<p><strong>Kevin Seconds (7Seconds) | Punk Rock, Purpose, and the Lessons That Last</strong></p><p>What happens when one of punk rock’s most influential voices sits down to talk about growing up, growing older, and staying true to yourself through it all?</p><p>This week on <em>CASSINGLES</em>, Chris and Courtney Margolin welcome Kevin Seconds, frontman of 7Seconds, one of the most important and enduring bands in punk rock history.</p><p>From the early days of the Reno punk scene to helping shape the straight-edge movement, Kevin reflects on the music that raised him, the community that sustained him, and the lessons he&#39;s carried through decades of songwriting, touring, and life. Along the way, he shares stories about finding his voice, navigating change, staying creative, and why authenticity matters more now than ever.</p><p>As always, Chris and Courtney connect the conversation back to the classroom, exploring how music teaches resilience, identity, empathy, and the courage to become who you are.</p><p>Whether you&#39;ve been listening to 7Seconds since the beginning or you&#39;re discovering Kevin&#39;s story for the first time, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and heart.</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>The origins of 7Seconds and the Reno punk scene</li><li>Building community through music</li><li>The evolution of punk rock over four decades</li><li>Creativity, aging, and staying inspired</li><li>Lessons learned from life on the road</li><li>Music as a tool for connection and personal growth</li><li>Why authenticity still matters</li></ul><p><strong>Guest Teacher:</strong> Kevin Seconds<br><strong>Hosts:</strong> Chris Margolin &amp; Courtney Margolin<br><strong>Podcast:</strong> CASSINGLES — Songs That Raised Us. Lessons That Stayed.</p><p>🎧 Listen, subscribe, and follow for new episodes every Monday and Thursday.</p><p>🌐 CassinglesPod.com<br>📸 Instagram: @cassinglespod<br>🎵 Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere you listen to podcasts</p><p>#KevinSeconds #7Seconds #PunkRock #PunkHistory #MusicPodcast #Cassingles #StraightEdge #AlternativeMusic #MusicEducation #SongsThatRaisedUs</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>