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Whether you're into punk, emo, Ska, shreddy metal, or DIY hardcore, one of the best ways to discover new bands is checking them out live. There is something special about a band that can make you fall in love with them without ever hearing them before and its one of those things that is centric to the music we love.

In Episode 117 of the High Fives Punk Rock Podcast, Mike and Justin break down the bands they truly fell in love with only after seeing them live.  Have a listen to the episode and hear what bands did this for us and why?

Featuring music and discussions about bands like Larry and His Flask, Kvelertak, Brand New Unit, Automatic 7, The Vandals, Protest the Hero, 3 Inches of Blood, Riot City, Gumm, The Mendozaz, Jimmy Eat World, Ben Quad, Ghost Factory, Mean Jeans, The Weakerthans, School Drugs, Elway, and Coup D'état. Check out the episode and get your lists in too 

Special thanks goes out to Daniel for the list suggestion! 

Welcome to our Halloween Episode. Who doesn't love a great song to spook up your night? In episode 116 Justin and Mike go through their collections and pick a handful of punk rock songs to get your ready for Halloween. Featuring discussions and music from Alkaline Trio, The Specials, American Television, TBD, AFI, The Dahmers, Messer Chups, Touche Amore, Chixdiggit, The Browns, Night Court!, Pale Lips, Half Dizzy, Vic Ruggerio, Seth Anderson, Structure Sounds, The Caroyln  Unicorn Dogs, and more... 

Make sure to check out this episode and send your list in too. You can find us @highfivespodcast 

We would love to hear your favorite punk and punk adjacent songs get your ready for Halloween and if you are feeling up to it your favorite Halloween Costume or memory.

High Fives Punk Rock podcast is a punk rock podcast featuring music and discussions about bands that we think you should check out so make sure if you find something you like you add the band to your collection however you consume music these days.    Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts

What’s the punk rock anthem that gets you out of bed, fired up, and ready to take on the world? In Episode 115 of the High Fives Punk Rock Podcast, Mike and Justin dive into their top picks for punk rock songs that motivate and inspire.  Features discussions of punk rock, ska, emo, hardcore, pop punk, and bands like NOFX, Rancid, Gorilla Biscuits, Brutalligators, Rise Against, Spanish Love Songs, Death of Guitar Pop, Dick Move, M.U.T.T., Dave Hause, The Eradicator, Saturdays At Your Place, Flinch , Have Mercy, M Krebs and Tired Radio. Make sure to check out this episode and send your list in too. You can find us @highfivespodcast 

We would love to hear your favorite punk and punk adjacent songs that motivate you.  

In episode 114 of the High Fives Punk Rock Podcast Mike and Justin tackle the art of the short song. What makes a good short song? Why put out a short song? Do we even really like short songs?  Regardless most of our punk rock catalogs are filled with short songs, you know those ones under 2 minutes. Some of fast and aggressive. Some are funny. And some are just filler. This episode is our nod to those short kings. 

Bands & Artists Mentioned: NOFX, SNFU, Operation Ivy, Chixdiggit, Gob, Origami Angel, Good Riddance, Arms Length, Coheed and Cambria, Houseboat, Burnt Tapes, Lot Lizards, Drought, The Chugs, Sam Russo, Fond

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, and discover why the shortest punk songs sometimes make the biggest impact.

🎙️ Episode 113 – Campfire Songs (Punk Rock Edition)
Welcome back to the High Fives Punk Rock Podcast! In this episode, Mike and Justin get cozy around the proverbial campfire to talk campfire songs—but with a twist. This isn't your typical acoustic guitar kumbaya moment. We're diving into the kinds of songs you'd want echoing when you are hanging around a fire chilling with some friends.

🔥 We explore the perfect soundtrack for late-night singalongs and sunrise melancholy, blending genres like punk rock, ska, emo, hardcore, and alt-folk.

🎶 Bands & artists featured in this episode include:
Northcote, Against Me!, The Slackers, Hot Mulligan, Casper Fight Scene, Hepcat, Deforesters, Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties,The Almighty Defenders,Moral Bombing, Leisure Hour, New Swears, Get Dead, and Dan Andriano 

Whether you’re roasting marshmallows, crushing some beers or just looking for music that speaks to your punk heart under the stars, this episode has something for everyone.

So grab a cold drink, pull up a chair, and join us for a playlist that’s equal parts cathartic and catchy. Don’t forget to hit Follow or Subscribe and get your list in too. Find us on Instagram @highfivespodcast

Looking for something new to listen to? Maybe you missed out on some of the releases so far this year. We know it is hard to keep up with everything in the digital age. Well guess what? We did some work for you?  and you are in your luck because episode 112 of the high fives punk rock podcast  is the annual half way through the year episode where we discuss some of our favorite punk and on brand releases for 2025 so far. So have a listen and then send in your lists of best punk , pop punk, ska , emo, hardcore, screamo, indie releases of the year so far. We can't wait to hear what we may have missed.  Features discussions about The Raging Nathans, The Last Mile, L.S.Dunes, Unseemlier, Cumulus, Propagandhi, Matty Grace, Little Low, The Kilograms, Sammy Kay, Joe Gittleman, Emma Goldman and the Capser Fight Scene.  

Make sure to send in your lists to @highfivespodcast 

The High Fives Punk Rock Podcast is a non profit / ad free podcast discussing punk, pop punk,emo,hardcore,emo,metal,screamo,thrash and everything in between and we hope you enjoy what we have to say and play and consider supporting these bands and artists anyway you can. 

In Episode 111, Justin and Mike step up to the plate—not to talk baseball stats, but to pick the ultimate punk rock walk-up songs!

You know the songs players use as they head to home plate to smash dingers? We asked: What if those songs came from the world of punk, ska, hardcore, and skacore? Can these high-energy genres bring the heat? Spoiler: yes.

Join us as we break down the tracks we’d use to make our entrance, featuring bands like:

The Isotopes, Propagandhi, NOFX, The Raging Nathans, Goldfinger, Less Than Jake, Rat Boy, The International Noise Conspiracy, Crazy & The Brains, The Pietasters, RKL, and more.

We’re talking punk energy, ska attitude, and walk-up anthem potential. It’s loud, fast, and a little ridiculous—just how we like it.

🎧 If you're into punk rock podcasts, music discovery, or just love making playlists with purpose, this episode is for you.

We did it! We finally made it to the end of the year based episodes and we are going out with 2010. 

Justin and Mike dive into 2010, revisiting the albums that defined those years and left a lasting impact on impressionable lives.

🔥 Featuring discussions on Kvelertak, Off With Their Heads, Iron Chic, Smoke or Fire, The Menzingers, The Sainte Catherines, The Paperbacks, The Blacklist Royals, RVIVR and Bars of Gold. find out which records stood out and why they still matter to us.

🎶 Plus, hear what we’ve been spinning lately, including Dead Bars, Debt Neglector, The Last Mile, Matty Grace, Vicious Cycles, Hot Wax

Find out Justin's answers to these burning questions

1.      What is a song from a soundtrack that was made better because of how it was used in the movie

2.      What is a song that everyone seems to like but you can’t stand

3.      What is a ridiculous song that you love? Could be funny? Just objectively bad? Or so out of left field?

If you love punk, pop punk, emo, ska, skacore, hardcore—or just discovering new music—this is the punk rock podcast for you! Give it a listen, subscribe, and send us your own top picks!

We’re almost at the end of our journey through the years that shaped our music tastes! In this episode, Justin and Mike dive into 2008 and 2009, revisiting the albums that defined those years and left a lasting impact.

🔥 Featuring discussions on The Hold Steady, Gaslight Anthem, Teenage Bottlerocket, Propagandhi, The Menzingers, Red City Radio, The Dopamines, Broadway Calls, and Dear Landlord—find out which records stood out and why they still matter today.

🎶 Plus, hear what we’ve been spinning lately, including Coheed and Cambria, Quit Everything, Split Dogs, Deals Gone Bad, The Real Sickies, Knife Proof Earmuffs, and The Names of Our Friends.

If you love punk, pop punk, emo, ska, skacore, hardcore—or just discovering new music—this is the punk rock podcast for you! Give it a listen, subscribe, and send us your own top picks!

Episode 108 is another nostalgia-packed trip back in time as Justin and Mike look back on the music that shaped them from 2006 and 2007 through the lenses of a couple of aged out punk rock kids. Both years seemed like a rebirth for both of us as we rediscovered our love for the genre we held so dear. So have a listen to the episode and find out why we picked these albums and songs as some of favorite from those years. Including discussions about Bad Religion, Municipal Waste, Gaslight Anthem, The Hold Steady, Tim Armstrong, The Loved Ones, The Copyrights, Against Me!, A Wilhelm Scream, The Bouncing Souls. Find out what we have been listening to like Bad Year , Hell & Back , Death By Unga Bunga, Allie Goertz , LS Dunes, Oh The Humanity!, Coheed and Cambria and WINONA FIGHTER.  If you are looking for a punk rock podcast or you like punk, pop punk, emo, ska, skacore, hardcore, hey you get the deal..give us a listen and get your list in too! 

There can't be two New Brunswicks

 And don't miss three brand-new questions for Justin in our “Get to Know Justin” segment!

It's a new year and a new season of the high fives punk rock podcast. Justin and Mike jump right back into last year’s theme and discuss the years 2004 and 2005 through the eyes of some aging punk rock kids. Featuring discussions around some of our favorite albums and bands from those years. Justin goes a little mainstream and Mike tries to figure out what the hell he was doing but, in the end, we came up with 10 punk and punk adjacent albums we both could agree defined what we were listening to in those years. Have a listen and then send in your list.  We also get into the albums we have been listening to like Precursor, If Kansas Had Trees, Southtowne Lanes, Gob and Monster Rally.  Find out what is a comfort album for Justin and if we had any new year’s resolutions.  Featuring discussions about pop punk, punk rock, emo, midwest emo, ska,skacore, Canadian Music, CanCon,Calgary punk and I guess metalcore now. Hey it was 2004!  Don't pretend like you didn't dabble in the hot topic emo like My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy you scenesters! Or maybe you screamed for Jesus like Underoath. Maybe you were just stuck in Calgary listening to Chixdiggit or The Buzzing Bees. Or discovering Pop Punk like Latterman or chilling to Bedouin Soundclash.

Join us for our year-end extravaganza, a deep dive into the punk, pop punk, emo, hardcore, melodic hardcore albums and sub genres that we couldn’t stop listening to this year. Mike's "vanity project" isn’t about declaring the "best of 2024" but sharing the albums  that brought joy, sparked emotion, and kept us excited about the genre we love. At High Fives Punk Rock Podcast, it’s not about the rankings; it’s about celebrating the music that moves us. So tune in and turn it up. Plus, we love hearing from our listeners—send us your lists, and we’ll share them with our growing punk rock community. We hope you enjoy the episode and find something worth adding to your collection. 

Hi and welcome back to the High Fives Punk Rock podcast. It is the last episode of the season and this one is all about the year 2003. So, let’s take a trip back in nostalgia for a time where myspace and scenesters ruled the musical landscape.  Justin and Mike look back on the albums and pop culture of the year through the lenses of a couple of aged out punk rock kids. Beyond the music, our hosts dive into 2003’s pop culture trends and explore how genres like punk and its various sub genres continued to evolve, often overlapping and influencing each other. And you get to hear Mike talk way too much about his love of the O.C. Featuring discussions about Stike Anywhere, Rancid, Lagwagon, The Exploding Hearts, Story of the Year, Saosin, Silverstein, Less than Jake, Joule and the Postal Service showcasing the year’s rich diversity in alternative music.  We discuss what we have been listening to including Ben Quad, The Shape of Punk To Come tribute album, No Doubt, The Implants, The Hammerbombs, the Dopamines, Lindi Ortega and Pizza Death.  Have a listen and then send in the 5 albums that you love from that year. We can’t wait to hear what you would pick.

 And don't miss some new questions for Justin in our “Get to Know Justin” segment!

Welcome back to the year 2002 and another nostalgia-packed trip back in time as Justin and Mike look back on the albums and pop culture of the year through the lenses of a couple of aged out punk rock kids. Beyond the music, Mike and Justin dive into 2002’s pop culture trends and explore how genres like punk and its various sub genres continued to evolve, often overlapping and influencing each other.  Including the Shame Spiral of 2002 music. Featuring discussions about My Chemical Romance, Thrice, Coheed and Cambria, Strung Out, Piebald, S.T.R.E.E.T.S., The Lawrence Arms, The Used and Pretty Girls Make Graves also make the list, showcasing the year’s rich diversity in alternative music.  We discuss what we have been listening to including NOFX, Touche Amore, Drug Church, the Okimoniks, RatBoy, The Bad Ups and The Calamatixs. 

 And don't miss three brand-new questions for Justin in our “Get to Know Justin” segment!

Justin and Mike are back with a brand new episode, diving deep into the punk rock and punk-adjacent albums of 2001. Tune in as we share our favorite records from the year. 2001 was a great year for punk ska emo hardcore and all the sub genres. So this one was a little tough to narrow down but we hope you like what we came up with. On top of that we also take a trip down memory lane to revisit some iconic pop culture moments from 2001 and chat about what we've been spinning lately. Get involved, listen in, and send us your top albums from 2001! Featuring Alkaline Trio, Thursday, Mico, Rx Bandits, The Black Halos, Propagandhi, The Ataris, Zero Down, The Detroit Cobras, Indian Giver, Fast Blood, The Lazarus Plot, Death of Guitar Pop, State Faults, Gel, Counterparts, Hi-Standard.

August turned out to be a hectic month for both Justin and me, which meant we couldn’t carve out the time to release a regular episode. But waiting until the end of September just didn’t feel right, so I came up with this bonus episode idea. I wanted to highlight some of the music I’ve been listening to recently, but then, as usual, my nerd brain kicked in. We always talk about our High Fives WhatsApp group, so why not bring them into the mix? With the help of our awesome WhatsApp crew, we’ve put together this special episode featuring tracks picked by the group and myself. Get ready to discover some killer tunes from bands like One if By Land, Hell Beach, Guardrail, Combat, Motion City Soundtrack, Carrion Spring, The Dwarves, Padre, The Corps, Massive Nightmares, Jon Snodgrass, Closers, Minoh, and Class Action! 

#PunkRock #HighFivesPodcast #punkrockplaylist #punkrockpodcast #yycpunk #CalgaryPunk #Highfivespunkrockpodcast #ska #skapodcast #emo #orgcore #poppunk #newpunk2024 #BonusEpisode #Playlist #NewMusic #WhatsAppCrew #OneIfByLand #HellBeach #Guardrail #Combat #MotionCitySoundtrack #CarrionSpring #TheDwarves #Padre #TheCorps #MassiveNightmares #JonSnodgrass #Closers #Minoh #ClassAction

Episode 102 is all about the year 2000.  Join Mike and Justin as they re-visit the year and explore what punk rock and punk adjacent albums meant the most to them from that year.  We break down some of the big news stories and pop culture events. Talk about some of the movies and television from the year 2000 and some of the albums that didn't make our list.  Featuring bands like Thrice , Boy Sets Fire, NOFX, The Everymen, Samiam , Less Than Jake, At The Drive In, Life After High School, The Haunted and The Weakerthans. Plus we discuss what bands and albums we were listening to the past little while including Sammy Kay, MakeWar, Love Letter, Stone Temple Pilots, Soft Kill, Homecoming , HeartWells and Pack Rat.  Make sure you give it a listen and then send in your favorite albums from the year 2000.

Welcome to the High Fives Punk Rock podcast. If you have been keeping up with the theme of this year and ignore the 100th episode we have been going through the latter half of the 90s discussing some of the albums that stood out to us. And that means that today/tonight/whenever you are listening that Justin and me are here to take you on a wild ride through the final year of the 20th century highlighted by our favorite punk and punk adjacent albums from 1999 so sit tight and buckle up because we're diving headfirst into the year that gave us everything from boy bands to Y2K panic, from dial-up internet to "The Phantom Menace." It's a time capsule of baggy jeans, frosted tips, and the unforgettable sound of the Nokia ringtone

Well we did it! We made it to 100 episodes. At least we think it is 100. And with that Mike welcomes back Nate for a special appearance to discuss some of our favorite punk rock albums from 2024 so far. Featuring #BadNerves #Riley! #NoBrainer #AlkalineTrio #DeathLens #FrankTurner #TheReflectors #ToddFarrellJr #TheDrowns and #ClassicPat.   Check out the episode and then get in your list of best of 2024 so far in too!   We would love to hear what #punk #poppunk #powerpop #emo #hardcore #ska #skapunk #melodicpunk albums have been on your radar.

In episode 99 of the High Fives Punk Rock podcast, Justin and Mike dive into the music and pop culture of 1998. Highlighting the significant albums, bands, and events that shaped their lives during that year. Listeners can expect lively discussions, nostalgic anecdotes, and insightful commentary on the enduring legacy of some of their favorite punkrock albums from 1998. Featuring bands like Rancid, Lagwagon, The Mad Caddies, Grade, Refused, Strung Out, The Bonaduces, The Everymen , Knapsack, the Murder City Devils. Justin and Mike also go into a few albums they have been listening to this past month. Including The Reflectors, The Pill, John Moreland, Hepcat, Aaron West and The Roaring Twenties, Modern Life is War, Sum 41 and Third Eye Blind.  So makes sure you get your nostalgia hat on and give it a listen. Then make sure you send us your list of important albums from #1998.

 Episode 98 is all about 1997 and some of our favorite punk rock albums from that year as well as some of the interesting pop culture moments of the year as they recall it from Heavens Gate to Jurassic Park 2 and more. Actually after talking about dinosaurs running a muck on a city street do we need to talk about anything else? Make sure you take a listen and then get in your list of 5 albums that you love from 1997. So plug in your headphones, turn up the volume, and get ready to explore 1997 in all its nostalgic glory. 

Mike is joined by his new co-host Justin and we kick off a new series with each episode exploring a new year! Episode 97 is all about 1996 and some of our favorite punk rock albums from that year. Make sure you take a listen and then get in your list of 5 albums that you love from 1996.

Better late than never….here is the annual high fives year end episode featuring Mike’s favorite albums of the past year. Have a listen and get your year end lists in too! #bestof2023 #punkablums2023 #punkrockpodcast #highfivespunkrockpodcast #punk #emo #melodicpunk #2023albums

Episode 95 is all about friendship because at the heart of it this podcast has always just been about Mike and Nate hanging out and talking about the music that bonded them together. So as we say goodbye to Nate (for now) we figured we should tackle that topic. So take a listen to the episode and get in your favorite songs about friendships.#songsaboutfriends #friends #thankyouforbeingafriend #Verena #Rancid #TheBouncingSouls #RedCityRadio #Petey #JohnnyUniteUs #TheCopyrights #TheArrivals #LivingWithLions #TheSainteCatherines #2023 #punkrockfriends

From the rustle of leaves underfoot to the crispness in the air, Autumn is many things to many people. For some it is relief from the heat of summer. Others see it as a fresh start. Some hate the encroaching darkness and then there are those who can't get enough #pumpkinspice. But what we love about Fall is the music that pairs so well with all of this. Episode 94 of the #highfivespunkrockpodcast is about some of the songs that capture that autumnal essence. So grab something warm, cuddle up in your warmest blanket and enjoy the episode. Then send in some of your favorite #punk #emo #poppunk #melodichardcore #hardcore #ska??? songs for fall #songsforfall #autumnmusic #sweaterweatherjams #punkmusic #emocore #skacore #indierock #Travoltas #DillingerFour #D4 #SavesTheDay #TheWonderYears #RealFriends #Shorebirds #ThePaperbacks #Knapsack #TheWeakerthans #AmericanFootball # Citizen #DripFed #Territories #DeadAlright #SpiritualCramp #SWMRS #Clowns #MakingFriends

Welcome to our Halloween Party mixtape. Episode 93 features a collection of Halloween themed jams curated by our lovely hosts and put together for your listening pleasure this #spookyseason. #halloweenmixtape #punkrockhalloween #punkrockpodcast #spookyjams #halloweenpartyjams

In Episode 92 of the #highfivespunkrockpodcast Nate & Mike continue their mission to introduce listeners to hidden gems that we feel you should check out. This episode is a refined embodiment of the podcast's core purpose: showcasing bands, albums, and songs that might have escaped your radar. In this episode we dive into the overlooked and underrated, shining a spotlight on a selection of bands and albums they we think maybe deserve a little extra attention. So, tune in and take a listen and then send in your list of under the radar bands so we can check those out too! #highfivespunkrockpodcast #punk #ska #emo #hardcore #melodicpunk #poppunk #canadapodcast #yycpodcast #punkrockpodcast #revolts #therules #streets #DeadHeat #TonyMolina #GraveyardClub #Perennial #BikeAge #TheCosmit #SpanishLoveSongs #shortfictions #thecomputers #BigLoser #TheAbruptors #wastedpotential #Exbats #Almostpeople

Check out episode 91 which is our ode to the legendary punk rock label fat wreck chords. We originally did this episode in celebration of Fat’s 25th anniversary. Many years later and we are still debating which Fat Albums left the biggest impression on us. Take a listen to the episode and get your list in. We can’t wait to hear what you come up with. #punkrockpodcast #highfivespunkrockpodcast #fatwreckchords #fatwreck #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #emo #ska #skapunk #skacore #melodicpunk #skatepunk #90spunkrock #canadapunk #punkpodcast #Lagwagon #propagandhi #getdead #themadcaddies #tonysly #GoodRiddance #Nightbirds #BannerPilot #DirectHit!

It is that time of the year again where Nate and Mike sit down with a wonderful guest to discuss some of our favorite releases of the year to date. Joining us for Episode 90 is the incredible Émilie Plamondon, punk rock music aficionado and the host of both The Punk Roquette Show and a long-standing radio show Punk Détente. And oh yeah and she is also a member of The Long Run and 50 shades of Punk Rock. As you might guess Émilie has her ear to the ground when it comes to punk rock. So, get ready for a captivating discussion as we dive into some of our favorite releases of the year and celebrate some great punk rock that has graced our ears. #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #melodicpunk #punk2023 #yycpodcast #emilie #punkroquetteshow #quebecpunk #calgarypunk #emo

If you're a fan of the music we discuss on this podcast, chances are you've been a part of your local scene at some point. Whether you've attended shows, supported your friends, organized events, played in a band, or worked in a venue, the local scene holds a special place in your heart. It's where the punk rock spirit thrives, embodying the rebellious nature and independent ethos that defines the genre. In this episode, we proudly delve into our own local scene in Calgary, showcasing some of the bands we adore. So, crank up the volume, listen in, and afterward, we'd love to hear about your local scene. Send us your recommendations of bands from your area that we should definitely check out! #punkrockpodcast #highfivespunkrockpodcast #yycpunk #calgarypunk #punkrock #poppunk #emo #hardcore #ska #melodicpunk #skatepunk #calgarypunkrock

When you put on a new album for the first time, what's the first thing you hear? The answer, of course, is the opening track. But what makes a great opening track? Is it the hook that draws you in, the lyrics that set the tone for the rest of the album, or something else entirely? Episode 88 is all about the first tracks and the ones we love. So, take a listen and then send in your list of favorite opening tracks. #punkrockpodcast #punkpod #emo #poppunk #punk #ska #melodicpunk #skatepunk #hardcore

What's the deal with sound clips? You know, those little snippets of audio that bands use to enhance their songs or albums? Love them or hate them grabbing something from another media and inserting into music is something prevalent in punk rock. I'm sure you can think of at least one that associate with a song or band. In our latest episode, we explore the world of sound clips and how they're used in punk rock. From movie quotes to random noises, we've got it all covered! Take a listen and make sure you send your list in too! #punkrock #punk #ska #emo #hardcore #melodicpunk #punkpodcast #punkrockpodcast #skacast #skacore #emopodcast #yyc #calgary #calgarypunk #yycpunk

Nate and Mike re-visit episode 2 of the podcast in an attempt to correct the wrongs of the past and explore the world of punk rock side projects. Many of our favorite punk rock musicians have ventured beyond their main bands to create outside their original band. Take a listen to some of the side piece bands that we enjoy and then get your list in too! #punkrockpodcast #punkpodcast #poppunk #hardcore #Emo #indierock #yycpodcast

Check out what songs are mixtape musts for Mike and Nate as they revisit the long lost episode 1 of our little #punkrockpodcast. Check out the episode and get your list in too! #rulesforamixtape #punkrockmixtape #punkpodcast #ska #skapodcast #poppunk #emo #emopod #hardcore #punkcoversongs #yycpodcast #calgarypunk #calgarypodcast

It is the end of another year and that means another year-end self-indulgent podcast episode where Mike talks about 30 albums he was into over the year.  So, if you are looking for some albums you may have missed or you just want to hear Mike gush over some music take a listen to the episode. Special thanks to Nate and Jeff for the help with the episode.  #punkrock #punk2022 #best0f2022 #punkrockpodcast #punk #emo #poppunk #yycpodcast

We did it. The last episode of the year. This one is all about album art.  I mean we could write a long-winded description about how art can help sell an album. Or how it sometimes can give you an idea of what an album or band might sound like. We could discuss how sometimes it can steer you away from an album. But I mean you know that right? So instead of reading all that why don’t you take a listen to the episode and get your picks in too! #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #ska #emo #melodicpunk #hardcore #yycpodcast #albumart

It is a weird thing to say but sometimes the best song on an album is the last track. Sometimes it leaves you wanting more. Other times it is just a stand out track. And then there are those songs that just pull everything together and complete the album making it whole.  Episode 82 is all about those closing tracks come take a listen to us discuss some of our favorite album closers and why they made that album just a little more special.   

These days the single life is a crowded game.  Gone are the days of the 45, the cassingle, the maxi cd all replaced with a barrage of weekly digital releases until the eventual release of the full length.  This month’s episode is all about the singles that still follow that original purpose. The song that got you stoked for an eventual release or tour or maybe just the single that kept that band in your thoughts in between activity. The kind of song that let you know they are still alive and kicking it. So if you are looking for hot singles to satisfy those moonlight desires call 1-900-IHEARTNATE….I mean take a listen to episode 81 and then get your list in too! #punkrockpodcast #punkpodcast #punkrock #emo #ska #hardcore #melodicpunk

Can you believe the year is half done? Actually, it is technically more than half over now but we. But that also means it is time for our annual episode “best of (insert year) so far” It has been another busy year release wise so we figured we might need a guest to get a better grasp of what has come out. We were super stoked that Christine of Little Low and Save Ends was kind enough to sit down and talk music with us and share some of her favorite albums of 2022 so far. Take a listen to our picks and then get your lists in too. #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #emo #SaveEnds #LittleLow

Some bands/artists seem to have an endless supply of music. Others put out music periodically and then there are those bands that put out one release and then you never hear from them again. Episode 79 is about those one and done albums that stood the test of time and left you wanting more. Have a listen to the 5 albums we choose and then get your list in too. #bandswithonealbum #punkrockpodcast #punkpodcast #punk #ska #emo #hardcore #punkrock #poppunk #melodicpunk #indierock

We are back from our covid related hiatus with a new episode and this one requires a little detective work. So get out your Inspector Clouseau cosplay outfit and get ready to find some hidden gems. We all know movies have "Easter Eggs" but have you ever thought about the ones in songs. Well we decided to go on a little Easter Egg hunt in our collections and see what we could come up with. So take a listen to our finds and then if you are feeling it, go through your collection and get your list in too! #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #ska #emo #hardocre #eastereggs

One of the things many of us have missed over the past couple of years is going to a show and seeing your favorite band and those familiar faces. Things appear to moving in the right direction and we just might be able to do that again soon so Nate and Mike sat down and recorded an episode all about shows and concerts. Check out the episode and then send in your favorite songs that have to do with going to or playing a show. #punkrockpodcast #punk #poppunk #ska #emo #hardcore #skacore #melodicpunk

It is a special treat when you can look back on a band’s last release and think wow they went out on a high note. Sadly, this isn’t the case a lot of the time. Before a band breaks up we are often subjected to fragmented work but hey there is a reason they broke up right?  Then there are those bands that went out truly on top and left us with an album that stands the test of time. Episode 76 is about those last hurrahs. Take a listen to some of the bands and albums that Nate and Mike thought went out at the top of their game and then get your list in too!

It is the last bit of 2021 and that means music lists galore and in our case it means another year end episode featuring some of Mike’s favorite albums from the past year. So get ready for some awkward solo banter and great music. Take a listen, check out the bands and then send in your picks so we can check them out.     

Last episode of the season! Looks like we made it after all. For episode 74 Nate and Mike have decided to go out on much lighter tone than our previous episode and explore those clever titles that got us interested in checking a song, album or band out. Sometimes, they are funny, witty, ridiculous or just clever enough to garner your interest. So have a listen and then send in your list of crafty song titles

Death isn’t always something we want to explore or think about but ultimately, we are all forced to face it at some point. With all that is going on in the world we decided now would be a good time to explore some of the songs we enjoy that deal with this very topic.  So, episode 73 is all about songs that deal with death as the subject matter. As you can imagine some of this might be too heavy for some of you and if that is the case we understand skipping this one. If not then please have a listen and then get in your lists in.  

Welcome back! After a month long hiatus we are back at it. This time we discuss songs about famous people. Yup we got lazy and it is a broad ranging topic.  So that means it can be about a celebrity, a historical figure, a musician, an athlete or even about some local chud with some sense of notoriety. Anyway, glad you stuck around , hope you enjoy the episode and can’t wait to see what you come up with  for your list. 

Remember when conspiracy theories were fun and exciting? Long before they became overtly polarizing, it could be fun to think about the “what  ifs” surrounding these stories and mysteries.  Does Sasquatch like to party hard? Are aliens bringing the stoke or are they totally lame? And what’s the deal with lizard people and Ovaltine?   Episode 71 is our dive into some of the songs connected to conspiracy. So put on your tinfoil hat and take a listen to the songs we chose that touch on those crazy or not so crazy theories.  Remember the truth is out there.  Oh yeah and we would love to hear your list and maybe your favorite theory/mystery. So send them in.

It is June which means it is time for our annual episode “best of (insert year) so far”  It has been another crazy year and with so many great releases out there we figured we might need a guest to get a better grasp of what has come out. So Nate and Mike invited Darren Ollinger of Julius Sumner Miller to narrow down our picks for best of 2021 so far.  Take a listen to our picks and then get your lists in too.

One of the signs of a great song is when you want to turn the volume up no matter how many times you have heard it. And with summer coming and the future finally looking bright, we wanted to pump up the volume on some of our favorite jams. Episode 69 is all about the songs that make you want to turn it up loud. So take a listen to some of the bangers Nate and Mike love to crank up the volume for. Then send in the tracks that you love loud.