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Alternative Tentacles Batcast
by Alternative Tentacles Records
The official podcast for Alternative Tentacles Records and Jello Biafra. As one of the most legendary independent labels in the world, Alternative Tentacles remains a vital and abundant source of punk rock, hardcore, spoken word artistry and a wealth of other genres. Founded in 1979 by then-Dead Kennedys frontman and outspoken provocateur Jello Biafra, A.T. has never shied away from embracing both the radical and the experimental, serving to expand the world's idea of what constitutes punk.
Episodes
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Exit Interview Spotlight: Freya Yamamoto
Freya Yamamoto has stepped down from her role as general manager of Alternative Tentacles Records. Through the use of dark arts, Tsunami Bomb's Dominic Davi summons her back to take a look back at her time with Alternative Tentacles Records. We cover what she loved, what she didn't about being…
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Introducing Alex Botkin, General Manager of Alternative Tentacles Records
Join us as we welcome the new General Manager, Alex Botkin as he sits down with Tsunami Bomb's Dominic Davi to talk about his background working and managing the legendary Gilman St. Project and his own label, Lavasocks Records. How he's handling taking over for former GM Freya Yamamoto, and what...
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Alternative Tentacles Demo Derby Vol. 2
Our Marketing Director, Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves). sits down with Shipping Ninja Michael Cook (Moms With Bangs) and for the first time, new General Manager Alex Botkin for the long awaited second episode of our DEMO DERBY series! They listen to new band submissions for the very…
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Between Two Bassists: Michael Cook (Moms With Bangs) & Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb)
They're not just artists on the label, they are also members of the staff! Michael Cook, bassist for Moms With Bangs and part of the customer service and shipping team at Alternative Tentacles sits down with Dominic Davi, bassist for Tsunami Bomb and Marketing Director for the label. The discuss...
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Alternative Tentacles Demo Derby Vol. 1
It's the first episode of the Alternative Tentacles Demo Derby, and bATcast host Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves) is joined by AT GM Freya Yamamoto as they listen to new band submissions for the very first time, before forwarding them to Jello Biafra for review! Today we listen and…
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What Would Jello Do? Part 121: Mad King Donnie Trump Amok & A Bridge Too Far
On this episode of What Would Jello Do?, Jello addresses Trump's bombing of Iran, and what the consequences might be. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word series by Jello Biafra on the Alternative Tentacles Records YouTube channel. Like and subscribe for more! Jello Biafra's Renegade...
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MAKING RECORDS!
Alternative Tentacles Records General Manager Freya Yamamoto sits down with bATcast host, Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) to continue their discussion about what goes on behind the scenes of Alternative Tentacles. This week they dive into the actual process of making records. From the mastering...
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Voodoo 5 (Skip Heller & Lena Marie Cardinale) & "Moon Over Marin/El Tecolote / Fire Dance"
xotica has come to Alternative Tentacles! Get your search engines ready, the references go deep with this one! Tsunami Bomb's Dominic Davi sits down with composer/guitarist Skip Heller (producer to/protege of Robert Drasnin, orchestrator for Elisabeth Waldo, bandleader for Yma Sumac) & vocalist...
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THE HUNT FOR OLD RELEASES (OR HOW TO REPRESS RECORDS WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND)
THIS WAS NOT THE EPISODE WE PLANNED! bATcast host/Marketing Director Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) sits down with A.T. General Manager Freya Yamamoto, and end up peeling back the curtain and discussing the effort it takes to track down all the different elements for old albums for new release on...
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Ani Kyd Wolf & "The Last Steps of Man-Unkind"
This episode of the Alternative Tentacles bATcast features none other than the legendary Ani Kyd Wolf! Musician, actress, filmmaker, and... Private Eye? Ani sits down with host Dominic Davi (of Tsunami Bomb) to talk about her new album, "The Last Steps of Man-Unkind", how she started working with...
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Redshift & "Chaos As Planned"
Redshift, the new dark hardcore surf band from the mind of bassist Mike Catts, drummer Adam Gross, and the guitar and vocals of the legendary Vic Bondi (Articles of Faith/Dead Ending) has dropped a brand new album on Alternative Tentacles Records, "Chaos As Planned"! To celebrate that, the band…
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Jon Weisnewski of Sandrider
Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves) is back to host another episode as he sits down with SANDRIDER's vocalist/guitarist Jon Weisnewski to talk about how the band came to be in the wake of Jon's former band, AKIMBO. Where their sound comes from, the story behind their music, their art, and…
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What Would Jello Do? Part 120: Joe Biden's Final Act
On this episode of What Would Jello Do?, Jello continues from his last WWJD and gives his thoughts on what Joe Biden's final act should be. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word series by Jello Biafra on the Alternative Tentacles Records YouTube channel:...
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What Would Jello Do? Part 119: Sign the 28th Amendment to the Constitution Joe!
Joe Biden is on his way out... what can he do before he goes? Pick up a pen and sign the 28th Amendment to the Constitution that's what. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word series by Jello Biafra on the Alternative Tentacles Records YouTube channel:...
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Gregg Deal from Dead Pioneers
Host Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) sits down with the newest member of the Alternative Tentacles family, Gregg Deal! Vocalist for the Colorado based Dead Pioneers, Gregg is also a multi-disciplinary artist, activist, and "disruptor." Through his paintings, murals, performance work, filmmaking…
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Exploring Digital Only Releases on Alternative Tentacles Records
Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) walks through some of the Digital-Only releases on Alternative Tentacles and showcases songs from Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School of Medicine, The November 3, Spank Machine, Ani Kyd Wolf, Fish Karama and/or The DErailleurs, and Pachinko!
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Rocky Mountain TentacleFEST Recap
Host Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) talks about the recent Rocky Mountain TentacleFEST Alternative Tentacles Records put on on Friday, August 30ths at Levitt Pavilion in Denver, CO and plays songs by Dead Pioneers, Wheelchair Sports Camp, Kultur Shock, and a brand new track from his own band Tsunami...
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WHAT WOULD JELLO DO? PART 117: DEMOCRAT STRATEGY
In this episode of WWJD, Jello talks about what the Democratic Party, mostly what Joe Biden, needs to do if they want a chance at winning in November. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word series by Jello Biafra on the Alternative Tentacles Records YouTube channel:...
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THE DARTS "BOOMERANG"
Tsunami Bomb's Dominic Davi sits down with The Darts vocalist/keyboardist Nicole Laurenne and bassist Christina Nunez to talk about their new album "Boomerang", what it's like to be on Alternative Tentacles, working with Jello Biafra, touring forever, an upcoming NEW release with Tsunami Bomb…
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What is Going On? - Alternative Tentacles Update with DOMINIC DAVI
Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb) sits down to review the last few months of Alternative Tentacles Records! Talking about the launch of the new website, the new Patreon, Krampus Night 2023, the state of represses, and new releases the label has been involved in. Hear tracks from ArnoCorps, NomeansNo,...
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Freya Hausman - General Manager of Alternative Tentacles Records
This week Dominic Davi (Tsunami Bomb, Loud Graves) sits down with the new General Manager of Alternative Tentacles Records, Freya Hausman. They talk about how Feya got started as an intern at A.T. years ago, running her own label, interviewing with Jello Biafra, and taking over the label. They…
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The Return of The bATcast with Dominic Davi
Dominic Davi (bassist for Tsunami Bomb) returns to the bATcast after a long absence, to give you the lastest news on all things Alternative Tentacles Records! He answers questions submitted by fans from the facebook group that cover when particular records are coming out, the status of the 7"…
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VINYL-GEDDON
In this episode of the Alternative Tentacles bATcast, Kevin None and Dominic Davi (from Tsunami Bomb) return to spin records and answer your questions about AT! Track Listing: Legendary Shack Shakers "God Forsaken Town" CockadoodleDeux…
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Alternative Tentacles Radio: Spring 2022
THE RETURN OF AT RADIO! Give your day a background soundtrack as DJ Kevin None & DJ Nina spin records from the AT catalog in this very special Spring Sale themed episode!
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What Would Jello Do? Part 102: The Trucker Protests
On the latest episode of What Would Jello Do?, Jello looks at the recent Trucker Protests. Talking about a few points that the media hasn't been mentioning enough. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit...
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Alternative Tentacles Update 2022
Dominic Davi, Kevin None, and Nina sit down and play tracks from the latest releases from Alternative Tentacles Records artists, Spindrift, Legendary Shack Shakers, Itchy-O, and more! They also answer live questions from listeners!
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What Would Jello Do? Part 101: THE ROTTENHOLE VERDICT
Jello Biafra discusses concerns regarding the recent Kyle Rittenhouse verdict. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 100: The Great Betrayal (part 4)
In Jello Biafra's 100th episode of "What Would Jello Do?" he concludes his 4 part series on The Great Betrayal in Afghanistan. A must listen. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 99: The Great Betrayal (part 3)
Part 3 in a series with Jello Biafra discussing "The Great Betrayal" in Afghanistan. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 98: The Great Betrayal (part 2)
Part 2 in a series with Jello Biafra discussing "The Great Betrayal" in Afghanistan. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 97: The Great Betrayal (part 1)
Joe Biden has pulled American Troops out of Afghanistan. While Americans did need to leave, what are the implications of this decision and how much did "The Blob" influence the way this was brought about? What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more...
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What Would Jello Do? Part 96: Texas
With the Supreme Court allowing the Texas Abortion law to go in effect while it's legality is still being debated, this has huge implications across the board for women, and for us all. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello...
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Jello Biafra - The First Great Betrayal
"This isn't our first "Great Betrayal" of Afghanistan. We did it in the 1990's too!" - Jello Biafra In the wake of the United States' complete withdrawal from Afghanistan, we ask you to step back to 2002, and Jello Biafra's classic spoken word album, Virus 290 "Machine Gun In The Clown's Hand"....
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What Would Jello Do? Part 95: The California Recall
There are ballots arriving in mailboxes all over California this week, to consider the fate of Governor Gavin Newscum. However what happens if he is removed from office? Is the outcome far worse? How does Dianne Feinstein play into all this? What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video...
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"Where's My Order?" - Update on the Spring Sale orders!
The AT staff pulls back the curtain on the bATcave, and gives updates on what has delayed some of the orders from the Spring Sale. We also learn about Pi_Pi! Songs played: Jello Biafra & The Guantanamo School Of Medine "Blunder Blubber" Tsunami Bomb "The Lullaby For The End Of The World" The…
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Guantanamo School Of Medicine - Tea Party Revenge Porn Interview
Alternative Tentacles own Anne-Marie Anderson, sits down with her old friends Ralph Spright, Larry Boothroyd, and Jason Willer... collectively known as Guantanamo School of Medicine (with Jello Biafra). They talk about the new album, "Tea Party Revenge Porn" and just what it's like to be in a…
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What Would Jello Do? Part 92: THE RETURN OF MASS SHOOTINGS
Mass shootings are back with a vengeance. Jello examines the causes of these shootings and what we should do about it. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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$10 LP SALE SPECIAL
Kevin None continues his journey through the Alternative Tentacles discography, this time focusing on some of the LPs that will be for sale this weekend in our online store!
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$1 CD SALE SPECIAL
Kevin None returns to highlight some choice cuts from the Alternative Tentacles discography, and give you some ideas of what CDs to pick up from the upcoming sale this weekend (or any time)! Some great tracks played on this one.
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Jello Biafra - Tea Party Revenge Porn (Part 3)
Jello Biafra sits down with longtime friend Jesse Lucious (former frontman for Blatz, The Criminals, & The Pathogens), for his radio show "Losin It with Jesse Lucious on MMH Radio in the United Kingdom to talk about the new album, "Tea Party Revenge Porn" from Jello Biafra and The Guantanamo…
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Jello Biafra - Tea Party Revenge Porn (Part 2)
Jello Biafra sits down with longtime friend Jesse Lucious (former frontman for Blatz, The Criminals, & The Pathogens), for his radio show "Losin It with Jesse Lucious on MMH Radio in the United Kingdom to talk about the new album, "Tea Party Revenge Porn" from Jello Biafra and The Guantanamo…
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Jello Biafra - Tea Party Revenge Porn (Part 1)
Jello Biafra sits down with longtime friend Jesse Lucious (former frontman for Blatz, The Criminals, & The Pathogens), for his radio show "Losin It with Jesse Lucious on MMH Radio in the United Kingdom to talk about the new album, "Tea Party Revenge Porn" from Jello Biafra and The Guantanamo…
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What Would Jello Do? Part 89: Capital Riots & Where To Go From Here
Jello Biafra discusses the recent Capital riots and where we should go from here. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 88: What Joe Biden Should Do Now
Since we are on the subject of Joe Biden, here are a few suggestions on things he could start doing right now. Before he takes office on January 20th, in order to get things moving in the right direction. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more...
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What Would Jello Do? Part 87: What Biden Should Do On January 20th
Everyone is so excited about Biden! We shall see. A few suggestions on how Biden can actually change some things for the better as soon as he becomes president on January 20th. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra…
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What Would Jello Do? Part 86: Protect The Vote
Jello Biafra looks at what the Trump led Republicans are preparing to do to make voting as difficult as possible and steal this election. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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What Would Jello Do? Part 85: Vote Defense!
Live from his new hidden office, Jello Biafra address Trump's recent comments regarding Proud Boys and how we can keep everyone safe when voting in November. What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit...
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Jello Biafra & Greg Palast
Two great voices from Alternative Tentacles: Greg Palast, author and investigative journalist whose credits include the BBC and The Guardian, and whose recent book "How Trump Stole 2020" sits down with Jello Biafra for a fantastic discussion. Huge thank you to Greg Palast for allowing us to use...
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Interview with Jeff Dean of Dead Ending
In a segment now called "Between Two Bassists", Christina Madcap bassist of The Darts and Dominic Davi bassist of Tsunami Bomb, sit down with Jeff Dean! Guitarist for Dead Ending who have just released their latest EP, "American Virus"! They share stories about the formation of Dead Ending, how...
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What Would Jello Do? Part 84: Rushmore Envy
Things are getting weirder and weirder, Trump amok actually asked the governor of South Dakota about getting his face on Mount Rushmore... What Would Jello Do? is an informal spoken word video series by Jello Biafra. For more information on Jello Biafra, visit https://alternativetentacles.com
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The official podcast for Alternative Tentacles Records and Jello Biafra. As one of the most legendary independent labels in the world, Alternative Tentacles remains a vital and abundant source of punk rock, hardcore, spoken word artistry and a wealth of other genres. Founded in 1979 by then-Dead Kennedys frontman and outspoken provocateur Jello Biafra, A.T. has never shied away from embracing both the radical and the experimental, serving to expand the world's idea of what constitutes punk.
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