Episode 38: Johnny Ruiz & the Escapers

Episode 38: Johnny Ruiz & the Escapers

In this episode, we sit down with Colt, Daniel, Jeymar, Jon, Johnny, Kailyn, Marcus, and Micah of Johnny Ruiz & the Escapers. Joining us all the way from Las Vegas, the band talks about the early days of forming the band, the music that shaped their sound, and the timeless blend of sweet soul and classic harmonies that defines their music. We also get into what’s ahead for the band in 2026 and their growth over the years. The band also performs stripped-down acoustic versions of  "Sorry" and their brand new song  “Word Around the Block" live exclusively for Strychnine Radio.  Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404748/fan_mail/new] IG : strychnine_radio

Episode 37: The Offtrax

In this episode, we sit down with Bailey, David, Kevin, Marco, and Vic of The Offtrax, an Orange County band blending Indie and Garage Rock into a sound that’s all their own. What started as a jam session between high school friends has grown into a band carving out their place in the music scene. We talk about their roots, musical influences, and how their sound has evolved over the years. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404748/fan_mail/new] IG : strychnine_radio

Episode 36: The Volcanics

In this episode, we sit down with Ben, Jarrod, and Frankie of The Volcanics, a San Gabriel Valley band embodying the spirit of traditional Southern California surf music. We talk about their influences, their signature sound, and how they’ve carved out their place in the surf scene. We also get into their latest record "In 3-D" and what continues to drive their high-energy, instrumental sound. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404748/fan_mail/new] IG : strychnine_radio

Episode 35: Hyper Minds

In this episode, we sit down with Juan, Kumar, Paco, and Roland of Hyper Minds, an East Los Angeles band blending Garage, Punk and Psych into a raw, high-energy sound. We talk about their roots, musical influences, and how they’ve been building momentum since forming in early 2024. We also dive into their creative process, the direction of their sound, and what’s ahead for the band in 2026, including new music on the way. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404748/fan_mail/new] IG : strychnine_radio

Episode 34: Eddie Lopez

In this episode, we sit down with Eddie Lopez of Eddie and thee Scorpions. We talk about the influences behind his high-energy Rock & Roll sound, his journey in music, and what keeps him inspired. Beyond music, Eddie is involved in several crafts including barbering, custom pinstriping, DJing, and restyling classic cars.  Eddie also performs two songs live exclusively for Strychnine Radio — acoustic versions of “Across the Sea” and “Devil Woman.” Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404748/fan_mail/new] IG : strychnine_radio