Best Scott Fugger Podcasts (2024)

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Episode One Hundred Fourteen - CLIFFDIVER returns 1:21:22

2y ago1:21:22

1:21:22

CLIFFDIVER are back and you're gonna be in trouble! I'm so stoked to bring you today my second episode with one of my favorite bands, this time featuring the new voice, and addition to the band, Briana Wright. She, along with co-vocalist Joey Duffy, are giving us the rundown on their debut album, Exercise Your Demons. We of course hit on bringing a…

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Episode One Hundred Thirteen - Posture & The Grizzly 41:38

2y ago41:38

41:38

Today I'm talking to Posture & The Grizzly for the first new episode of Fly On The Call in a hot minute! The band has always flown a bit under the radar, while gathering an extremely dedicated fan base, but they are clear: they're in it for the long haul. We're discussing taking your time to allow music to happen organically, the setbacks, triumphs…

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Episode One Hundred Twelve - Pictora Vark 28:38

2+ y ago28:38

28:38

Pictoria Vark's The Parts I Dread is one hell of a debut. Intentional, spacious, and intimate, this bass-centered music doesn't quite have a singular point of comparison - but that just makes it even better. Our conversation hits on this unique space her music fills, using additional instrumentation to further storytelling, balancing her solo work …

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Episode One Hundred Eleven - Proper. returns 58:21

2+ y ago58:21

58:21

Proper. have done it again - they dropped the best album of their career with The Great American Novel. Bringing in issues of identity, race, sex, and life in the 21st century this record is an in your face assessment of Erik Garlington's inner thoughts. And he's returning for the first time since the very first episode of Fly On The Call to break …

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Episode One Hundred Ten - Brutalligators 44:00

2+ y ago44:00

44:00

For the first of two new episodes today we're hopping over to the UK to talk to Brutalligators. They're a punk band with an edge and a healthy dose of emo, in the vein of PUP, Spanish Love Songs, or Latterman. Their debut LP, This house is too big, this house is too small, is not your average break-up record - it's a cohesive journey through grief,…

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Episode One Hundred Nine - Riverby returns 37:15

2+ y ago37:15

37:15

Absolution, out tomorrow, is an absolute heater and a level-up for Riverby in just about every way. From changes in sonic palette, to a more collaborative process, and working with Jim Wert in the studio Absolution is all about making the music the band wants and making it sound the best it can. We're talking all that as well as accidentally creati…

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Episode One Hundred Eight - James Barrett 50:01

2+ y ago50:01

50:01

Today is all about James Barrett's A Series Of... Mostly Nothing. Believe me when I say this album is HUGE. Like room-filling, all-surrounding, epic rock music. We're talking about the creation of this sound, the environment the album was recorded in, throwing yourself fully into your music, and a whole lot more. For the next two weeks there will b…

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Episode One Hundred Seven - Jaypitts 45:50

2+ y ago45:50

45:50

Today's conversation is with Jaypitts - the first hip hop artist to come on the show. As a jack of all content trades, he's worked for years to not just create music he is passionate about, but also find an audience who connects with him on a deep level. Whether it's been music, TikTok, YouTube, or any other path, he has sought a way to use it to h…

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Episode One Hundred Six - Raccoon Tour 52:30

2+ y ago52:30

52:30

Raccoon Tour's The Dentonweaver is boisterous, theatrical, and a long time coming. With extensive lore, multiple re-records, and plenty more multimedia storybuilding the in the works, you can tell this is a special project. Today on Fly On The Call we're peeling back the layers on how this album became so time consuming and meticulously crafted, th…

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Episode One Hundred Five - Perennial returns 41:40

2+ y ago41:40

41:40

Perennial returns - both musically and to the podcast! After a grueling wait their sophomore album, In The MIdnight Hour, has finally seen the light of day (or should I say the dark of night?). The episodes delves into how the album has changed since fall of 2019, building their own world, and making a record that isn't limited by any one genre. Pe…

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Episode One Hundred Four - saint judas 41:13

2+ y ago41:13

41:13

saint judas is a newly collaborative solo project that falls somewhere on the folky, vibey side of emo. Their new EP, a terrible year, builds on the previous releases while showing a side of the band that could not have come to be without the DIY community. That, along with music as a form for therapy, is a main focus of this conversation, which I …

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Episode One Hundred Three - Sincere Engineer 21:22

2+ y ago21:22

21:22

Sincere Engineer are a punk band at their core. They have all the energy, grit, and emotions that draw people to this type of music. With their sophomore album, Bless My Psyche, they expand on their established sound to create something that feels like a brand new experience. Today we're talking about sharing heart on your sleeve emotions, crafting…

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Episode One Hundred Two - Jail Socks 32:14

2+ y ago32:14

32:14

Fly On The Call is coming back at you with a conversation with Jail Socks! Coming Down was one of my most anticipated records of 2020 and while it wasn't 100% what I expected, it is still a great record. Today I'm talking to Jail Socks about their new sonic direction, the themes and major moments throughout the album, collaboration in the studio, a…

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Episode One Hundred One - Refresh Records 43:37

2+ y ago43:37

43:37

Welcome one and all back to Fly On The Call! It has been so long and I have missed you so much, but 2022 is going to be an amazing year both for music and for the podcast. We're kicking things off with my first ever label interview! Today I'm talking to Josh Higgins of Refresh Records. This conversation is a few months old, but does a great job of …

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An Intro to Fly On The Call 1:24

2+ y ago1:24

1:24

Welcome to Fly On The Call! This is your place to learn more about your favorite bands or discover brand new ones. Each week features a Candid Conversation on Music, focusing on deep dives that take a natural path through genuine passion and curiosity. I'm your host, Scott Fugger, and my goal is to make you just as big of a fan of these musicians a…

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Episode One Hundred! - Jhariah returns! 38:55

3y ago38:55

38:55

We finally made it, it's time to celebrate! And how better to mark the one hundred episode and two year milestone than with a conversation with one of my favorite current artists? And a new theme song he composed to boot! That's right, today I'm talking once again to Jhariah, who in the last year has come incredibly far. The recently released, A BE…

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Episode Ninety-Nine - Cheers to Two Years! 19:20

3y ago19:20

19:20

We are here, the final double digit episode of Fly On The Call! Before we hit episode 100 and the two year anniversary, I wanted to take a quick second to talk about the origins of the show, and my goals for it, reflect on the past two years, and talk a little about the future. I hope you don't mind me taking a brief moment to get corny on the main…

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Episode Ninety-Eight - A Tiger Made of Lightning 26:24

3y ago26:24

26:24

A Tiger Made of Lightning released one of my songs of 2020 with their debut single "exhausted". It encompassed what so many of us were feeling, with a strong, passionate sound, and without pulling any punches. At the same time there was an undercurrent of positivity that served as a reminder that not everything was shit. That positivity is brought …

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Episode Ninety-Seven - Arms Like Roses 34:28

3y ago34:28

34:28

Arms Like Roses came together in an almost spur of the moment way and even the band themselves are almost surprised at how far they've come. Their debut EP, Get Some Sleep, melds classic emo and post-hardcore sounds with a plethora of other genres, eventually leading to a more concise vision for LP1, which is currently being finished up. The band j…

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Episode Ninety-Six - Telethon returns 50:03

3y ago50:03

50:03

Telethon are back! I say this both referring to the fact that they were one of the first guests on Fly On The Call, way back in episode two, and that they just released their ripper of a new record, Swim Out Past The Breakers. For those unfamiliar with the band, they are a hard rockin', poppin', genre swappin' good ole time! The new album has plent…

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Episode Ninety-Five - The Spins 20:51

3y ago20:51

20:51

As we come to an end of the first week of this two week celebration of Fly On The Call, I'm stoked to bring you my conversation with The Spins. They are a sunshiney alternative indie band with hints of emo, pop punk, and plenty of other genres that will catch your ear. Their debut LP, Not If, But When, dropped earlier this summer and are the perfec…

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Episode Ninety-Four - The Big Easy 39:38

3y ago39:38

39:38

Last year, The Big Easy captured the sound of a DIY basement show when they were not possible. The Long Year and its post-script single, "All Saints Day", can't be pigeonholed into a single genre, but instead by a mindset. They hyper-personal lyricism combined with a melting pot of sounds leads to a unique and cohesive experience. On the first of t…

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Episode Ninety-Three - Matt Wilson (Near Dark + Set Your Goals "Mutiny!" 15th anniversary) 41:12

3y ago41:12

41:12

Near Dark is a melodic punk project that came together remotely as a pandemic project with Matt Wilson as their vocalist. They released their debut EP, Silver Linings, earlier this year and have another one on the way soon. Today's discussion hits on the formation of the band before moving over to discuss the 15th anniversary of Munity! by Set Your…

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Episode Ninety-Two - Palette Knife 26:15

3y ago26:15

26:15

Palette Knife's debut LP, Ponderosa Snake House and the Chamber Of Bullshit, is a polished blend of emo, math rock, and post hardcore. Their confessional lyricism and references to media that they're earnestly passionate about make it hard not to connect with the music. On today's episode we discuss the creation of the album, crafting it as a singu…

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Episode Ninety-One - PRONOUN 35:36

3y ago35:36

35:36

Fly On The Call is back, baby! For the next two weeks I will be dropping episodes Monday-Friday, leading up to episode 100, a brand new theme song, and the two year anniversary of the show! Today's guest is Alyse Vellturo of PRONOUN. Her newest EP, OMG I MADE IT, brings her lush, bedroom sounds to new heights while bringing back the same painfully …

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Episode Ninety - America Part Two 33:10

3y ago33:10

33:10

America Part Two is aggressive and, at times, abrasive. Their lyrics seek to shed an honest light on their experiences as young adults in America. Today we're talking all about Price Of A Nation, the extended live recording process, the roots of their sound, and creating a public forum within the band's community for sharing ideas. Dig it! America …

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Episode Eighty-Nine - Hit Like A Girl 47:22

3y ago47:22

47:22

Round two of this week's Fly On The Call triple header is here! Today I am talking to Hit Like A Girl all about Heart Racer, an album that's as huge as it is personal. We discuss songwriting as storytelling, unique ways of connecting with fans, the process of collaboration, No More Dysphoria, and more. Plus a new episode of What's The Buzz? with Jo…

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Episode Eighty-Eight - Baby Boys 39:05

3y ago39:05

39:05

In the first of three episodes this week, I am talking to Baby Boys. Their debut full length, Threesome, is a challenging, but worthwhile listen. The band, made up of Jake Luppen and Nathan Stocker of Hippo Campus and rounded out with Caleb Hinz, has one simple rule: say "yes" to everything. This leads to plenty of improvisation, risk taking, and a…

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Episode Eighty-Seven - Remember Sports (+ Downhaul livestream audio) 33:33

3y ago33:33

33:33

Remember Sports recently released their latest, Like a Stone. It's one of those albums you can put on and relax in the sun with, but at the same time it has a huge amount of depth. Tune in to hear Carmen talk about songwriting, recording, and how it feels to be playing a (virtual) live show this Saturday. Plus, I'm adding in the audio from my inter…

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Episode Eighty-Six - Speak, Memory 30:02

3y ago30:02

30:02

Today on Fly On The Call is Speak, Memory, a mathy instrumental rock band from Oklahoma. We're talking all about their EP, Adirondack, which will be out this Friday and their first release since 2014. Our conversation hits on the writing process, the emotions behind the music as well as those they hope to convey, the eye for detail when it comes to…

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Episode Eighty-Five - Harmony Woods 52:10

3y ago52:10

52:10

Another special episode of Fly On The Call comin' at ya! Today I'm talking with Harmony Woods all about their newest album, Graceful Rage. We discuss the record as a cohesive piece, creating the huge dynamics, recording with Bartees Strange, and even the process of deciding to release something as personal as these songs are. We've also got another…

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Episode Eighty-Four - Record Setter 41:08

3y ago41:08

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Record Setter released a real barn burner of an album at the end of last year with I Owe You Nothing. Sonically, it hits all the emo/screamo notes you'd want and more, while it is lyrically full of dark honesty. It's an "album" album and one that was made to be played live. Tune in to hear a break down of the record's structure, the recording and r…

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Episode Eighty-Three - Downhaul 52:05

3y ago52:05

52:05

Today's a goodie! I'm talking to Downhaul, one of my favorite bands, who have their sophomore LP, PROOF, coming out May 21st. It's a totally new direction for the band with different goals & environments in mind, expanding the scope of their dynamics, playing with silence, & ushering in some dark, almost primal, sounds. Tune in to get the lowdown o…

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Episode Eighty-Two - Skegss 28:30

3y ago28:30

28:30

Today's guest is coming at you all the way from Australia! I'm talking to Skegss, who recently had their first #1 debut on the Australian charts with their album, Rehearsal. Their rocking, sunshiny vibes are infections and they have an energy that is undeniable. We're talking about how they rehearsed for Rehearsal, how it feels to be back playing s…

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Episode Eighty-One - Leafing 35:33

3y ago35:33

35:33

Today on Fly On The Call I'm talking to Leafing, a mathy emo band from Brooklyn. At the start of 2021, they released their debut full-length, which came together during the early stages of the pandemic. While the band had played a couple of shows before things ground to a halt, the album was created together in isolation with the members forced to …

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Episode Eighty - Really From 1:05:02

3+ y ago1:05:02

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Really From released their self-titled album last month and it is a doozy. Blending together elements of emo, indie, math rock, and jazz, the band puts just as much focus on the silences. Their only goal is to develop their talents and allow them to guide the way, rather than chasing a specific sound. And the product of that is a record that truly …

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Episode Seventy-Nine - How I Became Invisible 37:27

3+ y ago37:27

37:27

Today's guest on Fly On The Call is Ndot Reed of How I Became Invisible. Her newest EP, Low Midnight Sun, is based in rock music, but has elements of ska, folk, electronic, and more. This discussion hits on the story told throughout all of her releases, how she uses musical ideas old and new, the effect her music had on her experience coming out as…

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Episode Seventy-Eight - Partner 29:53

3+ y ago29:53

29:53

Partner's sophomore album, Never Give Up, stands out as one of the most fun (and funny) releases of one of the least fun years. Both joy and humor are core tenets of the band, their songwriting process, and the energy they put out into the world. Tune in to hear about that ethos, turning your vision into a reality, and, yes, some Minions talk. Enjo…

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Episode Seventy-Seven - Jesse Cannon (+ What's The Buzz? & a giveaway!) 1:07:19

3+ y ago1:07:19

1:07:19

Today's episode of Fly On The Call is jam-packed with all sorts of goodness! I'm talking to special guest Jesse Cannon about all that he does - producing, mixing & mastering, podcasting, writing essential books for musicians, teaching bands to go from 0 to 10,000 fans via his YouTube, & so much more. This is not a conversation you're going to want …

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Episode Seventy-Six - TOLEDO 48:13

3+ y ago48:13

48:13

TOLEDO are a band not boxed in by genre, taking parts from a number of pop and rock influences to create lush sounds that transport the listener to somewhere else. Their most recent release, Jockeys of Love, is a snapshot of a specific time and an experiment in following musical instincts, created in the isolation of a parent's attic at the start o…

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Episode Seventy-Five - stillhungry 42:59

3+ y ago42:59

42:59

stillhungry's second self-titled LP is probably my favorite release of 2021 so far, layering harmonies & beautiful instrumentals to create a unique indie soundscape. Our conversation hits on the surprise release, learning to let everyone's musical talents, & preparations that went into the striking photo for the album cover. We also discuss creatin…

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Episode Seventy-Four - Future Teens 34:29

3+ y ago34:29

34:29

Future Teens are fresh off the release of their EP, Deliberately Alive, which is the follow-up to an album that has been on extremely heavy rotation for me over the last year, Breakup Season. The band's signature "bummer pop" sound continues to evolve while delivering some of the most emotionally open lyrics in the scene. Our conversation hits on r…

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Episode Seventy-Three - Run River North 38:12

3+ y ago38:12

38:12

Today on Fly On The Call I am talking with indie pop band Run River North. The band recently released the new album, Creatures In Your Head, their first full-length as a three-piece rather than a six-piece, which also sees them returning to their DIY roots. On this episode we discuss the process of self-releasing, co-writing sessions, the concept t…

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Episode Seventy-Two - Casey Cavaliere of True Level Studio & The Wonder Years 55:35

3+ y ago55:35

55:35

On today's episode of Fly On The Call I am speaking to Casey Cavaliere, producer at True Level Studio and guitarist of The Wonder Years! Over the last year a main focus of his work at True Level Studio has been adapted for the virtual world through one-on-one artist development sessions covering songwriting, the business side of music, and more. We…

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Episode Seventy-One - Tigers Jaw 47:50

3+ y ago47:50

47:50

Today we have another great episode of Fly On The Call coming at you, this time with Tigers Jaw! In their 15+ year career the band has released music through almost every big indie label of note, all while continually evolving their sound. Their newest release, I Won't Care How You Remember Me, is out this Friday via Hopeless records and sees them …

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Episode Seventy - Angry Girl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion 53:31

3+ y ago53:31

53:31

This month's fellow podcast guest is Amanda Starling of Angry Girl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion. If you can't tell from the name, the show focuses on intersectional feminism, highlighting women, LGBTQIA+, and people of color within our music scene. The interviews are conversational, heartfelt, and often feature artists talking about not just …

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Episode Sixty-Nine - Biitchseat 32:24

3+ y ago32:24

32:24

Today on Fly On The Call I chat with Biitchseat, the fuzzed out, power pop rock band from Cleveland, all about their upcoming EP, I'll become kind.. The band recently signed to Refresh Records and released the first single off of the EP. We talk about sitting on these songs for the better part of a year and the mad dash to get the EP ready for publ…

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Episode Sixty-Eight - babygotbacktalk 39:12

3+ y ago39:12

39:12

Whether you already know babygotbacktalk or not, you are in for a treat today! The quick pitch is early 2000s pop punk meets lyricism that is right of this moment, but the more you dig in the better they get. We talk about writing parts that allow each member to shine, fitting the violin into rock music, DIY ethics, and a whole lot more. babygotbac…

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Episode Sixty-Seven - Spring Silver 29:27

3+ y ago29:27

29:27

This week's guest on Fly On The Call is K of Spring Silver. They may be on your radar from last year's single, "Plead Insanity", which features guest vocals from Bartees Strange and Sad13. Just as exciting is their new song, "Set up a Camera". Both of these see K taking a more concise musical direction, while staying true to themself and working wi…

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Episode Sixty-Six - The Sonder Bombs 37:01

3+ y ago37:01

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The Sonder Bombs make powerful music. They run the emotional gamut from anger to sadness and beyond, while backing it up with ukulele punk music that no other band has even tried to make. Their sophomore album, Clothbound, comes out tomorrow so get excited by hearing about the writing and record process, the band's mindset, unique stye, and more. T…

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