Turned Out A Punk

Humans may equal garbage but this podcast equals awesome because Matt "Mauz" Parrillo is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with the DYSTOPIA guitarist to discuss all things punk. From the Cantankerous Years, to Mindrot's Ska punk connection, to surviving Spiderland Acres, to why you should never fly AIR DYSTOPIA and so much more: don't miss this one!!! Also, check out Matt playing with Kicker Also, hit up Tankcrimes for all your Dystopia needs Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Attention fellow Scumdogs of the Universe: Michael Bishop from Gwar has come to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with Blothar the Berserker to talk punk and 40 years of Gwar insanity. From Sex Pistols cconversion narratives, to the Death Piggy/ White Cross Divide, to Dave Brockie being band in DC, to the legacy of Richmond's post-hardcore scene and so much more: don't miss this one! Also, don't miss any of Blothar and Gwar's: 4O SHOCKING YEARS EXTRAVAGANZA!!!!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Be kind to the punishers; you know not where you'll meet them again. Today, Jim Ward from Sparta comes to TOAP and face to face with his one time punisher: Damian. Listen in to hear how Jim's kindness 27 years ago helped set Damian on the path to this podcast and so much more! From the greatness of the Rhythm Pigs, to the DC vs the gun totting parts of the El Paso scene, to Mike D's Grand Royal coolness, to the dark downside of At The Drive In's success and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Also, don't miss the 20th anniversary edition of Sparta's "Porcelain" Also, don't miss Jim and Sparta on tour! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You believe it? You better: Frank Black has come to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with one of his favourite songwriters ever to talk about: society, religion and all things punk. From the stuff the Pixies didn't like, to the Guns & Roses connection to Larry Norman, to Minor Threat being the end of Rock and Roll's evolution and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Also, don't miss the 30th anniversary edition of Frank's classic "Teenager Of The Year", available now! Also, don't miss the Pixies on tour this spring and summer! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

He hijacked "Toronto The Good": Gary Topp is on TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with the man who first lured the Ramones out of New York to talk punk and a lifetime spent in music. From getting dragged along to Toronto's first ever rock show, to seeing Dylan before the first record to booking the Screamers, watch Toronto punk blossoming, to making Toronto cool, to the Knack being the worst of thousands: this is not to be missed! And don't miss the fantastic Gary Topp book: "He Hijacked My Brain", out now on UXB Press Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oh, you may be leaving soon and you may have had your fill but if this can’t change your mind then nothing ever will: Bob Mould has come back to TOAP! Damian sits down with his long time friend to talk about the same the things they talk about every time they talk: punk and pro-wrestling. So, listen in as Bob and Damian celebrate friendship and raise a toast to friends no longer here. Don’t miss Bob’s fantastic new record: “Here We Go Crazy”, available everywhere on March 7 Also, check out the video for the title track off the record! Also, don’t miss Bob on tour with one of the greatest rhythm sections going: Jason Narducy and Jon Wurster! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When the podcast pops, Dax Riggs has come to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with the Acid Bath vocalist to talk his wild journey from pre-teen thrashhead to punk. From hitting the road at 13 with a metal band, to battles with labels, to the growing legend of Acid Bath and so much more: don't miss this one! Also, don't miss Dax's first solo release in 15 years: "7 Songs For Spiders" Also, don't miss Dax reuniting with Acid Bath, this spring Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Get ready: Harley Flanagan is here! DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Also, don't miss Harley and the Cro-Mags on tour with Danzg this March! Also, don't miss the documentary "Wired Fro Chaos", coming soon to a screen near you! and check harleyflanagan.com for all you other Harley/Cro-Mags needs Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Keep those fingertips holding the cracks in the foundation because Kate Nash has come to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with the musician and GLOW star to talk punk and pro-wrestling! From buying the Bored Teenagers compilation, to the hypocrisy of the music industry, to learning how to wrestle from royalty and so much more: don't miss this one!!!! Also, don't miss Kate's amazing new album: "9 Sad Symphonies", out now on Kill Rock Stars Also, find tour dates and more at KateNash.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The busiest bassist in punk and hardcore has come to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with his friend: Keith Freeman to discuss all things current punk. From touring the global punk/hardrcore landscape, to the rise of the TikToker, to harassing a friendship of a Dudley Boy and so much more: don't miss this one! Also, ind Keith currently rocking out with Restraining Order, Maniac, Intimidation, Grem, AmmuNation, All Due Respect, Near Dark and more! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you're into Rock and Roll and living the Rock and Roll lifestyle then you are in luck: Justin Pearson is on TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with the 619 legend to talk about punk and why it sucks sometimes. From beef with the state of Arizona, to O versus everybody, to why John Reis is cooler than GG Allin, to Offsprings' DIY dayz, to Unbroken ruling and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Also, don't miss and this awesome stuff from Justin: his brand new book "GG Alien and The Mystery Meat"' the reissue of Retox's "Beneath California", Deaf Club's split, the Swing Kids Reunion, The Locust's "Peel Sessions" LP and everything else going on at Three One G Records Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Smile the Shepard because Lamb of God's Randy Blythe has come to TOAP! Listen in as Randy and Damian discuss the punk heart at the centre of one of metal's most beloved bands and so much more. From the Pinhead Gunpowder Connection, to the Honor Roll influence, to why Four Walls Falling rules, to the 2nd wave of crossover, to the Buzzoven band with Green Day parts, to flying with Eyehategod and so much more: DON'T MISS THIIS! Also, don't miss Randy's fantastic new book "Just Beyond the Light: Making Peace with the Wars Inside Our Head"! Out everywhere February 18th, available for pre-order now! And don't miss Randy on his book tour! Also, check out Lamb Of God! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

WE'RE BACK! And what better way to kick off the 10th year of TOAP than by having Porcell as a guest on the show?! Listen in as Damian sits down with the Youth Crew legend to talk all things punk. From the CT punk scene, to adventures in record collecting, to GG Allin loving straight edge, to Judge's emo vibes and so much more: DO NOT MISS THIS ONE! Also, pick up the reissue of Judge's "Chung King Can Suck it" lp and don't miss them playing live in March Also, don't miss Porcell on Shelter on their European tour this spring Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

TOAP CLASSIC #34 (RELEASED December 3, 2014): In what is the most critically lauded episode of TOAP, Meredith Graves makes her first appearance on the show. Listen to Meredith's former bands: Perfect Pussy and Shoppers, NOW EPISODE 4- On this episode of Turned Out A Punk, Damian is joined by Meredith Graves of Perfect Pussy. The extended conversation goes many places, including serious discussions about misogyny and sexual violence in punk, as well as far less serious topics. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

TOAP CLASSIC #31 (RECORDED February 5, 2015): HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS!!!! We are celebrating half of century of "Colofandom" with this re-release of the hardcore legend's first TOAP appearance. Don't miss Chris Colohan and SECT's latest "Plague Upon Plagues" LP, out now Also, check out Chris' latest project: UNWELL And check out Vinegar Syndrome for all your DVD, BLU-RAY, Vinyl and other cultural needs Episode 16- On the show this week, join Damian as he interviews Chris Colohan. Listen as the two discuss Chris’ journey through punk, and the amazing music that it has yielded. Not to mention, the important a role Chris played in Damian’s life (and MANY others). Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

TOAP CLASSIC #32 (RECORDED June 20, 2016): Don't miss Cassie's AOTY contending "Sweetheart", available everywhere now Episode 88 - It may not be a long episode but it is packed with awesome! Damian sits down with his friend and indie royalty: Cassie Ramone, to talk Weezer in NJ, The Killed By Ridgewood High lp and bad bands being good for the scene. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How much art can you take?! Today on the show, powerhouse artist Gregg Deal is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with the performance artist/painter/printmaker/muralist/sculptor/vocalist to talk about art being using to confront colonial violence and all things punk. From the Inside Out reunion, to the greatness of Judge, to post-SLC Punk violence, to Rollins' rage, to conscious/unconscious racism in punk, to finding your voice as a vocalist: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED Also, don't miss Dead Pioneers' fantastic new single: "My Spirit Animal Just Ate Your Spirit Animal" and look out for a new LP in 2025! Also, order the new Dead Pioneers 7": "Bad Indian", on Alternative Tentacles! Also, check out Gregg Deal's unbelievable art work and listen to his TED TALKS Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

TOAP CLASSIC #31 (RECORDED January 30, 2016): RIP Freddie Pompeii - January 9, 1947 to May 13, 2017 Freddie's guitar sound and song writing is an influence on everyone from Bad Brains to Sonic Youth. Listen to the Viletones. Legends never die. Forever blessings to Mickey Skin for setting this up way back when. Episode 60 - This week on Turned out A Punk: it is legit legends week as we welcome, guitarist of the legendary Viletones, Freddie Pompeii the show for a legendary episode. Hear stories of: acid fuelled Velvet Underground experiences, laying the foundation of Punk and being in arguably the most important Canadian punk band ever. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

TOAP is in the house because Ernie C is here! Listen as Damian sits down the legendary guitarist to discuss why Body Count is a punk band and so much more! From living with Sly Stone, to introducing Ice T to Jane's Addiction, to trying to bring some Nirvana to Black Sabbath and SO MUCH MORE! Don't miss this one! Also, don't miss Ernie C and Body Count''s new record: "Merciless"! Available now, on Century Media! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

For years, punk archeologists and hardcore scientists have theorized about the existence of a link between Sid Sludge and Jennifer Aniston. Today on TOAP, we bring you that link: Andrew Reich is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with the director of "Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story" to talk about the journey from opening for Mental Abuse to winning an Emmy Award for Friends. Seeing TMA, being pen-pals with GG, the importance of MRR, Mutha Records revisionists, punk in non-punk places, Tarantino's fetish for Redd Kross and so much more: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED! Also, don't miss Andrew's instant classic rock-doc "Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story" on the big screen, coming to a town neat you! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy