

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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Jul 20, 2023 • 1h 13min
Dave Rowntree from Blur is here
Episode 456:They all go hand and hand through the punk life. Today on the show: Dave Rowntree from Blur is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with one of britpop's most interesting people, to discuss punk and the housing crises. From the Adverts coming to town, to the sounds of London's squatter scene, to being the first band on the internet, to building space programs, to working with a Disco Zombie, to 8 year old Damian drinking with Damon: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED!Also, don't miss Blur's new album "The Ballad Of Darren", out everywhere July 21st!Also, don't miss Dave's fantastic album "Radio Songs", out now on Cooking Vinyl!Finally, don't miss Damian at The Punk Museum in Las Vegas, July 24-25. Get tickets here!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 16, 2023 • 33min
Long Hot Punk Summer - Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliché
In celebration of the "Long Hot Punk Summer" film series at Hot Docs in Toronto, here is a repost of a conversation Damian had with the filmmakers of "Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliché".
DON'T MISS THE FILM'S TORONTO PREMIER SCREENING, JULY 22TH AT HOT DOCS! Get your tickets at Emission Records or here!
ALSO, Don't miss the Toronto Premier of the fantastic D.C. punk doc: Punk The Capitol, July 27th at Innes Town Hall. Get your tickets from Emission Records!
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Jul 12, 2023 • 1h 17min
Chris Mars from The Replacements is here
Episode 455:How much art can you take: because Chris Mars is here! Today on the show, Damian is joined by the former Replacements' drummer turned master painter for a discussion about how punk permeates every aspect to Chris’ approach. From the early days in Dog Breath, to partying too hard for Sam Kinison, to why to focus on the eyes and so much more: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED!Also, don’t miss Chris’ new solo album: “The Average Album”, available here!Also, don't miss Chris' amazing new monograph : "7:42", coming this fall on Rare Bird Books!Also, please support: https://www.muttmuttengine.org; a fantastic not-for-profit dog rescue founded by Chris!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 59min
Kyle Kinane is here!
Episode: 454
Hide your bag of pancakes! This week on Turned Out A Punk, Kyle Kinane is here! Join Damian, as he sits down with the Chicago comedy legend, to discuss punk and comedy. From the rise of the Chicago Suburbs Scene, Crudos in the Walmart Art Museum, why comedy/punk shows don't work and so much more: this is not to be missed!
Also, don't miss Kyle's hilarious new comedy special: "Shocks and Struts", out now!
Also, don't miss Kyle on tour!
Also, don't miss Damian at the Punk Museum in Las Vegas, July 24-25
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Jul 5, 2023 • 24min
Long Hot Punk Summer: American Hardcore
In celebration of the "Long Hot Punk Summer" film series at Hot Docs in Toronto, Damian sits down with Emissions Records' Dave KW (former vocalist of Oxbaker and Dirty BS) to discuss "American Hardcore".
DON'T MISS THE SCREENING ON JULY 6TH AT HOT DOCS! Hosted by Damian and featuring a conversation with director/ producer Paul Rachman! Get you tickets at Emission Records or here!
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Jun 28, 2023 • 57min
Aaron Heard from Jesus Piece and Nothing is here!
Aaron Heard, a force in the music industry, talks about raising kids and punk. They discuss the lead singer ego, hard partying on the road, and the current hardcore explosion. They also explore the influence of MTV and TikTok in discovering music, the dynamics of bands, and the resurgence of hardcore music. A lighthearted conversation about bread-related foods in Philadelphia adds a fun touch.

Jun 20, 2023 • 1h 25min
Allison Wolfe from Bratmobile, Girls Germs and Partyline is here
Get ready for some Girls' Germs and Bratmobiles, because Allison Wolfe is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with the Pacific Northwest music legend to talk punk, riot grrrl and the cultural shifts they create. From going to the punk party, to refusing to give Kurt the Vaselines singles, to the Danko Jones Connection, to the importance of Fifth Column, to Riot Grrrl changing academia, to singing in Metal Church: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED!Also don't miss the return of Bratmobile, July 2 at Oakland's Mosswood Meltdown!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jun 7, 2023 • 1h 11min
Tommy Stinson and Jon Wurster are back
Splits Vol 12:This is a Splits for the ages: Tommy Stinson and Jon Wurster return to the show! That’s right, TOAP MVP, Jon Wurster sits down with Damian to interview one of Jon's all-time music heroes: Tommy Stinson! THIS IS ONE FOR THE AGES!Don’t miss Tommy’s fantastic new solo album: “Tommy Stinson’s Cowboys In the Campfire - Wronger” ! Head over to tommystinson.com to grab vinyl and for upcoming tour dates!Don’t miss Jon on tour with Mountain Goats and Bob Mould! You can also catch Jon every Tuesday at 9pmEST, as part of The Best Show!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/turned-out-a-punk/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 31, 2023 • 1h 33min
Karen Allman aka K. Nurse from Conflict U.S.
It's Conflict: American style! Today on the show, from Arizona's Conflict, Karen Allman is here! Listen in as Damian sits down with the legendary vocalist to discuss going from playing obo in a school band to fronting one of the first wave of American hardcore's most interesting bands. Jamming muzak with Hüsker Dü, the mental health/ punk correlation, The Feederz & Mighty Sphincter, Black Flag crashing on the floor, why aren't the Fastbacks bigger, hardcore changing for the better and so much more: THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED!!
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May 19, 2023 • 1h 35min
Gerard Cosloy and Daniel Makabe return to the show!
Splits Vol. 11:
What brings people together more than punk and wrestling?! On this episode, we’re joined by independent wrestler Daniel Makabe (episode 386) and indie record impresario Gerard Cosloy (episodes 5 & 110)! Listen in as Damian sits down with the returning guests to discuss: beef, attempted murder by the Circle Jerks, and the Punk/Wrestling connection. THIS IS NOT TO BE MISSED
Don't miss Gerard's fantastic radio show: "The Radio Hour That Feels Like Two Hours"! Available here: https://www.mixcloud.com/gerardcosloy/
And don't miss Daniel bringing the wrestling on the road with The Halluci Nation and Fucked Up, NOW! Details and ticket info here: fuckedup.cc
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