185 Miles South

This time around it’s a big one for fans of jumbo shrimp, the living dead, deafening silence and other oxymorons. We're tackling the biggest one possible with relevance to the pod: the best LONG punk and hardcore songs. Nah, not those 2 minute songs that feel like an eternity, we're talking the 4+ minute songs that are ESSENTIAL.  Call us Chaos UK cuz this is literally your four minute warning.Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthCheck the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Get at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpIntro song: CandiriaOutro song: GastunkSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we start by breaking down our favorite hardcore and punk releases from the first half of 2026. Then we're talking the Hatebreed 7", Crusty Hi Charge, and the Neurosis catalog 1987-1996. Whatup?Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthCheck the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Get at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: Raw DistractionsOutro track: Early GraveAbyecta photo for episode art: Sarah Johnson (@sarahajohnson_)Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're rolling out a list of the top 100 best hardcore records of the 2010s. You know what that means: NEG, TUI, Mindforce, Rival Mob, Warthog, The Flex, The Repos...we're going deep.There is a massive Substack post where every record is broken down. Check it here: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthCheck the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Get at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: The Rival MobOutro Track: InfernöhSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. Kev talks about the Rebirth Records Fest and Zack talks about the Subversive Intent record release shows. Then it's time to crown a winner in the Best USHC 7" 1981-1983 tournament. Jackal from YDI joins me for the interview. Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: DemonstrateOutro Track: Legionaire’s Disease BandSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're taking a look back at the first half of the decade. What was sick? What was sorry? Let's get into it together.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassEpisode Art (Mindforce) Photo: Dan RaweIntro track: SlantOutro Track: BloodstainsSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're diving deep into the year 2007 and making playlists of the best punk and hardcore songs of the year. You know what that means: Government Warning, The Rival Mob, Iron Age, Trapped Under Ice, Criminal Damage, Rampage, etc.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-s-tBuy their new LP: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intent-st-lpCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassEpisode Art (Government Warning) Photo: Sarja HasanIntro Track: Government WarningOutro Track: Criminal DamageSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're celebrating 4/20 with a quick countdown of the greatest songs Brudda Bradley ever wrote before snapping out of it and paying tribute to the XXX. Also, new tunes, the 2nd round of the USHC 1981-1983 7" tournament, and Eric Ozenne joins me for the interview.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoNew LP out May 1st, 2026 on REBIRTH RECORDS.Check Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassHere's that Hatebreed scene from XXX (2002): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNu8RbX2KqYIntro: No StayerOutro: StepmotherSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're talking the cream of the crop: Mt. RushCORE. What records deserve to get chiseled into the side of a mountain? We're breaking down 2020-2024, NYHC, Cleveland, and more. Is the first Locust LP a top 4 PV 7"? Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro: Double CrossedOutro: Harm's WaySupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: new tunes, bargain records, the worst rap parts in 80s hardcore punk, and Dan steps back into the ring with Kev to defend his 185 Trivia title. Casey Jones (Ignite / No For An Answer) joins me for the interview.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro: 9 Shocks TerrorOutro: False ProphetsCover art photo: Fred HammerSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, Jon Westbrook joins Zack and Kev to kick off round one of the 1st wave USHC tournament. You know what that means: Minor Threat, Poison Idea, Negative Approach, The Abused, Antidote, The Fix...basically the best music of all time.There is a massive Substack post with the bracket and all the music embedded so peep that: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKx8Il9GzpYListen to all the 7"s here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjU9NUzv35M&list=PLTelYRGBafdgU5IYL6RLs9ikEM5msUs21Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthContact Zack: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro: KoroOutro: C.I.A.Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore. Gripes, stone cold truths, new tunes, and powerviolence classics. Friend of the pod Pops aka Anthony Pappalardo joins me for the interview.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Pops' Substack: https://anthonypappalardo.substack.com/Buy his book, Radio Silence: https://revhq.com/products/nathan-nedorostek-anthony-pappalardo-radio-silence-a-selected-visual-history-of-american-hardcore-music-expanded-edition-bookCheck out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro: Crossed OutOutro: VipersSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're talking the best hardcore / punk songs about war.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassCheck out Mike's band, GEHENNA:https://ironlungrecords.bandcamp.com/album/negative-hardcore-lungs-188Intro: Toxic ReasonsOutro: DiscloseSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: - What we want to see in 2026- New tunes- Kev's FYA fest report- Are fests a net positive or negative for hardcore?- Warzone DFTS DFTS- Enuf demo- Interview: Jay Petagine (Mindforce / Crush Your Soul)Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassFeeble Minds demo: https://feeblemindsfuckyou.bandcamp.com/album/demo-2025Zack's substack post referenced in intro: https://185milessouth.substack.com/p/state-oppression-2026Intro track: Feeble MindsOutro track: Raw PowerEpisode art photo: Oscar RodriguezSupport the show

Hardcore and punk have always been filled with contrarians who will argue any side of a point just to hear themselves speak...ever been on the internet? When does a hot take go too far? Is it time to lay down some stone cold truths? Yes, yes it is.Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Support the pod: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, FALSE SALVATION:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: Sick Of It AllOutro track: ShelterSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. In our final episode of the year, we're making playlists of the best hardcore / punk songs of 2025. Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, False Salvation:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: Citric DummiesOutro track: Loud NightSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're ranking the best 50 hardcore / punk records of 2025.Check out the full breakdown on our Substack: https://185milessouth.substack.com/Check the website: https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore: https://185milessouth.substack.com/The Patreons keep this podcast alive. Please consider supporting the show: https://www.patreon.com/185milessouthContact: [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/185milessouth/Check out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, False Salvation:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: AyucabaOutro track: STERÖIDHARDCORE LIVESSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: 1. Recent gigs2. Year end annual check in3. Best European HC 7" 1981-1985 Final Rounds4. Ranking the Judgement 7"s5. HC Trivia: Dan (Champ) vs. Kev (Challenger)Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoCheck Out Kev's band, False Salvation:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassIntro track: ScarecrowOutro track: District 9Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're making super 7 playlists for the best songs about cops in punk and hardcore. Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comCheck out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoGet at me: [email protected] track: Visual DiscriminationOutro track: PowerhouseSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. Zack & Kev talk the national anthem of Europe's origins and then go through October releases and gigs they attended. Daniel from Sorry State joins us for round 2 of the Best Euro HC 7" 1981-1985 tournament. Lennon from Scarab joins us to talk our top 5 Florida punk/hardcore bands.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://www.185milessouth.com/We are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.com/Kev's band FALSE SALVATION just put out a new EP. Listen to it here: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassBuy it here: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/false-salvation-through-shards-of-glassCheck out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoGet at me: [email protected] track: Step By StepOutro track: False SalvationSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This week on the pod, we're diving deep into the year 2015 - a killer year for the core. You know what that means: Violent Reaction, The Flex, G.L.O.S.S., Protester, No Tolerance, Rixe, The Rival Mob, Terror, and more.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comCheck out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoGet at me: [email protected] track: Concealed BladeOutro track: RixeSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: Scarab record release show, new releases, C4, Integrity, Samhain, Flag of Democracy, and more. Tyler Mullen from Scarab joins us for the interview.Link to albums we talked:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUfbhFF7LJQ&list=PLTelYRGBafdhb8l4px-UV11oZBlVccRzWCheck the website for more info, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] has a new band: SUBVERSIVE INTENT. Listen to it here or wherever you stream music:rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentListen to Kev’s band here or wherever you stream music:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvationIntro track: House ArrestOutro track: Primitive ImpulseSCARAB photo: Danielle DombrowskiSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we’re diving deep on the first wave of hardcore from mainland Europe. We bracketed out the best 32 7"s of the era/region and we're smashing our way through the first round of the tournament. Anti-Cimex, Terveet Kadet, Wretched, Riistetyt, Negazione, Kaaos, etc. Did we include Vorkriegsphase AND Vorkriegsjugend? Why yes, yes we did.Playlist:https://youtu.be/aDiD0WtFLHcListen to all the records:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTelYRGBafdh_1LQt2YZ5BGt3TriXntP8Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] has a new band: SUBVERSIVE INTENT. Listen to it here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qzWK0YGECEphQt9pGnFF4?si=9IjaGLC3T_aDIvky6hEIzQhttps://music.apple.com/ca/album/demo-ep/1823370186rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentListen to Kev’s band:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvationGo to https://sorrystaterecords.com to bolster your record collection and subscribe to the EXCELLENT newsletter. Intro: Upright CitizensOutro: Heimat-losSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore - reunion bands, Ayucaba, Blood For Blood, Prisoner Abuse, Olho Seco, and more. Jesse Standhard joins me for the interview.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] the Ayucaba LP here: https://educacioncinica.bandcamp.com/album/operaci-n-masacreZack has a new band: SUBVERSIVE INTENT. Listen to it here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qzWK0YGECEphQt9pGnFF4?si=9IjaGLC3T_aDIvky6hEIzQhttps://music.apple.com/ca/album/demo-ep/1823370186rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentSupport Kev's band:https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvationhttps://www.instagram.com/falsesalvationhc/Intro: Olho SecoOutro: AyucabaSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're heading to Chicago. From the punk nights at La Mere Vipere in 1977 to the birth of hardcore, Touch and Go, Victory Records, Crudos, and up through modern day. Dan Sant, Rob Moran, and Anthony Pappalardo join me to dive deep into one of the best cities for punk and hardcore.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] has a new band: SUBVERSIVE INTENT. Listen to it here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qzWK0YGECEphQt9pGnFF4?si=9IjaGLC3T_aDIvky6hEIzQhttps://music.apple.com/ca/album/demo-ep/1823370186rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentIntro: Articles of FaithOutro: Gas RagSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore.- Trivia: Dan Sant (Champ) vs. Kevin Hare (Challenger)- New Music- Scarab Burn After Listening LP- Poison Idea We Must Burn LP- Best Japanese Hardcore EP 1981-1985 FINAL FOUR & FINALS- Hardest 1990s Demo FINAL FOUR & FINALS- Interview: Johnny Kelly (Urban Waste)Zack has a new band: SUBVERSIVE INTENTListen to it here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qzWK0YGECEphQt9pGnFF4?si=9IjaGLC3T_aDIvky6hEIzQhttps://music.apple.com/ca/album/demo-ep/1823370186rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] music: The ClaySupport the show

We're back talking punk and hardcore. This time we're going way back to almost the beginning, 1978. You know what that means: The Misfits, The Germs, The Weirdos, The Buzzcocks, The Saints, The Bags, The Clash, The Zeros, The Pagans, etc. It's an all out THE assault.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] out Zack's band, SUBVERSIVE INTENT:https://camelclutchrecords.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demohttps://music.apple.com/us/album/demo-ep/1823370186https://open.spotify.com/album/5d7NaNwXOspPkPMYwOMeWj?si=KxD-XS2dRM-wbtZYeomNpABUY THE DEMO:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentIntro song: The PagansOutro song: The KidsSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. It's a beefy episode this week:1. Best hardcore punk releases from the first half of 2025 2. Hardest 1990s demo - sweet 16 and quarter finals 3. Interview: Dave Byrd (Striking Distance)Zack has a new band. Listen to it here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/3qzWK0YGECEphQt9pGnFF4?si=9IjaGLC3T_aDIvky6hEIzQhttps://music.apple.com/ca/album/demo-ep/1823370186rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/subversive-intent-demoBuy the demo:https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/product/subversive-intentCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] song: Subversive IntentOutro song: Cheap HeatSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we are diving into the hardcore punk compilation - a crucial component of '80s hardcore and a format that continues to be important today. From Beach Blvd, to Flex Your Head, to The Way It Is, to Only the Strong, to America's Hardcore...we're getting into it. Plus, what's the best side of the International P.E.A.C.E. Benefit Compilation - A, B, C, or D? Ones gotta go: Forever, Rebuilding, Murders Among Us, or Only The Strong. Mein Comp vs Sweet Vision, and more.100 Comps that tell the story of punk and hardcore: https://www.185milessouth.com/100compilationsCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.com185 Miles Of South of Somewhere compilation: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/185-miles-south-of-somewhere-an-international-hardcore-compilationGet at me: [email protected] song: Ill ReputeOutro song: Youth of TodaySupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. We're talking Punk Rock Bowling, the Punk Rock Museum, Beton Arme, Rixe and Inmates. We're whittling the 1981-1985 Japanese Hardcore Punk EP tournament from 16 down to four. You know what that means: Crow, Zouo, The Execute, The Clay, Lip Cream, Systematic Death, Ghoul, Outo, and more are all battling it out. Ray Harkins (100 Words or Less Podcast/Taken/Bloodguilt) joins me for the interview.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] art photo of Inmates: Sarja HasanIntro song: The ClayOutro song: GastunkSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're talking 2005, a killer year for HC. You know what that means: Blacklisted, 86 Mentality, Mental, Lights Out, Cold World, Ringworm, etc.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] song: Set To ExplodeOutro song: Wisdom in ChainsSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. 1. Are obi strips cool or nah? What does it mean when you have more merch than songs?2. Newerish music: Steroid, Hierarkin, Tarrega 91, Exploator, Ultimate Disaster, Bulls Shitt, G*U*N*N*3. Hardest '90s demo - round 1 part 2: Merauder, Darkside NYC, Cold As Life, NJ Bloodline, Denied, Krutch, DMIZE, Kickback, Dying Breed, Irate, E.Town Concrete, Everybody Gets Hurt, Freight Train, Fury of V, Hatebreed, Full Contact4. Old school: The Clitboys - We Dont Play The Game 7"5. Interview: Steve Bruce (Cock Sparrer)Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] track: The ClitboysOutro track: SteroidSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This week, we're diving deep into one of the greatest cities in America: San Diego, CA. It's a scene with deep roots that shaped punk and hardcore worldwide. It's also my current hometown. I'm joined by Dan Sant, Rob Moran, and Anthony Pappalardo to get into it.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] track: Take OffenseOutro track: House of SufferingBOS photo: @fugu_kapuSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: - Hardcore trivia- Newerish stuff: Dynamite, Tramadol, Total Con- Poison Idea - Blank Blackout Vacant LP- Best Japanese Hardcore EPs 1981-1985 - Opening Round Part 2- Interview: Vinnie Stigma (Agnostic Front)Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] Vinnie's book here: https://revhq.com/products/vinnie-stigma-the-most-interesting-man-in-the-world-bookIntro Song: Agnostic FrontOutro Song: Lip CreamSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This week, we're diving deep on two hyper specific pieces of the core: the first wave of Japanese hardcore EPs and the hardest '90s demo. We're bracketing out tournaments and kicking them off with the first half of the opening rounds.View the brackets here:https://www.185milessouth.com/tournamentCheck out the tunes here:Japanese EPs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QWN9ojqz9AHardest 90s demos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLTDQSfb8O8Japanese hardcore punk 81-85 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQH4qua8aP8Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] song: Gastunk "Shout"Closing song: Blood For Blood "Paper Gangster"Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore: Grand Scheme, Identity Shock, With Hate, Nisemono, Boston Strangler, Acme, Sozz, and more. Tommy Carroll from Straight Ahead joins us for the interview.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:https://185milessouth.comhttps://patreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:https://185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] Ahead photo: Bri HurleyIntro Song: Suicide EyesOutro Song: SozzSupport the show

We're back and talking Punk and Hardcore. This time we're going way back to maybe the beginning of this thing - 1979. You know what that means, we're talking Black Flag, Misfits, The Germs, Stiff Little Fingers, The Clash, and all the classics.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yMuhR3OWqpM9roK6NR4MC?si=912393d013b543b7orhttps://www.185milessouth.com/playlistsSupport the show

We're back and talking hardcore: The Massacred, Dead On Your Feet, Who Remembers, Rain On The Parade, Rancor, Disaster, Buried Alive, Trial, and more. Sergio from Amenity joins us for the interview.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.compatreon.com/185milessouthWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This week, I'm joined by Al Barile of SS Decontrol for a lengthy conversation. We get into early Boston hardcore, recording The Kids Will Have Their Say, who Al thinks played fast hardcore better, the shifting sound, playing California, and tons more. Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] SSD and X-Claim stuff: https://xclaim.bigcartel.comEpisode art photo: Philin PhlashInterview was conducted in December 2025.Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're talking the year 2010, a killer year for punk & hardcore. You know what that means: Rival Mob, Power Trip, Terror, Boston Strangler, Ceremony, Foundation, Mindset, Nails, and more.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] Mob photo: Gray MuncyIntro track: Free SpiritOutro track: Terror (Side by Side cover)Support the show

We're back and talking Hardcore. This week on the pod:1. FYA Fest report2. Newerish stuff: Just Us, Voltage, Walk Alone, Lifeless Dark3. Cut You Down: Bold - Speak Out LP4. Old School: The Varukers - Another Religion, Another War LP 5. Interview: Joe D. Foster (Unity/Ignite)Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] photo used for episode art: Fred HammerIntro track: UnityOutro track: The VarukersSupport the show

We're back and talking Hardcore. This time around we're talking the best Hardcore and Punk songs of 2024 and making playlists of them.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected]ög photo used for episode art: TEPPEI MIKIIntro track: En La MuerteOutro track: S.O.H.Support the show

It's that time of the year again where everyone serves up their wack lists that leave you wondering if the worlds gone mad. Well it has, but we got you covered with the best Hardcore Punk stuff of 2024. You know what that means: Alienator, Burning Lord, Lasso, Nails, SOH, Woodstock '99, Bayway, Collateral, Echo Chamber, Kriegshög, Speed, The Massacred, Face the Pain, Fatal Realm, Freeze Out, Hindsight, No Idols, The Next Level, Crush Your Soul, Rat Cage, Split System, Missing Link, Scarab, Torena, Chubby & The Gang, Haywire, High Vis, Lost Legion, The Chisel, Armor, Direct Threat, Problems, Thought Control, Simulakra, Punitive Damage, Invertebrates, Public Acid, and I'm sure a few more. We're giving out awards for best art, best riff, best breakdown, best production, best demo, best EP, best LP and more plus there are interviews with all of the winners.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] photo used for episode art: @vogonlaundromatIntro track: The MassacredOutro track: KriegshögSupport the show

We're back and talking Hardcore. This week on the pod:1. An annual check in on burning HC questions like Roir vs Rock For Light, Age Of Quarrel vs Victim In Pain, etc.2. Newerish stuff: Force (Belgium), Mystique (Singapore), Lexan (Ohio)3. Poison Idea - Feel The Darkness LP4. Trivia: Dan Sant (Champ) vs Bedge (Challenger)5. Interview: Jay Way (Bayway)Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] the Bayway EP: https://daze-style.com/collections/baywayBuy Feel The Darkness: https://tkorecords.bigcartel.com/product/poison-idea-feel-the-darkness-2xlp-2024-versionBayway photo used for episode art: Kevin O'Bryant (@kevoscope)Intro track: Poison IdeaOutro track: GastunkSupport the show

We're back and talking Hardcore.1. Recent show recap.2. Newerish stuff: The Next Level, Freeze Out, The Massacred, Mob 473. Top 5 Philadelphia Hardcore Records with Kevin Hare4. Interview: Nancy Barile on old school Philadelphia HardcoreCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] 185 Miles South of Somewhere Fanzine & Compilation + the False Salvation demo: https://rebirthrecords.bigcartel.com/Listen to Kevin's band: https://rebirthrecordsphl.bandcamp.com/album/false-salvationGet Nancy's book: https://revhq.com/products/nancy-barile-im-not-holding-your-coat-bookMob 47 photo used for episode art: George ArgyropoulosIntro track: Let DownOutro track: Raw DealSupport the show

We're back and talking Hardcore. This time around, we're looking back five years ago to 2019...a killer year for Punk and Hardcore. What held up? What are the best songs of the year? We're making playlists of the best 6 tracks of the year.You know what that means: Fury, Torso, Never Ending Game, Gel, Sunami, Restraining Order, Gulch, and more .Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] photo: @octaviomehhhSupport the show

Zack & Dan are joined by Graham Sayle of High Vis. We talk the new record, the old records, shows, sobriety, Knuckledust, NYHC, and more.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] the new High Vis LP here: https://www.daisrecords.com/products/high-vis-guided-tourEpisode art photo: Oscar RodriguezSupport the show

We're back and talking Hardcore. 1. Trivia: Dan vs. Itow 2. Big Frank and Paul Cripple3. Newerish stuff: Hindsight Demo '24, One Scene Unity Volume 4, Steamroll Demo '244. Old school: Poison Idea - Get Loaded and... 12"5. Interview: Chubby & The GangCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack (sometimes) writing about Punk and Hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] art photo: JAKE LEWISSupport the show

We are going way back and talking about the best Punk and Hardcore songs of 1980. You know what that means: Bad Brains, Discharge, UK Subs, Black Flag, The Wipers, The Ramones, The Dead Kennedys, Circle Jerks, and tons more of the greatest music in the history of the world.Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] the show

I'm joined by Todd Jones (Nails) and Anthony Pappalardo (In My Eyes) and we're talking hardcore:- Nails - Every Bridge Burning LP- Prop 4-1 Compilation- 185 Miles South of Somewhere scene report fanzine/compilation- Thought Control - Sick And Tired Of The Talking Heads 7"- Fatal Realm Demo- Cutdown - To The Grave 12"Then I'm joined by Daniel from Sorry State Records/Scarecrow who presents us with a starter kit on Italian hardcore. You know what that means...we're talking Raw Power, Wretched, Indigesti, Negazione, CCM, and maybe the band you "what about.." (but probably not). STARTER KIT PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTelYRGBafdg4DVxoLkFy9q580NeUlsPz&si=IkWRoebH1a0G4C3KAll that plus a breaking news report from 185 correspondent Ben Merlis AKA Ben Edge AKA BedgeCheck the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] Buy the Nails LP: https://shop.nuclearblast.com/products/nails-every-bridge-burningBuy the Prop 4-1 comp: https://www.recordgrouch.com/shop-1/p/prop-4-1Buy the Thought Control 7"/EP: https://www.sorrystaterecords.com/products/thought-control-sick-tired-of-the-talking-heads-7https://demolisten.bigcartel.com/product/thought-control-sick-tired-of-the-talking-heads-cassetteBuy the Fatal Realm demo: https://fatalrealm.bandcamp.com/album/demoBuy the Cutdown 12": https://www.schemehardcore.com/product/sch11Buy that Declino/Negazione split cassette: https://www.sorrystaterecords.com/products/negazione-declino-mucchio-selvaggio-cassetteHARDCORE LIVES!Support the show

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're talking 2003. You know what that means: The Suicide File, Mental, Righteous Jams, Madball, Internal Affairs, Direct Control, Terror and all the best songs the year had to offer. Check the website for playlists, our links, and SMASH that Patreon button:185milessouth.comWe are on Substack writing about punk and hardcore:185milessouth.substack.comGet at me: [email protected] Support the show