The Pit Podcast - Platform for Local Bands
By Jon Galdamez
The Pit Podcast - Platform for Local BandsApr 13, 2020
Episode 7 - Suppress
On this episode we got to talk with Josh Henderson from Suppress about their first single "Baldwin," now on Spotify. We discuss the writing process behind this release and also how the vision for this local post-hardcore project developed.
Check out Supress on all streaming platforms and follow them @suppresssound
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Intro song "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Follow us @thepit.sd & check out our website www.sdthepit.com
Episode produced by Dylan Smith (@magnoliaprospect)
Episode 6 - Sidewalks End
On this episode we got to talk with Will Finsterbusch about his newest project Sidewalks End. "Ghost In The Attic" is their first single, now on Spotify, and he has a lot more in store for the future. We explore his writing process and how his personal experiences become expressed through his music.
Check out Sidewalks End on all streaming platforms and follow him @w.jfinn
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Intro song "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Follow us @thepit.sd & check out our website www.sdthepit.com
Episode produced by Dylan Smith (@magnoliaprospect)
Episode 5 - South Beacons
Felipe Pezzoli, from the Art Rock Band South Beacons, came on THE PIT to talk about his newest album "The Lavender Sun." Holding many different artistic inspirations, including the horror movie Midsommar, we discuss the complexity of music and what goes into piecing together an album. Interview starts at 14 m 15s
Check out South Beacons' music on all streaming platforms and follow them @southbeacons
Also, local bands in San Diego are working together during this time to come out of this pandemic ready with new music and shows lined-up once things are safe. Take a second to check out these bands and follow them on social media to stay updated with new projects and more coming up.
Episode produced by Dylan Smith (@magnoliaprospect) Intro song "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Follow us @thepit.sd & check out our website www.sdthepit.com
Episode 4 - Anemoria
Anemoria is an OC band that brings Post-hardcore, pop and funk influences to their music. Jon got to talk with them about their self-titled EP, their newest single "Jelly Beans" and the direction they are taking with their upcoming music. You'll also get to hear how the band came together and how pineapples seem to have a big connection to their music.
Interview starts - 9m 39s
Listen to Anemoria on all streaming sites & youtube and follow them on social media @anemoriamusic
Also, hear about how San Diego bands are connecting during this time of social distancing to plan shows and release new music as soon as things are safe. Follow local bands Shawshank Redeemed, Fear Converge, Suppress, Amaya Lights and Emerald Bay to stay updated.
Episode produced by Dylan Smith with @magnoliaprospect
Intro Track - "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Follow @thepit.sd and check out our website www.sdthepit.com
Episode 3 - Small Talk.
"STAY EMO WITH SMALL TALK. SAN DIEGO SAD MUSIC.” These Emo Boys bring a hard punch with their lyrics and they aren't ashamed of it. We got to talk with Vic, Elliot and Ness from local San Diego band Small Talk to connect about their debut EP "Drowning in your Absence" and their newest single "Sleep Deprived." Musical influences, pre-show codewords, and Mario Kart beef; we cover it all on this week's episode.
Interview Starts - 28m
Follow them @smalltalk.sd & find their music on all streaming platforms!
For more info on Emo Karaoke follow @everythingisalrightsd
Gabe & Jon also talk about our favorite Marvel Movie and the Bill Clinton meme. "We did not have sexual relations with those vinyls."
Episode produced by Dylan Smith w/ @magnoliaprospect
Intro Track - "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Follow @thepit.sd, check out our channel on youtube, & visit www.sdthepit.com for more!
Episode 2 - Zero South
Meeting in college at UCSD and starting a Progressive-Metalcore band, for Episode #2 we got to talk with KOSTYANTYN (lead vocalist) from Zero South to discuss how the band came together, working with members moving in and out of the band, side projects, and more!
Interview Starts - 19m 35s
Their Debut EP (Infinitesimal) and their new single "Enmity" are available on all streaming services. Follow them at @zerosouthsd
Gabe & Jon also discuss feeling angsty and turning on some pop punk during this time of social distancing and more.
Produced by Dylan Smith w/ @magnoliaprospect
Intro Track - "Prison of Lies (Instrumental)" by Emerald Bay
Check out @thepit.sd, subscribe on Youtube, & go to www.sdthepit.com for more info!
Episode 1 - Swim, Gustavo!
Underwater themes, putting a song together living in different parts of Southern California, and Animal Crossing; for our first episode of The Pit Podcast we got to sit down and talk with the dudes from Swim, Gustavo! We had Sam Mora (vocals), Aldrynne Eslava (vocals), and Macklyn Flannery (Guitar/Vocals) who discussed their debut album "El Mar Mi Amor" that came out last year and what went into that project.
Start of Interview - 23m 35s
Gabe & Jon also discussed how they are surviving life in quarantine, what they are listening to, and how they are keeping off of their couch.
Produced by Dylan Smith with @Magnolia Prospect
Social Media (IG/Twitter) - @thepit.sd
Website - www.sdthepit.com
The Pit Podcast - Trailer
Created by three members of a San Diego Hardcore band (Emerald Bay), The Pit Podcast is a platform is for local/DIY bands to share their about their art and what goes into their music.
Hosted by Gabe Rodriguez & Jon Galdamez
Produced by Dlyan Smith w/ @MagnoliaProspect
Social Media (IG/Twitter) - @thepit.sd
Website - www.sdthepit.com