Podcast
The Kings of Punk
Hosted by The Kings of Punk · EN
A podcast about punk and other stuff like it.
38episodes
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A Pod Called Cast
Feb 201:21:47Tap to summarizeTHE KINGS discuss subgenre terminology, listen to a GHOST MICE song, and review the Syracuse Hardcore New Year's Day Bonanza featuring INTEGRITY, ALL OUT WAR, C4, COMBUST, FATAL REALM, and many more.IG: @koppodofficialWebsite: KingsOfPunk.com
Transcribe →ALBUM SPOTLIGHT: S.O.D. 'SPEAK ENGLISH OR UNALIVE'
Jan 2300:55:23Tap to summarizeI couldn't resist using the "unalive" term in the title, I'm not actually too concerned about censorship or whatever. In this episode, the KINGS take a look at an all-time CROSSOVER classic. Featuring Friend Of The Show Billy Milano
Transcribe →Finnish What You Started
Jan 1901:22:35Tap to summarizeAfter a freewheelin' first half, the KINGS take a trip to KARELIA, the LAND OF FINNS and introduce you to a few of their top punk rock music bands from that nation. Much more to cover there so please get in touch if you're a Finnish punk expert!!Website: KingsOfPunk.comIG: @koppodofficial
Transcribe →CITY TO CITY: CHICAGO
Dec 1701:38:17Tap to summarizeTYLER HAMMER and JAKE RAZOR examine THE BIG WINDY CITY OF EASE THAT NEVER SLEEPS and its punk rock history. Just playin' it's an episode about CHICAGO to be clear. but we do talk about punk rock!!! THE MENTALLY ILL and much more!! ran out of time to cover conspiracy theories re: Gacy and how he didn't act alone. Next installment!Website: KingsOfPunk.comIG: @koppodofficial
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FRIGGED... UP... (BLACK FLAG Gig Review)
Dec 101:15:13Tap to summarizeTHE KINGS took a trip to local music venue to see BLACK FLAG perform! Much excitement and many discussions have centered around this fresh 2025 lineup of BLACK FLAG, featuring guitarist GREG GINN alongside Gen Z musicians. Was it any good? What did the KOPPOD Troika think? Listen to this episode and find out!Website: KingsOfPunk.comIG: @koppodofficial
Transcribe →Legacy of... Peter Steele (Part 1)
Nov 701:38:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode, recorded on the DEVIL's NIGHT, the KINGS trace the early career of THE GREEN MAN himself: Petrus Thomas Ratajczyk. That's PETER STEELE, of FALLOUT, CARNIVORE, and TYPE O NEGATIVE. This episode covers Petrus' work from the FALLOUT single up to TYPE O's iconic 'Bloody Kisses' LP. Part 2 coming for paid Patreon subscribers. In any event, sound off in the comments about Part 1!Website: KingsOfPunk.comIG: @koppodofficial
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ALBUM SPOTLIGHT: THE MISFITS 'Earth A.D./Wolfsblood'
Oct 2901:15:05Tap to summarizeIn the spirit of the season, THE KINGS examine an ominous outlier in MISFITS' discography. A Halloween-ready episode, diving headfirst into 1983’s Earth A.D./Wolfs Blood — the (real, Danzig-equipped) Misfits’ final and most feral studio album. Your hosts summarize its rushed recording, MISFITS' place in the American Hardcore pantheon, and interpersonal dynamics that rendered this their swan song. Also includes live reactions to a bunch of key tracks and analysis of this album's musical content. Website: KingsofPunk.comIG: @koppodofficial
Transcribe →Interview with John Toohill (Science Man, Ismatic Guru, Besta Quadrada, Swimming Faith Records)
Aug 1201:17:47Tap to summarizeAfter being delayed a few months, the Kings finally have the extremely talented artist and friend John Toohill on the pod to talk about his current and past endeavors in punk and hardcore in the Buffalo NY area. We talk printer investments, tape trading with cousins, solo live sets and much more! Listen to the new Science Man album Monarch Joy and watch part 2 of the official movieSwimming Faith:http://swimmingfaithrecords.com/Part 2:https://youtu.be/CzNwbnMBjzQ?si=vmiPwnm1Vadlf_WvKingsofpunk.com
Transcribe →LEGACY OF ... BEASTIE BOYS (Part 1)
Aug 7, 202501:32:20Tap to summarizeTHE KOPPOD Troika tackles another trio, a trio of true titans... New York City's THE BEASTIE BOYS. Part 1 begins with the BEASTIES roots as a hardcore punk band (back when they weren't a trio actually), moves on to their controversial (and influential) 'Licensed to Ill' period of collaboration with Professor Doctor Richard Rubin, and concludes with analysis of the groundbreaking 'Paul's Boutique'. Part 2 coming soon for PAID SUBSCRIBERS.Shout out to KINGPIN tier subscribes NoiseofVarrich and G., since we forgot to mention that in episode i think.Website: KingsOfPunk.comIG: @Koppodofficial
Transcribe →ALBUM SPOTLIGHT: NEWTOWN NEUROTICS 'Beggars Can Be Choosers'
Jul 28, 202501:20:55Tap to summarizeTHE KINGS examine the 1983 LP 'Beggars Can Be Choosers' by THE NEWTOWN NEUROTICS. A rather unique record, backing strong political messaging with melodic punk stylings, delivered in the era of THE EXPLOITED, DISCHARGE, etc... what does the KOPPOD TROIKA think of this one? Check out the episode and find out. And let us know what YOU think of it in da commentsIG: @koppodofficialWebsite: KingsOfPunk.com
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