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Hailing from New Jersey, meyerman delivers hard charging pop with power. "The brainchild of guitarist and vocalist Theo Meyer, meyerman raises the ante on the quality of modern powerpop to spring out of New Jersey. Along with his bandmates, Jeff Preischel on bass and vocals, Rob Sadowski on lead guitar and vocals, and Danny Diaz on drums, these guys prove you don't need facial hair, tattoos, or ironic T-shirts in order to rawk." Relying on the tried and true method of encasing a sweet center with crunchy power chords,meyerman cook up all kinds of ear candy. One of the themes explored on the record is music and the music business itself, underscoring the commitment these guys have to their craft - music is truly in their blood. Meyer's vocals are modestly scratchy with a nasal delivery, making the band sound like The Thornbirds or even Enuff Z'Nuff at times.

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Once in a while, you find a band that just does everything right. Western Massachusetts band THE GLAD MACHINEhas all the right elements, the big hooks, big guitars and the reliable rhythms that make it a joy to discover. The band is helmed by vocalist Brad Thayer with Neal Robinson (Bass), Greg Saulmon (guitar) and Mike Franklin (drums) Tommy Pluta (2nd guitar/vocals). The list of influences is a who’s who of power pop; Cheap Trick, The Posies, Jellyfish, and Superdrag.

It's been a long time since The Glad Machine's self titled album, but thankfully the quartet from Northampton Massachussets have lost none of their chops. Indeed, there's even more variety on "Hey". The group sound and blend as well as ever and the diversions are interesting and beautifully played.

Brad Thayer is still well in Robin Zander territory and the band's default is somewhere between Cheap Trick and Sloan, but the subtleties are more evident on "Hey." Eight songs, eight big choruses, wonderfully produced, "Hey" is an album of songs that rock out, but also two slower affairs that show a very different side of The Glad Machine. The best part is that we have even newer music to look forward to from THE GLAD MACHINE!!!

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Music has been a part of Alexandra's life ever since she started playing violin as a four-year-old in Toronto. As a teenager she was already an old soul; falling for the power of greats like Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald. You can sense these influences in the heart wrenching arc of her voice as it haunts the spaces between analog soundscapes. In live performances her brother joins her onstage playing the french horn. Alexandra's cinematic, invitational narrative melodies creep under your skin- whispering lyrics that are endlessly relatable.

Alexandra's work is a reflective act; she wrote the songs on Luna after the sudden death of her mother. Her musical narratives explore caves of loss and grief with rare openness. But Alexandra's music is full of lightness too- with tracks like Every Winter allowing room for us to fall in love and somehow laugh at life. When not writing she finds joy in the little things- walking in High Park, taking baths, reading mystery novels and eating candy. In this way, she is well versed in the joys and trials of life. Her music brings something rare and powerful to the table: wisdom.

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On this week's episode we welcome Holden Wolf of Baltimore’s Emo Punks COMBAT.  Combat recently released their long awaited first full length album "STAY GOLDEN." 
Holden lets us behind the scenes about the creation of the album, saying "Stay Golden was written in my freshman and sophomore year of college as I was trying to figure out how to act like an adult while also trying to tour in my band 2-3 times a year as well as continue to run the record label I had started when I was 15. This is an album about struggling to identify with my own identity that I’d created for myself and most notably struggling to identify with the music scene. It’s about trying to understand what it means to “Stay Golden” as a sort of ideal way of living to me and to the people around me."
We cover all this and more, be sure to tune in and check out what COMBAT has to offer!

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6KITTY is a 3-piece, female-fronted indie rock band from Chicago. The longtime friends formed as a band in 2018 and share a commitment to creativity and a love of music ranging from Courtney Barnett to the Beths to hometown heroes, Local H. Their dynamic sound has been compared to Vanishing Kids, UV-TV, and the Pixies. They fuse blended vocal harmonies, melodic forward bass lines, and hard-hitting drums. They love playing live shows, connecting with audiences, and having fun onstage.

6kitty released their first album, Tux, on 11/11/22 which was included in Fast ‘n’ Bulbous’ Top 100 Albums of 2022 and ranked #6 in the Art Pop and Dream Pop category. They’ve been featured multiple times on WNUR’s Power Pop Shoppe and on Radio DePaul’s Rare Candy.

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You can keep your dreams under wraps or unleash them into the world. For the musicians who comprise Dream Phases, holding back their musical visions has not been an option. Conceived in the private recesses of their L.A. home base, the band has expanded outwards by drawing upon the rich sonic heritage of West Coast pop/rock and skillfully reimagining it for the 21st Century.  But beyond its finely wrought sound and texture, there’s an intensely personal quality to the work they create together. The dreams they explore transcend mere craft and calculation.
Emerging from the City of Angels’ neo-psychedelic rock scene in 2017, Dream Phases reflects California’s natural splendor and adventuresome inner spirit in its music. The earthy-yet-exalted sounds of the Byrds, the Beach Boys and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – as well as latter-day artists like the Rain Parade, Elliott Smith and Autolux – figure into the band’s family tree. While this lineage is worth noting, what comes through in the band’s latest work is an individual approach that translates the experiences of its members into something undeniably compelling. Dream Phases’ initial flowering was as a solo project by Brandon. After gaining a wealth of experience working with such notable L.A.-area combos as Blank Tapes, the Relationship, Levitation Room and Nacosta, he decided to fully develop the songwriting side of his talents on his own. What began as a homebrewed project quickly turned into a collaborative stew as brother Shane and compadre Keveen helped him develop his compositions into a full-blown sound.

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SMITH & THELL—Maria Smith [vocals, guitar] and Victor Thell [vocals, guitar, production]—have generated billions of streams, packed venues, and enraptured fans worldwide. Smith & Thell’s story began as teens in Sweden. Maria and Victor forged a friendship, fueling their creativity and collaboration. They enchanted audiences with the likes of Soulprints [2017], Pixie’s Parasol [2021], and Acoustic In Isby [2021]. Meanwhile, “Forgive Me Friend” [feat. Swedish Jam Factory], “Hotel Walls,” and “Year of the Young” each garnered millions of streams. Along the way, they shared stages with Young The Giant, Fitz And The Tantrums, and more. At the same time, they wrote music for Jennifer Lopez to Rauw Alejandro to Ava Max’s RIAA gold-certified smash “So Am I,” which won “Composer of the Year” at the 2020 Swedish GRAMMIS. Now, the band is back and their immersive storytelling takes center stage on A Chosen Family EP [Nettwerk] out this fall. 

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Townies are three best friends who make music in their free time while working full time careers in Los Angeles. Originally from New Hampshire and Massachusetts, the name Townies is kind of ironic now based on the bands new location in LA. Regardless of the name, Townies bring the heat with their fun and not to serious songs. Tom lets us in on the secret of how to make the band work and what friendship and dedication truly means. 

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ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND is an electrifying band hailing from the great state of  New Jersey. OHT is known for their unique blend of alternative rock, metal, electronic and various other genres that captivate audiences with infectious melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. Formed by a group of passionate musicians, the band quickly gained recognition for their energetic and innovative sound, which combines intricate guitar riffs, dynamic rhythms, and emotive vocals. With a commitment to authenticity and creativity, One Hundred Thousand continues to push the boundaries of their genre, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and a diverse cultural landscape. Their albums showcase a rich tapestry of musical influences, making them a rising force in the contemporary music scene. 

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On this weeks show I welcome Joseph Grillo (also known as Sid Jagger) of HER HEAD'S ON FIRE. Joe may be best know for his first band the fantastical post-hardcore outfit GARRISON. Since then Joe has kept busy, forming and playing in number of bands along the way, such as JUDAS KNIFE, I HATE OUR FREEDOM, and GAY FOR JOHNNY DEPP to name a few. In Joe's newest band he is joined Jeff Dean (The Bomb, guitar), Rodrigo Palma (Saves The Day, bass), and Jeff Gensterblum (Small Brown Bike and Able Baker Fox, drums) — it’s easy to see why Grillo is stoked on creating music again.  This is a lineup loaded with deep experience in some of the most beloved emo and post–hardcore bands of the past three decades. “Supergroup” feels like a decidedly un–punk term, but it’s a descriptor that fits the band’s collective resume. Join Joe and as we discuss his wild journey through life and music. 

HER HEAD'S ON FIRE - "Strange Desires"     Out July 19th 2024

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