The Sonic Temple

Strawberry Fuzz

In this episode, Jake sat down with Colby, Dash, Kris, Alex, and Andy from Venice Beach’s Strawberry Fuzz. We had a great discussion about writing albums, working with Candy Shop Management, and Licorice Pizza, memorable moments on tour, and much more. They’ve recently opened for bands like the Buzzcocks and Fishbone. Strawberry Fuzz is planning on releasing a fourth album.  The Sonic Temple is a radio show broadcast from Loyola Marymount University on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM PST. Playing music that’s fuzzy, crunchy, and distorted. Interview Filmed by Raphael Dael @rldvideo [https://www.instagram.com/rldvideo/] Remember to like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@the.sonictemple] Also, check us out on Instagram @the.sonictemple  [https://www.instagram.com/the.sonictemple/] Please follow, review, and rate the podcast on any platform to help us keep the interviews going!

Impolite Society (2026)

In this episode, Jake speaks with Tony, Brian, and Matt from Impolite Society. Hailing from the heart of Berks County, PA, Impolite Society is a hard-rocking band formed in 2023. We had another great discussion about the band’s local live music scene, their latest releases, and music influences. Impolite Society will be opening up for Lych Mob at the Nikki Lopez South Street Philly on February 24th, 2026, at 7:00 PM EST.  Get your tickets here: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/lynch-mob-breakker-impolite-society-nikki-lopez-philly-tickets/14069494 [https://www.ticketweb.com/event/lynch-mob-breakker-impolite-society-nikki-lopez-philly-tickets/14069494] The Sonic Temple is a radio show broadcast from Loyola Marymount University on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM PST. Playing music that’s fuzzy, crunchy, and distorted. Listen to the radio show here: https://www.lmu.edu/about/radio/klmu/ [https://www.lmu.edu/about/radio/klmu/] Remember to like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@the.sonictemple [https://www.youtube.com/@the.sonictemple] Also, check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.sonictemple/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/the.sonictemple/?hl=en] Please follow, review, and rate the podcast on any platform to help us keep the interviews going!

Gruntruck (Tim Paul, Tommy Niemeyer, & Scott McCullum)

Interview with Tim Paul, Tommy Niemeyer, and Scott McCullum of Gruntruck. Aired on May 12, 2025, on The Sonic Temple Radio.

The Effigies (Steve Economu & Paul Zamost)

Interview with Steve Economou and Paul Zamost of The Effigies. Aired on April 23, 2025, on The Sonic Temple Radio.

Impolite Society

Interview with Tony, Brian, and Matt From Impolite Society. Aired on February 5th, 2025, on The Sonic Temple Radio.