On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy welcomes Bob Nanna from the influential bands Braid, Hey Mercedes, etc. for a conversation diving deep into the roots of emo, independent music culture, songwriting, and the lasting impact of the underground scene. Bob reflects on the early days of Braid, Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Christopher Lee Lewis from the post-hardcore band The Kinison for a deep conversation about music, chaos, creativity, and the journey that took the band from small-town Illinois to sharing stages with some of the biggest names in alternative Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy is joined by Stephen Laurenson from Copeland, along with discussions surrounding his work in States, Abloom, and Demure. Stephen reflects on his time with Copeland and the band’s lasting influence on the indie and alternative scene through their emotionally rich songwriting, Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Mark Rose from the legendary Spitalfield to talk about the rise of the early 2000s emo and post-hardcore scene, the band’s journey through the Chicago music community, and the lasting impact of albums like Remember Right Now. Mark Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Bradley Swanson, known for his work in Pep Squad and The Company, for an honest and reflective conversation about his journey through music, creativity, and personal growth. Bradley shares stories from the early days of both bands, offering Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Dave Elkins of Mae for a deep, reflective journey through the band’s entire catalog—tracing the evolution of both the music and the meaning behind it. From the early days of Destination: Beautiful through the fan-favorite The Everglow and Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Dale Thompson, the unmistakable voice behind the legendary Christian metal band Bride. Known for their bluesy, hard rock edge and fearless approach to faith and music, Dale reflects on the early days of Bride, sharing stories from the Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Jackson Mould of Slick Shoes to dig into the roots and evolution of one of the most beloved bands in the late ‘90s and early 2000s punk scene. As a founding member and guitarist, Jackson reflects on the Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Stephen Keech, best known as the longtime front man of Haste the Day, to unpack his journey through one of the most influential eras of metalcore. The conversation dives into Stephen stepping into the band during a pivotal Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with J. Robbins—a defining voice in post-hardcore and independent music. Known for his work with Jawbox, Burning Airlines, and Government Issue, Robbins shares stories from his decades-spanning career, from the early days of the D.C. punk scene to shaping Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Michael Abrams of Valley of Doves, a standout artist from the influential indie label Fever Ltd., for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about music, creativity, and the stories behind the songs. Michael reflects on the origins of Valley Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True podcast, Jeremy sits down with Matt Greiner from the influential metalcore band August Burns Red. Matt shares the story of how the band formed in Pennsylvania and how their passion for heavy music, faith, and relentless touring helped shape them into one Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True podcast, Jeremy sits down with Jon Berndtson of The Beautiful Mistake for an honest and reflective conversation about music, faith, and the band’s enduring legacy in the independent and alternative scene. Jon shares the story of how the band formed in Southern Read More
In this special episode of The Rumors Are True, host Jeremy welcomes Leanor Ortega Till of Five Iron Frenzy and Matt Johnson, whose work spans influential bands like Roadside Monument and Blenderhead, for a rich conversation about their personal musical journeys and the wider culture that shaped them. The discussion Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, we welcome Nick Radovanovic — known for his time with Acceptance and the punk outfit Hangnail. Nick reflects on his early introduction to punk and hardcore, the DIY spirit that shaped his musical foundation, and the relentless touring years that helped forge Read More
This week on The Rumors Are True Podcast, we’re joined by Travis Bryant, a key figure in the underground alternative and emo scenes through his work with Terminal, Goodbye Tomorrow, and Alive in Wild Paint. Travis reflects on his early introduction to music, the inspiration behind picking up a guitar, Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True, host Jeremy Alan Gould welcomes Rob Walker, vocalist and guitarist of the influential alternative band Wish For Eden, for a deep and reflective conversation about music, faith, and legacy. Rob shares the story of how Wish For Eden came together, the early Read More
On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, host Jeremy Alan Gould sits down with Josh Ashworth, vocalist of influential metalcore band Society’s Finest, for a deep and honest conversation about his journey through music and life. Josh reflects on the formation and evolution of Society’s Finest, their role Read More
In this episode of The Rumors Are True, the conversation features Dave Owens and Ryan Cruickshank from Names Without Numbers, diving into the band’s origins, creative evolution, and renewed momentum. Dave and Ryan share stories about forming the band, the influences that shaped their melodic rock sound, and what it’s Read More
This week on The Rumors Are True, we sit down with acclaimed producer, songwriter, and engineer Matt Squire, whose career has helped shape the sound of modern pop-punk, rock, emo, and mainstream pop. From his early roots in the Washington, D.C. DIY and hardcore scenes to producing chart-topping records for Read More
