Bardown Breakdown

In this engaging conversation, Mikey chats with Michael Verrastro from the band Sunday Morning about their recent album 'Eternal Grief', the challenges and excitement of being a new bassist, the recording process, and the vibrant Connecticut music scene. They discuss the importance of community support, the dynamics of working with a record label, and their aspirations for future tours. The conversation also touches on local sports culture, particularly hockey, and wraps up with details about their upcoming album release show.

Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are #notanislespodcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

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In this engaging conversation, Jeremy from Heavy Hex discusses the dynamics of being in a part-time band, the importance of friendship among band members, and the challenges of navigating age differences in music. He reflects on the evolution of music, the significance of community support, and the impact of technology on music consumption. The band is currently working on new material and emphasizes the importance of authenticity in their music. Touring experiences, especially in Europe, are shared, highlighting the differences in music scenes. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on the hardcore scene and the role of technology in shaping music today.

Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are #notanislespodcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

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In this engaging conversation, Chris Enriquez (On the Might of Princes, Spotlights, New Noise Magazine) shares his journey from being a fill-in drummer to a full-time member of the band Spotlights, discussing the challenges and triumphs of being a musician in today's music landscape. The discussion delves into the importance of community, the role of media in promoting underground music, and the resurgence of emo and DIY music culture. Chris reflects on the evolution of emo and post-hardcore, the impact of social media on music discovery, and the significance of DIY venues in fostering local music scenes. The conversation concludes with reflections on the legacy of influential bands and the future of music culture.

Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are #notanislespodcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

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In this engaging conversation, Tommy V, Mikey, and Chance from Kerosene Heights discuss the band's recent album release, the positive reception from fans, and the creative process behind their music. They delve into their studio experience with producer Billy Mannino, the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while appealing to a broader audience, and the impact of COVID on their touring plans. The discussion also touches on the DIY music scene in Asheville and Charlotte, their experiences with record labels, and the significance of festivals like Fest in their career. Additionally, they share humorous anecdotes about local culture, including the infamous barbecue wars in North Carolina.

Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are #notanislespodcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

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#poppunk #punk #emo #hardcore #hockey #nhl #podcast #elderemo #bardownbreakdown #bardownbreakfest

In this engaging conversation, Tommy V, Mikey, and Chance from Kerosene Heights discuss the band's recent album release, the positive reception from fans, and the creative process behind their music. They delve into their studio experience with producer Billy Mannino, the challenges of maintaining artistic integrity while appealing to a broader audience, and the impact of COVID on their touring plans. The discussion also touches on the DIY music scene in Asheville and Charlotte, their experiences with record labels, and the significance of festivals like Fest in their career. Additionally, they share humorous anecdotes about local culture, including the infamous barbecue wars in North Carolina.

Intro Music Courtesy of Overthinker: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5iQ2tyRloyNp6Yjd5sv73C?si=ib3bYCwHSYSYW16iiwPHHQ

Power chords and crashing boards. Mikey, Tom, and Justin talk music, hockey, and anything else that gets in their way. Tom and Mikey are lifelong friends that grew up on Long Island during the glory days of alternative music where our local bands were As Tall As Lions, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Bayside, The Sleeping, Envy on the Coast, you get the point. We spent many nights together at The Downtown, catching any pop-punk, indie, hardcore, or emo band that came through. This was not a phase, Mom! Fast forward 20 years and we are still just as passionate about the scene as we were during our girl jeans and youth XL band tees days. Tom and Mikey are diehard New York Islanders fans, but Justin (Bolts fan) likes to remind us that we are #notanislespodcast. As we got older we realized we can like more than one thing and running beside our love for music has always been our love for hockey. We have realized we are not alone in this thinking, actually there are many of us that love these two things! This podcast explores just how connected they are!

NEW EPISODE EVERY TUESDAY! SUBSCRIBE SO YOU NEVER MISS A GREAT INTERVIEW!

#poppunk #punk #emo #hardcore #hockey #nhl #podcast #elderemo #bardownbreakdown #bardownbreakfest