A podcast featuring interviews with underground musicians telling wild stories from life on tour.
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Welcome to the grand debut of the Indie Author Showcase! Join us as we spotlight talented independent authors, dive into the challenges and triumphs of the indie author’s journey, and explore the ins and outs of writing and publishing!
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Award-Winning Audiobook & Epic Sci-Fi Review: Short Bites Wins, Forsaken Mercenary Reviewed
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In this exciting episode of the Indie Author Podcast, we're thrilled to announce that The Last Rite: Short Bites Vol 1 – Bloodlines has won the prestigious Audiobook Reviewer's Choice Award! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate this major achievement for Spectral Ink and dive into a detailed review of Forsaken Mercenary: Dropship by Jonathan Yanez. We explore…
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Grappling with "Monster Matador" and Top Indie Author Awards
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In this exciting episode of the Indie Author Showcase, we venture into the vibrant and action-packed world of "Monster Matador," a graphic novel that blends thrilling adventure with bold visuals. Join us as we review this unique tale of a matador who battles monstrous threats in a post-apocalyptic setting. We'll delve into the storyline, artistic s…
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Exploring "The Forever Ship" and Alex's Sci-Fi Magic Rant
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In this lively episode of the Indie Author Showcase, we set sail into the captivating world of "The Forever Ship" by Scott Bartlett Joshua James, a thrilling novel that blends elements of science fiction and adventure. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of this fascinating tale, dissecting its intricate plot, dynamic characters, and the imaginativ…
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Surviving the End: A Review of K. C. Cordell’s "So You Survived the End of the World"
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In this riveting episode of the Indie Author Showcase, we delve into the post-apocalyptic world crafted by K. C. Cordell in the novellas "So You Survived the End of the World." Join us as we navigate through Cordell's compelling narratives, exploring themes of survival and the author's quirky sense of humor. Our hosts provide an in-depth review of …
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Unraveling "The Half Murders" with Brandon McNulty
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In this episode of the Indie Author Showcase, we dive into the chilling world of "The Half Murders," the latest thriller from acclaimed indie author Brandon McNulty. Join us as we explore the intricate plot, complex characters, and the dark, suspenseful atmosphere that McNulty masterfully crafts in his newest release. Tune in for an engaging and en…
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In this captivating episode of the Indie Author Showcase, we sit down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Jeff Cheney, the brilliant mind behind the gripping "Music Box Murders" and the thrilling "Dead Reckoning" series, co-authored with his brothers Craig and Jared Cheney. Join us as we dive into the creative process, inspirations, and behi…
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Discussing adverbs and reviewing Siren's Song by Cynthia Diamond
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Even a topic as simple as adverbs quickly goes off the rails with Chad and Alex. Then they review the paranormal romance Siren's Song, the first book of the Wyrd Love series by Cynthia Diamond.By Spectral Ink Productions
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Monsterpalooza 2024 and review of Dead Reckoning by the Cheney brothers!
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Monsterpalooza 2024 has come and gone. We talk about what worked, what didn't, the highs, and the lows. We also review Dead Reckoning, a militaristic sci-fi novel by Jeffery Cheney, Craig Cheney, and Jared Cheney!By Spectral Ink Productions
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Getting ready for Monsterpalooza and Todd Fahnestock's Wildmane
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In this episode, we talk about our sales strategy for working the booth at Monsterpalooza, and we review Wildmane, the first book in the Threadweaver series by Todd Fahnestock.By Spectral Ink Productions
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In honor of AAPI heritage month, we review Mask of Haliya
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With May being AAPI, we talk about something we know a little something about, and that's the monsters found in Filipino mythology. We also review the comic series The Mask of Haliya from Kwento Comics! Note: this episode was recorded and meant to air during May, but was delayed due to a family emergency.…
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Review of Feather Falls - Golden State Stories
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We review Feather Falls : Golden State Stories but Shawn Hartje, the first (and probably only) book review we did from Pubby!By Spectral Ink Productions
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In this episode, we are thrilled to have Todd Fahnestock, the talented author behind the beloved Threadweaver series and the insightful book on writing, Falling to Fly. Join us as we explore Todd's fascinating journey from aspiring writer to accomplished author, uncovering the secrets behind his enchanting worlds and memorable characters. Discover …
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Pubby, Show not Tell, and Review of Brute Force
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We start with an exploration of the review-trading service Pubby, which leads to a bit of a tirade on the concept of "show not tell" followed by the use of the word "said." When all that is said and done (pun intended) we review Brute Force by Scott Meyer and narrated by Luke Daniels.By Spectral Ink Productions
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Review of Bad Karma, and the 3 Tenets of Psychological Horror
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In this podcast, we talk about what makes horror so spine-chilling. We mean the kind that touches your very soul by reviewing the three tenets of psychological horror. We also review Bad Karma by Paul Wilson.By Spectral Ink Productions
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Indie Author Showcase -Authors helping authors at Wondercon
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Join us on the Indie Author Showcase podcast as we dive into the riveting world of literature with a review of "It's Alive" by Julian David Stone. Delve into the intricacies of this thrilling narrative and discover what makes it a must-read for fans of the genre. But that's not all! We also share our firsthand experiences attending Wondercon this y…
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Indie Author Showcase -YA and Trade Show Horrors
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We review Aether Bound by Megan Haskell, discuss what we learned when preparing for our first YA horror novel, and share some horror stories from some of the trade shows we've attended.By Spectral Ink Productions
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Indie Author Showcase - getting canceled the first day!
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In our premiere episode, we delve into 'As Seen On TV' by John Wayne Comunale, a thrilling start to our book reviews. Plus, we tackle the complexities of creating authentic LGBTQ characters in our writing.By Spectral Ink Productions
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TWD Episode 26 - "Juice & Hoz" Part 2 - Justine Valdez & Hozoji Matheson-Margullis
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Part 2 of our chat with Hozoji (Helms Alee, Lozen, Uukwuuk, Tacos!) and Justine of the Northwest 2 piece rippers, LOZEN. The exciting conclusion of an alcohol fueled stumble through tour memories. Is it secret? Is it safe? Falling asleep at the wheel. Montana dude compounds. Suspended licenses.By Jon Weisnewski and Jeff McNulty
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TWD Episode 25 - "Juice & Hoz" Part 1 - Justine Valdez & Hozoji Matheson-Margullis
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Part 1 of a chat with Hozoji (Helms Alee, Lozen, Uukwuuk) and Justine of the Northwest 2 piece rippers, LOZEN. For the first time on the show we revisit past tour stories with a new perspective. Vans held hostage, hairy border crossings into Juarez, and of course no TWD episode would complete without a hand job at knife point.…
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TWD Episode 24 - "Get into melee mode" - Tad Doyle
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A long overdue chat with one of the kindest and most humble musicians out there (who also happens to be a living legend), Tad Doyle of the band Tad and Brothers of the Sonic Cloth. We talk about the early days of Seattle's heavy music scene, set a new record for near-death tour stories in a single show, and Tad drops a true stunner of a tour story …
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TWD Episode 23 - "Fewer notes a larger number of times" Part2 - Aaron Beam & Bryan Giles
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Part 2 of our hand held skip along memory lane, window shopping the best tour stories from Red Fang's prolific career as road warriors. A gingko-biloba trust is breached, myths are busted, the grim truths of stage diving are revealed, and an endearing moment during a deadly van crash is exposed. Bryan falls asleep.…
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TWD Episode 22 - "Fewer notes a larger number of times" Part 1 - Aaron Beam & Bryan Giles
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Part 1 of two interviews with Aaron Beam and Bryan Giles of the fabulous RED FANG, possibly one of the hardest working touring bands in America today. We discuss saxophonic beginnings, how not to tantrum on stage, and the origin of The Hand Shake. A deeply shameful amount of cat feces is also discussed.…
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TWD Episode 21 - "Just bad things" - Kayhan Vaziri
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A deep relaxing soak into the soothing baritone of Kayhan Vaziri as he enlightens our hosts with stories from Yautja, Coliseum, and Die Young. How fast can one procure a passport prior to a border crossing? What hell awaits the damned who have clothes stolen on day one of tour? How many dogs are required to find Mexican shwag at a military checkpoi…
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TWD Episode 20 - "I like it when you sound dumb" - Rob Hampton & Jonathan Carman
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In episode 20 we catch up with our old friend Rob Hampton who played with hardly known The New Mexicans, and the greatly known Band of Horses. Joining us is also his current band mate Jonathan Carman who brings us tour stories from his former bands Leslie, and Farewell to Fashion. Together they play in Majic Dust. Never ask to see a stranger's gun …
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TWD Episode 19 - "You've got a bat problem" - Laura Pleasants & Corey Barhorst
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A business/casual interview with friends and road-mates Laura Pleasants and Corey Barhorst, who for 15 years crushed the underground metal scene in Kylesa. Buying a used van from an ex cop! Touring in vans without seats! Touring in cars that aren't vans! None of these are good ideas! We also discuss the lifestyle choices one makes to support 'the l…
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TWD Episode 18 - "Spiritual Coping Mechanisms" - Kelli Frances Corrado
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A fantastic talk with solo touring musician Kelli Frances Corrado, who brings a unique and mystical approach to her art and how she tours. What kind of encounters fall into your lap when you consult a seer prior to tour? How do dream rituals help one prepare for a six week tour alone in a rental car? Literally our most magical interview yet.…
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TWD Episode 17 - "The things we do" Part 2 - Meg Castellanos & Tony Aguilar
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Part 2 of our interview with Meg Castellanos and Tony Aguilar, the tremendous couple behind All Souls and Totimoshi. Tony finds himself in fisticuffs in a driving van, Meg face plants, and both of them offer soulful perspectives to the boring white male hosts on what it's like to tour in their shoes.…
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TWD Episode 16 - "The things we do" Part 1 - Meg Castellanos & Toni Aguilar
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Part 1 of a long interview with Meg Castellanos and Toni Aguilar, the talented couple behind All Souls and Totimoshi. Insane times with a party-wild drummer. Nature calls amidst a domestic suicide attempt. Skin heads thwarted. A border crossing gets very personal.By Jon Weisnewski and Jeff McNulty
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TWD Episode 15 - "I thought you had taste" - JBOT of Captured! By Robots
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Our first and likely only interview with a touring artist and self taught robotics expert, JBOT, the DIY warrior behind Captured! By Robots; a touring and recording band of actual hand built robots. We talk about his touring origins during the third wave of ska in the 90's, and how travelling with a nine piece band can drive one to a solitary life …
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TWD Episode14 - "The least helpful bag" - Rob Sheridan
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A fun and hilarious chat with Rob Sheridan, who for many years was the Art Director and creative force behind Nine Inch Nails' stunning live show. Rob tells us what is involved with bringing a live show of this magnitude on the road, how not to piss off Trent Reznor, and gives us the best hotbag story ever told on the airwaves.…
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TWD Episode 13 - "Everybody got knives" - Coady Willis
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A long delicious talk with Coady WIllis, drummer of Big Business, Melvins, Murder City Devils, Dead Low Tide and more. A dirty punk show begets a lap dance which begets a full on brawl. Bladed Christmas gifts are not enough to impress Lemmy. A nefarious Texas State Trooper returns. A rare Rick James is spotted in his element. A foreign tour through…
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TWD Episode 12 - "Cat Sandwich" - Conan Neutron
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We talk with tour veteran Conan Neutron about his decades of touring in Replicator, Victory and Associates, and Conan Neutron and the Secret Friends. Circus metal is mutually denigrated. Box Elder is pondered. A most unfortunate happy hour is discovered. Band fights beget band make-ups. Boris the cat wins initiative.…
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TWD Episode 11 - "Boys among men" Part 2 - Akimbo & Teen Cthulhu
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Jon Weisnewski (host) invites his long time friends Nat Damm (Akimbo, Sandrider), TJ Cowgill (King Dude, Teen Cthulhu), Brandon Nakamura (Teen Cthulhu, Doomsday 1999), and Travis Nakamura (Teen Cthulhu, Doomsday 1999) to tell the story of their first tour together 20 years ago. In part 2 we discuss the second half of the tour: Bakersfield, LA, and …
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TWD Episode 10 - "Boys among men" Part 1 - Akimbo & Teen Cthulhu
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Jon Weisnewski (host) invites his long time friends Nat Damm (Akimbo, Sandrider), TJ Cowgill (King Dude, Teen Cthulhu), Brandon Nakamura (Teen Cthulhu, Doomsday 1999), and Travis Nakamura (Teen Cthulhu, Doomsday 1999) to tell the story of their first tour together 20 years ago. In part 1 we detail the first half of the tour: Seattle to San Francisc…
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TWD Episode 9 - "A seagull with no wings" - Jesse Roberts and Joe Plummer
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We share a few clips from individual sessions. Jesse Roberts (Sandrider, Old Iron, The Ruby Doe, Kid Congo Powers) sets a record for most U-Hauls used in a weekend warrior tour. Joe Plummer (Cold War Kids, The Shins, Modest Mouse, Black Heart's Procession) may or may not have broken into a parked vehicle to swap parts for a parking lot van fix. Sea…
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TWD Episode 8 - "If you're willing to be stupid" - Ethan Anderson
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A mimosa fueled chat with the charming Ethan Anderson of Seattle americana group Massy Ferguson. He reminisces about early days touring the college circuit, a patchwork European tour featuring a pre-deployment send off show for the US Army's 1st Armored Tank Division, what really happens when the band passes the tequila bottle, and an endearing sto…
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TWD Episode 7 - "Pissing in a Trash Can" - WHORES.
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Field trip episode featuring Christian Lembach, Casey Maxwell, and Joel Willis of the Atlanta band WHORES. Jon chats with them about European toilet situations, how much tour earns the right for a hashtag, illegal apples, and how one navigates a 15 passenger van plus trailer through a Taco Bell drive thru (one doesn't). Also joining are Matt Koroul…
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TWD Episode 6 - "I know I'm not a badass" - Brian Cook
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Brian Cook, legendary shredder from Botch, These Arms Are Snakes, Roy, Russian Circles, Mammifer, Sumac, and probably a few dozen more talks with us about his career as a touring human. We find out what it's like to tour Hawaii and/or Russia, how tough The Get Up Kids truly are, and make a crucial connection back to a fateful night in Dayton, Ohio.…
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TWD Episode 5 - "What's wrong with waving at a cop?" - Demian Johnston & Shane Mehling
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Shane Mehling and Demian Johnston talk to us about touring in Great Falls, Playing Enemy, Hemmingway, NineIronSpitFire, and Undertow. Important questions are asked! Would you wave at a cop? Do you bring a towel? Where is my shirt and why is it not on my torso? Where would you like to be tazed? Answers await!…
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TWD Episode 4 - "Rock & Roll Cockroach" - Field trip with Kyle Shutt
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Our first field trip (out of studio interview) with Kyle Shutt of The Sword. Jon talks to Kyle about his tour life with The Sword, meeting Lars Ulrich and supporting Metallica on the road, meeting even more famous people, Russian mafia, Phil Anselmo's male heritage, and more.By Jon Weisnewski and Jeff McNulty
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TWD Episode 3 - "We don't have food, we have crime." - Lisa Mungo & Brian McClelland
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Lisa Mungo and Brian McClelland talk with us about touring in Fucked & Bound, He Whose Ox is Gored, and more. We learn about hot bagging and savage brews, hear a harrowing story of being chased down by a crazy psycho, and discover the universal magnetic pull of Albequerque New Mexico.By Jon Weisnewski and Jeff McNulty
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TWD Episode 2 - "Got Any Mad Libs?" - Corey J Brewer
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Corey J Brewer talks to us about touring with his solo music, and as a roadie/merch slinger for Murder City Devils, Dead Low Tide, and GODHEADSILO. Topics discussed include the allure of Weed, CA, practical hazards of touring in arctic conditions, and what happens to cheeseburgers after being rejected by legendary rap artists.…
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TWD Episode 1 - "Cheeseburgers are delicious" - Lupe Flores
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Episode 1 of TOMORROW WE DIE! a podcast bringing you interviews with underground touring musicians, telling crazy stories from life on tour. Episode 1 features Lupe Flores, the ferocious drummer of Tacos!, Wild Powwers, LORBO, and Sugar Sugar Sugar.www.wildpowwers.comhttps://tacosband.bandcamp.comwww.twitter.com/TomorrowWeDiePC…
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