The B9 Podcast
Hosted by Chris Wrenn, The B9 Podcast brings artists, friends, and voices from the hardcore community into the Bridge Nine Records warehouse for honest, laid back conversations about hardcore, DIY culture, touring, records, creativity, and everything in between. Recorded in the basement of the Bridge Nine warehouse and occasionally right before a live show! Episodes uploaded bi-weekly.
Pre-Show: Luke Garro on Hardcore History, The Power of Presence, and the Return of Piebald
Taped right before a show at the Bridge Nine Warehouse, Chris B9 is joined by Luke Garrow (Piebald, In My Eyes, Fastbreak) to discuss his extensive journey through the hardcore and punk scenes. Garrow reflects on his early beginnings in Glastonbury, the supportive nature of the Boston scene, and the organic process behind Piebald's first new record in nearly two decades.
The conversation also covers:
The Power of Showing Up: How Garrow's proactive approach—from volunteering to play drums for Fastbreak to witnessing the "fifth member" dedication of modern tour managers—highlights the importance of init...
Pre-Show: John Coyle on Outspoken's Return, Straight Edge Isn't Cool Anymore T-Shirts, and the legacy of Hardcore
Taped right before a B9 warehouse show, Chris B9 is joined by John Coyle (Outspoken) to talk about his long history in the hardcore scene, from his early days with Outspoken to the band's current reunion and re-releases through Equal Vision. He reflects on the enduring relevance of his music and the creative necessity that drove early DIY efforts, such as hand-printing covers and designing shirts to fund recordings.Â
Coyle also explores:
The Evolution of Record Collecting: How the focus has shifted from the music itself to variant collecting and the unique, often unplanned, charm o...
Pat Flynn On Hardcore Community, Creativity, and Staying Young
Chris B9 is joined by Pat Flynn (Have Heart, Fiddlehead, How Much Art) to talk about his prolific involvement in the hardcore scene, from his time with Have Heart to his current work with Fiddlehead and various "science projects" like Clear and Sweet Jesus. He reflects on the creative drive that keeps him starting new bands, emphasizing that his goal is collaboration and artistic expression rather than mainstream fame.
Flynn also explores:
The Symbiosis of Career and Music: How his long-term career as a teacher provides a balanced schedule for touring and makes performing feel more...