The New Scene

Episodios

• Episode 340: Buddy Nielsen of Senses Fail 29.06.2026 1h 56m

  Keith sits down with Buddy Nielsen to discuss growing up in New Jersey, discovering the local scene, the formation of Senses Fail and the band's quick rise to popularity after the release of their debut LP "Let It Enfold You". We also discuss the making of their classic LP "Still Searching", the debilitating anxiety and depression Buddy dealt with during this period of the band, the gripping story of how Buddy found internal peace and his own personal identity against massive odds, the Still Searching 20th anniversary and upcoming tour, navigating the unsure state of our modern world and more. Intro - 0:00 - 4:59Buddy Nielsen Interview - 5:00 - 1:56:43
• That's Fair Podcast - Episode 10 Preview: Billy Werner of Saetia 26.06.2026 24m

  Check out this preview of Episode 10 featuring Billy Werner of Saetia. To hear the full episode, sign up to our Patreon for FREE at https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheNewScene That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 10: "It's For Anybody, But It's Not For Everybody" w/ Billy Werner of Saetia Keith and Nathaniel welcome Billy Werner to the show and we discuss how Nathaniel linked up with Saetia for a long term documentation project, some Saetia history, shows during the original run of the band vs. now, the supportive community that has formed around Saetia since their return, Billy and Saetia's history with the New York City venue ABC No Rio, charities that have been supported by the band through recent shows they have played, Saetia's recent gig at the Hollywood Palladium with Touche Amore and others, the making of 2025's "Tendrils" EP, what to expect from Saetia in the future, Billy's recent discovery and appreciation of the Grateful Dead, a run in with the law that made Billy realize it may be time to take a break from the DJ nightlife and more.  
• Episode 339: Jebb Riley of There Were Wires / Teardrops 22.06.2026 1h 11m

  Keith welcomes Jebb Riley back to the show and we discuss some There Were Wires history, the release of the band's 2003 LP "Somnambulists", the band's initial breakup in 2004 and Jebb's post-There Were Wires bands Disappearer and Doomriders. We also discuss the new There Were Wires LP "Vessel", how the band started writing again, the creative process for the record, their 2022 reunion show, Jebb's newest band Teardrops, the making of their 2024 EP "Something To Cry About" and more.
• Episode 338: Doug Robinson of HELD. / The Sleeping 15.06.2026 1h 17m

  Keith sits down with Doug Robinson to discuss growing up in New Jersey, discovering the local scene, joining The Sleeping at just 18 years old, the early days of the band, signing with Victory Records and the band's experience on the label. We also discuss the formation of HELD. by The Sleeping members Doug Robinson and Sal Mignano with Doug stepping into the guitar player and vocalist role, how the band linked up with Josh Eppard of Coheed and Cambria as drummer for the band, the making of their debut LP "Grey", the creative process and themes behind the LP, recording with Jon Markson, signing with MNRK Heavy, what's next for HELD. and more. Intro - 0:00 - 5:13Doug Robinson Interview - 5:14 - 1:17:25
• Episode 337: Travis Shettel of Piebald 08.06.2026 59m

  Keith welcomes Travis Shettel back to the show and we discuss Travis's life in New Orleans, what he's been up to since his last visit to the show, the current state of American life and the genesis of the new Piebald LP "Tales For The Rages." We also discuss how Piebald started working on new music after a long hiatus, the creative process and themes behind the record, mixing the album with Jay Mass, Travis's overall thoughts on Piebald and what the band wanted to achieve on the new LP, the making of the music videos for "Tales For The Rages", reflections on Piebald's history and more. Intro - 0:00 - 5:57Piebald Interview - 5:58 - 59:26
• Episode 336: Ralph Cuseglio of Rye Coalition 01.06.2026 1h 16m

  Keith sits down with Ralph Cuseglio to discuss living in Philadelphia, running, early musical influence from Michael Jackson and Prince, discovering independent music and early formative shows Ralph attended at ABC No Rio and other venues. We also discuss the formation of Rye Coalition, the band's early history, recording "On Top" with Steve Albini, the creative evolution of the band, notable tours with The Mars Volta and Queens of the Stone Age, their near major label debut "Curses" that was produced by Dave Grohl, touring with Foo Fighters, their recent reunion and upcoming performance at Caterwaul Fest and more.     Intro - 0:00 - 5:03Rye Coalition Interview - 5:04 - 1:08:25Outro - 1:08:40 - 1:16:44
• Episode 335: Josh Jakubowski of Neil Perry / Hot Cross 25.05.2026 59m

  Keith sits down with Josh Jakubowski to discuss growing up in Freehold, New Jersey, discovering the local scene, the formation of Neil Perry, the landscape of the screamo scene at the time and Neil Perry's place in it, joining Joshua Fit for Battle on guitar, Josh's short lived but impactful band The Now and some of their history, the acoustic duo of Josh and Vadim Taver in the band Superstitions of the Sky, Josh's post Neil Perry band Hot Cross formed with members of Saetia, Josh's engineering work, what's next for Neil Perry and more. Intro - 0:00 - 3:44Josh Jakubowski Interview - 3:45 - 59:49
• Episode 334: Marc Byrd of Hammock 18.05.2026 1h 36m

  Keith welcomes Marc Byrd back to the show and we discuss Hammock's new LP "The Second Coming Was a Moonrise", insights behind the creative process for the record, collaborating with Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips on "Chemicals Make You Small" and the interesting story behind the title of the record. We also discuss Marc's previous upbringing in a strict fundamentalist Christian household, grappling with his history and developing an individual belief system in modern times, sobriety, the Cure's influence on Hammock, the current studio spaces the band is working out of,  life occurrences Marc and Andrew have survived (including a tornado and flood), how these have influenced Hammock's music and more. Intro - 0:00 - 4:19Marc Byrd Interview - 4:20 - 1:29:48Outro - 1:30:02 - 1:36:21
• That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 09: I Can't Do This Anymore 14.05.2026 1h 23m

  To celebrate Keith's 9 years of sobriety, we offer you these two individual stories of people getting their lives together. Keith tells his story of sinking into addiction and how he climbed out of it. Nathaniel tells the story of his descent into alcoholism and how he cut back and improved his life. We hope these stories can offer help for anyone out there struggling with similar issues.
• Episode 333: Joey Chiaramonte of Koyo 11.05.2026 1h 11m

  Keith welcomes Joey Chiaramonte back to the show and we discuss Koyo's hectic run of touring since the release of their debut LP "Would You Miss It?", some insights behind the record, the making of their new LP "Barely Here", how the band managed to demo the album while away on tour, Joey's vocal recording process, staying true to the band and audience vs. creative expansion, the wild backyard video shoot for "Irreversible", the balance of band life vs. home life, reflections on the triple headliner tour with Anxious and One Step Closer, Joey's recent move from New York to Los Angeles and more. Intro - 0:00 - 4:24Koyo Interview - 4:25 - 1:11:43
• Episode 332: Piper Ferrari of Roman Candle 04.05.2026 1h 8m

  Keith sits down with Piper Ferrari to discuss growing up in Las Vegas, discovering the local scene, how it has developed over the last decade, dealing with gatekeepers and Piper's early band sowithout. We also discuss the formation of Roman Candle, the early days of the band, the viral TikTok moment that thrust them into notoriety, the making of their debut LP "Unadulterated", the central themes behind the record, the band's creative process, what's next for Roman Candle and more. Intro- 0:00 - 3:23Roman Candle Interview - 3:24 - 58:48Outro - 59:03 - 1:08:31
• Episode 331: Daniel Danger of The Saddest Landscape 27.04.2026 1h 10m

  Keith sits down with Daniel Danger to discuss growing up in central Massachusetts, discovering independent music, finding early inspiration in Plow United, Daniel's work as an illustrator and poster designs he has made for Nine Inch Nails, The Cure and other bands. We also discuss the chance meeting that led to Daniel joining The Saddest Landscape, the making of their new double LP "Alone With Heaven" which spanned a decade, several producers including Steve Albini, many personal hurdles and a reset to remake the entire LP, Daniel's solo LP "The Casper Mask" and more.  Intro - 0:00 - 3:13The Saddest Landscape Interview - 3:14 - 1:10:11
• That's Fair Podcast - Episode 4 Preview: Nick Sakes of Dazzling Killmen 22.04.2026 22m

  That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 04 Preview: How Does One Be In a Band Like This? w/ Nick Sakes of Dazzling Killmen Keith & Nathaniel welcome Nick Sakes of the Dazzling Killmen to the show. Dazzling Killmen recently reunited for a tour of the U.S. and Nick has found himself at a personal crossroads: with renewed interest in the band and more tours on the way - how does Nick balance the band with his work life? Will he step into the unknown and take on the life of a touring musician once again? Join us as we work through this topic and more with Nick. Check out this episode preview and then sign up for the New Scene Patreon to hear the full episode free of charge. https://www.patreon.com/c/TheNewScene
• Episode 330: Scott Vogel of Terror 20.04.2026 1h 10m

  Keith welcomes Scott Vogel back to the show and we discuss cutting back on drinking, how Scott's life and performances have improved since cutting back, developing new healthy routines and our mutual love of Sunny Day Real Estate. We also discuss the making of the new Terror LP "Still Suffer", how the band got together in the desert of California to work on the record, album collaborations with Chuck Ragan of Hot Water Music and Jay Petagine of Mindforce, Terror's upcoming tour with End It + Pain of Truth and more. Intro - 0:00 - 3:44Scott Vogel Interview - 3:45 - 1:02:35Outro - 1:02:50 - 1:10:10
• That's Fair Podcast - Episode 6 Preview: Colin Frangicetto of Circa Survive 15.04.2026 23m

  That's Fair w/ Keith & Nathaniel - Episode 06: I Don't Know What Happens Going Forward w/ Colin Frangicetto of Circa Survive. Keith and Nathaniel welcome Colin Frangicetto to the show and we discuss Colin's trajectory as a working artist, making ends meet month to month, the pandemic timeline and how it shaped the fate of Circa Survive, Circa's hiatus, the personal steps Colin had to take to secure his future in the wake of the hiatus, how the band started communicating again, what Colin is doing to prepare for the upcoming shows, the guy who tried to sell Colin scalped tickets to his own band's show and more.  Check out this episode preview and then sign up for the New Scene Patreon to hear the full episode free of charge. https://www.patreon.com/c/TheNewScene
• Episode 329: Steve Von Till of Neurosis 13.04.2026 1h 2m

  Keith welcomes Steve Von Till back to the show and we discuss the rebirth of Neurosis, the addition of Aaron Turner to the lineup, the charitable act that helped inspire the band to record and play live once again, the making of the band's new LP "An Undying Love For A Burning World", the creative process behind the record, musings on the current state of the world, insights on Steve's latest solo record "Alone In A World Of Wounds" and more. Intro - 0:00 - 3:56Steve Von Till Interview - 3:57 - 55:04Outro - 55:18 - 1:02:28
• Episode 328: Damien Moyal of As Friends Rust / Morning Again / Damien Done 06.04.2026 1h 8m

  Keith sits down with Damien Moyal to discuss growing up in South Florida, discovering punk and hardcore through the thrash scene and Minor Threat, the South Florida hardcore scene in the 90's, a retrospective and reflections on Damien's time with his bands Culture, Morning Again and As Friends Rust, Damien's decision to leave As Friends Rust and distance himself from music in 2002, relocating from South Florida to Michigan, Damien's solo work in Damien Done, his upcoming European tour with Morning Again and more.     Intro - 0:00 - 4:40Damien Moyal Interview - 4:41 - 1:08:26
• Episode 327: Mikey Kent of Private Hell 30.03.2026 1h 15m

  Keith welcomes Mikey Kent back to the show and we discuss quitting drinking, navigating the current state of the world and our responsibility in it, Mikey's band Private Hell and their new EP "To Dust You Shall Return" and the themes of personal loss, struggle and attempts to find hope in this world that influenced the EP. We also discuss Mikey's history booking shows in Richmond, the difficulties of booking in the modern age, a recent Deadguy + PG.99 show that Mikey put together, Mikey's horror movie podcast Years of Fear, his upcoming new band The Trojan War and more. Intro - 0:00 - 3:48Private Hell Interview - 3:49 - 1:06:42Outro - 1:06:56 - 1:15:52
• Episode 326: Chris Hornbrook & Vadim Taver of Poison The Well 23.03.2026 2h 12m

  Keith welcomes Chris Hornbrook back to the show and we discuss Chris's youth growing up in South Florida, his intro to punk and hardcore music, the community he found within it and joining Poison the Well. We also discuss some Poison The Well history, Chris's reflections on the legacy and discography of the band, the making of the new Poison the Well LP "Peace In Place", the band's creative and decision making process for the LP, recording with Will Putney and more. Keith also welcomes Vadim Taver back to the show and we discuss Chris and Vadim's short-lived band that led to Vadim joining Poison the Well in 2016. We also discuss Poison the Well tour stories, the band's performance at Sound & Fury Fest, their 2025 sold out show at Brooklyn Paramount, Vadim's first time playing the Electric Factory in Philadelphia with Poison the Well, different musical landmarks Vadim has achieved over the years and more. Intro - 0:00 - 4:51Chris Hornbrook Interview - 4:52 - 1:13:13Vadim Taver Interview - 1:13:14 - 2:12:06
• Episode 325: Carina Round of Puscifer 16.03.2026 59m

  Keith sits down with Carina Round to discuss growing up in Wolverhampton UK, finding refuge in music at a young age, early solo performance experiences, signing with Interscope Records and her first solo tour of America. We also discuss Carina joining forces with Puscifer, her initial meeting with Maynard James Keenan and Matt Mitchell of the band, the making of their latest LP "Normal Isn't", the band's dynamics + creative process and more.  Intro - 0:00 - 3:41Carina Round Interview - 3:42 - 54:16Outro - 54:30 - 59:28