WCBG Podcasts

Canon Hill is a band that hails from Cape Cod, Massachusetts.  The young musicians release high-energy music that is raw and passionate.  The various influences and sound they produce set them apart from other young artists in regard to their versatility.  It was a pleasure talking to the band about what is in store for them in 2020!  The band is comprised of Ben Hayden, Logan Tichnor, Noah Pelty, and Gabe Duff.

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

The Home Team is pop-punk/pop-rock that we have been rocking out to a lot lately (shout out to Guild 4 for not complaining about our music taste)! Hailing from Seattle, Washington the band has a unique sound that perfectly blends punk and rock aspects from the music we loved growing up to.  We spoke with Brian Butcher (vocals) and Daniel Matson (drums) about their recent album release, Better Off, and their plans for the future.

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

Hailing from Florida, pop sing/songwriter Christine produces heartfelt songs related to her own experiences.  As a bicultural and bilingual artist her music expresses many different aspects of growing up and connecting with people across the globe.  Her experiences make her a young artist to watch and someone who will impact the industry in a positive direction.

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

Roseburg is a band that has stood out to the staff in the way their music comes across to us as listeners.  The attention to detail and the focus on rhythms that are easy to listen to with lyrics that are hard-hitting and relatable, make them ones to watch.  The band formed in Roseburg, Oregon, a fitting name to honor where they had all met.  The band is comprised of Zach Knell (vocals/guitar), Samuel Sheppard (piano/guitar), Keith Lambson (drums), and Soren Buchert (bass).  We spoke to Zach and Keith about their journey so far and what is to come in the new decade of 2020.  The band will be dropping their debut album, Righteous Punk, so be sure to take a listen!

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

WCBG sat down with Cody in the Greenroom at the Starland Ballroom in Sayerville, NJ.  We spoke about our love of the band and how they have impacted our station in so many different ways.  It was a pleasure talking to him and learning more about the creative process behind the songs we all know and love.  It was an added bonus that we were able to see Set It Off perform live.  Definitely a highlight of the year.

Interviewer(s): Jeanine Woody and Serena Lawrence  

The Second After is a pop-punk band that releases impactful and energetic songs.  Hailing from Durham, North Carolina the band utilizes chord progression and key changes to create beautifully constructed songs.  Comprised of Michael Greason (vocals), Ryan McDonald (drums), Nolan Shambley (bass) and Alfred Williamson (guitar/vocals) and signed to Revival Records, The Second After uses their music to talk about topics important to the members.  We were lucky enough to speak with Greason & Alfred about the band’s plans for 2020 and experience in the industry!

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

Divided Minds is a band that hails from Phoenix, Arizona.  The three young artists’ sound has evolved over the years culminating in a distinct vibe that sets them apart from others in their genre.  The band, currently signed to We Are Triumphant, has recently released a new music video for their song “Bad Bitch"!

Interviewer(s): Jeanine Woody and Alexis Costa  

Telltale is an up and coming band from Virginia whose music is reinventing the normal pop-punk sound we grew up.  Their music speaks to our generation and focuses on what it is like to grow up and experience so many emotions and thoughts.  Telltale is a band that makes the listener reminisce their path to adulthood through their clever lyrics and catchy riffs.  The music they have released paints an amazing picture through the deliberate placement of specific chords and lyrics.  The band is comprised of John Cater (vocals), Bryce Marshall (guitar), Tim Fogg (bass), and Travis Slack (drums).  We were lucky enough to talk to Tim and Bryce over the phone about the band!  The band is currently signed to SharpTone Records.

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody  

Nautical Mile is a band from Perth, Western Australia who is the true definition of blending sounds into a cohesive and interesting arrangement.  Comprised of Brodi Owen (vocals), Nick Henrisson (bass), Dan Ray (guitar) and Caleb Wynter (drums).  We spoke with Dan & Caleb about the formation of the band and their goals for the new decade of 2020!  We are so stoked to see what this pop-punk band will accomplish in 2020.

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody 

Sea of Tranquility is a two-piece synth band from North Carolina.  Their music is reminiscent of 80’s music.  When asked to describe their sound in the duo said, it is modern 80’s music with alt-rock guitar and pop lyrics.  Chandler & Worth told WCBG all about their music and their goals for the future!

Interviewer: Jeanine Woody