Harsh Truths Podcast

Episodes

1. 24

   Episode 24: Listener Q and A

   A few weeks ago Jay and I did a little Q&A based off some listener submissions. It was fun, and lighthearted, and I think that is the best way to send the podcast off on until its time to return from hiatus. I hope everyone enjoys. Thank you for listening. Until next time (and there… Continue...

   Oct 19, 2020
2. 23

   Episode 23: Michael Nine

   On our last interview episode before hiatus, Roman sits down with Michael Nine to discuss his pathway into experimental sound and performance and his experiences performing as DEATH SQUAD and beyond. You can support Michael directly at: mk9.org Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Listen Here

   Oct 10, 2020
3. 22

   Episode 22: Blessed Sacrifist

   If there’s any reason this podcast ever works properly, its probably because Jay of BLESSED SACRIFIST is losing his hair trying to correct Roman’s constant mistakes. From audio quality to finalizing every episode, Jay’s been the producer behind the host and the podcast for the last year. It…

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   Sep 29, 2020
4. 21

   Episode 21: John Wiese

   For almost 30 years now, John Wiese has been a prolific and profound artist within both the sound and visual arts, operating as a solo act and also within influential acts such as SISSY SPACEK and LHD. John sat down with Roman last October for a comprehensive look at his trajectory and the...

   Aug 22, 2020
5. 20

   Episode 20: Michael Kimaid

   In the first episode where the interview was recorded during the pandemic and with social distancing conditions, percussionist Michael Kimaid from the experimental group KBD joins us to talk about finding his way from a childhood drumset to a lifetime of experiences from punk, hardcore, and…

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   Aug 10, 2020
6. 19

   Episode 19: Knifedoutofexistence

   This month Roman is joined by the UK’s Dean Lloyd Robinson of KNIFEDOUTOFEXISTENCE. Shortly after completing a weekend tour of the No Coast USA, the conversation here captures us exploring Dean’s pathway into and throughout noise, the mental health struggles of being an artist, and more. An...

   Jul 11, 2020
7. 18

   Episode 18: Mike Shiflet

   April quarantines bring May… well, quarantines, but luckily this month we are joined by MIKE SHIFLET in a great discussion about punk and DIY ethos and how transformative those can be not only in the world of experimental music, but beyond. You can support Mike at: mikeshiflet.bandcamp.com Follow...

   May 10, 2020
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   Episode 17: Aaron Dilloway

   Does anyone in the world of noise really not know who AARON DILLOWAY is?! Probably not, and for good reason. Whether its his work as a member of WOLF EYES or on his own as a recording artist, or as the brain behind HANSON RECORDS as a label, distro, and brick and mortar shop, Aaron… Continue...

   Apr 22, 2020
9. 20

   Bonus Episode: Cremation Lily On “More Songs About Drowning”

   Zen Zsigo joins me again for a brief conversation about his new EP, “More Songs About Drowning” and was kind enough to put a delightful tape loop soundtrack behind it. You can support Cremation Lily at: cremationlily.bandcamp.com Follow us on Instagram: @harshtruthspodcast Support us monthly on...

   Mar 29, 2020
10. 16

    Episode 16: Rusalka

    This month’s guest is Kate Rissiek of RUSALKA, a harsh noise juggernaut going strong for over a decade. She joins us for a great discussion, on her work and experiences in the experimental community, so tune in and enjoy! You can support Rusalka via her website: http://rusalka.org Follow us on...

    Mar 19, 2020
11. 15

    Episode 15: Murderous Vision

    For over 25 years, Stephen Petrus of MURDEROUS VISION and LIVE BAIT RECORDING FOUNDATION has been a cornerstone of the Cleveland industrial scene, and this week we are diving into that history as a great friend and mentor of Roman's joins him.… Continue reading Episode 15: Murderous Vision →

    Feb 17, 2020
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    Episode 14: Being

    Our first guest of 2020 is Luke Tandy, owner of SKELETON DUST RECORDS, best known for his uncompromising harsh noise mastery as BEING and projects like HEAT SIGNATURE and ORGASMIC RESPONSE UNIT. Join us as we discuss Luke's trajectory through the world of experimental music!… Continue reading...

    Feb 1, 2020
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    Episode 13: Envenomist

    This month's guest is David Reed of ENVENOMIST, LUASA RAELON and 1/3 of NIGHTMARES. David and Roman discuss growing up in small-town Ohio and the winding search for the fringes that one can find themselves on for artistic and personal satisfaction in such environments. … Continue reading Episode...

    Dec 7, 2019
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    Episode 12: Unsustainable Social Condition

    Matt Purse of UNSUSTAINABLE SOCIAL CONDITION and OXEN RECORDS is our guest this month, and he and Roman cover his time in Japan, our opinions on the best formats in noise, and our experiences at this year's Summer Scum. An exciting episode! … Continue reading Episode 12: Unsustainable Social...

    Nov 3, 2019