W is for War Profiteering is Killing Us All (with J Navarro)

W is for War Profiteering is Killing Us All (with J Navarro)

On this episode of P is for Punk, J Navarro of The Suicide Machines joins the show to take a deep dive into the band's album, War Profiteering Is Killing Us All. We discuss the political climate that inspired the record, working with Bill Stevenson at The Blasting Room, the band's return to its hardcore roots, and the stories behind the track. Drew and J reflect on the album's legacy more than two decades later, how its themes still resonate today, and the state of the band while recording.

V is for Vices (with Jon Lewis of The Dopamines)

This week on P Is for Punk, I'm joined by Jon Lewis of The Dopamines for a track-by-track breakdown of the band's album, Vices. Jon reveals that he originally wanted the record to be an EP before growing into one of my favorite full-length releases by the band. We dive into the stories behind songs, the songwriting process, the recording sessions, and how Vices formed. Follow The Dopamines on instagram @thedopaminesohio See them on tour with Pennywise and at Ohio is for Lovers Fest.

U is for Unicornography

This week on P Is for Punk, we cover The Falcon's Unicornography. We break down the band's Chicago punk roots, the album's bizarre artwork, and every track from this "supergroup". Follow on instagram @pisforpunk

T is for The Shape of Punk to Come

On this episode of P is for Punk, we're tackling one of the most influential and divisive punk records ever made: Refused's The Shape of Punk to Come. When the Swedish hardcore band released the album in 1998, it confused fans, sold poorly, and was followed almost immediately by the band's breakup. Yet over the following decades, it became a blueprint for modern post-hardcore, metalcore, and experimental punk. From jazz interludes and electronic textures to explosive hardcore riffs and revolutionary politics, Refused challenged every rule of what punk was supposed to be. We'll dive into the history of Refused, the creation of the album, the meaning behind its iconic artwork, and break down every track. Follow the show on social media: @pisforpunk

S is for Somewhere in the Between

This week on P is for Punk, we're taking a deep dive into Somewhere in the Between by Streetlight Manifesto. We explore the band's history, how they helped evolve ska-punk beyond its third-wave roots, and why this 2007 album remains one of the genre's defining records. From the explosive energy of "We Will Fall Together" to the emotional depth of "Forty Days" and the title track, we'll break down every song and discuss the musicianship, lyrics, and impact that made Streetlight Manifesto one of punk's most unique voices.