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This Was The Scene Podcast

by Mike Doyle

The Podcast about the Late 90s/Early 2000s Punk Scene with host, Mike Doyle from Lanemeyer | IG - @thiswasthescene | [email protected]

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  1. Ep. 291: No Motiv w/ Roger Camero

    Follow my Instagram Join my Street Team! Give me money on my Patreon No Motiv is a punk rock band from Oxnard, California, that emerged from the Southern California scene in the mid-1990s. Known for blending melodic punk, post-hardcore, and emotionally charged songwriting, the band built a loyal...

  2. Ep. 290: The Copyrights w/ Adam Fletcher

    Follow my Instagram Join my Street Team! Give me money on my Patreon The Copyrights are a punk rock band from Carbondale, Illinois, known for their fast, melodic sound and sharp, hook-heavy songwriting. Formed in 2002, the band draws heavily from the classic pop-punk tradition of bands like...

  3. Ep. 289: Gatsbys American Dream w/ Nic Newsham

    Follow my Instagram Join my Street Team! Give me money on my Patreon Gatsbys American Dream is a Seattle-based rock band known for blending pop-punk, post-hardcore, progressive rock, and emo into a sound that rarely stays in one lane. Formed in the early 2000s, the band built a devoted following...

  4. Ep. 288: mae w/ Zach Gehring

    Follow my Instagram Join my Street Team! Give me money on my Patreon Mae is an American alternative rock and emo band formed in Norfolk, Virginia, in 2001. Known for their melodic songwriting, atmospheric sound, and uplifting lyrics, they became a standout act in the mid-2000s emo scene with…

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  5. Ep. 287: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead w/ Conrad Keely & Jason Reece

    Follow my Instagram Join my Street Team! Give me money on my Patreon …And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead formed in Austin, Texas in the mid-'90s, led by longtime creative partners Conrad Keely and Jason Reece. The band quickly became known for explosive live shows, smashed gear, instrument...

  6. Ep. 286: Senses Fail w/ Mike Glita

    Go follow my new podcast 2 Dudes 1 Scene Podcast with Dana Bollen. And follow my IG @thiswasthescene Senses Fail emerged from New Jersey in 2002 and became one of the defining bands of the 2000s post hardcore and emo scene. Known for blending melodic hooks with aggressive instrumentation, the…

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  7. Ep. 285: Small Towns Burn A Little Slower w/ Danny Wolf & Ryan Traster

    Go follow my new podcast 2 Dudes 1 Scene Podcast with Dan Bollen. And follow my IG @thiswasthescene Small Towns Burn a Little Slower was a Minneapolis/St. Paul band that blended emo, indie rock, and pop punk into a sound that felt both melodic and emotionally raw. Formed in 2002, they quickly…

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  8. Ep. 284: The Early November w/ Jeff Kummer

    Support this over on Patreon Follow the instagram If you live north of Boston, on the North Shore, in Southern New Hampshire, or Maine, meet Joyleaf Interiors. Your home shouldn't look like a furniture showroom. It should look like you. Whether it's a vinyl collection you've spent years building,...

  9. Ep. 283: Houston Calls Pt. 2 w/ Chitty

    Support this over on Patreon Follow the instagram This is part 2 from last week's episode which you can find wherever you podcast :) And here are the rest of the things Chitty and I chat about: How was it being on Drive Thru Records Mark Hoppus wanting to produce their record Touring with Day At...

  10. Ep. 282: Houston Calls Pt. 1 w/ Chitty

    Support this over on Patreon Follow the instagram Formed in New Jersey in the late 1990s, Houston Calls blended pop punk energy with catchy melodies and heartfelt songwriting. The band quickly built a loyal following through relentless touring and a string of well-received releases. Their sound...

  11. Ep. 281: The Mimsies w/ Casey Castille

    The Mimsies were an underground band associated with the late 1990s and early 2000s DIY music scene. Their sound combined straightforward melodic elements with a raw, unpolished style typical of independent releases from that era. While they did not achieve widespread commercial success, they...

  12. Ep. 280: The Bombpops w/ Jen Razavi

    The The Bombpops are a San Diego punk band known for blending fast, melodic riffs with emotionally honest lyrics. Fronted by Jen Razavi and Poli van Dam, their dual vocals give their songs a raw, conversational energy. They gained recognition through releases on Fat Wreck Chords, the iconic label...

  13. Ep. 279: Matt Allison

    Follow my instagram Matt Allison is a Chicago-based music producer known for capturing the raw, unpolished energy of punk, emo, and indie bands without sanding off their personality. Working out of his Atlas Studios, he's helped shape records for bands like Alkaline Trio, The Lawrence Arms, and…

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  14. Ep. 278: Student Rick w/ Adam Reiter

    Follow my Instagram here Student Rick was an emo band from South Bend, Indiana. They gained recognition for their song "Falling for You," featured on Soundtrack for a Generation and included in the video games Aggressive Inline and Amped 2. The song was often misattributed online to bands like...

  15. Ep. 277: Tsunami Bomb w/ Dominic Davi

    Click here to sign up for Patreon B-Sides Formed in late 90s Northern California, Tsunami Bomb stood out immediately, blending sharp lyrics, melodic hooks, keyboards as a true lead instrument, and dual female vocals into a sound that mixed punk urgency with pop instincts and a darker edge. Early...

  16. Ep. 276: Junction 18 w/ Chris Kelley

    Click here for b-sides of interviews Junction 18 toured relentlessly across the U.S. and Canada alongside bands like New Found Glory, Midtown, Hot Rod Circuit, and Simple Plan, carving out a loyal following in the early 2000s scene. After appearing on the Vans Warped Tour, they signed with…

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  17. Ep. 275: Circa Survive w/ Colin Frangicetto

    Support my new Pareon B-Sides Tier by clicking here Circa Survive was an American rock band formed in Philadelphia in 2004 by vocalist Anthony Green and guitarist Colin Frangicetto, later joined by Brendan Ekstrom, Nick Beard, and Steve Clifford. Green was previously the frontman of Saosin,...

  18. Ep. 274: Over It w/ Peter Munters

    Over It were a pop-punk outfit that emerged in 1998 from Alexandria, Virginia and later planted roots in Orange County, California. With high-energy hooks and relentless touring through the early 2000s, they carved out a place for themselves on the independent scene with albums like The Ready...

  19. Ep. 273: Grade w/ Greg Taylor

    Grade were a key part of Victory Records' late-90s surge, blending hardcore intensity with emotional depth and forward-leaning songwriting. Their music felt restless and urgent, pushing beyond genre lines without losing the raw energy that defined the scene. Releases like Under the Radar and...

  20. Ep. 272: Avery w/ Nina Saporta and Janet LaBelle

    Avery is a pop-punk band that started in the NJ music scene in 1999. What started as just Nina on bass and Janet singing while playing drums, evolved over the years, with Jess coming on as guitarist, Janet moving up to vocals and keys, and Mike joining on drums. Over the next 10+ years, Avery...

  21. Ep. 271: Chooch w/ David Prokell

    Chooch were a 5 piece power punk group from Pittsburgh. Debut ep recorded in 1997, group disbanded a couple years later with a brief reunion in 2002 Alice Cooper Having 2 bass players The Electric Banana Pollen The Rockin A Tard Place Compilation My Pal Trigger The Kevin Seconds show Ryan Greene...

  22. Ep. 270: Rye Coalition w/ Ralph Cuseglio

    Rye Coalition came out of Jersey City in the early nineties and quickly built a reputation as one of the most fearless and inventive bands in the post-hardcore world. They toured with heavyweights like Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, and The (International) Noise Conspiracy, earned praise...

  23. Ep. 269: Sleepytime Trio w/ Drew Ringo

    Sleepytime Trio formed in 1995 in Harrisonburg, Virginia, originally as a side project of Maximillian Colby. Known for their volatile, emotional sound and chaotic live shows, they quickly became a defining force in the late 90s post-hardcore scene, sharing stages with bands like Hot Water Music,...

  24. Ep. 268: Park w/ Ladd Mitchell

    Park was an emo/indie rock band from Springfield, Illinois, active primarily in the late '90s and 2000s. Known for their heartfelt lyrics, melodic guitar work, and driving rhythms, they gained a loyal underground following with albums like No Signal and It Won't Snow Where You're Going. Though…

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  25. Ep. 267: Hamilton St Cafe & Stage w/ Adam Toris

    Hamilton St Cafe & Stage in Bound Brook, NJ was a beloved hybrid venue that blended a cozy café atmosphere with an intimate stage for live music. Throughout the early 2000s, it became a cultural hub for local and touring punk, indie, and alternative acts, fostering a tight-knit community. Though…

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  26. Ep. 266: From Indian Lakes w/ Joey Vannucchi

    From Indian Lakes is an American indie rock band formed in 2009. The band's sound generally incorporates elements of pop, acoustic, emo, shoegaze, and rock creating a distinctive blend that has earned them a dedicated following. They recently released their album "HEAD VOID" and continue to tour,...

  27. Ep. 265: White Kaps w/ K.C. Maddox

    Go follow my Instagram Support here White Kaps were a Southern California punk band known for their surf-punk energy, goofy humor, and rowdy live shows. They released several records through Fearless Records in the mid-'90s, standing out with songs that mixed skate culture, beach vibes, and...

  28. Ep. 264: Hunter Gatherer w/ Matthew Palmerlee

    Hunter Gatherer carved out a niche in Athens between approximately 1997 and 2004, folding into the post‑hardcore and emocore wave that was surging at that time. Their music drew equally from punk's intensity and emo's emotive melodies—yet with a poppier, hook-oriented bent, making their sound…

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  29. Ep. 263: As Tall As Lions w/ Julio Tavarez

    As Tall As Lions was an atmospheric indie rock band from Long Island, blending ethereal soundscapes with soulful vocals and intricate musicianship. Known for their emotionally rich lyrics and dynamic live performances, the band gained a devoted following with albums like You Can't Take It With…

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  30. Ep. 262: Houseboy w/ Brett Friesen & Ace Cowden

    Houseboy was a Chicago-based pop‑punk/emo outfit that emerged in the mid‑1990s, co-founded by Brett Friesen (drums) and Ace Cowden (vocals/guitar) along with Daniel Garcia and Thom Lemke discogs.com +7 last.fm +7 skatepunkers.fandom.com +7 . Known for their high‑energy live shows—often opening…

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  31. Ep. 261: Moving Mountains w/ Greg Dunn & Nicholas Pizzolato

    Support the podcast for $1 on Patreon Follow on Instagram Moving Mountains is an American indie rock band known for blending post-rock ambiance with emo and post-hardcore intensity. Emerging from New York in 2005, they gained a devoted following with emotionally driven albums like Pneuma and…

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  32. Ep. 260: Day at the Fair w/ Robert J. Heiner

    Day at the Fair was a New Jersey-based pop punk band that gained attention in the early 2000s with their emotionally charged lyrics and catchy, melodic hooks. Best known for their 2005 album The Rocking Chair Years, the band blended heartfelt storytelling with energetic, anthemic soundscapes....

  33. Ep. 259: GOB w/ Steven Fairweather

    Go follow my IG @thiswasthescene Gob is a Canadian punk rock band formed in 1993 in Langley, British Columbia, known for their high-energy sound and catchy melodies. They gained mainstream success in the early 2000s with hits like "I Hear You Calling" and "Give Up the Grudge," blending skate-punk...

  34. Ep. 258: Useless ID w/ Yotam Ben-Horin

    Click here for my patreon Click here to donate Useless ID is a punk rock band from Haifa, Israel, known for blending melodic hardcore with emotionally charged lyrics. Formed in 1994, they gained international attention after signing with Kung Fu Records and collaborating with bands like The…

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  35. Ep. 257: American Steel w/ Scott Healy

    Click here to support the podcast American Steel is an influential punk rock band from Oakland, California, formed in 1995 by Rory Henderson and Ryan Massey. Known for blending melodic punk with elements of hardcore and folk influences, the group released notable albums like "Rogue's March" and...

  36. Ep. 256: The Aquabats w/ Ricky Falomir

    Support the podcast by buying me a beer at my favorite vinyl shop The Aquabats are an American rock band formed in 1994 in Orange County, California, known for their distinctive superhero personas and costumes. They blend elements of ska, punk, and new wave music with humorous lyrics and…

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  37. Ep. 255: Two Week Notice Podcast w/ Dana Bollen

    Click for sponsorship rates starting as low as $20 Support through paypal for $1/month Dana Bollen is a podcaster, tour manager, merch guy, cow beller, and a ton more. You may have seen him around the country when he was selling merch for Story so Far, Piebald, UnEarth, This is a different format...

  38. Ep. 254: The Junior Varsity w/ Nick Dodson

    AD: Zink Modern Tattooing in Butler, NJ, 503 Main St. M-F 11-7 Sat 11-5 (walkins are welcome) is a cutting-edge tattoo studio that blends professional artistry with a punk rock spirit, boasting over 91 years of combined artist experience. With a roster of talented artists who have worked with...

  39. Ep. 253: REPOST Jejune w/ Joe Guevara

    This is a REPOST of Episode 203 with Joe from Jejune. Below is a recap of what we chatted about: Being roommates with the President of Geffin Records Dropping out of Berklee Rama from Big Wheel Staying in touch with Jim from Jimmy Eat World Will they ever have a reunion show The split with Jimmy...

  40. Ep. 252: Assorted Jelly Beans w/ Wylie Johnson

    Assorted Jelly Beans was a high-energy ska-punk band from Riverside, California, known for their fast-paced, raw sound blending ska, punk, and hardcore influences. Formed in the mid-'90s, they gained recognition through their association with Kung Fu Records, co-founded by Joe Escalante of The...

  41. Ep. 251: Sparta w/ Jim Ward

    Sparta is an American post-hardcore band from El Paso, Texas, formed in 2001 by former members of At the Drive-In, including Jim Ward. Known for their melodic yet aggressive sound, the band released influential albums like Wiretap Scars (2002) and Porcelain (2004), Threes (2006), Trust the River...

  42. Ep. 250: Polar Bear Club w/ Jimmy Stadt

    Polar Bear Club was a post-hardcore/melodic punk band from upstate New York. They were active mostly from the mid-2000s to around 2015. Their sound was a mix of gruff, emotional vocals with melodic yet aggressive instrumentals. They released albums on Triple Crown Records, Bridge Nine Records and...

  43. Ep. 249: Codeseven w/ Jon Tuttle

    Codeseven was an influential post-hardcore band from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. They started in the mid-1990s and evolved their sound significantly over time. Early in their career, they leaned heavily into metalcore, but as they progressed, their style shifted towards a more melodic,...

  44. Ep. 248: The Blood Brothers w/ Jordan Blilie

    The Blood Brothers were an American post-hardcore band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1997. Known for their chaotic, high-energy sound and distinctive dual-vocal style, they blended elements of punk, screamo, and experimental rock. Their music often featured frenetic rhythms, abrasive guitars,...

  45. Ep. 247: Panic Division w/ Colton Holliday

    Panic Division is an electronic rock band founded by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Colton Holliday in San Antonio, Texas. Known for blending electronic soundscapes with rock and pop influences, the band creates a polished, emotionally resonant sound. Their discography includes standout…

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  46. Ep. 246: Further Seems Forever w/ Steve Kleisath

    Further Seems Forever is a kick ass fucking band from Florida. They've put out 4 albums, The Moon is Down and Penny Black with Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional fame, How to start a fire with Jason Gleason, and Hide Nothing with Jon Bunch who was the singer of Sensefield. Thank you to…

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  47. Ep. 245: Arcade Academy w/ Sean Bergin

    Arcade Academy is my old band that I started after Lanemeyer. I decided to tell the story so I got one of my favorite dudes, Sean Bergin, on the Skype and this is what we chat about: Meeting Day At The Fair Joining Day At The Fair Getting kicked out of Day At The Fair Meeting each other at the...

  48. Ep. 244: Minus The Bear w/ Erin Tate

    Minus the Bear was an American indie rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 2001, and comprising members of Botch, Kill Sadie, and Sharks Keep Moving. Their sound was described as "Pele-esque guitar-taps and electronics with sophisticated time signature composition." They released six albums...

  49. Ep. 243: Victory Records w/ Paul Friemel

    Victory Records was a hardcore label based out of Chicago. According to their website it says following Concord's 2019 acquisition of Victory, Craft Recordings is now proudly managing the legendary genre-defining catalog. As the catalog division of Concord, Craft is working closely with Victory's...

  50. Ep. 242: Tokyo Rose w/ Ryan Dominguez

    Tokyo Rose is an indie rock band from New Brunswick, New Jersey. As of 2007 they have released 3 studio albums, and a short demo EP, whilst extensively changing their lineup over their 7 years of activity. Check out their show at Crossroads in Garwood, NJ w/ Day 19 & Mike Buscio on Friday, Nov.…

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