Drew takes a trip through Quality Soft Core by Mad Caddies, one of the most genre-bending records to come out of the punk and ska scene of the late 90s. Mixing punk energy with ska rhythms, reggae grooves, jazz influences, and surprisingly emotional songwriting, the album carved out its own weird little lane.

Track by track, Drew breaks down the sounds, lyrics, and themes that made Quality Soft Core stand apart from a lot of its peers.

This episode sits down with Jay from Punk4Kids, a musician turning punk energy into something bigger than music. What started as a fun project for his son has grown into a movement focused on creating original punk songs for kids, while highlighting the powerful connection between music and children with disabilities.

We talk about how Punk4Kids began, the impact music can have on communication, behavior, and connection, and why punk is the perfect vehicle for reaching kids in a real, authentic way. Jay shares stories from his journey and how his work is helping bring awareness to the importance of inclusive, accessible music experiences.

Whether you're a punk fan, an educator, a parent, or just someone who believes music can change lives, this is a conversation worth hearing

This episode dives into the comeback EP from The Lillingtons. After more than a decade away, Project 313 hits fast, catchy, and way darker than expected, blending sci-fi themes with anxiety, isolation, and mental unraveling.

We break down all four tracks: "Until the Sun Shines," "Rubber Room," "Project 313," and "It's On." We dig into the lyrics, guitar tones, structure, and how this EP quietly tells a story of losing control while still sounding like classic pop-punk.

On this episode of P is for Punk, I sit down with Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves to talk about their upcoming album Jenkem. With pre-orders available now and the record dropping June 5, we get into the band's writing process, how their chaotic energy turns into music, and why The Dwarves continue to thrive as a collaborative, ever-evolving creative force.

From raw punk ethos to the madness behind the scenes, this one pulls back the curtain on a band that's never played it safe

On this episode of P is for Punk, we sit down with punk rock legend Greg Norton (Hüsker Dü) and Ryan Smith (Soul Asylum) to talk about their new band, UltraBomb.

We dive into their upcoming record The Bridges That We Burn, unpack the new single "No Cap," and explore how they're building something that stands on its own. Greg and Ryan get into their writing process, the intention behind creating fresh, relevant music, and what it takes to make a band feel new again after decades in the scene.

This week on P is for Punk, we're taking a deep dive into On the Impossible Past by The Menzingers, a modern punk classic that helped define the sound and storytelling of the 2010s.

Track by track, we break down the musical composition, lyrical themes, and emotional weight behind each song. This is an album built on memory, regret, growing up, and the moments that stick with you whether you want them to or not.

I'm joined by my friend Josh for this episode, and we dig into why this record continues to resonate, how it blends punk energy with heartland storytelling, and where it stands in the larger punk landscape.

Eric from Western Mass Ska & Punk Shows and Heather of Futon Lasagna (and CEO of Vibes) stop by the show to talk all things Pioneer Valley Ska Fest, going down July 24–25 in Springfield, MA. With 30 bands across two days, including headliners Buck-O-Nine and Thumper—this fest is shaping up to be a can't-miss weekend.

Eric and Heather dive into what it takes to bring a festival like this to life, the chaos of juggling band duties while running the show, and an unexpected emergency alert that cuts right through the conversation.

Follow Eric on Instagram @413ska and Heather @futon.lasagna

This week on P is for Punk, I finally sat down and listened to Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols by the Sex Pistols front to back for the first time.

I went in expecting sloppy, angry noise… but what I got was something way tighter, louder, and more intentional than I thought. From the stomp of "Holidays in the Sun" to "God Save the Queen" and "Anarchy in the U.K.," this record is controlled chaos with hooks.

We break down the album track by track, lyrics, tone, and musical composition while also digging into the band's history, their impact on punk, and how this record helped shape everything from the Ramones to the Dead Kennedys and beyond.

Plus, we get into the myth and reality of Sid Vicious, and why this album still punches nearly 50 years later.

This week on P is for Punk, we're hanging out with David McWane from Big D and the Kids Table.

We talk about the new album The Good Ole American Saturday Night, the chaos behind the single "Whiplash," and Strictly Rude turning 19. David also breaks down how you pick the right single for a record and what it takes to stay true to your roots after 30+ years as a band.

This week on P is for Punk, we're breaking down Morbid Stuff by PUP. We go track-by-track through a record that turns anxiety, burnout, failing relationships, and full-on meltdowns into loud, catchy, and painfully honest songs and their impact on Drew personally. We also dig into where PUP came from, what makes this album stand out in modern punk, and why its mix of vulnerability and aggression continues to resonate. If you've ever felt like everything's a little out of control, this album probably hits closer than you'd expect. #PIsForPunk #PUP #MorbidStuff #PunkPodcast

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