Join MC Lars as he talks to friends and colleagues about their creative processes and influences. Featuring conversations with rappers, musicians, writers, educators and DIY mavericks, the MC Lars Podcast is sure to leave you thinking and smiling.
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When I first got into hardcore I witnessed some pretty wild events. There were fights with skinheads, suburban dudes acting as "crews," countless stage dives, a full scale riot, black eyes, a broken nose, and a broken window at a gig in a second story loft courtesy of a guitar amp. There was also the time we all had to wait it out because someone pulled a gun out in the parking lot. This all transpired within my first two years in the scene. Needless to say I was hooked. This podcast will se ...
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https://linktr.ee/weirdpalspod Two men discuss the discography of "Weird Al" Yankovic song-by-song. It's just like those other Yankovic-themed podcasts...but EVEN WORSE.
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Hear people share their passions and geek out about their favourite stories. The word ‘geek’ comes with a stereotype, let’s look beyond that and hear from the real people.
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A unique as heck solo podcast with my random chaotic mind unleashed inside a fictional treehouse setting for the vibe. New episodes of the most innovative podcast about everything on the internet.
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New Artist Model ( http://newartistmodel.com ) in an online music business school for independent musicians, performers, recording artists, producers, managers, and songwriters who are driven to succeed and want to work smarter. Taught by Dave Kusek, the founder of Berkleemusic, New Artist Model offers a variety of classes that let you learn anywhere, anytime and at a fraction of the cost of other classes. You pick what aspects of your career you need help with the most and New Artist Model ...
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Host Jeff Hall talks to guest about whatever topic, interest, profession, curiosity that they want to talk about. Take time to wind down and give a listen. Wine is optional but encouraged.
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On this episode, Josh welcomes Hudson Valley's Grave Heist back to the podcast. With a new EP called “Desperate Times” dropping soon and an appearance on Spreading The Hardcore Reality next month, we figured this would be a great time to catch up with Ethan and Dan and tall about what the band has been up to since we last spoke. Towards the end of …
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Greg interviews Anthony and Chris from Long Island, NY's Overthrow on episode 169 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Overthrow were first active in the Long Island and NYHC scene in the mid-1990s and played shows throughout the northeast with bands like E-Town Concrete, Indecision, Kid Dynamite, Shutdown, and Madball. The guys in @overthrow_lihc …
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Greg and Josh take another trip down under in this interview Sean from No Hope on episode 168. @NoHopeHC is a melodic hardcore band from Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, and have a sound that will appeal to fans of Verse, Comeback Kid, and Have Heart. Sean discusses how he became acquainted with hardcore punk and the importance of CD samplers from pun…
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Tim and Andy follow-up season five loose threads that include the MC Lars show, finding Weird Al fanfic, and building a music playlist. Then they present their ordered list of favorite songs from "Even Worse." Want to be a part of Season 6??? Contact the show at weirdpalspod@gmail.com Or find us on social media @weirdpalspod…
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Episode 167 - Chris Wrenn (Bridge Nine Records)
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On Episode 167 Greg and Josh are joined by Chris Wrenn from Bridge Nine Records. Chris discusses the early years of the record label in the mid-90s, the origins of Edge Day and the last Ten Yard Fight show, and how proceeds from the sales of the infamous "Yankees Suck" t-shirts financed some of the early 2000s most significant hardcore albums and p…
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"Good Old Days" with Adrian Ruvalcaba
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One last song for “Even Worse” one last intro written in verse. It’s a Charles Manon lullaby. Does your Ex-boyfriend dress like Marty McFly? Can you still watch Rush Hour with your friends? Eskimo brothers with Hobo Johnson. Raise awareness for kids in beds. Get a Hamilton tune stuck in your head. It’s time for our show to start now; we’re covering…
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On episode 166 Greg and Josh interview Dan Cross-Viola from World on Fire after doing a sting of solo episodes. World on Fire is hardcore band from Buffalo, NY that combines elements of d-beat into a unique sound that will appeal to fans of both genres.Dan shares his hardcore origin story and discusses how the band came together. Dan, Greg, and Jos…
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Coming at you with another podcast, there’s three young kids who blow up rap. If you take the lines from a commercial script, does it count as a song, or is it a skit? MB made the game, but sales are slippin’. You can sell to the masses if you get Merv Griffen. Love to Mike D, MCA, and Ad Rock, but real ones know is all about Schellenbach. It’s tim…
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Episode 165 - Michael "Popeye" Vogelsang (Calling Hours/Farside)
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On episode of 165 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg is joined by Michael "Popeye" Vogelsang of Calling Hours and Farside. Greg and Popeye discuss his introduce to hardcore in the 1980s, experiences he had attending hardcore shows in Orange County, and the influence early California hardcore bands like Hard Stance had on him. The discussion also…
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"Velvet Elvis" with Ellen Morgan Hufft
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Got another episode, if you dare, and we might just be a little underprepared. This weird al song is old, but new. Does your boyfriend have knuckle tattoos? Bumble bee sweaters were all the rage. Headmasters have a lollipop phase. Psychonauts and College Radio, Venereal diseases and pastel woes. It's time for our show to start now; we’re covering “…
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This episode features a conversation Josh recently had with Jake from Mile End. Mile End are a hardcore band from Canada that have been making some noise in recent months. During the conversation, Josh and Jake talk about the history of the band, the record coming out on NMZ, as well all of the other upcoming Mile End plans for the rest of 2024. Yo…
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Our show is back with a brand new guest and cover the punks of Generation X. Don’t cheat on your spouse if you wanna keep your money. Can you write about divorce and really make it funny? Weird Al songs that never made the cut, if Glee songs are great, do the originals suck? Journal entries and Ex-girlfriends...need some support? Just try a reddit …
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On episode 163, Josh is joined by Gary from the Denver band Eyes Of Salt. Eyes Of Salt are a melodic hardcore band that just released a new EP called “What To Do When The Worst Is Coming.” Josh and Gary talk about the history of the band, some of the key shows they have played, as well as everything that went into the recording of the current recor…
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Welcome to another round of exploring songs by the Weird Al. Stalker songs were quite the fad and now we learn about fanfic tags. Taylor Swift’s new album’s a dud, LA escape rooms are really sus. X-men always gets an f-bomb. Andy doesn’t research the song. It’s time for our show to start now, We’re covering “Melanie” on Weird Pals. Contact the show…
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Continuing our occasional trips into the hip hop genre, Greg interviews MC Lars on episode 162. Most people will probably know MC Lars from his songs that went viral (Download this Song & Hipster Girl). For a hip hop artist, MC Lars is well versed in punk and hardcore; he name drops Madball and Minor Threat on tracks and features punk vocalists fro…
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Join with three rapscallions who dive into a song about Italian food. Hone your chops as a wedding band, and get your name for the Wu Tang Clan. Which president was really a cat? Is your kid too skinny or are they getting too fat? Richie Valens and Yogi Bear, Poland's breaking records we would never dare. It's time for our show to start now; we're …
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On episode 161, Greg is joined by Rob Antonucci of Achilles fame to discuss his latest project, Into the Light. Into the Light is a post-hardcore band that will appeal to fans of Quicksand, but you can also detect influences from bands like Hum, Pixies, Nirvana, and Deftones. Greg is joined by his Worldpurge bandmate, Sean Bailey, who was in Buildi…
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"I Think I'm a Clone Now" with all of the Weird Al Podcast Hosts!
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Gather 'round for a podcast first with so many guests this show might burst! Calling in from coast to coast, we're joined by other Weird Al hosts. Spoilers for "Albuquerque" and "The Prestige" and a film called "Multiplicity." Granny Smith apples, bread from a set, If you're gonna get married better get a box set. It's time for our show to start no…
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On episode 160 Greg and Josh interview Buffalo, NY's Kill Uncle. Like Fatal Vision (episode 157) and Selfish Act (episode 159) Kill Uncle recently formed in the recent frenzy of activity coming out of Buffalo, NY's hardcore scene. Kill Uncle feature Billie Page, who has been in a number o notable Buffalo hardcore bands like Halfmast, Lockjaw, and W…
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"You Make Me" with Jonathan Macdonald
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You make me want to listen to a podcast where Weird Al nerds talk days gone past. Oingo Boingo wins the Gong Show and take us to hell in the Forbidden Zone. Strong Man needs a movie franchise. Two Elfman boys from the Mystic Knights. Beer Commercial gigs, Tim Burton flicks, If you call us New Wave, you’re gonna get hit. It’s time for our show to st…
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On episode 159 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Greg and Josh interview Selfish Act. Selfish Act are one of the many hardcore bands that have recently formed in Buffalo, NY.'s vibrant and reenergized hardcore scene. Their music will appeal to fans of late 90s style hardcore. We hear about how the guys came bt be involved with hardcore, how the band …
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"This Song's Just Six Words Long" with Behnam Heda
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It’s episode two, with the fab four. Repetitive lyrics are a real bore. So many Beatles facts, you’ll never need more. Repetitive Lyrics are a real bore. College papers with stats galore. Repetitive lyrics are a real bore. Repetitive Lyrics are a real bore. Repetitive Lyrics are a real bore. It’s time for our show to start now. “This song’s just si…
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"Stuck in a Closet with Vanna White" with Jevin Cokash
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In episode two, we’ve got a fever dream with the number one clapper on TV. Eddie Van Halen can solo with the best. Tim has a dream with a mean T-Rex. How many closets are there in the world? Buy Vanna’s yarn if you’re sewing a purl. Sammy Hagar or David Lee Roth? How you ever Dreamed about donuts and brats? It’s time for our show to start now; "You…
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"Fat" with Logan Marshall and Jack McCarron
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We’re back from break for Season five and a song so big, we’ve invited two guys. Michael Jackson’s on a rebrand, convincing everyone he’s real bad. The fattest twins on a pair of bikes. Replacing Prince with Wesley Snipes. Transform into a car to escape the foes. Letterbox reviews and records going gold. It’s time for our show to start now; we’re c…
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Greg sits down with Vanya, Daan, and Brecht from Becoming A.D. Becoming A.D. are a hardcore/thrash crossover band from Belgium that will appeal to fans of Power Trip, Municipal Waste, and Dead Heat. The guys discuss how they each found hardcore and how Becoming A.D. came together. We spend a considerable time hearing about the state of the Belgian …
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Episode 157 features a conversation Josh and Greg recently had with Ron Hill from Buffalo, NY's Fatal Visions and Final Declaration. As with most of our episodes, the conversation centers around being parents in hardcore. We also talk about the unique way Ron found hardcore, two recent Fatal Visions shows, as well as Ron's previous bands. Ron gives…
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Episode 156 features a conversation Josh had recently with Jake Gambatese. Jake is a part of the bands Frenzy, Nailgun, and Hosta. We talked briefly about Jake's introduction to underground music. We also talked about everything his bands are currently up to, including a show Josh is booking for Nailgun in Rochester in April. Following the credits …
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Episode 155 features a conversation Josh and Greg recently had with Ian from Lost Legion. Lost Legion are an Oi! band from Chicago that just released a new LP called "Behind the Concrete Veil" via Basque record label @Mendeku_Diskak. We talk about the new record, the lyrical content, Ian's time growing up in the Alabama hardcore punk scene, hardcor…
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On Episode 154 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Josh and Greg interview Dani and Geoff from Portland's Dry Socket. Dry Socket boasts a sound that will appeal to fans of fast, traditional hardcore and feature raw, authentic lyrics covering subjects ranging from family dynamics to contemporary social issues. Our guests discuss how they came t be livin…
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Episode 6: with MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord
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DJ Thomas Carrotman interviews MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord, discussing their brand new album, "999" !! We talk about Disney, rap music, local lore, and lots of fun lighthearted topics. MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord have been two of my favorite, most listened to artists over the last 15 years so it was truly a pleasure and an honor to have…
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Episode 153 features a conversation Josh recently had with Robbie, Ed, and Ryan from the Rochester band Sedai. Our conversation covers the history of the band, as well as their plans for 2024. We also talked about the current state of the Rochester music scene and mixed bills. After the credits we hear the Sedai track "Empathizer." Follow Sedai on …
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On episode 152 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg and Josh interview Nate DelGallego from Hereditary. Hereditary is a newer band from San Diego, CA that will appeal to fans of heavy hardcore and beatdown hardcore. Nate shares his hardcore origin story; he is a second generation punk rocker who was first introduced to skate punk through his fathe…
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Episode 151 - Hannah Mountain (Harm Reduction, Recovery & Buddhism)
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Hannah Mountain joins Greg on episode 151 for a second interview on topics relating to recovery, Buddhism, and hardcore.Hannah is an addiction councilor and yoga instructor from Syracuse, NY. Greg and Hannah discuss their experiences recovering from substance use disorder and mental illness, and their shared interest in hardcore and Buddhist philos…
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Tim and Andy rank their 10 favorite tracks from "Polka Party." Want to send us an ad copy to read? Write and submit your parody ads to weirdpalspod@gmail.com See you in Season 5!!
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On episode 150 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast Josh and Greg interview Vennie, the vocalist from south Florida's Spit Truth. Spit Truth will appeal to fans of bands like Guns Up!, Carry On, Have Heart, and Down to Nothing.We hear about how Vennie made the transition from an angsty teenage metalhead to a more positive outlook through hardcore punk, …
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On episode 149 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg and Josh are joined by all the hilarious and laid back guys in Sunflo'er. Sunflo'er is a mathcore band from Potsdam, NY with a chaotic sound that will appeal to fans of Every Time I Die, Converge, Circle Takes the Square, and Dangers. The guys from Sunflo'er bring us up to speed on how the develo…
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"Christmas at Ground Zero" with Dillon Gilbertson
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Look out for "My Neighbor Necromancer" and all other projects from Dillon at comicsbydillon.com Contact the Show: weirdpalspod@gmail.com OnlyFans: @weirdpals Call-in Number: 925-727-3271
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Episode 148 - Joe Krewko (Edict, Bury Your Dead, Blood Has Been Shed, As The Sun Sets)
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Episode 148 features a conversation Josh recently had with Joe Krewko. If you have been involved in the hardcore scene in the last 25 years, you are likely familiar with Joe's body of work. We talked about the many noteworthy bands Joe has been a part of, including As The Sun Sets, Blood Has Been Shed, Bury Your Dead, and She Rides. The reason we w…
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"Good Enough for Now" with Jon 'Bermuda' Schwartz!!!
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Join us for a country song and "Bermuda Schwartz" is tagging along recording tunes with the Rip Masters, Parody tunes are played a little bit faster. The tune was tracked in just one take, Tim travels all the way to New York state. Apologetix made him play a song twice. Giving every drummer some practice advice It’s time for our show to start now. …
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"Toothless People" with MC Frontalot
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Weird Al’s here to ease your woes, but we duke it out: is it Beatles or Stones? Welcome in this Nerdcore star, is “Piano Man” about a gay bar? Danny Devito wants to kill his wife, Jane Austin cut down to size. Playboy Manbaby, and Wheatus too, Coolio beef, and a couple of boobs. It's time for our show to start now; it's "Toothless People" on Weird …
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On episode 147, Josh is joined by Rob from the Canadian band Rust. The conversation covers Rob's entry into hardcore, his involvement in the Canadian hardcore scene, as well as everything Rust has been up to lately. After the credits, you will hear the song Facedown from Rust. Follow Rust on Instagram at @rusthxc and visit their BandCamp at: rusthx…
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Spotlight: The ADHD Cast Featuring MC LARS and Schaffer the Darklord
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Whilst we may not have any of our own episodes coming out, some of our friends are producing amazing content. So please listen to this wonderful episode from Tony Farina, then subscribe to Comics in Motion! This week on the ADHD cast, Tony is joined by Nerdcore rappers MC Lars and Schaffer the Darklord to discuss their new Disney inspired album 999…
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"Don't Wear Those Shoes" with Summer Woods
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We’ve got another episode in our series, we’re building up all our Weird Al theories. Summer writes songs with the sounds of Ent Walks and measures energy with Boogie Watts. Just ask Ween how to tie your shoes. Where are the horns in these ska tunes? More Kinks songs, a little music theory, a live performance that gets our eyes teary. It’s time for…
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On episode 146, Josh and Greg join Brendo, vocalist for AllxIn. AllxIn is an old school, positive hardcore band from Adelaide, Australia that will appeal to fans of Carry On and Youth of Today. Brendo catches us up on some recent lineup changes, the band's formation and history, their recent full length "What Remains," and their experience touring …
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"Here's Johnny" with Lauren from the Beer'd Al Podcast
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Crack a beer and join our hosts on a podcast collab weird al show. Eldra and his brothers all sing. Watch sitcom baby-faced George Clooney! A robot escapes and enjoys the radio. What happens in the film? We’ll never know. Boston Accents and Air BnBs, Mandela effects and Ed McMahon Things. It’s time for our show to start now. It’s “Here’s Johnny” on…
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On episode 145 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast, Greg interviews Tony, Joe, and David from Last Gasp. Last Gasp is based out of Cleveland, OH and play fast traditional hardcore that doesn't shy away from the occasional mosh part. This band will appeal to fans of Carry On, No Warning, and Berthold City. Greg and the band discuss the bands formation, …
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For decades, on the Oregon coast, a restless spirit only known as The Bandage Man haunts and taunts innocent people who drive alongside the coast of Cannon Beach. In this episode, my friend Noemi and I go exploring alongside that very coast in hopes to get a Bandage Man sighting for ourselves! Thanks so much to Noemi, who absolutely killed her perf…
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"Polka Party" Murder Mystery Recap with Justine Sizemore
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Tim and Andy hosted a Murder Mystery Party in October 2023 based on the 1980s artists that appear in Weird Al's "Polka Party" medley. Justine helps us recap the evening of convoluted clues and Oscar-worthy performances. Contact the Show: weirdpalspod@gmail.com Socials: @weirdpalspod OnlyFans: @weirdpals Call-in Number: 925-727-3271…
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Episode 144 - Mike Jeffers & Rob Antonucci (Union)
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Mike Jeffers and Rob Antonucci from Union join Greg and Josh on episode 144 of the Hardcore Archive Podcast. Union was active in the Buffalo, NY hardcore scene between 1994 and 1997, and released music on Ferret Records and Knowledge Records. They also toured throughout the north east, playing shows with other Buffalo bands of the era like Snapcase…
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Had a bad day? Well, don’t you fret. We’re talking Weird Al with UHJeff. Ever try to send a shoe in the mail? Ever hear piano and you just wanna wail? Not enough songs turn into Butt Anthems. We write "Build Em’s Bad Luck Bonanza." Ducks on the Wall, This or That, and the best Mashup this show’s ever had! It’s time for our show to start now. It’s “…
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