Beste The Itch Podcasts (2024)

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E231 A Conversation with Alex King and Devin Birchfield of GORE. 51:14

3d ago51:14

51:14

This week, we're scratching The Itch for DOOMSDAY! The (mostly) Texas-based GORE. is one of the most exciting new bands in the metal world, and we were thrilled to speak with guitarist Alex King and bassist Devin Birchfield about their debut EP, A Bud That Never Blooms, out October 25th on Spinefarm Records. The fellas recount how they connected to…

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E230 Concert Catch-up: Weezer, The Flaming Lips, In This Moment, Ice Nine Kills, Joey Valence & Brae, and more! 1:08:37

10d ago1:08:37

1:08:37

This week, we're scratching The Itch to visit the Blue Planet! Three decades of fandom come to a head as Aaron sees Weezer perform The Blue Album for the first time with support from the ever-entertaining Flaming Lips. And he followed that up by seeing a new act with a throwback 90s hip hop sound in the ever-confident Joey Valence & Brae! Meanw…

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E229 Concert Catch-up: Oxymorrons, VRSTY, Nothing More, Eva Under Fire, Post Profit, & The Burkharts 1:06:50

17d ago1:06:50

1:06:50

This week, we're scratching The Itch to keep catchin' up! Concerts continue to abound, and this one includes the rhyming trifecta of friendships, road trips, and vacation pro tips! Join us to hear insights about the touring life from friends (current and hopefully future) Oxymorrons, VRSTY, Nothing More, Eva Under Fire, Post Profit, & The Burkharts…

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E228 A(nother) Conversation with Bryan Kuznitz of Fame on Fire 27:56

24d ago27:56

27:56

This week, we're scratching The Itch to run it back! Bryan Kuznitz of Fame on Fire is back to talk about the the band's new album The Death Card, which drops on Sept 6. Insightful and ever-honest, Bryan explains the thematic threads throughout the album, and gives an eye-opening report on the difficulties of being an artist in the age of Spotify an…

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E227 A Conversation with Wes Anderson 49:24

1M ago49:24

49:24

This week, we're scratching The Itch to collaborate! Wes Anderson is a longtime internet friend of ours with an impeccable record of guest features on his music. His new single, "Goodbye," features two-time Itch guest Stephen Richards of Taproot, and his previous track, "Heads Are Gonna Roll," features Benji Webbe of The Itch's Official Favorite Ba…

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E226 Concert Catch-up: Primus, Paralandra, I Prevail, Halestorm, Hollywood Undead, Silly Goose, and more! 1:15:51

1M ago1:15:51

1:15:51

This week, we're scratching The Itch to share the wealth! It's another Concert Catch-up, but this time with stories from the whole gang! We saw no less than 10 bands, recently, including an Itch radio staple, some concert buddies, two podcast guests, some hopeful future guests, and a self-described "brass house" band. There's truly something for ev…

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E225 A Conversation with Jutes 36:39

2M ago36:39

36:39

This week, we're scratching The Itch for future deja vu! Jutes' album Ladybug made our top 20 of 2023, and his upcoming follow-up Sleepyhead is shaping up as a contender for 2024! We had to have this prolific songwriter on to discuss his shifting sounds, the challenges of being an independent artist, and balancing his desire for a quiet, private li…

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E224 New Rock Roundup: Bring Me the Horizon, The Warning, Nothing More, & Dead Pony 54:28

2M ago54:28

54:28

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a roundup! We're talking about four of our favorite albums from the second quarter of 2024. And it's an Itch International Rock Roundup to boot, featuring Britain's Bring Me the Horizon, Mexico's The Warning, Texas' Nothing More, and Scotland's Dead Pony! That's right, Texas is it's own country. It's a mix o…

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E223 Concert Catch-up: Micah Bournes, Fury in Few, Metric, & The New Pornographers 54:33

2M ago54:33

54:33

This week, we're scratching The Itch for unique concert experiences! Aaron saw four shows in four very different environments, and now the guys have to break down the details on poetry readings, surprising mosh pit members, when smoke machines go wrong, and what you get when you choose the free show. Check out The Itch's experiences seeing Micah Bo…

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E222 A Conversation with Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica 22:13

2M ago22:13

22:13

This week, we're scratching The Itch for the end times! Eicca Toppinen of Apocalyptica joins us to discuss the cello metallers' new album Plays Metallica Vol. 2. Join us to hear about why they followed up on the album that put them on the map nearly 30 years ago, why their tour features the best Metallica set list ever, and (of course) the hard-hit…

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E221 A Conversation with Jason Hook of Flat Black 41:20

2M ago41:20

41:20

This week, we're scratching The Itch to get hooked! Deal with that pun as Jason Hook of Flat Black joins us to discuss the process of starting a band from scratch after reaching some of rock's highest highs in his previous band. Flat Black's debut album "Dark Side of the Brain" is out July 19th, and Jason has been itching (see, it comes full circle…

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E220 The Upheaval Draft 32:51

3M ago32:51

32:51

This week, we're scratching The Itch for Michigan! Grand Rapids' Upheaval Festival is coming up, and in a callback to last years coverage, we're breaking down this year's lineup. But this time, it's an Itch fantasy draft, as we each build our own stage from the Upheaval lineup! Shout out to past guests Chris Meyer of MiEntertainment and Rebecca Pot…

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E219 A(nother) Conversation with Scott Stevens of The Exies 51:30

3M ago51:30

51:30

This week, we're scratching The Itch for Closure! After 17 years, The Exies are back with a new EP, and band leader and Itch friend Scott Stevens joins us for the second time to discuss all the details. Scott reflects on the experience of creating these new songs (and playing the band's reunion show at The Viper Room in LA) with his unique combinat…

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E218 A Conversation with Hang Your Hate 59:39

3M ago59:39

59:39

This week, we're scratching The Itch for serendipity! After a random introduction on an Instagram post, Columbia, Missouri's Hang Your Hate won us over (as discussed in episode 209) and eventually became must-have guests. So this week all five of our MoBros joined us for a breeze of a talk covering the origins of their (bandvantage) name, our mutua…

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E217 A Conversation with Tree One Four 52:33

3M ago52:33

52:33

This week, we're scratching The Itch for some hometown heroes! March Bandness winners and St Louis' own Tree One Four joins us to discuss the creative process, performing with The Urge, and last year's Monolithic Hieroglyphic, which landed them a spot on The Itch's Top 20 Albums list. Plus, the singles vs albums debate continues, Aaron misses half …

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E216 A Conversation with Micah Bournes 1:18:04

4M ago1:18:04

1:18:04

This week, we're scratching The Itch to fight evil with poetry. Aaron does his first ever solo interview with one of his favorite artists, poet and musician Micah Bournes. Micah is raising funds for a double album exploring the ins and outs of romance. Along with that, Micah discusses the nature of war, living as a nomad, using his words to create …

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E215 A(nother) Conversation with Lee Downer and Luke Johnson of Lowlives 27:39

4M ago27:39

27:39

This week, we're scratching The Itch for an instant sequel! We enjoyed our time with Lee and Luke of Lowlives so much that we asked for more of it! Their debut album, Freaking Out, is out now, and we're digging it and digging into it. Join us to hear the story behind their single "Liar," the difference between a good label and a bad one, how Luke a…

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E214 A Conversation with Lee Downer and Luke Johnson of Lowlives 28:57

4M ago28:57

28:57

This week, we're scratching The Itch to get low with Lowlives! Lee Downer and Luke Johnson join us to discuss their journeys through the music industry and the myriad 90s rock influences behind their new earworm-filled debut LP, Freaking Out. Join us for entertaining insight, full music geekery, and the story behind the unsettling Helvis. But wait,…

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E213 Concert Catch-Up: Pointfest, Fury in Few, Calva Louise & VUKOVI, and Eve 6 1:21:33

4M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

This week, we're scratching The Itch for another set of shows! It was a week of favorites as Fury in Few, Calva Louise, and Oxymorrons all came through St Louis. Join us for an international adventure as Calva visits St Louis for the first time with their Scottish tourmates VUKOVI at Blueberry Hill's Duck Room. Then, Fury in Few brings The Itch to …

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Replay: A Conversation with Tonya LeeAnne and Cody Denton of Lydia's Castle 1:09:28

4M ago1:09:28

1:09:28

This past week, the world lost Jon Wysocki. You may know him as the original drummer for Staind, or from his time in SOiL. The Itch knew him as the drummer for Lydia's Castle, one of the first bands to approach us directly about appearing on the show. About two years ago, we spoke with his bandmates Tonya and Cody. It was an insightful, vulner…

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E212 Concert Catch-Up: Des Rocs, Dead Poet Society, Finch, Winona Fighter, Trophy Eyes, Rarity, and more! 1:16:09

5M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

This week, we're scratching The Itch to catch up on concerts! It's show season, and we've been out and about experiencing live music from Itch guests, favorites, and new discoveries. KC had a special experience seeing Des Rocs with Jigsaw Youth. KC and Dan caught up with Dead Poet Society and were formally introduced to the nu metal insanity that i…

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E211 A(nother) Conversation with Taylor Carroll and Arejay Hale of KemikalFire 52:40

5M ago52:40

52:40

This week, we're scratching The Itch to catch fire! Taylor Carroll and Arejay Hale of KemikalFire are back for another great, coffee-and-fragrance-fueled time. We discuss transitioning from being exclusively behind the kit in their other bands (Lit and Halestorm, respectively) to acting as co-frontmen, getting more nervous playing in front of 200 p…

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E210 The Itch Interview Wishlist 34:31

5M ago34:31

34:31

This week, we're scratching The Itch to dream big! We're sharing our personal interview wishlists with the world, because once it's out there, there's an expectation? Maybe? Plus, we put the call out for who YOU want to hear us talk with, and we've got some excellent responses to share! Join us for laughs and a glimpse into the possible future of T…

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E209 The Itch On Tour: Set It Off, Crown the Empire, & Caskets + SAUL, Kingdom Collapse, & Hang Your Hate 49:38

5M ago49:38

49:38

This week, we're scratching The Itch to see shows by friends old and new! We got to see Itch guests Caskets on their tour with Set It Off and Crown the Empire, as well as repeat Itch guests SAUL headlining with Kingdom Collapse and Hang Your Hate. Join us for a discussion about the pros and cons of drinking too much before (and after) a show and th…

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E208 A Conversation with Jake Crawford and Luke Caley of Unpeople 59:24

5M ago59:24

59:24

This week, we're scratching The Itch for riffs! And boy do our guests have them in spades! Jake Crawford and Luke Caley of Unpeople (and formerly of Press to MECO) join us for a delightful chat that covers the disbandment of their old band, the formation of their new one, the ingredients that make them so dynamic, and a whole bunch of pure music ne…

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E207 New Rock Roundup: Dead Poet Society, Blind Channel, & Kid Kapichi 32:07

6M ago32:07

32:07

This week, we're scratching The Itch for albums! We're filling you in on three of our favorite records from the first quarter of 2024: Dead Poet Society's "FISSION," Blind Channel's "Exit Emotions," and Kid Kapichi's "There Goes the Neighborhood." Enjoy, as Dead Poet Society completes the trifecta of having an album review episode, a live review ep…

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E206 A Conversation with Casandra Carson of Paralandra 34:14

6M ago34:14

34:14

This week, we're scratching The Itch to hang with a MO bro! Or sis, to be accurate. Casandra Carson, frontwoman of Springfield, Missouri's Paralandra, joins us for an energized chat about her band's new album The Body Electric. Along the way we'll discuss the story behind "Love of My Life", Casandra's gift to her boyfriend, the fun they had making …

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E205 A(nother) Conversation with Keith Wallen of Breaking Benjamin 35:09

6M ago35:09

35:09

This week, we're scratching The Itch to run it back! Keith Wallen becomes a repeat guest, joining us to talk about his upcoming album Infinity Now and our collective Shiprocked experience. We'll discuss gratitude, loss, how Keith challenges himself as solo artist outside of Breaking Benjamin, and a surprising journey that inspired one of his new tr…

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E204 Booking Shiprocked + The Itch On Tour: Beartooth, The Plot In You, Invent Animate, & Sleep Theory 51:54

6M ago51:54

51:54

This week, we're scratching The Itch to lie to you (but just a little)! We've got a smidge more Shiprocked-related business to take care of in the form of booking the 2025 lineup. (Alan, if you're listening...) Plus, Dan saw a show featuring two acts from Shiprocked 2024 in Beartooth and episode 180 guests Sleep Theory, as well as two bands he was …

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E203 March Bandness Announcement + The Itch On Tour: Mammoth WVH and Nita Strauss 32:46

7M ago32:46

32:46

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a tradition! March Bandness returns, and we've got an 8-artist field vying for the prize of their very own dedicated Itch episode! Visit the polls below to vote on the first round, and check back later, as the link will stay updated with each current round. Plus, one artist gets a bonus preview, as KC and Da…

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E202 20 Years, 202 Episodes, and More Shiprocked 1:39:57

7M ago1:39:57

1:39:57

This week, we're scratching The Itch for ... more culmination? Not content to summarize Shiprocked in one episode, we're back with part two of our recap. And we sandwiched an interview in between! Shiprocked 2024 was something we'll never forget, and after this episode, you might not either. Thank you for whatever part of this journey you've been a…

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E201 Shiprocked: The Artist Experience with Eva Marie of Eva Under Fire 1:08:34

7M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

This week, we're scratching The Itch for an intermission! When we last left our heroes, The Itch was at halfway through recapping our Shiprocked adventure. Eva Under Fire had an adventure of their own at this point in the story, so this week vocalist and part-time Itch co-host Eva Marie joins us to discuss Shiprocked from the artists' perspective. …

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E200 20 Years, 200 Episodes, and Shiprocked 1:20:21

7M ago1:20:21

1:20:21

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a culmination! After 20 years as a radio show and 200 episodes of a podcast, The Itch finally celebrated in the most fitting way possible: by spending a week stuck on a boat with about 30 bands, including about 10 we've had as guests! Shiprocked 2024 is in the books, and it was the perfect storm... literally…

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Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Sam Bam Koltun 1:09:16

8M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

While The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 130: A Conversation with Sam Bam Koltun of Dorothy, Faster Pussycat, & Budderside, originally published December 6, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses …

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Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Dorothy 39:27

8M ago39:27

39:27

While The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 126: A Conversation with Dorothy, originally published November 15, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the …

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Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Matt James of Blacktop Mojo 49:41

8M ago49:41

49:41

While The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. Next up is Episode 86: A Conversation with Matt James of Blacktop Mojo, originally published February 8, 2022. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If …

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Shiprocked Replay: A Conversation with Maty Madiro of From Ashes to New 1:12:17

8M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

While The Itch is on vacation, we're sharing past interviews with our current Shiprocked sea mates. First up is Episode 46: A Conversation with Maty Madiro of From Ashes to New, originally published March 29, 2021. Enjoy. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM.…

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[Short Cuts] I'M ON A BOAT! 1:48

8M ago1:48

1:48

This week, we're ON A BOAT! But we're leaving you with some oldies-but-goodies while you're at Kinko's straight flippin' copies. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masses from 6-9pm CST on KCLC-FM. If you're not in the St. Louis area, you can stream the show from 891thewood.com, TuneIn, Ra…

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E199 A Conversation with Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society 31:37

8M ago31:37

31:37

This week, we're scratching The Itch for science! Jack Underkofler of Dead Poet Society joins us to talk about his band's new album, and our first favorite album of 2024: FISSION. Jack goes in depth on the process of keeping the band's music genuine while also having the eyes and ears of a label and fans on them, going to embarrassing places in his…

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E198 A Conversation with AJ Channer of Fire From the Gods 31:39

8M ago31:39

31:39

This week, we're scratching The Itch for positive energy! And our guest, AJ Channer of Fire From the Gods, brings it in spades! Join us as we geek out about guest spots, being a girl dad, and the band's latest single, "Thousand Lifetimes," featuring the legendary Corey Glover of Living Colour! Plus, AJ goes in depth about the inspiring message behi…

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E197 A Conversation with Fury in Few 34:42

9M ago34:42

34:42

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a new (old) series! The Shiprocked Series returns in anticipation of this year's event, and first abord are Brayden and Ryan of Fury in Few! These guys blew us away a few months back during Metallica's St. Louis Takeover Weekend, so we had to have them on. Join us for a fun discussion about show intros,…

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E196 The Itch Awards and Top 20 Albums of 2023 1:16:09

9M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

This week, we're scratching The Itch for excellence! The 2023 Itch Awards are here and, as always, they're accompanied by our collective countdown of the top 20 albums of the year. If your music queue needs refillin', we'll discuss enough albums to keep you busy for the first fiscal quarter of 2024! Join us for LPs, EPs, honorable mentions, and our…

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E195 New Year's Eva! 1:00:27

9M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

This week, we're scratching The Itch to end the year in style! Eva Marie of Eva Under Fire joins us to continue a holiday tradition, and the camaraderie is palpable! She's got stories of her soon-to-debut biopic, contraband merch, the Upheaval hill, and embarrassing herself in front of Gavin Rossdale and Bush! Plus, reflections on our time as frien…

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E194 The Itch On Tour: Nonpoint, hed PE, Sumo Cyco, & VRSTY 55:53

9M ago55:53

55:53

This week, we're scratching The Itch for déjà vu! We took a road trip to see a Nonpoint tour featuring multiple past episode guests. Sound familiar? If so, kudos! And thanks for knowing your Itch history. Join us for a recap of our adventure seeing Nonpoint with hed PE, Sumo Cyco, and VRSTY at Chicago's Bottom Lounge. We've got tales of proper mosh…

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[Short Cuts] The 12 Pods of Christmas 10:31

9M ago10:31

10:31

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a tradITCHion! Oh yes, we said it. This year's 12 Pods of Christmas is a chance for us to reflect on the fun we've had in 2023, and to thank you for being part of it. We hope you enjoy this holiday Short Cut. If you like what you hear, you can hear more of us every Sunday night broadcasting rock to the masse…

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E193 Concert Catch-Up: The Urge, Black Stone Cherry, Soul Blind, Faster Pussycat, and more! 1:01:00

10M ago1:01:00

1:01:00

This week, we're scratching The Itch to satisfy an urge! St Louis' heroes The Urge reunited once again for a holiday show alongside our guys in Tree One Four and the fellas from Wisemary, and we were there to see it. Plus, KC sees another local boy made good, episode 130 guest Sam Bam Koltun and Faster Pussycat, the guys check out Black Stone Cherr…

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E192 A Conversation with Calva Louise 33:30

10M ago33:30

33:30

This week, we're scratching The Itch to travel the world! Well, vicariously, through our guests Calva Louise. Jess, Alizon, and Ben are based out of Manchester, but are originally from Venezuela, France, and New Zealand, respectively. And while they're definitely a band, they're also an all-purpose DIY art project, having created a graphic novel an…

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E191 A(nother) Conversation with Phil and Stephen of Taproot 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

This week, we're scratching The Itch to start a club! Taproot joins fellow Michiganders Eva Under Fire as the only bands with two Itch interviews in the same calendar year! Phil and Stephen join us to discuss the band's new album SC\SSORS and the shows they've been doing in support. Along the way, we get some fun insight on recording their single "…

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E190 Clipisode: Leftovers IV 36:12

10M ago36:12

36:12

This week, we're scratching The Itch for a Thanksgiving tradition! In honor of our gratitude to our incredible guests and listeners, we've compiled a collection of previously unheard clips from our 2023 interviews. We hope you enjoy this extra insight into artists and the industry. If you listen closely, you'll find hints of two future interviews a…

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E189 The Weird Al Rock Mixtape with Lauren and Russ 47:56

10M ago47:56

47:56

This week, we're scratching The Itch to give thanks... specifically, for Weird Al and good pals! Our friends Lauren from the Beer'd Al Podcast and Russ from Infectious Groove Music join us to compile an Itch-style mixtape of our favorite rock(ish) tracks from one of the world's most beloved musicians, the amazing Weird Al Yankovic! Join us for…

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