Interviews
Every episode that has featured a guest or guests.
12/06/2024
This is episode 166 of the Taking the Lead Media Podcast. On this I have a guest, Dave Frye, of the band Generic. He joins me to talk about the the bands' latest album, Believe in Aloha, the history of the band, that one set at KTUH and the time Pennywise "borrowed," one of the Generic's guitar riffs. An extended version of the talk will be released soon.
11/24/2020
This is a Hawaiian Express Records themed show! And I have label head, Jason Miller, as a guest on the show. He also runs 808 Shows and co-runs The Sailor Jerry Festival with Josh86 (Black Square, 86 List, and The Pressure). The label turned 25 this year and I compiled a list of 25 questions for him. On this episode is a partial cut of our conversation mixed in with music he has helped release in the past 25 years. Check out the full conversation on this podcasts' website HERE
Hawaiian Express Records
808 Shows
Sailor Jerry Festival
Hawaiian Express Records
808 Shows
Sailor Jerry Festival
05/15/2020
On this episode I have a guest! Fernando of No Villains Left joins me on the show. He plays trombone and sings in the band. It was a really fun chat. We get into all things ska music, a little bit of history in the Hawaii music scene and his first instrument...the clarinet! It's all good. Be sure to check out the bands' debut album, Bright Lights, on Apple Music and Spotify.
No Villains Left
Website - HERE
YouTube - HERE
No Villains Left
Website - HERE
YouTube - HERE
03/31/2020
Back on the podcast is guest and friend of the show, Tom, of 18th & Addison. A lot has happened since Tom was on the podcast, almost 2 years ago. And a lot has happened since I last spoke with Tom, just a few weeks ago for this episode (!!!). But we catch up for a bit, talk about the bands new EP, Old Blues / Modern Love, their signing with Wiretap Records, and the new blink-182 album - all the important stuff. Peppered throughout the episode are the following tracks:
06/27/2019
On this episode I have guest, John Sava. His projects include, Enemy of the Sun, Amish Electric Chair, and Red Season. Links to these projects:
Enemy of the Sun
Amish Electric Chair
Red Season
Enemy of the Sun
Amish Electric Chair
Red Season
09/23/2018
On this episode are guests, Chad and Chelsey, of Perennial, the 3-piece avant-garde rock band, based in Connecticut. We get into top 5 favorite albums, our personal "island" albums, LP2, shows and movies. I ask the tough questions in this interview! And it was a blast! Check out Perennial on BANDCAMP and HOWLING FREQUENCY
07/29/2018
On this episode, Emily Whitehurst of Survival Guide, joins me on the show. You may know her from past projects such as Tsunami Bomb and The Action Design. This conversation was recorded back in May and I'm glad to finally release it. We touch base on her latest album, Live and Alone, future work and projects, tour plans, music formats and streaming services, and food! It was a fun chat and an awesome time. Be sure to check out Survival Guide on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music and Patreon. Emily also hand picked the songs on this episode. Thanks for listening!
07/06/2018
We have a Ska themed show and a guest too! On the episode is Taylor Morden, director of an upcoming documentary on the popularity of ska music titled, Pick It Up! Ska in the 90's. We touch base on his music background, the film and campaign, and all things Ska.
06/30/2018
Another GC Records themed show! Label head, Shahab, joins me on the show again, to talk about all things GC, film, and the upcoming 20th anniversary event for GC Records, happening exactly one year from today, June 29, 2019. We play some awesome music t
04/21/2018
This is an 18th and Addison themed show! Tom, of the rock band, 18th and Addison, joins me on the show. Based in New Jersey, 18th and Addison have been active since 2014. Tom handpicked the playlist which features tracks from their first album, Makeshift Monster, their Little Parasites EP, and exclusive single, and a new track from their upcoming EP, Vultures, set to be released in June. We touch base on the new music, touring, shows, and what he's currently listening to at the moment. It was dope chat. Yeeeeeeeee
03/07/2018
This is a Melotov Records themed show! Melanie of Melotov joins me on the show. First established in 2008, Melotov has consistently released a stellar lineup of records from The Banner, Nomads, Vices, Old Wounds, Calculator and Tiger Flowers, just to name a few. Melanie took a break at the end of 2016, but hey, she still around. We touch base on a bunch of things during this interview and it was an awesome time.
12/20/2017
On this episode, Paul of Howling Frequency joins me on the show. We get into his label, his projects, the bands he works with, types of merchandise we love and hate, his take on the digital format, and movies (my fault). It was a good time. Check out his label and roster HERE
11/30/2017
This is a Snubbed Records themed show! Joining me on the show is label head and member of The Alements, Ron. Both are based in Annapolis, Maryland. Ron and I talk on his label, his band, upcoming releases, bands he's currently working with, digital downloads, and a little bit on Warped Tour. It was a nice talk with Ron. Thanks again for being on the show.
11/18/2017
Nick of Small Mammal Records and Penny Arcade, joins me on the show! We talk a lot about the Akron DIY Scene, of Ohio, where the label is based in. We get into local bands in and out of state, house shows, Small Mammal, preferred music formats and lots more. It was a fun talk and a good time! Be sure to check out Small Mammal Records HERE
10/25/2017
This episode is a Vultures United themed show (with one track from Grave for the Fireflies). Jordan of Vultures United is a guest on the show and we talk a lot about the new album, I Still Feel Cold (out now through the band and Red Flag Records), member lineups, the Girls EP, style changes, sound progression and a whole lot more. It was an insightful talk and I learned a lot about that band. Check out Vultures United on Facebook (HERE).
10/13/2017
This episode is an Unfair Fight themed show! Members Pete and Scott join me on the show and we talk record stores, album formats, tours, and the local Las Vegas music scene. We also touch base on their new record, which at the time of this recording, no album title or release date was made yet. But the band just announced a release date and title, do check them out on Facebook (HERE) for more details on that.
09/28/2017
On this episode, Luis, one part of Glendale, California based, Penniback Records (FACEBOOK), is a guest on the show. We talk about the label, bands, the music scene in general, shows, mosh etiquette, BBQ and a whole lot more. Definitely a fun talk and a good time. Don't mind the audio, it's a bit on the softer side due to a bad setup on my end. Crank up the volume a bit, and it'll be fine. Thanks for listening!
09/13/2017
The homies of Anti-Matter, local punk-rock band based here on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, join me on the show for a nice chat about their new album, From Here to Anarchy, individual songs, upcoming gigs and other music stuff. It was a fun Facetime chat.
08/16/2017
This episode is a Panda Claw Records themed show! The homie Ryan, label head of Panda Claw, joins me on the show to talk about his label, bands, albums and a bunch of other stuff.
07/21/2017
On this episode is a GC Records themed show featuring guest, label head, Shahab Zargari. GC Records is a label currently based in Las Vegas, NV (www.gcrecords.com) We talk about his label, some history on it, bands he's worked with and various records he has released. And other stuff too. Music on this episode by:
06/26/2017
On this episode, I have for the first time a guest. My good friend, a local film director/musician/artist, Mox. We talk on his music, a collection of songs, singles and his EP, The Moon, the Sun and the Shotgun.