CD Burners

CD Burners, hosted by the dynamic duo behind Emo Nite, T.J. Petracca and Morgan Freed, is your new go-to podcast for an immersive journey into the heart of iconic albums.  Each episode offers a deep dive into a specific album that defined an era. Listeners are treated to exclusive interviews with the artists themselves, from the band members who poured their hearts into the music to the producers who captured the magic in the studio. But it doesn't stop there;  CD Burners also brings in voices from behind the scenes - the key players whose stories breathe new life into the music we thought we knew. Each episode is a journey through the creation, impact, and legacy of an album, enriched with sound bites and anecdotes that provide a fresh perspective on these beloved tracks. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to the scene, CD Burners offers a unique blend of nostalgia, insight, and storytelling that will deepen your appreciation for these musical milestones. Tune in weekly to rediscover the albums that defined a genre, as T.J. Petracca and Morgan Freed guide you through the hidden layers and untold stories of the music that shaped a generation.

Bonus Episode | Silverstein

Morgan catches up with Shane Told of Silverstein ahead of their set at When We Were Young Festival '24 to chat about the fest, new music, & other projects they're working on! Pre-Order Antibloom by Silverstein here: https://silversteinmusic.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY86dAjfshnvfCL3dcrPMZ3RrYKn1CSa7-oLKvSqYF_u58kLyC3PMz4A2Y_aem_cYriUKX97jKy0D4X7avJwg This bonus episode of CD Burners is powered by GHOST Energy

11-08
33:23

33: Boybandification | Say It Like You Mean It by The Starting Line w/ Ken Vasoli

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they’re diving into The Starting Line’s debut album, Say It Like You Mean It with none other than Ken Vasoli. Produced by Mark Trombino, this album was released in the summer of 2002, full of catchy hooks and hyperstrummed power chords that heavily influenced the newer generation of pop punk and emo bands that followed. 

11-05
01:17:46

32: All Roads Lead Back to Gabe Saporta | ¡Viva La Cobra! By Cobra Starship w/ Gabe Saporta

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they get to chat with myspace sensation Gabe Saporta of Cobra Starship about the making of Viva La Cobra!, produced by Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump. This album, released in fall 2007, was a unique blend of emo, pop punk, and electropop. This album famously paved the way for many other bands into this new era of music consisting of genre bending, scandalous, party anthems.

10-29
01:10:15

31: Our Midlife Crisis | The Greatest Generation by The Wonder Years w/ Dan Campbell

On this episode of CD Burners the guys are back and this time they're taking a look at one of the most mature, highly emotional, and relatable pop punk albums released in 2013, The Greatest Generation by The Wonder Years. Dan Campbell blesses the pod with his insight and experience making such a critically acclaimed and nostalgic piece of music.

10-22
01:17:42

30: Elevated Pop Punk | The Finer Things by State Champs w/ Derek DiScanio

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back this time we have an in-depth interview with none other than Derek DiScanio from State Champs about the making of their debut album, The finer things. This album, released in October 2013 was produced by Sam Pura and Steve Klein, is the essence of pure Pop Punk and charted number 2 on Billboard's Heatseekers Album charts.

10-15
46:40

29: Jersey City Hardcore | Full Collapse by Thursday

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and this time they're digging into one of the most inspiring emo bands of all time, Thursday, who released their second studio album Full Collapse in April 2001. Produced by Sal Villanueva, this album is the perfect example of early 2000s post hardcore and screamo. With the music video for it's debut single "Understanding in a Car Crash" gaining rotation on MTV, this album launched the underground hardcore sound into the mainstream.

10-08
34:43

28: Until The Day I Die | Page Avenue by Story Of The Year with Dan Marsala

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and ready to dig deep into the album with one of the most iconic emo anthems ever recorded, Until The Day I Die. That Album was Page Avenue by Story of The Year released in September 2003. The guys have the unique opportunity to chat with the lead singer Dan Marsala about the process of recording this album with the one and only John Feldmann.

10-01
01:00:03

Bonus Episode | Petti Hendrix

On this bonus episode of ur favorite podcast, Morgan introduces you to MDDN Records artist Petti Hendrix!! Petti brings a blend of hip-hop & pop-punk to the scene that just keeps on evolving. Not only is the music amazing.. but so is his story. Stacked with so many odds against him, Petti Hendrix has stayed passionate and is proof that anyone can have success when you work hard and believe in what you do.

09-26
37:57

27: Pop Punk Royalty | The All-American Rejects with Nick Wheeler and Chris Gaylor

On this episode of CD Burners the guys talk about the self titled album by The All-American Rejects release in 2002 with lead guitarist Nick Wheeler and Drummer Chris Gaylor. This uniquely authentic album, produced by Tim O'heir, paved the way for Pop Punk music to take risks with their sound and use instruments like organs and 80's synths. The guys chat with Nick and Chris about the process of making this album and what it was like recording with Doghouse records at the ripe age of 17 and 19.

09-24
01:08:28

26: Canadian Screamo | Discovering The Waterfront by Silverstein with Shane Told

On this episode of CD Burners, TJ and Morgan dig deep into the 2nd studio album from Silverstein, Discovering The Waterfront. This album, released in 2005, laid the bricks for the emerging emo scene in the early 2000s. The guys get a chance to chat with the lead singer Shane Told about the process of making this legendary album that had major influence on the scene.

09-17
01:43:20

25: Tragedy Turned Triumph | In Love and Death by The Used with John Feldmann

On this episode of CD Burners the guys take a deep dive into the second studio album by The Used titled In Love and Death. This band from Utah, made waves in the music industry when this released in 2004 and sold over one million copies. The guys get a chance to talk with producer John Feldmann about the recording process and creating this album with the band.

09-10
01:10:58

24: Right Place Right Time | Bleed American by Jimmy Eat World w/ Mark Trombino

On this episode of CD burners the guys take a deep dive into one of the biggest emo bands to come out of Arizona, Jimmy Eat World. Post the grunge era of the 90s, this band took scene by storm and was signed to Dreamworks before they were making movies. The guys get a chance to chat about their 4th studio album Bleed American and talk to it's producer Mark Trombino about the process of making it.

09-04
01:13:42

23: Is Spencer in The Band? | They're Only Chasing Safety by Underoath with Spencer and Aaron

On this episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a deep dive into the the iconic album They're Only Chasing Safety by Underoath. This melodic hardcore album was the first album Underoath released after replacing their lead singer in 2004. The guys get a chance to talk to both Spencer Chamberlain and Aaron Gillespie about what it was like for them as a band in a time when playing together live was much more important than recording demos.

08-27
01:26:09

22: Pop Punk Goes Metal | Four Year Strong with Machine

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys dig deep into the fourth studio album from Four Year Strong, Enemy of The World. This band was the perfect blend of metal and pop punk, with every song on the album fitting together cohesively from start to finish. The guys get a chance to talk with Machine, producer for this album, about his experience working with the band and creating such a unique sound.

08-20
01:10:36

21: The Perfect Breakup Album | Mayday Parade

In 2006 two bands from Tallahassee Florida came together to form Mayday Parade. Shortly after they recorded their debut album, A Lesson In Romantics, when Derek Sanders was only 20 years old. Produced by Zack Odom and Kenneth Mount, this album defined the emo genre as we know it and landed them a slot at Warped tour in 2007.

08-13
58:26

20: Hot Girls Love The Maine - CD Burners Podcast

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys discuss The Maine's debut album Can't Stop Won't Stop released July 8th, 2008. This album was unlike anything else at the time because of the producer Matt Squire who pushed the band members to use new instruments and think outside the box. T.J interviews with Pat Kirch, drummer for The Maine, and talks about his experience with creating this album.

08-06
01:10:49

19: Feel Something By Movements with Will Yip

On this episode of CD Burners, the guys are back and ready to dive into the incredibly mature sounding debut album Feel Something by Movements. Released in 2017, when Patrick Miranda was only 19 years old, this album sounds wise beyond its years. T.J. and Morgan interview Will Yip, the producer of this album and likely the producer of all your favorite emo albums with credits from Circa Survive, Panic! at The Disco, Title Fight, The Wonder Years, La Dispute and many more. 

07-30
01:16:49

18: Alls Well That Ends Well by Chiodos

On this week's episode of CD Burners, T.J. and Morgan take a look at the debut album from Chiodos, Alls Well That Ends Well, released in 2005. This album, produced by Mark Hudson, takes you on a post-hardcore journey. The guys talk about the experience of listening to this album from beginning to end and how it sparked influence for so many other artists in the scene.

07-23
40:34

17: Stay What You Are by Saves The Day with Chris Conley

CD Burners is back and this time the guys talk about one of the most influential albums released in 2001 by Morgan's favorite band, Stay What You Are by Saves The Day. Chris Conley blesses the podcast and talks at length about what it was like being a New Jersey band in LA, mental health expressed through lyrics, and emo youth playing in basements and community centers. This album paved the way for many other emerging bands as emo music started on its path into the mainstream.

07-16
01:46:42

16: Sticks and Stones by New Found Glory w/ Jordan Pundik

On this episode of CD Burners - T.J. and Morgan take a closer look at the album that was the blueprint for modern pop punk. In the 00's this album was inescapable. Jordan Pundik, frontman of New Found Glory, joins the pod and shares some insight into where the band's mindset was at when making this album.

07-09
01:06:38

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