This is Just a Phase

On this blast of an episode I sit down and chat w/ Jason Baygood and Nathan McDougall of the Chicago pop punk/power pop band Space Age Zeros. We chat about how they formed, how they hooked up with Nick No from Ramonescore Radio/Wellsville Records, how they blend all their influences, and how the scene thrives in the digital age of streaming and social media. There’s also plenty of Screeching Weasel, Dan Vapid, J Prozac/ The Prozacs, Descendents/ ALL, and Anti-Flag talk, and much, much more! So sit back and take off w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (enjoy all four songs from SAZ’s debut EP “Blasting Off” in this episode: “On a Date w/ Suzi Moon,” “Ali w/ an Eye,” “Dead Inside,” and “Wishing Well.” - used w/ permission.) ***

On this fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with August, guitarist and vocalist of the Chicago-based pop punk band Goodbye Sunshine. We chat about forming the band, writing light-hearted and short songs, how he got into punk rock through his sister, recording w/ Joe Queer, teaming up w/ Larry Parker and River Monster Records, and working on their new EP, “People Will Like You When You Stop Being Yourself.” We also talk about his upcoming trips to Wisconsin and Las Vegas, playing w/ the Repellents, recording of Goodbye Sunshine’s debut EP “Keep Failing, You’re Doing Great,” the over saturation of the Chicago scene, and playing outside of the city more. The conversation also discusses working w/ Little Lost Girl Media, playing the T1 Fest in Chicago, and their upcoming shows for the rest of the year. So sit back and get down w/ this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs by Goodbye Sunshine included in this episode are: “Hide and Seek,” “Smokestacks,” “Plugger,” and “Timber, I’m Falling in Love.” - used w/ permission.) ***

On this deep and insightful episode I get the honor of chatting with folk artist Tim Nave, or The Artist Known as Tim. We chat about his roots in the Appalachian region of Tennessee, growing up in the church and it’s strict guidelines, how he discovered music from his dad’s hidden cassette tapes, & eventually discovering punk and playing in bands. We also discuss recording and playing on his own, after a ten year hiatus, his relationship w/ Katzulhu Productions, coming to terms with his upbringing, his relationship w/ his parents, religion in general, and most importantly how to heal himself and others w/ the power of music. This was a really powerful interview and I hope you really enjoy the feel and overall message. So sit back, grab some Tennessee whiskey, and enjoy this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included from Tim are: “Boomerang,” “Praying for Rain,” “Bitter as Hell,” and “Life’s Not Fair.” Used w/ permission.)***

On this hilarious and fun episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with Pittsburgh Ramonescore/pop punk band Rocky Dennis Face. We chat about how I got into the band, how they started, their influences, and their place in their local scene. We also discuss their debut self-titled full length, how their cover EP “Not Too Hard, Not too Soft” came to be, and their co-headlining shows w/ The Prozacs in Pittsburgh and Youngstown, OH on March 31st and April 1st. So kick back and have a good time w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** [songs included in this episode are songs not found on their studio releases, forcing you to check out their discography because they’re rad and you need to check them out: a TIJAP exclusive of their brand new song “Two Beers,” “Who Killed Jon Benet?”(from a vinyl sampler,) “Transylvania-a-Go Go,” “Jet Fighter” (on the This is Just a Record Label Digital Comp,) and a cover of “Closer to Free” (found on Project 1996.) Pretty rad tracks that I’m glad are getting heard! Enjoy!]***

On this fun episode I get the absolutely pleasure of having J Prozac back on the podcast for a 4th time! The Prozacs frontman and solo performer came back on and chatted about work on his 3rd solo record, the future of the Prozacs, and finding the balance between the two projects. We also chat about him getting ready to play Pittsburgh and Youngstown for the first time since 2007, the future in general, and so much more. So sit and get therapeutical w/ this episode of TIJAP! *** (tracks featured by J. Prozac/The Prozacs are: “Rocking Out,” “Give Me the Prozac,” “Building Blocks, “Everyday After Day,” “No Matter.” - used w/ permission.)***

On this exciting episode I get the pleasure of sitting down with one of my good buddies, Dave Strong, solo artist and former member of The Pinheads and The Guts. We chat about getting into music and forming The Pinheads w/Nate Doyle, his time in The Guts and playing with the likes of Geoff Palmer, Wimpy Rutherford, and Brad Marino, and taking another swing at playing musIc. We also chat about giving back to the scene, his debut solo album (in conjunction w/ Phameless Records for the vinyl release, and This is Just a Record Label for CD and cassettes,) the thoughts and process going into it, blending pop punk and rockabilly, us working together, and so much more! So sit back and catch the buzz surrounding this episode of TIJAP! *** (featuring songs from Dave’s debut Self-Titled full length: “It’s Alright,” “Little Girl,” “I Still Think of You,” and “Nights in Jail.” Used w/ permission through This is Just a Record Label/Phameless Records.)***

In this episode I get the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with the incredible Miski Dee Rodriguez of the amazingly cool punk band City Mouse. We chat about her moving across the country to start the band, the early years, her influences, and writing style. We also wax nostalgic over 90s music, excitement for her upcoming tour (w/ a stop in Youngstown,) preparation for the release of the “Magnitude” EP and her upcoming full length (both coming out on the California based label It’s Alive,) and so much more! So sit back and enjoy the return of this episode of TIJAP! *** (songs by City Mouse included in this episode are: “Sweet Heat,” “Exorcise,” “Dumb, Dumb, Dumb,” Bullets, and “Back Issues.” Used w/ permission.)***

On this kid friendly episode I get the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Andy and Ryan of the Toledo, OH area punk band LameAss Dads. This conversation covers a lot of ground, like discussing the origins of the band, being fathers and how that blends into the lyrical content, their debut album “Greetings from Nowhere, OH,” influences, and their partnership w/ the Columbus-based label Punkerton Records. I also discuss some of my favorite lyrics w/ the guys, we chat about topics that reflect the album in general, and so much more. So sit back and rock the dad bod with this episode of TIJAP. *** (songs included by LameAssDads are: “Nowhere, Ohio,” “Shoeless in a Snowstorm,” “Bury Your Idols,” “Days Pass By,” and “I’m On My Way.” Used w/ permission.)***

It’s here, whether or not you asked for it. An episode where the tables have turned and YOU, past guests and fans are asking me questions for a change! I do my best by answering all the fun, insightful, and humorous questions and I even play some cool tracks in between. This is the last episode of the season and I wanted this to be something fun and completely different! Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays and Happy New Years to all of you from TIJAP! *** (music from bands such as: The Chipmunks, The Plaid Disasters, United Defiance, Descendents, The Shanks, Gatlin, J Prozac, Noodle Brain, The Distractions, and The Sneaky Heat Missiles, as well as a bonus track. Used w/ permission. Mostly.)***

On this fun, relaxing episode I get the pleasure of sitting down w/ Amy Brady Morris of Allegedly Records, Punk Box, Ska Box, Beyond the Pit, and Scene to Shining Scene. We chat about her growing up in Northern California, getting married young, how she got exposed to punk by her husband, realizing she could have a life outside of kids as they got older, and her eventual partnership w/ Bree and Chris at Allegedly. We also chat about her partnerships with Ska Box and Punk Box, the always fun weather conversation, as well as trying to juggle it all. So sit back and enjoy this chill episode of TIJAP! ***(songs from Allegedly Records include: Idleminds - “Brick By Brick,” Last Point - “Unfinished Business,” Amuse - “Help Me Out,” Amy Gabba and the Almost Famous - “Revolution,” and Personal Crisis - “Friends from the End.” Used w/ permission.)***