In this anniversary episode of the Struggling Artists Podcast, Aria Rad hosts and puts Trev in the hot seat asking questions about the podcast, his hometown, and early guests. Both reflect on the journey of the podcast, highlight the importance of community and creativity, and the evolution of The Struggling Artist. They share messages from friends of the show and more. Thank you to everyone who has stuck by us on this incredible journey.

Photo Cred: Red Eyed Photography

Song: Last Gold Dollar by Coffin Salesman & Fanged Fawn

Ryan and Dave discuss December's Record Club Selection - DCxPC Live Vol. 39: Blind Adam and The Federal League Live at Bottom Lounge.

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Jonathan Kent of This Is Just A Record Label and This Is Just A Phase Podcast talks with Trev about growing up and finding punk rock. The opportunity to work with independent artists, community and more.

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Brian and Jeff of Western Massachusetts  Ska-core band PWRUP talk with Trev about their experiences in the ska punk scene, the importance of community in music, and their strategies for music distribution and marketing. They discuss the band’s dynamic in chemistry and sound,  their release Just Devils and more. 

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Trev, Jeff, and Chris recap the year of their favorite new releases as well as their favorite discoveries of this past year’s Turntable episodes.

Trev reflects back on his past year and years past. He also does some self-reflection. Be kinder to yourself. Happy New Year.

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Buffalo rock band Soul Butchers, talks with Trev about the how the band came to be. Playing shows, and their latest album, Second Death.

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Ryan and Dave discuss the record club selection for November, 40 Reps - Heads UP

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Richmond VA rockers40 Reps, talk with Trev about their Journey through music. The power of community. Putting yourself out there. Their latest album Heads Up on Say-10 Records and more.

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Aria Rad brings you the latest news on releases, shows, and more in this month’s Underground Noise. Do you have news on a upcoming release or tour? Email Aria

SQUALLIE GREENTHUMB IS BACK FOR HIS YEARLY BREAKDOWN OF MIRACLE ON COMM AVE COMPILATION TO SUPPORT CHILD'S PLAY CHARITY. GO TO MIRACLE ON COMM AVE BANDCAMP TO SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE AND BUY A GREAT COMPILATION.

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Andrea from MK Naomi and Trev discuss the band's journey, creative process, and the impact of mental health on their music as well as vulnerability in their lyrics. Andrea shares her chaotic writing style, the importance of community support, the dynamics of band chemistry and more.

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The crew is back to talk music recommendations for your ears with their local picks and X-Factor, in this month’s turntable. December’s criteria was Socks / Stockings.

Matthew Norman has returned to talk about his latest book, Grace & Henry’s Holiday Movie Marathon. They discuss the book in depth with no spoilers. They talk about the holidays, holiday movies, writing a book with two first person point of view narratives, and more. You can pick up Grace & Henry’s Holiday Movie Marathon wherever you buy books.

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Aria Rad brings you the latest news on releases, shows, and more in this month’s Underground Noise. Do you have news on a upcoming release or tour? Email Aria

Jamie of Loser’s Circle is back to promote this year’s Tunes for Tots Show which is on Saturday December 6th, at The Midway Cafe, 3pm.

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With it being the holidays Chris and Trev decided to give everyone access to a special Holiday edition of LISTS! In this episode the fellas rattle off a list of twenty foods their families have for Thanksgiving, then draft a top 5 food for their plate. Did they leave a a favorite of yours on the table? Did your favorite dish get mentioned at all? Who had the better plate? Find out in Thanksgiving Holiday face off of LISTS!

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The Recap is back, but with two new hosts! Dave and Ryan are members of the Record Club and are going to give you all their reviews of the albums moving forward! Trev and Chris join them in this episode to pass the torch, they talk Sammy K, Girth Control, Little Low, and October’s selection The Artist Known As Tim, Bitter As Hell

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Multi medium artist Gregg Deal talks with Trev about creativity, his band Dead Pioneers, how he got into public speaking. They discuss the transformative power of personal experiences, particularly trauma, in shaping artistic expression. Gregg reflects on how the challenges faced in life can be channeled into creativity, allowing for emotional healing and growth.

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Scott Pasch, owner of DCxPC Live has returned to the podcast to talk about his new podcast Scene Support! A podcast where he interviews the unsung heroes of the music industry. Scott and Trev talk about DCxPC Live, the Hudson valley, booking shows, and more.