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A podcast that takes a closer look at the lives and work of the musicians and creatives I admire + record label.
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NEW EPISODE!! In this episode, I speak with Kip Ulhorn, singer and guitarist of the seminal hardcore band, The Red Scare. @the_red_scare_knoxville

Hailing from Knoxville, The Red Scare had a profound impact on the sonic landscape of punk and hardcore in the late 90s. In this conversation, Kip and I discuss:

A shared love for California
Social and governmental neglect
The importance of community
Friendship
Being walking time capsules
The spirit of punk rock
Their newly released discography on Solid Brass Records and playing shows in 2024 after
Nearly 25 years of hibernation.

Their new discography is OUT NOW via @solidbrassrecs! Link in bio. by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE: I speak with Brandon Evans, member of the bands City of Caterpillar and @pageninetynineband.

Brandon and I discuss the magic of music, DIY ethos, Richmond’s vibrant hardcore scene, and how playing in City of Caterpillar and pg99 is the same, but entirely different.

We also talk about friendship, and the wild nature of connection and community through music, and specifically, punk.

Catch @cityofcaterpillarofficial on tour with @pianosband next month.

Listen wherever you enjoy podcasts.
Link in bio.

*Sorry, had to repost cause of an error! by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE: I speak with Sonny Kay, vocalist of the bands Angel Hair and The VSS. He’s also the founder of the seminal record label, Gold Standard Laboratories, having released albums by The Locust, Melt Banana, The Rapture, Arab on Radar, Mohinder, and The Mars Volta, just to name a few. Sonny and I discuss the perception of time, nostalgia, leading a creative life, and transcending the traditional molds of punk and hardcore.

We also talk about being an outcast, taking matters into your own hands, and creating your own space within creativity, punk rock, and community.

Thank you, Sonny for your candor, and time — it was so great to speak with you!

Follow Sonny and Angel Hair:
@sonny_kay
@angel_hair_1994

Available wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts. Episodes linked in bio. Please be sure to rate and review Micro Spy, and share with your friends. by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE: In this episode, I speak with Jon Nix, co-founder of TurnStyle Films and director of his most recent release, “Don’t Fall in Love with Yourself”, a documentary on the life of Justin Pearson from The Locust, Three One G, and Deafclub.

We talk about Jon’s childhood, and how movies and disposable cameras got him through difficult times.

We speak about storytelling, and the mysterious, physiological ways film and music can affect us.

We delve deep into his process of making this incredible documentary — and all the learnings that came with it.

Was such a great talk, and congratulations to everyone involved in the making of this incredible film.

Listen anywhere you enjoy podcasts. Be sure to rate and review, and share with your friends.

#microspymusic
#dontfallinlovewithyourselfdoc
#justinpearson
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NEW EPISODE: In this episode, I speak with Dave Rosenberg— drummer of the band @deadguykillingmusic. Dave and I talk about the origins of the band, and what they’re up to today. We reflect on the early days of hardcore, the struggles of tour, and keeping it all together, or not…

Dave and I also nerd out over snare drum sounds, his ultra-rare cymbal collection, and his early training under the late renowned jazz drummer, Sonny Igoe.

We also talk about that time Jay Weinberg of @slipknot wore a Deadguy t-shirt and his bandmate Crispy’s particular affinity for Japanese guitar picks..

Listen anywhere you enjoy podcasts and be sure to rate, review and share the episode if you enjoy it!

#deadguyband
#deadguykillingmusic
#microspymusic taken in New Brunswick, New Jersey by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE: In this episode, I speak with @jeremyxbolm — Singer of the band @toucheamore, host of @thefirsteverpodcast, and founder of Secret Voice Records. He’s also a writer, having penned poetry books like 'October' and 'Downtime.' Needless to say, his plate is full.

We talk about the early beginnings of Touche Amore, creative headspace, @korn_official’s first album, working with @ross_robinson, and the intentionality behind everything he does.

“Nothing brings me more joy than turning someone onto new music. To be able to do that with the label (Secret Voice) where I come across a band that I’m really excited about, and I believe in so much — what can I do to help this band at any capacity... that was always the driving force.” — Jeremy Bolm

Link in bio to listen or anywhere you enjoy listening to podcasts. Please rate, review, subscribe, share, follow, and have a great week!

#microspymusic
#toucheamore
#thefirsteverpodcast
#jeremybolm by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE: In this episode, I speak with Christopher Norris, also known as @steakmtn. He’s a notable figure in the DIY punk scene, having been in bands like @combatisdead and @reversalofman.

We discuss Chris’ childhood, his love of movies, Nancy Drew novels, and the end of the world. We also talk about creative process, and his new book, The Holy Day, which comes out October 10th, published by @rosebooks.co .

It was so great to catch up with Chris after so long. We’ve been in touch here and there via email, over the years., but this was the first time where we were really able to get in weeds.

We couldn’t possibly cover everything I wanted in 90 minutes, but we did our best, spanning on where and how he grew up, and the through line of his work as an artist, and where it’s led him today.

Listen now via anywhere you stream podcasts, or click episodes link in bio.

Please rate, review, subscribe, share, follow, and have a great week! by @microspymusic

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Special episode is live with @jeromesdreamforever and renowned engineer/ producer, Jack Shirley (@atomic_garden_east). We talk about the making of the band’s new album, out now via @iodinerecordings! Listen via link in bio.

“THE GRAY IN BETWEEN is our new album, for a new chapter. We’re beyond thrilled to share and celebrate these songs with you.

Thank you being here with us: this is the beginning of something beautiful, we can feel it.

Cheers to hope and forging ahead, no matter what. Let’s fucking go.” — JD

Photo: @sarasanger

@iodinerecordings
@atomic_garden_east by @microspymusic

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NEW EPISODE! I speak with Brian Case, singer, and guitarist of the band, FACS. Brian has been long involved in the underground music scene, and has had roles in bands like 90 Day Men, The Ponys, and Disappears. Brian and I discuss the inherent need to create, the philosophy of DIY, the underground scene in Chicago in the 90s, the impact of the pandemic, the practice of restraint, working with what you have, and the release of FACS’ new record, Still Life In Decay, which is officially out TODAY on @troubleinmindrecords

“Everything was exciting and that’s partially because we were 18, but also because stuff was happening here. We felt like we weren’t a part of it… but we were going to make ourselves a part of it.”

— Brian Case

Streaming everywhere you listen to podcasts.
Follow @wearefacs

Link in bio to all episodes.
#microsymusic taken in Chicago, Illinois by @microspymusic

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EPISODE 015 OUT NOW! In this episode, I speak with Walter Schreifels, member of the legendary hardcore bands, Gorilla Biscuits, Youth of Today, and the guitarist and singer of the highly acclaimed, Quicksand, who just announced its 30th Anniversary re-issue of their iconic debut album, “Slip” on Iodine Recordings.

Walter and I discuss the correlation between running and creativity, the humbling aspect of pushing beyond your comfort zone, smallness, time, and chemistry between collaborators. We talk about the pursuit to always to keep moving forward, strive for new, and how life can be a “choose your own adventure.”

Now streaming everywhere.
Click ‘episodes’ in bio for more.
Follow us @microspymusic

Thank you Walter for the chat — we’ll go for a run soon. ✌️

Photo: @beemer138 by @microspymusic

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EPISODE 014 out now! In this episode, I speak with Alex Edkins, the guitarist and vocalist of the band METZ, and his new brainchild, @weirdnightmare. Alex and I discuss his music as a coping mechanism, the shift in mindset regarding creative collaboration, and the magical effects music and art can have on humanity.

His new project Weird Nightmare released its debut full-length on Sub Pop last year. METZ’s most recent album, ATLAS VENDING, also released on Sub Pop came out in 2020. He’s already working on new material for both.

Streaming everywhere you listen to pods and on microspymusic.com. Click link in bio for more.

Photo 1: @larvalungs
Photo 2: Ryan Thompson
photo 3: @afcortes

Thanks Alex for the hang. Thanks Bekah at @subpop for sending over music. And thanks everyone for listening. More to come. taken in Toronto by @microspymusic

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EPISODE 013 out now! I speak with Seb Alvarez - the vocalist and mastermind behind the bands meth. and Virgin Mother. Seb and I discuss the inner workings of how he fuels expression through metaphor and his fascination with the psychology of cult leaders. We also discuss his take on verbal communication vs performative expression. Seb also discusses his reluctance to vulnerability, but how that might be changing.

Link in bio for all episodes.
Streaming wherever you listen to pods.

@meth.band
@virginmother_

P: @brittlebonesil taken in Chicago, Illinois by @microspymusic

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