

The First Ever Podcast
Jeremy Bolm
Join Jeremy Bolm, vocalist of Touché Amoré and founder of the record label Secret Voice, for his latest project, The First Ever Podcast. This is an honest look at the humble beginnings of all kinds of different artists - from actors and musicians to poets and photographers. Through conversation, Jeremy explores how their first experiences with their art form lead them to where they are today. In today's world of instant gratification, it's important to be reminded that not everything happens fast and easy. To succeed as an artist, it often takes a lot of steps and wrong turns along the path. And uncovering the nuances of those creative journeys is what this show is all about.
Episodes
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Nov 15, 2023 • 2h 8min
168: Josh Scogin ('68 / The Chariot / Norma Jean): This Is Why I'm Screaming
This week Jeremy interviews Josh Scogin of the band the '68 (Ex-The Chariot / Norma Jean) On this episode, Jeremy and Josh talk meeting in Russia, growing up in Douglasville, Tricky, Criminal Records in Atlanta, Korn, nuance in vocals, stagediving to No Doubt, playing saxophone, smashing guitars, "Smoke on the Water" by Deep Purple, the first Luti-Kriss show with Training for Utopia, recording with Adam D from Killswitch Engage, touring with Hatebreed and Converge, changing the band name to Norma Jean, the legacy of "Bless the Martyr", forming the '68, their new album "Yes, And", plus so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Josh answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Nov 8, 2023 • 1h 53min
167: Michael Bingham (Spiritual Cramp): All You Can Do Is Bet On Yourself
This week Jeremy interviews Michael Bingham of Spiritual Cramp. On this episode Jeremy and Michael talk Christian alternative, audio quality, Social Distortion, learning guitar, bonding with family through music, 36 Crazyfists, pentatonic blues scales, stage presence, metalcore, being open to feedback, visual art direction, Terror, the liberation of touring, recording with Efrim Menuck, the role of music videos, the new Spiritual Cramp LP, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Michael answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 44min
166: Mark McCoy (Charles Bronson / Youth Attack / Artist): A Defined Identity
This week Jeremy interviews artist and musician Mark McCoy of Charles Bronson, Das Oath, Youth Attack Records and more. On this episode Jeremy and Mark talk classical music, grunge VS hair metal, Star Wars graphic novels, the role album art has, seeing 7 Seconds, learning guitar, skateboarding, Mukilteo Fairies, anxiety on stage, starting the band Charles Bronson, running Youth Attack Records, unique merch items, collaborating with bands, top 10 horror movies, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Mark answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Oct 25, 2023 • 1h 25min
165: Petey (Musician / TikTok Comedy Star): Along For the Ride
This week Jeremy interviews musician and TikTok comedy star Petey. On this episode Jeremy and Petey talk throwing the first pitch at a Chicago Cubs game, Manchester Orchestra, rollerblading, Everclear, compact discs, R.E.M., playing drums, Motion City Soundtrack, playing in the band Young Jesus, Dana Carvey, creating videos with Fred Durst, snorkeling, songwriting sessions, playing Bonnaroo, his new album "USA" and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Petey answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Oct 18, 2023 • 1h 46min
164: Adam Lazzara (Taking Back Sunday): Time Is the Only Thing
This week Jeremy interviews Adam Lazzara of Taking Back Sunday. On this episode Jeremy and Adam talk middle names, the state of Alabama, Beetlejuice, Dire Straits, modern country music, the band Lifetime, playing bass, vocal technique, touring with Northstar, improvising shows in Charleston, opening for the Lawrence Arms, playing Jimmy Kimmel, signing to a major label, working with producer Eric Valentine, the new Taking Back Sunday album "152", and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Adam answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Oct 11, 2023 • 1h 25min
163: Taylor Young (Twitching Tongues / Gods Hate / Producer): I Wanted That Jun Jun Jun
This week Jeremy interviews producer and musician Taylor Young of Twitching Tongues, Gods Hate, and more! On this episode Jeremy and Taylor talk Chuck E. Cheese, coffee, Soundgarden, DW Drums, anxiety, Deicide, learning recording from his father, Kurt Ballou and Converge, playing early shows in Europe together, forming Dead Body, working with Self Defense Family, the evolution of his approach to producing, remixing Cold As Life, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Taylor answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 44min
162: Drew Speziale (Circle Takes the Square): Mystical Leanings
This week Jeremy interviews Drew Speziale of Circle Takes the Square Jeremy and Drew talk the city of Savannah, haunted houses, Living Colour, his father's music career, Jimi Hendrix, Spawn comic books, Neil Young, TV guides, Dystopia, CRATE practice amps, Minor Threat covers, the genesis of Circle Takes the Square, playing with Terror, being influenced by T.S. Eliot, composing the album "As the Roots Undo", regenerative farming, his band Drawn Bow, and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Drew answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Sep 27, 2023 • 1h 11min
161: Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem): I Will Burn In Hell Before You Are Right
This week Jeremy interviews Brian Fallon of The Gaslight Anthem On this episode Jeremy and Brian talk New Jersey, the 50's, grunge, Bush, Depeche Mode, performing at open mics, Soul Asylum, all his bands that lead to The Gaslight Anthem, playing guitar in Lanemeyer, New York Hip-Hop, Shai Hulud, recording with Josh Jakubowski, making the album "The '59 Sound", Bruce Springsteen, their new record "History Books", and so much more!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Brian answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Sep 20, 2023 • 1h 48min
160: Dan Yemin (Paint It Black / Lifetime): Nice To Meet You, Where's My Record?
This week Jeremy interviews Dan Yemin of Lifetime, Kid Dynamite, Paint It Black, Open City, and Bitter Branches On this episode Jeremy and Dan talk KISS, the absence of internet, Blue Oyster Cult, middle school cover bands, U2, college radio, the synergy of hardcore and hip-hop, his first band Double Exposure, R.E.M., touring in Lifetime, going to school in Michigan, Jade Tree Records, returning with Lifetime, The Who, starting Kid Dynamite, experiencing Ink & Dagger, his latest band Open City, their new album "Hands in the Honey Jar", and so much more! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON to hear a bonus episode where Dan answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! Follow the show on INSTAGRAM and TWITTER Want some First Ever Podcast merch? Click here!

Sep 18, 2023 • 3min
ANNOUNCEMENT - The Future of The First Ever Radio Hour
Hello everyone: This is the end of The First Ever Radio Hour here on the main public feed. Sadly, I have been flagged one too many times for playing copyrighted material. I don't want to endanger the feed being pulled entirely. THE GOOD NEWS IS: If you feel you will miss the radio hours - I will still be doing them over on the Patreon where those aren't public. You'll be able to access every previous episode including all the patreon specfic episodes which are often themed or collaboritive. You can subscribe for as little as $3 a month to get access plus a whole lot more. Thank you so much for your time. Jeremy


