What Lies Ahead Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

On the first episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I speak with Mark Scondotto of Shutdown to discuss everything from his origins of New York Hardcore, the formation of his band, their live show, and brand new EP, By Your Side that was just released on Equal Vision Records. The interview ends with Mark answering rapid fire questions on his favorite records, New York venues, and other topics. 

On this episode of What Lies Ahead Podcast, I have an in-depth discussion with Joe Hardcore about his musical history, the Philadelphia hardcore scene, how he began as a promoter, and This is Hardcore Fest.  We also discussed his podcast, This is Hardcore, and his band Shattered Realm's new EP that was just released. 

We end our discussion with rapid fire questions that asks everything from his favorite albums to other musical interests.  

In this episode, I speak with Rick Jimenez of Extinction AD to discuss his history of music, the formation of his bands (Subterfuge, Soldiers, This is Hell, Extinction AD), playing various instruments, and his favorite albums he released.  We also explore how Extinction AD structures their set list, while advice he would give to himself as a teenager.  We end the podcast with Rick answering rapid fire questions on music, wrestling, and other topics.

On this episode, Popeye discisses his musical history, Farside’s writing process, his new project Calling Hours, and connecting with Revelation Records. 

Popeye talks about his career as a voice actor and the new record Calling Hours is working on. 

On this episode I speak with Lenny Bednarz. He discusses his musical history, Without A Cause, the formation of Fahrenheit 451, and their writing process. Lenny discusses their releases, the impact of the NY Hardest Compilation, and playing shows. 

Lenny also discusses his time in District 9. He also reviews Crazy Eddie, their writing process and what the future holds for the band. 

Fahrenheit 451 (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/fahrenheit451nyhc?igsh=MWh3b3d1ejFlOHlzMQ==

Crazy Eddie (instagram):

https://www.instagram.com/crazyeddienyhc?igsh=NXE1cW10eW55M3M1

On this episode, I speak with Mat Rienecker of Stand Still and HumanKind. We discuss his origins of hardcore, Stand Still’s writing process, and his new project, HumanKind. We also review his work as a production manager of The Paramount on Long Island, and what the future holds for his bands. 

Instagram (Stand Still):

https://www.instagram.com/standstill.ny?igsh=MWJ2NjJmM205d3gydQ==

Instagram (HumanKind):

https://www.instagram.com/humankind_longisland?igsh=cG9leGxuajBoY2Nk

On this episode, I speak with Sal Lococo of Sworn Enemy. We discuss the formation of the band, writing process, Ozzfest stories, and how they structure their setlist. We also talk about his favorite albums, Castle Heights, and the future of the band. 

Instagram (Sworn Enemy):

https://www.instagram.com/swornenemynyc?igsh=ZmlxbTl2czlscW5q

On this episode I speak with Scott Jarzombek of Tripface. We discuss his musical history, how the band structured their set list, playing shows, and the upcoming re-release of their demo on vinyl. The discussion ends with his career, favorite records, and other topics. 

Tripface on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/2wuG4FTwlu2uHW5v3AlV7d?si=iYPihmURSF2-2VsInuOC6Q

On this episode I speak with Jay Reason. We discuss his history in music, his time with Voice of Reason/The Distance/Blackened, his work with various labels, and the formation of Static Era Records. The interview ends with Jay speaking on the future of his label, his record store in Connecticut, and his favorite releases. 

Instagram (Static Era Records):

https://www.instagram.com/staticerarecords?igsh=bnFhaGlxNnlvc2Jm

On this episode of the What Lies Ahead, I speak with Mike Gallo of Agnostic Front.  We discuss his history in music, the new Agnostic Front record, and how they structure their set list.  We also dive into Gallo Originals and the various art shows he has been featured in over the last couple of years.  The conversation ends with asking questions on his favorite albums, venues, and tours.