The Record Plug Podcast
Record Plug Magazine's Podcast expands upon the content in our print magazine and highlights national touring acts and local artists who deserve attention.
We are available on most podcasting platforms including a video version on YouTube, and and audio only versions on most podcast platforms including: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Podbean. Our RSS feed is available here: RSS Feed
Episode 015 - A Place To Bury Strangers - (cat)Fight For Your Rights benefit
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Oliver Ackermann of A Place To Bury Strangers. He talks about their new album, his company Death By Audio, and touring the world with famous bands. We also talk to The Brower Sisters and Kay from the Pylon Reenactment Society about the upcoming (cat)Fight For Your Rights benefit show.
Episode 014 - Gareth Liddiard of Tropical F*ck Storm - Monsoon
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Gareth Liddiard of Tropical F*ck Storm. He talks about touring, their new live album, and recording new material. We also talk to Athens, GA based Monsoon about touring relentlessly.
Episode 013 - J McNeight - Terminus Hate City
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Atlanta's Justin McNeight. He talks about going from hardcore to singer-songwriter and recording his new album Arc of Devotion. We also talk to Jay Crash of Terminus Hate City about his label and releases.
Episode 012 - Twin Trances - Lemonmnm
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Atlanta's Twin Trances. They talk about how they got together 13 years ago, their writing process, and live approach. We also talk to Lemonmnm about their 7" release. Ideal Sportsbar gets a shoutout along with The Soogs, Del Roscoe, and Predawn Pours.
Episode 011 - Shonali Bhowmik - Gorgeous Beast
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Atlanta's Gorgeous Beast. They talk about the musical changes and similarities with Erica's previous band, Motherfucker, from Athens GA. They also discuss their writing/recording approach, and upcoming PRF BBQ show after Albini's death. We also talk to Shonali Bhowmik of Ultrababyfat, Tigers and Monkeys, and her new solo effort. Victory Hands also gets a shoutout.
Episode 010 - Hail Gail - Stripper Cult
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features Atlanta's Hail Gail. They discuss their new EP "Words of Affirmation", playing as a trio, house shows, and the possibility of recording a full album. We also talk to Stripper Cult, give a shout-out to Gorgeous Beast, talk about the upcoming Corndogorama shows and the Upbeat! Foundation they benefit.
Episode 009 - Satantic Surf with El Capitan - Hot Wives
This Record Plug Magazine podcast episode features James Freeman of El Capitan & The Reluctant Sadists. He discusses the days of Drive-Invation, what he loves and hates about surf music, and why he's doing satanic surf. We also talk to Hot Wives, give a shout-out to Nihilist Cheerleader, talk about the upcoming Corndogorama shows, and show off the home of Record Plug (Pressroom Alchemy in Doraville).
Episode 008 - Cherubs Pt2 - Red Hot Empty
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast features part two of a two-part interview with Cherubs. They discuss bands they love, reissued records, and broken fingers. We also talk to Atlanta-based Red Hot Empty.
Episode 007 - Cherubs Interview Part 1 of 2. Plus Atlanta band Leafblower.
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast features part one of a two-part interview with Cherubs. They discuss returning to touring, crazy lyrics, and seasick noise beds. We also talk to Atlanta-based Leafblower. Jefrey shows off a movie called Wild Zero featuring Guitar Wolf. Jimmy talks about the recent Thinking Fellers Union Local 282 vinyl re-releases and their new compilation.
Episode 006 - Gray Kiser (Saddam Death Cave) The Inner Space/Dead Echo
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast features Gray Kiser of Atlanta hardcore band Saddam Death Cave. He talks about the band's delayed vinyl release, writing for Record Plug Magazine, and playing in the DIY scene. We also talk to two local DIY venues, The Inner Space and Dead Echo, about supporting the local music scene and building community. Jefrey shows off releases from Red Hot Empty. Jimmy reads from Kanye West - Reanimator.
Episode 005 - Will Anderson (Hotline TNT) - Adam McIntyre (The Pinx)
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast features Will Anderson of Hotline TNT discussing hardcore and DIY mentality and how signing with Third Man Records has changed the band. Then we talk to local writer, guitarist, songwriter, and producer Adam McIntyre of The Pinx. He talks about his post-Covid trials, his move to comedy, and his experience writing for Record Plug. Jimmy and Jefrey show off releases from the bands Duds and Mongo.
Episode 004 - Andy Falkous (Mclusky) - David Sherman (NAW, Desk Rabbitz)
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast features the second part of our interview with Andrew Falkous of Mclusky about the magic of music. Then we talk to local writer, show promoter, and musician of many bands, David Sherman. He talks about his new releases for deskrabbitz and NAW and his experience writing for Record Plug.
Episode 003 - Mclusky Do United States - Tom Cheshire Band
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast includes an interview with Andrew Falkous of Mclusky about the joys and pains of touring the USA. And we talk to Tom Cheshire of TCB, Rent Boys, and All Night Drug Prowling Wolves about his new album, Everything is New Again. Additionally, the episode touches on new releases by Omni, a review of Urgh! A Music War from 1981, and the Naw/Aspesdos Worker split vinyl release.
Episode 002 - Brainiac's The Cure Game - Los Ojos Muertos
This episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast includes an interview with Tyler Trent of Brainiac on The Cure Game. We talk with Atlanta's Los Ojos Muertos about their fast rise in the punk scene. Additionally, the episode touches on the Divining Rod column of new releases in the January 2024 issue.
Episode 001 - Brainiac Reformation - Catfight! Talk RiotGrrrl & 'Zines
This is the inaugural episode of the Record Plug Magazine podcast. Highlights include an interview with John Schmersal of Brainiac on reformation and return to performing. We talk with Atlanta's Catfight! about their experience playing Riot Grrrl in the 90's and now. They also discuss the resurgence of 'zine culture, and the importance of music journalism. Additionally, the episode touches on a unique venue called The Pyro Ship, a pirate ship built for hosting live music events, complete with fire-based lighting and pyrotechnics.