

Turned Out A Punk
Turned Out A Punk
Damian Abraham has been many things... the singer of a critically acclaimed band, a failed VJ and food network host, one of the minds behind TV's "The Wrestlers", parent of 3... and undeniably, a punk music obsessive.
Each week, he sits down and chats with an interesting person from various walks of life to find out how their world was influenced and changed by the discovery of a novelty genre that supposedly died out in 1978... PUNK!
Each week, he sits down and chats with an interesting person from various walks of life to find out how their world was influenced and changed by the discovery of a novelty genre that supposedly died out in 1978... PUNK!
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Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 33min
Mikey Pittbull is here
Episode 481:In celebration of the Toronto premier of the Detroit Hardcore documentary, Mikey Pittbull has come to Turned Out A Punk! Listen in as Damian sits down with one of his inspirations as a vocalist to talk all things punk/hardcore. From the terror of Boom & The Legion Of Doom, to separating the romanticism from the reality of Detroit, to the genius of John Brannon, to xPotbullx, to the Pittbull/ICP/Esham/Kid Rock Connection and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE!Also, don't miss the FREE Toronto Premier of "Dope, Hookers and Pavement: The Real and Imagined History Of Detroit Hardcore" documentary; this Sunday (February 25) at 7pm, at Innis Town Hall!Also, pick up a copy of the Blu-ray HERESupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 34min
Jim Carroll from Spiral Heads, Hope Conspiracy and A-Team is here
The Spiral Heads Takeover continues, as Jim Carroll comes to TOAP! Listen in as Damian sits down with the Hope Conspiracy and A-Team guitarist to talk growing up in the unique world of Boston area hardcore and all things punk. From local-only understating of Sam Black Church, to the early '00s hardcore renaissance, to the rise of modern hardcore, to forming Pure Love with Frank Carter and so much more: don't miss this! Also, don't miss Spiral Heads' awesome new "Til I'm Dead" LP; available everywhere February 23, on Academy Fight Songs/ Trash CasualAlso, don't miss The Hope Conspiracy's fantastic "Confusion/Chaos/Misery" Lp, out now on DeathwishSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 53min
Simon Doom and Walter Schreifels are back
Me, you, Spiral Heads Crew! Spiral Heads' Simon Doom returns to the Turned Out A Punk with, the producer of their new record and TOAP perennial favourite: Walter Schreifels! Listen in as the three friends talk: trying to be normal, straight edge, crust, New York states of mind, Nirvana, and so much more!Don't miss Spiral Heads' awesome new "Til I'm Dead" LP; available everywhere February 23, on Academy Fight Songs/ Trash CasualAlso, don't miss Walter on tour now with Rival Schools and in the spring with Quicksand Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 16, 2024 • 1h 6min
TOAP Classic: MVP is here
TOAP CLASSIC #7 (RELEASED JANUARY 27, 2016)Episode 64:The definition of a classic: WWE Superstar MVP makes his first appearance on the show and it is a doozy! From gangs to casino boat heists to prison to superstardom: this is one of the most incredible stories ever told on the show. Plus, riding in cars with skinheads, hearing Nirvana behind bars, getting hired by Kimbo Slice, forever beefing with Ian MacKaye AND MORE. The episode that started it all!Find MVP on instagram hereWatch the episode of The Wrestlers with MVP hereSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 13, 2024 • 2h 2min
Jennifer Finch from L7 is here
Coming right on thru to you: Jennifer Finch from L7 is on Turned Out A Punk! Listen in as Damian sits down with the punk legend for one of the all time conversations on this show. From loving the hardcore takeover of LA punk, to the difference & similarities between Ian & Fat Mike, to the pre-L7/ Hole/ Babes In Toyland band and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE!Also, don't miss L7's "Cooler Than Mars" ep, the 30th Anniversary edition of "Bricks Are Heavy" or L7 on tour; more information here!Also, for more Jennifer: check here!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 11, 2024 • 46min
TOAP Classic: FLAG, the former members of Black Flag, are here
TOAP CLASSIC #6 (RECORDED 24, 2023):Episode 90: FLAG (Keith Morris, Bill Stevenson, Chuck Dukowski & Dez Cadena) are here! .. and WACKED OUT on 'brownies. Join Damian for some post show CHAOS with punk godz.(Photo: Keith Morris talking with DOA's Joey Keithly, taken the night of the interview)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 19min
Jayson Green is back
Jayson Green is back in the TOAP Basement! Listen in as Damian sits down with his friend to discuss: how Jayson's 2 years in Toronto eclipses Damian's 40 plus years, reuniting Orchid, aging in a young person's genre and so much more! Don't miss Jayson Green and The Jerk's new 12"; available now on DFA Records!Also, don't miss the Orchid reunion tour!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 18min
J Mascis and Fred Armisen are back
Get ready to celebrate friendship because J Mascis and Fred Armisen have returned to Turned Out A Punk! Listen in as Damian sits down with his buddies to talk all things punk! DON'T MISS IT!Also, don't miss J's fantastic new solo "What Do We Do Now" lp; out February 2, on SUB POP.!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 30, 2024 • 53min
TOAP Classic: Laura Jane Grace is here
TOAP Classic #5 (RECORDED SEPTEMBER 19, 2015)Episode 47:On this Turned Out A Punk, Damian gets a chance to finally have a conversation with Against Me!’s Laura Jane Grace! Damian talks to Laura about the journey of a small town Florida DIY band who became one of the most significant Punk bands of the last 20 years... and the violent reaction it could sometimes elicit. Don't miss this one!Don't miss Laura Jane Grace's brand new "Hole In My Head" LP, out everywhere February 16th!Also, don't miss Laura on tour!Photo by Melanie KayeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 27, 2024 • 1h 29min
Tony Foresta and Scotty Heath are here for a Brainsqueeze
Get ready to get Brainsqueezed!!!! Today on the show, Municipal Waste's Tony Foresta returns and he's brought along Tankcrimes Records CEO: Scotty Heath! Listen in as Damian sits down with his Tankcrimes Records Family to celebrate friendship and punk. From why touring with Tony is WAY more fun than touring with Damian, to Gwar being the world's greatest band, to prank calls to Eddie Money, to watching Ted with Travolta, to having a wet dreams on a punk legend's floor and so much more: DON'T MISS THIS ONE!Also, don't miss Brainsqueeze Tour with: Municipal Waste, Ghoul, Necrot, Dead Heat & Scotty! Coming to a town near you!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy