Making Waves, The ShipRocked Podcast

In this episode of *Making Waves*, the hosts dive into an engaging conversation with Jackson, the frontman of the energetic band Silly Goose. The discussion explores the band’s unconventional journey, their dynamic sound blending metal, rap, and alt-rock influences, and their DIY ethos of performing impromptu shows to connect with audiences in unique ways. Jackson reflects on the creative process, the impact of their viral videos, and the challenges of navigating the modern music industry. Listeners get an inside look at the band's upcoming plans, including their headline tour and anticipated debut on ShipRocked. With humor and sincerity, this episode showcases the resilience and innovative spirit of a rising band carving out their own path in the music world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Parkway Drive's frontman Winston takes us behind the scenes of their explosive live shows and two-decade journey, all leading up to their much-anticipated return to Shiprocked, a unique music cruise where fans can experience the band in an intimate, high-energy setting. Winston reflects on Parkway Drive’s evolution from small clubs to massive arenas, revealing the passion and trust they share with fans. He shares candid insights on the intense logistics of their pyrotechnic-laden performances and the incredible work of their dedicated crew. Plus, hear about Winston's excitement for Shiprocked’s 80s-themed nights and the chance to connect directly with fans on board. This episode is packed with stories of growth, gratitude, and adrenaline! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Making Waves, join hosts Al McManus and Justin Press as they welcome Spirit World frontman Stu Folsom. The conversation flows from on-tour stories to the band’s distinctive mix of Western horror and thrash metal. Folsom shares his journey through metal-themed cruises, how his rodeo roots shape their aesthetic, and the creative process behind albums like Death Western and the upcoming Helldorado. With humor and insight, this episode reveals how Spirit World crafts a unique vision that melds heavy metal with Western-inspired storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood ain’t dead yet, as Making Waves welcomed Hollywood Undead for episode 130.  Being a sex inferno after 65, indiscretion in the cocaine game, making a hit song without the hit, the Jellyroll effect, and sex, drugs, and rap & roll as a family man. It was an inspired hour with Charlie Scene and Johnny 3 Tears! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We got Carnal with Jonny Hawkins of Nothing More, discussing the importance of stretching your legs artistically while retaining value with your longtime fans. How collaborations come to be, they tend to be easier than you think. The working relationship between band members when you’re in four different places and the importance of getting in the same room. And how podcasts can become a muse for your latest album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hunt for coffee, the benefits of cinnamon, his take on video games, first gigs, how the band got together, and the effort to keep music organic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does one get both Cannibal Corpse to loathe you and Janet Jackson to love you? You’ll have to check out Episode 120 of Making Waves, the Shiprocked podcast featuring our guests Chris and Brandon of CROBOT. How to participate with your label while keeping your dignity, the gig outside of the gig, and how to tell your daughter that Dad’s poop too. It’s all here right before your stinkin’ eyes and ears.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making Waves, Episode 119, the Christmas edition, featured Jack Underkofler Dead Poet Society, who offered us everything but a lump of coal for the hour. Their new album, Fission, is a heavily influenced breakup record due out a week before ShipRocked 2024; timing is everything. We spoke about the band's popularity in Europe, especially in the Netherlands, because it's like a national holiday when they come to town. The absurd beauty of Prague and Amsterdam, why his two dream rooms to play are both in Virginia and why it's crucial to play basement parties from time to time. This plus his experience at Berklee School of Music when, in a brief moment of anxiety, he changed majors immediately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making Waves episode 118 features Jami Morgan of the mighty Code Orange. The Pittsburgh native took the time to discuss the band’s latest album, The Above, and its continued growth of the group from hardcore upstarts to metal titans who treat their albums in a cinematic approach while expanding their sonic palette beyond pure cacophony, giving the music and the listener a chance to breathe. Wrestling, the opportunity to work with Chicago legends Steve Albini and Billy Corgan, and the grand life of a tortoise are touched upon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Wilson, vocalist and guitarist for England’s Kid Kapichi, are on the cusp of the new punk generation. Their third album, "There Goes The Neighborhood," which includes “Tamagotchi” and “Let’s Get To Work,” is already drawing massive attention months before its release in March 2024. We talked about the song-building process, delivering profound ideas via danceable music, the rigorous task of making videos, British culture, and being an Arsenal supporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making Waves Episode 117 featuring Brixton’s Tigercub. Their latest release The Perfume Of Decay displays their influences while forging a new path. The discussion lead us into the daunting aspect of touring as they try to establish a fanbase, playing to 25,000 one day and 100 the next. Playing analog gear in a digital world, working with notable figures in the music industry and the art of navigating the US roadways. All this plus the smell of an advent calendar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making Waves Episode 115 welcomed Mike of Mike’s Dead to the podcast. His latest EP Bite Down is ready to hit the market as a continuation of his ability to drop singles briskly. His move from university business major to audio production school changed his trajectory, and his love of nu metal, industrial, and NY hip hop paved the way to the sound he has today. We discussed the idea of self-containment, finding your lane, narrative in 1st and 3rd person, and flipping the current music industry paradigm on its head. He’ll be joining ShipRocked for the first time in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 114 was frightfully good, featuring our guest Chris Motionless of Motionless in White for our annual Halloween edition. We talked ghouls, goblins, vampires, and werewolves, plus touring until the tires come off the bus, pushing the boundaries of what the band does sonically and the ballet that is working with characters, dancers, pyro, and the most extensive production of the band's career—all this and more, including Chris's first Halloween experience and securing his bucket list items.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 112 of Making Waves brings us Matt Brandyberry, vocalist/founder of From Ashes To New. Old-school hip-hop, the Top 5 rappers of all-time, how he discovered metal, there is no Plan B, working your way up the musical food chain, their latest album Blackout and having a son who is a musical savant.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode #111 of Making Waves welcomed Theresa and Alex of the Brighton-based band Yonaka. Fear of the dark, the return of synthwave, how an EP is almost an LP, with practice pop can be punk when played live, self-healing thru music and the art of breaking in the States without breaking the bank. Check out their latest release Welcome To My House, it's a favorite of Tay-Tay's  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices