DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support

This week on Scene Support, Scott sits down with Max Kozol, a Massachusetts-based promoter, sound tech, and junior talent buyer at The Middle East in Cambridge. Max talks about going from booking shows for her own band to helping build bills across Boston and Cambridge, including her work with Broken String, O’Brien’s Pub, Warehouse 11, and the wider DIY scene. The conversation digs into the realities of booking shows, supporting touring bands, building community, keeping scenes safe, learning through mistakes, and why hospitality, flexibility, and genuine care matter so much in underground music. Scott and Max also swap stories about tour chaos, backline disasters, band names, burnout, and the people who keep showing up to make DIY music happen.Broken String Booking IG⁠DCxPC Live Website⁠DCxPC Live IGDCxPC Live FBIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen - Struggling Artist Record Club 🔗 Subscribe for more episodes spotlighting the people who keep underground music alive.Scene Support is a podcast from DCxPC Live highlighting the promoters, artists, organizers, and behind-the-scenes workers who make DIY culture possible.

On this episode of Scene Support, Scott sits down with New York promoter, musician, and community builder Nathan “Nate” Harris. From his early days booking shows at Gussie’s Bar to co-founding Leg Drop Productions, working with Punk Island’s Sister Rosetta stage, and building momentum through Nate’s Show Booking, Nate has become a vital force in creating intentional, inclusive spaces in punk and hardcore. The conversation dives into how he curates mixed bills, supports touring bands, promotes shows, and keeps community at the center of everything he does. They also talk about all-ages spaces, learning to trust collaborators, balancing music with real life, and why kindness, empathy, and access matter just as much as the lineup itself. It’s a deep, honest look at the unseen work that keeps DIY culture alive.Nate Show Bookinghttps://www.instagram.com/natesshowbooking/https://www.instagram.com/maafahardcore/https://www.instagram.com/noweaponbkhc/https://www.instagram.com/lakelaniernyc/https://www.instagram.com/xtinguishthecodebxny_/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠🔗 Subscribe for more episodes spotlighting the people who keep underground music alive.Scene Support is a podcast from DCxPC Live highlighting the promoters, artists, organizers, and behind-the-scenes workers who make DIY culture possible.

In this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, Scott talks with Max and Zoe of Denounce Normalcy, a DIY Carolina booking collective helping build punk, hardcore, and psychedelic scenes in places that touring bands often skip. They talk about how they went from going to local shows to booking them, building community, making flyers and merch, and creating spaces where people can be themselves. The conversation gets into the real work behind DIY promotion, from all ages shows and backline problems to long drives, tight budgets, and the challenge of keeping a scene alive in the South. It’s a great conversation about friendship, community, and the unseen labor that keeps underground music going.Denounce Normalcyhttps://www.instagram.com/denounce.normalcy/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

On this episode of Scene Support, Scott Pasch sits down with Baltimore-based recording, mixing, and mastering engineer Jeremy Hayes to talk about the work that goes into making live and studio recordings hit with real energy. Jeremy shares how he went from recording bands in a basement to working on projects for Teenage Mortgage, producing and mixing live sessions for Ottobar TV, and helping capture the kind of performances that make people feel like they’re back in the room. The conversation digs into live recording challenges, room mics, mix philosophy, band approval, vinyl mastering, and why chemistry, trust, and communication matter just as much as gear. Scott and Jeremy also get into punk, live albums, Baltimore music, band dynamics, and the difference between technically good and genuinely exciting. It’s a great deep dive into the craft behind the scenes and the people who help keep DIY music alive. Jeremy HayesJeremy Hayes IGOttobar TV IGOttobar TV YouTubeDCxPC LiveDCxPC Live IGDCxPC Live FBDCxPC Live WebsiteIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen from Struggling Artist Record Club

On this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, Scott talks with Aaron Stoquert, the photographer behind Put.Over.Photo. Aaron started out shooting pro wrestling ringside, stepped away from photography for a while, and then made a deliberate return—kicking it off by shooting DCxPC Live’s Rally in the Valley Vol. 1. Since that weekend, he’s become a mainstay at almost every DCxPC Live show (over 30 shows last year), while also traveling to festivals and events outside of New York to document the wider DIY universe.They dig into why live music photography is about translating energy—not just taking “a photo.” Aaron talks about his evolving style (including shutter-drag/ghosting techniques), editing workflow, crowd vs. stage shots, staying safe when the pit gets chaotic, and his growing interest in portraits that don’t feel forced or generic. It’s also a conversation about community: crediting artists, sharing knowledge instead of competing, and the idea that showing up—camera in hand—is the first step to supporting the scene.put.over.photohttps://www.instagram.com/put.over.photo/https://www.putoverphoto.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Lara Hope — musician, community builder, and Director of Music Programming for the O+ Festival in Kingston, NY.We dig into the origin story of O+: how a brewery owner, a dentist, and an artist-activist turned a simple idea — trading art for healthcare — into a nationally recognized nonprofit that’s rethinking what it means to truly support artists. Now in its 15th year, O+ has grown from a grassroots festival into a year-round ecosystem providing musicians and visual artists with access to dental care, primary care, acupuncture, chiropractic services, and more — all through a creative exchange model.Lara breaks down:How the submission and curation process worksWhy healthcare need factors into booking decisionsThe challenges of booking headliners on a barter modelThe expansion into a year-round exchange clinicThe launch of O+’s new 334 Wall Street space for all-ages shows, workshops, and community eventsWhat it really takes (staffing, volunteers, grants, donations) to sustain a mission-driven festivalWe also talk about ego, community responsibility, DIY ethics, and how working in service of something bigger than yourself can reshape your perspective as an artist.This isn’t just a conversation about a festival. It’s about infrastructure. It’s about care. It’s about how scenes survive when people build systems that support each other beyond the stage.If you care about DIY music, artist sustainability, and community-driven models that actually work — this one’s for you.O+ Festivalhttps://opositivefestival.org/https://www.instagram.com/opositivefest/https://linktr.ee/opositivefestDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

On this episode of DCxPC Live presents Scene Support, Scott Pasch sits down with Peter Aaron, arts editor at Chronogram and frontman of the legendary New York punk-blues band Chrome Cranks.Peter has spent decades doing the work that keeps underground music alive—writing, booking shows, playing in bands, and documenting scenes that would otherwise be forgotten. His writing has appeared in The Village Voice, AllMusic, and All About Jazz, and his books dig deep into punk history, lineage, and influence. Long before bands like Nirvana, the Flaming Lips, and White Zombie became household names, Peter was booking their early shows in small rooms for small crowds.The conversation moves through Peter’s path into punk, hardcore, and experimental music, his time booking shows in the Midwest and Northeast, the evolution of the Hudson Valley scene, and why cross-pollination between genres is what keeps music alive. Scott and Peter also dig into live music as documentation, the importance of physical media, all-ages spaces, and why scenes in smaller towns often matter just as much as major cities.This is a wide-ranging, deeply personal conversation about punk as community, memory, and responsibility—how scenes survive because people show up, take care of each other, and do the work week after week.Peter Aaronhttps://www.instagram.com/peter_aaron_rocknwrite/https://www.facebook.com/peter.aaron.353https://www.facebook.com/p/Peter-Aaron-Musician-and-Author-100063018471273/https://www.chronogram.com/author/peter-aaron/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support spotlights the people who keep DIY and underground music alive—not just the bands on stage, but the artists, organizers, and builders behind the scenes.In this episode, Scott sits down with David Gregg, a Baltimore-area artist, guitarist, father, and longtime small business owner whose visual work has quietly shaped the look of the regional punk and hardcore scene for years. Dave talks about designing flyers, album covers, logos, and merch for countless bands and venues, balancing creative work with family life, and why visual identity matters just as much as sound in DIY spaces.The conversation digs into the realities of unpaid or underpaid creative labor, the relationship between punk ethics and design, how scenes evolve visually over time, and what it means to keep showing up week after week to support a community—not for recognition, but because it matters. Along the way, Scott and Dave swap stories about Baltimore shows, touring, recording live music, merch culture, and the unseen labor that holds scenes together.An honest, wide-ranging conversation about art, community, sustainability, and doing the work that keeps underground music moving forwardDavid Gregghttps://www.instagram.com/crizdizzle_art/https://www.instagram.com/sickmovemusic/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, Scott sits down with Caroline Borolla, founder of Clarion Call Media, to unpack what music PR actually looks like in 2025—and why it’s harder, messier, and more human than most people realize.Caroline traces her path from college radio, journalism, and record stores to building a DIY-minded PR company that works with independent bands, labels, and festivals without compromising ethics or authenticity. Together, they talk candidly about the collapse of print media, the rise (and problems) of pay-to-play blogs, navigating album vs. tour press, realistic timelines for releases, and why mid-level bands often struggle more than new or established acts.The conversation digs into expectations versus reality—what publicists can and can’t do, how bands and labels should think about long-term growth instead of instant results, and why story, community, and trust still matter more than algorithms. Caroline also shares practical insights on pitching, release lead times, burnout, boundaries, and why she only works with music she genuinely believes in.An honest, wide-ranging look at independent music promotion from someone who’s been inside the system long enough to know what’s broken—and what still works. Clarion Callhttps://www.instagram.com/clarioncallmedia/https://www.clarioncallmedia.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 23 of Scene Support, Scott Pasch sits down with Lisa Root, founder and editor-in-chief of New Noise Magazine, one of the last remaining print publications dedicated to punk, hardcore, metal, and underground music.Lisa traces her path from early work with AMP and other 2000s-era music magazines to launching New Noise in 2013, driven by a belief in documentation, community, and the lasting value of print media. The conversation digs into what it actually takes to keep an independent magazine alive today—balancing print and digital, navigating rising production costs, sustaining distribution worldwide, and resisting the pressure to abandon physical media altogether.Scott and Lisa also connect over shared roots in ’90s punk and hardcore, the importance of archiving scenes before they disappear, and why mixed bills, flexi discs, and liner-note culture still matter. Along the way, Lisa talks about New Noise’s evolving work beyond the magazine, including live sessions, Rough Trade events, podcast collaborations, and her commitment to mentoring new writers and amplifying emerging bands.This episode is a deep, honest look at the unseen labor behind independent music journalism—and a reminder that scenes only survive when people are willing to do the long, unglamorous work to support them.New Noise Magazinehttps://www.instagram.com/newnoisemagazine/https://linktr.ee/newnoisemagDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

Episode 22: Devil’s Advocate – Artist Management, DIY Metal, and Learning from the “No’s” with Sophia MorekisIn this episode of Scene Support, Scott talks with Sophia Morekis, the force behind Devil’s Advocate, an artist management and consulting company rooted in Savannah’s metal and hardcore community. From ballet kid raised on old-school metal with her dad to media entrepreneurship major in Atlanta, Sophia traces the winding path that led her into booking shows, running cereal-themed fests like Crunch Fest, and eventually managing bands full time. Scott and Sophia dig into what artist management really looks like on the ground: building trust with bands, navigating different personalities and group dynamics, handling tour logistics, coordinating studio time, merch, press, and vinyl releases, and figuring out when to say yes—or no—to new projects. They get into the realities of Savannah’s scene, from sludge and metal roots to all-ages struggles, the economics of bar venues, and the importance of building relationships with bookers, festivals, and other managers across the region. Along the way, Sophia talks about pushing for more femme-forward and inclusive lineups, challenging lazy assumptions about women in heavy music, and normalizing representation without making it a gimmick. She also shares how “Fail Con” in college reshaped her relationship with mistakes, why learning to live with rejection is crucial, and how the most rewarding moments are often the ones where no one even notices the invisible labor behind a seamless show.If you care about the people who keep underground music alive—from the first cold email to the last load-out—this episode is for you.Devil's Advocatehttps://www.instagram.com/thesophiaeve/https://www.instagram.com/themaxinesband/https://www.instagram.com/oshinerofficial/https://www.instagram.com/lordcarrion/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

Scene Support Episode 21 dives into the world behind the board with producer/engineer Joshua “Danger” Dobbs of Danger Room Recording. We talk about how the legendary “Danger Room” went from a cramped storage space behind his job to a fully mobile studio he can take anywhere—and still make records sound massive. Josh breaks down his philosophy on recording punk bands, why knowing your gear matters more than fancy rooms, and how he chases performances that make you need to see a band live.We also get into his (self-admitted) control-freak tendencies around mastering, why he often ignores the old “don’t mix and master your own record” rule, and his frustration when bands sit on magic because a lineup changes. If you care about how punk records are made, how to capture energy instead of perfection, and what makes a recording truly honest, this episode’s for you.New to the show? Scene Support is a DCxPC Live podcast about the photographers, engineers, label folks, and other behind-the-scenes punks who keep our scenes alive.Joshua "Danger" Dobbshttps://www.instagram.com/joshua_danger_dobbs/https://linktr.ee/joshuadangerdobbsDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song & Outro Song By Joshua "Danger" DobbsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠⁠

In Episode 20 of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Dave “Face” Boccio, the eye behind Face Photo and one of the Hudson Valley’s most prolific punk photographers. From shooting street life and alligators in Florida to capturing raw moments at hardcore, ska, and metal shows across New York, Dave’s journey is as DIY as it gets.They talk about his start photographing bands like Dissolve, his evolution from street photography to live shows, his friendship with RBNX and other Hudson Valley acts, and the art of documenting punk in its most chaotic, beautiful form. Dave shares stories of getting clocked in the pit, shooting Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion, and finding inspiration from legends like Mick Rock and Cynthia Connolly.Whether you’re behind the lens or in the pit, this one’s for anyone who believes that punk isn’t just heard—it’s seen.Dave "Face" Photohttps://www.instagram.com/facephoto_77/https://www.facephoto77.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Middle Finger" By Dropkick MurphysExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠⁠

In Episode 20 of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Dave “Face” Boccio, the eye behind Face Photo and one of the Hudson Valley’s most prolific punk photographers. From shooting street life and alligators in Florida to capturing raw moments at hardcore, ska, and metal shows across New York, Dave’s journey is as DIY as it gets.They talk about his start photographing bands like Dissolve, his evolution from street photography to live shows, his friendship with RBNX and other Hudson Valley acts, and the art of documenting punk in its most chaotic, beautiful form. Dave shares stories of getting clocked in the pit, shooting Dropkick Murphys and Bad Religion, and finding inspiration from legends like Mick Rock and Cynthia Connolly.Whether you’re behind the lens or in the pit, this one’s for anyone who believes that punk isn’t just heard—it’s seen.Dave "Face" Photohttps://www.instagram.com/facephoto_77/https://www.facephoto77.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Middle Finger" By Dropkick MurphysExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

This week on DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with Hudson Valley punk mainstay Bobby Edge—musician, sound engineer, and all-around DIY lifer. Known for his work with bands like Hell Beach, Soft Spot, General Grievance, People’s Club, Money Sneakers, and We’re in Our 30s, Bobby has been quietly shaping the sound of the regional scene from both sides of the mic.They dig into how Bobby made the shift from performer to producer, what he’s learned running sessions at Nada Recording Studio and his home setup, and why capturing raw, authentic energy still matters more than polish. Along the way they swap stories about chaotic live shows, recording on analog tape, the realities of DIY touring, and the punk ethic that keeps the community alive.Raw conversation, real laughs, and plenty of shop talk—this is what Scene Support is all about.Bobby Edgehttps://www.instagram.com/bobbyedge/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "That Thing You Do" by Bobby EdgeExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, Mike from Lower Worlds Booking shares how booking shows went from a ninth-grade house show to a lifetime of keeping underground music alive. We talk about the early days of calling Elk’s Lodges and art spaces off a website directory, booking basements in Boston and warehouses in Oakland, and why he still does it decades later.Mike opens up about the realities of running shows today — balancing all-ages spaces and 21+ bars, managing backline and flyers, teaming up with friends to cover when he can’t be there, and learning when to finally say no. Along the way, we compare notes on mixed-bill shows, the return of ska and screamo, the role of flyering in a digital age, and the ways DIY culture thrives on collaboration, community, and mutual support.Whether you’re a promoter, a musician, or just a fan of DIY music, Mike’s story shows what it takes to keep a scene going — persistence, connection, and a love for the work that never really goes away.Lowerworld Booking https://www.instagram.com/lowerworldsbooking/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Life Trap" By UnseemlierExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Pete Olen, founder of Endoxa Booking and co-owner of Conduit in Orlando. Pete has been a driving force in the Florida music scene for over a decade, booking everything from hardcore and metal to indie pop and hip hop, while building community across multiple cities. We talk about how he got his start booking shows, the challenges of promoting national acts, the rise of digital advertising, and the realities of running an independent venue. Pete also shares stories about contracts, touring, gear sharing, and the balance between passion, business, and community.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to make live shows happen—or why some bands get booked while others don’t—this episode pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes world of promotion and DIY cultureEndoxa Booking - https://www.instagram.com/endoxabookingfl/The Conduit - https://www.instagram.com/conduit_fl/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Chopped in Half" By ObituaryExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Jonathan Kent—DIY lifer, record label runner, and host of This Is Just a Phase Podcast. We dive into everything from the challenges of running an indie label to the importance of inclusivity in punk spaces. Along the way, we swap stories about Green Day bringing Pansy Division on tour, the politics of representation in music, and what it really means to “sell out.”Jonathan also opens up about his journey with This Is Just a Record Label, his podcast’s evolution from Spotify to YouTube, and how persistence, collaboration, and community keep the underground alive. Whether you’re in a band, running a label, or just love the DIY spirit, this one’s for youThis is Just a Record Labelhttps://thisisjustarecordlabel.bandcamp.com/https://www.facebook.com/thisisjustarecordlabel/This is Just a Phase Podcasthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/148862523925787https://www.instagram.com/thisisjustaphasepodcast/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Idiocracy" by The Follow Upshttps://www.instagram.com/followupsband/Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, I talk with Brent Friedman of Exponential Booking—one of the most community-minded booking agents in the ska and punk scenes today. Brent shares how he went from being the organized drummer in DIY bands to booking tours and managing artists like Suicide Machines, Against All Authority, Big D and the Kids Table, Kill Lincoln, and more. We get into how he balances compassion with professionalism, what it really takes to put together a tour, and why he still prints flyers and checks ticket counts every morning. It’s a conversation about burnout, boundaries, and doing this work for the love of the scene. If you’ve ever booked a show, played in a band, or just wondered how it all comes together, this one’s for you.Exponential Bookinghttps://www.instagram.com/exponentialbooking/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Violence" by Omnigonehttps://www.instagram.com/0mnig0ne/Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

Recorded January 2024 – Released July 2025 due to technical delaysThis episode was recorded way back in January, but thanks to some frustrating technical issues, it’s just now seeing the light of day. Trust me—it was worth the wait.In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with the one and only Eva "McSwagger"—beloved bartender at Snapper Magee’s, the legendary Kingston dive bar that’s been a cornerstone of the Hudson Valley punk scene for over a decade. From wild mosh pits with dudes in suits and teddy bears to the science of serving drinks during a loud-as-hell hardcore set, Eva shares what it’s like behind the bar when the scene comes alive.They talk about bringing live music back to Snappers after the pandemic, what makes punk shows more chill than Friday night bros, the mystery of toilets that keep getting ripped out, and how a bartender can change a person’s whole life trajectory. (Spoiler: Eva helped convinced me I'd like living in the Hudson Valley)Whether you're a show-going regular, a band looking for a venue, or just love weird bar stories and punk rock chaos, this one’s for you.Snapper Magee'shttps://www.instagram.com/snappermagees/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "No Place I'd Rather Be" by The Hudson FalconsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

On this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, Scott sits down with Chad Chastain—drummer, show promoter, and founder of the Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market. Since 2019, Chad’s created one of the Southeast’s most vibrant punk gatherings, blending art vendors, zine makers, weirdos, and bands into a DIY utopia that’s both welcoming and punk as hell. We dig into how it all started, what it takes to scale up to thousands of attendees, how he balances ethos with logistics, and why he’d rather give out free snacks than make a buck. If you’ve ever wanted to start your own flea or just love hearing from the folks who keep our scenes alive, this one’s for you. Stick around ‘til the end for TWO tracks from Chad’s band, The Kutoffs.Topics Covered:Starting a punk flea market from scratchVendor curation, pricing, and promotionBalancing DIY values with growthAll ages shows, backlining, and porta-pottiesScene support over profitLakeland Punk Rock Flea Markethttps://www.instagram.com/lakelandpunkflea/https://www.facebook.com/lakelandpunkfleahttps://www.swanbrewing.com/prfm.htmlDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Punk Rock Flea Market" and "DFL" by The KutoffsExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

On this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, I sit down with Andy Pohl, the founder of Sell The Heart Records, a fiercely independent label that's been putting out “good f*cking music” since 2010. From humble beginnings releasing his own band’s CD to building a respected and diverse catalog spanning punk, post-rock, ska, darkwave, and more, Andy shares what it really takes to run a DIY label in today’s climate.We dive deep into the grind of pressing vinyl, the realities of band promotion, and why building community matters more than chasing profit. Whether you’re a musician, label owner, or just someone who loves underground music, this episode is packed with honest insights, laughs, and the kind of punk ethos that reminds you why you got into this scene in the first place.📦 Topics include:Why he still runs the label mostly soloThe importance of bands doing their partVinyl repressing decisionsThe highs (and lows) of collaborationBuilding a legacy while staying DIY🎧 Hit play and support the scene.#DCxPCLive #SceneSupport #SellTheHeartRecords #DIYpunk #RecordLabelLifeSell the Heart Recordshttps://www.instagram.com/selltheheartrecords/https://selltheheartrecords.bigcartel.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Starpower" by Tsunami BombExecutive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this episode of DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support, I sit down with Loren Green, editor-in-chief of the long-running online punk zine Scene Point Blank. Since 2003, SPB has been a vital voice in punk journalism—focusing on deep-dive reviews, thoughtful interviews, and a fiercely DIY ethos.Loren discusses the origins of the site, how it grew out of an AFI message board, and how he got involved in 2008 before eventually taking the reins. From the early days of ordering records through liner note thank-yous to reviewing hundreds of submissions from around the globe, Loren shares his journey as both fan and editor.Together, they explore the struggles of staying creative, the ethics of paid reviews, the future of media, and why live albums and authenticity still matter. Whether you're in a band, run a label, or just love the scene, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and punk-as-hell heart.Scene Point Blankhttps://www.instagram.com/scenepointblank/https://www.scenepointblank.com/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: “Notebook (Hope for the Hopeless)” by Crossed Keys https://www.instagram.com/crossedkeysphl/Executive Producer: Trev Allen ⁠https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/⁠

In this deep dive into DIY music culture, I sit down with Dez and Savannah of Poison Paradise Records for a candid and insightful look at life behind the scenes of the punk music world. From the chaos of booking shows and handling cancellations to the nuance of sound engineering and navigating social media, this episode explores what it really takes to build and sustain a DIY music career.They talk touring, trust, and the value of staying authentic in an ever-shifting music industry. Whether you’re in a band, run a label, or just love the scene, there’s something here for everyone committed to punk’s collaborative, community-driven ethos.Key topics include:Booking shows with care and communicationPrepping for the road: budgeting, logistics & survivalThe underrated power of sound engineersAuthenticity over algorithms in social mediaGenre fluidity and cross-scene collaborationBuilding a label and community from the ground up📌 “It’s all about the show.” 📌 “You never know who you meet.”Poison Paradise Recordshttps://www.instagram.com/poisonparadiserecords/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: “Gut Feeling” by The Modern Nativeshttps://www.instagram.com/modernnativesband/Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

In this episode of Scene Support, I sit down with Andy Scullin—host of the Unsigned 518 podcast and longtime supporter of the Capital Region’s underground music scene. Andy shares why he never prepares questions ahead of time and how that keeps his interviews authentic and spontaneous.We also talk about: ✔️ The return of Metroland and Andy’s role in relaunching the legendary alt-weekly ✔️ AndyPalooza 3 on May 17 at SingleCut North in Clifton Park, NY ✔️ Collaborating with Ontario’s Bad Music Club ✔️ Getting custom theme songs from Girth Control and others ✔️ Building a music community through trust, vibe, and just asking🔊 Whether you're into punk, hip hop, doom metal, ska, or all of it, this episode highlights the DIY ethos behind one of the 518's most important voices.Andy Scullinhttps://www.instagram.com/unsigned518/https://www.instagram.com/metrolandnow/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Crash Site" by Shortwave Radio Bandhttps://www.instagram.com/_shortwave_radioband_/Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

In this episode of Scene Support, host Scott Pash sits down with Holly Berchielli, founder of Outsider Magazine, for an in-depth conversation on the Hudson Valley punk and hardcore scene. Starting with a high school zine, Holly has built a vibrant DIY platform that documents local bands, promotes all-ages shows, and uplifts the music community. They dive into scene politics, the power of collaboration, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces through zines, live shows, and festivals. Holly shares what it takes to sustain a grassroots publication and community effort, reflecting on the evolution of Outsider, the role of volunteers, and how diversity in genre helps scenes thrive. If you care about punk, hardcore, or building something meaningful in your local music community—this one's for you.Outsider Magazinehttps://www.instagram.com/outsidermagazine/https://linktr.ee/outsidermagazine?DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Hell I Live Here" By Trouble Boundhttps://www.instagram.com/troublebound/Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

On episode 7 of Scene Support, I sit down with Mike Dietz and Phil Bartsch of RBNX—not to talk about their band, but about something even bigger: Punk Island, NYC’s annual free, all-ages, DIY punk festival. Since 2008, Punk Island has showcased the raw power of community and creativity, putting on a massive, multi-stage event run entirely by volunteers and powered by passion, generators, and sheer will.Mike and Phil break down what it takes to organize this beast of a fest—everything from booking over 100 bands (with an emphasis on new blood), wrangling stages, staggering set times, backlining gear, running benefit shows, and holding the line on no drugs, no booze, and all punk.We talk the origins of Punk Island, the logistical highs and hurdles, the challenges of booking without a set date, the joy of punk dads and their kids in the pit, and the importance of holding space for all punks—queer punks, trans punks, street punks, ska punks, grindcore fans, and beyond.Whether you’ve been to Punk Island or are just finding out it’s real, this episode will fire you up. As Mike and Phil put it: You gotta see it to believe it.Punk Islandhttps://www.instagram.com/punkislandnychttps://linktr.ee/PunkIslandNYCDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Any Means Necessary" By RBNXhttps://www.instagram.com/the_rbnx/Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

In this episode, Scott sits down with poet, professor, and punk lifer Gerry LaFemina, founder and president of Savage Mountain Punk Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting punk culture in the northern Appalachians. They dive into the origins and evolution of the Savage Mountain Punk Fest, the importance of community-driven music spaces, and how punk can be a force for good—raising money for local causes and building inclusive scenes.Gerry shares stories of navigating flooded venues, building a volunteer-based organization, hosting flash tattoos during shows, and booking legendary acts like DOA, The Dwarves, and Scream—all while keeping everything DIY, all-ages, and punk as hell.Plus, Scott and Gerry swap tales from the road, talk show logistics, fest philosophy, and the power of paying every band—even the locals. This one's for the scene builders, believers, and lifers. ❤️‍🔥Festival heads-up: Savage Mountain Punk Fest returns August 7-9, 2025, with The Dwarves, Ultra Bomb (feat. Greg Norton of Hüsker Dü), and maybe even Superchunk 👀Savage Mountain Punk Artshttps://www.instagram.com/savagemountainpunkartshttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/savage-mountain-punk-fest-2025-ticketsDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksIntro Outro Song: "We Gotta Go" By The Downstrokeshttps://www.instagram.com/thedownstrokespunkhttps://linktr.ee/thedownstrokesLogo: Beyond the Pit PRhttps://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitprExecutive Producer: Trev Allenhttps://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club

In this episode of DCxPC Live presents Scene Support, host Scott Pasch sits down with longtime DIY champion Craig Mazer, founder of Foreign Dissent—Orlando’s international punk showcase. Since 2014, Craig has provided a stage for bands traveling from across the globe to Fest in Gainesville, giving them a crucial opportunity to connect with U.S. audiences.Craig shares his journey from running a punk zine and distro in the ’90s to booking tours and ultimately launching Foreign Dissent. He discusses the importance of fostering community, the challenges of organizing a show with no local support bands, and the DIY spirit that drives his work. The conversation is packed with stories about touring, building a network for international bands, and the unique moments that make live music special.Tune in for an inspiring discussion about dedication to the scene, the magic of punk connections, and what’s in store for Foreign Dissent’s 10th anniversary in 2025. Plus, Craig picks a song from one of his favorite international acts to close out the episode!Foreign Dissent:https://www.instagram.com/foreigndissent/https://linktr.ee/foreigndissenthttps://foreigndissent.comClosing Song: FJØRT Live at Will's Pub at Foreign Dissent https://www.instagram.com/fjort_laerm/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksIntro Logo: Beyond the Pit PRhttps://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitprExecutive Producer: Trev Allenhttps://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club

DCxPC Live Presents: Scene Support is back with Episode 4, where we continue to shine a light on the unsung heroes who keep the punk scene alive—without ever stepping on stage.This time, we’re talking with Beyond the Pit PR about the grind of DIY marketing, getting bands the press they deserve, and why social media engagement actually matters. If you’ve ever wondered how albums, shows, and bands get noticed beyond the mosh pit—this one’s for you!https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitpr/https://www.beyondthepitpr.com/https://linktr.ee/beyondthepitprIntro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Move On" by Bombcatshttps://www.instagram.com/bomb_cats_band/https://linktr.ee/bombcatsmusicDCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_livehttps://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.comIntro Logo: Beyond the Pit PRhttps://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitpr/Executive Producer: Trev Allenhttps://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

Scott talks with Tony Murphy, sound person at Orlando's best venue for hardcore, punk, ska, metal and more! Tony also works at Red Lion Studios. Scott and Tony talk about all the crazy shit that Tony has seen as a sound person at Will's, the difference between doing sound at a studio vs. a live show, and more! Tony: https://www.instagram.com/tonybud_/ Will's Pub: https://www.instagram.com/willspub/ Red Lion Studio: https://www.instagram.com/redlionaudio/ Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Runnamucks Outro Song: "Yes Man (Don't Call Me Again)" By Overthinker Overthinker:http://instagram.com/overthinkerfl/ DCxPC Live https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live/ https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking https://dcxpclive.com/ Intro Logo: Beyond the Pit PR https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitpr/ Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

Scott talks with Tim Donahue, the owner and operator of Phameless Records in Philly, a great punk label that has released albums in 2024 by 13 Cavities, Assemble, Disoviet, Chemical X, Jaelyn, and Friend. Join Scott and Tim as they discuss the joys and tears of running a DIY record label. (We recorded and edited this episode before learning about MC Hyster and his actions. I did not relisten to it until a month later when it aired, otherwise the praise we gave him would have been removed. You only know what you know, when you know it.)https://www.facebook.com/PhamelessRecords/https://www.instagram.com/phameless_records/Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By RunnamucksOutro Song: "Braces" by Friendhttps://www.instagram.com/friend.phl/DCxPC Livehttps://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live/https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbookinghttps://dcxpclive.com/Intro Logo: Beyond the Pit PRhttps://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitpr/Executive Producer: Trev Allenhttps://www.instagram.com/struggling_artist_record_club/

Scott and guest co-host, Joshua Dobbs of Danger Room Recording Services the past, present and future with legendary recording engineer Don Zientara of Inner Ear Studios. Don Zientara is a legendary recording engineer best known for capturing the raw energy and distinctive sound of Washington DC's hardcore punk scene at his Inner Ear Studios. Since the late 1970s, he has recorded countless influential bands including Minor Threat, Fugazi, Bad Brains, Rites of Spring, Nation of Ulysses, and Jawbox. Zientara's recording techniques and commitment to preserving each band's authentic live sound helped define the "DC sound" that became synonymous with Dischord Records and the city's punk movement. His stripped-down, no-frills approach perfectly complemented the DIY ethos of the era, while his technical expertise ensured that the recordings maintained both clarity and power. Working closely with Ian MacKaye and Dischord Records for over four decades, Zientara's engineering work at Inner Ear became an integral part of punk rock history. https://www.innerearstudio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/donzientara_official/ Joshua Dobbs of Danger Room Recording Service in Orlando, FL. Josh has over a decade of experience recording, mixing, and mastering hardcore, punk, ska and metal bands in the local scene and beyond. https://www.instagram.com/joshua_danger_dobbs/ https://www.facebook.com/DangerRoomRecordingService Intro Song: "Cheap As You" By Deficit of Dreams Outro Song: "Call to Action" by 504 Plan https://www.instagram.com/504plan.band/ DCxPC Live https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live/ https://www.facebook.com/dcxpcbooking https://dcxpclive.com/ Intro Logo: Beyond the Pit PR https://www.instagram.com/beyondthepitpr/ Executive Producer: Trev Allen https://www.instagram.com/podcasttsa/