On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Youth In Revolt vocalist Tanner Allen to discuss his band's upcoming debut album. Tanner has been with Youth In Revolt for under a year, but his impact on the band and their career trajectory is already evident in every piece of media the group has released. Together with James, Tanner walks us through his time with the group, the motivations behind their upcoming album, life on Outerloop Records, and more.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Andy Bane of Dangerkids to discuss his band's new album (Blacklist). Andy and the rest of Dangerkids have been making a name for themselves on the alternative circuit for several years now, but the group seems poised to cross over into the mainstream with their latest recordings. This conversation revolves around the creation of Blacklist_, as well as the band's journey to this point in their career.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Punk Out founder Michael McCarron for a conversation about the state of the world today and what can be done to make everything a little bit better for everyone. Michael's role in the alternative music world is more important now than ever, and we hope the release of this episode inspires you, the listener, to get more involved in your local music community. There is also some talk of weddings, Warped Tour's upcoming cruise, and more. If you hate politics you might not like this episode, but don't worry -- another conversation will follow next week.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell welcomes Josh Childress on the show. Josh is perhaps best known for his work as a guitarist in the hard-rock band The Plot in You, but Josh is not on the show to promote that project. Instead, Josh tells James about his upcoming debut solo record and how it came together. James also issues an apology for the delay between podcast releases and offers a little insight as to what lies on the horizon for this show.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Tanner Jones from You Blew It! to discuss his band's latest album. The recording took place the day after the US presidential election, so that is where the conversation begins, but soon the focus turns to how the band continues to capture the struggle of growing up through their music. Jones tells James about the process of creating Abendrot, as well as what he hopes to accomplish through releasing the record (on November 11).

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Infectious Magazine and Muddy Paw PR founder Angela Mastrogiacomo to discuss her career in the music business. Angela has been carving her own niche in this industry since her late teen years, and now in her mid-twenties she has found success she never previously imagined possible. Together with James, Angela recounts her journey thus far, and later turns her focus to the future and the opportunities it may hold. If you have ever wondered what it's like to 'make it' as a music professionals, do not miss this episode!

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Scottie Noonan of Fossil Youth to discuss his band's upcoming debut album, 'A Glimpse of Self Joy' (out November 4). Scottie tells James about rising through the ranks of the Oklahoma music scene and how the band relied on Joe from Take This To Heart Records to help them get their name known around the globe. James and Scottie also discuss the content of 'Self Joy,' as well as the goals the group has for the future. We like to think of this episode as a sequel to last week's chat with Lokella, and we hope you enjoy the conversation.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls vocalist and songwriter Jennifer Bartlett to discuss her new band, Lokella. Jennifer previously made waves in the alternative community with her work in the now defunct band Fine Fine Titans, but she's trying something decidedly new with her latest project. Jennifer tells James about her journey through the Michigan music scene, the origin story behind her creative relationship with her husband, and where her new group found their sound. Lokella's debut EP, The Worst Of, arrives on October 21. Don't miss it.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Timmy Rasmussen from the band 7 Minutes In Heaven to discuss his group's unprecedented rise through the alternative underground. We're not sure if any other unsigned band has a following as large or as vocal as 7 Minutes In Heaven, and in this conversation we seek to understand how that fervent following was built. Timmy sheds light on the band's early marketing tactics, as well as the way they have all grown as people since the release of their last EP.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC host James Shotwell calls Jimmy Reeves of Sunndrug to discuss his band's upcoming debut album, Exit Wounds (out 10/31). Jimmy tells James about the original of the band, how he dealt with personal issues through songwriting, and the story about how the group came to work with Mind Over Matter Records. There is also some discussion on the struggles of creativity, the false promise of new ideas, and the lingering influence of Led Zeppelin in music today (or lack thereof).