The Kevin Powell Podcast

Bowling For Soup frontman Jaret Reddick joins Kevin Powell to talk 32 years of touring, the reality of life on the road, and why the band is busier than ever. Jaret reflects on headlining versus support slots, the chaos and connection that make Bowling For Soup shows unique, and how a band can become part of multiple generations of fans’ lives.

He also shares details on the band’s upcoming self-produced album, the lessons learned from touring in vans and buses, and the simple advice he’d give his younger self: stay the course, but remember to stop and enjoy the moment. Watch the full interview now.

Fox Lake joins Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to talk their massive year, from international touring and Warped Tour to returning to the festival that gave them their first major crowd.

The band breaks down why “Freestyle” became a defining moment, the making of New World Heat, playing Audiotree Live, life on the road, and why they are already eager to get new music to fans sooner. Watch the full interview now.

Madball frontman Freddy Cricien joins Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to discuss Not Your Kingdom, the band’s first new album in years, and why its more personal themes still carry the same unmistakable New York hardcore spirit.

Freddy also talks about the younger generation’s connection to ’90s hardcore, bringing the culture to major festivals, staying hungry after decades in the scene, and why new fans should look beyond the hype and invest in the full hardcore community. Watch the full interview now.

Holy Wars’ Kat Leon and Nick Perez join Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to discuss Shadow Work and Light Work, an emotional and ambitious album built around loss, healing, and finding hope in the darkest moments.

Kat and Nick break down writing for the live show, escaping Los Angeles to create in Joshua Tree, how their two-sided album concept evolved, and why this new chapter has opened the door for heavier, more fearless Holy Wars music. Watch the full interview now.

Kami Kehoe joins Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to talk her new album, LOVE IS A WEAPON, bringing her alt-pop-rock sound to massive crowds, and opening the current Breaking Benjamin tour with Chevelle and STARSET.

Kami also shares why she makes time to meet fans for free, the importance of women in rock, the balancing act between making music and creating content, and the advice she’d give her younger self: stay authentic, enjoy the moment, and keep spreading love. Watch the full interview now.

Cover photo by Kevin Powell (me!)

Agnostic Front’s Vinnie Stigma joins Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to celebrate more than 40 years of New York hardcore. Vinnie shares why brotherhood, honesty, and community have kept the band together through every era, and why fans will always be family.

He also looks back on CBGB, growing up in old New York, learning guitar through Jimi Hendrix, the importance of welcoming new generations into hardcore, and the life lessons he’d give to his younger self. Watch the full interview now.

Lyric Noel joins Kevin Powell to talk her dark new era, working with Judge & Jury, and the creative world behind her music. From horror-inspired visuals and special-effects makeup to writing original songs from the ground up, Lyric shares how she’s building an identity that connects sound, style, and storytelling.

She also discusses DIY touring, dream lineups, finding the right team, her collaboration with Stitched Up Heart, and why this is only the beginning for Lyric Noel. Watch the full interview now.

Carla Harvey and The Violent Hour join Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to discuss the band’s powerful debut on the festival stage, their all-female live lineup, and the new single “Screenager.”

Carla breaks down the song’s message about online negativity and lost human connection, her creative rebirth as a vocalist, building a band from strangers into family, and collaborating with heavy hitters including Charlie Benante, John 5, Zakk Wylde, and Attila Vörös. Watch the full interview now.

Volumes vocalists Michael Barr and Myke Terry join Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to discuss the heavy, groove-driven new era behind Mirror Touch. They break down the band’s two-vocalist approach, the creative freedom of serving each song, and how the album pulls together every side of Volumes.

The pair also reflect on the lessons learned over more than 16 years, the band’s renewed focus, massive festival moments, and why fans should be ready for an exciting next few years. Watch the full interview now.

JiZMak Da Gusha of GWAR joins Kevin Powell at Louder Than Life to discuss the chaos surrounding Gor Gor, the upcoming Gor Gor Must Die!! Tour, and why there are still no rules in the GWAR universe.

JiZMak also looks back on Beyond Hell 20 years later, talks shocking even the members of GWAR after four decades, teases the band’s next studio chapter, and explains how a Chappell Roan cover became part of the blood-soaked madness. Watch the full interview now.