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Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP216 - Al LoweSend us a textYam Oroight? Another Tom On One for you all this week, and the "one" is none other than Healer of Bastard's very own bass player, Al Lowe!Al is a full on west midlander, with the voice and everything so Tom is very happy to be amongst his people.We discuss key musical moments from Al's life: From when he turned greeb as a teen, all the way through to when he turned 30.SERIOUS WARNING: There's some quite graphic injury detail, so if you're squeamish or listening...
2026-01-091h 24
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP214 - The BrokedownsSend us a textA festive stateside visit beckons this week as Tom and his able assistant Mark Murphy (off Crocodile God) chat with The Brokedowns about their latest record (out now on Red Scare) Let's Tip The Landlord.We chat about famous punk houses, a terrible slipping over incident, health gurus, the International Criminal Court and much more.Tom's on one about audiobooks, Mark reveals his Christmas party plans and a previous guest from the North East thinks something is a fookin disgrace.Music this time comes from: Blink 182, Ugly...
2025-12-141h 20
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP210- Danny BarrettSend us a textThe "Tom On One" odyssey continues this week, with firm fan favourite and all round good lad, Danny Barrett off The Crash Mats. BAz is treating us to tales about songs that came out in the years he turned 18, 21, 30 and 40. Seriously good variety this time, so you don't want to miss it!We cover the Olympics, films we can quote, former colleagues with unfortunate names and theres a very near faux pas right at the beginning. There's also Crash Mats news and gig planning LIVE on the air.Songs...
2025-11-091h 01
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP209 - Dave ShacklefordSend us a textA slightly refined format this time following some turbulent times in MLPP towers. However we hope that this in-depth, one on one (or TOM on one, geddit?) chat with Dave Shackleford will be a pleasant experience for you.Dave talks about songs that have meant a lot to him from the years he turned 18, 21, 30 and 40. Theres a good variety in there, so something for everyone.We get some news on the next Shackleford album, how Dave got his hands on a load of prophylactics for nowt and Tom unlocks...
2025-11-051h 03
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP202 - Back Teeth are BACK!Send us a textđŹThe Brummie Boys, Back Teeth couldn't wait to return to MLPP Towers so soon after their first visit, so they did! They're in to show off their shiny new bass player, discuss their upcoming single "It's Time For The Forever Box" and to strenuously deny the existence of their upcoming album on Little Rocket Records.Lewis, their main man dials in from Slovenia, Rich and Tom appear in their pro looking home studios, and Dave is our first ever guest to appear live from a Toby Carvery.Tom has a g...
2025-08-071h 34
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP200 - Tom & NiallismSend us a textThe double century is upon us! Danny and Mark are joined by Great Britain's fattest podcasting punk duo, Tom & Niallism!The Big Book of Bullshit was bursting at the seams for once, so expect all the classics: "why are you still doing this?" "shag, marry, kill" "dream guests" and of course, "when was the last time you shit your pants?".Danny and Mark tell us about gigs they've organised, Mark's been to a strange place on holiday and Danny Barrett tells us about how he was mugged off by...
2025-07-181h 47
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP198 - On The CinderSend us a textMore colonial cousins for us this week as we pop over the pond for a chat with Buffalo NY's very own On The Cinder ahead of their UK tour!We give the lads some cultural tips on language, soccer and pubs. In return, they inform us how British culture is blossoming in the world of diplomatic relations, tell us a tale of how they met a footballer's Mum & Dad, give us the lowdown on their town's obsession with wings and declare their non-involvement in the current state of the USA.
2025-07-011h 33
Mid Life Punk PodcastThe Road To Juddstock - Part 1Send us a textJuddstock 2025 is imminent, and we have pledged to get you down there, by hook or by crook.In the symbolic and literal heart of England, is Nuneaton. That is where Juddstock 2025 is being held. Tom and Niallism have welcomed some of the artistes and organisers into MLPP Towers for a sneaky look at some of the quality bands that will be rocking the Queen's Hall on June the 14th.Tom, Niall, Dickkie, Dave, Don White from Shackleford as well as Danny Barrett off The Crash Mats are doing the...
2025-06-0952 min
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP190 - The Slow Death Return!Send us a textJesse Thorson joins us this week to make up for the time he got stuck in a field in France with no phone signal.The Slow Death (his band) have a new record dropping imminently and we have some tracks from that as well as a reimagining of one of their old songs which is something of an EXCLUSIVE.We chat about family holidays, the band's very high membership numbers, Wank Hilliams and wives with sexy voices.Tom and Niallism discuss their latest adventures up the Aldi...
2025-04-041h 18
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP188 - Last Ditch EffortSend us a textWe're making the effort this week with San Jose's very own Last Ditch Effort. 2 of these political, melodic skate punkers have escaped the California heat for a chat about learning a new instrument, the positives and negatives of Craigslist, Ice Hockey, memes and of course the high profile bromance of President Faketan and his South African mate.Tom and Niallism chat about Niall's future life, we get a heart warming story about swift justice being delivered in the Far East, Tom attempts some Rileism and he also calls out s...
2025-03-141h 36
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP185 - BandagesSend us a textWe have all things Ohio covered this week as we welcome Shannon off Bandages, an emerging band that became a success by accident.We get a first hand account of what our colonial cousins' election result has been so far, we chat about our inability to comprehend long distances and we talk about songs that write themselves. All this and much more is inside your favourite serious music journalism podcast!Tom reveals perhaps the biggest F**king Disgrace we've had so far, Niallism tells a tale of tenacity, survival...
2025-02-061h 14
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP at East Angrier 10Send us a textTom's been on his travels to beautiful new town and Diesel City, Peterborough. No, he hadn't forgot his passport, he was asked to report on East Angrier X (put on by Socks On Records).He gathered people under Tom's chatting tree at the back of the closed-down Debenhams to conduct micro-interviews with some of the artistes performing, provides in-depth analysis of the bands' performances and if you listen, you can hear the effect of the Rattler venom that he's infected with a little bit more each interview.I guarantee...
2025-01-2847 min
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP175 - Snakes Among UsSend us a textThis week, we're joined by Pete and Josh from off Warrington's very own Snakes Among Us are in MLPP Towers.These hardcore, thrashy buggers are a relatively new addition to the UK scene, so we are hoping to give you the low down before anyone else.We discuss the two main topics of their songs, going down with audiences better far from home, record pre-production and films.Tom's timed his watching of a horrifying cult classic perfectly, Niall loves Tom's Whitney Houston joke and we give the...
2024-10-181h 13
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP173 - Deadbeat At DawnSend us a textSkanking and spitting bars from the arse-end of nowhere, DeadBeat At Dawn are Yorkshire's punk/ska/hiphop crossover beasts and they've lent us one of their vocalists. Aaron, to give us the lowdown.We discuss surviving the doldrum years of Ska, the international Ska scene, touring with some legends and borrowing lyrics.Post apocalyptic movies, old UK television shows about high school and a rumble with a singer from down under are also chatted about.Tom's watched a film he'd like to recommend, Niallism's burnt his head...
2024-10-011h 18
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP162 - Andy CameronSend us a textAndy Cameron, the self proclaimed Tartan King has popped over the border this week for a chat with your two favourite obese podders.Andy and his band Ex-Cathedra supported all the big hitters in the 90s, he laid down some dub with Suicide Bid in the Noughties and now, he's back with his new outfit Bullitz 23.We talk about being in a hit film, having yourself recommended to you by someone famous, potentially inspiring one of Rancid's songs and all the best Scottish venues and punk bands....
2024-06-131h 24
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP153 - Jonathan Anastas (DYS and Slapshot)Send us a textJonathan Anastas from back in the day, OG Boston Hardcore legends DYS and founder-member of Slapshot is our guest this week!Jonathan's in to talk to us about the 40th anniversary re-release of DYS' "Brotherhood" on Bridge Nine Records. We also cover Slapshot, interesting interpretations of what DYS stands for and an interesting way of dealing with bootleggers!Tom and Niallism have been changing rock history, Tom's a poorly boy and Niall's skewed version of histroy shocks us all.Music for you this week is from Greyhound...
2024-03-131h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP152 - Ali SmithSend us a textAuthor, Artist and Musician Ali Smith has popped in this week for a chat about her latest tome "The Ballad of Speedball Baby". This memoir charts the trials, tribulations and dream crushing of attempting to navigate the world of major labels in the 90s, at the height of their post Nirvana feeding frenzy. Which original punk band need their electrics looking at? Which Beatle was upstaged by a drum destroying singer? Should we pay any heed to the wants and needs of Sloveinian bikers? Listen and find out the answers to a...
2024-02-281h 28
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP147 - Stank FingerSend us a textNiall and Tom are visited by deepest Norfolk's ska-punk harmonising machine Stank Finger this week.Their brand-STANKing (heh heh) new album 3 Finger Discount is out on the 19th so this is a chance for you to get an advance peek at some of the tracks.We talk the halcyon days of touring, Supermarket Sweep (both eras), slag off boy racers and get the inside track on all things Stank.Tom has a gig report for you, Niallism has been doing absolutely nothing and all the usual rubbish...
2024-01-171h 17
Mid Life Punk PodcastThe 9th Day Of Christmas feat. The Current Mrs SidwellSend us a textOn the 9th Day of Christmas MLPP gave to me...."9 Punk Bands I now Like!"The Matriarch of MLPP Towers, The Current Mrs Sidwell has finally broken her silence after 3 years.She joins Tom and Niall to discuss nine punk beat combos that she has slowly learned to enjoy via osmosis after being married to Tom for so long.Â
2024-01-0237 min
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP141 - Wells & HollistonSend us a textTaking a break from their epic Euro tour to speak to us this week is Simon Wells (ex-Snuff, current Southport and top builder)Â and Tom Holliston (Nomeansno, Hanson Brothers).They boys log in from a hotel room in an unknown city in the Czech Republic and regail us with tales of TV Shows from times gone by, their favourite bits of the UK and Europe, avoiding wars by the skin of their teeth and much more besides.Niallism is still on holiday, so Tom is assisted by the Netherlands' t...
2023-11-031h 29
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP139 - Our Lives In CinemaSend us a textThis week Our Lives In Cinema are projecting themselves onto the side of MLPP Towers. Their glorious leader, Mark answers your cinema based questions as we tackle Groundhog Day, Share Grease conspiracy theories and there's a bit of music talk in there as well. These Bromley pop punks are on the cusp of their full length debut and we see big things on the horizon.Tom also introduces the OLIC song "Dead Legends" as "Dead Leg" and nobody corrected him. God knows why.Tom's been up to Oldham again...
2023-10-201h 22
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP128 - Girls Like UsSend us a textRound the houses guv! It's a trip to South London this week for Tom and guest co-host Mark L Williamson (Niall's off on a Kraftwerk pilgrimage) to meet, greet and chat with grungy, punky 3 piece Girls Like Us.We discuss their upcoming festival appearances, hear about their fame amongst the narcotic retail community and get the inside track on their personal and sincere lyrical content.It wouldnât be an episode featuring women if we didn't have to force home the message that touching people without consent isn't bloody on...
2023-07-261h 30
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP123 - Question The MarkSend us a textIt's back to Wales this week as Tom and Niallism chat up Question The Mark.The melodic hardcore/gruffpunkers love a pun, hate their old van, hate the tories and hate working in call centres.Niallism is absolutely furious at the state of the world, Tom is carrying out a coronation activity check and the great debate of "who has the best (climbable by amateurs) mountain?" is settled.The QTM boys have also furnished us with a track from their upcoming ep on Little Rocket Records.
2023-05-291h 15
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP Manchester Punk Festival PreviewSend us a textThis, my friends is YOUR unofficial companion podcast to the 2023 Manchester Punk Festival!Tom and Niall have gathered some of the friendly punks together to discuss who we're most looking forward to seeing, and just like the line up the variety is stonking!Your dynamic panel of punx includes: Tom & Niallism off MLPP (obvs), Danny Barrett off the Crash Mats, Scott Reynolds from Eat Defeat, Mark Murphy off Crocodile God/ Mark Murphy & The Meds, Dickkie from Shackleford and the Netherlands' cuddliest teddy bear, Duco Van Der Veen (Wet Camper).
2023-03-281h 00
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP111 - NOTSend us a text  Theyâre not ALL, but they are NOT.   Western USA Supergroup NOT are in the hot seat this week todiscuss their project which is a homage to the Descendents offshoot. We hearabout their favourite records and tracks from their heroes, we get a uniqueinsight into how things work at Bill Stevensonâs studio The Blasting Room andwe can exclusively reveal what records the lads lost their virginity too. Iknow, we spoil you.   Tomâs got a gig re...
2023-02-091h 46
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP108 - RivalrySend us a textHappy new year one and all! We kick off 2023 in style as we're joind by Mackie (ex- Blitz and Epic Problem) and Mark Magill (Down and Outs, The Daily Mirror) to discuss their new band, Rivalry!We hear about getting chased off the fairground by teddy boys, who the biggest band from Tamworth are, sporting tensions within the band, self discipline and the always upbeat topic of nuclear apocolypse. There's loads of mentions of BSS (Born Shit Stirrers) for some reason, Tom reviews NYE party games and Niall meets o...
2023-01-091h 31
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP105 - Slalom DSend us a textIt's back up to the North East this week for a chat with Serial Bowl Records' Slalom D!We get to the bottom of their band name, we hear about some of their favourite albums, horror film and final girls AND, we find out which member of the Diaz Brothers has the makings of a diplomat. This will surprise you.There are some very subtle hints that Tom's not feeling 100%, Niall looks to Yorkshire for Christmas cuisine, there's a gig report from Derbados and loads more besides.Music this week: The Butters Aliens...
2022-11-251h 34
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP104 - The Mercy Fu**sSend us a textVinny, drummer from The Mercy Fucks, has been left high and dry by his bandmates. Cut loose and left to explain songs like "Panty Sniffer" and "Commode Crusher" despite not having written them. He puts in a sterling performance however, thrilling us with stories about panty sniffing, commode crushing and spurious activity in the back of a car.Vin and Niall demonstrate the strength of their egos, Tom's is made of paper or something, we enjoy a gig report from Bolton (thanks Danny Barrett off The Crash Mats), Niall's lost a crucial grooming...
2022-11-161h 12
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP102 - Cat's Claw & Serial Bowl RecordsSend us a textBehold the future of DIY record labels! Something a bit different for you this week as we're joined by Pikey, Ben and Ben from Serial Bowl Records as well as Mr Jonny Wilson from Cat's Claw Records.They've got some brutal advice for aspiring label people, we hear what records they wished they'd released and a bit about what possessed them to get into this game.Tom's had a Halloween make up mishap, we discuss podcast etiquette, Niall dresses in a way that gets the guests riled up, Tom's editing skills are tested...
2022-10-281h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP101 - The AttackSend us a textIt's been a while since we enjoyed the company of a colonial cousin, but Brad from The Attack made up for their absence.The Attack are over here this month and next touring the UK, starting in Nuneaton (I mean, why wouldn't you?!) and hitting up all your favourite venues up and down the country. We chat about bad bosses, bad employees, bad babysitters, the ultimate Florida man, being a #BoatPunk, and Brad's close ties to the glorious West Midlands.Tom is so hungover he can barely function (don't worry, the hair of...
2022-10-201h 22
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP99 - Eat DefeatSend us a textThis week it's the turn of pop-punk globe trotters, Eat Defeat to visit MLPP Towers. T'lads from t'Leeds are going to dazzle you with their tales of traversing the USA, Japan, Pakistan (?!) and of course, London. We get the REAL story about playing Punk Rock Holiday (where there were two kilted wrong 'uns), we get the inside track on being endorsed by a global guitar company and there is another edition of "Scruple or Sh!te?".Niallism's been to a rock concert, Tom's played at a rock concert, there's a bit of correspondence...
2022-10-061h 24
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP98 - Kick Up/ The AbsSend us a textTom's Abs Obsession continues in earnest this week as we're joined by the other half of Newport's best band (sorry Pizzatramp, silver medal for you) as they not only remember the good old days, but also bring us up to date on their latest project, Kick Up!We talk terms of endearment in Newport, life on the road in the 80s/90s, kicking up arses and the origin of their brilliant, but strange, nicknames.We have some technical difficulties (sorry, I think it's sorted now), Tom has an update on the fruit of...
2022-10-011h 41
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP96 - Reason To LeaveSend us a textWe've got a great reason to listen this week, and that reason is....The North West's very own Reason To Leave! Their singer lives by the seaside and used to DJ jungle, their drummer lives in Hollyoaks, their bass player joins us from his automobile and their guitarist makes a brief but impactful appearance. Their 90s/00s skate punk sound will take you right back to the days when you could be out drinking 'til 4am and be in work for 9am. The boys make their cases for who they think should be...
2022-09-141h 32
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP At Crapfest SpecialSend us a textGratiously, Crapsons invited us to attend and document their annual Liverpool festival: Crapfest! and it definitely was not crap.Tom & Niallism venture forth to find out all the hard hitting Crapfest questions: How many people will die during Pizzatramp's set? Did Wonk Unit have a nice journey? How many bands did we get to flick Hello & Hoof's Danny Barrett in the pods? We have chats and tunes with/from Crapsons, Leech Bleeders, Pat Butcher, Parker Pardon Us (Tom's cider tolerance maxes out at this point), Wonk Unit and Pizzatramp
2022-08-3155 min
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP94 - Liam Ashcroft (Crocodile God, Mugsmasher, The Mighty Saguaro)Send us a textWe're visited by Liam Ashcroft from bands such as Crocodile God, Mugsmasher (of which we have some exclusives for you), The Mighty Saguaro (and many more) for a look at his life in punk. We talk life changing gigs with Pansy Division, being taken under Frankie Stubbs' wing, scary horror films, scary Kraftwerk conventions and much more.Tom has more accent attempts, Niall is cross about Tom's penchant for detail in TV, there's a moral scruple for our guest and we exclusively reveal what would've happened if E.T had landed in the...
2022-08-241h 43
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP93 - Random HeroesSend us a textThe MLPP party bus has stopped in Brighton this week to chat with Mark, the old top brass from Random Heroes!Mark joins on the band's 20th anniversary year, so we look to the past with tour stories about throat cutting spirits, ex pop stars nearly beating up a pop punk veteran and a look back at DIY gigs of old.This aint a nostalgia trip though, we talk BRAND NEW Random Heroes releases, the future of music formats and the state of manscaping and beer subscription services. Mark reveals his knowledge about...
2022-08-171h 37
Mid Life Punk PodcastGive 'Em The Fat O'Rama - Spunk O'Rama 4Send us a textA look back to the past beckons as we forensically dissect Epitaph Records' 1999 sampler, Punk O'Rama 4 - Straight Outta The Pit.Tom and Niallism are joined by Dan from Shackleford who has some zany theories. Why did Osker split up? What's the Zeke singers favourite sexual position? Listen in and find out.
2022-08-081h 48
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP92 - The Battery FarmSend us a textTime for something a bit different this week as Moston's The Battery Farm pop into MLPP Towers for a chat. They have the look, they've a unique sound and they're planning big things for the future.You may also notice that Niallism sounds a bit different this week, that's because it's not Niallism at all, it's Mark Murphy from Crocodile God, The Meds and many more.Listen out for the sometimes morbid (but always interesting) inspiration for BF tunes, hear about a farting failure, the BF boys answer to a moral scruple are...
2022-07-261h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP91 - Pardon UsSend us a textOn the hottest day since records began, we give you an episode of the hottest punk podcast in town!Excusing themselves this week, we have Liverpool's own Pardon Us! We talk a bit about punk rock but mainly: Boasting a tenuous link with Alkaline Trio, Mundane celebrity encounters, badly attended gigs, scarily attended gigs and we try to arrange an extra day off for everyone.Niallism makes a corker of a joke, Tom's not hungover but he has been watching TV, Lucy's Lucky Dip goes all Riot Grrrl and a whole load of...
2022-07-191h 23
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP90 - Making FriendsSend us a textWe're skating off down to Brighton this week as we grind our way to the hearts of South Coast Skate Punk hit makers, Making Friends.The boys join us to talk about their spooky music videos, their pure action music videos and the Brighton scene. We cover the opening of pits in the midlands, lesser known sayings from the North East and an update on the Sum 41 singer's country of residence.Tom's hungover again, Niall's melting, we get a gig review from the garden and Starkey's Scruples make a welcome return.Songs this...
2022-07-131h 24
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP89 - The MeffsSend us a textEXCLUSIVES WITHIN!It's time to Meff one off this week as we welcome half of Colchester's premier punk power duo, The Meffs!We talk about the band's link to 20th Century Scouse soap operas, drunken logic, working with perhaps the biggest name in UK punk, the state of UK coastal towns and the deliciousness, succulence and great value for money of Richmond Sausages.Tom's had a family/old man weekend, Niall's remembering TV shows of old, the availability of cider is good, one of your hosts shares their grooming regime and a load...
2022-07-051h 19
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP88 - The Lock & KeysSend us a textWe have Leeds' very own The Lock & Keys in MLPP towers this week for some Niall on Niall action!*This Yorkshire threesome have been making a racket for some years now, so have a listen to see whay makes 'em tick. It's a Green Day love in, so get ready for that. We lament the rise and fall of the Cassingle, we've more Scruples for our guest to answer and we hark back to the Leeds scene of old.Tom's been up to his knees in Jugends, Niall defends his right to the...
2022-06-281h 25
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP87 - Last GenerationSend us a textMLPP get down with the kids this week as we welcome some minors to our virtual punk rock talking shop. Aged between 14-18, Derbados residents Last Generation have their heads screwed on and their guitars turned up!We chat with the boys about what sent them down this punk rock road, we hear how poor quality bullies have become and hear about waking up a sleepy Derbyshire mill town.Tom's trying and failing to keep it PG, Niall's dreaming about rocking out and falling out, The Big Book Of Bullshit tests the band's...
2022-06-231h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP86 - Kicked In The TeethSend us a textHailing from the home of footballers, Cheshire's Kicked In The Teeth have popped in to MLPP towers this week to chat all things KITT.We talk about the dangers of drinking petrol (they are VERY real), the perils & pitfalls of coastal copulation, touring as a parent and the inter-town rivalries that only us provincials can relate to.Tom's popped out to a couple of gigs, Niallism drops some hints about an upcoming MLPP event and Lucy fills us in on her favourite pluckers in Lucy's Lucky Dip.Additional musical moments come courtesy of...
2022-06-151h 30
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP85 - Skiv (again)Send us a textCor Blimey! It's kings of the Cockney Walkabout, SKIV as we officially close the #PlattyJoobz proceedingsThey've returned to MLPP towers to share with us some choice cuts from their brand new album No Context Bangers! We talk terrible mixed grills, where urine is stored in the male body, nasty reviewers (and Leo's Mum), the origins of "alternative people" insults and loads more!Tom reviews Danny Boyle's Pistol but Niallism would rather talk sci fi, Niall's also down on the bank holiday. We have an announcement re Crapfest and Lucy's Lucky Dip goes bang...
2022-06-081h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP84 - The RamonasSend us a text1234 and all that. It's an unofficial Ladies Night at MLPP this week as we're joined by The Ramonas. Hop in to hear as we chart their journey from Ramones tribute to original material powerhouses. Marvel at the hatred of litterbugs, be amazed at how some people treat women in bands, gasp at a stupid question about a cheese grater. There's emo discourse to be discussed too. We've got the lot mate.Niall reckons he nearly died twice in 5 minutes (he would've been horribly maimed, not killed), Tom is one happy chappy, There's the...
2022-05-281h 19
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP83 - Das KapitansSend us a textPeterborough's Das Kapitans are in the hot seat this week for the Tom and Niallism treatment. They put out an ALBUM PER MONTH in 2021 (how is that even possible?) which has cemented their place in punk rock history. They mix whimsy anger and video game disappointment in their lyrics.We chat all things Peterborough, all things Scary Clown, we make the drummer pick which of his mates' arse cracks he prefers and we hear a tale of woe from a French highway.Tom's been back to Nuneaton, Niall seems chipper and we have...
2022-05-221h 20
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP82 - No MatterSend us a textNorthern Ireland's most modest punks No Matter have made it to MLPP towers this week for a chat. They've a new record coming out (but what's it called?) and share some info about the NI scene, Battle Of The Bands experiences and the joys of long distance travelling on a budget and we reveal the ultimate guaranteed recipe for a trouser disaster.Tom's been on the road and wants you to know about it, we reveal our new external correspondent, Niall has eaten too much and there's all the usual facts...
2022-05-121h 13
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP81 - CrapsonsSend us a textLiv....Birkenhead's Crapsons (who are good lads) have come across the Mersey to visit us this week. And who better to celebrate international workers' day with us! Their drummer is a stand up guy, the songs are about their day to day experiences AND they recently opened up for Half Man Half Biscuit.Tom and the main man Mike share a horrific karaoke injury experience, we find out what happens when you block a nun, we get nostalgic right off the bat and discuss the planning and execution of the band's very own...
2022-05-031h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP80 - The OverjoyedSend us a textSmash your Mum's crockery in celebration because we're off to Athens for a chat with the nicest guy in Greek Punk, Leo from The Overjoyed!We talk about the Greek scene and its fractious nature, we discuss brits abroad and iraqui baccy strengths. We discover the primary uses for Grandmothers and get hyped for The Overjoyed's upcoming UK tour with Skiv!Tom makes a bold statement about the practices of a country, our intrepid reporter visits Tehran to discover some Iranian punk rock, Niall's a ray of bloody sunshine and so...
2022-04-261h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP79 - The AbsSend us a textBazz and The Rev from Welsh pop-punk pioneers The Abs have graciously joined us in MLPP Towers this week!The brothers Oldfield have more stories than you can shake a slice of wedding cake at, so strap yourselves in as we talk buskin, Peel sessioninâ, Joe Dolce getting in touch, being pals with Green Day, putting on The Hard-Ons, touring economics and Newport back in the day.Tomâs had a complaint but isnât complaining, Niall starts off grumpy but has the time of his life, we hear from our global reporter Mark W...
2022-04-191h 58
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP78 - Anti-StasiSend us a textEveryone knows how hardcore Tom & Niall are, so you can imagine how glad we were when Mike from Anti Stasi and the EMHC Collective volunteered to jump on the pod at short notice.Mike tells us about Anti Stasis difficult inception, their adventures recording and gives us a run down of their future activities. We take a look back at some memories from a classic Leicester venue, we exclusively reveal what happened to Jim Morrison's spirit when he died and we have a good old moan about poppy obsessives.Niall says too much...
2022-04-121h 19
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP77 - Be FairSend us a textOnce again weâre off to Yorkshire ( Yorkshire, Yorkshire) this week as we catch up with our new buddy, Dickkie from off Sheffield good lads, Be Fair.Tom is in a proper mardy, so you have been warned. We start planning a U.K. punk scene erotic fan fiction book, we redefine the sub/dom scale, learn about whippets, discuss midweek moshing in South Yorkshire and so much more.The world service is coming at ya from Brazil, Niall has a win, Dickkie gets philosophical about wrestling & punk rock and an old debate re...
2022-04-051h 22
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP76- Joe AtomSend us a textJoe Atom from off The Atoms has returned to MLPP towers! The Atoms' 20th anniversary is coming up and to celebrate Joe's organised a gig and wants to tell you all about it. We attempt various accents (South African, Black Country and American), vent about punk rock musicals, Joe has to make a tough choice between sorting sex toys and heaing the hook from a song many times, Tom tells us what annoys him about Johnny Rotten and much more!Songs for you this week are from The Real McKenzies, Grail Guard, Los...
2022-03-291h 38
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP75 - Bruce Wingate (Adrenalin O.D)Send us a textIt's time to get stupendously moronic and insufferably jokey this week as we are joined by Mr Bruce Wingate of legendary New Jersey hardcore outfit, Adrenalin O.D! Bruce has a lot of information to pass over to us including the current status of the Rock n Roll Gas Station and lightening fast recording sessions. We share our UK Subs experiences, talk scientifically about pizza dough, Bruce's fascination with "Footy Scran" and the tongue in cheek ultra fast tunes of AOD. Seriously though, we talk a LOT about food for some reason.Tom's...
2022-03-221h 20
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP74 - Chinese JunkSend us a textThe cheapest band we've had on so far...Chinese Junk!From the ashes of The Griswalds emerged the junksters, with tales of poor quality poundshop products, untrustworthy girlfriends, being skint and more! We chat public transport, song writing, record collections, pride in your hometown and we comprehensively rate Leatherface's back catalgue.Niallism's trying to pull the wool over your eyes with a fake fact, Tom has a quite boring story about buying cider an we are feeling the pressure of that limited skirmish taking place in Eastern Europe.Songz 4 U this week are...
2022-03-051h 18
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP72 - Capgun HeroesSend us a textChicago beckons once again as we have a chat with Joe, lead singer of Capgun Heroes over the traditional medium of the telephone line. CGH are a relatively new band of older, wiser gentlemen who are really doing well just now. And nobody's more surprised than them, it seems!We talk terrifying experiences, backing vocal selection, picking your instrument of choice and one of the youngest Capgun Heroes fans makes an appearance!Tom has been out on the tiles, Niall's been slamming his opponents on the canvas and Brian...
2022-02-201h 12
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP71 - Davey WarsopSend us a textBostin'. That's what you'll be saying after hearing our conversation with Singer, Songwriter, Sound Engineer, Producer to the stars and all round good lad, Mr Davey Warsop.Davey left the tropical climes of Bromsgrove to seek the punk rock dream in LA and so far, that gamble is paying off! We discuss the punk rock royalty he bumps into in Wholefoods, his work with NOFX, Green Day and many more. Davey imparts sage advice to young sound engineers, remembers the time he was signed to a major and we discuss his early punk...
2022-02-131h 45
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP70 - OnlookerSend us a textWe're looking to the North this week for our chat with all 4 members of Onlooker! Serial Bowl Records' latest asset tell us about their journey so far!It's got songs from the point of view of pets, it's got a fancy dress mix up, being on the BBC, fellow Teeside scenesters, some frankly weird "would you rather" questions and a lot more besides.Tom uses the wrong regional nickname, We mark a significant sad anniversary, Ask why do people hate the band Chaser so much and we also see what's in Duco's Dutch...
2022-02-061h 18
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP69 - Scene KillersSend us a textTom & Niallism are shooting the breeze with Nottingham's Scene Killers this week. To say they come from fine punk stock would be an understatement as they feature former and current members of Blatz, The Criminals, The Hip Priests, The Shreds, TV Crime and many more.We talk about culture shock (not the band), the perils and pitfalls of being a punk in politics, guitars, George Orwell and the band's extremely smooth and convenient transition into existence.Tom has a view on something after he watched a youtube documentary, Niallism offers himself up as...
2022-01-301h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP68 - The Dutch RuddersSend us a textIt's Belgium's The Dutch Rudders visiting MLPP Towers this week! The boys air their grievances against their neighbours, tell us about their first festival drug experience, take the piss out of Tom the whole time and share the advice they'd give to their 12 year old selves.Tom is outed as a mineral water magnate, Niall's true heritage is revealed and we've got yet more shortbread laden tunes from North of the border,Musical Credits this week are: Sir William Bragg, Frenzal Rhomb, Latterman, Screeching Weasel, Pummel and Our Souls.
2022-01-231h 30
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP67 - The Crash MatsSend us a textGet ready for the most exciting thing in Oldham!* It's Danny Barrett from The Crash Mats!Danny is also the top bollocks at Evil Music Live so we discuss: whether his band is Ska Punk, quite how he pulls off mint gigs that are free admission, why so many punx love wrestling, his previous house guests, a North West England Punk Rumble and top Oldham landmarks.Tom's got the fear after his holidays Niallism talks lookalikes, We take a sniff of Duco's Dutch Oven and so much more.Tunes are from The Black...
2022-01-161h 24
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP66 - Smoking Gives You Big TitsSend us a textIt's 2022! Hooray! Tom & Niall are joined by Salford's very own Smoking Gives You Big Tits! They're a former acoustic duo that's evolved into a Toady, Washing Machine Chef, Jazz Cunt, Health Warning hating 4 piece!We chat the evolution of SGYBT, Cult UK Kids TV Duos, Celebrity cardboard cut outs and Sci-Fi. The band play their own tracks as well as some of their favourite contemporary punk rock records.Tom's been on holiday and is keen to promote it, Niallism learns how to insult his dog in it's native language, North Of The Border...
2022-01-091h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP65 - B.A - Sloppy SecondsSend us a textIt's the Big Boxing Day Bastard! BA from the kings of Junk Rock, Sloppy Seconds is in! We finally end the debate about where punk rock started, what would BA buy if he had a Polish Headteacher's quarterly salary? Which Sloppy Seconds song is most effective at making seven year old girls cry (it's probably not the one you think).Niallism has a gig report and a new faithful friend for you to meet, Sweary Santa is back for the final time this year after the big night and Tom's all sentimental.Music...
2021-12-261h 40
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP64 - Goodbye Blue MondaySend us a textMerry Christmas one and all. To celebrate, weâve had a chat with one half of Scottish Misery Punks, Goodbye Blue Monday. Thereâs discussions around their favourite band, a lot of mental health chat, terrible Christmas presents, an exclusive remix of a GBM classic, a dissection of The Real McKenzies, a Frank Turner discussion and lots of your questions. Sweary Santaâs back, Niallâs off watching live bands, Ducoâs injured playing extreme sports, Tomâs actually alright for a change, is Die Hard a Christmas film? As the world falls ap...
2021-12-191h 49
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP63 - WhitmoreSend us a textThis one's gonna go off like a party at Downing Street! Whitmore are hitting the road next year to celebrate 20 years of their album "Smoke The Roach".We look back as well as forwards, with a particular focus on P-Rock TV (the short lived punk rock uk tv channel), festive gigs in Germany and a Complicated story about a Canadian punk rock queen.Niallism's saved the day/night, Tom gets a bit pissed and Sweary Santa has been in touch again.Music this week is from Masked Intruder, Bruise Control, Bass...
2021-12-121h 30
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP62 - Bruise ControlSend us a textBruise Control, one of the UK's hottest current beat-combos have joined us this time. What's their problem with Her Maj's Revenue & Customs? Where are they from? What would their porn names be? What gets on their tits when they arrive at a venue? How many Nialls are too many? All these questions and more are answered here!Tom's feeling groovy and shagadelic, Niallism meets his namesake, Santa Claus sends us a message and the legend of Nuneaton's most prolific kleptomaniac endures.Music is from: Toy Dolls, Bobby Funk, Mister Strange, Circle Jerks, Guerilla...
2021-12-051h 31
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP61 - Brad Logan (F-Minus, Leftover Crack)Send us a textBrad Logan, the brainbox behind F-Minus and long term member of Leftover Crack has overcome the 8 hour time difference in SoCal this week to join us. We discuss forming F Minus, being sent to the dark depths of NYC by Tim Armstrong to locate LOC, having Tim Armstrong write a song named after you (which then appeared on a multi, multi platinum compilation), his upcoming book tour and much more. Tom's all better, Niallism has a sport report, there's yet more singing (sorry), the final North Of The Border Corner of 2021 (it'll be...
2021-11-281h 41
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP60 - Dan VapidSend us a textOnce again weâre over the Atlantic this week visiting southern Illinois to chat with one of pop-punkâs perennial peeps, Mr Dan Vapid. Dan Vapid and The Cheats have a new record out which we hear about the writing process of as well as two key tracks. We look back on Danâs time in The Riverdales and Screeching Weasel as well as discussing the best love songs ever written, Chicago musical greats and the time Dan let off a Tommy trumper in the Amersham Arms. Thereâs too much Metallica chat too (Tom...
2021-11-211h 40
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP59 - Hugo Mudie (Sainte Catherines, Medictation and More)Send us a textIt's another virtual trip abroad this week, namely to French Canada to have a chat with Mr Hugo Mudie. We talk Sainte Catherines, Fat Wreck, Leatherface and hear Hugo's solo tunes, hear about the festival he created, burning Quebec questions and a whole load more. Tom looks back on a gig he attended on a Sunday afternoon, Niallism is still recovering and we recieve our first communique from North of the border. Music this week is from Sainte Catherines, Medictation, The Beatdown, Yesterdayâs Ring, Culture Shock, Vamos, Burning Lady, Beauty School Dropout, Th...
2021-11-141h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP58 - On A Hiding To NothingSend us a textâTheyâre the UKâs answer to NOFXâ - Conor off SKIV. If theyâre the answer, what was question? On A Hiding To Nothing are in MLPP towers this week, and they have bought their fantastic album âWeâll Probably Be Fineâ with them! The OAHTN boys approve Tomâs plan for a romantic evening, they introduce us to some bands from the scene of old, dazzle us with their soccer knowledge and detail a downstairs malfunction that couldnât have come at a worse time. Thereâs excessive NOFX chat (Tomâs fault) and Niall...
2021-11-081h 22
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP57 - Stefan from SBĂMSend us a textThis week we have Stefan, the main man from SBĂM. We talk about the roots of the fastest growing skate-punk label in Europe and how it started out as an art project. Stefan reveals some new signings and meeting a punk celeb.Niallism had covid at the time of recording, so Tom is joined by a special co-host who reveals they're qualified in boozing, met a punk legend in the lavatory and recalls their visit to SBĂM Fest a couple of years ago.Your musical delights this week come from Pizzatramp (x2...
2021-10-301h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP56 - The MelbiesSend us a textThere most definitely will be bluebirds over the White Cliffs of Dover if you listen to this episode! We have ferry-botherers The Melbies in this week, and we pack a lot of shit in. Their inspired music videos, them supporting The Wildhearts, A former guest of the show getting sprayed with vomit, a young man completely blowing their sexual reputation for life and much more.Tom's been to a formal event, Niall is ACAB and Boykid serenades us. The music this week is from The Apers, Bone IDL, The Isotopes, Blink 182 and The...
2021-10-171h 29
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP53 - Sock Drawer InvaderSend us a textWe invite Sock Drawer Invader in for a chat this week. They're a dynamic duo of dudes from down south. We talk local serial killers, venues from the past in Harlow, the GB News comment section and top sock materials.Tom saves a marriage, Niallism talks grid iron and we pick apart the listeners favourite Lagwagon albums.Additional music this week is from Red Alert, Rough Cuts, Goober Patrol and The Methadones.
2021-09-271h 09
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP52 - Dealing With DamageSend us a textIt's a post-Slam Dunk Fest hangover this week, as Dealing With Damage pop into MLPP towers to see Tom looking like death! We have a chat about venues in London, imposter syndrome and snuff footage causing bother. They've also gifted us a WORLD EXCLUSIVE of a track from their upcoming release on Little Rocket Records!Additional musical cuts this week are from NOFX, Buster Shuffle, The Dauntless Elite, Snuff and The Queers.
2021-09-201h 20
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP51- Beau Beau - AVAILSend us a textProper Beau! This week we take our first trip to Central America via Richmond to talk to Beau Beau from off Avail! He tells us how the band went from Lookout, to Fat, to a hiatus. We get an insight into the hypeman's UK experiences, his love of football (don't call it soccer!) and a shit ton of other shit. Tom recalls the day the statues came down in Nuneaton, Niallism's next of kin visits the hallowed ground and your extra tunes are from Shackleford, The Specials, Thousand Oaks, Lagwagon and Refused.
2021-09-131h 25
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP Special - Give 'em the Fat O'Rama - Lookout! Twats About!Send us a textLookout! Records compilation "(You're Only As Good As The) Last Great Thing You Did is the latest sacrifice at the alter of discussion. Tom and Niallism are joined by "Sweary" Jon Bates and "Skinhead" Brian Starkey all the way from Japan. The opinions are varied and the debate is civil, so dive on in and enjoy!
2021-08-301h 54
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP49 - IncisionsSend us a textSelf confessed malnourished shouty boy Jordan from Incisions is with us this week. We talk about the return of hardcore, the Manchester and UK scenes, DIY disasters and a whole load of other stuff. Also, Tom is trying to be a better person but failing, Niallism has some new noise for you and there's tradesmen talk. Your additional tracks this week are from Hard-Ons, Vampire slumber party and Dillinger 4.
2021-08-221h 16
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP48 - RandellsSend us a textđ¶My my. At MLPP Randells did surrender. Oh yeah! đ¶It's our first virtual visit to Sweden this week where we're joined by Obba, frontman of Randells. The bubblegum punk band have a surprisingly long history, which we'll be looking into as with tracks from their (fantastic) new Album, Kicks. We also talk music from across decades, the international appeal of the word "shite" and of course, we find out whether Obba likes ABBA. As well as that, Tom has a couple of first world problems, Niall is in Facetube Prison and we get a repo...
2021-08-171h 18
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP44- PizzatrampSend us a textBore Da. Coming out of the land of Tom Jones, Shakin Stevens and Shirley Bassey we are joined by Jim off Pizzatramp. We discuss the state of the scene, famous rock stars sneaking about behind curtains and other welsh hit makers (yikes). Wanna learn some Welsh? Wanna hear Tomâs latest attempt a joke? Wanna hear what mild mannered Niallism is capable of when pushed to the limit. Additional songs are from Sick Of It All, No Murder No Moustache, The Hextalls, Face To Face and Leatherface.
2021-07-191h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP43 - Disaster ForecastSend us a textNah Sithee! It's relative newbies Disaster Forecast popping into MLPP Towers this wee, travelling over the world wide web from Sheffield. We talk bad luck with gigs, bad luck with practices, playing in Derby, elitism in the punk scene and phat Sk8ing Trix.  Tom has a frankly hilarious joke about Sham 69, The first stage of Niallism's battle of the bands comes to an end and much more. Your extra ear food this week comes courtesy of The Dopamines, Grand Collapse, Peach Kelli Pop, Ten Foot Pole and Wet Camper.
2021-07-111h 28
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP42 - Raging NathansSend us a textDayton Ohio's punk rock bronze medalists have sent their delegate Josh to talk to us this week, The new album Waste My Heart seems to be doing the business, but what else goes on in Josh's mind? Adult Disney land? Meme making weirdos? all of the above! Niall is back, Tom's pissed up and it's all good fun. Additional musical offerings are from Teenage Bottle Rocket, Shit-era Black Flag, The Randells and Union 13.
2021-07-051h 38
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP40 - Mark Murphy (Croc God, The No Marks, MM & The Meds)Send us a textCrocodile God, The No Marks, Mark Murphy & The Meds. The list goes on. Mr Murphy has been bringing melodic punk to your earholes since the pre-Green Day times, and he joined us to discuss his musical endeavors new and old. We also chat scouse soap operas, the long road to veganism, and the price of wood (trust me). Niallism tells off Tom over his unprofessional use of podcast facilities, Tom pieces together the previous episode and additional songs are courtesy of Masked Intruder, The Travoltas and Sock Drawer Invader.
2021-06-141h 49
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP38 - Diaz BrothersSend us a textThis week we have a special treat. It's only the bloody Diaz Brothers' Golly and Coxy! Formed from the ashes of UK Hardcore legends HDQ 5 years ago, we chat famous Diazes, local scenes, enemies, partially sighted darts players and Coxy's new record label. The boys pick some choice cuts from their back catalogues and some influences. Can Niallism avoid the Man U score? was Tom's diagnosis of Niall's ailment fluke or through a keen knowledge of human anatomy? The episode has tunes from Grabass Charlestons, Against Me!, Poison Idea, The Sound, Th...
2021-05-311h 27
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP37 - DeeCRACKSSend us a textIt meant nothing to Midge Ure, but we love Vienna! At least, we love the DeeCracks. The Austrian dreamboats join us from a basement (yikes) in Austria to talk new songs, old songs. playing in STADIUMS, a nice visit to America, a weird (but sexy) Minogue/Minogue/Donovan hybrid and so much more. Tom and Niallism chat Eurovision and Bob Dylan too. Additional tuneage is from Skimmer, Epic Problem and HDQ. The contestants in Niallism's Battle Of The Bands (aka Niallovision) are Surviving December.
2021-05-251h 21
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP36 - SkivSend us a textIt's wall to wall exclusives this week, as Roy and Conor from popular beat combo SKIV join us tochat about their brand new EP "Chick Chicken" (Which we will be playing in its full glory!). We also learn the rules and regulations of the next big thing in the world of sport, what happens when you agree to meet a trio of strange men off the internet in a dank room and an insight into the digestive tracts of drug users in Manchester. We also have Tom forgetting his tablets, a story fr...
2021-05-191h 19
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP35 - Before They Are HangedSend us a textTom and Niall are really down in the dumps this week. But, never fear as Derbyshire's punk geezers Before They Are Hanged are in to cheer us up! We talk about guitarist Dan's attempt to do something nice and useful but punks can't have nice things, Singer Simon and his Friggin in the Riggin experience plus some more stuff. Suffer the Sunday Night Blues with us through some tip top geography knowledge, Wrestling trivia and the best poetry you'll hear this year. We have an EXCLUSIVE album track from Shackleford, Goober Patrol a...
2021-05-101h 10
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP33 - SouthportSend us a textWe hit double top this week after Southport rescheduled their slot at very short notice. Manko juices are on me! We talk pranks, bass players that aren't built for speed, Dominic Cummings' tracksuit and much much more.     We officially open expressions for the first international punk darts tournament, Tom tries to piece together his first night at the pub for a year, Niall has a punk lookalike at his work and also a Pink Haired Nev update. Additional musical cuts this week are from Adam & The Ants and Toy Dolls.
2021-04-271h 29
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP31 - Hayley & The CrushersSend us a textSeries 4! Our big kick off! Ruined by inconsiderate royals. Not to be deterred, we wiped the tears away and knuckled down. it's what he would've wanted. Hayley & The Crushers are in and we have a real heart to heart about TSOL, families in lockdown, being in a band with your spouse, the museum of broken dreams, why Dr Cain hates ALL and the band challenge you to an orange chucking competition. Also, new features including Tom'z Random Rekkid and Punk Rock 101. Additional tracks from Kunt and The Gang, The Damned, TSOL, Leatherface and...
2021-04-121h 26
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP30 - 4Ft FingersSend us a textForged by science* 25 years ago, 4ftFingers are back. They've bobbed into MLPP Towers to discuss their past, the present and perhaps most importantly, their future. Which one had a run in with some dog-dirt on tour? Who would their dream bandmates be? Why is Nuneaton such a great place? Listen in to find out! Niallism review BJ Armstrong's lockdown effort in 60 seconds, Tom reveals the new podcast email address and other wild shite. Extra music tracks are courtesy of King Prawn and Graveltrap.       *in a science lesson
2021-03-241h 29
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP29 - Monte A. Melnick (Ramones' Tour Manager)Send us a textHey! Ho! we went. We are joined this week by author, rock n roll logistical master-mind and all round nice chap, Monte A. Melnick. Tour Manager to the Ramones from their inception to the bitter end. Is it possible to write and record an album if two key band members refuse to interact? Could you keep your cool being held hostage by a gun-toting maniac? Have you ever had to navigate through a warzone with a bunch of punk rockers in tow? Probably not, but thatâs why Monte was the Ramonesâ Tour Mana...
2021-03-161h 16
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP28 - Dizzy BatsSend us a textNew York, New York. The city so nice, they named it the Big Apple. Or something. The Dizzy Bats have locaded us using their sonar and have flapped across the atlantic to talk about suspisciously cheap pizza, hot dogs, punk rock with violins in and more. Niallism shows his neighbourly side (!) and Tom reveals a shameful record collection secret. We have a 60 second review of âSome Freaks Of Avatismâ by Screeching Weasel. Additional tracks this week are from Hayley & The Crushers and Mega City Four.
2021-03-101h 19
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP27 - SkimmerSend us a textBostin' makes me feel good, as Ray Parker Junior nearly said. But nowhere near as good as this episode will make you feel. Skimmer, perennial purveyors of the finest pop-tinged punk rock, are in for a chinwag. We discuss major label interest, hamsters (and their uses), being trapped in man from Coventry's house whilst he makes you watch rude videos, John Peel and a whole load of other bits. Tom and Niallism review the new NOFX album in 60 seconds (so you don't have to). Additional tracks this week are from Dropkick Murphys and...
2021-03-021h 15
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP26 - Peach Kelli PopSend us a textAllie from Peach Kelli Pop has popped in for a chat, and there's a lot going on so, amongst other things, we hear: Allie's eyewitness account of Glen Danzig's satanic post-gig ritual, Noel's House Party (can/should we bring it back?) and, of course, dogs. We also cover serious topics like domestic appliances. As well as that, Tom has a scientific predicament he needs your help with. Additional tunes this week are from Groovie Ghoulies and The Drips.Â
2021-02-161h 13
Mid Life Punk PodcastPunks On Film 2: SuburbiaSend us a textAre you getting a burn? Tom and Niallism are joined by Austin TX Scene Historian and Suburbia fan Marc Dautreuil to discuss the 1983 punk teen drama, Suburbia. Directed by Penelope Spheeris, this gritty look at the 1980s LA punk scene has become a cult classic. We take you through it and offer our thoughts on the issues contained within and swap some tales. Music comes from the film's soundtrack and includes D.I, TSOL and the vandals.
2020-12-291h 50
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP XMAS 2 - The Home AlonesSend us a textLook what you did, you little jerks. We are 2 thirds of the way through our festive episodes. We have The Home Alones with us this week, talking about the timeless John Hughes festive flick. Just how rich were the McAllisters? How many songs can you squeeze out of a single movie? Why is Uncle Frank such a c...ontemptible man?Tom and Niallism struggle with similes, pick out some of your festive punk favourites and question what Bryan Adams was thinking with his Christmas video collaboration with a sex offender. Merry...
2020-12-111h 02Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP Xmas1 - Radio Buzzkills (and friend)Send us a textOur first crimbo special is here! The Radio Buzzkills join the gang for a festive frolic, but we're invaded by a mystery guest! We're getting them to pronounce English place names, we're chatting about the Gutter Pop Christmas Carol compilation which features a load of your favourite bands, there's highlights from the recent MLPP Quiz which featured previous guests such as Shackleford, Funbug and The Terrorsurfs! Tom remembers the past in a memory of the (in)famous Caddy Club in Nuneaton and loads of other festive crackers. Your additional tunes come courtesy of...
2020-12-051h 17Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP20 - Chloe GloverSend us a textIt's the final "normal" episode of the series (sad face emoji). But, we're going out on a high, with punky singer/songwriter, Chloe Glover. We hear a couple of tracks off her debut ep, she picks a couple of her faves that she's into right now. We also talk mental health, the lockdown and more. We get nostalgic with a bit of Whitmore and Tom has an extra special surprise for Niall to honour his woad clad, celtic ancestors (they were Scottish, but now they're gone)as it's St Andrew's day Eve. The thinking...
2020-11-281h 28Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP17 - The BlowiesSend us a textUSA Election SPECIAL! We chat to The Blowies from Austin, Texas. Theyâll be happy with this result, thatâs for sure! We talk the old Myspace days (whatâs Tom up to now?), I show my ignorance of American voting systems and Tucker from the band dispenses sage advice on social media usage.Additional tuneage is from To The Helpless and Dead Kennedys.
2020-11-071h 02
Mid Life Punk PodcastMLPP Special: Give 'Em The Fat O'RamaSend us a textCompilation CDs. We all loved them, didn't we? Niall and Tom re-visit and analyse some of your favourites, selected at random by the roll of a dice. Sadly, fate dealt us a shitty hand. We look in-depth at Nitro REcords' sampler "Go Ahead Punk, Make My Day". It definitely didn't make our day.
2020-10-0852 min