The Groove

Tune in to meet VS Self back stage at the Foundry with your host Emily Kurzenski!

VS Self is a hardcore band from California who has been in the scene since 2015. In today's interview, I sat down with the lead singer, Kyle, backstage at the Foundry on their most recent tour. Tune in to hear all about the birth of the VS Self, Knumears, and Party Hats connection, and how they grew from playing in their living room to venues around the country!

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Today's Episode features the local Philly hardcore band, Shy Godwin with your host Emily Kurzenski!

Tune in to learn all about Shy Godwin and their experience in the Philly scene! Today, we talk about the "rules" of the scene and whether they should exist or not, why it's important to express yourself through art, and why people may lose sight of what really brought them into the scene.

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Today's episode presents the local Philly band Goth goth with your host Emily Kurzenski! This our piece band truly loves goth everything goth and is known as the heart of the Philly goth scene. Tune in to hear about their process in creating their newest album "Degradation Pink" and ow they became a part of the music scene.

Follow them on instagram @gothgothphilly and stream their music on all platforms!

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Tune in to meet Stone Nobles from Rhode Island! This 4 piece band brings the heat with their old school rock feel. Their songs "The Rider" and "Pandemonic" are just a taste of the energy and musical talent they hold.

Make sure to follow them on Instagram @stonenobles for more info on their shows and newest releases.

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Tune in to meet Social Cig, from Milwaukee, with your host Emily Kurzenski!

Social Cig is a band full of various members, but there is one that has been there since the beginning. Today, he talks about his journey with Social Cig and where he wants to take it in the future. He also breaks down what the Milwaukee music scene is like and how everyone supports each other in the scene.

Follow them on instagram @socialcig and stream their music on Spotify! Also follow @the_groove_ for more interviews like one!

Tune in to learn all about one of the scenes favorite psychedelic bands, The Polychromatics with your host Emily Kurzenski!

Today, I sit down with one of the bands lead guitarists, Isaac, to talk about what goes into creating their music. Having a band that is open to collaboration makes them stand out in a scene full of amazing musicians.

Follow them on instagram @the_polychromatics and stream their music on Spotify! Also follow @_the_groove_ for more interviewsl like this one!

Tune in to meet one of the scenes newer grunge/hardcore bands, Grimy Girls, with your host Emily Kurzenski!

Today, we get a first hand look into what it's like becoming a part of the scene and sharing your talents. Grimy Girls brings energy to the stage like no other. With their use of props and songs that you can't help but moshing to, you feel as if you become a part of the performance. Being in a band is almost like having a second family and no one understands this feeling more than this group.

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Tune in to meet Dustin of Haunt Dog, with your host Emily Kurzenski!

This four piece band from the New Jersey and Philly area love to bring the chaos. With Dustin on vocals, Liam on bass, Ben on guitar, and Henry on Drums nothing can stop this group. You can find their three singles, "OK Google, Get Me Out of This Small Town", "Canker Sore Go Brr" and "Pizza Wagon" on Spotify and other streaming platforms. So, sit back, eat a hot dog, and enjoy!

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The Groove presents the local philly band, Beef! Listen in to meet the brand-new hardcore band in philly. With Amanda on vocals, Sophie on drums, Lauren on guitar, and Jess in bass, this group of women plan to bring the craziest performances they can to the stage. Today they talk about the music they are working on and what they plan on doing for their debut show!

Make sure you follow them on instagram @beef.phl for more updates!

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The Groove presents the Haven staff! Listen in to meet Violet, Lauryn, and Emmee and learn about how they run this house venue. The Haven has become the #1 house venue in Philadelphia and has hosted some of the best shows to date. Today, the staff sits down and talks about the good times, bad times, and where the Haven may go in the future!

Make sure you follow them on instagram @thehavenphilly for more updates on their future shows and plans!

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