So on this episode we flip over the record and dig into side two of the State Of The Union compilation. Guest and comp curator Mark Andersen (Positive Force/We Are Family/Dance Of Days)  returns to drop some more background on these tracks and share his PMA and inspiration!

This episode we dig into the fertile soil of late 80's era DC punk and the social activism that sprouted around it, through the portal of Dischord's second compilation, State Of The Union. We also have an in depth interview with Positive Force founder/Dance Of Days author/We Are Family cofounder Mark Andersen. Did If you aren't moved and inspired by his words, we'll refund your money in full!

We knew this day would come...the day we couldn't herd any Dischord cats onto the show for an episode. Truth be told, this is more like the third or fourth time. Regardless, on today's show Jeff and I had a blast navigating the murky (production) waters of  the by turns brilliant, by turns frustrating Ignition LP. After last week's five hour show, it felt relatively relaxing to spend a mere couple hours on Ignition. They were one of the best live bands of their time.

Hard to believe we're already at the first Fugazi record. This one was huge for us (and we're not just talking the length of the episode!). Join Brian, Jeff and recurring guest/cohost Ben, if you dare. No doubt this is a long ride, but well worth the time invested. Not only do you get to hear us all rap elegiac about this perfect 12", but  Fugazi producer, Ted Nicely lends his time and insight into the making of this classic. Later in the show we have an engaging and thoughtful conversation with Guy Picciotto. Listen in chunks! 

Soulside are back! Trigger is a record that needs to be in everyone's collection. Way ahead of it's time sonically, lyrically and philosophically. Listen to Brian and guest cohost Greg break down just how important this release is and what it means to them personally. We also had the great honor of speaking to three fourths of the band, singer Bobby Sullivan, bassist Johnny Temple and drummer Alexis Fleisig. Listen to this, then go listen to the record! That's an order. 

Today on the show Brian and Jeff discuss the layered, primal expression of Fire Party. Yes, they were the first all female Dischord band, but that is only one part of the story. These women created some of the most accomplished and under appreciated music on the label. Hopefully this episode will encourage more folks to discover (or re-discover) their burning brilliance. It was a real gift to get the whole band together for the interview, and this was one of the most rewarding episodes for me. The world needs more bands like Fire Party. Hard to believe this episode also marks the one year mark of Jeff's first appearance on the show. I honestly don't know how I could've done this without such an intelligent, opinionated and sensitive cohost. Here's to many more years of exploration together, my friend. 

Today we get to talk about the greatest hardcore band ever once again. Minor Threat! Along for the ride into the weeds is Ben Merlis. Later Jim Saah (Legendary photographer/coproducer of the Salad Days documentary) joins us for a talk about what the band meant to him, as well as how and why he's been documenting the DC scene since 1982!

Wow, it's hard to believe we're already moving into the next era of Dischord history with this release. Welcome to 1988, this record heralded a sound and spirit unlike anything you've heard before in DC or on Dischord. This is a feral, untamed and unashamed beautiful beast of a vibration. It spoke of possibilities and dreams, of angelic harmonies and swirling energy. Join us for the origin story of this most unusual jewel in the label's crown, as Brian and Jeff uncover the magic and later talk to singer Craig Wedren and bassist Stuart Hill! 

No interviews this episode, but plenty to talk about, when you're talking about a band as melodic, volatile, energetic and politically minded as Ignition! Is one of these tracks one of the best punk songs of the 80's? Only one way to find out. Listen on, fearless poDCore fans. We unveil a long lost Doc Hopper cover, hear from Mark O' Conner (Daycare Swindlers) and Tim Green (Nation Of Ulysses/Vile Cherubs) and "mad" Ben Merlis crashes the party. Two songs, two hours, too much fun! 

This record is probably one of the most popular releases on the label. Wig Out challenged conventions and stretched boundaries. Was it too far or the proverbial sweet spot? This episode we explore these questions and more. We go under the hood on Dag Nasty's second album, Wig Out At Denkos with bassist Doug Carrion (Dag Nasty/Descendents/Field Day), singer Kevin Egan (Beyond/1.6 Band) and podcasters Dom and Sam from the Bad Music Taste podcast.Can't believe we made it to 50. Here's to 100! If you enjoy the show, consider helping support our efforts on Patreon at the End On End Extras Club!