This Is Hardcore Podcast Episode 147 Matt Henderson -Agnostic Front, Madball and now H20.
Jan 5, 2024
Matt Henderson, hardcore legend, discusses the Minneapolis/St Paul hc scene of the 1980s, his involvement with bands like Agnostic Front and Madball, touring Europe, the fall of the Berlin Wall, challenges of being a professional musician, and the transition to H20. He reflects on the importance of friendship, the legacy of the hardcore music scene, and the gratitude for the community.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Dimension Six, Hardcore Scene Support, and Reflections on Friendship
01:36 • 8min
Influences from Parents
09:53 • 6min
Evolution of Music and Influence on Their Life
15:36 • 23min
Local Bands and the Legacy of Jack
38:23 • 18min
Misunderstood by Outsiders
56:28 • 24min
Joining Agnostic Front and Touring Europe
01:20:30 • 7min
The Fall of the Berlin Wall and the Aftermath in Europe
01:27:10 • 2min
The Punk Scene's Response to International Perceptions
01:28:53 • 20min
The Writing Process and Musical Influences
01:48:33 • 14min
The Breakup of AF (Agnostic Front)
02:02:45 • 16min
Challenges of Being a Professional Musician
02:18:31 • 2min
Transition from Agnostic Front to Madball and H20
02:20:56 • 4min
The Role of Money in the Hardcore Music Scene
02:25:19 • 4min
Performing at Dynamo 95
02:29:12 • 7min
Reflecting on Legacy and Gratitude
02:36:04 • 16min