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. Paddock Park - Brian Williams

    5d ago

    Paddock Park - Brian Williams

    Paddock Park is back, and Brian Williams joins Ian's Untitled Scene Show to tell the full story for the first time 🤘 In this episode, Brian dives deep into the origins of Paddock Park, from the band's early days in the Florida scene and connections to A Day To Remember to the creation of A Hiding Place for Fake Friends and the unexpected events that led to his removal from his own band. Along the way, he shares never-before-heard stories about MySpace-era promotion, touring, record deals, and the realities of navigating the scene as a young musician. Brian also discusses his decision to bring Paddock Park back with Tragic Hero nearly two decades later, his remarkable personal transformation, and what fans can expect from the band's future. For longtime scene fans, this is a fascinating look behind one of the era's most beloved underground releases 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including Apple Music, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music Make sure to support Brian and Paddock Park in all they do! The re-release of A Hiding Place For Fake Friends pre-order is LIVE while supplies last! Check out all the ways to support them below: Store 🤘 Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 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 🤘 X Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music

    1h 6m
  2. Light The Fire - Andrew, Blake, and Seth

    May 25

    Light The Fire - Andrew, Blake, and Seth

    After what felt like nearly a decade, Light The Fire finally joins me on Ian's Untitled Scene Show 🤘 Seth, Andrew, and Blake stop by for a long-overdue conversation that somehow manages to be equal parts Scene history lesson, therapy session, and fun hangout. We dive into the band's evolution from the early days through lineup changes, the unexpected way Seth ended up stepping into the frontman role, and how what could have been a disaster actually became the version of Light The Fire fans know today. We also get into ‘Death Won't Be The End Of Me’ (Parts 1 and 2), its long journey through pandemic delays, independent releases, recording with Beau Burchell of Saosin, and how the entire album slowly transformed into something much bigger than originally planned. We also talk about songwriting, blending melodic hardcore and metalcore influences, collaborating as a full unit, the emotional weight behind some of the material, and why some songs hit a little harder than others. Along the way, we get into old school Scene energy, touring stories, features with Mike from No Bragging Rights and Sean from Decayer, shots on stage, and maybe even expose some secrets the band had been hiding all along… There are laughs, some honest moments, and a few stories I definitely did not expect going into this one. Light The Fire finally made it onto the show, and this conversation was worth every year of waiting 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music Make sure to support Light The Fire in all they do! The full album ‘Death Won't Be The End Of Me’ is out this FRIDAY (May 29th)! Buy the vinyl below: Check out all the ways to support them below: Store 🤘 Website 🤘 Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Apple Music 🤘 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 🤘 X Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music

    1h 13m
  3. Foolish Things - Zak Howe (3rd time's a charm)

    May 18

    Foolish Things - Zak Howe (3rd time's a charm)

    Zak Howe returns to Ian’s Untitled Scene Show for the third time, and turns out, this might be the most honest (and most fun) conversation yet 🤘 Zak opens up about sobriety, leaving OBE, creative burnout, starting over, and the formation of his new band, Foolish Things! We also dive deep into the upcoming self-titled Foolish Things album, the band’s heavier direction, Dallas Scene history, touring, modern pop-punk frustrations, and unhinged side conversations we love to travel. I don’t want to give anything away because I know you’re going to enjoy this conversation. If you’ve followed Zak’s journey over the years, this is the episode where everything finally connects. If you haven’t, then it’s time to meet one of your new favorites 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music Make sure to support Zak and Foolish Things in all they do! The new single Three Days is available now! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Apple Music 🤘 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 🤘 X Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music

    1h 4m
  4. 157frq - Jack Regent Returns (In His New Band)

    May 11

    157frq - Jack Regent Returns (In His New Band)

    On this episode of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, I’m joined by Jack of 157frq, and it’s another episode that has been a long time coming 🤘 We get into A World I Was Never A Part Of, and this is not your typical surface-level album chat. This record came from years of grinding, real-life experiences, and finally putting something out that’s completely his. No chasing trends, no playing the game. Just raw, honest music that clearly hit harder than even he expected. Jack opens up about where that comes from, too. We talk about growing up, dealing with isolation and bullying, and how those experiences shaped both the sound and the message behind the album. There’s a lot here about mental health, self-destruction, and trying to figure yourself out when you didn’t even think you’d make it this far. We also get into how the album actually came together, including the moment he realized he finally found the sound, plus some behind-the-scenes on specific tracks that you’ll definitely hear differently after this. We also go into past bands, internet nonsense, and some real talk about how people interact with music and each other now. This one’s real. If you’ve connected with the album at all, you’re going to want to hear this conversation, and if you haven’t listened yet, now is the time 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music Make sure to support Jack and 157frq in all they do! The new album, A World I Was Never A Part Of, is out now! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 Bandcamp 🤘 Apple Music 🤘 YouTube 🤘 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 🤘 X Want to listen somewhere other than the website? Subscribe on these sites: Spotify 🤘 Apple Music

    1h 19m
  5. Sydney - Jay Jensen and Scott Sanderson

    May 4

    Sydney - Jay Jensen and Scott Sanderson

    This one’s been a long time coming 🤘 After 20 years, I finally sat down with Scott and Jay from one of my favorites, Sydney! We get into everything. The full original lineup is somehow back together after all this time, what actually led to the band calling it quits back in 2009, and how much of it had to do with the Scene shifting versus label pressure and just straight up bad timing. There’s some real honesty about their second record not landing the way they wanted, and what it feels like to watch the sound you built your band on start getting passed by something heavier. We also talk about the return, including the very “Sydney” move of coming back after two decades with a minute-and-a-half punk jam for no real reason at all… which, of course, has a deeper story behind it than you’d expect. There’s a ton of Scene talk in here, too. Touring stories, how fast things changed in the mid-2000s, getting compared to bands they weren’t even trying to sound like, and what they were actually listening to when they wrote that first record. You may be surprised… If you were there for this era, you’re going to feel this one. If you weren’t, this is one of those conversations that explains why it still matters. Funeral For A Friend is even mentioned! Sydney is back 🤘 Original Photo Credit: Marion Ms Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Scott, Jay, and Sydney in all they do! Two new songs are available now! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Scott IG 🤘 Jay IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 TikTok 🤘 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 13m
  6. Torn Open - Sofia DeMasi Visits

    Apr 28

    Torn Open - Sofia DeMasi Visits

    On this episode of Ian’s Untitled Scene Show, I sit down with Sofia DeMasi from Torn Open right as they gear up to drop Torn the F**k Open, Vol. 2 (through Blue Grape Music) and go out on tour THIS FRIDAY! We get into the chaos behind the new release, locking in the real Torn Open lineup, and why Volume 2 hits harder, tighter, and way more cohesive than anything they’ve done before. Sofia breaks down her jump from drummer to frontwoman, the trial-by-fire approach to learning harsh vocals, and the real struggle of keeping your voice alive when you’re pushing it to the limit. We also get into touring madness, band chemistry that somehow doesn’t implode in hotel rooms (and hopefully not in a van), and a refreshingly honest take on where deathcore is right now…including a few opinions that some of you may not agree with (tune in and find out) 🤘 It’s fun, it’s chaotic, it’s honest… and yeah, this is exactly why long-form conversations still matter 🤘 Note: I realized that Bayside isn’t really Long Island. I meant West Babylon. As Staind once said, it’s been a while 🤘 Check out the exclusive conversation below, including iTunes, Spotify, and more: Spotify 🤘 iTunes Make sure to support Sofia and Torn Open in all they do! The new EP Torn The F**k Open Vol. 2 comes out THIS FRIDAY! Check out all the ways to support them below: Band IG 🤘 Band FB 🤘 Personal FB 🤘 Personal IG 🤘 Spotify 🤘 TikTok 🤘 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

    1h 8m
  7. LEVELS - Jager Felice

    Mar 30

    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
  8. 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
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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!

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  • 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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