Punk Till I Die

Episode 341: The Migraines.

Tom and Neil jump in the wayback machine and have a nice long visit with Eddie from the Migraines. There's lots joyful reminiscing about the mid '90s punk scene. They're also brought up to date with the current state of the band as they prepare to play the massive upcoming shindig with Sloppy Seconds and the Distractions at Bonus Pints on May 30th. With songs from the Migraines. 

Episode 340: PRB Preview/Return of the tree frog!

Tom goes to a couple of shows that Neil would have hated, and is very busy with a wedding and a graduation. Neil previews the bands he hopes to see as he prepares for Punk Rock Bowling. It's the type of freewheeling conversation you've come to expect from the PTID guys. With songs from The Dickies, Angry Samoans, Chupaskabra, Prole, Good Men Doing Nothing, and Doggy Style. 

Episode 339: Wayward Brigade.

The PTID guys have a great conversation with Troy from Wayward Brigade, a western Maryland band cranking out some classic punk sounds. In other words they quit bitching about a certain evil streaming platform and get back to doing what they do best - turning you on to cool bands you may have missed. With songs from Wayward Brigade.

Ep 338 - l Stays Home.

Tom has a good time hanging with friends and seeing Bouncing Souls and H2O. Neil had a bunch of options, and chose to stay home instead. The PTID guys also discuss the Riot Fest lineup and the new inductees into the so-called Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With songs by Screeching Weasel, The Panik, H2O, Zero Boys, Digits, Agent Orange, and V2.

Episode 337: BA Rides Again.

The PTID guys once again catch up with Sloppy Seconds' howler BA. They talk about the big May 30th shindig at Bonus Pints in Logansport Indiana, and the band's upcoming tours of Texas and Europe. They also dig into Sloppy's recent odds and ends collection along with the typical random nonsense. With songs from, of course, Sloppy Seconds.

Episode 336: RSD Special Report.

The PTID guys catch up with their old pal and regular correspondent Dr. Disc to talk about Record Store Day 2025. What were the hot releases? What time did they stand in line? Did they get everything their greedy little hearts desired? There's also some general record shopping talk and songs from Insurgence DC, Whatever…, Dwarves and The Dictators. 

Episode 335: New York Softcore.

Tom takes three generations of ladies to New York and lives to tell the tale. It's mostly touristy stuff, but you can hear all the highlights. He also catches a couple shows immediately upon returning. Neil continues his surprising turn as Florence Nightingale. With songs from Screamin’ Sins, Urban Waste, Koffin Kats, Angry Samoans and Cause for Alarm. 

Episode 334: The Song is Over.

Best laid plans fall through as Neil has to deal with some unexpected  family medical issues. Tom has a great time hanging with friends and seeing Screeching Weasel in Indiana. Most importantly, a certain scumbag streaming service is coming after PTID! With songs from Pretty Atomic, Screeching Weasel, London Breed and Wasted Youth.

Episode 333: Detroit Hardcore City.

Tom and Uncle Marv head to Hamtramck to see Agnostic Front, Murphy's Law and Violent Way, and somehow live to tell the tale. They're also joined for a bit by Tommy from Slumlord Radio to discuss Electric Frankenstein's upcoming Michigan shows. With songs from Electric Frankenstein, Slumlord Radio, Violent Way, Agnostic Front, Murphy's Law, Gang Green, Elvis Costello and Stiff Little Fingers.

Episode 332: California Freezin'.

Neil's most recent trip to San Diego started out a little rough, but eventually he had a nice, virtually punk free vacation. The guys also talk a little record collecting, and discuss determining bootlegs versus legit reissues. With songs from Rich Kids on LSD, The Circulators, The Exploited, Violets, Brain Eaters, London, Boris the Sprinkler and The Vapors.