The Rumors are True Podcast

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J.J. Miller and Rob Brown (Sal Paradise)

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2026/10/02

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with JJ Miller and Rob Brown from the mysterious Australian band Sal Paradise for a conversation about one of the more intriguing and overlooked stories in the history of Tooth & Nail Records.If you were digging through the Tooth & Nail catalog in the mid-'90s, Sal Paradise was a band that seemed to come out of nowhere. An Australian band surrounded by the very American world of Tooth & Nail, they didn't exactly fit the mold of what many

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67:40

Kevin Robinson (Gvth Dvddy, Viva Voce, etc)

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2026/09/25

The Prolific Kevin Robinson is back on The Rumors Are True! We’re excited to welcome back our returning guest for another conversation about music, creativity, and everything that comes along with being a lifelong part of the independent music scene.Kevin has been involved with a number of incredible projects over the years, including Viva Voce, fraNcis, Electric Ill, Blue Giant, and more. Now he’s back with his latest project, GVTH DVDDY, the collaboration with Jake Endicott that brings together

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93:43

Cody Bonnette (As Cities Burn, Hawkboy)

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2026/09/18

On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, we welcome Cody Bonnette, best known as a founding member, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for As Cities Burn, as well as a member of Hawkboy. Cody takes us back to the early days of As Cities Burn, the band's rise through the post-hardcore scene, signing with Solid State Records, and the making of records that would become hugely influential to a generation of listeners. From Son, I Loved You at Your Darkest to Come Now Sleep and Hell or High

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81:45

Kyle Setter (Destroy the Runner)

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2026/09/11

On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Setter, known for his time as the vocalist of Destroy the Runner and Sever Your Ties. We take a deep dive into Kyle’s musical journey, including his time with Destroy the Runner and the era surrounding their debut album Saints, as well as his work with Sever Your Ties and the different chapters that followed throughout his career.Kyle shares stories from being part of the heavy music scene, the friendships, touring, recording,

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109:23

Tommy Walter (Abandoned Pools, Eels)

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2026/09/04

On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, we welcome Tommy Walter, the creative force behind Abandoned Pools and a musician whose career has taken him through some truly influential corners of alternative and indie rock. Tommy joins us to talk about his musical journey, the formation and evolution of Abandoned Pools, the records that have connected with listeners over the years, and the stories behind the music.We take a deeper dive into the history of Abandoned Pools, discussing the

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126:47

Adam Morgan (Hopesfall)

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2026/08/28

On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Adam Morgan from the influential North Carolina band Hopesfall. We talk about Adam's time with the band, the early days of Hopesfall, and the experiences that helped shape their unique blend of hardcore, post-hardcore, and melodic metal.We dig into the records, the evolution of Hopesfall's sound, touring, and the people and scenes that surrounded the band throughout their career. Adam shares stories from his time in Hopesfall

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117:42

Chris Dudley (Underoath)

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2026/08/21

On this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Chris Dudley, best known as the keyboardist for the influential metalcore band Underoath. Chris takes us through his journey with the band, the early days of Underoath, the evolution of their sound, and what it was like being part of a group that helped shape the heavy music scene of the 2000s.We dig into the stories behind the records, touring, the friendships and experiences that came along with being in Underoath, and the

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73:30

Ryan Rado (Make it Perfect Podcast, Colson)

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2026/08/14

In this episode of The Rumors Are True Podcast, Jeremy sits down with Ryan Rado, host of Make It Perfect, visual artist, and musician best known for his work with the Nashville hardcore band Colson. Ryan has been involved in the Nashville music and hardcore scene for years, while also building a career as an artist and creating the Make It Perfect show, a unique platform where he talks with artists, musicians, and other creatives about their lives, work, and the ideas behind what they

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79:12

Orion Walsh (Slow Coming Day)

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2026/08/07

The Rumors Are True PodcastThis week on The Rumors Are True, we're joined by Orion Walsh, vocalist and guitarist of the influential post-hardcore band Slow Coming Day. Orion reflects on the band's beginnings, signing with Tooth & Nail Records, and the impact Slow Coming Day had during the early 2000s melodic hardcore and emo movement. We discuss the writing and recording of their albums, life on the road, and what it was like to be part of a generation of bands that helped shape an era of

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64:44

Justin Jones (Idle Threat)

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2026/07/31

This week on The Rumors Are True, we're joined by Justin Jones, drummer and founding member of idle threat, the Nashville-based rock band signed to Tooth & Nail Records. Justin shares the story behind the band's formation, their DIY beginnings, and the journey that led them to one of the most respected labels in alternative and heavy music. We talk about the passion that drives idle threat, the band's message of hope through struggle, and the experiences that have shaped their music over the

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73:37

Erick Newbill (Fair, Subways on the Sun)

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2026/07/24

This week on The Rumors Are True, we welcome Erick Newbill from Fair and Subways on the Sun. Erick joins us for an in-depth conversation about his musical journey, from joining Aaron Sprinkle's acclaimed alternative rock band Fair to fronting the Seattle indie rock outfit Subways on the Sun. We dive into the creative process behind both bands, the evolution of his songwriting, balancing music with life, and the stories behind the records that have connected with fans over the years.We also discuss

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109:07

Dan Didier (The Promise Ring, Maritime, Vermont)

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2026/07/17

This week on The Rumors Are True, we're joined by Dan Didier, drummer for The Promise Ring, Maritime, Vermont, and more. Dan has been an integral part of the independent music scene for decades, helping shape the sound of one of the most influential emo and indie rock bands of the late '90s before continuing his musical journey with Maritime and other projects. In this conversation, Dan reflects on the early days of The Promise Ring, the band's lasting legacy, life on the road, songwriting,

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73:22

Ryan Dominguez (Tokyo Rose)

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2026/07/10

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, we welcome Ryan Dominguez from the band Tokyo Rose. Ryan joins us for a conversation about the formation of Tokyo Rose, the New Jersey emo and pop-punk scene of the early 2000s, and the journey that led the band from local shows to national tours, the Vans Warped Tour, and the release of beloved albums including Reinventing a Lost Art, New American Saint, and The Promise in Compromise. We also dive into the stories behind the albums, discussing the producers

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83:48

Chris Raines (Spitfire, Norma Jean, Sunndrug)

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2026/07/03

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy welcomes Chris Raines for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable journey through some of heavy music's most influential underground bands. Chris reflects on the early days of Spitfire, a pioneering Virginia Beach metalcore band that helped shape the sound of heavy music in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He shares stories from recording albums such as The Dead Next Door, navigating lineup changes, relentless touring, and the band's lasting impact

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112:30

James and Jon Tuttle (Codeseven, Telescreen)

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2026/06/26

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with brothers James Tuttle and Jon Tuttle of the influential North Carolina band Codeseven and the atmospheric post-Codeseven project Telescreen. The conversation traces the band's journey from their early hardcore and metal roots in the mid-1990s through their evolution into one of the most innovative and melodic acts in underground rock. James and Jon share stories from the creation of landmark releases such as A Sense of Coalition, The

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83:33

Chris Daly (Texas is the Reason, Jets to Brazil, 108,...

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2026/06/19

The Rumors Are True Podcast welcomes Chris Daly, legendary drummer known for his work with Texas Is the Reason, Jets to Brazil, 108, Ressurection, and many other influential projects. Chris joins the show to look back on his incredible journey through the hardcore, post-hardcore, and indie rock scenes—from the raw intensity of early ’90s hardcore with Ressurection and 108, to helping shape the emotional and melodic sound of Texas Is the Reason, and later creating timeless records with Jets to

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81:32

Johnathan Ford and Matthew Putman (Unwed Sailor)

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2026/06/12

In this special returning guest episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy welcomes back Johnathon Ford and Matthew Putman from the acclaimed instrumental post-rock band Unwed Sailor. As longtime collaborators and creative partners, Johnathon and Matthew dive deep into the band's remarkable journey, reflecting on the evolution of Unwed Sailor and the creative vision that has guided the band through multiple eras of independent music.A major focus of this conversation is a deep dive into Unwed Sailor's

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73:48

Bob Nanna (Braid, Hey Mercedes, etc.)

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2026/06/05

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy welcomes Bob Nanna from the influential bands Braid, Hey Mercedes, etc. for a conversation diving deep into the roots of emo, independent music culture, songwriting, and the lasting impact of the underground scene. Bob reflects on the early days of Braid, the creative energy that surrounded the Midwest punk and emo movement, and how those experiences shaped both his music and personal life over the years.The discussion explores the transition from

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59:45

Christopher Lewis (The Kinison)

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2026/05/29

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy sits down with Christopher Lee Lewis from the post-hardcore band The Kinison for a deep conversation about music, chaos, creativity, and the journey that took the band from small-town Illinois to sharing stages with some of the biggest names in alternative rock. Known for their explosive energy, emotionally charged songwriting, and cult classic album What Are You Listening To?, The Kinison left a lasting mark on the early 2000s underground

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70:39

Stephen Laurenson (Copeland, States, Abloom)

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2026/05/22

On this episode of The Rumors Are True, Jeremy is joined by Stephen Laurenson from Copeland, along with discussions surrounding his work in States, Abloom, and Demure. Stephen reflects on his time with Copeland and the band’s lasting influence on the indie and alternative scene through their emotionally rich songwriting, ambient textures, and deeply personal live performances. The conversation explores the creative process behind the music, life on the road, and how Copeland built a dedicated

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