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The Scattered Seeds PodcastEpisode 88 - Kyle BennettSend us a textIn a world that seems to be falling apart, where friendships are a brittle as glass and can shatter if one side of the relationship makes the mistake of sharing an opposing political view, it’s important to understand the value of Christian relationships. Which is the main theme of today’s interview. Dr. Kyle Bennett is a philosopher, and an educator who has taught at the university level for many years. Now he is taking his passion for Christian formation and his experience in education in a new direction; by opening a Chri...
2022-09-0659 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jason Trabue from The Casket Lottery EpisodeI'm extremely excited today because I'm chatting with a friend that I've known for a few years now. Mr. Jason Trabue, drummer of The Casket Lottery.
Jason is also the tour manager and production manager for the legendary band Garbage, and I actually caught up with him while he was on tour with Garbage. They just wrapped up their US tour opening for Tears for Fears.
I met Jason a few years ago while he was home during Covid. We started training together. He was introduced to me by our mutual friend RL.
W...
2022-06-301h 26
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Ted Felicetti from Don't Panic EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking with Ted Felicetti, front man of the pop-rock/pop-punk band Don't Panic.
Don't Panic are based out of Pennsylvania. They have two full lengths out currently. Their first release "See Through It All" was released in November 2020, and they just released their second album "Dark Horse" in September of last year. I would say that's a uniquely fast advance of music, and we talk about that.
We also talk about our days out on the Warped Tour. We had a similar experience meeting Kevin Lyman which...
2022-06-1557 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Ben Wendt from The Way Way Back EpisodeOn today's show, I speak with my good buddy, Mr. Ben Wendt.
Ben is the front man of the Kansas City pop punk band The Way Way Back.
We talk all about their new EP entitled "Trying" which is out NOW.
It's a fun episode. Enjoy!
2022-06-021h 41
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Randy Frobel from We Were Sharks EpisodeHey there friends!
I've been missing in action the last few weeks. I apologize for that!
I've been busy renovating my house with my partner in crime and my dad. That's been consuming some time, for sure.
Alas, today I'm extremely excited because this episode is a fun conversation with Randy Frobel; front man for Canadian pop punk band We Were Sharks.
I've been listening to We Were Sharks for a few years now. They write incredibly well crafted, fun, and energetic pop punk tunes. Randy has a killer voice, and...
2022-05-0452 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Dashboard Confessional "The Place You Have Come to Fear the Most" EpisodeOn today's episode, I do a deep dive on Dashboard Confessional's second official full-length album "The Place You Have Come to Fear the Most".
The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most is the second studio album recorded by the American emo band Dashboard Confessional, released on March 20, 2001, through Vagrant Records.
Dashboard Confessional started as an acoustic side project for vocalist/guitarist Chris Carrabba while he was fronting Further Seems Forever. The project's first album The Swiss Army Romance was released in early 2000 through local independent label Fiddler Records. Using his...
2022-04-0626 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Where You Want to Be with Adam Roberts EpisodeIn this episode, I have my first guest! My buddy Adam and I chat about the second album "Where You Want to Be" from Emo virtuosos Taking Back Sunday.
Where You Want to Be is the second studio album by American rock band Taking Back Sunday. While touring to promote Tell All Your Friends (2002), guitarist John Nolan and bassist Shaun Cooper left the group and were replaced by Fred Mascherino and Matt Rubano, respectively. After a co-headlining tour with Saves the Day in fall 2003, the band began working on Where You Want to Be.
Dismissive...
2022-03-2246 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Joe Ortega EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking with my new bud, Mr. Joe Ortega.
Joe is a photographer and he's photographed several of my favorite bands. Countless in fact at this point. He's probably captured some iconic images and moments of some of your favorite bands, as well.
He's worked with bands like Dashboard Confessional, Anberlin, Taking Back Sunday, The Maine, Thrice, Acceptance, and the list goes on and on.
I absolutely loved this conversation; Joe is a very passionate and insightful guy. We discuss many topics including why we should e...
2022-03-091h 04
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Mike Davenport from The Ataris EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm thrilled to be speaking with bassist Mike Davenport. Mike is the long-running bassist of The Ataris, as well as Versus the World.
We cover a lot of ground in this episode. We discuss the early days of the band, the trials and tribulations of being on a major label, and everything Don Henley.
It was a blast to speak with Mike and I really appreciate his honesty and transparency. Enjoy!
Michael Sean Davenport (born 13 September 1968) is an American musician. Davenport was bass guitarist for The Ataris,[1] joining the band...
2022-02-231h 23
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Alex Howard from Conditions, Sleeping with Sirens, Hoodie Allen, and Jelly Roll EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking with Mr. Alex Howard.
I first became aware of Alex when discovering his band Conditions back in 2007.
They were a band generating a lot of hype back then and they put out a couple of really great records and EPs.
I've followed Alex since Conditions became inactive in 2014, as he joined the band Sleeping with Sirens as a touring member.
We chat all about that. The history of Conditions, what led him to being a touring musician with other artists. He went...
2022-02-0949 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jon Graber (producer/engineer/mixer) EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking to Mr. Jon Graber. Otherwise known as J Grabes.
Jon is a producer/engineer/mixing engineer, and he's worked with bands we know and love such as NOFX (he's currently recording their new record), MXPX, Goldfinger, The Suicide Machines, We Are the Union, and many more.
Located in Los Angeles, he's managing a surprising amount of output and we talk about that.
We discuss his early days of discovering punk rock, playing in bands, and how he found his way behind the boards. We...
2022-01-251h 21
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Ben Harper from Yellowcard and This Legend EpisodeThis is the first episode of 2022, and what a fantastic one it is.
Today, I'm incredibly excited to be speaking with my long-time friend Mr. Ben Harper. Ben is one of the original founding members of the band Yellowcard.
I met Ben in 2002 and we became quick friends. I always admired Ben as a guitar player, but he was always a lot of fun to be around.
He really championed our band and was always extremely supportive.
Ben went on to form Takeover Records while in Yellowcard, and Takeover has evolved i...
2022-01-121h 02Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: My Favorite Records From 2021 Part ThreeOn today's edition of Flashback Fridays, I wanted to give a quick rundown of more of my favorite records of 2021.
However, because I'm crazy and I can very rarely narrow down my favorites for the year into a neat little ten best records list...
I've decided to split up my favorite records of the year into sub-categories. I'll be doing three "Best Of" episodes, and these will be the final three Flashback Fridays episodes until I decide to revisit the idea.
The categories on this episode that I'll cover are three different genres...
2022-01-0319 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jim Suptic from The Get Up Kids EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm incredibly excited to welcome Mr. Jim Suptic of The Get Up Kids fame.
Jim is the co-singer and co-songwriter for The Get Up Kids. He is also the singer and songwriter for the band Blackpool Lights.
The Get Up Kids formed in 1995 in Kansas City, Missouri. My hometown. They are of legendary status at this point. They are my favorite Kansas City band, and I've been listening to them for 23 years now.
This was an absolute thrill for me, as I've never met any of the members of The G...
2021-12-291h 03Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: My Favorite Records From 2021 Part TwoOn today's edition of Flashback Fridays, I wanted to give a quick rundown of more of my favorite records of 2021.
However, because I'm crazy and I can very rarely narrow down my favorites for the year into a neat little ten best records list...
I've decided to split up my favorite records of the year into sub-categories. I'll be doing three "Best Of" episodes, and these will be the final three Flashback Fridays episodes until I decide to revisit the idea.
The categories on this episode that I'll cover are three different genres...
2021-12-2719 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Kyle Black (Producer/Mixer/Engineer) EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be joined by my good friend Kyle Black.
Kyle and I go way back. I met him when I was 18 years old, nearly 20 years ago. Kyle booked the first show Gametime show that we ever played in California. It was at a place called Skateland. We play there with his band Nural.
Kyle and the rest of the Nural guys were so incredibly kind to us, we loved playing shows with them. I'm a huge fan of their band.
Kyle has also become one of the...
2021-12-221h 03Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: My Favorite Records From 2021 Part OneOn today's edition of Flashback Fridays, I wanted to give a quick rundown of my favorite records of 2021.
However, because I'm crazy and I can very rarely narrow down my favorites for the year into a neat little ten best records list...
I've decided to split up my favorite records of the year into sub-categories. I'll be doing three "Best Of" episodes, and these will be the final three Flashback Fridays episodes until I decide to revisit the idea.
The categories on this episode that I'll cover are three different genres: Skate Punk...
2021-12-1815 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Be Well "The Weight and The Cost"On today's edition of Flashback Fridays, the 21st installment if my math is correct, I wanted to highlight a record from 2020.
Last year. A crazy year for so many. The pandemic year.
But there were some silver linings that came along with the year 2020, and one of them is the fact that a lot of fantastic music was released in the year 2020.
There were so many great releases from the year, that it honestly was difficult choosing an album to highlight. A good problem to have I suppose.
The album that I...
2021-12-1104 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Warren Cooke from Flag On Fire and Yellowcard EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking with Warren Cooke. Original bassist of the band Yellowcard. One of the founding members, as well. He's currently in the band Flag on Fire from Jacksonville Florida.
I met Warren in 2001 when my band Gametime played with Yellowcard for the first time.
We became close friends and played countless shows with them around that time period.
One for the Kids is the first official full length from Yellowcard, and it's celebrating it's 20th anniversary this year. Warren and I talk about the 20 year re-release o...
2021-12-0850 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: HUNNY "Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes"This week on Flashback Friday's, I'm highlighting a record from the year 2019. The band is called HUNNY, and their record is titled "Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes". I love this record.
Hunny (stylized as HUNNY) is an American rock band from Newbury Park, California, formed in 2014. The band consists of Jason Yarger, Jake Goldstein, Kevin Grimmett, and Joey Anderson.
Lead singer and guitarist Jason Yarger and bassist Gregory Horne had been friends since high school. After all the members had been in multiple bands around the local area (notably with other members of Bad Suns...
2021-12-0406 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe American Idiot with DJ Rossstar EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be speaking with someone that I've wanted to have on the show since it began.
Today I'm talking to my buddy, Ross, otherwise known as DJ Rossstar.
DJ Rosstar has been interviewing bands well before podcasts were cool. He did a live show interviewing bands starting all the way back in 2002.
He's interviewed some of my favorite bands, some of your favorites as well: Fall Out Boy, Motion City Soundtrack, Less Than Jake, Sugarcult, The Get Up Kids, Saosin, Say Anything, and on and on and on...
2021-12-011h 10
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Settle Your Scores "Better Luck Tomorrow"On today's installment of "Flashback Friday's", I'm highlighting a record that came out in 2018. The band is called Settle Your Scores, and the album is titled "Better Luck Tomorrow".
These guys remind me of a poppier Four Year Strong.
About Settle Your Scores:
Formed in late 2014, Settle Your Scores has hit the ground running and shown no signs of slowing down. Releasing their first full-length album at the beginning of 2016, the Ohio natives quickly made a name for themselves, touring frequently across the US. Their second album is set to be released in...
2021-11-2705 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Mark Van Sickle Radio Personality EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm speaking to my buddy Mark Van Sickle. Mark and I have known each other for a long time.
Mark was a DJ on the iconic alternative Kansas City station 965 The Buzz for 12 years. He was on many shows during his tenure at The Buzz. He also hosted the "Taking Back Sunday with Mark", an hour of emo music, on Sunday evenings from 7-8pm CST on 96.5 The Buzz.
We had a lot of fun catching up and discussing what Mark is up to now.
He's also hosting at this...
2021-11-241h 08
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Kyle is on The Talking Records Podcast EpisodeOn today's quick episode, I wanted to mention that I'm on the Talking Records Podcast with Jed Dion.
We do a deep dive discussion on the album "Act Your Age" by the band Homegrown. I had so much fun talking with Jed and it would mean a lot to me if you took a listen. He's got a great show and I've been a fan for a long time.
Home Grown was a North American skapunk/pop punk band formed in 1994 in Orange County, California. They released three full-length albums and several EPs before disbanding...
2021-11-1904 minHaving A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: The Movielife "Cities In Search of A Heart"On today's edition of "Flashback Friday's", I highlight a record that came out in the year 2017. The record I have chosen for this week comes from The Movielife and it's called "Cities In Search of A Heart".
The Movielife is a Long Island punk rock band composed of vocalist Vinnie Caruana, guitarist Brandon Reilly, and drummer Brett Romnes. The band originally formed in 1997 and disbanded in 2003, but announced their official reunion in December 2014.
Caruana and Reilly re-connected as friends and shortly afterwards began talking about a potential the Movielife reunion. The band subsequently began rehearsing...
2021-11-1305 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Why I Think Travis Barker is the Smartest Man in The Music Industry EpisodeIn this episode, I give a full list of why I think Travis Barker is the smartest man in the music industry right now.
Travis Landon Barker (born November 14, 1975) is an American musician who serves as the drummer for the rock band Blink-182. He has also performed as a frequent collaborator with hip hop artists, is a member of the rap rock group Transplants, founded the rock bands +44 and Box Car Racer, and thereafter joined Antemasque and Goldfinger. Barker was a frequent collaborator with the late DJ AM, and together they formed TRV$DJAM. Due to his f...
2021-11-1141 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Thrice "To Be Everywhere Is to Be Nowhere"This week, I'm highlighting an album that came out in the year 2016, Thrice's "To Be Everywhere Is to Be Nowhere". This was my favorite record released in 2016, so I felt as if it needed to be remembered and honored appropriately.
To Be Everywhere Is to Be Nowhere is the ninth studio album by American rock band Thrice. The album was released on May 27, 2016, through Vagrant Records. To Be Everywhere Is to Be Nowhere is Thrice's first release after a four-year hiatus that lasted from mid-2012 to mid-2015, and the band's first album of original material in five...
2021-11-0807 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Tim Grisnik from Inspection 12, The Softer Side, And The John Carver Band EpisodeOn today's episode, I speak with the very prolific Tim Grisnik! I was stoked to talk to Tim all about his many projects. Tim plays drums for Inspection 12, The Softer Side, The John Carver Band, and Gentlemen.
It was so much fun getting to know Tim. Inspection 12 was a huge influence on Gametime, so it was a lot of fun getting to pick his brain and learn about his story and the history of his bands and projects.
Inspection 12 is an American pop punk band from Jacksonville, Florida, founded by Robert Reid, Dan McLintock, John...
2021-11-031h 04
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: The Maine "American Candy"On today's edition of Flashback Friday's, I highlight The Maine's 2015 album "American Candy".
American Candy is the fifth studio album by American rock band The Maine, released on March 31, 2015, through 8123 Records. The album debuted at number 37 on the Billboard 200.
The Maine were teasing a new album in summer 2014, and then proceeded to announce that they would be writing new material in Heber, Arizona. Recording took place at Joshua Tree in California with Colby Wedgeworth acting as the producer. He also engineered and mixed the sessions. Recording place between November 12 and December 12. Ross Garfield was the...
2021-10-3005 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Chris Beeble Engineer/Producer at The Blasting Room EpisodeOn today's episode, I interview Chris Beeble who is an audio engineer/producer at The Blasting Room in Fort Collins Colorado.
Chris received a degree in Audio Production from The University of Denver, where he also studied jazz bass and composition. Being heavily influenced by Bill, Jason, and Andrew’s work, it has been Chris’ ambition to work at The Blasting Room since high school. With a musical background that spans far across the spectrum, Chris brings unique tools to the studio such as experience in synth programming, string arranging, and signal processor construction, among others. There is n...
2021-10-271h 04
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: We Are The In Crowd "Weird Kids"On today's episode of Flashback Friday's, I'm highlighting a record that was released in 2014. It's the second full-length from We Are The In Crowd, and the album is called "Weird Kids".
We Are the In Crowd is an American rock band from Poughkeepsie, New York, formed in 2009. The band consists of Taylor Jardine, Jordan Eckes, Mike Ferri, Rob Chianelli, and Cameron Hurley. They released their debut EP, Guaranteed To Disagree, on June 8, 2010, and followed it up with their first full-length album, Best Intentions in 2011. Their second full-length album, Weird Kids, was released on February 18, 2014. The band announced...
2021-10-2408 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jimmy Eat World & Taking Back Sunday at Chain Reaction EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm going to be doing a bit of a departure episode. I just got back from vacation and I have some podcast guests lined up for this weekend and next weekend.
On Monday, I learned on Instagram that two of my favorite bands, two of which we've already covered extensively on this podcast, are going to be doing a co-headlining show at Chain Reaction in Anaheim California on Friday night.
The two bands are none other than Taking Back Sunday and Jimmy Eat World.
Now, this is a pretty unique...
2021-10-2122 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe No Doubt Tragic Kingdom with Pamela Brown EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm excited to be finally be speaking with my lovely partner Pamela about one of her favorite records of all time: No Doubt's "Tragic Kingdom".
We discuss our favorite parts of the record. We take a look at each song and we go into the history of the album, as well.
We even discuss some of the cultural relevance of the band, and this album as a whole.
It was so fun, I know you're going to love listening. Enjoy!
Tragic Kingdom is the third studio album by...
2021-10-1446 min
The Coach Bo Knows PodcastEp. 7 Kyle Devlin 10-11-21Host Bryan O'Connor (@CoachBoKnowShow) is joined by "The Better Self Project" Podcast Host Kyle Devlin (IG:@betterselfnutrition). (0:30-1:25) Introduction.(1:25-48:40) Kyle Devlin on training, getting started, expectations, dieting/nutrition and the importance of sleep.(48:40-55:00) What Coach Bo Learned Today.Hear it all on "The Coach Bo Knows Show" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.!The Coach Bo Knows Podcast is brought to you by O'Connor Advisory Group. You can check out all things O'Conor Advisory Group at oagks.comKyle, P...
2021-10-1154 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Starting Line Say It Like You Mean It EpisodeOn today's episode of Having A Blast, I do a deep dive on a classic pop punk album, The Starting Line's debut full length "Say It Like You Mean It".
Say It Like You Mean It is the debut studio album by American rock band the Starting Line, following their debut EP With Hopes of Starting Over....
On February 6, 2002, Say It Like You Mean It was announced for release in July.
On February 6, 2002, Say It Like You Mean It was announced for release in July. In April 2002, the band toured Japan with Planet...
2021-10-0632 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Tonight Alive "The Other Side"Hey there friends!
Welcome to the 14th edition of Flashback Fridays! I am way late on this one, but I suppose better late than never.
Today, I'm highlighting a record that came out in the year 2013. This was a fantastic year for music. I just looked at the playlist that I made for the year 2013 and it is completely stacked. There is a ton of music on that thing.
I had a lot of favorite records that year, one being the Paramore Self-Titled record. I think that record is their best record. Their...
2021-09-3005 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Steve Lydick from A No Coast November EpisodeHey there friends!
Today, I'm excited because I'm speaking with a good friend of mine, Mr. Steve Lydick from the bands A No Coast November, and Joceyln.
Steve and I go way back, our bands went on tour together back in 2009 with The American Life and A No Coast November, and we were also joined by The JV Allstars. This was one of the most fun tours I was ever a part of.
Steve has always been a profound guy, he's a smart and funny guy. I've always loved our conversations. I feel...
2021-09-2358 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Matt Skiba & The Sekrets "Babylon"Welcome to today's show. Today is the 13th edition of our Flashback Friday's Series here at Having a Blast.
Today, I'm highlighting a record that came out in the year 2012. This was the first year where I really embraced streaming and starting using Spotify regularly.
This record is one that I missed when it came out. It wasn't until a few years after this that I went back and revisited it.
It's from one of my favorite singers in one of my favorite bands. This record is called "Babylon" by Matt Skiba & The...
2021-09-1805 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe MXPX Self-Titled with Tyler Harms EpisodeHey there friends!
On today's episode, I'm excited to be speaking to my buddy Tyler Harms.
Tyler and I go way back, he played a band called Fourth and Long from St. Louis that we played some shows with.
He moved to KC a few years ago, and I'm always running into him at shows. It's always fun chatting with him.
He mentioned to me a while ago that the newest MXPX record, their self-titled record, has become his favorite of theirs. I wanted to dig into that.
I...
2021-09-1552 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Yellowcard "When You're Through Thinking, Say Yes"When You're Through Thinking, Say Yes is the seventh studio album released by American rock band Yellowcard on March 22, 2011 under Hopeless Records. The album has received positive reviews. The album's title comes from a text message sent to a girl by lead singer Ryan Key.
Later in the year, the band released an acoustic version of the album.
In July 2010, rumours surfaced that Yellowcard, who had been on a two-year hiatus, would be reforming. In August, Yellowcard announced they would be returning from their hiatus and would be working on a new album for independent...
2021-09-1107 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe MXPX Slowly Going the Way of the Buffalo EpisodeOn today's episode, I do a deep dive on MXPX's 1998 album "Slowly Going the Way of the Buffalo".
Slowly Going the Way of the Buffalo is the fourth studio album released by American punk rock band MxPx in 1998. The album title was taken from a letter that a fan had written to the band, complaining that the band was changing and was "slowly going the way of the buffalo".
Due to the success of MxPx's "Chick Magnet", from their previous album, Life in General, the band signed a multi-album contract with A&M. A&M...
2021-09-0819 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Conditions "Fluorescent Youth"Hey there friends!
Welcome to the 11th edition of Flashback Fridays.
On today's episode, I'm going to be highlighting a record that came out in the year 2010.
This record is titled Fluorescent Youth by the band Conditions.
Florescent Youth was the first official full length from the band. They had put out a couple of eps before this one.
The record was released by Good Fight Music, and I believe that label is still putting out releases, they just released this album on vinyl last year in September of 2020. F...
2021-09-0304 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jed Dion of Talking Records EpisodeHey friends!
Today I'm excited to be speaking with someone that I've wanted to talk to for a while. Mr. Jed Dion, the host of Talking Records Podcast. I can't say that without hearing the Chris Demakes intro podcast theme.
Jed is a fantastic human. I really appreciate him taking the time to chat with me.
Sometimes, I think people who host podcasts get a little podcasted out, so I really appreciate his time.
Jed is a big reason why I started Having A Blast. I was turned on to his...
2021-09-011h 09
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Josh Kemble from Dogwood EpisodeHey there friends!
Welcome to the show. I hope you all are doing fantastically well out there. Staying safe and staying active.
Today, I'm extremely excited to talk to my buddy Josh Kemble from the band Dogwood.
Josh and Dogwood were extremely kind to myself and my band Gametime. They took us out on the road with them in 2003 and we had a lot of fun.
I remember watching them every night and I really learned a lot from those guys.
Josh is currently the executive chef for Harvest...
2021-08-2559 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Ace Enders & A Million Different People "When I Hit The Ground"When I Hit the Ground is the second studio album by American rock musician Ace Enders, using the name Ace Enders and a Million Different People. The album was released on 17 March 2009 through Vagrant Records. The album peaked at number 15 on the Top Heatseekers chart and number 44 on the Top Independent Albums chart.
Arthur Carl "Ace" Enders (born April 19, 1982, in Hammonton, New Jersey) is an American musician. Enders is the lead singer and guitarist of the band The Early November. He is also the lead musician, songwriter and co-producer in his band, I Can Make a Mess...
2021-08-1504 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe The Used Self-Titled EpisodeOn today's episode, I do a deep dive into the making and history of The Used' Self-Titled album. We talk about the origin of the band, the demoing process, the release, and the recording process.
I give my thoughts on the album and why I think it resonated with fans as much as it did.
We also discuss the role of John Feldmann as the producer of this album and the sound that spawned from this time period to define a genre and time period.
It was fun to revisit this classic.
2021-08-1125 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: The Academy Is... "Fast Times At Barrington High"On today's edition, we're highlighting a record from the year 2008.
The record I've chosen today is the third official full length from Chicago's very own The Academy Is... The album is called Fast Times at Barrington High.
I love this record. I think it's one of the most expertly crafted pop rock albums. Sonically, it still holds up and the recording and production is quite good. I love every song. It's a very bright Summery record. The songs have big anthemic choruses. The lyrics and melodies get stuck in your head. There's nothing too complex.
2021-08-0906 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Frank Tsoukalas from Much The Same EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm excited because I had the opportunity to speak with Frank Tsoukalas from the Chicago band Much The Same.
Frank is the bassist and co-songwriter for Much The Same. He is also the songwriter and singer of the band Burn Rebuild.
Frank and I have a lot in common. We both grew up on Fat Wreck and Epitaph, we both have bands that were heavily influenced and inspired by those types of bands and it's reflected in the music of our bands.
I also wanted to have Frank on because h...
2021-08-041h 08
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: My American Heart "Hiding Inside The Horrible Weather"On today's edition of Flashback Friday's, we're going to be highlighting a record that came out in 2007.
2007 was an interesting year for music. I rejoined a band after spending two years not playing music or being in a band.
I was 23 years old, still trying to figure out who I was.
I think this particular year was kind of like the year 1995. I think the music landscape was changing a bit, especially within the scene. I think people were getting a little tired of sad and dark music with similar themes. People were...
2021-07-3006 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Park "Building A Better ________"Building a Better ____ is the fourth full-length album by Illinois indie rock band Park. It was released in 2006.
The fourth word of the album's title is written in a similar style to that used in Mad Libs, as a blank with the word (noun) under it. This has led to some confusion on how to pronounce the title out loud. Frontman Ladd Mitchell has said they just refer to it as "Building..." or "Building a Better". The working title for the album had been "Building a Better Pirate", but the band changed it to a blank as...
2021-07-2306 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jameson Ketchum EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm excited to be speaking with my new buddy Jameson Ketchum.
Jameson has worn many hats within the music industry. He's worked as a publicist, a freelance writer, an editor for publications such as Substream, AMP, and HM Magazine. He's also worked as a tour manager and a booking agent. He's also the host of the Godspeed Podcast.
I wanted to have Jameson on the show because he's about to release his book titled "Name Dropping: Seeking Creative Truth through Trendy Altruism and Punk Rock"
It was a pleasure speaking...
2021-07-211h 12
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Copeland "In Motion"On today's episode of "FLASHBACK FRIDAYS", I'm highlighting one of my favorite records by the band Copeland. Today I'm highlighting their second record "In Motion".
In Motion is the second full-length album by the Lakeland, Florida-based band Copeland. It was released in 2005. The album includes a bonus disc of the Sony Connect Sessions with acoustic versions of "Don't Slow Down," "Pin Your Wings," "Take Care," and "Coffee," the latter two of which are taken from Beneath Medicine Tree.
AllMusic wrote that In Motion "is a surprisingly varied album, offering everything from the muscular emo attack...
2021-07-1106 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Favorite Mark Hoppus Songs (non-singles) EpisodeHey there friends!
Welcome to the show. This is Having A Blast. I am your host, Kyle Devlin.
Normally on the show, I'm either discussing a particular album or band, or interviewing guests, but today is going to be a little different.
I've been having a lot of conversations with friends about the recent announcement from Mark Hoppus that he is battling cancer.
He first alluded to having the disease in a quickly deleted Instagram post from just shy of two weeks ago. It featured a photo from what appeared to b...
2021-07-0821 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Punchline "Action"Hey there friends!
Welcome to another addition of Flashback Fridays! Tonight is the fifth official edition of this particular format.
I hope you all are doing well gearing up for the holiday weekend.
Tonight, I wanted to highlight a record from 2004. Last week we highlighted Gob's "Foot in Mouth Disease" from the year 2003.
Tonight, I'll be highlighting a record that I don't think gets enough attention, and that record is Punchline's "Action".
Punchline is an American rock band from Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, United States, that was formed in 1998.
2021-07-0305 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Zach Gehring from Mae EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm extremely excited to share my chat with you all. I recently spoke with Zach Gehring of the band Mae. Zach is the guitarist and co-songwriter for the band Mae and he's been in the band since 2004. Right after Destination: Beautiful came out.
I have been a fan of Mae since around 2003/2004. Honestly, they're one of my favorite bands.
Zach and I go into a lot of topics. I want to thank Zach for being transparent, honest, and even vulnerable in parts of our conversation. He gave a lot extremely thoughtful answers...
2021-07-011h 29
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Gob "Foot in Mouth Disease"Hey there friends!
Welcome to the show for our fourth edition of Flashback Fridays. I'm recording this on Saturday, but semantics, am I right?
I would have recorded this last night, but we got a new puppy, so I was a bit preoccupied.
Today, I want to highlight an album that came out in 2003 that I don't think gets near enough credit.
I rocked this record so much back in 2003, and subsequently many times since.
I was one of the biggest Mark Trombino fans. Still am. He's a producer that those in the pop punk and emo community are well...
2021-06-2706 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Peter Munters from Over It and Runner Runner EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm very excited because I'm speaking with an old friend.
Today I'm chatting with Mr. Peter Munters. The lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the band Over It.
Peter was also the co-singer and songwriter for the band Runner Runner.
I've known peter for almost 20 years now, Gametime had the honor of playing many shows with Over It, and we shared the same stage together on Warped Tour in 2003.
I really had a great time speaking and reconnecting with Peter. He's always been a very smart and creative person and I always admired his ability to write...
2021-06-271h 27
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Over It "Timing is Everything"On tonight's edition of Flashback Fridays, I'm highlighting the 2002 album "Timing is Everything" by the band Over It.
If you love fast pop punk almost leaning towards skate punk, you'll love this record. Give it a re-spin if you haven't listened to it in a while.
2021-06-2705 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Aaron Friesen from Growing Up Punk EpisodeHey there friends!
On today's episode, I'm excited to be speaking with Mr. Aaron Friesen, co-host of the podcast "Growing Up Punk".
I've been listening to Growing Up Punk now for a while, I'm a fan of their show.
When I first started Having a Blast, Aaron reached out to me and gave me some encouraging words and I really appreciated that.
I figured we'd have a lot in common seeing as how we are the same age, and we grew up loving the same types of music and bands.
2021-06-161h 22
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Hey Mercedes "Everynight Fire Works"Everynight Fire Works is the debut album by American rock band Hey Mercedes. Following the demise of Braid, most of the members formed Hey Mercedes, with guitarist Mark Dawursk joining in early 2000. The band released a self-titled EP through Polyvinyl Record Co., before signing to Vagrant Records at the end of the year. They recorded their debut with Burning Airlines member J. Robbins at Pachyderm Studios in Cannon Falls, Minnesota in April 2001. Everynight Fire Works is an alternative rock, emo, indie rock and pop punk record that drew comparisons to Burning Airlines, Jets to Brazil, and Shudder to Think.
2021-06-1106 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe New Found Glory Self-Titled EpisodeOn today's episode, I give a retrospective look and deep dive into New Found Glory's Self-Titled album.
2021-06-0932 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinFLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Ace Troubleshooter "Self-Titled"Hey there, friends!
Welcome to the show. I hope you all are doing well out there beyond Podcast Land.
Tonight, I'm going to be debuting a new format for the show called "Flashback Fridays".
Every Friday, I'm going to be highlighting an album that I not only love, but believe deserves more love, more credit, and a bit more of an audience.
After all, this is a music podcast, primarily, so I thought this would be fun. Perhaps you've already heard of this band, or maybe you love this album already a...
2021-06-0505 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Nick Thompson from Hit The Lights EpisodeHey there, friends!
On today's episode, I'm very excited to be chatting with Mr. Nick Thompson. The singer and songwriter for the band Hit The Lights.
Nick is also the singer and main songwriter for his project Thief Club.
I first heard Hit The Lights in 2005 and I've been a fan since. Hit The Lights has put out four full lengths and they're all amazing.
Nick and I have crossed paths a few times in the last 10 years or so and we talk about some of those random connections.
I remember running into him at an Alkaline Trio/New Found...
2021-06-0249 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Christie Gee from The Christie Gee Show EpisodeHey there friends!
On today's episode, I'm really excited because I'm speaking with my friend Christie Gee.
Christie Gee is many things, one of which is the podcast host for her show The Christie Gee Podcast. She's interviewed some amazing artists like Chris Carrabba from Dashboard Confessional, Kris Roe of The Ataris, Matt Pryor of The Get Up Kids, and many more.
She's also an extremely creative person, she's an artist who does custom portraits for folks, as well as a maker of buttons, stickers, pins, and art. She's even worked on some...
2021-05-2658 min
The Joshua Sigafus Podcast#232 Interview With Kyle Devlin - No Bullsh*t DatingIn this video/podcast, I sit down to talk with dating coach and author Kyle Devlin, who recently wrote the book “No Bullsh*t Dating - Six Steps to Find, Attract, and Keep Your Dream Woman.” In this interview, we talk about Kyle Devlin’s book, his views on dating, some advice for men… and perhaps most importantly, the ‘Business Card Method,’ which is explained in a chapter of his book, which I found particularly useful and interesting. You don’t want to miss this one!
Check out Kyle Devlin’s links here:
Buy his book here: https...
2021-05-2050 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Johnny Hamlin from Lights Over Bridgeport EpisodeHey there friends!
I hope you are all doing well out there beyond podcast land.
I'm very excited, on todays episode, I'm speaking with my buddy Johnny Hamlin.
Johnny and I connected on social media last year. We talked about fitness originally and it was shortly after that in which I realized that I had been listening to Johnny's band Lights Over Bridgeport for a few months.
Nick Deiner from The Swellers had posted about the band because he produced their newest record "Better This Way" and I loved the record.
2021-05-1957 min
Having A Blast with Kyle Devlin*Bonus Episode* The Introduction EpisodeMy name is Kyle Devlin. I love music obviously.
I'm a personal trainer during the day. I have an online nutrition/fitness/mindset coaching company called Better Self. I run it with my partner. She's a much better coach than I am.
I love personal development, fitness, strength training, healthy nutrition, investing, routine, Star Wars, The Simpsons, Lots of pop culture from the 80's and 90's. My favorite movie of all time is Raiders of the Lost Ark. I've probably seen it 200 times and I'm sure I'll watch it 200 more times if I'm allowed.
2021-05-1315 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Difference Between Pop Punk and Emo EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm excited because I'm talking about the differences of two genres of music: The ones in which we spend a great deal talking about on this particular podcast: Pop punk and emo.
I've gotta give credit to my partner for coming up with this topic, because she was the one who asked the question and then suggested that I talk about it on an episode of Having a Blast.
It was in my attempt to answer the question that I recognized... Oh, this is a bit of a loaded topic. But at...
2021-05-0643 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Danny Freeman from A Few Too Many EpisodeHey there friends, I hope you all are doing well and having a wonderful and productive day.
I am very excited because today, I'm speaking with my friend Mr. Danny Freeman.
Danny is in the UK pop punk alternative band A Few Too Many. He is the guitarist/co-vocalist for the band. Danny is also the founder and curator of the FB group The Pop Punk Networking Group.
I wanted to have Danny on for a couple of reasons. One, I wanted to know what it was like being in a band across the...
2021-04-2639 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Nick Pickrell from Gametime EpisodeHey there friends!
Today, I'm extremely excited to welcome my longtime confidant, one of my former PIC's, and one of my most special and unique friendships.
Yes, that's correct... Today, I'm speaking with my buddy Nick Pickrell otherwise known as Nick Pick.
Nick is a legend within the Kansas City area. Some wonder if he even exists at all. Some think he's just a myth. A tall tale. I happen to know that he's real.
Nick and I met when I was 16 years old. We were in a pop punk band together for four years. You've heard me mention it h...
2021-04-191h 09
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Five Important Albums from the Year I Graduated High School EpisodeOn today's episode, I discuss five important albums from the year I graduated high school.
I graduated in 2002. The year was an especially significant and important year for pop punk records.
I hope you enjoy my list! Let me know what your favorites are from the year YOU graduated. Message me on Instagram @kyle_devlin__
2021-04-1223 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Rob Freeman from Hidden in Plain View Episode.On today's episode, I'm extremely excited to be chatting with another Drive Thru Records Alum, Mr. Rob Freeman, guitarist, co-singer, and primary songwriter for the band Hidden In Plain View.
My first memory of hearing Hidden in Plain View was with the Valencia guys on tour with them back in the early 2000's. I think I actually had a brief exchange with Rob back then about potentially playing some shows.
Rob owns and works at Audio Pilot Studio and Production as a record producer, recording various up and coming artists. I was just looking at...
2021-04-051h 14
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Michael Hollins Owner of TDR Records EpisodeOn today's episode, I'm speaking with my friend Michael Hollins. Mike is the owner of TDR Records.
TDR Records began in the mid-2000's when Mike began releasing his band's music. Eventually he began working with other bands.
TDR has had several vinyl releases from bands like Punchline, The Early November, Over It, The Promise Hero, The Prize Fight, Yellowbird Mantra, Barely Blind, and many more.
We discuss what it's like to run a record label in 2021, as well as reminisce about the scene in the early 2000's. I think everyone can take...
2021-03-3045 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Mikey Elfers from The JV Allstars EpisodeOn today's episode, I speak with my good friend Mikey Elfers! I've known Mike for a long time now. Both of my old bands had the privilege's to play with Mike's band The JV Allstars.
Mike is a busy man. He's currently the singer/songwriter/guitarist in his futuristic project Thirst Things First, as well as the drummer in legendary punk rock band The Killigans. When he's not working at his 8-5 gig, he's also writing music reviews for the site Punknews.org, and That's Good Enough For Me.
He's also currently doing a fun YouTube series of interviews under t...
2021-03-221h 08
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Take This To Your Grave EpisodeOn today's episode, I do a deep dive on the history and making of Fall Out Boy's debut record "Take This To Your Grave".
We cover the making of the record. The demoing process leading up to the recording. We discuss the fact that Fall Out Boy had another release before TTTYG that they don't really acknowledge as being a proper release.
It was surprising to learn just how dramatic the recording of this record was. I wasn't aware of how much Patrick and Pete fought over melodies and lyrics. Apparently, they agonized over words and phrases until they believed...
2021-03-1532 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Adam from Homegrown and Radical Radical EpisodeIn today's episode, I speak with one of my favorite vocalists from the scene, Mr. Adam Lohrbach!
One of the first big stacked shows I was lucky enough to see was Homegrown, MXPX, and Blink 182. It was at Liberty Hall in Lawrence KS. Even before that show, I have fond memories listening to Homegrown's first record "That's Business" on the floor of my best friends bedroom. We were borderline obsessed with that record and then when "Act Your Age", their second record came, we were beyond fans. I spent an entire Summer devouring that record front to back.
Adam and...
2021-03-071h 15Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Five Bands I Didn't Really "Get" at First EpisodeIn today's episode, I talk about five bands that I didn't love upon first listen, but eventually loved. I didn't quite understand the charm, brilliance, and creative genius of the five bands listed until I really dug deep. In a few instances, I went back and revisited the band's back catalogue, and that is where I discovered that I did in fact love the band.
The bands mentioned are:
1. Alkaline Trio
2. Smoking Popes
3. Taking Back Sunday
4. Glassjaw
5. Armor For Sleep
As you'll hear, I learned...
2021-03-0225 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Mike Henneberger Author of Rock Bottom at the Renaissance EpisodeToday I talk with my friend Mike Henneberger. Mike is the author of "Rock Bottom at the Renaissance, An Emo Kid's Journey Through Falling in and out of Love in and With New York City".
Before Mike Henneberger was an Emmy-winning producer with credits from Comedy Central, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Spin, and Vice, he was just another lost soul in New York City, stumbling down a path paved by mental illness, and littered with pieces of a broken heart and a broken mind.
Rock Bottom at the Renaissance: An Emo Kid's Journey Through Falling In...
2021-02-2256 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Toby McAllister from Sparks The Rescue EpisodeIn this episode, I interview my good friend, Mr. Toby McAllister from the band Sparks The Rescue. Sparks The Rescue was signed to Fearless Records and they released two albums with the label, as well as additional EPs independently.
We go through the history of the band, getting signed, and everything that happens when we get a little bit older. We discuss the dynamic of the band now and how it's more about friends getting together and having fun.
We talk about life with Covid, what Toby is up to now, and we discuss some...
2021-02-1554 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe New Pop Punk Bands Worth Checking Out EpisodeIn today's episode, I highlight 11 (originally said 10 in the episode and did 11 on accident) newer pop punk bands that I love and I think everyone should check out.
The bands listed are:
1. Stand Atlantic
2. Eternal Boy
3. Seaway
4. The Way Way Back
5. Odd Robot
6. We Were Sharks
7. FigureItOut
8. Bearings
9. Lights Over Bridgeport
10. Meet Me @ The Altar
11. Grayscale
All great bands. They all deserve to get more love. They all could blow up and become a massive mai...
2021-02-0722 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Aaron Sprinkle EpisodeI'm incredibly excited about today's episode. I had the privilege to interview one of my favorite producers/artists, Mr. Aaron Sprinkle.
Aaron is a singer, songwriter, composer, and record producer. He's done dozens of records that have been put out by Tooth & Nail Records (Anberlin, The Almost, Emery, Ivoryline, Dead Poetic, Copeland, MxPx, Hyland, etc.) as well as other classic albums (Acceptance, Every Avenue, New Found Glory, Pedro The Lion, Story of the Year, etc.) The list really does go on and on.
Aaron shared some of his experiences making some of these records. He t...
2021-02-0154 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Blink-182 Untitled EpisodeIn this episode, I discuss Blink-182's fifth full length, the "Untitled" album. This album proved to be a turning point for the band in their lives and in their career. It was a lot of fun revisiting this classic, and it certainly holds up and stands the test of time.
Blink-182, also known as Untitled, is the self-titled fifth studio album by the American rock band Blink-182, released on November 18, 2003 by Geffen Records. Following their ascent to stardom and success of their prior two releases, the trio was compelled to take a break and subsequently participated in...
2021-01-2543 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe So Long Astoria with Ben Wendt from The Way Way Back EpisodeToday, I'm joined by my good friend Ben Wendt from the band The Way Way Back.
We discuss the major label debut "So Long Astoria" from legendary pop punk band The Ataris.
We start by discussing the history of The Ataris and their complicated trajectory. We talk about their earlier albums and how they influenced us and the scene as a whole. We mention their earlier albums and EPs, like "Blue Skies, Broken Hearts... Next 12 Exits", "Look Forward to Failure", "End is Forever", and "Anywhere But Here". But we really dive deep on So Long.
2021-01-171h 43
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Artist in the Ambulance EpisodeToday's episode is Part Two of my conversation with Todd Anderson of The Dear Misses.
Todd and I discuss the seminal third album "The Artist in the Ambulance" by Thrice. Thrice signed with a major label in 2002 after the unexpected success of their second album "The Illusion of Safety". The album garnered the band critical and fan praise.
We talk about the themes of the record, as well as how the record has stood the test of time. We talk about how Thrice chose to go a different direction from many of their contemporaries at th...
2021-01-1159 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Todd Anderson from The Dear Misses EpisodeIn this episode, I speak with my good friend Todd Anderson.
Todd is the front man for a great band called The Dear Misses. Todd and I have been friends for a few years, but we met over a decade ago when our bands played together in Lawrence Kansas.
Todd and I have a ton of common when it comes to music and I always really enjoy talking to him about bands we both grew up on. In this episode, we talk about how we initially got into playing music.
We talk about how...
2021-01-031h 00
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Bryan Czap from The Dangerous Summer and Violette EpisodeIn this episode, I speak with Bryan Czap, the former guitarist in The Dangerous Summer.
He is now working on his new musical project Violette with his partner Chelsea.
He's also working his way into becoming a prolific producer.
We talk about being a person on a mission and seeing goals and projects come to fruition. We also talk about his transition from The Dangerous Summer into producing and writing songs for Violette.
There's a lot to take away from this episode. It's a story about the different seasons of being a mus...
2020-12-211h 01
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Jonathan "Jono" Diener from The Swellers EpisodeIn this episode, I have the opportunity to sit down with The Sweller's drummer Jonathan "Jono" Diener.
Jonathan is also the front man for his most recent musical project Baggage.
He's also in the musical projects Braided Veins and No Trigger.
Jonathan has recently been working to promote his new coffee company Rootless Coffee out of Flint Michigan where he lives. Jonathan and I talk about marketing, creativity, and identity, and how they are all interconnected when it comes to pursuing new projects.
Whether it be playing in bands, starting companies, or w...
2020-12-1354 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Getting On The Vans Warped Tour EpisodeIn this episode, I tell the story of how I managed to get my band Gametime on the Vans Warped Tour in 2002 and the lessons I learned from it.
The Vans Warped Tour was a traveling rock tour that toured the United States (including three or four stops in Canada) annually each summer from its initial start in 1995. It was the largest traveling music festival in the United States and was the longest-running touring music festival to date in North America. Vans toured Australia in 1998-2002 and again in 2013. Following the first Warped Tour, the skateboard shoe...
2020-12-0719 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Saosin Self Titled with Kyle Ward from What A Wreck EpisodeIn this episode, I talk with my long-time friend and musician/producer extraordinaire about his favorite record of all time! We talk about Saosin's debut full length. We discuss what led to the genre-defining album as well as Saosin in their early stages with Anthony Green.
We talk about how Cove Reber had some big shoes to fill, and how he surpassed expectations with this opus of an album. We also talk about what Kyle has going on with his band What A Wreck, and his most recent production effort with the band The Way Way Back. E...
2020-12-011h 03
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Ocean Avenue EpisodeIn this episode, I talk about one of my favorite bands of all time, Yellowcard.
Ocean Avenue is their most recognized album and today we take an inside look at the album, the band, and the stories surrounding it.
I was fortunate to really know these guys during this time in their lives and there's so much more to this album than meets the eye!
Ocean Avenue is the fourth studio album by American rock band Yellowcard. It was released on July 22, 2003, through Capitol Records. After touring to promote their third studio album On...
2020-11-2441 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Rishi Bahl From Eternal Boy and Four Chord Music EpisodeIn this episode, I talk to my long-time friend Rishi Bahl from the band Eternal Boy. Rishi and I had a blast catching up.
Not only is he the front-man of the band Eternal Boy, but he's also a professor of marketing, as well as the founder of The Four Chord Music Festival and the founder of Four Chord Music.
Four Chord Music has released records by Eternal Boy, Fortune Cove, and Harbor, just to name a few. We discuss what it's like being a professor and how marketing ties into the DIY ethos derived fr...
2020-11-211h 22
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Shane Henderson From Valencia EpisodeIn this episode, I interview my friend Shane Henderson, the singer of Valencia.
Shane and I go way back.
We discuss the history of the band Valencia, the re-release of their album "Dancing With A Ghost", and what Shane has planned for the future.
Valencia is an American alternative rock band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Valencia met by playing local shows together around the tri-state area in separate bands. George Ciukurescu and JD Perry grew up together; attending elementary school, high school, and their first year of college.
The...
2020-11-1533 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Where You Want To Be with Adam Roberts EpisodeIn this episode, I have my first guest! My buddy Adam and I chat about the second album "Where You Want To Be" from Emo virtuosos Taking Back Sunday.
Where You Want to Be is the second studio album by American rock band Taking Back Sunday. While touring to promote Tell All Your Friends (2002), guitarist John Nolan and bassist Shaun Cooper left the group and were replaced by Fred Mascherino and Matt Rubano, respectively. After a co-headlining tour with Saves the Day in fall 2003, the band began working on Where You Want to Be.
Dismissive of...
2020-11-0643 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Pop Disaster Tour EpisodeIn this episode, I'll be discussing going to the 2002 "Pop Disaster Tour" with co-headliners Green Day and Blink 182 with the openers Jimmy Eat World and Saves The Day.
I talk about attending the show and getting on stage with Green Day to play a song with them and somehow walking away with Billie Joe's guitar. The Pop Disaster Tour was a concert tour co-headlined by American rock bands Blink-182 and Green Day.
The Pop Disaster Tour was a concert tour co-headlined by American rock bands Blink-182 and Green Day. The two groups, with supporting acts Ji...
2020-11-0217 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Bleed American EpisodeIn this episode, I'll be discussing the album "Bleed American" by the band Jimmy Eat World.
I do a deep dive on the history surrounding the album.
Bleed American is the fourth studio album by American rock band Jimmy Eat World, released on July 24, 2001, by DreamWorks Records. Originally released as Bleed American, it was re-released as Jimmy Eat World following the September 11 attacks on New York and Washington, D.C., which took place seven weeks after its initial release. The Jimmy Eat World title stayed until 2008 upon its re-release with its original title returned.
...
2020-11-0242 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Dookie EpisodeIn this episode, I discuss the album "Dookie" by Green Day.
We go over the entire history of the album, including the making and production of the record. I also give my thoughts on all of the songs, as well as some fun memories with the record.
Green Day is an American rock band formed in the East Bay of California in 1987 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong and bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt. For much of the band's career, they have been a trio with drummer Tré Cool, who replaced John Kif...
2020-11-0238 min
Having A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Trailer for The “Having A Blast” Podcast EpisodeHaving A Blast is a podcast dedicated to punk rock and personal development.
a pop punk, emo, post-hardcore, and skate punk podcast.
All under the umbrella of modern punk music and all it's subgenres.
We're going to do deep dives of important bands and albums. We're also going to find out what makes these people unique, how they managed to take their destinies into their own hands, and how they approach self-development and exercise.
We're also going to be speaking with band members, producers, songwriters, and friends.
I may also...
2020-10-2900 minHaving A Blast with Kyle DevlinThe Having A Blast Trailer EpisodeHaving A Blast is a pop punk, emo, indie, post-hardcore, and skate punk podcast. All under the umbrella of modern punk music and all it's subsequent subgenres.
We're going to be doing deep dives of important bands and albums. We're also going to be speaking with band members, producers, songwriters, and friends.
I may also occasionally drop in a story from my time in two bands that travelled nationally and abroad (Gametime and The American Life).
If you'd like to get ahold of me, you can find me on my Instagram and Facebook. If you'd like to email me, feel f...
2020-10-2800 min
COACHED Podcast003: How Physical Fitness Impacts Your Mind | Kyle DevlinIn this latest episode of COACHED Podcast I speak with Kyle Devlin. Kyle is know as the "approachable trainer" and I couldnt agree more. We talk about how implementing physical fitness has such a large impact on your mind. We also give tips on what you can do if you're just starting from scractch. Follow Kyle Devlin Instagram: kyledevlinfitness Website: kyledevlinfitness.com / devlinfitness.com
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2018-10-0827 min
Better Ideas with Dakota PikeEp.28- Physical and Spiritual Health w/ Kyle Devlin(Fitness Trainer)Kyle Devlin is a great and very insightful teacher, who I learned a lot from during this conversation. We talk about how he started his fitness journey and how he stays on that path as difficult as that may be.
2018-04-1600 min