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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 40: Five and Change "NYHC"I have a love/hate relationship with New York Hardcore. The stuff I love – I love A LOT. The stuff I loathe… Well, let’s just focus on the stuff I love. On this mini-episode I ramble on about arguably the most widely known and influential “scene” spawned by hardcore-punk. This certainly isn’t a historical review – just some random thoughts on some well covered ground. If you’re a new to this strain of hardcore – this is a good primer (subjectively). If you have a good handle on it, listen anyway and send me hate mail after.
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 43 pt.1: Eric Starr (Arkham Tattoo/Riptide Suicide/DIM)"Ugh, Ough, Owwwwwwwww"
Eric Starr is the former guitarist of hardcore-punk band D.I.M and currently of Riptide Suicide. He is also the owner of Arkham Tattoo, located in Akron. I’ve known Eric for a really, really long time now and always enjoy hanging out with him. We cover a ton of ground – partly because we don’t get to see each other much – partly because of my verbosity. This conversation was recorded while Eric was working on a piece for me.
Some of things we gab on and on about; Sade, Hank Williams...2024-01-231h 17
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 43 pt.2: Eric Starr (Arkham Tattoo/Riptide Suicide/DIM)"I'm definitely housebroken"
Eric Starr is the former guitarist of hardcore-punk band D.I.M and currently of Riptide Suicide. He is also the owner of Arkham Tattoo, located in Akron. I’ve known Eric for a really, really long time now and always enjoy hanging out with him. We cover a ton of ground – partly because we don’t get to see each other much – partly because of my verbosity. This conversation was recorded while Eric was working on a piece for me.
Some of things we gab on and on about; Sade, Hank Williams...2024-01-231h 03
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 39: The Danzig AmbushIt’s an AMBUSH!!! But, it’s also Halloween so we’re talkin’ Danzig. But in the spirit of the season, TRICKS not treats, and jump scares. I’ve attacked several of my unknowing friends with a question; Of Danzig’s three biggest projects (Danzig, Samhain and Misfits), what are the 3 best songs?
I ambushed Chris Wyatt (co-host Nickel City Soundtrack), Dave Neeson (writer/artist of Gorgonessa, guitarist of Harriet the Spy), Brittany Nader (producer/co-host of WKSU’s Shuffle), Mike Thorn (Razor Blades & Aspirin), Rich Miles (co-host of Nothing Better to Do, bassist Constatine Sakathi), Bob Shedd (co-host...2024-01-091h 14
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 19 pt.1: Jon Vinson (Frayle/ex-Axioma/Persistent Aggressor)"Djent-the dumbest name for a genre...ever"
Jon Vinson is a busy guy. At the time of this interview, not only was he the drummer for Axioma, Six Kills Nine, occasionally for Child Bite, Jesus Egg and Persistent Aggressor. But, I think things have slowed down a bit and he currently sits on the throne for Frayle. Jon is also a drum instructor and an insane marathon runner. Jon is incredibly talented which explains why he is in such demand.
He was kind enough to sit and chat with me a bit about his favorite records...2024-01-091h 06
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 19 pt.2: Jon Vinson (Frayle/ex-Axioma/Persistent Aggressor)"Can I get some more Glenn Hughes in the monitor?"
Jon Vinson is a busy guy. At the time of this interview, not only was he the drummer for Axioma, Six Kills Nine, occasionally for Child Bite, Jesus Egg and Persistent Aggressor. But, I think things have slowed down a bit and he currently sits on the throne for Frayle. Jon is also a drum instructor and an insane marathon runner. Jon is incredibly talented which explains why he is in such demand.
He was kind enough to sit and chat with me a bit about...2024-01-091h 12
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 5: Britany Nader" 'Sup, Cuz"
Brittany Nader is a producer for Shuffle, which covers the Northeast Ohio music scene. Shuffle appears every Thursday on 89.7 WKSU and as a stand alone podcast. Brittany also covered music for Akron’s community driven co-op, alt-weekly magazine The Devil Strip.
…And we’re related. Sort of…
Some of the stuff you’ll hear on this episode:
The Wipers, Nirvana, The Beatles, Erykah Badu, The Brand New Heavies, Sunny Day Real Estate, Janet Jackson, Deep Wound, Amel Larrieux, Siege, The Replacements, If These Trees Could Talk, Coby and the Prisoners...2024-01-081h 34
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 14 pt.2: Frank McGhee (Conservative Military Image/FEDS)"Next time we talk about the Faces, and only the Faces"
Frank McGhee is the drummer for Conservative Military Image. But, our paths frist crossed even before he became the vocalist for long-time Akron Hardcore band FEDS. He was also the drummer for the Unclean. Frank was kind enough to help complete the early Persistent Aggressor demos. Frank is an avid fisherman and a good friend. This episode runs the gamut:
Ice Cube, Blood of Christ, Alison Krauss, Bad Wizard, Chain Whip, Chubby and the Gang, Gluttons, Slapshot, Integrity, AC/DC, Out Cold, MC Ren...2024-01-061h 20
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 14 pt.1: Frank McGhee (Conservative Military Image/FEDS)"With a very special guest appearance"
Frank McGhee is the drummer for Conservative Military Image. But, our paths frist crossed even before he became the vocalist for long-time Akron Hardcore band FEDS. He was also the drummer for the Unclean. Frank was kind enough to help complete the early Persistent Aggressor demos. Frank is an avid fisherman and a good friend. This episode runs the gamut:
Ice Cube, Blood of Christ, Alison Krauss, Bad Wizard, Chain Whip, Chubby and the Gang, Gluttons, Slapshot, Integrity, AC/DC, Out Cold, MC Ren, OutKast, Circle Jerks, Rose Tattoo...2024-01-061h 08
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 23 pt.2: Rich Miles(Constantine Sakathi)"We might need so Lemon Pledge"
Rich Miles was the bassist for Constatine Sakathi and former the co-host of “Nothing Better to Do” as well as “I’m Not Acutually a Gas Station Attendant” podcast. We discuss the merits of Kiss as well as Alice Cooper and robots. Rich has become quite a good friend and this conversation reflects on of the many drive time "core talks" we have almost daily.
Some of the artists/bands we get philosophical about;
Alice Cooper, Antioch Arrow, Carnivore, Close Call, Dropdead, Integrity, Metallica, King Diamond, Kiss, Sick of it...2024-01-061h 02
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 23 pt.1: Rich Miles (Constantine Sakathi)"Who doesn't love Cop-Tur?"
Rich Miles was the bassist for Constatine Sakathi and former the co-host of “Nothing Better to Do” as well as “I’m Not Acutually a Gas Station Attendant” podcast. We discuss the merits of Kiss as well as Alice Cooper and robots. Rich has become quite a good friend and this conversation reflects on of the many drive time "core talks" we have almost daily.
Some of the artists/bands we get philosophical about;
Alice Cooper, Antioch Arrow, Carnivore, Close Call, Dropdead, Integrity, Metallica, King Diamond, Kiss, Sick of it All, Ve...2024-01-061h 09
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 21 pt.2: Dave Neeson (Harriet the Spy/Gorgonessa comics)"A story best left untold?"
Dave Neeson is an old friend and one of my favorite people. He is an artist, guitarist for Harriet the Spy and creator of countless zines. We have know each other since 1990. Our respective bands have played countless shows together and with that type of history there is sure to be some GREAT stories.
We cover a lot of ground; comics, old-man punk stories and music. Some of the artists we cover; Armstrong Secret Nine, Black Flag, Unwound, Void, Doom, Sockeye, Stereolab, Huggy Bear, GBH, Daniel Johnston, Chickenhead, Rollins Band.2023-12-061h 14
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 21 pt.1: Dave Neeson (Harriet the Spy/Gorgonessa comics)"Of Speeding Mortorcyles and rubber cement"
Dave Neeson is an old friend and one of my favorite people. He is an artist, guitarist for Harriet the Spy and creator of countless zines. We have know each other since 1990. Our respective bands have played countless shows together and with that type of history there is sure to be some GREAT stories.
We cover a lot of ground; comics, old-man punk stories and music. Some of the artists we cover; Armstrong Secret Nine, Black Flag, Unwound, Void, Doom, Sockeye, Stereolab, Huggy Bear, GBH, Daniel Johnston, Chickenhead, Rollins...2023-12-061h 35
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 68: Blaine Cook (The Accused/The Fartz/Accused AD/Toe Tag)"Zippy's Maddest Stories Ever Told"
I had the pleasure to chatting with Blaine Cook – one of the most distinct vocalists in hardcore (crossover, etc.). Whether it is with The Fartz, Toe Tag or The Accused, Blaine’s voice is unmistakable and utterly unique. The Accused played a significant part in my musical journey and I had a lot of fun talking with Blaine about some of his favorite records!
(Interview originally published 9/1/2022)
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 63: Mark Smith (Dutch Babies/Tufted Puffins/Zen Luv Assassins"The Rats are Coming! The Werewolves are Here!"
Mark Smith is the drummer for Dutch Babies and Tufted Puffins. He is also a NOTORIOUIS trouble maker. I’ve known Mark for over 30 years and without his technical expertise The Post Script would not have existed! This is another long, LONG delayed episode that I was more than happy to complete and I had a great time doing it!
Here’s some of the bands that provide the soundtrack to the epic tales told in this episode;
The Who, Rollins Band, Rush, The Jam, Dutc...2023-11-141h 33
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 26 pt.2: DX Ferris (author ”33 1/3 Reign in Blood” and ”Slayer 66 2/3: The Jeff & Dave Years”)"David Copperfield, Doug Henning or Gandalf"
DX Ferris is a native of Pittsburgh and Akron based author that covered local and national music in Scene magazine. He has had work published in Rolling Stone, Decibel, AV Club and The Village Voice. Ferris is also the author of Good Advice from Good Fellas, Good Advice from Professional Wrestling and his regular comic strip Suburban Metal Dad. Additionally he authored an extensive biography about Pittsburgh legend Donnie Iris and the Cruisers as well as the 331/3 edition that covered the making of Reign in Blood. Plus, he wrote the in...2023-11-101h 30
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 26 pt.1: DX Ferris (author ”33 1/3 Reign in Blood” and ”Slayer 66 2/3: The Jeff & Dave Years”)"He's a creepy kid that likes teeth"
DX Ferris is a native of Pittsburgh and Akron based author that covered local and national music in Scene magazine. He has had work published in Rolling Stone, Decibel, AV Club and The Village Voice. Ferris is also the author of Good Advice from Good Fellas, Good Advice from Professional Wrestling and his regular comic strip Suburban Metal Dad. Additionally he authored an extensive biography about Pittsburgh legend Donnie Iris and the Cruisers as well as the 331/3 edition that covered the making of Reign in Blood. Plus, he wrote the...2023-11-101h 36
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 76: Mikey Juba (Nervous Future/Persistent Aggressor)"Things can only get better"
Mikey is one of my favorite people. As bandmates in Persistent Aggressor we would often talk music before (during) and after practice at length – it was always a good time. So it only made sense to have him on! Warning. For those of you with sensitive souls that can’t handle real talk about pay-to-play veunues/shows and shitty promoters that make bands sell tickets – this episode is not for you. You can listen if you want, but don’t say I didn’t warn you.
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 81: Aaron Stefanko (The Bics)"Fried Pickle Flavored Cashews"
Aaron Stefanko is the vocalist and one of the guitarists in the Akron band The Bics (formerly White Lighter). Aaron and I have known each other for a while, crossing paths periodically over the years, but have hung out more frequently in recent years. I figured it was time to sit down with Aaron and record one of our conversations. We cover a lot of stuff but I think it is clear that The Mummies rule.
Who are the other bands we chat about? Kiss, The Seeds, King Kahn and the...2023-11-081h 24
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 20 pt.2: Anne Lillis (Surfrajettes/The Beyonderers/Safe Words)"Will you be my Yoko?"
Anne Lillis is the drummer for the amazing Safe Words and the equally great, but totally different Beyonderers. Since the original publish date of the interview, Anne has joined the Surfrajettes. But, I originally met her when she was in the band As If and our paths have crossed numerous times since. Anne has toured extensively with Jessica Lea Mayfield as well as Samantha Crain.
I’ve always enjoyed seeing Anne out and about and thought she’d be perfect guest for an episode. I was correct in my thinking.
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 20 pt.1: Anne Lillis (Surfrajettes/Beyonderers/Safe Words)"All of the names are taken"
Anne Lillis is the drummer for the amazing Safe Words and the equally great, but totally different Beyonderers. Since the original publish date of the interview, Anne has joined the Surfrajettes. But, I originally met her when she was in the band As If and our paths have crossed numerous times since. Anne has toured extensively with Jessica Lea Mayfield as well as Samantha Crain.
I’ve always enjoyed seeing Anne out and about and thought she’d be perfect guest for an episode. I was correct in my thin...2023-11-081h 04
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 37 pt.2: Cait McCoy (Flags/Safe Words)"Yeah, they're DEFINITELY assholes"
My pal Cait McCoy is the guitarist/vocalist of Flags (as well as Safe Words). She currently resides in Austin, TX but is a stan for all things Akron. We had a fun conversation and talked about a lot of stuff including where we may have met before and songs that we wished we had written.I strongly recommend checking out Safe Words and catching them live if you get the chance.
We talk about a TON of bands, including; Arthur Ahbez, Bo Diddley, Body Farm, Chet Baker, Deep Wound, Gun Club, John Lee H...2023-11-0849 min
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 37 pt.1: Cait McCoy (Flags/Safe Words)"Most musicians are assholes"
My pal Cait McCoy is the guitarist/vocalist of Flags (as well as Safe Words). She currently resides in Austin, TX but is a stan for all things Akron. We had a fun conversation and talked about a lot of stuff including where we may have met before and songs that we wished we had written.I strongly recommend checking out Safe Words and catching them live if you get the chance.
We talk about a TON of bands, including; Arthur Ahbez, Bo Diddley, Body Farm, Chet Baker, Deep Wound, Gun Club, John Lee H...2023-11-081h 40
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 48 pt.2: Jenn Kidd (The Nightlight Cinema/Executive Director)"She's not kidding"
Jenn Kidd is the Executive Director of The Nightlight Cinema located in downtown Akron. Jenn is also the former booker/manager of Musica, a hair stylist and fashion consultant for theater productions as well as handling the booking for the legendary Akron music venue, The Lime Spider. Jenn is also a mom and an old friend. As always it was fun sitting down and talking music with her.
We go ALL OVER the place; Chubby and the Gang, Idles, Mourning A BLKstr, The Kinks, The Zombies, Sparks, Black Sabbath, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, SS De...2023-11-081h 03
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 48 pt.1: Jenn Kidd (The Nightlight Cinema/Executive Director)"People have become feral"
Jenn Kidd is the Executive Director of The Nightlight Cinema located in downtown Akron. Jenn is also the former booker/manager of Musica, a hair stylist and fashion consultant for theater productions as well as handling the booking for the legendary Akron music venue, The Lime Spider. Jenn is also a mom and an old friend. As always it was fun sitting down and talking music with her.
We go ALL OVER the place; Chubby and the Gang, Idles, Mourning A BLKstr, The Kinks, The Zombies, Sparks, Black Sabbath, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, SS...2023-11-0859 min
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 41 pt.2: Matt Sorg (Ringworm/Shed the Skin/Perdition Sect/Blood of Christ/Rip Ryde)"Apparently, I'm buying everything"
This is Part 2 of my conversation with my buddy Matt Sorg. We talk about a lot of music, but go deep on Alice Cooper and Voivod as well as Metallica, Mercyful Fate and of course KISS. It’s a fun and long conversation that was way overdue!
Since the release of this episode, Ringworm has released a new album on Nuclear Blast, titled "Seeing Through Fire". It is a great record and is further proof of my assertion that Ringworm is the most consistently great band from Cleveland.
(interview or...2023-11-0754 min
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 41 pt.1: Matt Sorg (Ringworm/Shed the Skin/Blood of Christ/Perdition Sect/Rip Ryde)"New Wave of Maria Heavy Metal"
This is Part 1 of my conversation with my buddy Matt Sorg. We talk about a lot of music, but go deep on Alice Cooper and Voivod as well as Metallica, Mercyful Fate and of course KISS. It’s a fun and long conversation that was way overdue!
Since the release of this episode, Ringworm has released a new album on Nuclear Blast, titled "Seeing Through Fire". It is a great record and is further proof of my assertion that Ringworm is the most consistently great band from Cleveland.
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 83: The Grind Draft w/Tim Shauver (Shotgun Sodomy) and Marc Sabo (Orion’s Sword)"He's like a hillbilly Hulk Hogan"
It has been a minute! But, I’m back with a fun episode where my buddies Marc and Tim draft their grindcore starter kit. Here are some of the bands we consider; Assück, Repulsion, Mongrel, Napalm Death, Discordance Axis, Cloud Rat, Gross, Siege, Extreme Noise Terror, Carcass, Agoraphobic Nosebleed, Iabhorher, PLF and a whole lot more!
Since this interview was originally released Marc's doom band Orion's Sword has released some new material. Check it out here;
orionssword.bandcamp.com
(interview originally published 5/29/23)
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Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 30 pt.2: Gavin Van Vlack (Burn, Absolution, Canonized, Physical Culture Collective)"Total Cat Failure"
Gavin is a lifer. Whether as a musician (Absolution, Burn, Canonized, NY Hoods, Die 116) or as a martial artist, he has demonstrated a high level of dedication to his craft. Which, made him a perfect guest for the podcast! I mean, folks that are in it for the long haul SURELY have opinions on music (and other topics). Gavin did not disappoint!
We had a pretty fun and vigorous conversation that covered a lot of ground; AC/DC, Bark Market, Lunachicks, The Bar-Kays, Little Walter, Hayes Carll, Steely Dan, Aerosmith, The Cure, The Smiths, Nausea, B...2023-11-0353 min
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 30 pt.1: Gavin Van Vlack (Burn, Absolution, Canonized, Physical Culture Collective)"Wednesday is the new Tuesday"
Gavin is a lifer. Whether as a musician (Absolution, Burn, Canonized, NY Hoods, Die 116) or as a martial artist, he has demonstrated a high level of dedication to his craft. Which, made him a perfect guest for the podcast! I mean, folks that are in it for the long haul SURELY have opinions on music (and other topics). Gavin did not disappoint!
We had a pretty fun and vigorous conversation that covered a lot of ground; AC/DC, Bark Market, Lunachicks, The Bar-Kays, Little Walter, Hayes Carll, Steely Dan, Aerosmith, The Cure, The Smiths, Nausea, B...2023-11-0356 min
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 09 pt.2: Jason Sparkes (Soul Charge, Unblind, Run Devil Run)"An unhealthy obsession with Tomas Lindberg"
Jason Sparkes is the guitarist for the Cleveland based hardcore band Soul Charge, as well as Run Devil Run and is an all around nice guy. He originally hails from Newark, Ohio where he first became involved in music. We talk about his influences and dance around a long, boring story to be told in another place and at another time. As the kids say, “we’re dusty” and talk about the differences between punk, hardcore and metal. Spoiler alert: We ultimately come to the conclusion that none of it matters. Listen...2023-11-031h 16
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 09 pt.1: Jason Sparkes (Soul Charge/Unblind/Run Devil Run )"Tales from Newark, Ohio. Rated PG"
Jason Sparkes is the guitarist for the Cleveland based hardcore band Soul Charge, as well as Run Devil Run and is an all around nice guy. He originally hails from Newark, Ohio where he first became involved in music. We talk about his influences and dance around a long, boring story to be told in another place and at another time. As the kids say, “we’re dusty” and talk about the differences between punk, hardcore and metal. Spoiler alert: We ultimately come to the conclusion that none of it matters. Listen...2023-11-031h 11
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 01: Jason Luchka (Deathcrawl, Supercorrupter)"Two Verbose Dudes"
This was the VERY FIRST EPISODE of Bleachmouth Postscript! It featured Jason Luchka, bassist of Deathcrawl, Supercorrupter, and former program director of the legendary radio station V-Rock. Jason also keeps up a really great music blog (also named Supercorrupter) and has released a compilation/4-split Lp called "Ohio Is Not All Bad".
It's a rough, but fun listen as you can hear me trying to sort out how to do a podcast and we cover a lot of ground this episode.
Bands/artists you’ll hear about in this episode:Clu...2023-11-031h 42
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 82: Elyse (Avowal)"The phrase 'pop punk' is a slur"
Elyse an I have been pals for a bit and I always love talking music with her. She has depth of knowledge and listens to a wide variety of music – but we love talking metal. Here’s a sample of what we ramble on about; Eyehategod, Soundgarden, Axioma, Carcass, Neil Young, Siege, Minor Threat and Dead Kennedys.
Since this interview was originally published, Avowal has released a new Ep titled "The Tower ". You can check it out here along with their debut "Feast of the Familiar" here – avowalband.bandca...2023-11-031h 42
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 18 pt.2: Kat (Faim)Part 2: "Larry proposes to Jeff"
Kat was the vocalist for the great political hardcore band FAIM (who sadly, as of this new publish date, played their final show) and former co-host of the podcast Double Dare Ya. I did not know Kat prior to reaching out to her for this interview, but we had a really fun conversation that covers a lot of ground musical and otherwise.
Here are some of the artists we cover in our chat:American Nightmare, Bush, Tuesday, Tom Waits, Mazzy Star, boygenius, Jeff Buckley, Portishead, Soundgarden, Julien Baker, and The...2023-11-031h 04
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 18 pt.1: Kat (Faim)Part 1: "Day dreaming of Gavin Rossdale"
Kat was the vocalist for the great political hardcore band FAIM (who sadly, as of this new publish date, played their final show) and former co-host of the podcast Double Dare Ya. I did not know Kat prior to reaching out to her for this interview, but we had a really fun conversation that covers a lot of ground musical and otherwise.
Here are some of the artists we cover in our chat:American Nightmare, Bush, Tuesday, Tom Waits, Mazzy Star, boygenius, Jeff Buckley, Portishead, Soundgarden, Julien Baker, and...2023-11-031h 01
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 84: Brian ”Clevo” Ristau (Ten Yard Fight)"False Hope, The Heart of it All"
Brian was the bassist for Boston hardcore band Ten Yard Fight and is a frequent contributor to the 185 Miles South podcast. Hardcore-punk is a small world? Sometimes… Brian and I have been in the same room countless times, we have a million mutuals and have been “followers” of each other on social media, yet had never met until we did this episode. I am finally glad we did! This is a fun episode where Brian and I got to talk about Ohio, teaching (off mic) and gush over the legendary False...2023-11-031h 55
Bleachmouth PostscriptEpisode 78: Max Ward (Spazz, 625 Thrashcore, What Happens Next?)"Who doesn't like skulls?"
Max Ward is a prolific drummer and all around good guy. He is also the head honcho at 625 Thrashcore a DIY record label which has been around for well over a minute. He currently resides in Japan so it took us a minute to connect. But, it was definitely worth the effort! We had been trying to pull this together for a little while and finally…we got our shit together. I’ve been acquainted with Max since the 90’s and it was nice catching up with him. We talked about a lot of ban...2023-11-021h 18