Ryan Vander Sanden - General Manager and Entertainment Director at EPIC Event Center in Green Bay

Candlebox's Kevin Martin on "Far Behind," Peter Klett's Return & New Music | Code Zero Radio

Candlebox frontman Kevin Martin talks with Code Zero Radio's Andy McNamara ahead of the band's show at EPIC Event Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Thirty-plus years after their quadruple-platinum self-titled debut, Candlebox is back with original guitarist Peter Klett back in the fold — and new music on the way. In this candid conversation, Kevin opens up about the true story behind "Far Behind" and its connection to Mother Love Bone's Andy Wood, what it was really like getting played on MTV every hour during the Seattle grunge explosion, and the wild Maverick Records marketing stunt that had Candlebox's name on billboards outside Madison Square Garden. He also talks about nearly retiring from music, why Peter Klett coming back reignited his passion for the band, life on the road (PlayStation golf and Spotify roulette included), and what fans can expect from the new songs the band is tracking this August in Palm Springs. Kevin also shares his deep ties to the Midwest — born in Chicago, raised in Seattle — and says he'd love to finally bring Candlebox to Appleton, Wisconsin. In this interview: - The real meaning behind "Far Behind" and Andy Wood - Getting played on MTV during Candlebox's rise - The Maverick Records / Madison Square Garden billboard story - Peter Klett's return to Candlebox - Recording at Robert Lang Studios & London Bridge Studio - New music coming this fall from a Palm Springs studio session - Candlebox's touring rituals and songwriting evolution since the '90s - An invite for Candlebox to play Appleton, Wisconsin Watch, listen, and follow Code Zero Radio for more artist interviews, local music coverage, and everything happening in the Fox Cities and Green Bay live music scene. #Candlebox #KevinMartin #FarBehind #PeterKlett #CodeZeroRadio #SeattleGrunge #90sRock #GreenBayWisconsin #EPICEventCenter #RockMusic #LiveMusic #FoxCitiesCore #WisconsinMusic #MTVGrunge #RockInterview

Mile of Music 13 Preview

Mile of Music is back — and this year it's officially a nonprofit! With Mile 13 less than a month away, Fox Cities Core host Andy McNamara sits down with three of the people who make it happen: founder Dave Willems, Director of Talent & Partnerships Ian Thomson, and Venue & Artist Relations lead Melissa Freeman.In this episode of Fox Cities Core — Code Zero Radio's weekly deep dive into the Fox Valley live music scene — the team breaks down what's new for Mile 13, including the shift to full 501(c)(3) nonprofit status as Mile of Music Inc., the ongoing search for the perfect August festival weekend, the strict 5-mile artist radius rule protecting downtown venues, why the Mile Bus won't be rolling this year, and how they balance genres beyond the festival's Americana roots — including the hardcore punk legends The Crosses. They also dig into the wild story of Mile One (60 planned artists turned into 107), the Artist Care Program that keeps musicians coming back, and why "more music, better community" drives everything they do.Mile of Music 13 takes over downtown Appleton, Wisconsin this August with hundreds of original artists across dozens of venues — bars, coffee shops, theaters, and parking lots all turned into stages for one unforgettable weekend of musical discovery. #MileofMusic #Appleton

Ryan Vander Sanden - General Manager and Entertainment Director at EPIC Event Center in Green Bay

Ryan Vander Sanden — General Manager and Entertainment Director at EPIC Event Center in Green Bay — joins Fox Cities Core on WCZR Code Zero Radio for a wide-open conversation about the business of live music, the stories behind the shows, and why Northeast Wisconsin's concert scene is better than ever.Ryan pulls back the curtain on everything from his first (hilariously disastrous) national booking — an LA Guns show where he bought every item on the rider, including the band's socks — to landing Megadeth and Obituary for the only two Wisconsin dates on their farewell tour. If you've ever wondered why your favorite band skipped Green Bay, why ticket prices are what they are, or what really happens backstage after the show, this episode is for you.HIGHLIGHTS:- How Ryan got his start in the music business — with zero experience and even less idea what "backline" meant- The behind-the-scenes reality of booking national acts: routing, rider riders, production costs, and why not every band can play every market- Landing Megadeth + Obituary for two exclusive Wisconsin stadium shows (August 1)- The story behind the Marilyn Manson show — protesters in the parking lot, a smoke machine that tripped the fire alarm, and fans who didn't flinch- GWAR on Easter. Marilyn Manson on Mother's Day. The cleanup crew. The Faygo. All of it.- EPIC's Friends of Epic Display — how stage-worn memorabilia from Jesse Dupree (Jackyl) to Corey Taylor ends up in the venue (and why it stays there)- Sleep Token as an opening act, and other "lightning in a bottle" moments before a band blows up- The origins of Behind the Curtain, EPIC's podcast with co-host Don Jamieson (That Metal Show), featuring guests like Wolfgang Van Halen, Chad Gray, Edwin McCain, and Ricky Rachman- Why Buddy Guy (October 9) might be your last chance to see a living blues legend — and why you shouldn't sit this one out- Lynyrd Skynyrd with Mark Farner and The Beach Boys — September 3, fully seated outdoor show- Napoleon Dynamite interactive screening — what to expect from the cast Q&A- Why EPIC has free parking, some of the lowest ticket fees in the region, and a liquor selection that rivals venues twice its size- Gene Simmons. Ozzy Osbourne. Wayne Newton's guitar inscription. The Avatar singer who wiped out mid-show. Rock and roll is still very much alive.Fox Cities Core is a live interview program on WCZR Code Zero Radio, an independent streaming rock station based in Appleton, Wisconsin. New episodes feature in-depth conversations with artists, industry insiders, and the people who make the regional music scene run.EPIC Event Center: https://www.epicgreenbay.comBehind the Curtain Podcast: Search "Behind the Curtain EPIC" wherever you listen#EPICEventCenter #GreenBayMusic #LiveMusic #FoxCitiesCore #WCZRCodeZeroRadio #BehindTheCurtain #RyanVanderSanden #Megadeth #BuddyGuy #LynyrdSkynyrd #MarilynManson #WisconsinMusic #ConcertVenue #MusicIndustry #FoxCities #Appleton #GreenBay #RockMusic #LiveMusicWisconsin #ConcertBooking

Bronson Arm

Kalamazoo noise rock duo Bronson Arm — Blake Bickel (baritone guitar/vocals) and Garrett Yates (drums) — stop by the studio in Appleton, Wisconsin for a wide-ranging conversation on Fox Cities Core, the weekly live interview show on WCZR Code Zero Radio, hosted by Andy McNamara. The band is on the road supporting their latest album Casket Schwagg (Learning Curve Records).In this interview, Blake and Garrett break down how two guys from opposite coasts ended up forming a powerhouse two-piece in Kalamazoo — meeting through their kids' school and a chance conversation at a brewery. Garrett opens up about a decade-long drumming hiatus while serving in the Navy on submarines, and how Blake immediately knew something special was there within the first 30 seconds of Garrett sitting back behind a kit. Blake reflects on his previous band The Great Goddamn in Seattle, his background in audio engineering and pedal-building, and his BFA in visual arts — which directly informs Bronson Arm's creative, concept-driven music videos.The conversation covers recording their self-titled debut in Blake's basement during COVID lockdown, the meaning behind the album title Casket Schwagg, their prolific music video output (including a burning couch, a karaoke dive bar, and a darker disclaimer-worthy clip), touring logistics as a DIY two-piece, playing to a click track live, and plans to take their sound to new territory on the next record. Plus — they're headed to Fest in Florida with 350 bands.Stick around for Ryan Fluke joining as a surprise co-host, comparisons to White Stripes, Black Keys, Sonic Youth, and Rage Against the Machine, and Blake revealing the KARP lyric behind the band name. Follow Bronson Arm:Website: bronsonarm.com Instagram: instagram.com/bronson_arm_noise Facebook: facebook.com/bronsonarm.noise

Horace Greene

Sam and Tony from Horace Green stop by Code Zero Radio's Fox Cities Core with host Andy McNamara to talk all things Powerlounge — their brand new full-length album dropping June 6th, recorded entirely in their own home studio over the course of two-plus years. In this episode, the guys break down the origins of their self-invented genre "Powerlounge" (yes, they looked it up — they're the first), the marathon 600+ hours of recording sessions, and how dialing in the drum sound for lead single "Nighttime Boi" set the tone for the rest of the album. They also talk about the other singles — "Cream" and "Hush" — and tease their upcoming fourth single, "Cosmic Bodies" (don't ask Tony what it's about). Plus, the big news: Stone Arch Brewery has brewed a limited-run Horace Green cream ale exclusively for the album release show — on tap for one night only. Album Release Show — June 6thGibson Community Music HallWith Scorched Waves & Hang TenLimited Horace Green Cream Ale on tapVinyl & CDs available at the show Tickets are moving fast — grab yours now before the door sells out! Fox Cities Core airs on Code Zero Radio, your home for local Fox Cities music. YouTube Chapters: 0:00 Intro – Horace Green Returns to Code Zero Radio Fox Cities Core0:30 New Album "Power Lounge" – Release Date & Album Release Show June 6th1:47 How Does the Band Feel With the Album Finally Done?2:16 Singles "Nighttime Boy," "Cream," and "Hush" – What to Expect on the Album2:38 What Is "Power Lounge"? Horace Green Invents a New Genre7:04 Band Photography & Visual Aesthetic Behind the Power Lounge Era8:14 The "Summer of Cream" & "Fall of Cream" – Fan Reaction8:45 Horace Green Gets Their Own Craft Beer from Stone Arch Brewery13:05 Recording "Power Lounge" in Their Own Home Studio14:35 How Long Did It Take? The $30,000 Recording Decision15:32 How a Horace Green Song Is Born – Tony's Songwriting Process18:29 10 Years of Horace Green – Surviving the "Great Filters" of Band Life19:43 West Coast Tour Announced – Dates, Cities & Jam in the Van (LA)22:54 Atwood Festival Madison 2026 & the Fox Cities Music Scene29:33 Live Band Setup – Keys, Todd the Utility Player & the Four-Piece Era33:34 Ghost Ko – Horace Green's Secret Side Project with 100 Unreleased Songs35:01 Does a Band Still Need a Website in 2025?36:44 First Full Vinyl Release – Behind the Scenes of Pressing "Power Lounge" on Vinyl47:14 Mile of Music Announcement & What Makes the Festival Special49:26 Bucket List Goals – Playing the Sphere, the Moon & Dream Collaborations52:18 New Single "Cosmic Bodies" Out This Friday53:36 Tickets, Cream Ale on Tap & What to Expect at the June 6th Show54:53 Thanks & Outro