The Where We Left Off Podcast

This week on the show we are joined by Danny Rocco, better known as Des Rocs. We talk music, touring, food and more on this weeks episode! Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off.

This week we invited our good friend Marc Leibowitz from 1% Productions and The Waiting Room/Reverb Lounge for a discussion on all things Omaha music scene related. Marc has been booking shows in Omaha for nearly 30 years. He's got a great story and we cover a lot of ground in this one. Most notably, we discuss 1% Productions recent purchase of Sokol Auditorium.    Tune in and follow us on social media!  Twitter - @LeftOffPod Facebook - The Where We Left Off Podcast Instagram - @thwehereweleftoffpodcast 

In this weeks episode Tommy and Austin are joined by Mike Wasylenko, better known in the scene as Metal Mike. Tour Manger, Backline Tech, Day to Day Artist Manager, and guitarist for Triple B artist: Never Ending Game. We catch up with Mike and get a deeper look at what it means to support an artist on and off the road as a manager and tech.  Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off. 

This week on the show we are joined by Alex Garcia, guitarist for Mayday Parade. We talk all things Mayday Parade, trade funny tour stories, and so much more. Join us in the conversation this week! Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off.

This week on the show we are joined by Tj Petracca, co-creator of Emo Nite LA and Ride or Cry. This week we sat down for a conversation about all things Emo Nite, their new adventure with Emo BITE LA, the return of parties after the pandemic, and so much more. Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off.

This week on the show we are joined by Travis Riley. Vocalist of This Is Hell, Product Manager for Warner Music, and Owner of Private Hell Clothing.  Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off. 

This week we are joined by Daniel Defonce, booking agent for Continental Touring and creator of the Devastation On The Nation Tour.  Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off. 

In this weeks episode Tommy and Austin are joined by Rick Carson Multi Grammy Nominated engineer and owner of Make Believe Studios.  Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off. 

We invited Chris Davis from The Ghost Inside and Texas In July on the podcast this week! Chris has an inspiring story to share in lieu of his recovery from a tragic bus accident that The Ghost Inside encountered in 2015. We talk about his early days in Texas In July, what it's like being a Dad, joining The Ghost Inside on the road, navigating life after the tragic bus crash, what the future holds for TGI, and why it's important to protect your hearing while you still have it.  Defiance Podcast Link: https://www.defiance.news/podcast/coming-soon-1333-days-the-incredible-story-of-the-ghost-inside Iron Foot Audio: https://www.ironfootaudio.com/

In this weeks episode Tommy and Austin are joined by Jordan Benjamin, or as most of you may know him, Grandson. Currently he is signed to Fueled by Ramen, just released his Debut album at the end of 2020, and is the holder of a Fresh platinum single. We talk about releasing music in a brand new market, the importance of mental health and self care, and of course share some fun stories from the road.  Tommy and Austin have been working together for more than 10 years. From managing a DIY venue to traveling the midwest throwing parties, they’ve met some interesting people along the way. This podcast is dedicated to conversations with artists that they have formed friendships with and see time and time again. Picking up, Where They Left Off.