Ep 229: A Conversation with Alan Robert, Bassist of Life Of Agony, Illustrator/Artist

In episode 236 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jackson Foster, vocalist of Silly Goose. We dig into their beginnings as a band in Atlanta, what music he and the band pull from for inspiration, their viral pop up live shows, and their energetic new EP ‘Bad Behavior’, out now on Blue Grape Music. This is a fun one, and Silly Goose is a band we’ll definitely be hearing more from in the coming months and years. Check out Jackson and Silly Goose here:Web: https://sillygooseraprock.com/Silly Goose IG/TikTok: @sillygooseatlJackson IG: @jacksonfosterzPhoto Credit: Kate Kastelic (IG/X: @photogenikate)Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:Web: https://www.trawlband.com/IG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 235 of the podcast, we dig into Green Day’s sprawling rock opera masterpiece, ‘American Idiot’. We brought along new ‘friend of the pod’ Kevin Kennie for the ride! We dig into our early recollections of the record, favorite moments, its overarching themes, and much more. This album continues to be as poignant as the day it dropped 20 years ago. Check out Kevin, and his horror movie podcast ‘Speak All Evil’ here:Web: https://speakallevil.com/ IG/X: @speakallevilpodPodcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 234 of the podcast, we’re joined by Briana Wright and Joey Duffy, vocalists of CLIFFDIVER. We dig into the beginnings of the band, Tulsa having a moment as a music scene, Bri joining CLIFFDIVER in 2020, and their forthcoming (and excellent) album, ‘Birdwatching’, out September 20th on SideOneDummy Records.  Bri and Joey have a ton of energy, and there aren’t many bands doing it like CLIFFDIVER. We know you’ll dig this one. Follow Bri, Joey, and CLIFFDIVER here:Web: https://cliffdiverok.com/ Bri IG/X: @itsbrianawrightJoey IG: @the_joey_duffy, X: @thejoeyduffyCLIFFDIVER IG/X/TikTok: @cliffdiverokPhoto Credit: Nick Zimmer Photography (IG: @nickzimmerphotography, X: @xzimbyx)Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 233 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jason Boyd (vocals) and Ben Einziger (guitar) of Audiovent. We dig into their come up as a band, the story behind signing to Atlantic Records, touring the world, breaking up, and the circumstances of the band getting back together and putting out new music.  This was one of the more enlightening convos we’ve ever had on the pod, and the Audiovent story is an intriguing one. We think you’ll dig it!Follow Ben, Jason, and Audiovent here:Ben IG: @beneinzigerJason IG: @jasonboydIG: @audioventmusicPodcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:Web: https://www.trawlband.comIG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 232 of the podcast, we’re joined by Henry Cox, vocalist of Boston Manor.We talk the circumstances that led us to discovering Boston Manor, and then we dig into the second half of their ambitious 2 album journey, ‘Sundiver’, out September 6, 2024 on SharpTone Records. We dig into the origins of the idea for a double album spanning years, the writing and production of the new record, the steps it took the band to get to this point, and much more. Henry is awesome, and Boston Manor continues to hit it out of the park with their evolution. Follow Henry and Boston Manor here:Web: https://www.bostonmanorband.com/Henry IG: @eatyourgreens_Boston Manor: IG/X @bstnmnrPhoto Credit: Megan Doherty (IG: @megandoherty.photo)Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here:Web: https://www.trawlband.com/IG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 231 of the podcast, we welcome back Sean and Seth, vocalist and bassist of funk metal band Trawl. We hit on a wide array of topics in this one. We start with the wild summer they’ve had opening for bands like Nonpoint and CKY, as well as some upcoming shows with Helmet/Local H and Polkadot Cadaver. We pivot to the new EP they are working on, ‘Tempest’, and its darker themes and subject matter.   There are parts of this convo that get a little heavy and touch on suicide. If you, or someone you love is in need of resources, don’t hesitate to reach out for help.  Call or text ‘988’ to reach the national suicide prevention line.  Photo Credit: Mickael MGT (IG: @mickael.mgt) Follow Trawl here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave.  Check us out here: Web: https://www.podioslave.com/  IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 230 of the podcast, we’re joined by Eddie Reyes, founding member/guitarist of Taking Back Sunday. We dive deep into 20 years of their classic album, ‘Where You Want To Be’.We dig into the lead up to the record, the departure of 2 founding members and subsequent addition of Fred Mascherino and Matt Rubano, dealing with expectations, the writing and production, the release and response, and so much more. Eddie’s passion for his former band is infectious. This was an all time convo.Eddie’s got some new music coming sooner rather than later, so be on the lookout.Follow Eddie here:IG: @eddiesundaytbsPhoto Credit: Alexandra Elisabetta Healey (IG: @alexandraelisabettaphoto)Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check them out here:Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlbandWe’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave. Check us out here:Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @PodioslaveYoutube: Podioslave PodcastEmail: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 229 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alan Robert, bassist of Life of Agony, as well as prolific artist/illustrator.  We hit on many different things with Alan, including early days with LOA, creating all of the art/logos for LOA, and Alan’s other gigs creating/illustrating ‘The Beauty of Horror’ coloring books, working with Universal Studios on the ‘Univseral Monsters’ coloring book, and his upcoming ‘Beetlejuice’ release.  This was an awesome convo with a super talented individual. Enjoy! Follow Alan and his projects here: Web: https://linktr.ee/alanrobertofficial Alan IG: @alanrobert666 Alan X: @arobert Life of Agony: Web: https://www.lifeofagony.com/ IG: @lifeofagonyofficial X: @offilifeofagony Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check them out here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave.  Check us out here: Web: https://www.podioslave.com/ IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 228 of the podcast, we dig into 25 years of Limp Bizkit’s nu metal classic, ‘Significant Other’. We welcome back Nu Metal Reddit mod and photographer extraordinaire Shawn to help us break it all down.  We dig into our early memories of the record, the lead up to the release, how TRL helped shape our collective musical tastes in that time, the record’s massive success, and so much more.  Worldwide, we collide, this is how we communicate. Check out Shawn here: Web: https://www.photorobbins.com/ Shawn IG: @Photo_Robbins, @numetalreddit Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check them out here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave.  Check us out here: Web: https://www.podioslave.com/  IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support

In episode 227 of the podcast, Tony is joined by multiple time guest WCYY rock radio DJ Rob to discuss the Spotify Billions Club.  We dig into the recent Loudwire article surrounding ”rock” bands/artists with songs that have reached 1 BILLION streams on the platform. There are some twists and turns, surprises, and songs we still aren’t sick of. This was a fun one.  We open the show with a catch up on the summer concerts we’ve attended, and a look at some shows coming up for us.  Check out Rob here: Rob IG: @realtorontheradio Check out the Loudwire article here: https://tinyurl.com/42j9s6xu Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check them out here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave.  Check us out here: Web: https://www.podioslave.com/  IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube: Podioslave Podcast Email: [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podioslave-podcast1/support