On The Scene with Martini

Tune in for the first ever in person interview, of the main series, at the beautiful True Hand with Mike & Chris of Brother’s Keeper. When I first started to get more invovled in the local scene I was trying to branch out to local events, I stumbled upon an event at Mike’s shop (True Hand) and by the end found out he was actually a vocalist of a band I should listen to. On the car ride home I remember hearing the opening to “The Continuum” and was instantly hooked. Since then I’ve been bugging Mike about talk...

Kory of Prince Daddy & The Hyena put out, potentially, my emo album of the year “Hotwire Trip Switch”. Over the years Prince Daddy has been one of the powerhouse bands of the emo, with aggressive touring, consistent music, and just quality from all corners. Kory has been embedded in the scene starting from a local show runner, fast forward now to being a national touring artist.

In this episode we talk about: running shows in upstate NY, how to be original after so many years, why it’s good to feel unsafe, their recent album “Hotwire Trip Switch”...

It is my pleasure and honor I’m able to finally release this episode with the great Jay Weinberg. Over an almost two hour long conversation we cover the entire span of Jay’s career. From his first bands, touring with Bruce, joining Madball to being in Slipknot, fast forward to now releasing his singles project. If you’re a Jay Weinberg fan, like me, this is the episode for you.

In this episode with talk about: NJ vs NY hardcore, getting the call from Bruce, finding bands on My Space, recording an EP in a day with a...

Seattle based punk rocker, Rev of The Drowns & I settle in for a chat. The Drowns have been a music machine since the birth of the band: constantly touring, putting out music, playing festivals & more. This past week, September 18th, they put out LP four “Harsh Reality” on Pirates Press Records. This record is exactly what people love about punk, it’s punchy, meaningful, and encourages listeners to stand up in a time where everyone wants to be seated!

In this episode we talk about: getting on Pirates Press Records, being a 3 piece, why music needs to be pol...

Jake Luhrs may be one of the nicest people in the metal scene that I've had the pleasure to talk with on the show. Jake's story isn't the classic: started a band in high school, local show(s), small friend label etc. it's about taking chances on yourself, putting everything you have into something you love and letting passion win over predictability. It's amazing what he and August Burns Red have achieved over the years, and I look forward to seeing it continue. In this episode we talk about: betting on yourself, being a "fake" frontman, what can a...

Perhaps the most influential frontman in hardcore and I connect for an hour long jam packed episode! Ray has lived one of the craziest lives, which he tells in his memoir “From Punk to Monk”, we get a tease of what really happened in Ray’s life. The energy, power, and emotion that Ray is able to convey in his performances is unmatched.

In this episode we talk about: going into NYC, 1st time playing CBGB’s, preaching positivity, not having a specific sound, what inspired Ray to become spiritual, & more!

Friday, September 25th Ray will be...

Psyched to finally be able to release this one… tune in as I chat with Unfortuneteller frontman Angelo Mosca. Angelo is far from shy of being apart of the scene. I always find it fascinating how often the upper NY scene continues to put out amazing bands. Unfortuneteller is everything melodic hardcore fans love, punchy, fun, passion and overall just so catchy.

In this episode we talk about: growing up on 90s alt, dad life/ music life, the original Unfortuneteller name, how an almost car accident helped formulate the band & more!

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This week I welcome Travis of Piebald onto the show. Piebald is not shy in the scene, fitting so many subsections including: punk, hardcore and emo! The longevity of this band is unquestioned, putting good tunes, filling rooms and having an energy that just makes you want to come back.

We talk about the early days of Piebald, being apart of the iconic Iodine Recordings, and all things about their newly released album, “Tales For The Rages”, including the artwork, sound, and process itself!

Thank you Gary, of Sound Acres, as always for sponsoring this epis...

A staple of the Philadelphia underground scene, Peter, frontman of Kaonashi. We give you the real Philly experience as Peter is just sitting on some steps embracing the city of Brotherly Love. One thing that sets Peter apart from a ton of people in the scene is the actual involvement; he shows up to shows, grabs merch, talks shop!

Peter & Kaonashi have been busy as of recent… Never Home Festival starting tomorrow as well as dropping their new single “Typing…” on Equal Vision Records. We also talk about the scene itself, vocal training, how do we define someone’...

I’m going to keep this short and simple… you don’t want to miss this episode.

Some topics mentioned during the episode include: how to open for KISS, playing a crowd of 2 people, the infamous trumpet & more!

As always thank you Dan from A Day In The Life Records , I know this episode is just as important to you as it is to me! Make sure when you’re in the downtown Lancaster area you stop by his shop to browse all music alternative.

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Pleasure talking to Public Opinion frontman, Kevin Hart, before their new album drops. When you see someone this into their band you know every single song, show, piece of merch is 100% and with intent. Kevin has an immense love for PO and the scene. This interview to describe was witty, fun, thoughtful and I even tease a new segment of @onthescenewithmartini .

This is one of my funniest interviews I’d say, it’s always refreshing to share mutual opinions with others in the scene. Is 3eb cool to like?, how playing Fortnite with Justice, Dubin, the Drug Chur...

This week I was able to sit down with Thrice frontman, Dustin Kensrue. One of the first bands I got into when I started collecting records, I was always drawn to their sound. Post Hardcore being so prominent in my rotation something about Thrice’s approach always wooed me!

One of my favorite projects in recent years was the re recording of the beloved Thrice album, “The Artist in the Ambulance”. So happy we were able to talk about that as well album creating, working with friends and maybe even some Star Wars opinions??

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It’s insane to me after just starting this show a little over a year I’m able to have such amazing guests week after week. This week we have the legendary audio engineer & drummer, Bill Stevenson, Descendents, ALL, Black Flag & more. I won't say too much more, check it out where you stream podcasts.

In this episode we cover the following: being DIY, the difference between ALL & the Descendents, the creation of the beloved Milo, who Bill sets his drums up like and finally a deeper dive into the classic albums All and Liveage… reissues coming soon!<...

I first saw Emily play at the recent Sing Us Home festival and from there knew I had to learn her Emily’s story. Emily fits so many different scenes, from the classic rock, to punk, to singer songwriter… she’s able to grasp any type of audience she faces. Emily in recent has toured with the likes of TOOL, Yungblud, and Brian Fallon.

Some topics Emily and I talk about include: creating a signature guitar, writing in a closet, the NJ punk scene, how it’s been difficult for her to write collaboratively and more!

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Against The Current is not a new band to most and for good reason. This band continually overcomes so many obstacles and puts out diverse good tunes.

Tune in as Chrissy and I cover a bunch of topics… but to give you a taste we talk about: the different ATC era’s, being independent, getting received by international fans better and how Against The Current blew up due to a random YouTube cover?

Stream Against The Current’s new singles Heavenly, Dead Man Walking, & Always You & I on your platform of choice!

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This week's episode features Denver’s beloved, Cloe Madonna of Destiny Bond. Doing episodes like this always remind me of why I started this show, learning about others scenes and how different they can be always is fascinating to me.

We talk about growing up in a religious home, running shows, working in music not only as a performer, the Colorado scene and much more!

Thank you so much to Dan of A Day In the Life Records for sponsoring this weeks episode! As always check out their amazing shop located in downtown Lancaster, Pa ho...

Brooks Wackerman of Avenged Sevenfold & John of Tenacious D team up to create instrumental powerhouse Missoula! A refreshing take on what it means to be an instrument only band in 2026, having portions of prog, jazz, hard rock and more jammed into one album!

It was a pleasure to sit down with these gentlemen as this was their first podcast/ interview for the new album! We talk about the creation of the band, creating an album not in the same room, the vision behind Missoula and the dying question of… who are those ladies on the album cover? Fi...

Well this episode felt right to be my 50th episode, of the main series, since starting "On The Scene with Martini" that it would be a big name. Grateful to finally connect with The Bouncing Souls frontman, Gregory Attonito. In which we talk about: putting out so much music consistently, learning DIY and what it takes, tour life, how his writing process is unique, & more!

Thank you to Dan from A Day In the Life Records for sponsoring this episode, I couldn't think of anyone else who'd i'd rather have. You've also supported me from the beginning...

This one feels so special! Having the pleasure to sit down and have a conversation with Vic DiCara of Shelter, 108, Inside Out, Beyond and even more is still baffling. I’m sure you could tell how hard it was to pick bands for the flier this week!

In this episode we cover: what it means to him as bands continue to cover his songs, moving to Japan, the real reason why Inside Out broke up and more!

Thank you Big Eleanor Records for sponsoring this episode with the legendary Vic. Make sure to check out th...

Other than being apart of and creating arguably the most appreciated, influential record of all time in our… “Jane Doe” by Converge. Aaron has had an insane career and continues to do so as BANE heads out on tour this summer for some one offs as well as a full run with Quicksand!

Aaron & I cover a lot in this compact info filled episode. For starters having a band consisting of fellow members in Black Flag, Good Riddance, Rise Against, how BANE became a 5 piece, kicking over original concert used Black Flag drums…. and more!

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Super grateful for running into the maestro Jared Hart at Philadelphia’s finest at SingUsHome festival. Jared has a huge influence on the crossover between singer songwriter to punk ratio. While not only playing in a slew of bands he also self runs Mt. Crushmore Records.

Jared & I talk about being fan of hardcore music, his love of multiple genres, what prompted him to release music as a solo artist, his upcoming full Germany headlining tour and more!

Special thanks to Big Eleanor Records for partaking in their 1st episode since joining the team! Means a...

Vinnie Caruana may easily be one of the most influential figures in the underground scene. Constantly challenging his past work, being in so many successful projects, and staying true to his love for the scene is what stands him out from others.

Vinnie & I talk about I Am The Avalanche's new record "THE HORROR SHOW, being in so many different projects, differing processes band to band and much more!

Thank you Gary, of Sound Acres, as always for sponsoring this episode! If you, your band, or anyone you know wants to step up their sound...

Michael is he the nicest guy in the RUDEST band? Perhaps.Do they play Rude music? At times. Did they put out one of the best records of 2025? Absolutely!

Talking to Michael was a treat, we cover why Spiritual Cramp brands as RUDE, his guilty pleasure, working with indie legend @sharonvanhalen, are they from the UK or US & more!

Thank you to Dan from A Day In the Life Records for sponsoring this episode. Make sure to check out his shop when you’re in the Lancaster, PA area.

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Sorry for the delay but finally had time to upload this one. Jason’s first published, and maybe last?, interview as frontman of Grael is here! Grael is not one on the spotlight, the Long Island hardcore power house made a statement last year playing some of the biggest shows in hxc. Jason showcases and displays his true purpose/ passion of being in the scene. Not only is he a frontman but Jason also runs a publishing company in which he puts out visual based books/ zines.

Jason and I talk about creative control/ artwork, being supported by...

Bob Nanna wrote one of the most perfect albums, Frame & Canvas, over 25 years ago and we can't stop talking about it. Sitting down with Bob was a treat! After having some scheduling issues we finally made time to give you all this hour long episode talking about Bob's college experience, writing new music as an older band, how Braid came back, upcoming shows, his new act as a frontman of a Smiths tribute band & more! Whether you love Braid, Hey Mercedes or just love music like we do then this one is for you.

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Shai Hulud has arguably one of the most complicated histories in the realm of hardcore music. Tune in to the episode as we unfold Shai Hulud’s history but importantly unwrap Geert’s long history, as one of the most active/ longest touring frontman. Along with music Geert is also a huge chess player as well as an entrepreneur. With recent news The Black Atlantic, Geert’s indie/ alternative act, announced an EU tour for the first time in years!

Geert’s story is undeniably strong, true example of determination and grit, going from a fan to the man...

What a year Split Chain has had touring with some of the alternative music scene’s biggest bands including: Devil Wears Prada, Four Year Strong, Soul Blind and so much more. Our shoegaze scene has blown up in recent time and we can thank Split Chain for being apart of that. Bert and Tom co-join me for this episode to talk about everything Split Chain. With such an undeniable connection it was amazing to be able to talk to these guys.

Some topics we cover include: their unique sound, the difference between the US & UK scene, various mu...

HOLDER put out which may be the contender for songs of the year for me, Inconsolable in specific has been nonstop played since it's release. Brie is so admirable for her role in the band, coming into an already dynamic project but putting her own twist that not only fits the bands messages/ vibes but also allows herself to be unique for herself. It's always awesome when you can sit down with an up and coming artist that hasn't done these type of interviews.

Brie and I sit down to have a jam packed conversation...

I’ve been holding this one back for when I came back stateside, so happy to finally put this out. Fugazi was a beast of its own, doing what they wanted when they wanted. Honored to be able to sit down with Fugazi and The Messthetics bassist, Joseph Lally .

Joe and I cover an arrange of topics including: the connection between Jazz and hardcore music, how he and Ian got the project running, his current band’s new album “Deface The Currency” and much more!

Episode now out on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify!

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A collaborative force built on love, friendship and passion, that’s what you get when you listen to Teen Suicide . Sam and Kitty have made potentially the alternative album of the year with their recent work. The vocals compliment each other so well on this record, whether it’s for a duet or a singular track.

In the episode we cover a lot, working with a legendary producer, allowing others to have strong input for the first time, working together as a couple, and everything fun about their new upcoming album! Nude descending staircase headless come out Apri...

Recently sat down with Baltimore’s hottest new band’s frontman, Tim. It was a pleasure being Tim’s first proper sit down podcast interview. We dive into a lot here. This is a great episode for those who are interested in getting a jump start on your THE SET lore. Baltimore just continues to prove that their scene is at an absolute peak and I can’t wait to see what they continue to put out.

In this episode we talk about how Tim joined the band without much prior experience, different scenes, making his first album, t...

Jordan Olds already acclaimed late night metal themed talk show host takes on his next adventure being the frontman of gothic grunge band Blood Vulture. Blood Vulture took 2025 by storm, showcasing unique styles, taking inspiration from horror classics, and developing their style swiftly.

Jordan and I talk about Blood Vulture, upcoming shows, themes of the band, how he started singing and much more. Always love to dive into conversations with those involved in so many aspects of the music scene.

Episode now out on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify!

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Everything about Spiritkiller and what the stand for just sits right with me. I found out about Spiritkiller the old fashioned way, through Limited Too One Records amazing exclusive record releases. Charles Cure has been a frontman and apart of the music scene for some time but what he does with Spiritkiller stands out without question.

Charles and I talk about his Fugazi live set, his rich history, new album?!, and their take on bringing back the DIY aspect of the scene. Without the early days of DIY we may not have the scene we do now...

George Hirsch really does it all when it comes to music. One of my favorite things about musicians is when they don’t feel limited in their own genre. Hardcore, metal and even some singer/ songwriter stuff George has been through it all and continues to put out quality tunes.

George and I talk about rap & hardcore music mixing, creating Blacklisted, his thoughts about touring outside beloved Philadelphia and what’s in store for his new band Colossal Rains plus so much more.

Also want to thank you to Sound Acres for sponsoring this episode. Gary...

Recently recorded a quick episode with Juicebox frontlady Jess. Decided to do a double upload this week. Jess and Juicebox have had a great year, some of their Haywire shows are many people’s in the scene favorite show of 2025.

Make sure to check out Jess’s socials as she does lovely traditional tattoos all over the US along with selling her original 1 of 1 designs in unique display.

Click Jess’s links below:

Jess’s Link’s -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/juiceboxhc?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZX...

Norman Brannon not only played/ plays in some of the most iconic NJ based bands but was a pioneer for how we document the scene. Anti Matter Zine was always a passion of Norman’s, while not only playing he had the goal and focus to put out some of the best interviews/ archival footage to date.

I look forward to hearing Norman as he gives us a tease to expect new music. Make sure to catch Thursday on an upcoming show and take a look at Texas Is The Reason Reissues/ expanded edition of their albums!

This is not your typical interview. Steve Hansgen, bassist of Minor Threat, Govt Issue, Poisonous H and much more opens up freely to tell us his life story. Steve has an immense passion for music, you can tell when he gives us his story that he was living in the moment and would do anything to continue to be in it. Without Steve we wouldn’t have Out Of Step with such incredible bass lines, a possible broken up quicker Minor Threat and a piece of history gone.

Unfortunately Steve was diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Fo...

It’s crazy that we’re already at episode 30, just want to say a quick thank you to everyone that has streamed, liked or supported On The Scene with Martini in any way! This week I sit down with Soul Blind frontman, Cen. Soul Blind is one of the hardest working bands I know, always touring, looking to find new ways to make themselves unique in the scene

Cen does double duty, having a huge part in guitar but also singing. Soul Blind put out “Red Sky Mourning” in 2025 and it did not disappoint. The direction, sound and over...

Luke Abbey arguably is apart of two of the most iconic hardcore bands, Warzone & Gorilla Biscuits, both pioneering portions of the genre in their respected ways. We dive into why he wanted to join the scene, his experience with the return of Gorilla Biscuits, forgotten music and more.

Make sure to check out A Day In The Life Records through the link below, they are a lovely record store located in downtown Lancaster, PA. Dan is deeply rooted in the music scene, being a collector himself he knows/ curates his shop to allow everyone to find something...

When people ask whose one of the most creative bands in the alt scene, Chat Pile comes to mind almost instantly. A genre defying band who continues to put out quality work. Raygun constantly is coming up with ideas to further Chat Pile and truly continuing to woe the community.

Raygun and I talk about movies, their new album with singer/ songwriterHayden Pedigo, stage names, Star Wars and more.

Thank you for listening, and enjoy the episode. Check out Raygun’s links below:

Chat Pile - https://linktr.ee/chatpileband

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