Episode 22 - From Basement to the Big Stage: What the Future of Hardcore Festivals Looks Like

Welcome to the Dads Who Mosh Podcast! This week, the dads talk about the Terror show in Pomona at the Glasshouse and the conflict between security and the fans and the struggle that comes with venues who, in the words of Scott Vogel, want the money from hardcore, without being hardcore. They also discuss the lineup announcement from Furnace Fest and how the future of the festival was finally revealed. While whoever bought Furnace Fest out obviously has deep pockets and is able to bring in the biggest names in heavy music, the fear for those who cherish the spirit of Furnace Fest is that the heart of the festival is now gone. While mental health is a major focus of this podcast, physical health is a big deal too, so Nate and Jesse share their tips on preventing a week of soreness from one night in a mosh pit. This week's segments:Bands you should know:Nate: The Fight is Now (@thefightisnow)Jesse: Piss Ant (@pissant_hxc)Hardcore News:- Furnace Fest drops 2026 lineup and it is received with mixed reviews. New Music Releases- Koyo, "Barely Here" (Album)- Balmora, "Moon Light Hysteria" (Single)Additions to "Dad's Who Mosh Playlist"- Jesse - Sunami, "Weak Die First"- Nate - Trapped Under Ice, "Pleased to Meet You"Upcoming Shows- Jesse - Poison the Well, Converge, Barbarians of California (Math 16th, San Diego, Observatory)- Nate - Peeling Flesh, Missing Link, Bayway (May 19th, Mesa, The Nile) Follow us!Instagram: @dadswhomoshDads Who Mosh Playlist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1pfxBoqHvT2u6kjWKryo9z?si=xVpGdRRmTdGkvdnKCe1AYg&pi=SnPX7XSkQfiYC