Episodes

  • Relatively Unscathed (Book Update)

    Relatively Unscathed (Book Update)
    Dec 31 2024
    I decided to record a short episode giving everyone a little background and update on the book I finished writing earlier this year. Thank you all for the continued support throughout the years. Have a Happy New Year everyone! Here's to 2025! Respect. https://linktr.ee/relativelyunscathed https://linktr.ee/thebrooklynblastfurnace https://www.instagram.com/relativelyunscathed https://www.facebook.com/groups/relativelyunscathed/?ref=share_group_link Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Nick Light
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    30 mins
  • Roger Miret (Agnostic Front. The Alligators. The Disasters. The Psychos. Madball)

    Roger Miret (Agnostic Front. The Alligators. The Disasters. The Psychos. Madball)
    Dec 24 2024
    This was a very long time coming. My guest on this episode of The Brooklyn Blast Furnace Podcast is one of The Godfathers of Hardcore... singer for Agnostic Front, The Alligators, The Disasters, former bass player for The Psychos and Madball... author of "My Riot: Agnostic Front, Grit, Guts & Glory" and his new book, "WITH TIME: The Roger Miret Archives"... ladies and gentlemen, one of the greatest to ever do it... my friend, Roger Miret! We had a cool, laid-back conversation about everything from his books, holding onto memories, how hardcore and the culture is so important to us, and many other people on a personal level. I decided to pick his brain about one of my all-time favorite AF records, "Liberty & Justice For...", what's going on with The Alligators and what's next up for Agnostic Front. I'm grateful for the time he put aside for me. Especially since he rarely does podcasts as well as taking time away from his family to talk to me for a little while. Nothing but the utmost respect. On all platforms here: https://linktr.ee/thebrooklynblastfurnace Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/relativelyunscathed Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Nick Light
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Lil Dee aka Danny James (Rapper)

    Lil Dee aka Danny James (Rapper)
    Dec 12 2024
    A brand new episode of The Brooklyn Blast Furnace Podcast has dropped. Smash this: https://linktr.ee/thebrooklynblastfurnace My guest this time around is Lil Dee " Danny James. Ridiculously talented, born and raised and representing Coney Island. He wrote his first rhyme at ten years old. He was killing cyphers at twelve and hasn't stopped since. With his 20th birthday fresh behind him, he isn't even close to stopping. In my opinion, he was pulled right out of the golden era and placed here. A lyricist with clever word play, punchlines, and touches on relatable topics. Something a little different for everyone. Check him out and support this kid. He has crazy work ethic and is constantly grinding. Respect. https://lildeeraps.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lil_dee_raps Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Nick Light
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Craig Holloway (Artist. Cold As Life. H8 Inc. Blunt Force Trauma)

    Craig Holloway (Artist. Cold As Life. H8 Inc. Blunt Force Trauma)
    Dec 9 2024
    I sat down and chopped it up with legendary artist and musician, Craig Holloway. Available Now on all platforms here: https://linktr.ee/thebrooklynblastfurnace We go into his artwork, horror movies and the inspiration for his style of art, coming up in the Detroit hardcore scene. Cold As Life, H8 Inc., Blunt Force Trauma and touch on some of his earlier bands like Ricochet and Rockhead. He explains how he wound up down in Texas, as well as a little about original Cold As Life singer, Rawn Beauty (RIP). I hope you enjoy this one. Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/relativelyunscathed https://www.instagram.com/craighollowayart Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Tim Anderson Jr. and Nick Light
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Jay Way (Bayway. 25 Ta Life. Shattered Realm)

    Jay Way (Bayway. 25 Ta Life. Shattered Realm)
    Nov 27 2024
    When I say Bayway... you say... Motherfuckers, my guest on this episode of The Brooklyn Blast Furnace is JayWay. Singer for Bayway, 25 Ta Life and guitarist for Shattered Realm. He also has a rap project out under the name JayWay 908. Bayway has quickly caught on with the hardcore scene, and I'm all in as well. I met Jay only a couple months ago in person out on Long Island at a show. We started to bullshit for a few minutes and asked him if he'd be down to come on. We go into that certain moment that we all have that was our turning point headed into the hardcore scene. A couple of his former bands, and eventually the birth of Bayway. He is also the new singer for the legendary 25 Ta Life, so of course, I had to ask how that all came about. A super humble guy who loves and appreciates every aspect of making music and playing liv. He'll be back on the podcast, I'm sure. I hope you all enjoy this. Respect. BAYWAY MOTHERFUCKER! Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Tim Anderson Jr. and Nick Light
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Bobby Hambel (Biohazard)

    Bobby Hambel (Biohazard)
    Nov 21 2024
    This was one episode of The Brooklyn Blast Furnace Podcast that I honestly never thought would happen. My guest this time around is one of the founding members and legendary guitarist of Biohazard, Bobby Hambel, aka Bobby The Handball. Bobby hardly ever does interviews or podcasts, so for him to take the time out to sit with me for an hour and a half was ridiculously cool of him. We go way back to even before the formation of the band when he had a project called "Rattlehead". We then go to meeting Anthony Meo (RIP) then Evan Billy and Danny Shuler. We touch on the early days of touring, the first record, and 32 years of Urban Discipline. From the very beginning until now, a new record being recorded and paying tribute to several friends that have passed throughout the years. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did doing it. Much Respect. Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Tim Anderson Jr. and Nick Light
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Beast (H8 Inc.)

    Beast (H8 Inc.)
    Nov 15 2024
    My guest on the podcast is someone I've been wanting to speak with for a long time. singer for Detroit hardcore bands, H8 Inc. Ladies and gentlemen, BEAST! Finding a record harder than any of their three records would be rough to do. We go into the very beginning of the band, the three records, and what is happening with them now. of course, we had to mention our friend Ratbones because of his notorious reputation in Detroit back in the day. beast couldn't have been a nicer guy. I hope you all enjoy this one. Rest in Peace, Darrel Maniac! H8!!! https://linktr.ee/thebrooklynblastfurnace https://linktr.ee/relativelyunscathed H8 Inc. on IG: https://www.instagram.com/h8incdetroit Buy "Fraternal Order of Felons" on vinyl here: https://daze-style.com/products/h8-inc-fraternal-order-of-felons-pre-order Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Tim Anderson Jr. and Nick Light
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Mike Valente (Brick By Brick. Upstate Black N Blue. Extreme Music Awards)

    Mike Valente (Brick By Brick. Upstate Black N Blue. Extreme Music Awards)
    Oct 25 2024
    Back with another episode of The Brooklyn Blast Furnace. This time around, I have my friend, Mike Valente on. Founding member and guitarist for Brick By Brick. He also founded the Extreme Music Awards, which will hold its 2nd annual award show on January 10th, 2025, at Empire Live in Albany, New York. We talk some Brick By Brick history and their upcoming EP, which will be released by Upstate Records. How he got the idea and created the Extreme Music Awards, and he delves into the decade-long pseudo-feud with Chris Jericho from Fozzy. Mike is a great guy, and I always enjoy seeing him and shooting the shit. This episode is hilarious. Much Respect. Enjoy. @upstaterecords9776 Extreme Music Awards Info and TIcket Information: https://extrememusicawards.com Get your Brick By Brick merch here: https://www.upstaterecordsny.com Support: Generation Records 210 Thompson Street West Village, NYC Intro: Phil LoCastro & Joseph A. Cassar Intro Visuals: Marc Kutik Edits: Tim Anderson Jr. and Nick Light
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    1 hr and 8 mins