Florida Sound Archive Podcast

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Explore the vibrant music scene of Florida, past and present, through in-depth conversations with the artists, musicians, and industry insiders who shaped it. From the pioneers of Florida's punk and rock scenes to the contemporary sounds of today, our podcast delves into the stories, experiences, and memories that have made the state a hub for musical innovation and creativity. Tune in for insightful interviews, fascinating anecdotes, and a journey through the Sunshine State's rich musical heritage.

  1. #139 Mike Roberts and Keith Dalrymple (Adventures In Immortality)

    19 jun

    #139 Mike Roberts and Keith Dalrymple (Adventures In Immortality)

    Mike Roberts & Keith Dalrymple on the Orlando 90s Scene, Adventures In Immortality and More In this episode, we’re joined by Mike Roberts and Keith Dalrymple for a deep dive into their journey through the Orlando music scene from the late 1980s through the 1990s. They reflect on meeting in high school, forming their first band for a 1989 Battle of the Bands, and launching Adventures In Immortality. From there, they explore the early Central Florida scene, its DIY spirit, and the record stores, zines, and venues that helped shape their sound. The conversation follows their musical evolution from Adventures In Immortality to Gray Before My Eyes and later Song of Kerman, tracing a path from early DIY beginnings to more dynamic, heavier, and politically driven material. Mike and Keith also share stories from iconic Orlando venues and DIY spaces, including Club Space Fish, the Beacham Theatre, Sapphire Supper Club, warehouses, VFW halls, and house shows. They reflect on touring, opening for national acts, and the chaos and community that defined the era. From basement shows to long road trips and connections beyond Florida, this episode captures what it meant to build a life in a working DIY band during that time, and the lasting friendships and creative impact that came with it.

    57 min.
  2. #138 Chris G. Simmons (Lick City)

    12 jun

    #138 Chris G. Simmons (Lick City)

    The Story of Chris G. Simmons: Lick City, The Vagues, The Niki Taylors and More In this episode, we’re joined by Chris G. Simmons for a deep dive into his journey through the South Florida music scene of the 1980s and early 1990s. Chris reflects on growing up in Hollywood, Florida, and how discovering bands like KISS inspired him to pick up a guitar, write songs, and begin performing at a young age. He discusses the formation of bands such as Nasty which morphed into Lick City, the DIY realities of the local scene, and performing at venues including the Cameo Theatre, Treehouse, Button South, and more. The conversation also explores Chris's creative partnership with Les Wan, better known in the South Florida scene as Lex Looks, the profound impact of Les's passing, and how the band moved forward through lineup changes and an evolving musical direction. Chris shares stories from later projects including The Vague and The Niki Taylors, as well as performances at venues such as Squeeze, Plus Five, The Edge, and Summers. He also discusses the changing South Florida music landscape and recalls the unexpected attention the band received after a cease-and-desist letter connected to its name. Chris is also candid about his struggles with substance use, his eventual decision to leave that lifestyle behind, and the lasting impact those experiences have had on both his life and his music.

    1 u 50 m
  3. #137 Amabssador Club (Bobby "RJ" Boyle")

    5 jun

    #137 Amabssador Club (Bobby "RJ" Boyle")

    Bobby “RJ” Boyle on Deerfield Beach’s Ambassador Club In this episode, we’re joined by Bobby “RJ” Boyle for a deep dive into his experience building and running the Ambassador Club in Deerfield Beach during the early 1990s. RJ shares the origins of the venue, which grew from a small DJ night into a full live music club that became a key part of the South Florida scene. He reflects on growing up in South Florida surrounded by a wide range of musical influences and walks through how the club evolved in a fully DIY environment, hosting everything from hardcore, punk, and industrial acts to reggae shows that helped define its identity. He also shares stories of local bands, touring acts, and the unpredictable energy that shaped nights at the venue, along with the challenges of running the club and the shifting local music landscape that eventually led to its closure. Today, RJ remains active in music and is also widely recognized in the fishing community, where many people know him outside of his earlier work in the South Florida music scene. This conversation captures one of the first in-depth oral histories of a venue that largely lived on through word of mouth.

    50 min.
  4. #44 Re-release: Mike Alén (Nobuhjest)

    22 mei

    #44 Re-release: Mike Alén (Nobuhjest)

    Recut 2022 Episode: The Story of Mike Alén - Nobuhjest, Brown Study, Secret Service, Beings, and More This episode, originally recorded in November 2022, features Mike Alén of Nobuhjest, Brown Study, Secret Service, Beings, and more reflecting on his upbringing in the Miami area and his path into South Florida’s punk and independent music scenes. Remastered and reedited for improved clarity, this re-release revisits an important era of South Florida underground music and the community that surrounded it. Mike discusses growing up in Hialeah and Kendall in a Cuban household, discovering music through family influences and bands like KISS, and later finding Florida punk through Quit. He reflects on local record stores, early live shows, and the experiences that drew him deeper into the South Florida scene. The conversation traces Mike’s progression from music fan to active participant through early bands such as Lift and Nobuhjest, along with memories of local venues, DIY culture, recording demos, touring, and building lasting friendships within the scene. Mike also reflects on his involvement in numerous bands and creative projects over the years, the evolution of different groups and collaborations, later touring experiences including with Torche, and the importance of continuing to create and stay connected to music.

    43 min.
  5. #136 The Cravens (John and Bill Storch, Bill Meredith, and David Simone)

    15 mei

    #136 The Cravens (John and Bill Storch, Bill Meredith, and David Simone)

    The Story of The Cravens: From Black Box Approach to Ata-tat and Beyond In this episode we explore the history and evolution of The Cravens, a Lake Worth, Florida–based rock band rooted in the long-running creative partnership of brothers John and Bill Storch. Joining the conversation are drummer and percussionist Bill Meredith and guitarist David Simone. We trace John and Bill Storch’s musical beginnings in the early 1980s with Black Box Approach, a synth-driven new wave band formed during their high school years. Active from roughly 1980 to 1983, the band reflected the era’s shift from arena rock into punk, new wave, and electronic influences, earning regional attention and college radio airplay. During this time, they were also part of the broader South Florida music landscape, engaging with local venues, record stores, and a growing network of musicians shaping the scene. From there, the story follows the transition into Ata-tat, marking a move into alternative rock as the Storch brothers relocated to Boston and became part of the mid-1980s underground music scene. The group found radio success and continued strong college airplay while further developing the collaborative songwriting approach established in their earlier work. After this period, John and Bill Storch continued writing and collaborating in a variety of creative settings, including composing music for modern dance companies in Palm Beach County. Their work gradually shifted away from traditional band structures toward more experimental and instrumental compositions before reconnecting with the local music community. The episode captures the formation and evolution of The Cravens, which emerged around 2014 as an acoustic trio before expanding into a full band by 2016 alongside additional longtime collaborators from the local music scene. Note: Bassist and guitarist Dennis Ambrose was unfortunately unable to participate in the interview.

    44 min.
  6. #136 Space Fish (Mike Brown, Michael Bales, Rich Thibault, and Matt Simmons)

    8 mei

    #136 Space Fish (Mike Brown, Michael Bales, Rich Thibault, and Matt Simmons)

    Space Fish Is Back! A Deep Sea Dive Into Orlando's Iconic Club, Label, and More In this episode, we revisit the legacy of Club Space Fish, one of Orlando’s most influential underground venues and a driving force in the city’s late 1980s and early 1990s DIY music and arts scene. Through stories from Mike Brown, Michael Bales, Rich Thibault, and Matt Simmons, the conversation traces Space Fish from its themed Beach Club events to its evolution into a weekly gathering and eventually a standalone venue built entirely through grassroots collaboration. The episode explores the venue’s unpredictable creative energy through stories of themed nights like Roman Orgy, Kiss The Cook, and Wheel Of Fish, along with live performances, DIY theatrics, Splash magazine, and the community that helped define its identity. The guests also discuss the challenges of sustaining an independent venue, the upcoming reunion show featuring bands including Damage, Love Gods in Leisure Suits, The Riddlers, Target Earth, and Bloody Mary, plus renewed activity surrounding Space Fish Records and Splash magazine.

    1 u 2 m
  7. #135 The Funyons (Steve Funyon and Robert Price)

    1 mei

    #135 The Funyons (Steve Funyon and Robert Price)

    Steve Funyon and Robert Price on Miami’s The Funyons, Street Performances, and More In this episode we welcome Steve Funyon and Robert Price of the experimental folk band The Funyons, a project that emerged in 1991 in Miami and operated largely outside traditional music venues. The conversation traces the band’s origins through friendships connected to the Churchill’s scene and explores how they rejected conventional club settings in favor of street performances across Miami Beach, Lincoln Road, and other public spaces. Robert Price also reflects on his work founding experimental bands The Prom Sluts and Kreamy 'Lectric Santa. The discussion covers the band’s unconventional setup, including junk percussion, found objects salvaged after Hurricane Andrew, minimal amplification, and spontaneous arrangements. They share stories of encounters with police, difficult crowds, and surreal performances in places like Metrorail cars, abandoned boats, and punk picnics in the Everglades and quarries, all of which became central to their identity and reinforced their focus on live, moment-driven music rather than recorded output. They also reflect on the broader DIY culture that surrounded the band, with brief mention of punk zines like Scam, created by Eric Dawn Lyle, known at the time as Iggy Scam, along with the tight-knit community that supported their work.

    1 u 1 m
  8. #134 Return of The Stick Figures (Maready Evergreen, Bill Carey, and Robert Dansby)

    17 apr

    #134 Return of The Stick Figures (Maready Evergreen, Bill Carey, and Robert Dansby)

    The Stick Figures Return: Late 70s–Early 80s Tampa Art Punks on Newly Released Recordings and More In this episode we welcome back Maready Evergreen, Bill Carey, and Robert Dansby of The Stick Figures, following their 2022 episode. The conversation revisits the band’s origins in the late 1970s and early 1980s Tampa and USF art scenes, and how they developed their creative approach within a DIY community. They discuss influences including punk, post-punk, 1960s rock, experimental film, and visual art, along with early recording sessions, studio experiments, and the challenges of making music outside major cultural centers. They also reflect on the recent release of early recordings that had remained unheard for decades. The episode explores legacy, collaboration, and reconnection, with reflections on friendship, artistic curiosity, and the lasting value of simply getting into a band and creating something meaningful.

    1 u 1 m
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Explore the vibrant music scene of Florida, past and present, through in-depth conversations with the artists, musicians, and industry insiders who shaped it. From the pioneers of Florida's punk and rock scenes to the contemporary sounds of today, our podcast delves into the stories, experiences, and memories that have made the state a hub for musical innovation and creativity. Tune in for insightful interviews, fascinating anecdotes, and a journey through the Sunshine State's rich musical heritage.

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    Jeff Kaiser
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    2020 - 2026
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    93
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    © Jeff Kaiser/Florida Sound Archive 2024
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