The Popko Project

In Episode 270 of The Popko Project Podcast, we sit down with Matt and Stephen from Philadelphia pop-punk band Dead Wrong to discuss their debut full-length album, The Extent, their upcoming album release show, and the journey that brought the band together. The conversation dives into the band’s origins, songwriting process, musical influences, and the […]

On this episode of The Popko Project Podcast, we sit down with Derrick Ryan, the creative force behind Minute After Midnight, to talk about his journey from skate parks and local hardcore shows in Tennessee to signing with Fearless Records and building one of rock’s most promising emerging projects. Derrick shares the story behind the […]

In Episode 268 of The Popko Project Podcast, I sit down with rising alt-rock band American Vanity to talk about their explosive growth on social media, the evolution from Burn the Jukebox into American Vanity, their upcoming album, touring life, music influences, and what it really takes to break through in today’s music scene. The […]

On this episode of The Popko Project Podcast, we sit down with post-hardcore veterans A Static Lullaby for an in-depth conversation about their long-awaited return, revisiting their classic album …And Don’t Forget to Breathe, and reconnecting with the music that helped define an era of emo and post-hardcore music. The band reflects on their rise […]

In this episode of the Popko Project Podcast, the spotlight is on Baltimore pop punk band AITA (stylized A.I.T.A.), a fast-rising group blending emotional honesty, explosive energy, and modern pop punk attitude. The band joins the show to talk about their unique origin story, how they chose their name, the realities of being independent musicians […]

In Episode 265, Popko sits down with musician, producer, and former Citizen King member Kristian Riley for a deep dive into a career that spans from ‘90s radio fame to today’s ever-evolving music landscape. Kristian reflects on his time in Citizen King, the band behind the hit “Better Days (And the Bottom Drops Out)” sharing […]

Episode 264 of The Popko Project Podcast features S8NT ELEKTRIC 🔥 LA-based pop-metal band S8NT ELEKTRIC joins the show to talk about their explosive new album Off The Edge, the journey behind the band, and what it really means to live life without limits. From meeting online and building a band from scratch… to creating […]

In this episode, rising Revival Rock artist Chris Greiner joins The Popko Project Podcast to talk about his music, faith, and the story behind “All Will Be Well.” Chris Greiner is a 20-year-old singer-songwriter out of Bucks County, PA, who’s carving out his own lane with what he calls “Revival Rock”—a blend of country, southern […]

In this episode, Popko sits down with Logan from Scarlett O’Hara for a high-energy, no-BS conversation about music, identity, and staying real in today’s scene. The Texas-based metalcore band isn’t holding anything back — and neither is this interview. They get into the band’s evolution, creative mindset, and what it takes to stand out while […]

Episode 261 of The Popko Project Podcast features a powerful and nostalgic conversation with Aaron Fink (former guitarist of Breaking Benjamin) and Baxter Teal (of Deepfield), as they discuss the highly anticipated live event “We Are Not Alone.” On March 7th at Front Street Station in Northumberland, PA, Fink reunites with original Breaking Benjamin members […]