On the latest episode of Release Ramble, I talk to the frontman of Los Angeles melodic hardcore band Oceans Away. Robbie indulges us in his unique experiences as a band member, quite literally travelling across the world to find his place in the industry. From LA to Munich, the conception of this band is rooted in his travels and it was an incredib…

On the latest episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I speak with artist, merchandise man and all-round music industry guru Dave Shirkhani. From his humble rhythmic beginnings in Virginia to his contemporary work in Portland, Oregon, Dave and I float through his life as a lover of pop-punk and his career within it. Everything from the moguls…

At long last, I am back following a brief hiatus, so thank you all for your patience. On the 12th episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I reward your patience and am joined by a previous guest, one who wanted an episode all to themselves; bassist of both The New Normal and Loss Of Signal Carlin Brown. With discussions about grief, relations…

On this special episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, we delve into the vibrant musical world that is Slam Dunk Festival! Featuring both my brother James and his partner Becka, we dive into the very best and worst that Slam Dunk had to offer, as well as some highlights for each of them individually. Many thanks to both James and Becka for c…

On this sixth episode of Release Ramble, I got the chance to talk to Northern Ireland's very own punk rock quartet The New Normal. Their debut EP 'Not Yours' released back in October of 2023, and since then the band have experienced all kinds of twists and turns in their ever-growing career, each of which we discuss in detail. Moreover, we talk abo…

On this fifth episode of Release Ramble, I have the pleasure of talking with Chicago pop-punk quartet Farhampton. Following the release of their latest single 'Wishful Thinking', the band were ready and raring to talk about the meaning behind their new track. We delve into everything from personal grief to recent heartbreaks and illustrate just how…

On this fourth episode of Release Ramble, I am joined by Hampshire-based solo acoustic artist and long-time fan of the page Charlie Smith. Following the release of his live Southampton Sessions back in December, Charlie discusses the cut-throat industry that is independent music, the weird and wonderful world of contemporary music streaming and giv…

On this tenth episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, the titular host is riding solo once again as a result of having COVID. Following a 3-week hiatus, PunkStance is back to talk about the records that shaped his time in lockdown back in 2020. From the pop-punk powerhouses of Four Year Strong and Knuckle Puck to the underground darlings of L…

On this third episode of Release Ramble, I am joined by the local Kent-based alternative rock outfit Described As Enemies. Following the release of their debut single 'Leap Of Faith' back on New Years Day, Jake jumped onto the podcast to talk about their latest single 'I Feel Alive'. We go into details about the single, what's next for the band and…

On this ninth episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I am joined by chemist, long-time friend and Pokémon connoisseur George Rutt. This time, George talks about not one, not two, but three separate records, simply because he couldn't narrow it down. All of them fall into the modern pop scene and have defined the last decade of George's life.…

On this second episode of Release Ramble, I am joined by my first international guest, that being New Jersey pop-punk quartet Wishful Thinking. Following a write-up of their final 2023 single 'Water Bottle' the band are back with 'Wanted', their debut single of the new year. Releasing on February 29th, this track is a classic tale of modern day rel…

In this eighth episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I am joined by logistics legend, die-hard Millwall supporter and fiancée to Laura Carter, Aaron Freeman. This time, Aaron delves into the world of 90s Britpop, exploring arguably the band that started it all. Aaron's love for Oasis is palpable throughout our entire discussion, but of thei…

Welcome back one and all to the very first episode of my new show Release Ramble. This show will not be replacing Albums That Saved My Life, but will instead allow artists and bands to relentlessly ramble about their latest releases, without the need for a hand-fisted unrelated album. On this first episode, I am joined by the Great Yarmouth ska pun…

In this seventh episode of Podstance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get to listen with rapture to salesperson, friend and Nomo enthusiast Laura Carter. This time, Laura takes us on a hilarious adventure through her life and how her album of choice, the 1992 compilation album 'ABBA Gold' by the eponymous artist respectively, has influenced it. From chil…

In this sixth episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get the honour of speaking to salesperson, friend and fellow Curly-Whirly member Shaun Clohessy. In the final episode of 2023, Shaun and I take a "deep Dave" into the modern UK rap scene and the influence his chosen record has had on the industry, that being 'PTSD' by trap/hip-hop duo D-…

In this fifth episode of of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get the absolute delight of speaking to bassist, roommate and neoclassical metal enthusiast Daryl White. This time, Daryl delves into the life and music of his hero Jason Becker; from his personal struggles to his musical ventures, Jason has been an inspiration to Daryl throughout all…

In this fourth episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get the absolute privilege of speaking to singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and my good friend Carlo Villa. This time, Carlo explores his own creative process going back to his earliest work all the way to his recent singles, all in conjunction with his album of choice, the 1984 …

In this third episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get the absolute pleasure of speaking to salesperson, writer and my older brother, James Buxton. This time, James delves into his chosen album, the record in question being 'World Record', the 2011 sophomore album from British rock band Lower Than Atlantis. We discuss everything from gro…

In this second episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast, I get the absolute joy of having no guest and talking with myself again. This time, I take a look at one of 2023's most uplifting and objectively positive pop-punk albums, one that exists solely to improve the lives of its listeners. It offers up a listening experience that is as thought-…

Welcome to the first episode of PodStance: The PunkStance Podcast. This is the latest project I have undertaken to showcase my love for modern pop-punk music, amongst other genres. In this episode, I take a solo journey down memory lane and talk about an album very near and dear to my heart, one that has shaped the very musical future that I am liv…