Episode 273 features The Break Plans, an alt-rock band from New Jersey. Their sound is described as 80s-influenced, poptimistic tunes that showcase a variety of styles. Their catalog has garnered over a quarter of a million streams, and their single “Fashionably Late” placed in the top 40 of iHeart’s and Mediabase’s Adult Contemporary Charts for 12 weeks straight. In the episode, I featured the band’s new track “Better Off.” If you like it, you can find it wherever you stream music. In the conversation, we talked about the NJ music scene, mental health, and how to grow your band in the modern era. Thanks for listening and supporting local music.

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Episode 272 features Heaven For Heathens, a local rock band from Richmond. We played a show together a few months ago, and I wanted to get them on the show because they had a cool vibe and brought a lot of friends out to the bar. In the interview, I spoke with Jack Messere, and we talked about songwriting, sexuality, gigging, and producing music DIY-style. I featured the track "Birds and the Bees," which you can find wherever you stream music. Thanks for listening and supporting local bands.

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Episode 271 features Blazoner from Fredericksburg, Virginia, a metal band with psych/rock influences who have a new album titled 'Escape to Electric Land.' I showcased their tracks "Fallout" and "Ghost" on this episode. The members of the band have been active in their scene for many years, so we discussed their journey, the new record, their influences, and their overall approach to music. It was a fun conversation, and if you're a fan of the show or of theirs, I hope you enjoy the interview. Thank you for listening and for supporting local music.

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Episode 270 features the Adulting Rejects from Baltimore, MD. They are a punk rock outfit who will be playing at Moresberger's Tavern on Friday, June 21st with us (The Hollow Truths). I wanted to get them on the show to talk about everything they’ve been up to and to help promote the show, which also features Knives with Names and the Violent Relaxation. If you’re in the Catonsville area, feel free to come out. It’s a great venue in a cool part of town. In the conversation, we talked about music, mental health, and songwriting. Check out the Adulting Rejects wherever you stream music. Thanks for listening and supporting local art.

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Episode 269 features Adam from The Mad Sugars out of Nashville. They combine dance rock and garage punk to create their own unique sound. Adam was a fellow East Coaster before he moved to Nashville, so we talked a lot about that, as well as songwriting and balancing work with creativity. I featured their new track, "Lost Among the Avenues." If you like The Mad Sugars' sound, you can find them wherever you stream music. Thanks for listening and supporting local artists.

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Episode 268 features the Brooklyn-based band Locations. They are a genre-bending indie rock duo. I featured their tracks "Good Ole Same Ole" and "Trickle." If you like either of them, you can find the songs on your favorite streaming platform. In the interview, I spoke with Niko and Thomas, and we discussed the band's political and creative passions, as well as what it’s like to be part of the Brooklyn music scene. Thanks for listening and supporting local music.

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Episode 267 features the indie rock band Mojo Aces from Washington, D.C. I would describe their sound as a throwback akin to The Black Crowes, Zeppelin, and Jet. If you like classic rock 'n' roll, you might like their latest track "Old Crow," which I featured on this episode. I first met the guys during a video shoot at The Hangar Studio in Columbia, MD. In the interview, I spoke with Jon and Ean; we talked about a lot of the local venues we all play around the DMV and Philly, as well as the guys' origin story and how they balance the 9-5 world with gigging in the local circuit. Thanks for listening and supporting local music.

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Episode 266 features Evil Felipe, an all-female indie rock band from Central Massachusetts. Formed in 2016, the band consists of Emma, Maya, Ella, and Abby, who are all currently students. In this episode, I highlighted their tracks "Summer Rain" and "Ivy." If you enjoy these songs, you can find them on your preferred streaming platform. In the interview, I spoke with Emma and Abby, and we discussed how they balance school with their band life, as well as some stories behind their songs. Thank you for listening and supporting local music!

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Episode 265 features the NJ/NY-based ska band Title Holder, currently signed to Jumpstart Records. Their latest album was co-produced by Chris from Less Than Jake. I featured two tracks on this episode: one is called "What Better Time," and the other is "It Doesn't Matter." If you like either of them, you can find them wherever you stream music. In the interview, we talked about balancing family life with music, as well as recording, promoting music, and being on a label. I believe the guys will be announcing a tour soon, so look out for that on their socials as well. Thanks for listening and supporting local music.

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Episode 264 features John and Mike from the band The Faintest Glow. They are a Pittsburgh-based indie rock band influenced by a wide variety of music, including the garage rock/indie rock revival of the early 2000s. I featured their tracks “32” & ‘equidistant’. If you like them, you can stream them wherever you find music. The guys have a few shows coming up in Pittsburgh: 5/18 @Millvale Music Festival, 5/30 @Smiling Moose, and 6/8 @Remedy, so if you’re in the area, you have plenty of chances to check them out. In the interview, we talked about balancing family life with band life, as well as songwriting and the inspirations behind the band. Thanks for listening and supporting local music.

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