https://www.iheart.com/podcast/80597614/enMusicCopyright Ron Scalzohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5cf33fe594341b7e55ee5962cf72e46c.jpghttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/80597614/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:20:20 +0000Ron ScalzoRon Scalzoron@baldfreak.comThe Independent Minded podcast features talks with indie artists in the music and entertainment biz. Independent & creative types from all over the world talk with host Ron Scalzo about their origins, their inspirations, their recent projects, and...trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleven-young-lovers-paul-spring-the-parlor--72927378https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/CR6U7Cop0kOYphDjUY_ZT_Z9KExUBpmmRO-epOXpScESat, 11 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#185. Young Lovers discover the spiritual string-filled center of a new LP, Paul Spring plays freeze tag, The Parlor conjure up a psychedelic double album.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3599diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/toadies--72754643Toadies’ drummer Mark Reznicek reminisces about Rubberneck, gets homesick on the road, celebrates the band’s work with Steve Albini on The Charmer.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Long Beach musician Dustin Lovelis immortalizes his late brother Graham with help from Seattle indie label https://funnygoofyrecords.com/ to release the debut LP from Uncle Grim and help raise awareness & funds to find a cure for...Funny Goofy Records to release the debut LP from Uncle Grim and help raise awareness & funds to find a cure for Glioblastoma.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1311diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hammock--72017863Hammock share an inspiring origin story, accept accolades from unlikely places, build walls of sound that invite reflection & connection.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Director http://fannypackfilms.com & executive producer http://adamjaymoskowitz.com battle cultural clashes, personal struggles, and melting cheese to make their new documentary feature http://bigcheesefilm.com.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get...Sara Joe Wolansky & executive producer Adam Moskowitz battle cultural clashes, personal struggles, and melting cheese to make their new documentary feature The Big Cheese.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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New York folk duo http://thewhisperingtree.com talk with Ron about the warm embrace of the Hudson Valley's artistic community, being rescued by Musician Treatment Foundation, abandoning the digital world, burying the Bones of Better...The Whispering Tree talk with Ron about the warm embrace of the Hudson Valley's artistic community, being rescued by Musician Treatment Foundation, abandoning the digital world, burying the Bones of Better Days.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Get 30% off your membership...Hunter Root talks with Ron about emotional honesty, going viral, flirting with the majors, battling Lyme disease, striving to be a strong man.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1828diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleven-boutique-feelings-grace-inspace-hate-dept--68673356https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/reAwnuT_V8EI3ct51YDAncMUNCig2gYhVrQ6sRG8KTkFri, 21 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#170. Boutique Feelings throws a pity party, Grace Inspace shakes off the shackles of pity-pleasing, Hate Dept. hands out a unique trophy. Ron shares new faves from Phantogram, GreenLady + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3239diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleven-bombargo-rocket-bad-self-portraits--68308965https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/W08W181rZ1xAYD8-Wc_MBrIFptyeRTzaMecZgwlKmHITue, 28 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#168. Bombargo channels '70s-era soft rock, Rocket refuels an old demo, Bad Self Portraits think they're going to Hell. Ron shares new faves from Astronoid, PREYRS + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Seattle musician http://hellotower.com talks with Ron about psychedelic therapy, battling depression, building a soundtrack for others to float on & live in, a spill off the steps that started him on a new path to music-making.Sponsored by...Daniel G. Harmann talks with Ron about psychedelic therapy, battling depression, building a soundtrack for others to float on & live in, a spill off the steps that started him on a new path to music-making.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Scott "Monty" Munro of Canadian post-punk band http://preoccs.com talks with Ron about the band's democratic DIY spirit, their Black Sabbath cover band, and their near-name change to Santa Claus Orchestra.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your...Preoccupations talks with Ron about the band's democratic DIY spirit, their Black Sabbath cover band, and their near-name change to Santa Claus Orchestra.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Memphis singer/songwriter Mike Doughty returns to talk with Ron about his commitment to creating on Patreon, the allure of A.I., and the reasons behind the http://soulcoughingband.comreunion he said would never happen.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get...Soul Coughing reunion he said would never happen.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Get 30% off your...distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3247after ours,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,real estate,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the last reveltrue160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poster-children--65936144Poster Children about their pioneering podcast, four decades of music making, riding the wave of Nirvana mania, and surviving the grunge-era feeding frenzy.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/cmU6x1_rjEL4q1MMqQB_Nj1G7btTCCNMchHBJVtpY6ETue, 06 May 2025 08:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#159. Ron talks with Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin of Illinois indie rock band http://posterchildren.com about their pioneering podcast, four decades of music making, riding the wave of Nirvana mania, and surviving the grunge-era feeding...Poster Children about their pioneering podcast, four decades of music making, riding the wave of Nirvana mania, and surviving the grunge-era feeding frenzy.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Ron talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter http://spurlinmusic.com about a pure love of creating, our cold email courtship, growing up in a musical family, embracing baldness and The Beatles.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership...Dillon Spurlin about a pure love of creating, our cold email courtship, growing up in a musical family, embracing baldness and The Beatles.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1292diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,spurlinfalse156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleven-social-station-mclusky-love-in-reverse--64493360distrokid.com/vip/independentminded
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/xvEppxZZtzuAsQGCbnoKBLYk8HsKV-rQQKO6-3geb3cFri, 21 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#155. Social Station finally meets their record label, mclusky makes a comeback with a phallic opener, Love In Reverse stops so band members can move forward, and Ron shares new faves from Niis, Preoccupations, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30%...distrokid.com/vip/independentminded
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Ron talks with NYC guitarist http://robmastrianni.com about being banished to Catholic school, his Brooklyn roots, birds of prey, belly dancers, releasing his first-ever solo album.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership...Rob Mastrianni about being banished to Catholic school, his Brooklyn roots, birds of prey, belly dancers, releasing his first-ever solo album.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Ron talks with singer/songwriter http://paulspringmusic.com about touring in a canoe, his bohemian ancestry, playing Sunny's Bar, pottery-related popularity, and why he'll likely never sign with a label.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your...Paul Spring about touring in a canoe, his bohemian ancestry, playing Sunny's Bar, pottery-related popularity, and why he'll likely never sign with a label.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Ron talks with Miami guitarist https://benkatzmanshreds.com/ about competing on Survivor, teaching young people to shred, Jews who rock, why being yourself is the best recipe for success.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership...Ben Katzman about competing on Survivor, teaching young people to shred, Jews who rock, why being yourself is the best recipe for success.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Ron talks with Georg Holm of post-rock trio https://sigurros.com about what being a musician really means, authenticity, embracing laziness, and finally making a record that sounds like Iceland.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership...Sigur Ros about what being a musician really means, authenticity, embracing laziness, and finally making a record that sounds like Iceland.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Nitecap mixes funk and synth-heavy soul to make a voice memo sound bananas, OMBIIGIZI puts Big Pharma on trial, Rebecca Haviland waxes nostalgic for late-night New York City, and Ron shares new faves from SPRINTS, Father John Misty, +...distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3531diy,eleven,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,nitecap,ombiigizi,rebecca haviland,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-record-pressing--62201519United Record Pressing - the largest and longest-operating vinyl manufacturer in the US - and talks 75 years of music history with URP's Cam Sarrett.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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John Van Deusen releases the oldest song he's ever written, Bird Call overcomes pandemic-provoked OCD, One Morning Left pays tribute to Knight Rider, Love In Reverse takes a digital detour, and Ron shares new faves from The Smile, Hammock +...distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3578bird call,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,john van deusen,love in reverse,music,one morning left,playlist,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/niecesandnephews--61210141niecesandnephews, joining Ghost Funk Orchestra, growing up on Tito Puente, bringing positive energy to the studio and the stage.This episode is sponsored by DistroKid. 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Harmann to take a forgotten song to intergalactic places, and Ron shares new faves from niecesandnephews, Jerry Cantrell + more.See Privacy...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3454caroline kingsbury,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,mp shaw,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,unlearnfalse143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eleven-kyle-andrews-ashrr-one-hundred-thousand--60665348distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/XUvsrSMnGJk3oazl2seliVFtfrGepKbhxlOrdrA--IoThu, 11 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#142. Kyle Andrews' song tells him how to write it, ASHRR speak French to unlock a space disco hook, One Hundred Thousand reevaluate relationships, and Ron shares new faves from Highly Suspect, La Luz + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. 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Ron talks with sax legend http://billevanssax.com about playing with Miles Davis, building a fanbase in Europe, wearing bandanas, getting help from http://mtfusa.org, and living in New York City in the '80s.This episode is sponsored by...Bill Evans about playing with Miles Davis, building a fanbase in Europe, wearing bandanas, getting help from MTF, and living in New York City in the '80s.This episode is sponsored by DistroKid. 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Get 30% off your membership at...distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>3694diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,playlist,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dolly--60266772Dolly about reconnecting with his musical community, shortening his band name, touring with Michael Imperioli, and the trials and tribulations that led to a new EP.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/H6dItVR4eJErgy9yXp2oQTryQMVwHwxrKo4WwgnXKK4Mon, 03 Jun 2024 20:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#139. Ron talks with Michael Eliran of New York indie rock band http://dollyspartans.bandcamp.com about reconnecting with his musical community, shortening his band name, touring with Michael Imperioli, and the trials and tribulations that led to a...Dolly about reconnecting with his musical community, shortening his band name, touring with Michael Imperioli, and the trials and tribulations that led to a new EP.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1590diy,dolly,dolly spartans,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coyote-motel--59875472Coyote Motel about Mississippi blues, Pennsylvania coal mines, his theremin-playing wife, recording with chickens, a rotation of hats, and making his first-ever movie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/SZGgjZ516SfMAag5eIIYAbjDsNTgbSdVTu6NNCO0s7sMon, 06 May 2024 17:00:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#138. Ron talks with Ted Drozdowski of Nashville cosmic roots band http://teddrozdowski.com about Mississippi blues, Pennsylvania coal mines, his theremin-playing wife, recording with chickens, a rotation of hats, and making his first-ever movie.See...Coyote Motel about Mississippi blues, Pennsylvania coal mines, his theremin-playing wife, recording with chickens, a rotation of hats, and making his first-ever movie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1766cosmic roots,coyote motel,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,ted drozdowskifalse138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/castle-black--59345542Castle Black about touring with dogs, tap dancing, teaching calculus and releasing their first full-length album.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/ZpEeBtIkcMeVHsMrTDRHdcntdCRyQHjRQcKG-k7ErdYMon, 08 Apr 2024 13:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#137. Ron talks with Brooklyn duo http://castleblackmusic.com about touring with dogs, tap dancing, teaching calculus and releasing their first full-length album.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...Castle Black about touring with dogs, tap dancing, teaching calculus and releasing their first full-length album.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1229castle black,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-merton--58852191Alice Merton about the success of 'No Roots', starting a record label, being a good person, betting on herself, and loving The Alan Parsons Project.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/iuQczJVLxNOAeZsJ1onv6AjcRnx9v55tq4ezbXm5aHYTue, 27 Feb 2024 15:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#136. Ron talks with http://alicemerton.com about the success of 'No Roots', starting a record label, being a good person, betting on herself, and loving The Alan Parsons Project.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...Alice Merton about the success of 'No Roots', starting a record label, being a good person, betting on herself, and loving The Alan Parsons Project.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1183alice merton,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rob-drabkin--58052326Rob Drabkin about picking guitar over science, channeling Bob Ross, selling biscuits, singing the national anthem, and making Spring In December.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/G44JV4h5uSRfoQOwF2qM1UgQDQScD7BCbrOoeWb0QxsMon, 18 Dec 2023 21:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#135. Ron talks with Denver musician http://robdrabkin.com about picking guitar over science, channeling Bob Ross, selling biscuits, singing the national anthem, and making Spring In December.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...Rob Drabkin about picking guitar over science, channeling Bob Ross, selling biscuits, singing the national anthem, and making Spring In December.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1147diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,rob drabkin,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesse-daniel-edwards--57179862Jesse Daniel Edwards about celebrating piano rock, being a pirate, the benefits of busking, and the bold transformation that led to Violensia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/5O4rplCc0yR0Zmv8UYGMS-4jUluoi7JWfHKCBXWKHMMTue, 10 Oct 2023 13:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#134. Ron talks with Nashville musician http://jessedanieledwards.net/ about celebrating piano rock, being a pirate, the benefits of busking, and the bold transformation that led to Violensia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...Jesse Daniel Edwards about celebrating piano rock, being a pirate, the benefits of busking, and the bold transformation that led to Violensia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2063diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,jesse daniel edwards,juni ata,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phil-hurley--56737071Phil Hurley about Gigolo Aunts, Tracy Bonham, The South Austin Moonlighters, and how the Musician Treatment Foundation fixed his hand and saved his livelihood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/CHQzG75gPYzfLORRaOwwWZGhCS0zKyosM-4MxzBTWjIFri, 08 Sep 2023 14:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#133. Ron talks with guitarist https://www.philhurleymusic.com about Gigolo Aunts, Tracy Bonham, The South Austin Moonlighters, and how the http://mtfusa.org fixed his hand and saved his livelihood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...Phil Hurley about Gigolo Aunts, Tracy Bonham, The South Austin Moonlighters, and how the Musician Treatment Foundation fixed his hand and saved his livelihood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1600diy,gigolo aunts,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,mtf,music,musician treatment foundation,phil hurley,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,south austin moonlightersfalse133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hate-dept--56091194https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/6rXXHwZosVCUhQEXnekoJo3gytf7gBf6HerjbFasGgcThu, 13 Jul 2023 16:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#132. Ron talks with Seibold about anger and anarchy, college radio, buying and living in a school, and the rise and the return of Hate Dept.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2068diy,hate dept,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,seiboldfalse132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spotlights-returns--55530331https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/T1OH1VRrJs2vUkQN2JCC1gtkW-_96B_7eHe3femkUmgThu, 29 Jun 2023 16:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#131. Ron talks with Spotlights about loving each other, winning over fans, working with Ipecac Recordings, moving to Pittsburgh, and making Alchemy For The Dead.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1694diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,ipecac,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,spotlightsfalse131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-in-reverse--54301057https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/ArChC1C-TR_ZGIlrVPgkwDd1rX7SFoR_FtoFDFnU7DEMon, 12 Jun 2023 15:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#130. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Michael Ferentino about music therapy, getting signed to a major label, loving Prince, shaving his head, and the resurrection of Love In Reverse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2355diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,love in reverse,michael ferentino,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kit-cat-klock--54031505https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8JxoBa0FXEUm8av0-Rywr2USnzif0eYFWF-ChnA4VcAMon, 29 May 2023 13:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#129. Ron talks with California Clock Company president Woody Young and some Kit-Cat superfans about the iconic timekeeper that’s put a smile on everyone’s face since 1932.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>894diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,kit cat,kit-cat klock,music,nostalgia,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dillon-warnek--53442584https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/htAdE2vibv2vB2WGTxDOBixlSEO1jaV0fS8Hy9nN0McTue, 04 Apr 2023 16:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#128. Ron talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Dillon Warnek about borrowing Margo Price's band, warming up to Bob Dylan, admiring Norm Macdonald, and chasing songs that sizzle.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2550dillon warnek,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotrue128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-s-x--53203676https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8jrwZL1ed1WdSrq-O8CgAdMi7dg9fjctf68aQTWJbJ0Tue, 14 Mar 2023 20:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#127. Ron talks with dUg Pinnick of legendary rock trio King's X about empathy, self-worth, looking for love, getting high, rejecting Christianity, and the fine art of friendship. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2534diy,dug pinnick,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,king's x,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalse127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/x-rl7--52880194See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/nCqRI5XsYnCT5sY4xGhv_lWvdhSIybMl1q58yLr-OsYTue, 28 Feb 2023 17:30:00 +0000Ron Scalzo#126. Ron talks with UK musician and animator Mike Evans about devouring Korn, soothing side projects, failed record deals, and turning me into a cartoon for his cyberpunk animated pixel art series X-RL7. See Privacy Policy at...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1797diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,mike evans,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,xrl7false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im125-soul-glo--52729562gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/B_YYdONKD1e2sh8Sp_oVDY9LXvJV_hTyTja-OoW75BETue, 14 Feb 2023 17:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Pierce, GG, and TJ of Philadelphia hardcore band Soul Glo about their punk rock roots, being subversive, loving Prince, smoking weed, and keeping their fans well-nourished. / More about Soul Glo at soulglophl.bandcamp.com See Privacy...1436diy,hardcore,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,punk rock,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,soul glotruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im124-safari-room--52552428gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/Y-6o8bgTUhwxhPmQVYatkxRuOsgebusO8Rv9vlnezrAThu, 26 Jan 2023 15:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Alec Koukol of indie rock band Safari Room about the drive to succeed, panic attacks, church choirs, being a reliable sideman, and how he went from Rascal Flatts to Rage Against The Machine. / More about Safari Room at...1834diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,safari roomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im123-the-love-in--51096354
/ Music by The Love-In "Never Be Happy", "Spotlight Starlet", "Want You For Your Body", "Elio"

/ More about The Love-In at thelovein.band

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/2jdTadCmtjp7BQT357hXE6g1onx3Ywqzd14w8n2IAWoWed, 31 Aug 2022 18:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Nashville-based indie band The Love-In about about living together, recovering from the death of their bandmate, opening for Bleachers, and eating all the cheese. / Music by The Love-In "Never Be Happy", "Spotlight Starlet", "Want You...
/ Music by The Love-In "Never Be Happy", "Spotlight Starlet", "Want You For Your Body", "Elio"

/ More about The Love-In at thelovein.band

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1666diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the love-infalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im122-nothing-more--50573851
/ Music by Nothing More "Turn It Up Like (Stand In The Fire)", "This Is The Time (Ballast)", "Tired Of Winning", "Spirits"

/ More about Nothing More at nothingmore.net

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/ Music by Nothing More "Turn It Up Like (Stand In The Fire)", "This Is The Time (Ballast)", "Tired Of Winning", "Spirits"

/ More about Nothing More at nothingmore.net

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1523diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,jonny hawkins,music,nothing more,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im-121-alicia-blue-the-districts--50092157
Plus, Rob Grote of The Districts talks about romantic self-delusion, rolling with the punches, and doing acid with a 74 year-old Vietnam vet.

/ Music by Alicia Blue "Dog Days In L.A.", "Magma", "Saline Waters"

/ Music by The Districts "Outlaw Love", "I Want To Feel It All", "No Blood", "On Our Parting, My Beloved"

/ More about Alicia Blue at aliciablue.com

/ More about The Districts at thedistrictsband.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/ebUHvFhkESGHR3L2FNghcCLVrOugdeU2RwnC2tC8CeMMon, 06 Jun 2022 18:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Nashville singer/songwriter Alicia Blue about leaving L.A., destiny, poetry, and seizing the day. Plus, Rob Grote of The Districts talks about romantic self-delusion, rolling with the punches, and doing acid with a 74 year-old Vietnam...
Plus, Rob Grote of The Districts talks about romantic self-delusion, rolling with the punches, and doing acid with a 74 year-old Vietnam vet.

/ Music by Alicia Blue "Dog Days In L.A.", "Magma", "Saline Waters"

/ Music by The Districts "Outlaw Love", "I Want To Feel It All", "No Blood", "On Our Parting, My Beloved"

/ More about Alicia Blue at aliciablue.com

/ More about The Districts at thedistrictsband.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2246alicia blue,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the districtsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im120-stabbing-westward-kitten-robot-records--49507070
Also -- Ron visits Los Angeles record label Kitten Robot Records and talks with musicians Paul Roessler and Josie Cotton about resilience and running a studio and a label together.

/ Songs featured on the podcast include Josie Cotton "Pussycat Babylon", Paul Roessler "Maker", and Stabbing Westward "Ghost"

/ Find out more about Stabbing Westward at stabbingwestward.com

/ Find out more about Kitten Robot Records at kittenrobot.com

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Also -- Ron visits Los Angeles record label Kitten Robot Records and talks with musicians Paul Roessler and Josie Cotton about resilience and running a studio and a label together.

/ Songs featured on the podcast include Josie Cotton "Pussycat Babylon", Paul Roessler "Maker", and Stabbing Westward "Ghost"

/ Find out more about Stabbing Westward at stabbingwestward.com

/ Find out more about Kitten Robot Records at kittenrobot.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1864diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,interview,josie cotton,kitten robot records,music,paul roessler,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,stabbing westwardfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im119-jess-furman--49152742
/ Songs by Jess Furman featured on the podcast include 'Pink Lemonade' and 'Pony Life'.

/ Find out more about Jess Furman at jessfurman.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/aV4Y-NPHRvUTAobKesDm59xLRuMsjIxso5v01YxcPEUTue, 22 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Los Angeles producer, songwriter and composer Jess Furman about the social impact of her music, writing songs for My Little Pony, how an encounter with Bette Midler got her back on her career path, and reuniting on the beach ten years...
/ Songs by Jess Furman featured on the podcast include 'Pink Lemonade' and 'Pony Life'.

/ Find out more about Jess Furman at jessfurman.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1750diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im118-caroline-kingsbury--48898444
/ Songs by Caroline Kingsbury featured on the podcast include 'Kissing Someone Else' and 'Strawberry Sheets'.

/ Find out more about Caroline Kingsbury at carolinekingsbury.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/tY4xtXJdzXuzuXQ2qjXdDEPRiZFEzba_Xfe0InbTlaYMon, 28 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000Ron ScalzoRon talks with Los Angeles indie pop artist Caroline Kingsbury about coming out as queer, breakup songs, synthesizers, dealing with grief, The Killers, and Katz’s Delicatessen. / Songs by Caroline Kingsbury featured on the podcast include 'Kissing...
/ Songs by Caroline Kingsbury featured on the podcast include 'Kissing Someone Else' and 'Strawberry Sheets'.

/ Find out more about Caroline Kingsbury at carolinekingsbury.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2501caroline kingsbury,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie pop,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im117-illiterate-light--48474335
/ Songs by Illiterate Light featured on the podcast include 'Better Than I Used To' and 'Caroline Lorelei'.

/ Find out more about Illiterate Light at illiteratelight.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/WlQ8kfQg11adhHajFLasvuW0ffkMMCoEp8UwsWvPyXoThu, 27 Jan 2022 21:30:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 117 - Ron interviews Jeff Gorman and Jake Cochran of indie rock duo Illiterate Light about their unique live setup, playful music videos, Jake’s interesting fashion choices, and stretching musical boundaries. / Songs by Illiterate Light...
/ Songs by Illiterate Light featured on the podcast include 'Better Than I Used To' and 'Caroline Lorelei'.

/ Find out more about Illiterate Light at illiteratelight.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2331diy,illiterate light,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im116-hope-blanchard--48110326
/ Songs by Hope Blanchard featured on the podcast include 'Young and on Fire' and 'Daddy's Issues'.

/ Find out more about Hope Blanchard at hopeblanchard.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/gPJAnuylYViJNQ3-LHAovgLh2SSte2qQSPfIJCKeUGYThu, 30 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 116 - Ron interviews indie pop country artist Hope Blanchard and her producer/husband Mitch about their love story, balancing their marriage and Hope’s music career, and living in a van together. / Songs by Hope Blanchard featured on the...
/ Songs by Hope Blanchard featured on the podcast include 'Young and on Fire' and 'Daddy's Issues'.

/ Find out more about Hope Blanchard at hopeblanchard.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2324diy,hope blanchard,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im115-middle-kids--47545944
/ Also -- Ron welcomes a new sponsor and sells out.

/ Songs by Middle Kids featured on the podcast include 'Questions' and 'Stacking Chairs'.

/ Find out more about Middle Kids at middlekidsmusic.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8uh6AbSAxkoXKZvzQWu80j0qAvYG3Cur0QyZTLylbSAThu, 18 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 115 - Ron interviews Hannah Joy of Sydney, Australia indie rock band Middle Kids about motherhood, classical piano, marrying a bandmate, and Waffle House. / Also -- Ron welcomes a new sponsor and sells out. / Songs by Middle Kids featured on...
/ Also -- Ron welcomes a new sponsor and sells out.

/ Songs by Middle Kids featured on the podcast include 'Questions' and 'Stacking Chairs'.

/ Find out more about Middle Kids at middlekidsmusic.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>1777australia,diy,hannah joy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,middle kids,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im114-liily--47150938
/ Also -- after 18 months apart -- Ron and the podcast get back together.

/ Songs by Liily featured on the podcast include 'Early Bopper' and 'Anvil'.

/ Find out more about Liily at liilytheband.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/0vHwB4VA6S9CfxosgMPWqfwggBnA7Vpf4VRQbAFGwgEMon, 25 Oct 2021 21:20:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 114 - Ron interviews Dylan Nash of Los Angeles alternative rock band Liily about mental health, missing teeth, signing a record deal, and the career arc of Sylvester Stallone. / Also -- after 18 months apart -- Ron and the podcast get back...
/ Also -- after 18 months apart -- Ron and the podcast get back together.

/ Songs by Liily featured on the podcast include 'Early Bopper' and 'Anvil'.

/ Find out more about Liily at liilytheband.com

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.]]>2460diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzotruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im113-takoma-radio--25002269
/ Also, did Ron have the coronavirus?

/ Songs featured on the podcast include Bill Withers 'Who Is He (And What Is He To You)?' and John Prine 'When I Get To Heaven'.

/ Find out more about Takoma Radio at takomaradio.org]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/iJ0lmK1ol9cTqr5IL1vFQrrGF0od4Nd3AwDWlIwiJr8Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 113 - Ron interviews Marika Partridge, Steve Hoffman, and The Night Nurse about their contributions to a community radio station, WOWD Takoma Radio in Takoma Park, Maryland. / Also, did Ron have the coronavirus? / Songs featured on the...
/ Also, did Ron have the coronavirus?

/ Songs featured on the podcast include Bill Withers 'Who Is He (And What Is He To You)?' and John Prine 'When I Get To Heaven'.

/ Find out more about Takoma Radio at takomaradio.org]]>1981community radio,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,marika partridge,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,takoma radiofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im112-g-love--22516894
/ Ron also rants about The Grammys.

/ Songs by G. Love and Special Sauce featured on the podcast include 'Soul-B-Que' and 'Fix Your Face'.

/ Find out more about G. Love at philadelphonic.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/Yr_SzYV-XXl20YP8d6s_2wkwIwbBAdM5xFU-EqbfIeMFri, 07 Feb 2020 14:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 112 - Ron interviews Philadelphia indie music icon G. Love about The Juice, power naps, politics, Brooklyn accents, beards, Brushfire Records, being hazed by Keb' Mo'. / Ron also rants about The Grammys. / Songs by G. Love and Special Sauce...
/ Ron also rants about The Grammys.

/ Songs by G. Love and Special Sauce featured on the podcast include 'Soul-B-Que' and 'Fix Your Face'.

/ Find out more about G. Love at philadelphonic.com]]>2537diy,g. love,g. love & special sauce,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,keb mo,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im111-mock-identity--21949426
/ Ron also rants about 'Best Of' Lists, Taron Egerton, and Whitney Houston in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

/ Songs by Mock Identity featured on the podcast include 'Where You Live' and 'Scam Likely'.

/ Find out more about Mock Identity at mockidentity.bandcamp.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8kIxbJCGRJ4QhZCZj_WyIESuK8usQOkzM4JYqML0NgAWed, 22 Jan 2020 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 111 - Ron interviews Josh Hoffman, bass player in Washington DC indie rock band Mock Identity, about Rhizome DC, Iowa punk rock, being a musical ambassador, playing the euphonium. / Ron also rants about 'Best Of' Lists, Taron Egerton, and...
/ Ron also rants about 'Best Of' Lists, Taron Egerton, and Whitney Houston in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

/ Songs by Mock Identity featured on the podcast include 'Where You Live' and 'Scam Likely'.

/ Find out more about Mock Identity at mockidentity.bandcamp.com]]>1992diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,josh hoffman,mock identity,music,rhizome dc,rock and roll hall of fame,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,taron egerton,whitney houstonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im110-the-bouncing-souls--21260422
/ Songs by The Bouncing Souls featured on the podcast include 'Lamar Vannoy' and 'Crucial Moments'.

/ Find out more about The Bouncing Souls at bouncingsouls.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8OQmM8cnkFKmCNAwwWxUrxpq58N3pL9Qa9x2kd_0J_MWed, 01 Jan 2020 21:47:38 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 110 features Greg Attonito, vocalist in New Jersey punk rock band The Bouncing Souls. Greg talks about fatherhood, going vegetarian, the 1980s, Bruce Springsteen, and 30 years of The Bouncing Souls. / Songs by The Bouncing Souls featured on...
/ Songs by The Bouncing Souls featured on the podcast include 'Lamar Vannoy' and 'Crucial Moments'.

/ Find out more about The Bouncing Souls at bouncingsouls.com]]>2073bouncing souls,diy,greg attonito,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,punk rock,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im109-eric-byrd--20834812
/ Songs by Eric Byrd Trio featured on the podcast include 'Christmas Is Coming/Peppermint Patty' and 'Christmas Time Is Here'.

/ Find out more about Eric Byrd at ericbyrdtrio.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/iOzy4nF10gWavCbkDW5FezMzpWRT6jpCPLhEqSxXzfATue, 17 Dec 2019 21:11:26 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 109 features Washington DC pianist/vocalist Eric Byrd. Eric talks about performing 'A Charlie Brown Christmas', leading a jazz trio, Rage Against The Machine, and why I'm better at piano than I think I am. / Songs by Eric Byrd Trio featured...
/ Songs by Eric Byrd Trio featured on the podcast include 'Christmas Is Coming/Peppermint Patty' and 'Christmas Time Is Here'.

/ Find out more about Eric Byrd at ericbyrdtrio.com]]>2721a charlie brown christmas,charlie brown,christmas music,diy,eric byrd,eric byrd trio,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,jazz,jazz music,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im108-ra-ra-riot--20311355
/ Songs by Ra Ra Riot featured on the podcast include 'Flowers' and 'Belladonna'.

/ Find out more about Ra Ra Riot at rarariot.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/uW4m-c1m5xu2B6dPWiG6pxqZ2ZOGElvL3joomFgzQKcWed, 27 Nov 2019 13:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 108 features Mat Santos, bass player in New York indie rock band Ra Ra Riot. Mat talks about poor tour packing, bonding over U2, making 'Superbloom,' and his bass guitar heroes. / Songs by Ra Ra Riot featured on the podcast include 'Flowers'...
/ Songs by Ra Ra Riot featured on the podcast include 'Flowers' and 'Belladonna'.

/ Find out more about Ra Ra Riot at rarariot.com]]>2368diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,mat santos,music,ra ra riot,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im107-the-trashcan-sinatras--20046175
/ Find out more about The Trashcan Sinatras at trashcansinatras.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/UCjoBMwIdDQXJJzOf4enQ47wTDuX7Swqes69hL-VdUAFri, 15 Nov 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 107 features Scotland indie rock band The Trashcan Sinatras. Paul and John talk about revisiting old songs, shredding, working within limitations, overlooking Radiohead. / Find out more about The Trashcan Sinatras at trashcansinatras.com
/ Find out more about The Trashcan Sinatras at trashcansinatras.com]]>2157diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,trashcan sinatrasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im106-eric-astor--19538326
/ Find out more about Eric and Furnace Record Pressing at furnacemfg.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/_BAKPI2O6wjTHBWFrMemNIPDEtZxXJj4ufJf148Jr8EWed, 16 Oct 2019 17:35:56 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 106 features Eric Astor, founder and CEO of Furnace Record Pressing in Arlington, Virginia. Eric talks about pressing vinyl, connecting with people, making sense of all the record manufacturing madness. / Find out more about Eric and Furnace...
/ Find out more about Eric and Furnace Record Pressing at furnacemfg.com]]>1850diy,eric astor,furnace record pressing,furnace records,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im105-ken-stringfellow--19300993
/ Songs from Ken Stringfellow featured on the podcast include 'Find Yourself Alone' and 'Sparrow'.

/ Find out more about Ken at kenstringfellow.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/rkBrOxElX0-rZ2qt-f6ODvQ3t4gkbTomhfpLju9uItsTue, 01 Oct 2019 01:52:10 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 105 features Ken Stringfellow, singer/songwriter and guitarist in Bellingham, Washington indie rock band The Posies. Ken talks about the Pacific Northwest, love at first sight, why he wants to play in your living room, releasing an album on...
/ Songs from Ken Stringfellow featured on the podcast include 'Find Yourself Alone' and 'Sparrow'.

/ Find out more about Ken at kenstringfellow.com]]>1908diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,ken stringfellow,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the posiesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im104-baroness--19089623
/ Songs from Baroness featured on the podcast include 'Throw Me An Anchor' and 'I'd Do Anything'.

/ Find out more about Baroness at yourbaroness.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/uyveAxppVfCoXqNkVcw33yMIjqoznYK846fNgAS-O8YFri, 13 Sep 2019 11:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 104 features John Baizley of Savannah, Georgia heavy metal band Baroness. John talks about cutoff t-shirts, critical acclaim, giving the fans their money's worth, why he's not comfortable with having his signature on your arm. / Songs from...
/ Songs from Baroness featured on the podcast include 'Throw Me An Anchor' and 'I'd Do Anything'.

/ Find out more about Baroness at yourbaroness.com]]>2612baroness,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,john baizley,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im103-jj-wilde--18950743
/ Songs from JJ Wilde featured on the podcast include 'State of Mind' and 'Gave It All'.

/ Find out more about JJ at jjwilde.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/3_4HMRffANH6NAkEr764fV-1D2C9CmGbguQ-ewL4AvAThu, 29 Aug 2019 16:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 103 features Canadian indie rocker JJ Wilde. JJ talks about why rock isn't dead, tour lessons, leaving the working world behind, and the best burger she ever ate. / Songs from JJ Wilde featured on the podcast include 'State of Mind' and 'Gave...
/ Songs from JJ Wilde featured on the podcast include 'State of Mind' and 'Gave It All'.

/ Find out more about JJ at jjwilde.com]]>2078diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,jj wilde,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im-102-torche--18818134
/ Songs from Torche featured on the podcast include 'Admission' and 'Slide'.

/ Find out more about Torche at torchmusic.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/a2H5x54o7AhrXNJpFbyLrKrJ3lELNKR2n4DbOsqTMKcWed, 14 Aug 2019 19:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 102 features Jonathan Nunez, guitarist in Miami hard rock band Torche. Jon talks about producing Torche's albums, moving air, making his own amps, chasing a feeling, the strum that ruined his life. / Songs from Torche featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Torche featured on the podcast include 'Admission' and 'Slide'.

/ Find out more about Torche at torchmusic.com]]>2812diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,jonathan nunez,jon nunez,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,torchefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im101-fruit-bats--18678293
/ Songs from Fruit Bats featured on the podcast include 'Gold Past Life' and 'A Lingering Love'.

/ Find out more about Fruit Bats at fruitbatsmusic.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/gWLPkiocJiYZSWNZp-wAoamIBUqjaLgglDrXZKFMvZMTue, 30 Jul 2019 18:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 101 features Eric D. Johnson, singer and guitarist in indie folk band Fruit Bats. Eric talks about his middle initial, his lost solo album, and the humor in Fruit Bats' music videos. / Songs from Fruit Bats featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Fruit Bats featured on the podcast include 'Gold Past Life' and 'A Lingering Love'.

/ Find out more about Fruit Bats at fruitbatsmusic.com]]>2020diy,eric d johnson,fruit bats,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,merge records,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im-100-bob-boilen--18553025
/ Songs from Danger Painters featured on the podcast include 'Wonder' and 'Time Spent'.

/ Find out more about Bob at bobboilen.info]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/LGut1jdPSSuROYxIcqX8lJpcHh0QGeykfR-LcDITsdcMon, 15 Jul 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 100 features Bob Boilen, creator and host of NPR's All Songs Considered and Tiny Desk concerts, and musician in experimental rock act Danger Painters. Bob talks about the DC music scene, thunderstorms, tiny desks, concert photography, the...
/ Songs from Danger Painters featured on the podcast include 'Wonder' and 'Time Spent'.

/ Find out more about Bob at bobboilen.info]]>3132all songs considered,bob boilen,danger painters,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,npr,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,tiny deskfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im99-fury--18408866
/ Songs from Fury featured on the podcast include 'Angels Over Berlin' and 'Crazy Horses Run Free'.

/ Find out more about Fury at runforcoverrecords.com/artists/fury]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/TEadl-4H_mDc3PImLnYCY7pajVOcE1t1k7zzyVEw41MFri, 28 Jun 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 99 features Jeremy Stith, vocalist in Orange County, California hardcore band Fury. Jeremy talks about failed entertainment, Weird Al, not being on social media, being a better boyfriend, and getting duped into singing for Fury. / Songs from...
/ Songs from Fury featured on the podcast include 'Angels Over Berlin' and 'Crazy Horses Run Free'.

/ Find out more about Fury at runforcoverrecords.com/artists/fury]]>2036diy,fury,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,jeremy stith,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,run for coverfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im98-sinkane--18299807
/ Songs from Sinkane featured on the podcast include 'Everybody' and 'Dépaysé'.

/ Find out more about Sinkane at sinkane.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/sMwBqhKswmAD12pJIUcBQ9ZYdvNMJrgmcp5kNPXVV9UMon, 17 Jun 2019 19:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 98 features Sudanese-American indie musician Sinkane. Ahmed talks about getting sober, taking center stage, fancy hats, and the quest for delicious food. / Songs from Sinkane featured on the podcast include 'Everybody' and 'Dépaysé'. / Find...
/ Songs from Sinkane featured on the podcast include 'Everybody' and 'Dépaysé'.

/ Find out more about Sinkane at sinkane.com]]>2095ahmed gallab,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,sinkanefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im97-dub-trio--18032589
/ Songs from Dub Trio featured on the podcast include 'Bad Comrade' and 'World Of Inconvenience'.

/ Find out more about Dub Trio at dubtrio.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/edB2Kqj3XeHW2dfxjYWKkNf2zDpZ7IoYFc6y7RwFs0MTue, 21 May 2019 11:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 97 features Brooklyn dub rock heavyweights Dub Trio. Stu, Joe and Dave talk about reuniting, vintage drums, being 66.66% Canadian, and The Shape Of Dub To Come. / Songs from Dub Trio featured on the podcast include 'Bad Comrade' and 'World Of...
/ Songs from Dub Trio featured on the podcast include 'Bad Comrade' and 'World Of Inconvenience'.

/ Find out more about Dub Trio at dubtrio.com]]>1605diy,dp holmes,dub trio,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,joe tomino,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,stu brooksfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im96-frances-cone--17777407
/ Songs from Frances Cone featured on the podcast include 'Wide Awake' and 'Arizona'.

/ Find out more about Frances Cone at francesconemusic.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/8cekbOlYQR4abvOqQGLbunH3PXNPjwn0IqL-INVJN90Mon, 29 Apr 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 96 features Christina Cone of Nashville-based indie pop band Frances Cone. Christina talks about sound checks, patience, Brooklyn, marrying her band mate, and being called Frances. / Songs from Frances Cone featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Frances Cone featured on the podcast include 'Wide Awake' and 'Arizona'.

/ Find out more about Frances Cone at francesconemusic.com]]>1785christina cone,diy,frances cone,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im95-failure--17646212
/ Songs from Failure featured on the podcast include 'No One Left' and 'Dark Speed'.

/ Find out more about Failure at failureband.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/9SjUoFaRF25TcbXwHdOB_o2_UuJEMp8ToAm7o8aEmAcMon, 15 Apr 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 95 features Ken Andrews of Los Angeles alternative rock band Failure. Ken talks about comebacks, The Cure, college radio, frogs, Nirvana, hating on hair metal. / Songs from Failure featured on the podcast include 'No One Left' and 'Dark...
/ Songs from Failure featured on the podcast include 'No One Left' and 'Dark Speed'.

/ Find out more about Failure at failureband.com]]>2039diy,failure,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,ken andrews,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im94-theodore--17463077
/ Songs from Theodore featured on the podcast include 'Disorientation' and 'Towards'.

/ Find out more about Theodore at theodore-music.com]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/lvr9Lgby4msr1PhtkSY2NxRY0l0THxBYN3DtwboHGoQThu, 28 Mar 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 94 features Greek songwriter and composer Theodore. Theodore talks about getting lost, taking risks, Buster Keaton, The Doors, multiple orgasms. / Songs from Theodore featured on the podcast include 'Disorientation' and 'Towards'. / Find out...
/ Songs from Theodore featured on the podcast include 'Disorientation' and 'Towards'.

/ Find out more about Theodore at theodore-music.com]]>2543diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,theodorefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im93-citizen-cope--17319570
/ Songs from Citizen Cope featured on the podcast include 'Justice' and 'The River'.

/ Find out more about Citizen Cope at citizencope.com

/ Follow Citizen Cope online @citizencope]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/oCOrDVyOMvWYW_c0ODRkiCy7L-IPnqyGKUw8tylHsvwThu, 14 Mar 2019 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 93 features trailblazing independent artist Citizen Cope. Clarence talks about enlightenment, scalping tickets, Beastie Boys, growing a team, and being a Dad. / Songs from Citizen Cope featured on the podcast include 'Justice' and 'The...
/ Songs from Citizen Cope featured on the podcast include 'Justice' and 'The River'.

/ Find out more about Citizen Cope at citizencope.com

/ Follow Citizen Cope online @citizencope]]>2186citizen cope,clarence greenwood,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im92-brothertiger--17189003
/ Songs from Brothertiger featured on the podcast include 'Shallow' and 'Head Over Heels'.

/ Find out more about Brothertiger at brothertiger.net

/ Follow Brothertiger online @brothertiger]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/bt5cx7AJqDiw3inxpaDaA7R7Kc4ctM7biUtIKghkKc8Fri, 01 Mar 2019 02:59:32 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 92 features John Jagos of Brooklyn electronic project Brothertiger. John talks about Tears For Fears, The Jungle Book, The Toledo Mud Hens, playing in a teapot, and making depressing tropical music. / Songs from Brothertiger featured on the...
/ Songs from Brothertiger featured on the podcast include 'Shallow' and 'Head Over Heels'.

/ Find out more about Brothertiger at brothertiger.net

/ Follow Brothertiger online @brothertiger]]>1920brothertiger,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,john jagos,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im91-social-station--17045876
/ Songs from Social Station featured on the podcast include 'Try (Cross My Heart)' and 'Awfully Pretty'.

/ Find out more about Social Station at socialstation.com

/ Follow Social Station on Twitter @SocialStationDC]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/ECcEanujLmWZN6qbvAKluCmL1S-zSR1JXvCSp0gqBiQThu, 14 Feb 2019 20:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 91 features Paul Todd of Washington DC post-punk act Social Station. Paul talks about feeding his passion, our Brooklyn high school band, Italian sweatshirts, leather pants, and recruiting his teenage son to be in the band. / Songs from...
/ Songs from Social Station featured on the podcast include 'Try (Cross My Heart)' and 'Awfully Pretty'.

/ Find out more about Social Station at socialstation.com

/ Follow Social Station on Twitter @SocialStationDC]]>1707diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im90-astronoid--16931174
/ Songs from Astronoid featured on the podcast include 'A New Color' and 'I Dream In Lines'.

/ Find out more about Astronoid at astronoidband.com

/ Follow Astronoid on Twitter @astronoid]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/uSHmPsbjA-fjb-ycKemJDjDddi4Gwl5zyFh6QkltLocThu, 31 Jan 2019 12:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 90 features Brett Boland, singer & guitarist in Boston dream thrash band Astronoid. Brett talks about dream pop love, bands with too many albums, mid-tempo Metallica, the entire history of Prong. / Songs from Astronoid featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Astronoid featured on the podcast include 'A New Color' and 'I Dream In Lines'.

/ Find out more about Astronoid at astronoidband.com

/ Follow Astronoid on Twitter @astronoid]]>1719astronoid,brett boland,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im89-devotchka--16931175
/ Songs from DeVotchKa featured on the podcast include 'Straight Shot' and 'Empty Vessels'.

/ Find out more about DeVotchKa at devotchka.net

/ Follow DeVotchKa on Twitter @devotchkamusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/qdRidnbXgCI-ob5_j7zFYbJeXjQEMj1ujENQcvYtlRATue, 15 Jan 2019 20:44:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 89 features Nick Urata, singer, guitarist and founding member of gypsy rock band DeVotchKa. Nick talks about dedication, Little Miss Sunshine, underwater villages, vintage suits, leaving dogs behind, and losing a Grammy to Johnny Cash. /...
/ Songs from DeVotchKa featured on the podcast include 'Straight Shot' and 'Empty Vessels'.

/ Find out more about DeVotchKa at devotchka.net

/ Follow DeVotchKa on Twitter @devotchkamusic]]>1860devotchka,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,nick urata,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im88-rebecca-haviland-and-whiskey-heart--16931176
/ Songs from Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart featured on the podcast include '57 Chevy' and 'Slipped Tripped And Fell In Love'.

/ Find out more about Rebecca at rebeccahaviland.com

/ Follow Rebecca on Twitter @rebeccahaviland]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/jVKYVSUTr6Qswoq3GzsntPPZ-RG0pHwY-P-zXzUslP0Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:22:45 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 88 features New York Americana band Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart. Rebecca and Chris talk about bright city lights, love connections, self-promotion, musical families, and going all-in.  / Songs from Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart...
/ Songs from Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart featured on the podcast include '57 Chevy' and 'Slipped Tripped And Fell In Love'.

/ Find out more about Rebecca at rebeccahaviland.com

/ Follow Rebecca on Twitter @rebeccahaviland]]>2073chris anderson,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,rebecca haviland,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im87-lissie--16931177
/ Songs from Lissie featured on the podcast include 'Best Days' and 'Peace On Earth'.

/ Find out more about Lissie at lissie.com

/ Follow Lissie on Twitter @lissiemusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/wHldCGIsYHLrQ-VUVzqclkuSUBMuqyffRpk3YH45evoWed, 12 Dec 2018 12:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 87 features Rock Island, Illinois singer/songwriter Lissie. Lissie talks about leaving L.A., Little Orphan Annie, Stairway To Heaven, getting arrested, and baling hay in Iowa. / Songs from Lissie featured on the podcast include 'Best Days'...
/ Songs from Lissie featured on the podcast include 'Best Days' and 'Peace On Earth'.

/ Find out more about Lissie at lissie.com

/ Follow Lissie on Twitter @lissiemusic]]>2081diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,lissie,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im86-black-joe-lewis--16931178
/ Songs from Black Joe Lewis featured on the podcast include 'Face in the Scene' and 'Nothing but a Cliche'.

/ Find out more about Black Joe Lewis at blackjoelewis.com

/ Follow Black Joe Lewis on Twitter @blackjoelewis]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/K_MOAgtQKk3qAhrN97mxE71OxmPy8IcuoWqxUd6a1c4Wed, 28 Nov 2018 20:35:24 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 86 features Austin, Texas blues rock guitarist Black Joe Lewis. Black Joe talks about half-price oysters, Comic Book Guy, homemade bongs, the Dallas Cowboys, and life with The Honeybears. / Songs from Black Joe Lewis featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Black Joe Lewis featured on the podcast include 'Face in the Scene' and 'Nothing but a Cliche'.

/ Find out more about Black Joe Lewis at blackjoelewis.com

/ Follow Black Joe Lewis on Twitter @blackjoelewis]]>1664black joe lewis,diy,honeybears,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im85-our-lady-peace--16931180
/ Songs from Our Lady Peace featured on the podcast include 'Head Down' and 'Drop Me In The Water'.

/ Find out more about Our Lady Peace at ourladypeace.com

/ Follow Our Lady Peace on Twitter @OurLadyPeace]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/z7sa3xOXLQf89YirTs-VtxebXUmgUpKdEY8EHGDwgZcWed, 14 Nov 2018 12:15:35 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 85 features Raine Maida, vocalist of Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace. Raine talks about the band's 25 year existence, changing his name, collaborating with his wife, and his rock n' roll love story. / Songs from Our Lady Peace featured on...
/ Songs from Our Lady Peace featured on the podcast include 'Head Down' and 'Drop Me In The Water'.

/ Find out more about Our Lady Peace at ourladypeace.com

/ Follow Our Lady Peace on Twitter @OurLadyPeace]]>2197diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,our lady peace,raine maida,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im84-steven-page--16931182
/ Songs from Steven Page featured on the podcast include 'White Noise' and 'Looking For The Light'.

/ Find out more about Steven at stevenpage.com

/ Follow Steven on Twitter @stevenpage]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/Z3lcZ0CBdfXRV-TmZ7rsrol-EpbCbJtjWY-KRfA1CH8Tue, 30 Oct 2018 21:38:34 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 84 features Canadian singer/songwriter Steven Page. Steven talks about his potty mouth, Elvis Costello, epic album covers, his talented sons, and life after Barenaked Ladies. / Songs from Steven Page featured on the podcast include 'White...
/ Songs from Steven Page featured on the podcast include 'White Noise' and 'Looking For The Light'.

/ Find out more about Steven at stevenpage.com

/ Follow Steven on Twitter @stevenpage]]>2634diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im83-local-h--16931179
/ Songs from Local H featured on the podcast include 'Innocents' and 'All The Kids Are Right'.

/ Find out more about Local H at localh.com

/ Follow Local H on Twitter @LocalH]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/nZ5xxfBAReHDEuQnWm5I3hYgt9f0bgT0hrkUaXdUhVESun, 14 Oct 2018 13:27:28 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 83 features Scott Lucas, guitarist/vocalist of Zion, Illinois alternative rock band Local H. Scott talks about his 'Pack Up The Cats' tour, two-piece bands, opening for Metallica, and texting actor Michael Shannon to star in his music video....
/ Songs from Local H featured on the podcast include 'Innocents' and 'All The Kids Are Right'.

/ Find out more about Local H at localh.com

/ Follow Local H on Twitter @LocalH]]>1846diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,local h,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,scott lucasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im82-michael-rault--16931181
/ Songs from Michael Rault featured on the podcast include 'I'll Be There' and 'Sleep With Me'.

/ Find out more about Michael Rault at michaelrault.com

/ Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelRault]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/5M6gWmZQELOhxdSaI_uJToHMv8XNj5wV2T9cDtwRUtoThu, 27 Sep 2018 09:11:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 82 features Montreal, Canada singer/songwriter Michael Rault. Michael talks about his new album, It's A New Day Tonight, Daptone Records, his "retro" sound, Harry Nilsson, and not being fancy enough for Williamsburg. / Songs from Michael...
/ Songs from Michael Rault featured on the podcast include 'I'll Be There' and 'Sleep With Me'.

/ Find out more about Michael Rault at michaelrault.com

/ Follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelRault]]>2146daptone records,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,michael rault,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im81-cake--16931186
/ Songs from CAKE featured on the podcast include 'Sinking Ship' and 'Sick Of You'.

/ Find out more about CAKE at cakemusic.com

/ Follow CAKE on Twitter @CAKEMUSIC]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/82HdgFz-06AKecRKQWinZ8MiNVpGRkqKqT_1VyPlvfMFri, 07 Sep 2018 11:44:45 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 81 features John McCrea, founding member and singer of Sacramento alternative rock band CAKE. John talks about Neanderthals, 'No Pizza' riders, Rush, song scavenging, giving away trees, and how to fix the broken music industry. / Songs from...
/ Songs from CAKE featured on the podcast include 'Sinking Ship' and 'Sick Of You'.

/ Find out more about CAKE at cakemusic.com

/ Follow CAKE on Twitter @CAKEMUSIC]]>2655cake,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,john mccrea,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im80-toad-the-wet-sprocket--16931185
/ Songs from Toad the Wet Sprocket featured on the podcast include 'New Constellation' and 'All I Want'.

/ Find out more about Toad the Wet Sprocket at toadthewetsprocket.com

/ Follow Toad the Wet Sprocket on Twitter @toadthewetsprocket]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/DiZ5OY8ecGgbBy9kd_-NplL5DR3ScU0XH0J-COSfTgoWed, 22 Aug 2018 02:47:37 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 80 features Dean Dinning, founding member and bass player of Santa Barbara alternative rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket. Dean talks about the band’s long history, rejecting pop songs, building a community, and jamming with Steve Perry. / Songs...
/ Songs from Toad the Wet Sprocket featured on the podcast include 'New Constellation' and 'All I Want'.

/ Find out more about Toad the Wet Sprocket at toadthewetsprocket.com

/ Follow Toad the Wet Sprocket on Twitter @toadthewetsprocket]]>2526dean dinning,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,toad the wet sprocketfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im79-the-last-internationale--16931187
/ Songs from The Last Internationale featured on the podcast include 'Hard Times' and 'Soul On Fire'.

/ Find out more about The Last Internationale at tlinyc.com

/ Follow The Last Internationale on Twitter @TLImusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/gSbkv0Za4PPsnwHStqs-w43jgveNyKj1t2GJECjdD9wFri, 06 Jul 2018 19:51:34 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 79 features Delila Paz, lead singer of New York City rock band The Last Internationale. Delila talks about the band’s forthcoming album, Soul On Fire, going indie after a major label deal, existential crises, music therapy, and changing the...
/ Songs from The Last Internationale featured on the podcast include 'Hard Times' and 'Soul On Fire'.

/ Find out more about The Last Internationale at tlinyc.com

/ Follow The Last Internationale on Twitter @TLImusic]]>2712delila paz,diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the last internationalefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im78-blue-october--16931184
/ Songs from Blue October featured on the podcast include 'I Hope You're Happy' and 'Into The Ocean'.

/ Find out more about Blue October at blueoctober.com

/ Follow Blue October on Twitter @blueoctober]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/4fqa7UzBjseadXGc5pPOH6py3AXkoe66mZ73cOUeZOQTue, 12 Jun 2018 14:42:45 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 78 features Justin Furstenfeld, lead singer and guitarist of Houston alternative rock band Blue October. Justin talks about producing the new album, starting his own label, getting sober, meeting his wife, and second chances. / Songs from...
/ Songs from Blue October featured on the podcast include 'I Hope You're Happy' and 'Into The Ocean'.

/ Find out more about Blue October at blueoctober.com

/ Follow Blue October on Twitter @blueoctober]]>3125blue october,diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,justin furstenfeld,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im77-the-parlor--16931188
/ Songs from The Parlor featured on the podcast include 'In' and 'You'.

/ Find out more about The Parlor at theparlormusic.com

/ Follow The Parlor on Twitter @theparlormusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/aYTQgQwA_9-zOhIu2sKyELdS1wx-UoNvn3P5iItYKxsThu, 24 May 2018 14:53:35 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 77 features Altamont indie pop duo The Parlor. Jen and Eric talk about their new album, Kiku, mysticism, meeting in an elevator, running the family farm, and facing grief. / Songs from The Parlor featured on the podcast include 'In' and...
/ Songs from The Parlor featured on the podcast include 'In' and 'You'.

/ Find out more about The Parlor at theparlormusic.com

/ Follow The Parlor on Twitter @theparlormusic]]>3230diy,elvis duran,fivekill records,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the parlorfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im76-ed-schrader-s-music-beat--16931189
/ Songs from Ed Schrader's Music Beat featured on the podcast include 'Riddles' and 'Tom'.

/ Find out more about Ed Schrader's Music Beat at edschradersmusicbeat.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Ed Schrader's Music Beat on Twitter @ed_schrader]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/A0jxrrHcxjkfXyMf2keeDRfUP-rViRr6MszGm5sZCCcThu, 10 May 2018 16:45:25 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 76 features Baltimore indie rock duo Ed Schrader's Music Beat. Devlin and Ed talk about facing the music, Billy Joel, The Buffalo Bills, mooching off Dan Deacon, and making the album their hearts wanted to make. / Songs from Ed Schrader's...
/ Songs from Ed Schrader's Music Beat featured on the podcast include 'Riddles' and 'Tom'.

/ Find out more about Ed Schrader's Music Beat at edschradersmusicbeat.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Ed Schrader's Music Beat on Twitter @ed_schrader]]>3518carpark records,diy,ed schrader,ed schrader's music beat,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im75-we-are-scientists--16931191
/ Songs from We Are Scientists featured on the podcast include 'Your Light Has Changed' and 'Not Another Word'.

/ Find out more about We Are Scientists at wearescientists.com

/ Follow We Are Scientists on Twitter @wearescientists]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/HGf4EpCw9TjX55zUTRyGlY3cAJQGH8Zk2yDsy5DGYicMon, 30 Apr 2018 14:26:36 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 75 features New York City indie rock band We Are Scientists. Keith and Chris talk about their new album, Megaplex, label hopping, Letterman, cats, Walkmen, and fruit leather jackets. / Songs from We Are Scientists featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from We Are Scientists featured on the podcast include 'Your Light Has Changed' and 'Not Another Word'.

/ Find out more about We Are Scientists at wearescientists.com

/ Follow We Are Scientists on Twitter @wearescientists]]>2361diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,we are scientistsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im74-mike-doughty--16931190
/ Songs from Mike Doughty featured on the podcast include 'I Can't Believe I Found You In that Town' and 'Wait! You'll Find A Better Way'.

/ Find out more about Mike Doughty at mikedoughty.com

/ Follow Mike on Twitter @Mike_Doughty_]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/preCll3BmnOvyNmAIEsOjSoRo6Yn0AezKD6WuB51GBAThu, 19 Apr 2018 14:52:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 74 features Memphis singer/songwriter and author Mike Doughty. Mike talks about his artistic roots in New York City, crowdfunding, writing a book, rock operas, and the "dark days" of Soul Coughing. / Songs from Mike Doughty featured on the...
/ Songs from Mike Doughty featured on the podcast include 'I Can't Believe I Found You In that Town' and 'Wait! You'll Find A Better Way'.

/ Find out more about Mike Doughty at mikedoughty.com

/ Follow Mike on Twitter @Mike_Doughty_]]>2925diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,mike doughty,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,soul coughingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im73-longwave--16931195
/ Songs from Longwave featured on the podcast include 'There's A Fire' and 'Sideways Sideways Rain'.

/ Find out more about Longwave at longwavetheband.com

/ Follow Longwave on Twitter @Longwavetheband]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/uws1CeWQFFArHhC3pWzx5ywTh4IUAhZdqUH-j2LAABsMon, 09 Apr 2018 20:20:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 73 features New York City rock band Longwave. Steve, Christian and Jason talk about the band's start in NYC, the end of their 'indefinite hiatus,' and their long-awaited comeback. / Songs from Longwave featured on the podcast include 'There's...
/ Songs from Longwave featured on the podcast include 'There's A Fire' and 'Sideways Sideways Rain'.

/ Find out more about Longwave at longwavetheband.com

/ Follow Longwave on Twitter @Longwavetheband]]>3143diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im72-the-nectars--16931193
/ Songs from The Nectars featured on the podcast include 'I Want It' and 'Heaven'.

/ Find out more about The Nectars at thenectarsmusic.com

/ Follow The Nectars on Twitter @TheNectarsMusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/FdW5nI5fDKyDl6CYsx-v4z9kVsCay5i0q838aJBNMbgTue, 27 Mar 2018 23:53:33 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 72 features New Jersey punk rock band The Nectars. Baron and Jessica talk about Dirty Jerz, toxic situations, being a 'weed band', and demanding sex. / Songs from The Nectars featured on the podcast include 'I Want It' and 'Heaven'. / Find...
/ Songs from The Nectars featured on the podcast include 'I Want It' and 'Heaven'.

/ Find out more about The Nectars at thenectarsmusic.com

/ Follow The Nectars on Twitter @TheNectarsMusic]]>1706diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the nectarsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im71-the-districts--16931192
/ Songs from The Districts featured on the podcast include 'Violet' and 'Salt'.

/ Find out more about The Districts at thedistrictsband.com

/ Follow The Districts on Twitter @TheDistrictsPa]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/6HFx-F5RZgFot8N1i7PLIk9sVpwfavlm8SjYfFIDHzUSun, 18 Mar 2018 17:21:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 71 features Philadelphia indie rock band The Districts. Rob, Braden, Connor and Pat talk about their latest album, Popular Manipulations, signing with Fat Possum Records, cuddling on the road, and Pat's man crush on The Beatles. / Songs from...
/ Songs from The Districts featured on the podcast include 'Violet' and 'Salt'.

/ Find out more about The Districts at thedistrictsband.com

/ Follow The Districts on Twitter @TheDistrictsPa]]>1823districts,diy,elvis duran,fat possum,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im70-mythless--16931194
/ Songs from Mythless featured on the podcast include 'P.O.' and the world premiere of 'Thread Tugging.'

/ Find out more about Mythless at mythless.com

/ Follow Mythless on Instagram/Twitter @mythlessmusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/0qSecrqB5jHXA9mJHRaRZ7XGUkc2MPeUCuQMU8elb8QThu, 08 Mar 2018 17:30:30 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 70 features Brooklyn guitarist and visual artist Jason Bartell. Jason talks about Mythless, his new music outlet, his time in influential indie rock band Fang Island, his crush on Toronto, and musical maximalism. / Songs from Mythless...
/ Songs from Mythless featured on the podcast include 'P.O.' and the world premiere of 'Thread Tugging.'

/ Find out more about Mythless at mythless.com

/ Follow Mythless on Instagram/Twitter @mythlessmusic]]>2836diy,elvis duran,fang island,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,jason bartell,music,mythless,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im69-dolly-spartans--16931196
/ Songs from Dolly Spartans featured on the podcast include 'When The Wheels Stopped Moving' and 'I Hear The Dead'.

/ Find out more about Dolly Spartans at dollyspartans.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Dolly Spartans on Twitter @dollyspartans]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/g_ieDmOPmeVGU4f98W6qPHutEuvGUpHFySCljP6LtoQThu, 15 Feb 2018 17:20:27 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 69 features New York City garage rockers Dolly Spartans. Michael and Jesse talk about supporting the ACLU, chasing bread trucks, running into Liam Payne, and dealing with the death of a bandmate. / Songs from Dolly Spartans featured on the...
/ Songs from Dolly Spartans featured on the podcast include 'When The Wheels Stopped Moving' and 'I Hear The Dead'.

/ Find out more about Dolly Spartans at dollyspartans.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Dolly Spartans on Twitter @dollyspartans]]>2628diy,dolly spartans,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,michael eliran,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im68-rob-reiner--16931197
/ Songs featured on the podcast include 'Tonight I'm Gonna Rock You Tonight' by Spinal Tap.

/ Watch the trailer for "LBJ" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBX-SYq3v3c

/ Follow Rob on Twitter @robreiner]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/Ay8eN1TrvREGmUxQ4NpbII7A0dse6MoQX5bWg1Nff5wWed, 07 Feb 2018 17:26:45 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 68 features Rob Reiner, acclaimed director, producer and Emmy Award winning actor. Rob talks about his new political drama "LBJ," working with Woody Harrelson, and meeting his wife on the set of "When Harry Met Sally." / Songs featured on the...
/ Songs featured on the podcast include 'Tonight I'm Gonna Rock You Tonight' by Spinal Tap.

/ Watch the trailer for "LBJ" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBX-SYq3v3c

/ Follow Rob on Twitter @robreiner]]>1127diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,lbj,lyndon johnson,music,rob reiner,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,the princess bride,when harry met sally,woody harrelsonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im67-black-wail-beat-the-system-more--16931199gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/P1Tch5iG8NzwZeG3UfHW-nvT4G9HIyHRAYVy8hJfoOwFri, 19 Jan 2018 23:07:27 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 67 features an independent music mix featuring new songs from Black Wail, The World's Greatest Detective, Baptista, One Hundred Thousand, and Beat The System. Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic2084baptista,beat the system,black wail,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,one hundred thousand,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,world's greatest detectivefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im66-scott-ian--16931198
/ Songs from Anthrax featured on the podcast include 'In My World.'

/ Find out more about Scott Ian at scott-ian.com

/ Follow Scott on Twitter @Scott_Ian]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/oGNyksU9Sns2yc5MBYLTZuXHltZvDJzx8fzugTxooEQThu, 21 Dec 2017 22:30:34 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 66 features Scott Ian, rhythm guitarist and founding member of New York thrash metal legends Anthrax. Scott talks about his new tell-all book, Access All Areas, giving zero f**ks about being bald, worshiping KISS, and eating meat loaf with...
/ Songs from Anthrax featured on the podcast include 'In My World.'

/ Find out more about Scott Ian at scott-ian.com

/ Follow Scott on Twitter @Scott_Ian]]>1194anthrax,books,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,scott ianfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im65-ron-scalzo--16931200
/ Songs from Ron Scalzo featured on the podcast include 'I Gotta Rock' and 'White Knights'.

/ Find out more about Ron Scalzo at baldfreak.com

/ Follow Ron on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/l_52FyVvN_Ez2stg41YsKxByQY0fkkXgVf4bocGXhaASun, 10 Dec 2017 19:44:58 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 65 features New York City singer/songwriter Ron Scalzo. Guest host Andrew Magnotta from the band One Hundred Thousand talks to me about my new album, I Gotta Rock, how to host a podcast, and songs about doin' it. / Songs from Ron Scalzo...
/ Songs from Ron Scalzo featured on the podcast include 'I Gotta Rock' and 'White Knights'.

/ Find out more about Ron Scalzo at baldfreak.com

/ Follow Ron on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic]]>2699andrew magnotta,diy,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im64-noah-gundersen--16931202
/ Songs from Noah Gundersen featured on the podcast include 'The Sound' and an acoustic in-studio performance of 'Bad Desire'.

/ Find out more about Noah Gundersen at noahgundersenmusic.com

/ Follow Noah on Twitter @noahgundersen]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/lKH75TJj-tmZqoJPRo-We53dRneIDa7vpLDSo8_fmrYMon, 13 Nov 2017 22:46:02 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 64 features Seattle indie rocker Noah Gundersen. Noah talks about his new album, White Noise, having confidence, making music with his sister, and the advantages of not having a backup plan. / Songs from Noah Gundersen featured on the podcast...
/ Songs from Noah Gundersen featured on the podcast include 'The Sound' and an acoustic in-studio performance of 'Bad Desire'.

/ Find out more about Noah Gundersen at noahgundersenmusic.com

/ Follow Noah on Twitter @noahgundersen]]>2050cooking vinyl,diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,noah gundersen,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im63-spotlights--16931205
/ Songs from Spotlights featured on the podcast include 'Learn To Breathe' and 'The Opening'.

/ Find out more about Spotlights at spotlights.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Spotlights on Twitter @Spotlightsband]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/mmG3pyMWGH6LgmZ1O59p4iL9cXBxtr7fz4C5X9XFvFgMon, 30 Oct 2017 18:39:48 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 63 features Brooklyn sludge rock band Spotlights. Mario, Sarah and Chris talk about the new album, Seismic, tales from the road opening for Deftones and Melvins, and their rock n' roll love story. / Songs from Spotlights featured on the...
/ Songs from Spotlights featured on the podcast include 'Learn To Breathe' and 'The Opening'.

/ Find out more about Spotlights at spotlights.bandcamp.com

/ Follow Spotlights on Twitter @Spotlightsband]]>2756deftones,diy,elvis duran,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,ipecac,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,spotlightsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im62-enter-shikari--16931204
Songs from Enter Shikari featured on the podcast include Live Outside and Rabble Rouser.

Find out more about Enter Shikari at entershikari.com

Follow Enter Shikari on Twitter @entershikari]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/72KkpaY0YFxdLrgX20oAEL8ySF202IxQE1T4Xq9rySAWed, 11 Oct 2017 20:44:46 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 62 features Rou Reynolds, vocalist & frontman of UK rock band Enter Shikari. Rou talks about the band's new album, The Spark, panic attacks, the healing power of music, and which is sexier - trumpet or trombone. He also pokes fun at my...
Songs from Enter Shikari featured on the podcast include Live Outside and Rabble Rouser.

Find out more about Enter Shikari at entershikari.com

Follow Enter Shikari on Twitter @entershikari]]>2269diy,elvis duran,enter shikari,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzo,rou reynoldsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im61-fantastic-negrito--16931203
Songs from Fantastic Negrito featured on the podcast include Lost In A Crowd and Push Back.

Find out more about Fantastic Negrito at fantasticnegrito.com

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Songs from Fantastic Negrito featured on the podcast include Lost In A Crowd and Push Back.

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Songs from Dent May featured on the podcast include Across The Multiverse and Picture On A Screen.

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Songs from Dent May featured on the podcast include Across The Multiverse and Picture On A Screen.

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Songs from Gogol Bordello featured on the podcast include Saboteur Blues and an exclusive acoustic performance of Break Into Your Higher Self.

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Songs from Gogol Bordello featured on the podcast include Saboteur Blues and an exclusive acoustic performance of Break Into Your Higher Self.

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Songs from RavenEye featured on the podcast include Hate and Come With Me.

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Follow RavenEye on Twitter @ItsRavenEye]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/9DlNb6UFU3iPUFMOwBZroHteZyHZz-iC_Fr_KQyls_oWed, 26 Jul 2017 14:51:27 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 57 features UK hard rock trio RavenEye. Oli and Adam talk about their new album, Nova, opening for KISS, and interacting with their fans. Songs from RavenEye featured on the podcast include Hate and Come With Me. Find out more about RavenEye...
Songs from RavenEye featured on the podcast include Hate and Come With Me.

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Songs from Beach Fossils featured on the podcast include This Year and St. Ivy.

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Songs from Beach Fossils featured on the podcast include This Year and St. Ivy.

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Songs from Otep featured on the podcast include 'Royals' and 'Lie'.

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Songs from Otep featured on the podcast include 'Royals' and 'Lie'.

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Songs from Okilly Dokilly featured on the podcast include 'White Wine Spritzer' and 'Nothing At All'.

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Songs from Okilly Dokilly featured on the podcast include 'White Wine Spritzer' and 'Nothing At All'.

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Songs from Hey Anna featured on the podcast include Don't Talk Stop and Sunny Afternoon.
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Follow Hey Anna on Twitter @heyannamusic]]>gid://art19-episode-locator/V0/16UnlGFVVhvtNsm57-naRDJnVLxPiuV7WYuxIKc6uDcTue, 16 May 2017 19:11:48 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 53 features Brooklyn indie dream pop band Hey Anna. Erin, Katie, Anna, Jamie & Matt talk about the band's recent album, Run Koko, why Anna gets top billing, touring Japan and breaking down in Wyoming. Songs from Hey Anna featured on the...
Songs from Hey Anna featured on the podcast include Don't Talk Stop and Sunny Afternoon.
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Follow Hey Anna on Twitter @heyannamusic]]>2596diy,hey anna,independent minded,indie,indie music,indie rock,music,ronnie scalzo,ron scalzofalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im52-vagabon--16722808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/16722808Fri, 28 Apr 2017 21:14:00 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 52 features critically acclaimed indie punk act Vagabon. Laetitia talks about her new album, Infinite Worlds, her love of Elvis Duran and hardcore music, and teaching herself how to play the drums. Songs from Vagabon featured on the podcast...2064indie,indiemusic,indierock,vagabonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im51-modern-chemistry-again--11626085
Songs from Modern Chemistry featured on the podcast include Part Three and Cutting Space.

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Songs from Modern Chemistry featured on the podcast include Part Three and Cutting Space.

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Songs from Bandits On The Run featured on the podcast include Paris and What To Do.

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Songs from Bandits On The Run featured on the podcast include Paris and What To Do.

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Songs from The Boobies featured on the podcast include Children of a Dark Art and We Ain't Goin' Home.

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Songs from The Boobies featured on the podcast include Children of a Dark Art and We Ain't Goin' Home.

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Songs from The Pop Ups featured on the podcast include On Air and Bird & Rhino.

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Songs from The Pop Ups featured on the podcast include On Air and Bird & Rhino.

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Songs from Cloud Nothings featured on the podcast include Modern Act and Internal World.

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Songs from Cloud Nothings featured on the podcast include Modern Act and Internal World.

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Songs from One Hundred Thousand featured in the podcast include Low and Fathoms From This Place.

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Songs from One Hundred Thousand featured in the podcast include Low and Fathoms From This Place.

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Songs from Animal Feelings featured in the podcast include Chemical Love and Falling.

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Songs from Animal Feelings featured in the podcast include Chemical Love and Falling.

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Songs from Janet featured in the podcast include Outernet Song and Wake Up It's Christmas.

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Songs from Janet featured in the podcast include Outernet Song and Wake Up It's Christmas.

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Follow Janet on Twitter @janetjealousy]]>1873christmas,interview,ireland,janetdevlin,popfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im43-electric-six--9889319
Songs from Electric Six featured in the podcast include Dance With Dark Forces and I'll Be In Touch.

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Songs from Electric Six featured in the podcast include Dance With Dark Forces and I'll Be In Touch.

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Songs from Sad13 featured in the podcast include]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/9637254Fri, 14 Oct 2016 14:07:07 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 42 features Sadie Dupuis of Sad13 and Speedy Ortiz. Sadie talks about her new album, Slugger, responding to her own tweets, and our mutual love of '90s-era college radio rock. Songs from Sad13 featured in the podcast include
Songs from Sad13 featured in the podcast include]]>1915alternative,feminism,indierock,interview,sadiedupuisfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im41-layne--9533693
Songs from Layne featured in the podcast include Twuh and Topical.

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Songs from Layne featured in the podcast include Twuh and Topical.

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Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/9414433Thu, 15 Sep 2016 18:02:24 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 40 features an independent music mix featuring new songs from Wild Planes, Social Station, Your Persona, Spacebeard, Daniel G. Harmann, A Valley Son. Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic
Follow the podcast on Twitter @BaldFreakMusic]]>1688independent,independentmusic,indieartists,indiemusic,indierockfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im39-junior-boys--9303770
Songs from Junior Boys featured in the podcast include Over It and C'Mon Baby.

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Songs from Junior Boys featured in the podcast include Over It and C'Mon Baby.

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Songs from Holy F*ck featured in the podcast include Neon Dad and Xed Eyes.

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Songs from Holy F*ck featured in the podcast include Neon Dad and Xed Eyes.

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Songs from Lola Rhodes featured in the podcast include I Wanna Be and Marina del Rey.

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Songs from Lola Rhodes featured in the podcast include I Wanna Be and Marina del Rey.

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Songs from The Rock n Roll Hi Fives featured in the podcast include Gold Glitter Shoes and Livin' The Lost Boy Life.

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Songs from The Rock n Roll Hi Fives featured in the podcast include Gold Glitter Shoes and Livin' The Lost Boy Life.

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Songs from Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities featured in the podcast include Talk About and Out Of The Pack.

Find out more about Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities at ernesternie.nyc]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/8704045Mon, 06 Jun 2016 16:06:28 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 35 features New York City retro soul act Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities. Ernie talks about embodying the 'Ernest Ernie' character on-stage, shifting his focus from rock to R&B, and the band's debut album. Songs from Ernest Ernie and the...
Songs from Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities featured in the podcast include Talk About and Out Of The Pack.

Find out more about Ernest Ernie and the Sincerities at ernesternie.nyc]]>1496ernesternie,interview,motown,retrosoul,soulfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/im34-bear-hands--8553488
Songs from Bear Hands featured in the podcast include 2AM.

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Songs from Bear Hands featured in the podcast include 2AM.

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Songs from Lucky Chops featured in the podcast include Danza 2016.

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Songs from Lucky Chops featured in the podcast include Danza 2016.

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Songs from Black Wail featured in the podcast include Hot Seat.

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Songs from Black Wail featured in the podcast include Hot Seat.

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Songs from Circadian Clock featured in the podcast include Brightside.

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Songs from Circadian Clock featured in the podcast include Brightside.

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Songs from Lewis Lane featured in the podcast include Play and Take.

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Songs from Lewis Lane featured in the podcast include Play and Take.

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Songs from Pearl Lion featured in the podcast include Alpha4.

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Follow Jared on Twitter @ScharffIsHere]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/7766266Thu, 11 Feb 2016 18:56:14 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 29 features independent artist and Saturday Night Live house band guitarist Jared Scharff. Jared talks about his electronic-based instrumental solo project Pearl Lion, how he got the gig on SNL, and collaborating with Fox Animation Domination...
Songs from Pearl Lion featured in the podcast include Alpha4.

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Songs from Isle of Rhodes featured in the podcast include Islands.

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Songs from Isle of Rhodes featured in the podcast include Islands.

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Songs from Pros & Icons featured in the podcast include AiST.

Find out more about Pros & Icons at prosandiconsmusic.com
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Songs from Pros & Icons featured in the podcast include AiST.

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Songs from Modern Chemistry featured in the podcast include 'Never Scared'.

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Songs from Modern Chemistry featured in the podcast include 'Never Scared'.

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Songs from Burlap To Cashmere featured in the podcast include 'I Will Follow' and 'Brain Fog'.

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Songs from Burlap To Cashmere featured in the podcast include 'I Will Follow' and 'Brain Fog'.

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Songs from The Boobies featured in the podcast include 'Tell Me I'm Wrong' and 'Hard To See'.

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Songs from The Boobies featured in the podcast include 'Tell Me I'm Wrong' and 'Hard To See'.

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Songs from Yuck featured in the podcast include 'Hold Me Closer'.

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Songs from Yuck featured in the podcast include 'Hold Me Closer'.

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Songs from Ottawa featured in the podcast include 'Roman Candle'.

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Songs from Ottawa featured in the podcast include 'Roman Candle'.

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Songs from Play Date featured in the podcast include Ninja Pajamas and an exclusive in-studio performance of Colors.

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Songs from Play Date featured in the podcast include Ninja Pajamas and an exclusive in-studio performance of Colors.

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Find out more about 'Lavalantula' at www.syfy.com
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Find out more about 'Lavalantula' at www.syfy.com
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Songs from Bandits On The Run featured in the podcast include Potted Plant and an exclusive in-studio performance of Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black."

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Songs from Bandits On The Run featured in the podcast include Potted Plant and an exclusive in-studio performance of Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black."

Find out more about Bandits On The Run at banditsontherun.bandcamp.com
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Songs from Cedar Blue featured in the podcast include Burning Young.

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Songs from Cedar Blue featured in the podcast include Burning Young.

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Find out more about Justin at www.officialjustinmorelli.com
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Watch 'To Be Strong' and donate at www.tobestrongfilm.com
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Watch 'To Be Strong' and donate at www.tobestrongfilm.com
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Henry calls in to talk about hosting the new season of 10 Things You Don’t Know About on History Channel’s H2, what he does for fun, his status as an entertainment icon, and more. The podcast features a montage of songs from Henry’s career in Black Flag and Rollins Band.

Find out more about 10 Things You Don’t Know About at history.com
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Henry calls in to talk about hosting the new season of 10 Things You Don’t Know About on History Channel’s H2, what he does for fun, his status as an entertainment icon, and more. The podcast features a montage of songs from Henry’s career in Black Flag and Rollins Band.

Find out more about 10 Things You Don’t Know About at history.com
Follow Henry on Twitter @henryrollins

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Songs from Balancer featured in the podcast include The Age Is A Gift and Reminder.

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Find out more about Balancer at www.soundofbalance.com

More on Independent Minded - www.elvisduran.com/pages/independentminded.html]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/6113271Sun, 24 May 2015 02:40:33 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 13 features Brooklyn electronic pop/rock trio Balancer. Francisco, Felipe and Gabriela talk about forming the band at Berklee School of Music in Boston, fundraising for their debut album, Tipsoo, and more. Songs from Balancer featured in the...
Songs from Balancer featured in the podcast include The Age Is A Gift and Reminder.

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Find out more about How To Be A Man at www.dacapopress.com
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Find out more about How To Be A Man at www.dacapopress.com
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Find out more about Nicholas at www.nicholasmegalis.com
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Find out more about Nicholas at www.nicholasmegalis.com
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Find out more about Luke at www.lukerathborne.com
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Find out more about Putzel at www.putzelmovie.com
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Find out more about Putzel at www.putzelmovie.com
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Find out more about Pilot Touhill at www.pilottouhill.com
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Find out more about Of The United at www.facebook.com/oftheunited

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Find out more about Of The United at www.facebook.com/oftheunited

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Follow Nicholas on Twitter @nicholasmegalis]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5961962Wed, 22 Apr 2015 01:41:28 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 6 features musician and Vine superstar Nicholas Megalis. Nicholas stopped by to talk about his new-found Vine fame, the art of Vining, his musical ambitions and much more. Songs from Nicholas Megalis featured in the podcast include Eve, plus a...
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Follow Play Date on Twitter @iloveplaydate]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/5961943Wed, 22 Apr 2015 01:35:59 +0000Ron ScalzoEpisode 3 features the band Play Date. Shanti Wintergate and Greg Attonito (founding member of The Bouncing Souls) stopped in to the Elvis Duran studios for an interview and performed a song from their new album of children's music, Imagination. Songs...
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More on Independent Minded:
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