E44 - "Feedback City" by and with Too Late, But Still Brett Johnson sits down with Minneapolis post-hardcore outfit Too Late, But Still to talk about “Feedback City” — a swirling, slow-burn track from their emotionally layered debut LP, Night Songs. Born from a rehearsal room riff that nearly vanished into noise, the song emerged through collective trust and sonic experimentation. With echo-laced leads, a vocal performance that escalates from restraint to rawness, and a chorus that hits like a wall of feeling, “Feedback City” captures the spirit of a band willing to follow the moment wherever it leads. The band reflects on writing without ego, trusting live takes over perfection, and finding magic in the unresolved. Follow Too Late, But Still: https://toolatebutstill.bandcamp.com/ https://instagram.com/toolatebutstill Thanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story. Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #FeedbackCity #TooLateButStill #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #NightSongs #minneapolismusic #posthardcore #musicpodcast

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E43 - "Goodbye Before You Go" by Banquets with Travis Omilian Brett Johnson sits down with Travis Omilian of Banquets (Jersey City, NJ) to talk about “Goodbye Before You Go” — a stirring track from the band’s first album in over a decade, Petty Relics. What started in 2010 as a group of friends making melodic punk with a wink (a band named after a beer, a debut 7" titled This Is Our Concern, Dude) has grown into something far deeper. Across Top Button, Bottom Shelf and their self-titled follow-up, Banquets built a reputation for tight arrangements, anthemic energy, and lyrical introspection that lingered longer than the last chord. Now, after ten years of silence, Petty Relics marks not just a return, but a reckoning. “Goodbye Before You Go” is a standout — a meditation on love, loss, and letting go that captures the band’s matured voice. Travis opens up about writing from a place of deep personal meaning, about what it takes to reconnect with your sound after a decade, and why this particular goodbye needed a melody. With lines like “Say I am better to have known” and “We won’t catch lightning like you again,” the song delivers both a farewell and a benediction — a moment of gratitude wrapped in grit. There’s a quiet ache beneath the melodic lift, a layered balance of hope, hurt, and reflection that few bands in this genre ever touch. Be sure to show your support on Bancamp Friday and connect with them on IG to stay connected.  Keep up with Banquets at: https://banquetshq.com https://www.instagram.com/banquetshq https://banquets.bandcamp.com/ Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host, B-Side Breakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown https://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdown #GoodbyeBeforeYouGo #Banquets #TravisOmilian #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast

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E42 - "Unrest" by Kind Skies wtih Chris Boss & Mitch Snyder Kind Skies is a great band from Lexington, KY. They do things their way, authentically and organically, and allow things to unfold as they do. I caught up with Chris on the first segment of the episode then the rest of the band showed up for the second. It was great to chat with them and deep dive into their track "Unrest" that comes off their August 2025 release, "Echo". Be sure to show your support on Bancamp Friday and connect with them on IG to stay connected.  Keep up with Kind Skies at: https://kindskies.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kindskiesband #Unrest #KindSkies #ChrisBoss #MitchSnyder #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast

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E41 - "All I Need" by ExactlyNo with Nick and Ted Finally got a chance to talk with ExactlyNo, noe of my favorite bands from Minneapolis, MN about their single, “All I Need”. Known for their big, dynamic sound—explosive drums, guitars that double as riffs and atmosphere, and vocals that carry both raw edge and melodic intention—ExactlyNo push their sonic boundaries on this track. “All I Need” was produced by Jeremy Tappero and mastered by Bruce Templeton at MicroPhonic Mastering. In our conversation, we’ll explore how the song came together—from writing and arrangement choices to emotional themes. What drove the lyrics? How did the production serve the message? And where does “All I Need” sit in ExactlyNo’s evolving identity, especially as they edge toward their next full-length? Whether you’re into songwriting craft, rock production choices, or the stories behind new independent records, this one’s for you. Be sure to show your support on Bancamp Friday and connect with them on IG to stay connected.  Keep up with ExactlyNo at: https://exactlyno.bandcamp.com/ https://exactlyno.com/ https://www.instagram.com/exactlynoband Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host of B-Side Breakdown https://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #AllINeed #ExactlyNo #NickLarsen #TedAnderson #CardinalSunRecords #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast

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E40 - "Butterflies" by The Snorts with Aaron Stoquert Take Two... You'll hear us joke about it in the episode but this was my 2nd attempt at getting Aaron Stoquert from The Snorts on an episode. We pulled up this time around to talk about the song “Butterflies,” off of their 2024 release, "pitter patter", which I can't recommend enough from beginning to end. If you’re into songs that sprint, sting, and stay with you after they’re over, this one’s a ride. Tune in to hear the full story behind “Butterflies.” Keep up with The Snorts at: https://thesnorts.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thesnorts/ Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host of B-Side Breakdown https://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #Butterflies #TheSnorts #AaronStoquert #DCxPCLive #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast

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E39 - "Missing You For Days" by johnnyrook with Zac Boyd I was happy to get the chance to sit down with Zac from Minneapolis, MN based johnnyrook to talk about their song, "Missing You For Days". johnnyrook has been a staple in the Minneapolis rock scene for decades now, and after a hiatus have come back strong with their new record, "The More Things Change" released this past July. Be sure to show your support on Bancamp Friday and connect with them on IG to stay connected.  Keep up with johnnyrook at: https://johnnyrook.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/johnnyrookmusic/ Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host of B-Side Breakdown https://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #MissingYouForDays #jonhnyrook #ZacBoyd #CardinalSunRecords #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast

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E38 - "WTF" by Adios Fatso with Sir-Ken Celli Adios Fatso is a Massachusetts-based DIY punk project that harnesses dark humor and razor-sharp commentary to dissect modern life — especially during the turbulence of the pandemic. WTF, released in 2025, delivers punchy intensity wrapped in under two minutes — a spotlight on crab mentality shaped by real events. Though forged in punk ethos, WTF benefits from top-tier finishing: mixed by Andrew Berlin and mastered by Jason Livermore at the iconic Blasting Room in Fort Collins — blending raw energy with sonic clarity. In this episode, we unpack how WTF distills punchy observations into visceral art, explore the impact of that Blasting Room sheen on otherwise gritty vocals and guitars, and get into how Adios Fatso channels real frustration into an irresistible, compact anthem. Join us as we dig into how minimal time equals maximum message.

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E37 - "While Dying" by Skjolden with Carl Skildum Grateful to catch up with an old fried, Carl Skildum.  Skjolden is the first solo project from Carl Skildum of Inexorum, Majesties, and Antiverse. Located in Minneapolis and entirely self-directed, Skjolden exists in the thrilling intersection of melodic black and death metal, with layered guitars and synth-laden crescendos. On this episode, we focus on “While Dying”, one of the standout tracks from Insouciant Metaphysical Grandeur (released June 20, 2025). Clocking in at 3:58, the song conjures fiery riffs, ethereal keys, and growled verses. We’ll unpack the lyrical weight and musical architecture of “While Dying”, talk about how synths color the black metal storm, and explore how Skildum marries existential dread with cathartic melody. If you’re fascinated by underground metal crafted with wit, grit, and atmospheric depth—this episode is your cathedral of sound.

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E36 - "Call To Action" by 504 Plan with Scott Pasch from DCxPC Live Records 504 Plan is a neurodivergent high school punk band from Washington, D.C., whose music is as urgent as it is unfiltered. Their debut vinyl, DCxPC Live & Dead Vol. 6, features the explosive single Call to Action and captures both their sweat-soaked live energy (recorded at DC9) and their studio polish (tracked at the legendary Inner Ear with Don Zientara). In this episode, we sit down not with the band, but with Scott Pasch, founder of DCxPC Live Records, to talk about what drew him to 504 Plan, the ethos behind the label, and the importance of documenting live punk in the streaming age. Scott walks us through the recording process, and what it means to press something real for a new generation of angry, brilliant kids. If you care about punk as a movement and not just a sound, this one’s for you. 504 Plan: https://www.instagram.com/504plan.band/ DCxPC Live: https://dcxpclive.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dcxpc_live https://dcxpclive.com/ Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host of B-Side Breakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #504Plan #CallToAction #DCxPCLive #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast 

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E35 - "Psyayayduck" by Indoor Friends with Kat and Amanda Indoor Friends (Boston, MA) fuse confessional punk and melodic power-pop into something entirely their own, and nowhere is that more clear than in their latest single, psyayayduck What starts as a lyrical spiral of emotional wreckage becomes a full-blown cathartic release—chaotic, catchy, and unexpectedly fun. In this episode, the band breaks down the writing process behind psyayayduck and how they balance humor, heartbreak, and harmony in everything they do. Indoor Friends: https://indoorfriendsma.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/indoorfriendsma Thank you for your continued support! Brett Johnson Host of B-Side Breakdown https://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdown https://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown #IndoorFriends #Psyayayduck #bsidebreakdown #threecrowsclub #brettjamesjohnson #musicpodcast 

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