That’s Awesome with Joe
By Joe Occhiuti
That’s Awesome with JoeMay 21, 2020
Episode 13: Andres
Today on the pod:
Joe and Josh introduce their subscription based community on Throne- for more info listen to the episode or head to Throne.live/@joeOcchiuti
Today's featured interview is with Andres. During the interview Joe and Andres discuss his musical background, Andres's work ethic and unique ideas, and recount some pretty entertaining stories.
Intro- Highschool - Andres feat. Tyler Carter
Mid- Multiverse pt. 2- Andres, Kurt Travis, Donovan Melero
End- Maybe- Andres
Episode 12: Tyler Levenson (Afterlife)
This week, Joe talks with Tyler, the singer of Afterlife. They discuss how Afterlife became a band, how they've changed since their start, and their first tour with Affiance. Tyler and Joe toured together on Joe's first run with Ice Nine Kills, so they talk about memories from that tour. Following the mandatory urine-related tour story from Tyler, the two also talk about sports coming back after being postponed due to COVID-19.
Episode 12- Justin Morrow (Motionless In White / Cipher Sight)
Today on the pod- Joe returns from vacation and catches up with Josh. Our guest this week is Justin Morrow of Motionless In White and Cipher Sight and formerly of Ice Nine Kills.
Episode 11: Tyler Young (Makeout, Vantavoid)
Today on the pod, Joe talks to Tyler Young. Tyler is the guitarist and songwriter for Makeout and Vantavoid. Makeout has just released their new single 'Home' and recently introduced their new vocalist. Tyler also released a new project called Vantavoid which charted on the iTunes metal charts day one. Tyler also shares stories from the road, and shares his experience working with Travis Barker.
Episode 10: Ricky Armellino
On this episode Joe and Josh talk to Ricky about his old project This Or The Apocalypse, his new project HAWK, and his production styles and journey. Just like a normal conversation between Ricky and Joe, its mostly just tangents and stories. Enjoy.
Intro- Mileage- HAWK
Mid- Alibi- HAWK
End- Counter-Ops- HAWK
Episode 9: Andy Leo (Crown The Empire)
Joe checks in with Josh while he’s on vacation in Colorado. Joe and Josh chat with Andy Leo from Crown the Empire about the bands roots, the bands quick rise, and strategies the band has used to establish themselves in the scene. We also hear about Andy’s passion for MMA training, and a great story about a secret skid mark.
Intro- Blurry
Mid- MSZRY
End- What I Am
Episode 8: Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills)
Today on That's Awesome-
Joe talks to Josh about the episode and some impacts of Covid-19 on the music industry.
Joe also talks with Dan Sugarman of ice Nine Kills about some experiences they've had both being in the band together, and living together. With a break in the middle of the episode for Dan and Joe to get high, you'll want to listen all the way through for another crazy tour story from Dan.
Songs (all off of Dan's Album [Inside/Out | Part I]):
1. Nova [ feat. Ruben Alvarez ]
2. Mind Frame [ feat. Sims Cashion ]
3. The Unattainable
Episode 7: Mat Madiro (From Ashes To New)
Today on That’s Awesome-
Joe publicly introduces Josh. Josh runs all the accounts for That’s Awesome and handles a lot of the busy work that Joe is terrible at doing.
Joe talks with Mat Madiro of From Ashes To New about his musical journey, and the two back to back tours they did together last year. Stay till the end to hear about their respective bands late night farting habits.
Intro: My Name
Mid: What I Get
End: Panic
Episode 6: Anthony and Boz of Capstan
Intro- Livebait
Mid- We’ll Always Have Paris
End- Stars Before The Sun
Episode 5: Patrick Galante (Ice Nine Kills, American Nosebleed, Affiance)
Joe talk with his bandmate Patrick about the path that lead him to playing drums in Ice Nine Kills. A longer interview, but some entertaining talk (hopefully) between two very close friends.
Episode 4: Tyler Smyth (Myth, Dangerkids, I Prevail, Falling in Reverse...)
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Joe talks with Tyler about his journey to become a grammy nominated producer, his past bands, and his passion for EDM and pop music. A great episode for those looking for some insight into the world of production.
Episode 3: Josh Katz (Badflower)
Joe talks with Josh Katz (Badflower) about the roots of his band, how he got into music, and the unique and interesting timeline of the band. Josh discusses everything from being passed on by every label at a showcase, to the bands first tour ever supporting the Veronicas in Europe.
Intro- Ghost
Mid- Promise Me
End- The Jester
Episode 2: Cody Carson (Set It Off)
On This Episode:
Joe updates you on his studio move, his roommate moving in, and how he's being productive during quarantine.
Joe chats with Cody Carson (Set It Off) about recent news with Set It Off, Set It Off's early days of touring, and both Joe and Cody get carried away with old tour stories.
Intro: Killer In The Mirror
Mid: One Single Second
End: Happy All The Time
Episode 1: Donovan Melero (Hail The Sun, Nova Charisma, Sianvar)
On this episode:
Joe talks about his new podcast, discusses his experience with quarantining during the Corona Virus outbreak, and talks about what you can do to help out the guests and the podcast.
Joe chats with Donovan Melero (Hail The Sun, Nova Charisma, Sianvar) and talks about Donovans terrible internet service, how his work as an agent has been affected by the Corona Virus, his love of Delta Airlines and dislike of Spirit Air, his musical history, and his bandmates drinking urine.
Intro: Hail The Sun- Repellent
Mid: Donovan Melero- All Fruit Eventually Rots (Angelina)
End: Nova Charisma- Misleading The Story