Ian's Untitled Scene Show

Ian Scene
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A discussion of the scene and rock music genres ranging from post-hardcore, screamo, emo, metalcore, metal, pop-punk, and much more! We’ll be focused on in-depth, long-form, interviews with amazing musicians in the scene!

  1. LEVELS - Jager Felice

    5D AGO

    LEVELS - Jager Felice

    On this new Conversation Edition of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, I’m joined by Jager of LEVELS! We talk about the upcoming album This Will Make You Feel Again dropping April 10 on SharpTone Records, how the band has evolved from the self-titled and PULSE era into something way more electronic, groove-driven, and actually intentional, and why this feels like the first time LEVELS really sound like the band they were supposed to be all along. Jager is also just a really interesting guy to talk to, so instead of canned answers, we get into influences, writing philosophy, lineup changes, the Arkansas scene, and what it’s like trying to build a band when you’re not from a main Scene city. From there, we go full music-nerd, full scene talk, full rant mode activated. We get into writing songs around synths and atmosphere instead of just chugging for the sake of chugging, why groove matters more than technical flexing, why so many bands right now sound the same, and why live shows have started to feel like watching people stand in front of their own backing tracks. We also talk touring, the weird middle ground LEVELS is in right now, where they sound like they should already be playing bigger stages but still have to grind like a newer band, and what it actually takes to stand out in a scene that constantly says it wants something different but keeps rewarding the same thing over and over. This is a really fun conversation with a really thoughtful guest, and definitely one of those conversations where you can tell the band isn’t just throwing songs at the wall and hoping TikTok picks one 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Jager and LEVELS in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Apple Music🤘 Website Photo Credi: Spencer Peck (@peckafilm) 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    46 min
  2. Convictions - Mike Felker Is Back

    MAR 24

    Convictions - Mike Felker Is Back

    Mike Felker of Convictions is back on Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, and this one is a little different than usual. Instead of the studio, this episode was recorded live in my car outside Come and Take It Live in Austin right before their show with Wolves At The Gate, which made the whole conversation feel much more in-the-moment and exactly the kind of thing this podcast was made for (with minimal sound issues). Mike and I catch up on everything that’s happened since the last time he was on the show, going even farther back than the I Won’t Survive era when Convictions had just gone independent after their time on InVogue, and how things have changed now that the band is touring behind The Fear of God. We talk about what life is really like as a DIY band in 2026, balancing touring, teaching vocals, songwriting work, and all the behind-the-scenes stuff that goes into keeping a band alive when you’re not relying on a label to do it for you. We also discuss lineup changes over the last few years, how the current version of Convictions came together, why the band is comfortable touring without a bassist, and how the writing process for The Fear of God pushed things heavier while still keeping the emotional side that the band has always had. Mike talks about experimenting more with production, adding different sounds without losing what makes the band feel real, and why he still wants the live show to sound like a live band, not just a wall of tracks. From there, we get into one of those classic IUSS conversations about the metalcore scene, how some of the older MySpace-era influences seem to be coming back around, and why it’s interesting to see younger bands picking up sounds that never really went away for Convictions. We also talk about touring with Wolves At The Gate and Demon Hunter, and how being on the road with bands that have been doing this for years can turn into more life conversations than music. We finish up talking about the deluxe version of The Fear of God, the extra songs that got added later, new material that’s already being worked on, and what the future could look like for Convictions as they keep building without slowing down. And after seeing the show live that night, I can say this for sure: if this tour is coming anywhere near you, go see Wolves At The Gate and Convictions. Both bands sounded huge, the energy was there the whole night, and this lineup is definitely worth showing up early for 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Mike and Convictions in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band Facebook 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Apple Music🤘 Website 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    46 min
  3. Whether, I - Joshua Calhoun Is Here

    MAR 2

    Whether, I - Joshua Calhoun Is Here

    It’s a brand new Conversation Edition and this one is pure scene nostalgia fun with real behind the scenes truth. I finally sit down with Joshua Calhoun of Whether, I to talk Dreamcatcher in 2013, signing to InVogue, rewriting Catalyst, bringing in features like Johnny Craig and Myka, Relocate, touring nonstop while working full-time jobs, and how label contracts, lineup shifts, and real life hits led to the band calling it quits in 2016. Then we get into the Whether, I resurrection. Moving On in 2021. Building toward Good Enough. The raw emotion behind Goodbye. The old school dual-vocalist chaos and growing up without losing the heavy. If you lived through Myspace-era metalcore, love true dual-vocalist bands, and ever wondered what really happened to Whether, I, this is the episode for you. Tune in and Scene up 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Josh and Whether, I in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band Instagram 🤘 Band Facebook 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Apple Music 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    1h 7m
  4. Turtle Tea Party - Al Boltz Is Back

    FEB 23

    Turtle Tea Party - Al Boltz Is Back

    In this Conversation Edition of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, Ian welcomes back returning friend of the show Al Boltz, known for his work in Turtle Tea Party, XO Goodbye, ASLW, and beyond, for a wide-ranging and honest conversation that blends real life, music history, and Scene nostalgia. The episode opens with candid discussion about recent health struggles, recovery, and the challenge of staying creative through difficult stretches before shifting into deeper talk about songwriting inspiration, the evolution of Turtle Tea Party, and how different projects emerge from distinct emotional and musical spaces. Ian and Al also reflect on early MySpace-era influences, underground post-hardcore culture, long-held demos finally seeing release, and the surreal full-circle moments that come with collaborating with longtime inspirations. The conversation expands into touring memories, photography, travel in Japan, and the realities of surviving as an independent artist in today’s music landscape. It’s reflective, personal, and deeply rooted in the Scene spirit that defines the Conversation Editions. Note: There were some technical audio issues at the beginning where Al’s microphone had to be changed, which was addressed 🤘 Tune in and Scene up 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Support Al and everything he does! Check out all the links below: TTP Bandcamp 🤘 TTP Instagram 🤘 TTP Facebook xogoodbye. Instagram 🤘 xogoodbye. Links 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    1h 38m
  5. weknewnothing - Backer's First Visit

    FEB 16

    weknewnothing - Backer's First Visit

    In this Conversation Edition of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, Ian sits down with Backer of weknewnothing for a real, wide-ranging discussion that moves from life in Los Angeles and recent personal challenges to the deeper philosophy behind creating music and chasing something meaningful. The heart of the episode centers on the evolving sound and future of weknewnothing, upcoming releases, collaborations, and the realities of navigating the modern music industry, including the growing role of AI and artistic authenticity. Along the way, the conversation touches on influences, rebellion in heavy music, and, not to be minimized, the state of the country and the world (all allegedly, of course)! It’s honest, thoughtful, and completely Scene.Tune in and Scene up 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Backer and weknewnothing in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Instagram 🤘 Spotify 🤘 YouTube 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    58 min
  6. Capsize - Daniel Wand Returns

    FEB 9

    Capsize - Daniel Wand Returns

    Ian's Untitled Scene Show

    1h 1m
  7. WHERE CAN I GET POWER SNATCH MERCH? Feat Jake of Mind The Drive

    FEB 4

    WHERE CAN I GET POWER SNATCH MERCH? Feat Jake of Mind The Drive

    Welcome to a sad day for Ian’s Untitled Scene Show. The dreaded day has arrived. As announced a couple of weeks ago, this is Jake Ohio’s officially unofficial final episode. Yes, Jake of Mind The Drive and Pyro, Ohio. But don’t get it twisted, this is still a full episode, not a funeral. The guys kick things off with some classic banter before diving into Scene Grammy talk, which honestly doesn’t take long since the Grammys hate our music and we hate them right back. From there, it’s business as usual with a Radke Roundup, Breakdown From The Past, and a full slate of Scene Reviews! This week’s reviews include • Trash Boat • Our Mirage • Cold Blood AU • As The Structure Fails There are also thoughts on Tommy Vext, formerly of Bad Wolves (dumb), plenty of Scene jokes, and a real, honest conversation about mental health to close things out. We’re all going to miss Jake, so make sure you soak in every second of this episode. Real talk. Scene honesty. Zero filter. Scene up, Jake 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Pyro, Ohio, and Mind The Drive in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Pyro, Ohio Instagram 🤘 Facebook 🤘 Twitter 🤘 Bandcamp 🤘 Merch 🤘 Tiktok 🤘 Jake’s Podcast Mind The Drive Instagram 🤘 Facebook 🤘 Website 🤘 Tiktok 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    1h 49m
  8. WHEN PODCASTS FREEZE OVER Feat Jake of Mind The Drive

    JAN 27

    WHEN PODCASTS FREEZE OVER Feat Jake of Mind The Drive

    Welcome to a VERY cold episode of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show! Ian and Jake of Mind The Drive and Pyro, Ohio, bundle up, chatter their teeth, and attempt to survive the weather long enough to bring you all the Scene news you need to stay warm. Naturally, the episode kicks off with elite-tier weather banter because nothing screams Scene like complaining about the cold. From there, the guys dive headfirst into a packed episode featuring a major Radke Roundup, The Bunny The Bear jumping on the Ian Scene bandwagon again, and plenty of classic tangents along the way. Then it’s time for Scene Reviews, including releases from: • Glamour Of The Kill • Crystal Lake • Megadeth • Poppy • Pine Creek Academy • Goldfinger • Elwood Stray • Ham Radio And just when you think the episode is done, the guys drop a major announcement that will affect the show moving forward… What is it?You’ll have to tune in to find out. Cold hands. Loud riffs. Real Scene talk. Real talk. Scene honesty. Zero filter.Scene up, bitches 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Pyro, Ohio, and Mind The Drive in all they do! Check out all the ways to support them below: Pyro, Ohio Instagram 🤘 Facebook 🤘 Twitter 🤘 Bandcamp 🤘 Merch 🤘 Tiktok 🤘 Jake’s Podcast Mind The Drive Instagram 🤘 Facebook 🤘 Website 🤘 Tiktok 🤘 Warning: this is still a music comedy podcast! Get a sense of humor and enjoy the ride 🤘 If you liked what you heard and want to hear more and see more, please support by following and sharing on these sites: Facebook 🤘 Instagram 🤘 Twitter Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 iTunes

    1h 54m
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A discussion of the scene and rock music genres ranging from post-hardcore, screamo, emo, metalcore, metal, pop-punk, and much more! We’ll be focused on in-depth, long-form, interviews with amazing musicians in the scene!

Information

  • Creator
    Ian Scene
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ian Hates LLC
  • Show Website
    Ian's Untitled Scene Show

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