Aug 25, 2023

For the past 30 years, Matt Shapiro's mission has been to embrace the "dark, weird, extreme, and wrong." As the former co-owner of Elbo Room and a beloved promoter within the Bay Area, he's indelibly marked San Francisco and Oakland's music scenes. Notably, he facilitated the transition of Elbo Room's Oakland location...

Aug 18, 2023

Dubbed the "Godfather of Punk Rock Comedy" by Chicago Now, JT Habersaat's one-hour special Swamp Beast, snagged the top spot on the comedy charts.  He has also had appearances on Comedy Central, roles in Troma Films including Toxic Avenger 4, and a touring roster featuring icons like Eddie Pepitone and Doug Stanhope,...

Aug 11, 2023

Aaron Dilloway, a prominent figure in the American experimental/noise scene, has long been celebrated for his innovative use of rhythmic loops, found sounds, and vocal improvisations, often employing contact microphones for distorted effects, His performances balance dark energies with playful absurdity. Aaron is a...

Aug 4, 2023

This week's guest on the podcast is Donita Sparks, a very talented musician, songwriter, and close friend of Lydia. She is the co-founder and lead vocalist of the legendary all-female rock band L7. With her unmistakable voice and fierce guitar skills, Donita has been a driving force in the rock scene for decades. Her...