In this episode of Scene Support, Scott sits down with Caroline Borolla, founder of Clarion Call Media, to unpack what music PR actually looks like in 2025—and why it’s harder, messier, and more human than most people realize.

Caroline traces her path from college radio, journalism, and record stores to building a DIY-minded PR company that works with independent bands, labels, and festivals without compromising ethics or authenticity. Together, they talk candidly about the collapse of print media, the rise (and problems) of pay-to-play blogs, navigating album vs. tour press, realistic timelines for releases, and why mid-level bands often struggle more than new or established acts.

The conversation digs into expectations versus reality—what publicists can and can’t do, how bands and labels should think about long-term growth instead of instant results, and why story, community, and trust still matter more than algorithms. Caroline also shares practical insights on pitching, release lead times, burnout, boundaries, and why she only works with music she genuinely believes in.

An honest, wide-ranging look at independent music promotion from someone who’s been inside the system long enough to know what’s broken—and what still works.

Clarion Call

https://www.instagram.com/clarioncallmedia/

https://www.clarioncallmedia.com/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" Dobbs

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 23 of Scene Support, Scott Pasch sits down with Lisa Root, founder and editor-in-chief of New Noise Magazine, one of the last remaining print publications dedicated to punk, hardcore, metal, and underground music.

Lisa traces her path from early work with AMP and other 2000s-era music magazines to launching New Noise in 2013, driven by a belief in documentation, community, and the lasting value of print media. The conversation digs into what it actually takes to keep an independent magazine alive today—balancing print and digital, navigating rising production costs, sustaining distribution worldwide, and resisting the pressure to abandon physical media altogether.

Scott and Lisa also connect over shared roots in ’90s punk and hardcore, the importance of archiving scenes before they disappear, and why mixed bills, flexi discs, and liner-note culture still matter. Along the way, Lisa talks about New Noise’s evolving work beyond the magazine, including live sessions, Rough Trade events, podcast collaborations, and her commitment to mentoring new writers and amplifying emerging bands.

This episode is a deep, honest look at the unseen labor behind independent music journalism—and a reminder that scenes only survive when people are willing to do the long, unglamorous work to support them.

New Noise Magazine

https://www.instagram.com/newnoisemagazine/

https://linktr.ee/newnoisemag

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" Dobbs

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

Episode 22: Devil’s Advocate – Artist Management, DIY Metal, and Learning from the “No’s” with Sophia Morekis

In this episode of Scene Support, Scott talks with Sophia Morekis, the force behind Devil’s Advocate, an artist management and consulting company rooted in Savannah’s metal and hardcore community. From ballet kid raised on old-school metal with her dad to media entrepreneurship major in Atlanta, Sophia traces the winding path that led her into booking shows, running cereal-themed fests like Crunch Fest, and eventually managing bands full time.

Scott and Sophia dig into what artist management really looks like on the ground: building trust with bands, navigating different personalities and group dynamics, handling tour logistics, coordinating studio time, merch, press, and vinyl releases, and figuring out when to say yes—or no—to new projects. They get into the realities of Savannah’s scene, from sludge and metal roots to all-ages struggles, the economics of bar venues, and the importance of building relationships with bookers, festivals, and other managers across the region.

Along the way, Sophia talks about pushing for more femme-forward and inclusive lineups, challenging lazy assumptions about women in heavy music, and normalizing representation without making it a gimmick. She also shares how “Fail Con” in college reshaped her relationship with mistakes, why learning to live with rejection is crucial, and how the most rewarding moments are often the ones where no one even notices the invisible labor behind a seamless show.

If you care about the people who keep underground music alive—from the first cold email to the last load-out—this episode is for you.

Devil's Advocatehttps://www.instagram.com/thesophiaeve/

https://www.instagram.com/themaxinesband/

https://www.instagram.com/oshinerofficial/

https://www.instagram.com/lordcarrion/

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" Dobbs

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

Scene Support Episode 21 dives into the world behind the board with producer/engineer Joshua “Danger” Dobbs of Danger Room Recording. We talk about how the legendary “Danger Room” went from a cramped storage space behind his job to a fully mobile studio he can take anywhere—and still make records sound massive. Josh breaks down his philosophy on recording punk bands, why knowing your gear matters more than fancy rooms, and how he chases performances that make you need to see a band live.

We also get into his (self-admitted) control-freak tendencies around mastering, why he often ignores the old “don’t mix and master your own record” rule, and his frustration when bands sit on magic because a lineup changes. If you care about how punk records are made, how to capture energy instead of perfection, and what makes a recording truly honest, this episode’s for you.

New to the show? Scene Support is a DCxPC Live podcast about the photographers, engineers, label folks, and other behind-the-scenes punks who keep our scenes alive.

Joshua "Danger" Dobbs

https://www.instagram.com/joshua_danger_dobbs/

https://linktr.ee/joshuadangerdobbs

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" Dobbs

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 20 of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Dave “Face” Boccio, the eye behind Face Photo and one of the Hudson Valley’s most prolific punk photographers. From shooting street life and alligators in Florida to capturing raw moments at hardcore, ska, and metal shows across New York, Dave’s journey is as DIY as it gets.

They talk about his start photographing bands like Dissolve, his evolution from street photography to live shows, his friendship with RBNX and other Hudson Valley acts, and the art of documenting punk in its most chaotic, beautiful form. Dave shares stories of getting clocked in the pit, shooting Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion, and finding inspiration from legends like Mick Rock and Cynthia Connolly.

Whether you’re behind the lens or in the pit, this one’s for anyone who believes that punk isn’t just heard—it’s seen.

Dave "Face" Photo

https://www.instagram.com/facephoto_77/

https://www.facephoto77.com/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Middle Finger" By Dropkick Murphys

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠

In Episode 20 of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Dave “Face” Boccio, the eye behind Face Photo and one of the Hudson Valley’s most prolific punk photographers. From shooting street life and alligators in Florida to capturing raw moments at hardcore, ska, and metal shows across New York, Dave’s journey is as DIY as it gets.

They talk about his start photographing bands like Dissolve, his evolution from street photography to live shows, his friendship with RBNX and other Hudson Valley acts, and the art of documenting punk in its most chaotic, beautiful form. Dave shares stories of getting clocked in the pit, shooting Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion, and finding inspiration from legends like Mick Rock and Cynthia Connolly.

Whether you’re behind the lens or in the pit, this one’s for anyone who believes that punk isn’t just heard—it’s seen.

Dave "Face" Photo

https://www.instagram.com/facephoto_77/

https://www.facephoto77.com/

DCxPC Live

https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live

https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Middle Finger" By Dropkick Murphys

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

This week on DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Hudson Valley punk mainstay Bobby Edge—musician, sound engineer, and all-around DIY lifer. Known for his work with bands like Hell Beach, Soft Spot, General Grievance, People’s Club, Money Sneakers, and We’re in Our 30s, Bobby has been quietly shaping the sound of the regional scene from both sides of the mic.

They dig into how Bobby made the shift from performer to producer, what he’s learned running sessions at Nada Recording Studio and his home setup, and why capturing raw, authentic energy still matters more than polish. Along the way they swap stories about chaotic live shows, recording on analog tape, the realities of DIY touring, and the punk ethic that keeps the community alive.

Raw conversation, real laughs, and plenty of shop talk—this is what Scene Support is all about.

Bobby Edge

https://www.instagram.com/bobbyedge/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "That Thing You Do" by Bobby Edge

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, Mike from Lower Worlds Booking shares how booking shows went from a ninth-grade house show to a lifetime of keeping underground music alive. We talk about the early days of calling Elk’s Lodges and art spaces off a website directory, booking basements in Boston and warehouses in Oakland, and why he still does it decades later.

Mike opens up about the realities of running shows today — balancing all-ages spaces and 21+ bars, managing backline and flyers, teaming up with friends to cover when he can’t be there, and learning when to finally say no. Along the way, we compare notes on mixed-bill shows, the return of ska and screamo, the role of flyering in a digital age, and the ways DIY culture thrives on collaboration, community, and mutual support.

Whether you’re a promoter, a musician, or just a fan of DIY music, Mike’s story shows what it takes to keep a scene going — persistence, connection, and a love for the work that never really goes away.

Lowerworld Booking

https://www.instagram.com/lowerworldsbooking/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Life Trap" By Unseemlier

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Pete Olen, founder of Endoxa Booking and co-owner of Conduit in Orlando. Pete has been a driving force in the Florida music scene for over a decade, booking everything from hardcore and metal to indie pop and hip hop, while building community across multiple cities. We talk about how he got his start booking shows, the challenges of promoting national acts, the rise of digital advertising, and the realities of running an independent venue. Pete also shares stories about contracts, touring, gear sharing, and the balance between passion, business, and community.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to make live shows happen—or why some bands get booked while others don’t—this episode pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes world of promotion and DIY culture

Endoxa Booking - https://www.instagram.com/endoxabookingfl/

The Conduit - https://www.instagram.com/conduit_fl/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Chopped in Half" By Obituary

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Jonathan Kent—DIY lifer, record label runner, and host of This Is Just a Phase Podcast. We dive into everything from the challenges of running an indie label to the importance of inclusivity in punk spaces. Along the way, we swap stories about Green Day bringing Pansy Division on tour, the politics of representation in music, and what it really means to “sell out.”

Jonathan also opens up about his journey with This Is Just a Record Label, his podcast’s evolution from Spotify to YouTube, and how persistence, collaboration, and community keep the underground alive. Whether you’re in a band, running a label, or just love the DIY spirit, this one’s for you

This is Just a Record Label

https://thisisjustarecordlabel.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/thisisjustarecordlabel/

This is Just a Phase Podcast

https://www.facebook.com/groups/148862523925787

https://www.instagram.com/thisisjustaphasepodcast/

DCxPC Live

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https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking

https://dcxpclive.com

Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks

Outro Song: "Idiocracy" by The Follow Ups

https://www.instagram.com/followupsband/

Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠