Classically Emo

welcome back to another week, emo's. this week is part two of my interview with Sugarcult's Marko DeSantis, where we continue our conversation from last week. we talk a bit about 'Start Static,' 'Lights Out,' and why the hell so many Sugarcult songs appear in the Van Wilder movie. oh, and if you're curious about the potential for new Sugarcult music, yeah, we talk about that, too.

if you've been following this podcast, you know that our first episode as Classically Emo was an episode where James Boss and I talked about Sugarcult's record, 'Lights Out.' one thing lead to another, and due to the powers that be (aka the internet), I ended up connecting with Sugarcult guitarist Marko DeSantis. after a few weeks of conversing, he was kind enough to join me and come on as a special guest for Classically Emo! we talk about all things Sugarcult, their first record, and more. check back next week for part two!

welcome back to classically emo, where we talk about classic emo records. as we've said before, there are no rules as to what makes an emo record classic. if we like it, it's classic. and that's that on arbitrary definitions, ok? anyway, this week my good friend Joel Funk joins the podcast to discuss New Found Glory's 2006 release, 'Coming Home,' -- which we, ever so humbly, believe is their best record. don't agree? that's fine, we already did the episode anyway. so press play and listen to our opinion for an hour, then come back and argue with us about it on twitter.

for this week's episode we are joined by the one and only James Shotwell (podcast host, writer, all around great guy) to discuss Armor for Sleep's album, 'What to Do When You Are Dead.' it's a doozy, trust us. 

what's up youtube, or whatever platform we are on here. remember youtuber drama? believe it or not, this podcast host does. press play and find out what that exactly means -- and then, continue to listen. why? because the one and only Scott Waldman joins us this week to dive into Jimmy Eat World's 2004 album, 'Futures.' it's a doozy, but in a good way. scouts honor.

HELLO. It's our fourth episode, isn't that crazy? Have you listened to all of the three previous yet? It's time to catch up, because this week's episode is a doozy. This week my good friend Molly Hudelson (who currently hosts the Good Charlotte-inspired Generation GC podcast) joins me to talk about the stunning Pentimento record that is 2015's I, No Longer. A classic record not by sales, but by how utterly great it is. Press play and find out what makes it so great. Then like, subscribe, follow on Twitter --- all the good stuff.

Becky Kovach from Big Picture Media joins us this week to talk about Yellowcard's 2007 album, 'Paper Walls.' Sure, it's probably not the Yellowcard album that you thought we'd cover here -- but it's the one that you needed to hear us do first. 'Paper Walls' is arguably Yellowcard's best album. Listen to this week's episode to find out why.

Episode 2! We've already made it two weeks, what a first week. Thank you all so much for checking out our first episode last week, I appreciate it beyond words. We've got another great episode lined up for you today, where I'm joined by my friend Landon Defever to discuss The Wonder Years' third studio album, 'Suburbia I've Given You All and Now I'm Nothing.' It's a record that doesn't need much introduction, but since it turns ten years old this year, made perfect sense to look back on it and share our thoughts.

On our very first episode as Classically Emo, we welcome James Boss to come on to our podcast and talk about Sugarcult's record, "Lights Out." It is the last record the band released before going on hiatus, and while it didn't achieve some of the successes as their previous releases, "Lights Out" remains in the hearts of at least two of us. Press play and listen to us share our thoughts on this record, what makes it classic, and why you need to learn to love it for yourself.

Becky Kovach from Big Picture Media returns to mark our first recurring guest -- but with a little different twist. This week we tackle the subject that is Fall Out Boy's best album: 'Folie A Deux.'

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This week's episode of Heart State Review features up-and-coming pop-punk band, Gravesend. We chat about the band's beginnings, their writing process, and of course our current pandemic! Make sure to listen, subscribe, and leave a review of your thoughts!

This week we are excited to be joined by Celeste Tauchar, who makes music under the name Talker -- a play on people mispronouncing her last name. We discuss the *correct* way to pronounce her last name, her career in music, as well as our mutual love for the Jonas Brothers and Nickelback. Yes, Nickelback. If you want it to make sense, hit the play button then subscribe to never miss an episode!

After a week away, we are excited to return with writer/podcaster/Haulix-er/do it all man, James Shotwell. Shotwell has been a leading voice in music journalism for nearly a decade -- something we touch on in this episode. We also talk about some fun interview stories, and his upcoming project that you won't want to miss out on. Press play, then subscribe, then review, and come back next week!

This week we are joined by Matthew Stewart, former band manager for bands like We Came As Romans and Sleeping With Sirens. This week's episode consists of us chatting with Matthew about his experience in the music industry, starting the Scream It Like You Mean It Tour, and eventually leaving the music industry. Now currently successfully running two doggy daycare's (with a third on the way), he's got a story that you won't want to miss.

Welcome to what is, officially, episode number four! Very excited to have such a wonderful guest with us this week: John James Ryan. JJR is an entirely too talented of an individual in music, who has spent many years touring across the globe in his own bands and touring managing for many others. In this week's episode we discuss the realities of being a tour manager, how much (how little) he is at home, and how he balances it all. If you're looking for a behind the scenes look into the music industry, you won't want to miss this week's episode!

This week we are joined by Becky Kovach of Big Picture Media! She joins us to tell her story as a music publicist, what she does, what preconceived notion most have about the publicist life, and of course, Fall Out Boy.

Eric from Heart Attack Man joins us this week! We discuss the beginning of the band, their album 'Fake Blood,' their upcoming music, and how he feels about people that are put off by his social media antics.

The very first episode kicks us off with Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup! It's truly an honor and pleasure to have him on the podcast, and launch this new endeavor of mine with such a great guest. We chat a bit about life, Bowling for Soup, their experience at the Grammy's, how he got to be the voice of Chuck E. Cheese, and much more!

Hey everyone! My name is Logan White and I've been working in the music industry for nearly a decade as a music journalist. I'm currently the digital content editor at Substream Magazine, and have been in that position for over a year. This is my introduction/trailer episode, where I just provide a bit more detail on my background, what the podcast will be, and where this name ultimately came from.