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THE WASTING TIME PODCAST

The Wasting Time Podcast

UK-BASED POP PUNK AND ALTERNATIVE MUSIC PODCAST

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01:10:01

Kieran Kelly (Manchester Punk Festival)

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2022/04/01

We are joined by Kieran Kelly, one of the founders of Manchester Punk Festival. MPF has become a staple in the UK scene and is very much our version of Fest! Kieran talks us through how the festival came about and logistics of running it. MPF 2022 is the return of the festival after having to take a break during the pandemic, so we discuss this difficult time. Kieran is also in the band Throwing Stuff and runs promotions company Moving North, so there was plenty to cover! Manchester Punk Festival

01:04:41

Liz Mauritz (Gold Steps)

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2022/03/20

We're back with a new episode featuring Liz Mauritz, singer for Milwaukee band Gold Steps. Liz discusses the early years starting their band in Austin, Texas and going full steam again after relocating back to Wisconsin. We discuss their recent single released with Nick Thompson (Hit The Lights), and their working relationship. Nick and Chris also discuss new releases by Hot Water Music, Simple Plan and Sueco. Check out 'Stay The Same' by Gold Steps X Thief Club, available everywhere now. Also check

01:06:30

Brenna Red (The Last Gang)

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2022/02/26

We are joined this time by Brenna Red, singer for LA punk band The Last Gang. Brenna talks us through the history of the band and how they found their way onto Fat Wreck Chords. We discuss their excellent recent album 'Noise Noise Noise' and what is next for the band. Chris and Nick also discuss new and less new music from Dashboard Confessional, Avril Lavigne, TIghtwire and Grade 2. 'Noise Noise Noise' by The Last Gang is available everywhere on Fat Wreck

01:06:17

William Ryan Key (Yellowcard)

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2022/02/09

After a little break, we are back with our first episode of 2022! We are delighted to be joined by William Ryan Key, most famous for fronting pop punk legends, Yellowcard. He tells us about his many ventures he has going on at the moment, including scoring films, his podcast and his solo work. We also take some time to discuss some of the major events that happened during the Yellowcard years. Ryan's new EP 'Everything Except Desire' will be available everywhere on February 11. Check out his Star

49:54

Derek Sanders (Mayday Parade)

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2021/12/18

It's our final episode of 2021, and we had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Derek Sanders of Mayday Parade. Derek stopped by for an incredibly insightful and candid chat about his life as a musician for the past 15 years. He is a very humble and interesting guy, and we were really grateful for his time. If you haven't yet, please do yourself a favour and check out Mayday Parade's new album 'What It Means To Fall Apart', available everywhere. We also discuss a recent gig featuring Kali Masi and

01:01:25

Tyler Zanon (Youth Fountain)

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2021/11/24

Sorry it's been a few weeks, but we're back! Today, we have the pleasure of chatting to Tyler from Canada's Youth Fountain. The band just released their second full length, and everyone (including us) seems to be loving it! Tyler tells us about his time forming the band and musical influences. We look forward to seeing him in Europe early next year. Youth Fountain - Keepsakes and Reminders is available now wherever you get your music. Apple Spotify Instagram Twitter Facebook Email

01:08:54

Nick Thompson (Hit The Lights/Thief Club)

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2021/10/15

We are joined this time by Nick Thompson, lead singer of pop punk band Hit The Lights. Nick has been busy recently releasing new music for his solo venture Thief Club. We discuss his long career in Hit The Lights and how Thief Club came about. Nick tells us his stories of touring the world and in particular, the UK. When not working on Thief Club, Nick spends his time working with other artists as well as hosting the odd kayak tour. Nick also shares some news regarding the future of Hit The Lights

01:01:20

Yotam Ben Horin (Useless ID)

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2021/09/30

We're back with a new episode! This time we are joined by singer of Useless ID, Yotam Ben Horin. Yotam talks us through the extensive and impressive of career he has had in music. We get into how a band from Israel makes waves in the USA and Europe, with a number of stories. Useless ID's greatest hits 'Most Useless Songs' is available everywhere on Fat Wreck Chords. Check out the video for new song Same Old Revolution. Apple Spotify Instagram Twitter Facebook Email

54:34

Chris and Nick - Lockdown Songs

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2021/09/08

We have been away for a few weeks with Chris's wedding etc, but we are back with this special episode. We have no interview this time, but Chris and Nick take the opportunity to go through the songs that have got them through lockdown (there are other songs besides from 'Family Man' by LOVEBREAKERS we promise!). We get into other genres of music we love that we do not always discuss on this podcast. We also take the time to discuss new music from Settle Your Scores, Lil Lotus, State Champs and Lil

01:28:21

Steve Soboslai (Punchline)

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2021/08/08

In this episode Steve Soboslai talks to us about his impressive 24 year journey with Punchline. He tells us about starting the band at 16 in Pittsburgh and dropping out of College, their time on Fueled by Ramen while label mates Fall Out Boy were blowing up, amongst loads of other things. 'It's The Punchline Music Special' is available on Amazon in the US and YouTube everywhere else. We also discuss new releases from Bleachers, Magnolia Park and Felicity as well as new discovery, The Last

43:30

Jade Jackson

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2021/07/15

For episode 67, we are joined by singer Jade Jackson. Jade has released two albums produced by Social Distortion frontman, Mike Ness. Jade tells us about her background in California and the music she grew up on and how music became a career for her. We get into how lockdown put her flourishing touring schedule on hold and what the plans are the next few years. Look out for Jade's exciting new side project with Aubrie Sellers. Apple Spotify Instagram Twitter Facebook Email

56:20

LOVEBREAKERS (album release)

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2021/06/28

We are joined again by our friends Jack and Christian from LOVEBREAKERS to discuss their newly released album. Produced by Davey Warsop, the album 'Primary Colours' is available everywhere. We talk about the different tracks on the record and what is next for the band. Primary Colours is a fantastic listen and we're seeing big things ahead for the band. Apple Spotify Instagram Twitter Facebook Email

01:15:31

Moon Valjean (Goldfinger/Greek Fire)

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2021/06/12

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the legendary Moon Valjean. Moon leads a busy life playing in Goldfinger, Greek Fire and The Teenage Dirtbags. He is also a radio celebrity in St Louis where he hosts The Rizzuto Show. We get into Moon's history with music and how he became a permanent member of Goldfinger. He was also a member the band Story Of The Year and we discuss his years of success with them and his departure. Goldfinger's most recent album 'Never Look Back' is great and is

49:58

Steve Rawles (Belvedere)

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2021/05/27

For episode 64 we are joined by Steve Rawles of legendary skate punk band, Belvedere. Steve takes us through the amazing history of the band and some of the incredible tours they have done around the world. We discuss his role booking and managing other bands. At the time of our discussion, Belvedere were releasing their sixth studio album, Hindsight Is The Sixth Sense. It is available everywhere. Chris and Nick also discuss new music from Point North, Girlfriends and Dangers Of

01:28:15

Davey Warsop (Sharp Shock/Producer)

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2021/05/02

For episode 63 we are joined by Davey Warsop. Davey works as a producer/engineer in California but also plays in the band Sharp/Shock. We discuss his amazing career which really kicked off when John Feldmann took notice of his old band Beat Union. Davey talks about his years transitioning from the UK to California life. He has worked on a variety of records since setting up his studio, including the new Face To Face album. We also spent time discussing his work on LOVEBREAKERS album as well as his

48:37

Anthony Eve-Murray and Sam Porter (Kali Masi)

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2021/04/20

Episode is 62 is here, and we are joined by Anthony and Sam from Kali Masi. We get into the band's history, working with Jay Maas and their trips to Europe. They have just released their new album '[laughs]', and we discuss how this has been received and what to expect from the band once the world opens up a bit more. Chris and Nick also find time to talk about the new MxPx single and recent music from Dollar Signs, Eastwood and Tigers Jaw. Kali Masi's album '[laughs]' is currently available

01:05:09

Oliver Baxxter (Broadside)

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2021/04/09

It's episode 61, and we are joined by Oliver Baxxter of Broadside. Ollie tells us about how he came to join the band and how they have risen the past few years. We also get into many of Ollie's other projects including his poetry and his work with 'Featured X'. Ollie is currently working on his second book of poetry, but his first one 'You, Me and The Moon' is available now worldwide. Broadside's latest album 'Into The Raging Sea' is avaialble wherever you get your

01:07:59

John O'Callaghan (The Maine)

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2021/03/25

It’s our 60th episode and we are joined by John O’Callaghan, singer of The Maine. There is a lot going on for John at the moment, in February he released the debut album of his solo project John The Ghost. Then this month The Maine released their new single ‘Sticky’ and announce their new album ‘XOXO: From Love and Anxiety in Real Time’. John goes into detail about his latest projects as well as giving us the background of his musical career. ‘Sticky’ is now out everywhere. Check out the music

01:10:19

Jack Perry and Christian O'Reilly (LOVEBREAKERS)

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2021/03/12

Episode 59 is here and we are joined by Jack and Christian from LOVEBREAKERS. We had a blast doing this one! The boys tell us what is was like coming up in bands in the Birmingham scene and how they came together. In their comparatively short history, they have already booked the main support for the Social Distortion European tour and recorded a full length with Davey Warsop in Los Angeles. You can hear a few singles of the album now, including Chris and Nick's song of 2020 'Family Man'. Primary

01:13:58

Cyrus Bolooki (New Found Glory)

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2021/02/14

As longtime fans of New Found Glory, we are very happy to have Cyrus Bolooki as our latest guest. We discuss how productive NFG have been over the past year with their many projects! We get into some of the band's history and the crazy days of being MTV TRL regulars. Cyrus has also drummed for Goldfinger recently, so we ask about that. New Found Glory's tenth full length, Forever and Ever x Infinity, is a fantastic listen and is available

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