Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion

Being the Band I Needed, with Aye Nako

Dive into one of the best records to arrive in 2017 with Aye Nako's 'Silver Haze,' out on Don Giovanni Records. Covocalist and guitarist Mars talks about finding women and diverse voices in music, personal experiences that shaped the album's songwriting, and forming Aye Nako in New York.

Find more Aye Nako on Bandcamp at https://ayenako.bandcamp.com.

Get in touch with me at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, on Twitter & Instagram @AngryGrrrlMusic, or "Like" on Facebook!

Can't Stop. Won't Stop. DON'T STOP (St. Pete)

It's festival season, and the best way to kick it off is with the finest local showcase of diy bands in Tampa Bay- Don't Stop St. Pete! Organizers Anna Serena and Kristin Stigaard share how they both first became involved in the local music scene, how they've earned their experience in marketing and promoting, and the details of creating a full experience at a festival. Find more of Don't Stop St. Pete at dontstopstpete.com and on social media @dontstopstpete

Amanda also talks about the lineup announcement for Warped Tour, the impact of War on Women's Safer Scene movement, and how Warped could begin to reshape their image.

Music in the episode featured:

Set and Setting, Emphermality

Goodnight Neverland, Wild Summers

The Spuds, Valetine Jones

Fayroy, Hey Baby

Creating a Space, with Laureate

It's the first international interview with Laureate (https://laureate.bandcamp.com) of Montreal! Bassist and covocalist Erin Power talks about exploring bass playing as a kid, defining her feminism, the first bands that shaped her musically, and the new upcoming album, Landmarks, out March 24 on Jump Start Records. Amanda breaks down the lessons and importance of intersectional thinking for International Women's Day.

Get in touch with me at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, on Twitter & Instagram @AngryGrrrlMusic, or "Like" on Facebook!

Building a Community, with Jamie Coletta of SideOne Dummy

Welcome back, Angry Grrrl Music listeners! This month we're joined by Jamie Coletta of SideOne Dummy Records (https://sideonedummy.bandcamp.com), who dishes on what it's like working in the label side of music, making friends with musicians she admires, and her journey to the indie side of music. Sprinkled throughout the episode, we have a number of Jamie's favorite songs from SideOne Dummy Bands. Follow Jamie on Twitter at @jamiecoletta- you'll just love her energy toward her bands!

Artists featured:

Meatwave, "Run You Out" (https://meatwavechicago.bandcamp.com)

The Smith Street Band, "Birthdays" (https://thesmithstreetband.bandcamp.com)

Allison Weiss, "The Same" (https://allisonweiss.bandcamp.com)

Jeff Rosenstock, "...While You're Alive" (https://jeffrosenstock.bandcamp.com)

Get in touch with me at angrygrrrlmusic@gmail.com, on Twitter & Instagram @AngryGrrrlMusic, or "Like" on Facebook!

Music is My Activism Now, with War on Women

It's a new year, which means a new chance at tackling the patriarchy. Get fired up with Shawna Potter of War on Women (waronwomen.bandcamp.com), who discusses finding her stage persona, writing music with politics in mind, and how she plans to write going into a tougher political climate.

Also up is the new Diet Cig song "Tummy Ache," a first look at their debut album, "Swear I'm Good At This. Preorder their album on dietcig.bandcamp.com or on Hello Merch.

I Can Make a Difference, with Slingshot Dakota

In episode 5, Amanda chats with Carly Comando of Slingshot Dakota to discuss finding Carly's voice in music and making opportunities for DIY  bands in a scene dominated by capitalism. Who needs a Best of 2016 list when you have a massive slew of awesome bands to enjoy in no particular order?

Learn more about Slingshot Dakota at facebook.com/slingshotdakota or slingshotdakota.bandcamp.com.

Music in the episode featured: Slingshot Dakota & Mannequin Pussy.

Sing Along If You Know This One, with Stove

In episode four, Amanda chats with emo ukelele genius Stove Johnson, who shares their knack for writing catchy tunes with meaningful emotion, their love of Less Than Jake, and widening spaces for genderfluidity in the queer community. Amanda also discusses the election results, along with a vision for the punk rock community.

Music featured in the episode includes "Yes All Cops" by Worriers and the discography of Stove. Find Stove's music at stovefl.bandcamp.com.

It's ALRIGHT to FEST

In the third episode, Amanda chats with Sarah Blumenthal of the bands Alright and Faye about her music and their mutual excitement over The FEST in Gainesville. Accept the Angry Grrrl Challenge at the end of the episode and test your diverse taste in tunes.

Punk Talks & Getting Wrecked at the Wrecking Ball

In the second episode, Amanda talks about mental health and importance of self-care in the music community with Sheridan Allen, the founder of Punk Talks, a nonprofit organization.

Beginning & Binary Heart

Curl up with a bowl of Pad Thai and set your dial to feminist discussion as Amanda Starling hosts Angry Grrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion. In the first episode, Amanda breaks down the theme, interviews keyboardist Erica Clayton of Binary Heart, and dishes on five excellent songs off albums arriving in 2016.