The Austin Young Show
Podcast showcasing independent DFW local punk, pop-punk and Ska. Join me Austin Young as I interview all my favorite bands and entertainers. Get the latest Dallas music news and tracks all in one awesome show. For more information follow me @theaustinyoungshow.
Episodes
Boss Riot joins The Austin Young Show to talk about Here We Go Again, their newest album and a record shaped by some very real challenges. Made during COVID while members of the band were dealing with surgeries, cancer, loss, recovery, heartbreak, fear and hope, the album became a reflection of everything life was throwing at them.
We talk about the song “Don’t Grow Up Too Fast,” the role music can play when thing...
JER joins The Austin Young Show to talk about what it's like being an artist right now, the struggles facing bands and musicians, and the reality of trying to build a life around music.
We get into Supernova Ska Festival, JER's experience as an educator, why music education matters, and the current political climate — including the absolutely bizarre situation where brass instruments seem to have become public enemy number on...
Blake Rules joins The Austin Young Show to talk about his new album Synth City, his connection to the Supernova Ska Festival, and his completely unpredictable musical career. We get into ska, DIY music, his work as illustrator and the many strange and wonderful places his creativity has taken him. It's a conversation about music, community, and refusing to stay in one genre.
Follow Blake Rules:
Tim Hildebrand of Catbite joins The Austin Young Show to talk about the band's new Doom Garden EP, working with Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump on "Tired Of Talk," Catbite's history with Supernova Ska Festival, and their return to the festival in just a few weeks. Tim also opens up about what's next for Catbite and whether Doom Garden could mark the end of their run with Bad Time Records though nothing is set in stone.
Follow Catbite:
...King Booty Disco frontman Vic Toruno joins The Austin Young Show for a conversation about disco, music, the DFW scene, and the band's brand-new album, Disco Crush. We get into the band's sound, the creative process behind the new record, and what happens when you combine serious musicianship with a band name like King Booty Disco. It's funky, it's weird, and somehow we managed to keep the conversation from completely derailing. Mos...
Chaos arrives on The Austin Young Show as Dallas hardcore punk band No-Fun stops by to talk about their new demo, featuring members of Casual Relapse, The Fullstops, and Crystal of Agony. What starts as a conversation about the band's music quickly goes off the rails with stories about a new straight edge lifestyle, accusations of being on Grindr, and plenty of unfiltered laughs along the way. If you love hardcore punk, DIY music, ...
Podcasting has changed the way we tell stories, consume media, and connect with audiences—and filmmaker Shaun Michael Colón joins The Austin Young Show to share how he captured that evolution in his documentary Age of Audio. We discuss the seven-year journey of making the film, the history of podcasting, the pioneers who built the medium, independent filmmaking, and what the future holds for audio storytelling in the age of Y...
The founders of The Festival, Nick and Dustin, join The Austin Young Show to talk about what it really takes to build an independent music festival from the ground up. Best known to many as members of the Dallas ska band Set The Tone, they share the story behind launching the festival, the challenges of supporting local artists, the importance of the DIY music scene, and what's in store for this year's event. Whether you're a fan o...
his week, I'm joined by Tonino Baliardo, the legendary guitarist, composer, and founding member of the Gipsy Kings, for a conversation celebrating more than four decades of unforgettable music.
Tonino discusses the inspiration behind Historia, the latest album from Gipsy Kings featuring Tonino Baliardo, and how it reflects the band's remarkable musical journey while honoring the sound and traditions that made them a global phenomen...
https://www.instagram.com/promfartsunknown/
https://www.instagram.com/scrpunk/
https://www.instagram.com/the_weigh_down_/
https://www.instagram.com/aoamovie/
Theme song by The Fullstops & Tony Edmonds
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week on The Austin Young Show, I sit down with Jennifer “Zooki” Sturges of Ex Regrets for an episode packed with passion, purpose, and new beginnings. We talk about the roots of Ex Regrets and how Zooki’s riot grrrl influences along with her work with queer, trans, and femme communities in North Texas have shaped the band’s sound and message.
What’s coming up: Riot Girl Fest 2025
Zooki announces...
This week on The Austin Young Show I’m sharing some of my current playlist favorites including new music from Sloth Fist and talking about what’s happening around Deep Ellum. Dezi 5 is bringing an iconic headline performance to the historic Kessler Theater, and Loyal Sally is back from the dead with a headlining show at Deep Ellum Art Co along with a new album in the works. The playlist is packed with punk, ska, indie, ...
On this episode of The Austin Young Show, I sit down with Rev.T Sinister and Jenny Whiskey of legendary ska-punk band Hub City Stompers to talk about their new album Drinking Rage—a album that no two songs that sound the same, unbelievable fun, energetic, and unapologetic social commentary. You have to listen to it.
We dig into the stories behind the songs, what keeps them going after all these years in the scene. Plus we disc...
Aaron “AC” Capers pulls up—drummer for Justin Ross & Deadwood Revival, and one of the hardest-working musicians in DFW.
We talk about why he had to leave King Booty Disco (turns out being in every band has a breaking point), what’s happening with Further North, and his new book Over the Barline—a powerful, poetic dive into rhythm, life, and everything in between.
He also gets real about his love for ...
On this episode of The Austin Young Show, Austin and co-host Veronica Young bring you updates from both the art world and the music scene, plus some major announcements.
Veronica shares the story behind her latest mixed-media piece, which is featured in the “Divine Timing” group exhibition opening Thursday, July 24 from 6 to 9 PM at Arc Gallery, located at 2602 Main Street, Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX 75226. She also previews...
In this episode, I sit down with emerging Dallas hip-hop artist Brandon Lawson. Brandon opens up about his family’s deep musical roots and how growing up surrounded by music shaped his journey as a songwriter and performer. From learning instruments at a young age to blending his love of anime and Nickelodeon into his sound, his story is equal parts heartfelt and offbeat.
We talk about the origins of some of his tracks, how no...
In this episode of The Austin Young Show, we’re diving into the lineup for Sweat Fest TX 2025, a one-day, two-stage music festival packed with 16 incredible bands, cold brews, and community energy—all in support of Amplified Minds, a nonprofit focused on mental health and addiction recovery.
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: Growl Records / Division Brewing
509 E Abram St, Arling...
Join me and Veronica as we go through some fun stories of our time in the UK and I play my favorite UK bands.
Dub Pistols - I Predict a Riot
Popes Of Chillitown - Crashmat
The Ruined - Death Will Be A Lady
*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to t...
Re-Enjoy this episode from January:
In this episode of The Austin Young Show, I sit down with the Austin-based ska powerhouse Hans Gruber and the Die Hards. Recorded on the back patio of Three Links during the final stop of their tour, this conversation dives into the band’s unconventional approach to music, wild tour stories, and what it takes to keep the ska and punk scene alive. We also chat about supporting local music, th...
Enjoy this classic episode from April 2024:
This episode, we're getting rowdy with the Dallas punks, Die Würst! Joining us are vocalist Sean, the fiery frontman with a voice that could shatter glass, his cousin Matt who lays down the thunderous basslines, and guitarist Jesse, the riff maestro who injects pure chaos into their sound.
Die Würst have been making waves in the local scene, known for their electrifying live shows tha...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.
Gregg Rosenthal and a rotating crew of elite NFL Media co-hosts, including Patrick Claybon, Colleen Wolfe, Steve Wyche, Nick Shook and Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic get you caught up daily on all the NFL news and analysis you need to be smarter and funnier than your friends.
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.