

The State of the Scene (SOTS Podcast)
Sam and Marcos
The Alternative Music Show.
Join Sam and Marcos every week to talk about all the big news and releases in the alternative music scene!
Join Sam and Marcos every week to talk about all the big news and releases in the alternative music scene!
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 40min
Loathe RETURN, System of a Down SNAPPED From Spotify, Ice Nine Kills NEW ALBUM | SOTS Podcast 5/5/25
This week Sam and Marcos investigate why Spotify deleted System of a Down's Toxicity, Loathe finally return with a new music, Ice Nine Kills tease new album, Silverstein announce their second new record this year, Hayley Williams collaborates with Turnstile, Sleep Token tops the likes of Benson Boone and Megan Thee Stallion, should bands legally be allowed to stop playing their old material(?), we review the newest albums from Acres and Tetrarch, and much more! News: System of a Down's Toxicity disappears from Spotify, Ice Nine Kills sort of announce new album, Electric Tallboy and Blind Channel lose members, Sleep Token tops the charts again and more (11:54). Spotlight: RinRin, Ritual Division, and Defiance HC starting at (32:07). New Music: Silverstein, Loathe, Turnstile, Durry, Signs of the Swarm, and Johnny Booth starting at (45:38). Reviews: Acres (1:17:04) and Tetrarch (1:28:40). Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social

Apr 27, 2025 • 1h 58min
Green Day vs Charli xcx, Dayseeker vs Moonlight, Fit For A King vs Nuke | SOTS Podcast 4/28/25
This week Sam and Marcos are back to talk new music from Dayseeker, Turnstile, Fit For A King, We Came As Romans and more, plus Green Day are getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sleep Token continues to own the Billboard Hot Hard Rock Songs Chart, are tariffs going to make band merch prices soar(?), we review the newest album from Landmvrks and much more! News: Green Day are getting a Hollywood star, Riot Fest announce the 2025 line-up, Sleep Token top the charts again, Spencer Charna's is making a horror film and more (11:41). Spotlight: Unsettled and Mouth Culture starting at (35:32). New Music: Dayseeker, The Devil Wears Prada, Fit For A King, Turnstile, Broadside, Woe, Is Me and We Came As Romans starting at (52:25). Reviews: Landmvrks (1:38:16). Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social

Apr 7, 2025 • 2h 10min
Sleep Token Get Sticky, Babymetal Enlist Poppy, Michael Clifford Is Cool | SOTS Podcast 4/7/25
This week Sam and Marcos talk big new songs from Sleep Token, Babymetal, and Michael Clifford, A Day To Remember take over the charts, You Me At Six are officially over, Oli Sykes (Bring Me The Horizon) is in the studio, what is good mosh pit etiquette(?), plus reviews on new albums from Magnolia Park and Within Destruction, and lots more! News: You Me At Six and Sum 41 are officially over, A Day To Remember own the charts, Oli Sykes is in the studio, Summer School Tour drops the line-up for 2025 and more (9:44). Spotlight: Ethereal Treason and Durry starting at (25:31). New Music: Sleep Token, Babymetal, Michael Clifford, Sleep Theory, and Tallah starting at (43:53). Reviews: Magnolia Park (1:28:14) and Within Destruction (1:51:38). Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social

Mar 31, 2025 • 2h 3min
Linkin Park Rise Up, Sleep Token Are In The Weather, Thornhill Album Review | SOTS Podcast 3/31/25
This week, the hosts dive into Linkin Park's new deluxe album and Evanescence's anime twist. They discuss the cancellation of Sad Summer Fest and the buzz around Bad Omens in the studio. The chat heats up with thoughts on audience etiquette at concerts, especially whether it's cringe to shout song titles. The review of Thornhill's striking album 'Bodies' unpacks its emotional depth, while playful anecdotes about track names and the quirky dynamics of concerts add to the fun!

Mar 24, 2025 • 2h 2min
A Day To Remember Big Ole Album Review, MGK Drops A Sentimental Banger | SOTSPodcast 3/24/25
This week Sam and Marcos review the newest albums from A Day To Remember and Underoath, Sleep Token just keeps getting bigger, Hayley William's Grandmother has been protecting a sacred emo artifact, MGK drops a heartfelt tribute, Yungblud is in his rock opera era and lots more! News: Sleep Token keeps growing, Spiritbox and Imminence hit the charts, Babymetal announces a North American tour, Hayley Williams Grandmother has the sacred Decode beanie and more (15:28). Spotlight: Loveletter and Harrison Gordon starting at (31:15) New Music: MGK, Yungblud, Malevolence, Static Dress, and Dead7 starting at (37:43). Reviews: A Day To Remember (1:03:32) and Underoath (1:31:45) Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social

Mar 17, 2025 • 1h 44min
SLEEP TOKEN'S RE-EMERGENCE, BLOODYWOOD ALBUM REVIEW, FAKE VS REAL METALCORE | SOTS Podcast 3/17/25
Sam and Marcos celebrate the exciting return of Sleep Token and dive into a review of Bloodywood's culturally infused metal album. They engage in a spirited debate over what defines 'real' versus 'fake' metalcore, while also discussing the fresh sounds emerging in the rock scene. The hosts share their humorous experiences dealing with illness and explore modern themes in war films, all while keeping up with the latest music news. Don't miss their insights on rising talents like Tiberius and the significance of saxophones in metal!

Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 52min
SPIRITBOX AND WHITECHAPEL REVIEWS, PLUS GHOST HAVE A NEW PAPA & MORE | SOTS Podcast 3/10/25
This week Sam and Marcos review the newest albums from Spiritbox and Whitechapel, welcome a new Papa to Ghost, speculate on the Sleep Token mystery of the week, Bring Me The Horizon are coming to America, Teddy Swims was almost in Linkin Park, Get Scared are back and lots more! News: Sleep Token enter the final phase of teasing, A Day To Remember sell a lot of albums, apparently Teddy Swims was almost the vocalist for Linkin Park, Get Scared return, Bring Me The Horizon are finally coming back to America and more starting at (10:36). Spotlight: Visenya, Knife Bride, and Lake Malice starting at (33:50) New Music: Ghost, Imminence, Wolves At The Gate, Alissic, and Tropic Gold starting at (43:16). Reviews: Spiritbox (1:01:02) and Whitechapel (1:35:29) Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social

Mar 3, 2025 • 1h 56min
ARCHITECTS ALBUM REVIEW, BAD OMENS & COREY TAYLOR TEAM UP, SUMMER OF LOUD TOUR | SOTS Podcast 3/3/25
Dive into a whirlwind of music discussions covering the latest album from Architects and a thrilling collaboration between Bad Omens and Corey Taylor. The hosts tackle the evolution of pop punk and share humorous insights on health routines. They also explore the excitement of the Summer of Loud Tour and critique the slow music release pace from popular bands. With a spotlight on emerging artists like Troubled Minds, the conversation is packed with engaging anecdotes and a genuine love for all things heavy music.

Feb 24, 2025 • 2h 12min
SLEEP TOKEN TEASE, A DAY TO REMEMBER GO BIG, ONE OK ROCK ALBUM REVIEW | SOTS Podcast 2/24/25
The hosts dive into A Day To Remember's exciting album drop and explore the mysterious teases from Sleep Token. They discuss the challenges of Warped Tour's lineup and the lawsuit involving The Amity Affliction's trademark. New music from One Ok Rock and Silverstein is critically reviewed, highlighting their unique sounds and production choices. The increasing costs of concerts also raise concern, prompting a lively debate on the state of the music scene today. Plus, a sneak peek at a vinyl giveaway adds an extra touch of excitement!

Feb 17, 2025 • 2h 4min
AHREN OUT OF THE AMITY AFFLICTION, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE REVIEW, NEW UNDEROATH | SOTS Podcast 2/17/25
This week Sam and Marcos talk The Amity Affliction officially parting with Ahren Stringer, Matt Skiba rejoins Blink-182 for a night, Spiritbox allude to potential collaborative album, Brendon Urie returns from the grave, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced, new music from Underoath, The Callous Daoboys, Heart Attack Man, Arm's Length and more, plus reviews of new albums from Killswitch Engage and Love Is Noise, and lots more! News: The Amity Affliction officially separate with Ahren Stringer, Matt Skiba joins Blink-182 for a night, Brendon Urie returns from the grave, Spiritbox talk potential collaborative album, Evanescence to open for Halsey, and more starting at (21:13). Spotlight: Retrace The Lines starting at (49:28) New Music: Underoath, The Callous Daoboys, Allegaeon, Heart Attack Man, PUP, Arm's Length, and Guccihighwaters starting at (59:48). Reviews: Killswitch Engage (1:28:53) and Love Is Noise (1:46:45). Become a Patron to gain early access and exclusive benefits! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sotspodcast Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jp0fpudUz7gvu0SFaXhK3?si=6cddbd5b63564c9a Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sotspod Discord: https://discord.com/invite/3egU3Dk Merch: https://www.sotspodcast.com/merch Twitter: https://twitter.com/SOTSPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sotspodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sotspodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sotspodcast Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sotspodcast?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sotspodcast.bsky.social


