OurSpace with Matt Vettese

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Charlie Kerr, frontman of Hotel Mira, actor, and playwright, for a deeply honest conversation about vulnerability, shame, success, and connection. We dive into Hotel Mira’s new EP The Afterparty, how it continues the themes introduced on Pity Party, and why emotional honesty has become the band’s defining strength.

Charlie opens up about writing songs where he often pos...

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Dylan Espeseth, an up-and-coming alternative/emo artist with over 500,000 monthly Spotify listeners, to talk about his upcoming debut album, his creative journey, and the emotional weight behind his music.

We dive into Dylan’s influences, from Dashboard Confessional, Motion City Soundtrack, and Saves the Day, to folk, Midwest emo, and even emo rap, and how those sounds ...

HUDDY joins me for an honest and unfiltered conversation about his new era, the story behind “Burn The Ballroom Down,” and what it was like collaborating with Vic Fuentes of Pierce the Veil. We dive deep into his creative process, the emotional weight behind his upcoming music, and the real struggles artists face behind the scenes.

Huddy opens up about the darker side of the music industry, the pressure to constantly evolve, mental...

Bailey Spinn has taken over TikTok with 15M followers but her pivot into music is where things get REALLY interesting.

In this episode, Bailey opens up about: • Getting humbled by early hate & using it to level up her vocals • Breaking out of the “TikToker” box and proving herself as a real artist • Her love for Paramore, Evanescence, Poppy, and nu-metal • Her new darker era, her heaviest music yet, and what fans can expect in ...

In this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I sit down with Halifax emo band Customer Service to talk all about their new EP If You’re Here, You Must Be Fine. We dig into their place in the growing Halifax music scene, and how 90s emo influences shaped their sound.

We also dive into the meaning behind the new EP, the band’s evolution beyond breakup songs, and why the East Coast might secretly have the strongest scene in Canada r...

House & Home talk their new album I Won’t Look For You, writing on the road, and levelling up their sound in this interview with OurSpace. Pat breaks down how the band approached their sophomore record, what changed in their writing process, and why this album feels louder, heavier, and more honest than anything they’ve done before. We also get into touring life, balancing relationships, and finding confidence as a band in your...

Collin Hanes from Bearings joins OurSpace to talk all about the band’s brand-new album Comfort Company (out November 7). We dig into what makes this record their most natural-sounding yet, how the songwriting process has evolved, and why embracing imperfection gave the album its character.

We also chat about getting older in the scene, the Menzingers’ influence, and how Derrick from State Champs ended up on the track “Float Away.”

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Boys Like Girls talk When We Were Young, perfecting their live show, and the nostalgia of playing songs that defined a generation. Plus, stories from the stage, lessons learned from touring with the Jonas Brothers, and how they keep their energy high 20 years later.

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Arm’s Length talk When We Were Young, being one of the youngest bands on the lineup, and what it’s like sharing the stage with their heroes. Plus, breaking out from Canada, the story behind their new album, and finding connection with fans across generations.

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Taking Back Sunday talk When We Were Young, the evolution of their sound, and connecting with a new generation of fans. Plus, how they stay true to their roots, lessons learned over two decades, and the energy that keeps their live shows legendary.

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Taylor Acorn talks When We Were Young, leading the new wave of the emo revival, and sharing a lineup with the bands she grew up on. Plus, we chat about her latest release Poster Child, finding her confidence as an artist, and what fans can expect next.

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Her Leather Jacket talk When We Were Young, breaking into the scene, and what it’s like being one of the newest acts on a nostalgia-packed lineup. Plus, Warped Tour memories, festival discoveries, and new music with members of Underoath!

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Set Your Goals talk When We Were Young, reuniting after years away, and what sparked their comeback. Plus, new music updates, the story behind “Echoes,” and reflections on how the scene has evolved since the 2000s.

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On this episode of OurSpace with Matt Vettese, I’m joined by Aren’t We Amphibians, the genre-bending alternative/emo band blending indie rock, prog, and post-punk into a sound that’s all their own.

We dive into the making of their latest record, their creative process, and how they balance experimentation with catchy songwriting. The band opens up about sampling King of the Hill, navigating the DIY scene, and why they’re determined...

Indie rock trio Weakened Friends are back and gearing up for their brand-new album! In my chat with Sonia and Annie we talk about the band’s creative process, their emo and alternative rock influences, and the stories behind their latest songs. We also dive into touring life, the DIY music scene, and what fans can expect next from Weakened Friends.

If you’re a fan of indie rock, emo, alternative, or bands like Speedy Ortiz, Bully, ...