his record collection and then the gang sits down and goes over this fun music bracket to determine who the hottest is! Check out …

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Now That's A Clip! : Forrest Day Interview
Sept. 22, 2025

Now That's A Clip! : Forrest Day Interview

Send in your music story! This week we sit down with the incredibly talented Forrest Day to discuss his long standing career in the music industry and his new album "Right Time" set to release on October 10th! The album is truly amazing with well crafted melodies to fit into Forrest's exceptionally…

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Therapy of Music: Horizon Point Interview
Sept. 14, 2025

Therapy of Music: Horizon Point Interview

Send in your music story! This week we sit down with this incredible up and coming Ska band with just the right amount of Pop-Punk influence! We discuss some real deep mental health awareness and how important it is to have these elements within the writing. After that hang out with us as we dive i…

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Ryan Cabrera: The Joys of Fatherhood
Sept. 7, 2025

Ryan Cabrera: The Joys of Fatherhood

Send in your music story! This week Host Harley had the awesome privilege to sit down again with the one and only Ryan Cabrera. They discuss what its like as new fathers, Ryan's intense tour schedule, and the new updated release of "On the Way Down" in collaboration with Like Ghosts! A truly wholes…

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