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Pop FussMobleyMobley joins Pop Fuss to discuss his astonishing new record, "We Do Not Fear Ruins," an LP that will surely end up on many Best of 2025 lists. Mobley is a five-tool player. He writes, produces, performs, acts and even dances to bring his visionary, genre-blending sound to life for both our ears and eyes. His music fuses rock, soul, funk, alternative, R&B, and even hints of prog, sometimes within the same song! His songs live in a world where The Delfonics meet Radiohead—deeply emotional, sonically ambitious, and always compelling!
Be sure to follow Mobley on all of his so...2025-05-0643 minPop FussMadhavi DeviIndie pop artist Madhavi Devi joins Pop Fuss to discuss her newest single! From New Jersey, Madhavi has been crafting melodic pop songs for several years, and is proud to promote "Run Run Run." We dig into her catalog for stories, inspiration, and the importance of "world building" with her music.
Follow her on Instagram @madhavi.devi and check out her website www.madhavidevimusic.com for music, links, and more!
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's best emerging artists!2025-04-3029 minPop FussSabrina FairSabrina Fair joins Pop Fuss to discuss her debut album! This songwriting prodigy has delivered one of 2025's strongest LP's full of pop/rock goodness and will appeal to fans of Paramore, Olivia Rodrigo, and Lizzy McAlpine. Two years in the making, Sabrina worked with her very musical siblings to concoct this mix of alt rock and pop and adds horns to the mix to really make these songs shine!
Be sure to follow Sabrina on her socials @sabrina.fairr and listen to the episode wherever you get your favorite podcasts!
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for more of to...2025-04-2424 minPop Fusspure xtcpure xtc joins Pop Fuss to discuss her amazing music! pure xtc is the brainchild of Kansas City-based artist Taylor Hughes, powerhouse multi-instrumentalist and producer who built a world where brooding soundscapes meet stark vulnerability. Her new single, "Drive" is the final piece in a trilogy that began with "Fall Apart"and "Mood Ring." A project spanning both music and film, it tells a story of unraveling, transformation, and escape. "Drive" brings the journey full circle, with the trilogy's short films forming a complete, enigmatic narrative.
Be sure to check out her website for all things purextcmusic.com and follow h...2025-04-2129 minPop FussJeff Whalen (Tsar, Monster Squad, solo)Jeff Whalen of Tsar joins Pop Fuss to debut tracks from his new project, Monster Squad! We dive into the first-ever vinyl release of Tsar’s cult classic debut, hear stories about the making of that legendary LP, and chat about Jeff’s fab solo album, produced by Linus of Hollywood.
Hearing from Jeff is always a blast—equal parts fun and delightfully offbeat—and since he’s not on social media, this is a rare chance to hear straight from the man himself.
Visit Tsar — Tsar – Omnivore Recordings to pre-order Tsar's debut album on white vinyl!
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @Pop...2025-04-1740 minPop FussThe Manic StandstillNEW BAND ALERT! Veteran rocker Adam Bones joins Pop Fuss to discuss his great new project - The Manic Standstill! Along with Eddy Hewitt and Brad Dickert, the group is offering a first taste of their debut album Moving with the release of their new single and music video, "Reasons Why." The album is set to drop later this year via Wiretap Records/Double Helix records. The upcoming LP boasts contributions from members of The Aquabats, Teenage Bottlerocket, The Dollyrots, The Screamers, and more. With a blend of punk, power pop, and rock influences, Bones hopes listeners will "feel the...2025-04-1534 minPop FussIndie pop artist RiSiIndie pop singer RiSi joins Pop Fuss to discuss her many musical hats (artist, songwriter, producer) as we dig into her catalog. It's a fun chat where she talks about her musical beginnings, and some of the stories behind her best songs. Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts - search "Pop Fuss."
Be sure to follow her socials @thisisrisi and sign up for her mailing list from her website ThisIsRiSi.com
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod2025-04-1047 minPop FussSave FerrisMonique from Save Ferris joins Pop Fuss! For episode #65 we discuss a BUSY year for the band as they head out on tour, release new music, put out some great 7 inch singles, and offer YOU a chance to appear in their next music video! Monique also talks about how touring has changed for her over the decades, what's in the band's tour rider, and how she spends her time off the road.
Listen to the episode wherever you find your favorite podcasts - search "Pop Fuss."
Be sure to follow the band on the socials @saveferrisofficialband and check our...2025-04-0726 minPop FussInnocent TylerIt's Innocent Tyler! Vincent from the band joins Pop Fuss to discuss their new EP "Don't Call Me On My Birthday." Join us as we hear Vincent's dream-like rock and roll journey as he went from fan to "working with the band!" It's a great story that rock and rollers from all stripes will appreciate. We also dig into the new EP, working with Luis and Kelly from The Dollyrots, and getting Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup to produce his first music video!
Be sure to keep up with the band at their website http://www.innocenttyler.com and f...2025-04-0327 minPop FussDan KrochmalDan Krochmal joins Pop Fuss! Dan is a fantastic singer/songwriter that can craft a serious hook! Born and raised in Australia, Dan has emerged as one of today's brightest musicians, and we get into his influences, the time he was recruited to audition for American Idol, his move to the U.S., and his new pop/rock sound from his latest record. If you're into catchy ear candy and heartfelt ballads, you'll want to go deep into his discography!
Be sure to check out Dan on his socials (including some cool videos on YouTube) @dankrochmal
Follow Pop Fuss on In...2025-03-3136 minPop FussS A R ASARA, a multifaceted singer-songwriter from a small town in Germany, now based in London, blends noughties-inspired pop rock with a personal touch. Her anthemic melodies, nostalgic sounds, and honest lyrics create "main character energy," giving listeners a movie soundtrack to their lives. Over the past year, SARA has been living out her childhood aspirations, collaborating with Grammy-winner Chris Sclafani (Ed Sheeran, Halsey). With her third single just released, SARA is just beginning to carve her path!
Be sure to follow SARA on her socials @sara_mxsic
Follow Pop Fuss on Insta @popfusspod2025-03-2726 minPop FussJaret Reddick of Bowling for SoupBowling for Soup's Jaret Reddick joins Pop Fuss! The legendary pop punk front man gets us up to date with all things in his world and tells some great stories!
We learn about:
How touring has changed for him over the years
What it's like to do those Rock n Roll cruises
How he feels about the return of the Warped Tour
His rockin' hilarious side project "Jarinus" with Linus of Hollywood
The great collaboration "Jaret and Kelly" with The Dollyrots' Kelly Ogden
His country music project
Talking mental health
How he came to record the "Phineas and Ferb" theme s...2025-03-2447 minPop FussSpaceAcreSpaceAcre joins Pop Fuss to discuss their beginnings, how their sound has evolved, their recent singles, and plans for their first tour! From London, Phoebe and Jas have concocted an electric mix of sounds as they tackle relatable topics with influences such as Muse, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Florence & the Machine. The songs are great and this duo rocks!
Follow this fan friendly band on Instagram @spaceacremusic and on TikTok (where they frequently perform live!) @spaceacreband
They also make really cool music videos that are must see! youtube.com/SpaceAcre
Check out their website for tour dates, merch and more! spa...2025-03-2039 minPop FussDouble StandardDouble Standard joins Pop Fuss to discuss their beginnings, their upcoming EP, videos, and more! From Brooklyn, your "favorite girl band's favorite girl band" is poised to take over the world with their buzzy songs, and hip and fun vibe. This is definitely a band to watch!
Follow the band on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok @doublestandardtheband and Twitter (I refuse to call it "X") @d0ublestandard.
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @popfusspod for today's brightest, emerging artists!2025-03-1734 minPop FussLuvleelouIndie pop duo Luvleelou joins Pop Fuss to discuss their debut EP "Welcome to the Introverts Club." From Quebec City, Jay and Veronika met serendipitously and not only did they form a musical partnership, but they proudly proclaim their love as a couple. Their closeness is evident in their bright, sunny pop, but they don't shy away from exploring more challenging issues that we all face. The group has been an instant hit with fans as their songs have streamed well over a million times and they continue to build their "tribe" with tens of thousands of followers. We discuss...2025-03-1336 minPop FussThe ArgumentThe Argument is back! Scott and Chris from the band join Pop Fuss to discuss the band's history, their ups, downs, and "pinch me" moments. We chat about their challenges in the music business back in the early 2000's, and their resurrection (New songs!) and reunion show! Best known for their 2004 LP "Recess Serenade," The Argument was a buzz band on the radar of every power pop fan "back in the heyday" and the record is still adored by their fans. In the last 18 months we've gotten three new songs (all great!) and we get a sneak peek of their...2025-03-1045 minPop FussTori NanceTori Nance joins the show to discuss her latest singles, and plans for her second album. This Jacksonville, FL native has been a session drummer for years, but dipped her toes into a solo act in 2022 to great results. Since that time, Tori has released an album and a bevy of singles that stake her claim as an emerging performer. Whether it's rootsy, Americana pop, or straight ahead rockers, Tori has a a keen ability to harness her emotions in her lyrics, and audiences have been responding!
Check out her songs wherever you stream tunes and follow her o...2025-03-0635 minPop FussMEGG joins Pop Fuss!
LA’s South Bay born & raised alternative artist, MEGG, blends her love for pop music with her punk rock roots to create a fearless sound for the tomboys, loudmouths, romantics, and all the misfits in-between. As one of the first five vocalists to graduate from USC’s Popular Music Performance Program in the Thornton School of Music, MEGG has shared the stage with many legends, has performed the National Anthem at Dodger games, and you may also recognize her from her memorable appearance on NBC’s The Voice. A signed songwriter with Reel Muzik Werks Publishing, MEGG's voice blends the fi...2025-03-0337 minPop FussThe Fatal FlawIt's The Fatal Flaw! Joel Reader is here to breakdown their latest batch of ear candy and discuss the band's history, and future. Joel, formerly of Mr. T Experience, The Avengers, and The Plus Ones, is the founder and creative force behind the band that has been crafting delicious pop/rock for over 15 years and they are now making the best music of their career!
The Fatal Flaw is: Ryan Mercedes (guitar/vocals), Randy Tartow (drums), Joel Reader (vocals/bass), and Jim Keaney (guitar/vocals)
Follow the band on Facebook, and on Instagram @TheFatalFlaw
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod2025-02-2440 minPop FussActve CaptveActve Captve joins Pop Fuss to discuss their latest singles! Justin Han is the creative force behind the band and crafts a hooky mixture of synth pop and indie/alternative pop and rock. Justin discusses how his project got off the ground, and cultivating a musical community in his Austin, Texas area. Give the band a listen - it's all great stuff!
Follow the band on Facebook and on Instagram @ActveCaptve
Also, Music Mixer ATX is a live performance event for musicians seeking bandmates, produced by a community of musicians, artists, and creators who share...2025-02-2038 minPop FussAbby KennaAbby Kenna joins Pop Fuss to discuss her great new EP "Spit!" Abby is a creative soul who crafts engaging alt pop - something of a Chappel Roan for born-again emo kids. Tapping into the singularity of the queer experience, Abby has been gathering a cult following of raunchy indie rock enjoyers looking for a story that represents them. Her 4-song EP is surely just a taste of what's to come! We nerd out on 2000's emo pop, her choice to move to LA, and who else we'd like to have on our podcasts! (Yes, she also has a podcast...2025-02-1736 minPop FussEva WestphalEva Westphal joins the show to break down her latest EP "Daybreak." Eva is an indie & alt pop artist from NYC who has developed a large following for her beautiful voice and sincere, confessional lyrics. She talks about what inspired her most recent effort, her first headlining tour, and some BIG plans she has for 2025!
Be sure to follow Eva on all of her socials @EvaWestphal and stream her songs wherever you listen to your favorite music.
Check out all Pop Fuss episodes where you find your favorite podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @PopFussPod2025-02-1323 minPop FussThe JellybricksThe Jellybricks join Pop Fuss to discuss their excellent new album, "Dreaming In Stereo." Arguably their best record yet, we get into their history with the Not Lame label in the 90's, getting signed by Steven Van Zandt and Wicked Cool Records, and having the "Coolest Song in the World" - multiple times! This is such a fun band with hooks galore in their power pop/indie rock catalog!
The Jellybricks are:
Larry Kennedy — guitar, vocals
Garrick Chow — bass guitar, vocals
Bryce Connor — guitar, vocals
Tom Kristich — drums, vocals
Be sure to check out thejellybricks.com for info on th...2025-02-1051 minPop FussGloomy JuneGloomy June joins Pop Fuss to discuss their new singles, their new sound, and plans for their first LP! From San Francisco, this "queer emo pop" band has gotten more muscular with their recent songs and will appeal to fans of bands like Paramore, AFI and Chvrches. Check out our conversation as we discuss their reset from their previous project, The Y Axes (great stuff there, too!), and why it was important to overhaul their name and brand. Gloomy June is great with superb vocals and hooks aplenty!
Follow the band on Instagram @GloomyJune and check out their website GloomyJune.c...2025-02-0629 minPop FussImogen ClarkAussie Imogen Clark joins the show to discuss his new cover song and latest LP "The Art of Getting Through." Imogen has been releasing pop music, often with an Americana flavor, for several years and has been able to collaborate with some amazing artists such as Collin Hay, Benmont Tench, and Jim Keltner, and even recording in Abbey Road Studios! Imogen has a wonderful melodic sense and will appeal to those who like artists such as Maggie Rogers, HAIM, and even country artists such as Trisha Yearwood and Martina McBride.
Be sure to check out her website imogenclark.com.au a...2025-01-2927 minPop FussLog FlumeLog Flume joins the show to discuss their great debut LP "Splash Hit." From Philadelphia, Log Flume is a 3-piece band that will appeal to indie rock and power pop fans of artists like Teenage Fanclub, Weezer, and Fountains of Wayne. Be sure to check out their tunes and follow the band on Instagram @LogFlumeBand and snag their music and merch from their BandCamp site: https://logflume.bandcamp.com/
Listen to the episode wherever you find your favorite podcasts! Search "Pop Fuss."
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#LogFlume #PowerPop #IndieRock #PhillyMusic2025-01-1432 minPop FussLaila Samuels (formerly of The Tuesdays)Americans will remember our guest, Laila Samuels, from her band The Tuesdays. Signed by Clive Davis, Laila's group released their Arista Records debut in 1998. Though the album was great, the follow up never saw the light of day. Since that time, this Norwegian songwriter has written hundreds of songs for other artists, and continues to release her own music to this day. We discuss her musical history, touring with N'SYNC and Mariah Carey, appearing on MTV, and performing in the Eurovision contest. This month, Laila released "The Lost Demos" album. These tracks were recorded many years ago, and we're so...2025-01-0847 minPop FussWyatt FunderburkWyatt Funderburk joins the show to discuss his two new EP's, his first new music in over 10 years! We play lots of tunes from his discography, discuss his prolific production work, and his time with great artists such as Kurt Baker, Linus of Hollywood, and The Explorers Club. Wyatt gives us the lowdown on his Beach Boys tribute band, his deep dive Beach Boys podcast, and some plans for 2025.
Follow Wyatt on Instagram @Funderburk and his project Hibiki @Hibiki.Band
Wyatt's website: http://wyattfunderburk.com/
Find all of Wyatt's music here: https://wyattfunderburk.bandcamp.com/music
Order Hibiki on vinyl: https...2024-12-191h 13Pop FussTeens In TroubleIt's Teens In Trouble! Creator Lizzie Killian makes anthemic, emotionally driven indie-rock that merges the snappy, confessional style of Weezer with the Pixies’ & Breeders' soaring, fuzzed-out melodies. Their latest album "What's Mine" is tons of fun and will leave ear worms burrowed in your brain for weeks!
Be sure to follow the band on Instagram and TikTok @TeensInTrouble and pick up vinyl and more at TeensinTrouble.net
And subscribe to their YouTube channel for super cool videos!
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod and stream all episodes wherever you find your favorite podcasts!2024-12-1635 minPop FussA Very Power Pop Christmas!It's our first "no guest" show and we bring you some great (and hopefully new to your ears) Christmas power pop tunes! Check out some great tracks by a "super group" of sorts, including most of the Posies, and a soccer superstar (yep, you read that right), plus more!
Check out the episode wherever you download your favorite podcasts!
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#powerpop #christmasmusic #musicpodcast2024-12-1134 minPop FussPolaroid FadeIt's Polaroid Fade! This young band just released an outstanding debut LP - if you love alt rock and dream pop ala The Sundays, The Cure, Mazzy Star... you will love this record! From South Jersey, lead singer Nicoletta composed these songs as a young teen (!) and assembled the band with guitarist Tyler to record "Chaos Into Poetry." This is definitely a band to watch!
Follow the band on Instagram @polaroid.fade and TikTok @polaroidfade, and check out their website polaroidfade.com
Purchase their vinyl and cassette at http://www.shoreptsrecords.com/store
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod or sen...2024-12-0531 minPop FussGlen Burtnick (The Weeklings, Styx, solo)Glen Burtnick (The Weeklings, Styx, solo) joins Pop Fuss! With a new holiday record out, Glen discusses the rockin' Weeklings release. We also touch on his time with Styx, and the rare, unreleased demo album that Glen contributed to. Glen speaks to his time working with Journey's Neal Schon, and we delve a bit into his solo album "Heroes & Zeros." It's a fun and informative conversation with many samples of the songs we discuss!
Listen to the episode wherever you find your favorite podcasts! Just search "Pop Fuss."
Be sure to follow Glen and the Weeklings on Facebook. Pick up th...2024-12-0244 minPop FussOut In FrontOut In Front joins Pop Fuss! Madie Renner from the band is here to discuss her musical journey and the creation of the band. This trio of uber-talented young adults are not only skilled musicians, but all three are tennis pros! Listen to the cool story of how the band came to be, and what they have planned next! (And why they are obsessed with "butter cake!") This is definitely a band to watch and they have already accumulated a big following.
Follow the band on all of their socials @OutInFrontBand and stream their music on Spotify and Apple.
Find Po...2024-11-2627 minPop FussArtist Manager - Tori HamerskyWhat's it like to be an artist manager in today's music business landscape? What all do they do? VH Management founder Tori Hamersky joins Pop Fuss to explain it all! Tori is a wunderkind full of passion and energy, a real advocate for those she works with - check out our convo!
Follow Tori on Instagram @ToriHamersky and VH Management @VHMgmt
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2024-11-2045 minPop FussRooftop ScreamersRooftop Screamers is the name of the studio project for Portland based drummer and songwriter Mike Collins. It's an outlet to showcase his original songs and collaborate with some of his favorite local as well as world renowned singers (The Fixx, Jellyfish, The Posies, Pilot, etc.) Mike tells Pop Fuss about his musical journey and discusses his fabulous new single, "Souvenirs."
Be sure to follow Mike on Instagram @mcollins333, check out his YouTube channel for cool videos, and purchase his tunes at rooftopscreamers.bandcamp.com
Also find and follow Rooftop Screamers on Facebook.
Follow Pop Fuss on Insta @PopFussPod and...2024-11-1434 minPop FussThe TisburysThe Tisburys join us to discuss their great new single, "The Anniversaries." A jangly heartland rock band from Philly, they're excited to announce their next album, coming in 2025. Tyler Asay from the band talks about his early influences, and how the band has grown and changed over the course of a few albums. With a new bigger sound, the band will continue to appeal to fans of the Gin Blossoms, Tom Petty, The Hold Steady, etc.
Be sure to follow the band on Instagram and Twitter @the_tisburys and check out their catalog on BandCamp at https://tisburys.bandcamp.com
Fi...2024-11-0728 minPop FussPower Pop: The Next GenerationPower pop is experiencing a new wave of younger artists, and the music is great! We've assembled a round table of music geeks to listen to a dozen of today's best newer power pop artists. On the panel is Steve Coulter (Tsar) aka author SW Lauden, The Well Wishers' Jeff Shelton, and Tik Tok'r Allen Lulu. Get your pen and paper ready to write down these great recommendations as we nerd out to some excellent tunes!
Be sure to check out our previous round table episode: Power Pop in the 90's!
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod, also on...2024-10-311h 18Pop FussChime SchoolChime School joins us this episode to discuss their great new LP, "The Boy Who Ran The Paisley Hotel." As the creative force behind the group, Andy Pastalaniec wrote and performed the new record by himself, and the group is fleshed out on the road with a top notch band. Chime School is getting a ton of buzz from multiple outlets as their ringing Rickenbacker's have given us sunny jangle pop juxtaposed at times by melancholy lyrics.
Listen to our chat wherever you find your favorite podcasts!
Find Chime School at their Instagram page @Chime.School, and pick up the ne...2024-10-2832 minPop FussMegan From WorkMegan From Work is our guest this episode to discuss their new album "Girl Suit." It's a poppy punky helluva good time, and if you like Letters to Cleo, That Dog or The Breeders, you're in for a treat! Megan recounts their musical upbringing, the detour they took to do standup comedy in LA, creating Megan From Work, and their other (great) band, @HellBeachBand.
Be sure to follow Megan on insta @MeganFromWork, and check out their BandCamp page at https://meganfromwork.bandcamp.com/album/girl-suit
Check out this episode wherever you download your favorite podcasts!
Find Pop Fuss on insta @Pop...2024-10-2427 minPop FussAuthor Dean Brownrout - "No Big Deal"Author Dean Brownrout joins Pop Fuss to discuss his tragicomic new book, "No Big Deal: Chasing the indie music dream in the last days of the record business." As the founder of power pop label "Big Deal" in the 90's, Dean recounts his rock and roll journey by booking bands at age 15, having brunch with Metallica while booking them for one of the most important shows of their young career, cold calling Todd Rundgren, signing the Goo Goo Dolls, and more! It's a crazy story that all music fans will enjoy. And of course, power pop fans fondly recall his...2024-10-2131 minPop FussKen StringfellowKen Stringfellow (The Posies, REM, Big Star, etc.) joins Pop Fuss to discuss his first solo album in 12 years, "Circuit Breaker." We play several tracks and Ken comments about the inspiration behind the songwriting, after he has undergone a few years of therapy and introspection. Additionally, Ken talks about several guest appearances on the record, including Suzi Quatro, Lydia Lunch, and Bruce and Pete Thomas (Elvis Costello & The Attractions). Hear Ken answer the questions: Did Alex Chilton almost join The Orange Humble Band? Was there a "missing" Posies album recorded between Dear 23 and Frosting on the Beater? And will we...2024-10-141h 17Pop FussGolden BlueGolden Blue joins Pop Fuss to discuss their debut album and new single, "Forever Young." If 80's & 90's-inspired dreamy synth pop is your jam, sit back, relax, and let the golden blue musical waves wash over you. It truly is a beautiful sounding record full of melancholy and melodies.
Be sure to follow the band on all of their socials @GoldenBlueBand, and wherever you listen to music!
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod, and also on Twitter, Facebook and TikTok @PopFuss2024-10-0236 minPop FussBittersBitters joins Pop Fuss to discuss her new EP "Can't Think Straight." Raised in the UK as a classically trained vocalist, and signed to her first publishing deal at just 16, Claudia first made waves in LA as a songwriter. The urge to perform her own songs later resulted in her first EP, released in 2022. Today, Bitters is one of the most promising alt pop acts around, releasing uber catchy pop/rock - think Shirley Manson or Alanis Morrisette but with more pop hooks! I've had her music on repeat for months now - ear worms galore!
Be sure to follow B...2024-09-2635 minPop FussIsabel PlessIndie pop artist Isabel Pless joins Pop Fuss to discuss her new EP "Workhorse Pt. 1." Isabel didn't plan on a music career, but when her songs went viral on TikTok during the pandemic, she moved to Nashville to pursue her dream. Now with over 3 million streams on Spotify, Isabel is one of the finest young songwriters in the indie world.
Find Isabel on Instagram @Isabel_Pless, and her TikTok account @EverythingHurtsMan. Check out her videos too on YouTube!
Follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod, also on Twitter, Facebook and TikTok @PopFuss2024-09-1931 minPop FussThe GirlsThe Girls join Pop Fuss to discuss their latest EP, "Cuntry Music." This North Carolina five piece blends rock, glam, punk & power pop for a killer mix of catchy, synthy, rockin' tunes. Crank it up!
Find all things Girls on Instagram @TheGirlsBandOfficial and their YouTube channel for some fun videos. Check out their BandCamp page at thegirls77.bandcamp.com
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2024-09-1621 minPop FussHowling at the EarthWayne Snow joins Pop Fuss to discuss his project Howling at the Earth! Wayne is a fabulous guitarist with serious songwriting skills, we talk about his band's past, and his ambitious plans for its future. We also get into his band Fable Circuit, and discuss their great record, "Vagabond: Sunsets on a Distant World." Wayne is a super talented guy - and certainly one to watch!
Be sure to check out Howling's bandcamp at howlingattheearth.bandcamp.com and follow Wayne on Instagram at @HowlingAtTheEarth
Find Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod and listen to episodes wherever...2024-09-1228 minPop FussThe Cle ElumThe Cle Elum joins Pop Fuss to discuss their debut LP "It's OK If It Falls Apart." Love came first for Ian and Sarah, then their successful touring business. The world stopped and they wrote a album. It's an interesting story for these road vets/recording newbies. Single "I Am a Robot" features good friend Matthew Caws of Nada Surf. "Handclaps & Tambourines" is as infectious as it gets. Dig into the whole record, it's great!
Find The Cle Elum at thecleelum.bandcamp.com and be sure to follow them on Instagram @TheCleElum and find them on TikTok...2024-09-0922 minPop FussTamar BerkTamar Berk joins Pop Fuss to discuss her latest LP "Good Times For A Change." This "Tall glass of indie pop with a twist of 90's" artist brings her 4th record in four years and continues her confessional lyrics but with a more diverse sound across 12 dynamic tracks. As Tamar states, "all the songs on Good Times for a Change feel like meditations on being somewhere in between the willingness to let go, and the desire to hold on."
Be sure to check out tamarberk.bandcamp.com for the LP and follow Tamar across all her social...2024-09-0545 minPop FussJr. JuggernautPower trio Jr. Juggernaut joins Pop Fuss to discuss their rockin' new album "Another Big Explosion." Fans of late 80's to mid-90's alt rock with a dose of power pop & punk (Sugar/Bob Mould/Husker Du, Goo Goo Dolls, The Posies, Dinosaur Jr.) will love this record! Combining muscular riffs and sing along choruses, their fourth LP will satiate your ears with musical goodness! Be sure to follow Jr. J on their Instagram @jr.juggernaut and check out their linktr.ee/jrjuggernaut
Find Pop Fuss on IG @PopFussPod, also on Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok at popfuss.2024-08-3024 minPop FussThe Martial ArtsPaul Kelly is The Martial Arts and he joins Pop Fuss to discuss his great new album, "In There Like Swimwear." If you like catchy, bubble gummy pop/rock ala The Apples In Stereo, Of Montreal, and a very healthy heap of The Beach Boys, you'll really love this record! Be sure to check it out at his bandcamp page, and find all things Martial Arts on their linktr.ee/themartialarts
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2024-08-2720 minPop FussYours & MineYours & Mine joins Pop Fuss to discuss their excellent new album "The Shadow You Cast." If you dig late 80's to mid-90's jangle pop ala REM, The Posies, or the Gin Blossoms, you'll love this record! Harder rocking tunes recall the best of Oasis as well. Thoroughly enjoyable record from top to bottom!
Find Yours & Mine on Instagram @YoursAndMineBand or at their Bandcamp page - https://yoursandmineband.bandcamp.com/
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2024-08-2225 minPop FussPower Pop in the 90's! Round table episode with special guests!Power Pop in the 90's! Our first round table episode welcomes Linus of Hollywood, Mike Randle (Baby Lemonade) and Steve Coulter (Tsar) as we each bring songs to the table and debate if the 90's were power pop's best decade! Loads of laughs and stories (an insane Evan Dando tale, is Julianna Hatfield an honest person, why Jon Auer abuses his Gibson SG's, and did someone say KISS was the best power pop band of the 70's?? Tune in for some fun!
Be sure to check out @LinusDotson's electro-pop band @ablemachines.They're great! Look out for Mike Randle's chronicle MY L...2024-08-1957 minPop FussMoonyPop Fuss welcomes alt pop artist MOONY to discuss his mind bending work of art, WARNING HIGH CUBE. Seth discusses his upbringing, influences, and how he came to create the MOONYVERSE. He has a real vision for this album, both sonically and visually and we get into all of it!
Be sure to check out Moony's world on Instagram @sethismoony and at https://sethismoony.com
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2024-08-1534 minPop FussWhitney FenimoreIndie pop/folk artist Whitney Fenimore joins Pop Fuss to discuss her new singles and what she has planned next. We get into her song craft, her confessional lyrics, and advocating for mental health awareness. We chat about her American Idol tryouts, making it onto The Voice (and being coached by Adam and Miley!) Whitney has had a very interesting career and we touch on it all!
Be sure to follow Whitney on Spotify and at WhitneyFenimore.com
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2024-08-0939 minPop FussHell BeachPop Fuss welcomes Jordan from the power pop/punk band Hell Beach! We talk about their debut album "Beach World" which is All Killer - No Filler! Check out the vinyl at www.unclestylerecords.com and follow Hell Beach on insta @HellBeachBand.
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2024-08-0621 minPop FussMaggie MilesAlt pop artist Maggie Miles joins Pop Fuss to discuss her new single "Shove Down, Move On!," her first two records, being an independent artist in competitive Nashville, and tattoos! Maggie is one to watch! Find all things Maggie Miles on IG @_MaggieMiles, and YouTube (she has lots of great videos!) @maggiemiles.
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2024-07-3138 minPop FussWifey"Two hot dorks" from Brooklyn band Wifey join Pop Fuss to discuss the band's beginnings, their musical theater background, and their upcoming EP "Just a Tease." The band aims to take over the world with their catchy as hell songs... matrimony has never sounded so good!
Find Wifey on IG @WifeyTheBand and pre-order their EP at https://mtcrushmore.bigcartel.com/
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2024-07-2529 minPop FussHyberSalem, Mass band Hyber joins Pop Fuss to discuss their new EP "All the Things It Hurt to Know." We discuss their beginnings, sample several of their catchy, rockin' tunes, and their plans for their first tour. Fun conversation with this quickly emerging band! Find all things Hyber at hybermusic.com and follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod.
2024-07-2228 minPop FussMark BacinoVeteran power popper Mark Bacino joins Pop Fuss to discuss his new record "Top of the World." We look back at his great catalog throughout the years, and find out what he's been up to since the last release. Mark has a knack for great hooks and humorous lyrics - find his music online at MarkBacino.bandcamp.com. And follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod or on Facebook or Twitter.
2024-07-1828 minPop FussIan Ash (solo and The Last Bees)Ian Ash joins Pop Fuss to discuss his new self titled LP, and his band The Last Bees. This was a fun conversation where we learn what it's like to be a Grammy voter, to sing the national anthem at an MLB game, and to co-write a song with the guy who wrote "Eye of the Tiger." Ian is a pop savant who can create a hook! Find all things Ian at https://ianashmusic.com/ or https://thelastbees.com/ and follow Pop Fuss on IG @PopFussPod, or send us an email at PopFuss@gmail.com.
2024-07-1548 minPop FussAlexis CunninghamAlexis Cunningham joins Pop Fuss to discuss her dreamy new single, "Summer Moon." We talk about plans for her upcoming album, appearing on NBC's "American Song Contest," meeting Snoop Dogg (!) and working with Eric Bazilian of the Hooters. Learn all about Alexis at her website: AlexisCunningham.com, and follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod, or send us an email at popfuss@gmail.com.
2024-07-0924 minPop FussSilvieIndie pop artist Silvie joins Pop Fuss to discuss her latest singles and her upcoming EP. We go DEEP in this episode about her confessional songwriting, and just like her music, she lays it all out there. If you like artists such as Lizzy McAlpine/Maggie Rogers/Sarah McLachlan, you will love Silvie! Find her here: linktr.ee/silviemusic and follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod, or send us an email at popfuss@gmail.com.
2024-07-0559 minPop FussCoke BeldaClassic pop artist Coke Belda joins Pop Fuss to discuss his new album, "Love." If you love power pop/Beatles/ELO/Beach Boys and other pop masters you'll love his latest LP! Find Coke at cokebelda.bandcamp.com/album/.
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2024-07-0230 minPop FussGabrielle OrnateUK artist Gabrielle Ornate joins Pop Fuss to discuss her intoxicating blend of alt pop, rock and synths! This "Enchantress of Sound" talks about her diverse influences, her mystical and mythological lyrics, and gives us a preview of her next single. Learn all about her at gabrielleornate.co.uk and follow Pop Fuss on Instagram @PopFussPod or send us an email at PopFuss@gmail.com
2024-06-2834 minPop FussCas CleoIndie pop artist Cas Cleo joins Pop Fuss to break down her new EP "Retrace Everything," discuss her viral Tik Tok lyric drama, and her favorite song she has ever written. Find all things Cas Cleo here: linktr.ee/CasCleo
2024-06-2545 minPop FussGinger AFGinger AF (Kristen and Jerry) join Pop Fuss to discuss their latest album and singles. Combing alt pop hooks, dream pop, 90's shoe gaze and a MASSIVE wall of showering distorted guitars, Ginger AF bring it all together for a killer collection of songs that deserve to be heard!
Find all things Ginger AF here: linktr.ee/GingerAF
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2024-06-2131 minPop FussExtra ArmsExtra Arms joins Pop Fuss to discuss their new album "Radar!" It’s 10 songs of melodic, catchy rock that jumps all over the stylistic map. Sometimes you’ll hear ragtag Replacements-style abandon, while other spots show off a love for Guided By Voices’ to-the-point pop perfection. Elsewhere, there’s hints of sharp, 60s garage rock that nudge up against punky bursts of energy indebted to the Nerves, the Buzzcocks and early Elvis Costello. You’ll also hear synth-and-drum-machine nods to the Cars, the shifty shuffle of Thin Lizzy, and the muscular riffage of Cheap Trick. There’s even a wistful coun...2024-06-171h 02Pop FussEmma RowleyAlt pop singer/songwriter Emma Rowley joins Pop Fuss to discuss her album, "Orange" plus her new single, "Reunion." We also discuss her childhood as a performer with some pretty cool "pinch me" moments.
Check out all of Emma's info below:
www.emmarowleymusic.com
http://instagram.com/emmarowleymusic
https://tiktok.com/@emmarowleymusic
https://www.youtube.com/user/EmmaRowleyMusic
http://www.facebook.com/emmarowleymusic
http://www.twitter.com/emmarowleymusic
https://open.spotify.com/artist/12xapY7EGsHkhWo1l8F0V8?si=_RV3Ds1IR8KN51DrOHXdHw
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/emma-rowley/315780153
2024-06-1242 minPop FussS.W. LaudenS.W. Lauden joins Pop Fuss! Steve is the editor of the essay collections 'Go All The Way: A Literary Appreciation of Power Pop' and 'Forbidden Beat: Perspectives on Punk Drumming.' His power pop-themed crime fiction novellas include 'That'll Be The Day: A Power Pop Heist'. He is also the author of the Greg Salem punk rock PI trilogy, starting with 'Bad Citizen Corporation.' Find more of Steve’s music writing on Substack at Remember The Lightning. Social: @swlauden.
Remember The Lightning—A Guitar Pop Journal, Volume 3
Generation Blue Kindle/eBook
Remember The Lightning (Substack)
You can find...2024-06-0643 minPop FussJohn FayeJohn Faye (The Caulfields, IKE, John Faye Power Trip, John & Brittany) joins Pop Fuss to discuss his upcoming 2024 album and all things Faye!
Website
johnfaye.com
Patreon
patreon.com/johnkimfaye
IG
@johnkimfaye
FB
https://www.facebook.com/JohnFayeMusic
Memoir on Amazon
https://a.co/d/3GRiWHo
Find Pop Fuss on IG @PopFussPod and Twitter @PopFuss2024-05-3053 minPop FussDolourPop Fuss welcomes Shane Tutmarc from Dolour to discuss their new record, Daylight Upon Magic. The album was released on 5/24/24 with vinyl, CD, and merch combos available viashanetutmarc.bandcamp.com.
You can find Dolour below:
https://www.instagram.com/dolourofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/DolourMusic
https://www.youtube.com/dolourvideos
And find Pop Fuss on IG @PopFussPod and Twitter @PopFuss2024-05-2334 minPop FussAble MachinesTay and Linus from Able Machines join us to discuss their electro pop duo, and their new EP, "Digital Precision - Stripped."
2024-05-1629 min