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Backing The Barricade
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We're taking you beyond the barricade and sitting down with your favorite artists and music industry professionals to talk about their early days growing up as a music fan, the artists that had the biggest impact on them, and how that evolved into seeking out a career in the music industry themselves. We're telling fan stories, but this time from the other side of the barricade...

  1. 05/27/2025

    “One Of The Best Records Of 2025” with Walker Robinson of Your Neighbors

    This week we had the chance to talk to Walker Robinson of Your Neighbors during the Dallas date of their ‘The American Hedonism Tour’. This episode in particular is thanks to Nate Sirotta with Impulse Artists who first introduced us to Your Neighbors back in September of last year. The introductory email also included the very bold claim/direct quote - “who is going to put out one of the best records of 2025”. It didn’t take us long to realize just how true that statement would turn out to be, instantly turning us into fans and eager to set up an interview with Walker asap. During our conversation with Walker we cover everything from early music taste, first concerts, musical influences, his insane album artwork, and so much more! Check out the conversation and give his album, American Hedonism, a listen to let us know if you think Nate’s prediction of being one of the best albums of 2025 is true or not… (it is). Your Neighbors: https://www.instagram.com/yourneighborsusa/

    30 min

  2. 04/15/2025

    Three Cheers For 20 Years of Mayday Parade with Derek Sanders

    IT’S A GREAT YEAR TO BE A MAYDAY PARADE FAN! This week we had the chance to sit down with Derek Sander of Mayday Parade ahead of their ‘Three Cheers for 20 Years’ Tour and the release of the first album off of their new three-part album ‘Sweet’!  Our conversation starts with a little stroll down memory lane where we talk about the early days of Mayday Parade and look back on their monumental 20 year career. Derek shares with us stories of how the band was formed, the early days of following around Warped Tour, and memorable fan interactions they encountered along the way. Now here we are, 20 years later with a new album out this week and a 20 year anniversary tour kicking off next week! Derek explains the decision behind the new album being split into three-parts as well as how prepping for this tour over the last few months has differed from tours in the past. Listen and join in on our conversation with Derek on this week’s episode of Beyond the Barricade!  Derek Sanders: https://www.instagram.com/longdaysandpleasantnights/ Mayday Parade: https://www.instagram.com/maydayparade/

    44 min

  3. 03/18/2025

    On Tour with Ari Abdul

    This week we are sitting down and chatting with Ari Abdul! We ask Ari about her entry into the music scene, how she has developed her own style, and what life is like on tour supporting Nessa Barrett. She shows off her incredible fashion throughout the episode, this is definitely one to watch on YouTube, and Lor and Ari connect on the creativity that seems to flow through those who grew up on the east coast. Ari talks about the process of releasing music today, including her latest single: “Dreams”, which came out March 7th, and the time it takes to get everything set up for a proper release. Listen and join in on our conversation with Ari on this week’s episode of Beyond the Barricade! ---------------------- Follow Ari: https://www.instagram.com/arianna.abdul/  ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    31 min

  4. 12/31/2024

    2024 Recap

    This week on Beyond the Barricade we sit down for the final time in 2024 and take a look back at the past year. We share some of our favorite memories, mistakes (or learning moments), and fan encounters that we have had throughout 2024. Listen in on our conversation this week to hear all about our favorite podcast episodes, our resolutions for 2025, and so much more on this episode of the Beyond the Barricade Podcast! ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    46 min

  5. 12/17/2024

    Forever Young with Gabe Pietrafesa and Alex Magnan of Young Culture

    This week we are sitting down with Gabe Pietrafesa and Alex Magnan of Young Culture! We dive right into how Alex and Gabe have been playing music together since they were young teenagers who connected in high school, and how pop punk was a huge early music taste for them. Gabe talks about Alex showed him live performances for the first time and unlocked a desire to play live music, and how they booked shows at venues while being 14 year olds who had to have their parents take them to the shows. Lor asks about their life during the early “on the road” days, who their live performance idols are, and Madi has them share some of their favorite fan interactions. As the chaotic and lively conversation continues we all get into a spirited talk about our favorite Christmas songs, what they boys are currently listening to, and so much more on this episode of the Beyond the Barricade Podcast. ---------------------- Follow Gabe, Alex and Young Culture: Gabe: https://www.instagram.com/gabepietrafesa/ Alex: https://www.instagram.com/alexandermagnan/ Young Culture: https://www.instagram.com/youngcultureny/  ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    53 min

  6. 12/10/2024

    Navigating Growth with Huddy

    This week we are sitting down with Chase Huddy and talking about his rise from social media stardom to his current musical journey. Huddy tells us about being a teen who was deeply into the soundcloud rappers of the time, what it means to have people now know him for his music and more than just his social media fame, and what touring with Mod Sun and lovelytheband has been like on the 2024 Here's Your Flowers tour. We also chat about his current music and live performance influences, why he wants to inspire people through his lyrics, what it means to connect with fans while performing on stage, and so much more on this week’s episode of Beyond the Barricade. ---------------------- Follow Huddy: https://www.instagram.com/huddy/  ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    26 min

  7. 11/26/2024

    State Champs of the Fan Experience with Tyler Szalkowski

    This week we are sitting down with Tyler Szalkowski of State Champs! We dive into what his musical influences growing up were and how pivotal his Mom was in developing his taste. Tyler talks about the founding of State Champs and what his journey was with pursuing making music and being in bands before State Champs was created. We also ask him about their recent self titled album and what releasing that means to him and the band. Lor and Tyler get into a fiery debate about what makes an “album”, and he expands on their mindset while writing this recent album. Tyler talks about fan appreciation and keeping the fans involved, (including making a cake for a fan who has seen well over 100+ shows), and how much he appreciates interacting with their fans. Listen and join in on our conversation with Tyler of State Champs on this episode of the Beyond the Barricade Podcast! ---------------------- Follow Tyler and State Champs Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tyszal/ State Champs: https://www.instagram.com/statechampsny/  ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    1h 12m

  8. 11/19/2024

    In the Van with Slow Joy

    This week we are chatting with Slow Joy, (Esteban Flores), who is an incredible alt rock artist from Dallas. As he discusses the significance of the name 'Slow Joy' from the confines of his tour van in our first truly “mobile” interview, he also dives into the challenges he faced after the loss of his mother, and how he rediscovered his passion for music through therapy. Esteban emphasizes the importance of appreciating the time and effort of his audience, reflecting on his musical influences, and the local scene that shaped him. We ask about his lifelong influences, as well as his current musical inspirations, and he explains how listening to music with an “adult” perspective can be enlightening. Listen in on our conversation this week with Slow Joy to hear about his excitement for upcoming projects, the challenges and joys of touring, and so much more on this episode of the Beyond the Barricade Podcast! ---------------------- Follow Slow Joy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slowjoyslowjoy  ---------------------- Follow All Things Backing The Barricade: https://www.backingthebarricade.com/ https://www.instagram.com/backingthebarricade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@backingthebarricade ---------------------- Follow Madi: https://www.instagram.com/earthtomadison/ Follow Lor: https://www.instagram.com/lorealmichele/ ----------------------

    35 min
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We're taking you beyond the barricade and sitting down with your favorite artists and music industry professionals to talk about their early days growing up as a music fan, the artists that had the biggest impact on them, and how that evolved into seeking out a career in the music industry themselves. We're telling fan stories, but this time from the other side of the barricade...

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  • Creator
    Backing The Barricade
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
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    Explicit
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