Episode 21: John Wiese

A few weeks ago Jay and I did a little Q&A based off some listener submissions. It was fun, and lighthearted, and I think that is the best way to send the podcast off on until its time to return from hiatus. I hope everyone enjoys. Thank you for listening. Until next time (and there… Continue reading Episode 24: Listener Q and A →

On our last interview episode before hiatus, Roman sits down with Michael Nine to discuss his pathway into experimental sound and performance and his experiences performing as DEATH SQUAD and beyond.  You can support Michael directly at: mk9.org Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Listen Here

If there’s any reason this podcast ever works properly, its probably because Jay of BLESSED SACRIFIST is losing his hair trying to correct Roman’s constant mistakes. From audio quality to finalizing every episode, Jay’s been the producer behind the host and the podcast for the last year. It seemed only sensible to finally have him… Continue reading Episode 22: Blessed Sacrifist →

For almost 30 years now, John Wiese has been a prolific and profound artist within both the sound and visual arts, operating as a solo act and also within influential acts such as SISSY SPACEK and LHD. John sat down with Roman last October for a comprehensive look at his trajectory and the motivations for… Continue reading Episode 21: John Wiese →

In the first episode where the interview was recorded during the pandemic and with social distancing conditions, percussionist Michael Kimaid from the experimental group KBD joins us to talk about finding his way from a childhood drumset to a lifetime of experiences from punk, hardcore, and finally noise. You can support KBD at: thenoisyattic.com Follow… Continue reading Episode 20: Michael Kimaid →

This month Roman is joined by the UK’s Dean Lloyd Robinson of KNIFEDOUTOFEXISTENCE. Shortly after completing a weekend tour of the No Coast USA, the conversation here captures us exploring Dean’s pathway into and throughout noise, the mental health struggles of being an artist, and more. An excellent listen as always! You can support Knifedoutofexistence… Continue reading Episode 19: Knifedoutofexistence →

April quarantines bring May… well, quarantines, but luckily this month we are joined by MIKE SHIFLET in a great discussion about punk and DIY ethos and how transformative those can be not only in the world of experimental music, but beyond. You can support Mike at: mikeshiflet.bandcamp.com Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Follow us on Twitter:… Continue reading Episode 18: Mike Shiflet →

Does anyone in the world of noise really not know who AARON DILLOWAY is?! Probably not, and for good reason. Whether its his work as a member of WOLF EYES or on his own as a recording artist, or  as the brain behind HANSON RECORDS as a label, distro, and brick and mortar shop, Aaron… Continue reading Episode 17: Aaron Dilloway →

Zen Zsigo joins me again for a brief conversation about his new EP, “More Songs About Drowning” and was kind enough to put a delightful tape loop soundtrack behind it. You can support Cremation Lily at: cremationlily.bandcamp.com Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Support us monthly on Patreon: patreon.com/harshtruthspodcast Listen Here

This month’s guest is Kate Rissiek of RUSALKA, a harsh noise juggernaut going strong for over a decade. She joins us for a great discussion, on her work and experiences in the experimental community, so tune in and enjoy! You can support Rusalka via her website: http://rusalka.org Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Support us monthly on… Continue reading Episode 16: Rusalka →