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Podcast hosted by Chris Ruffini, lead singer of the Long Island Hardcore band, Overthrow. I explore everything related to the music scene through the eyes of bands, promoters, and record labels.
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On this episode I speak with Frankie D of Silence Equals Death, where we talked about his roots in hardcore, including playing drums in the ’90s with Backslap. Frank shared how being asked to fill in on drums for Kings Never Die on a European run reignited his passion for playing music. We also discuss Silence Equals Death’s upcoming EP, From the Ashes, dropping April 17 via Upstate Records and Creep Records, and discussed his work behind the scenes as a promoter with MintyFresh (NJ), i...
On this episode, I’m joined by Ricky Singh, co-owner of Flatspot Records. We talk about his musical background, growing up on Long Island, and forming Backtrack, including their releases and touring. We also get into his time working at Roadrunner Records, managing bands through Matinee Sounds, and what goes into co-owning and running a record label. We wrap things up by looking ahead at the future of Flatspot Records and Ricky’s other projects. Flatspot Records (Instagram): https://www...
In this episode, I spoke with Joey Zampella of Life of Agony about several key aspects of the band’s past and present. We discussed how the band approaches their set list, including the balance between longtime staples and other songs, and how those choices reflect both the band’s history and their current mindset onstage. We also covered the Life of Agony album catalog, touching on how the records have evolved over time and how different eras of the band continue to shape their live performa...
In this episode, I sit down with Natalie O’Keeffe, lead singer of Long Island band Family Dinner. We talk about how she got into singing, how the band structures their setlist, and what the writing process has been like for their new album. Natalie also reflects on the experience of playing Red Rocks and what she learned touring with Bloc Party, offering a straightforward look at how the band has grown on and off the road. We also discuss their shows with Head Automatica and The U...
In this episode, I speak with Josh Grabelle, founder of Trustkill Records, to talk about the history of the label and the role it played in hardcore and metalcore. Josh shares stories from the early days, signing bands, and running a label through changes in the music industry. We talk his favorite releases, the return of Hellfest, and what is in store for the future. https://www.trustkill.com/ Trustkill Records (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/trustkillrecords?igsh=OTJjbXY4YnMzOH...
In this interview, Arty Shepherd walks through the key points of his career, starting with his beginnings in Long Island Hardcore and the formation of Mind Over Matter. He talks about playing with Walter Schreifels in Worlds Fastest Car and how that led into the more melodic direction of Errortype: 11. We also cover his time in Instruction, including tour stories from the road with Linkin Park, Puddle of Mudd, and Korn. Arty then discusses his newest project, BEINN, and their new album Perpet...
On this episode, I speak with Bobby and Mike from The Warped Weeble Wobbles to talk about how the band started and their place within the 1990s Long Island Hardcore scene. They walk us through the early days, their friends/bands, and the atmosphere that shaped the band’s sound and direction. Bobby and Mike revisit their last show at the PWAC with Glassjaw, Madball, and VOD. They also share what it was like to close that chapter and reflect on their final night as a band in that era. We also g...
On this episode, we’re joined by Brian Audley of Incendiary and Nite Sports, Anthony Race, a production manager at the Brooklyn Paramount and other venues, and Mike Musilli, a columnist for No Echo and bassist for Overthrow. The conversation focuses on the releases of 2025. They break down how these records sound, how the tracklists are put together, and how production choices affect both the recordings and their live translation. Brian speaks from the standpoint of someone actively writing a...
On this episode I speak with Chris Wynn of In Effect Magazine and Holly Berchielli of Outsider Magazine. We get into the history behind their zines—how each of them got started, what motivated them to document the scene, and the DIY methods they used to print and distribute their work before everything went digital. We also talk about how their approach has changed with the rise of social media, the platforms they use now, and what it’s been like adapting a traditionally physical medium to an...
On this episode, I speak with Morty and Sam of NYC Shootout to talk about how the band came together and the making of their new album KNUCKLEHED ANTHEMZ, out now on DAZE. We go through the record song by song, getting into the lyrics, the ideas behind them, and how each track was written and put together. Morty and Sam also break down how they build their set list, what they think works best live, and the songs they enjoy playing the most. We wrap things up with questions about their favorit...
On this episode, I talk with Chris Enriquez, a drummer known for his work with On The Might Of Princes, Spotlights, BEINN, and Orange 9MM. Beyond the stage, Chris is also the Marketing Director at New Noise Magazine, where he oversees advertising and hosts the magazine’s podcast. We dive into his musical journey—from how he first picked up the drums to how he manages to balance his many creative projects. Chris shares insights into his career, the importance of collaboration, and how his role...
On this episode, I sit down with Mike Musilli and Anthony Race for an in-depth conversation about the Long Island Hardcore scene — from its beginnings in the 1990s all the way to the sounds shaping it today. We break down each decade, talking about the most influential bands, how the sound evolved, and the sense of community that’s kept the scene alive. We also take a nostalgic dive into the venues that defined the scene— from spots like PWAC, Deja One, The Downtown, and Backstreet Blues, to ...
On this episode, I sit down with Mark Frandsen, vocalist of the Denver hardcore band TimeXHeist. We dive into the Denver Hardcore scene, Mark’s history booking shows, the band’s touring stories, and their writing process — plus what’s next for TimeXHeist. Mark also shares how hardcore has shaped his life, gives us a look at their upcoming tour, and talks about his new project, which has a demo dropping this November. We wrap things up with a great conversation about his favorite albums and th...
In this episode, I speak with James Longspaugh of the Long Island Hardcore band, Life Taken. We discuss his history with hardcore, the formation of the band, and their new EP coming out on October 31, 2025 on 51st State Records and Hardknock. The interview ends with James discussing his favorite shows, albums, and artists. Life Taken (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/lifetakenlihc?igsh=MWlhN200bmFpYnM1dA==
On this episode I speak with Tommy Corrigan of Silent Majority. We discuss his history with Long Island Hardcore, how Silent Majority formed, their reunion shows, and how they structure their setlist. We also discuss the formation of Capital, what the future holds for each band, and the legacy SM left on LIHC. Silent Majority (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/silentmajority_longisland?igsh=N3FyYmZiZGgyZDRi Capital (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/capitallihc?igsh=...
On this episode I speak with Chris Wrenn of Bridge 9 Records. He discusses how the label started, growing up in the northeast, and how he infused the Boston community into developing his label. We also talk about his new book, Fenway Punk, that comes out February 10, 2026. The book touches on his life growing up in Boston, discovering punk/hardcore, running Bridge 9, and how it connects to the city’s culture which includes his passion for the Boston Red Sox. The conversation also includes his...
On this episode, I speak with Carlos the Jakal, the vocalist of On Our Own from South Florida. We discuss the bands formation, writing process, and how they structured their debut album Now and Forever. Carlos also reviews how they structured their setlist, tour stories, and potentially reissuing the album on vinyl. The discussion ended with Carlos discussing his favorite albums, and his new band Bleak Existence that will release a demo by the end of the year. On Our Own (S...
On this episode, I speak with Chiqui Rodriguez of DMIZE. We discuss his history with music, the formation of DMIZE, their return, and song writing process. Chiqui also reviews their setlist structure and lyrical themes. The conversation also includes their upcoming shows, future releases, and what is next for the band. DMIZE (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/dmizenyhc?igsh=MTJhMTh6ZGRjODFweg==
On this episode I speak with Jayway from Bayway and Shattered Realm. We discuss his history in music, Bayway’s new album, setlist structure, and what’s in store for Shattered Realm. We end with discussing Bayway’s upcoming tour with Biohazard, and Jayway answering questions based on his interests. Bayway: https://www.instagram.com/baywaynj?igsh=cDkwMGJnZmE1M3Vn Shattered Realm: https://www.instagram.com/shatteredrealm86?igsh=ZDlnY211bGpseGUw
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