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Yes, that is me on the cover picture of this episode in my cross country days.

Not me wanting to see if I could still run the way I did back then and let me tell you guys, the HUMBLING journey I have been on lately is INSANE, it's HILARIOUS and I'm so excited to share it with you!!

Tune in for some TOP HOST stories I haven't shared before.

I am officially still in the running and I hope to make it to the end, my first 5K race in YEARS, and...

Who's got the time to mope around? Not Lola.

Turning rejection into bangers and not shying away from making a scene, this is Lola Violet.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @lolavioletmusic on instagram

In an industry that hardly ever gives out multiple chances at "making it" you really have to ask yourself:

WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITH THIS ONE SHOT?

Here to showcase why breaking down the philosophy is so important instead of rush releasing, this is RAWHONEY.

"beautiful cure" by RAWHONEY. out October 23rd.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @rawhoneytn on instagram

Pushing through is one thing, but you really take it to the next level when you have to push through for you, on your own.

Honing in on authenticity and creating healthy boundaries between the artist and her personal life, this is JORJ.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @jorjmusicofficial on instagram

What else is there to do when your trip to Oktoberfest in Munich is a BUST?

I may be having a midlife crisis or two:

1. In my running era

2. Trying food I see on TikTok

Watching Dancing With The Stars because I'm not in Germany AND because it's the FIRST time the cast is ACTUALLY GOOD (imo).

HAPPY OCTOBER EVERYONE!!!!

Romanticizing the start of fall (but hating this Texas heat, sorry to anyone who's here suffering from the lack of cool weather).

Host: @gimmemoalex on...

There comes a moment in an artists life where they must choose between staying silent, or speak up on things that are important to them regardless of how others may take them.

Choosing to stand on business and proudly standing behind the message of their music, this is Chasing Abbey.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @chasingabbey on instagram

Focusing on the importance of a solid foundation in order to climb his way to the top; this is Garrett Huffman.

Tune in as we discuss life before music and how it somehow foreshadowed the miles he would add under his belt to pursue music, staying authentic during genre exploration, new music, and so much more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @garretthuffmanmusic on instagram

In an industry that likes to make artists believe they should be pumping out a ton of music as fast as possible...

Callback is here to remind us it's okay to hone in on being methodical rather than putting something out quick and meaningless for the sake of keeping up.

Tune in, and embrace the ones who love what they do enough to nerd out about it.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @callback.us on instagram

Back with another UNPOPULAR OPINION...

Just a reminder, it is okay to agree to disagree.

Not sure anyone is talking about the slippery slope the mistrial on the Lindsay Clancy trial can cause.

True crime documentaries you should watch.

Is Mel C the only SANE judge in the Voice Australia? Someone redo this panel ASAP.

Sharing one of the most pleasant recent discoveries lately; DIANE WARREN, literally the baddest B in the music industry!!!!

Hope you can take the time to answer some of my questions and...

Leaving the sense of urgency to say everything all at once behind giving us pieces of her bit by bit, this is Stilla.

From Melbourne, Australia, tune in as we discuss her latest single, the moment that gave her the nudge to believe music could be something to pursue, music video lore, Sex and the City, fashion, and so much more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @stilaaa on instagram

Finding new ways to push your own boundaries means consistently rediscovering parts about yourself you are able to share.

Peeling back the layers again and again and entering uncharted territories, from Dublin, Ireland this is Christian Cohle.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @christiancohle on instagram

The beauty of being "late to the party" or as some would say "being a late bloomer" is that somehow you still find yourself ahead of most because you were true to you and this is the only way to walk the path that was meant for you.

Accepting the reality of his path and creating art from it, this is Late Again.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @lateagainsta on instagram

When chemistry is an immediate strike, it shows in every way possible.One of the most exciting and experimental sounds of the year, this is Stunt Pilots.This trio is proof that ALL types of sounds, styles, genres, and more can come together and WORK.Host: @gimmemoalex on instagramGuest: @stuntpilots on instagram

The Ultimatum Season 4:What it gave us, what was missing, hot takes, and more!Let me know ALL your thoughts and try not to take everything too seriously...Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

When the music is no longer serving the soul, is it really music?

Taking it upon himself to give himself something the music was not giving him means creating art that comes from within and that is art people can relate to.

This is Leon Blane.

Tune in as we discuss the music scene in Berlin, the evolution of his art, new music, and so much more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @leonblane on instagram

Taking control of your life sometimes means facing the darkest parts.

For Jaycee it also meant using music as the driving force to tell her story and reminding us that a clean slate is never a bad idea.

Refusing to be put in a box, this is BLANK ERA.Tune in as we discuss music, living with BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder), celebrity crushes, music we had no business listening to, Sophie Cunningham in her pointing era, and MORE!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @inmyblankera on instagram

Continuing to take provocative art to the next level, Moony is back on UNSHUT and we're discussing his latest project, what the word provocative means to him and why some would describe his art as such, and so much more!

Music break version available on YouTube @unshutpodcast

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @sethismoony on instagram

Fourth of July Fashion, or lack of... can't forget about the pups who are terrified of fireworks but unpopular opinion about that when it comes to mine, LOL.

What is currently on my social media feed:

1. "straight" male comedians who can't keep gays out of their mouth

2. PlayStation causing an uproar and as a non gamer I still have an opinion and theory about this

3. Bands throwing in the towel and announcing it...

And to wrap up the episode the latest behind the scenes drama with a publicist.

Committing to something for so long can leave a mark, or in this case it can leave you SUNBURNT.

From Southern California, setting out to leave their mark as musicians, tune in as we discuss what drove their comeback to the scene, new music, and so much more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @wearesunburnt on instagram

One of the best qualities anyone can have is showing up prepared, but showing up unapologetically and authentically in an industry that would rather you be someone they want is not easy.

Showing up prepared since day one; this is Delta Sweet.

Tune in as we discuss new music, unreleased music, stage name inspiration, life in Canada, where it all began, and so much more!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @thedeltasweet on instagram

Imagine being in a band the one and only Kurt Cobain said he would want to be in AND was also photographed rocking that bands T...

Previously in BMX Bandits, meet Lawrence Kim.

Appreciating the time it took to make this solo project and why it's perfect to release in 2026; between sounds and visuals, this project has the ability to transport you, almost as a form of meditation. It is still, it is intentional.

Tune in to hear all about it and more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @lawrencekim2...

Evolving may sometimes come with a nervous feeling... but when you embrace the evolution you can potentially be entering an era that will make a bigger impression than you could have imagined.

Adapting the idea of doing more with less in their upcoming project, this is PRETTY BLEAK.

Tune in as we discuss Australian culture when pursuing something creative, new music, writing, and so much more!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @prettybleakband on instagram

Ever noticed this about cats?

If this is the first time you hear about this PLEASE let me know what you think.

My thoughts on the bible, Jesus, and having conversations with people who don't think like me.

Hopefully this encourages someone to stand on what they believe in and discuss the things that may make you feel a little uncomfortable.

At the end of the day there will always be questions that will go unanswered but remember it is easier to keep it in than to explore the voice within...

Doesn't everything in life require you to play some sort of "game" to get the outcome you want?

A band that is ready to play and get everything they want; this is Double XP.

Tune in to this episode with lead singer Nick Rossi as we discuss the journey from a solo artist to starting the band, the importance of going after what you want because no one will come and just give it to you, what it takes to sacrifice, new music, and so much more!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

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Sharing the ups and downs of life through his artistry.

Meet Gobe; a musician, tattoo artist, and so much more.Tune in as we discuss where it all began, DJing, art, fashion, where the music and vision is going, and more!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @gobe954

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Ever feel like you're borrowing time from yourself to do all the things you need to do?

Darro breaks it down on how he manages and some.

Tune in as we discuss his music journey so far, his personal journey dealing with a brain tumor, and more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @darro_c on instagram

A conversation with my trainer turned into a genuine question for parents.

WARNING: If you're not in the mood for a first world problem venting session, skip.

Does anyone remember the 2001 Josie and the Pussycats movie?

10/10 recommend watching this WITH ADULT EARS AND EYES!!!!

This movie was far more than just calling out hidden agendas in the entertainment industry and consumerism; as an adult I clocked A TON MORE like pointing out the racism in the industry.

Also, tune in for my Josie and the Pussycats theory and head...

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Have you ever heard of The Ripple Effect?

The power of choosing resilience in every failure, learning to appreciate time, sibling roles, walking your truth, discovering your message which adds volume to your voice, and so much more!!!

This is Fred Lee IV, lead singer of Late Night Special.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @latenightspecialmusic on instagram

While it is clear a project isn't created overnight, it is refreshing to discover a project that paints the clearest picture on why it is important to revert back to honesty when creating art instead of creating for the sake of creating.

In Reverse by Chris Garneau needs no explanation, it is clear, it is intentional.

Tune in as we discuss the importance of creating from an honest place, revisiting childhood memories that shaped him as an artist, old music, new music, and more.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @chris.garneau...

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The importance of liberating yourself from the things you cannot control, the coolest Jim Cummings story, music, and so much more including eating pancakes off of someones body, yes, you read that correctly...

This is Chris Scalco.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @scalcomusic on instagram

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When the ground you are standing on is made of a solid support system you quickly realize the world you are trying to create for yourself is full of possibilities and nothing can disturb your momentum.

This is Alexa Cappelli.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @alexacappelli on instagram

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Throwing away the ideology that artists should release an album just for the sake of releasing an album; these guys are on a mission to give each song they release an opportunity to blossom.

All the way from Manchester, this is Lost Legs.

Tune in as we discuss new music, unreleased music, imposter syndrome, Take That music/documentary, drinks, a smoking leg show, yes, a leg show...AND MORE!

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @lostlegsband on instagram

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Overcoming panic attacks, the positives of not getting what you want "earlier in life", life lessons along the way, staying busy means staying sane, what is to come, and so much more...

\This is Keith, lead singer and one of two founders of

Pine Creek Academy.

Host: @himmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @pinecreekacademy on instagram

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5 levels of nerd movies, possible shirtless thirst traps in 2026, new music, what makes this band a never ending machine, and more!

This is The Failsafe.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @wearethefailsafe on instagram

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

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Where it all began, the culture in Japan, the scene and community in London, honoring the beginning to end incredible full length album "Lemons", making an UNSHUT lemonade, embracing the suck, new music, and SO MUCH MORE!!!!

From Atlanta, GA this is Ben Cato AKA The Lord Mangus, drummer of Best Case.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @thelordmangus @bestcaseband on instagram

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Writing from a personal place without the fear of causing riffs between the people impacted by the lyrics means only one thing; when you write from a place of authenticity and vulnerability the music holds the power to bring us together not drift us apart.

This is what palettes is all about.

Pack your bags, we are Going West to meet the frontman of palettes.

From Seattle, Washington this is Adam Blasi.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @palettesband on instagram <...

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Grinding out the hard work in different creative ventures and avenues, anime (yes, anime), the power of networking, new music in the works, a Pussycat Dolls Vocal Run challenge available on YouTube only, possible nudes, some a$$ shaking, and so much more!

This is good vibes.

This is good energy.

This is James and Mikey of Visenya.

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

Guest: @visenyaband on instagram

My official redemption after sounding like a butchy lesbian who smoked full time on last Mondays episode because I was so sick.

Feeling rejuvenated and ready to get back guests next week but first some unpopular opinions like:

1. Having a wedding you can't pay for yourself

2. The obligation people feel to invite certain guests to their special events

3. The unfair expectations placed on artists to speak on politics

and the big question: WHAT IS VABBING?????

Host: @gimmemoalex on instagram

I'M NOT DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Been off social media for a few days now fighting for my life...

Well, fighting a gnarly cough but I'm a man so it's dramatic AF, LOL.

A daily reminder to show up, and to be mindful of what you pray for.

You may be praying for flowers but getting rain instead and this is why...

Coming to you sick as a dog but we were determined to show up.

Shoutout to all the parents who never take a sick day to themselves, you're...