Ep211: Trey Spruance (Mr. Bungle, Secret Chiefs 3)

  stream/dl The Raging Wrath of the Easter Bunny Demo. Did anybody expect “new” Mr. Bungle? Did they expect it in this form? Well, SURPRISE! The iconic guitar player and composer breaks down playing and recording songs written in high school in Humboldt with thrash heroes like Scott Ian and Dave Lombardo. Flexing different muscles … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep211-trey-spruance-mr-bungle-secret-chiefs-3-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep211: Trey Spruance (Mr. Bungle, Secret Chiefs 3)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep192: Phil Manley (Trans Am, Terry Gross, Life Coach)

stream/dl Phil Manley is most known for the incredible band TRANS AM, but he also played in a latter version of the Fucking Champs, plays in Life Coach with Jon Theodore of Mars Volta and QOTSA and is in the awesome Terry Gross! Hear all about Phil’s relocation from east coast to west, a run … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep192-phil-manley-trans-am-terry-gross-life-coach/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep192: Phil Manley (Trans Am, Terry Gross, Life Coach)"</span></a></p> [...]

A tribute to Vern Rumsey

stream/dl Long before Vern Rumsey recorded my old band Replicator, long before I was crashing at his place on tour. LONG before HHG. I was listening to Unwound. Wearing out my cassette tapes rocking out to Repetition or New Plastic Ideas. Put simply, they were one of the reasons I play music in the first place. Their … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/a-tribute-to-vern-rumsey/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "A tribute to Vern Rumsey"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep191: Jennifer Finch (L7)

Jennifer Finch has lived an incredible life. Most known for being 1/4th of the powerful and incredible L7. We talk about photography, records, mindsets, the recording process, leaving L7 and coming back, and lots more. You know, Protonic Reversal stuff. Jennifer doesn’t do many interviews, so it was a blast to talk to her about everything from … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep191-jennifer-finch-l7-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep191: Jennifer Finch (L7)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep190: David Pajo (Slint, Papa M, Zwan, Household Gods, Tortoise, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Interpol, Dead Child, Stereolab)

Stream/DL David Pajo has played with everybody from Billy Corgan, Karen O, Neil Hagerty to… well, Conan Neutron. To this day, he’s still most known for being a member of the iconic, influential and genre defining band Slint. Listen in on a bit of all of that as well as talk of DEAD CHILD (the … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep190-david-pajo-slint-papa-m-zwan-household-gods-tortoise-yeah-yeah-yeahs-interpol-dead-child-stereolab/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep190: David Pajo (Slint, Papa M, Zwan, Household Gods, Tortoise, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Interpol, Dead Child, Stereolab)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep189: Ross Knight (Cosmic Psychos)

stream/dl Australian pub/scum rock legends the Cosmic Psychos have blazed a trail of uncompromising working man’s punk rock, leaving both good times and empty beer cans in their wake for 38 years. The man at that helm is Mr. Ross Knight, a pleasantly rowdy fellow who literally lives on a farm, and is most certainly … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep189-ross-knight-cosmic-psychos-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep189: Ross Knight (Cosmic Psychos)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep188: A Deer, A Horse (Rebecca, Angela, Dylan)

stream/dl NYC Band A Deer A Horse are quarantined, but they did manage to get in some touring first. This is a free wheeling conversation with a young, working co-ed band in the somewhat uniform (and largely male!) genre of noise rock. Best and worst shows, the nature of rock crit. All of that and more! Three … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep188-a-deer-a-horse-rebecca-angela-dylan-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep188: A Deer, A Horse (Rebecca, Angela, Dylan)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep187: Phill Calvert (The Birthday Party)

stream/dl From the Boys Next Door to Junkyard, Phill was on the drums in the mighty and majestic Birthday Party. From the earliest days, all the way to the iconoclastic and influential Junkyard. Listen in! Noise + Nick Cave at his most unhinged, post-punk history told straight from one of the fellas that made it. … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep187-phill-calvert-the-birthday-party-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep187: Phill Calvert (The Birthday Party)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep186: Rick Valentin and Rose Marshack (Poster Children, Radio Zero)

stream/dl Rick and Rose have had an incredible history in music, largely with their band the Poster Children. Navigating the original indie label movement, the early 90s gold rush, and the “I like it small” modern indie rock movement. All with an eye towards sustainability and making informed choices towards those goals. Rick and Rose … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep186-rick-valentin-and-rose-marshack-poster-children-radio-zero/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep186: Rick Valentin and Rose Marshack (Poster Children, Radio Zero)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep185: The Culture of Like and Subscribe with Steve Albini

stream/dl LIKEANDSUBSCRIBE!LIKEANDSUBSCRIBE!DON’TFORGETTOLIKEANDSUBSCRIBE! It’s ubiquitous, every show and thing out there is trying to work the algorithms to be heard, seen or otherwise recognized.  This episode is a 1 on 1 talk with Mr. Steve Albini about exactly that. This was meant as a 20 minute episode based on the single topic, but we expanded to other … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep185-the-culture-of-like-and-subscribe-with-steve-albini/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep185: The Culture of Like and Subscribe with Steve Albini"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep184: Tony Visconti (Producer: David Bowie, T. Rex, Iggy Pop, Thin Lizzy)

stream/dl Tony Visconti is a legend in recording, not just Bowie’s long time producer, but a member of his band in the Man Who Sold the World days. Listen in as we hear tales from almost all eras of Bowie, as well as his work with Marc Bolan/T. Rex, Iggy Pop’s the Idiot, and Thin … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep184-tony-visconti-producer-david-bowie-t-rex-iggy-pop-thin-lizzy-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep184: Tony Visconti (Producer: David Bowie, T. Rex, Iggy Pop, Thin Lizzy)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep182: Jordan Sobolew (Reptoid)

stream/dl “One man noise-rock Aneursym from Oakland, California”  Let that sink in. Reptoid sounds like the End of the World, but… you know in a good way. What kind of man embarks on an arduous endeavor like this? Jordan Sobolew. [...]

Ep181: KatieJane Garside (Daisy Chainsaw, Liar,Flower, Queen Adreena)

stream/dl KatieJane Garside is a bit of an enigma for some. She has a new album under the name Liar, Flower with longtime collaborator Chris Whittingham. We talk about that: all her various bands (like Queen Adreena and Daisy Chainsaw), living on a boat, meditation, sublimation and eradication of self in creative pursuits and and many other … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep181-katiejane-garside-daisy-chainsaw-liarflower-queen-adreena/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep181: KatieJane Garside (Daisy Chainsaw, Liar,Flower, Queen Adreena)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep180: Jared Warren (Big Business, the Whip, KARP, Melvins)

stream/dl Jared Warren has done a LOT. And with the recent release of the compendium of the “lost” band between KARP and Big Biz: The Whip, there’s even more to listen to now. Listen in as Jared and Conan talk about and around Scotty, the Big Business arc, the time in and around the Melvins … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep180-jared-warren-big-business-the-whip-karp-melvins-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep180: Jared Warren (Big Business, the Whip, KARP, Melvins)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep179: Travis Keller (Buddyhead, American Primitive)

stream/dl Travis’s site Buddyhead is a name associated with iconoclastic irreverence to this DAY. In the days before everybody had a hot take, and the ability to take down sacred cows, Buddyhead ruled the school Now he’s pivoted towards making things himself. Travis returns for his THIRD protonic episode, to talk about those days as … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep179-travis-keller-buddyhead-american-primitive/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep179: Travis Keller (Buddyhead, American Primitive)"</span></a></p> [...]
Zak Sally - Low, the Hand, Enemymine

Ep178: Zak Sally (The Hand, Low, Enemymine)

stream/dl Zak Sally is known best for being the bassplayer of Low or his comics, but he is also in an absolutely incendiary band called THE HAND with Dale Flattum of Steel Pole Bath Tub. All that is discussed, as well as general pandemic stuff.  [...]

Ep177: Dan Gatto (BABYLAND, Continues)

The revolutionary and incredible electronic junk punk band BABYLAND was a huge influence on Conan, here they discuss that iconic band’s origin, moving from one off art project to DIY paragons. The world around early 90s weird music in LA. Moving on with Continues and quite a bit about the general state of everything in … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep177-dan-gatto-babyland-continues/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep177: Dan Gatto (BABYLAND, Continues)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep176: David Scott Stone (LCD Soundsystem, Melvins, Unwound, Big Business, Slug, Get Hustle, etc.)

stream/dl Dave Scott Stone has done a *LOT*, being an auxiliary member of Big Business, Unwound and the Melvins. To joining LCD Soundsystem, to making soundtracks with a member of Duran Duran! Listen in on this talented man’s incredible journey in music and hear the true story of the falling out with Melvins.  [...]

Ep175: Gerald V. Casale (DEVO) pt. 2

stream/dl Jerry Casale’s full length appearance in episode 159 was expansive in scope and covered quite a bit, but we didn’t get to everything. Soooo… Mr. Casale returned for what WAS to be a quick 20-30 minute followup. Listen in as Jerry and Conan talk about the insane story of the movie Human Highway and … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep175-jerry-casale-devo-pt-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep175: Gerald V. Casale (DEVO) pt. 2"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep174: Martin Atkins (PiL, Pigface, Killing Joke)

stream/dl Martin Atkins has had an incredible lifetime in and around music, listen in as he and Conan go into great depth on the historic and iconic Flowers of Romance record by Public Image Limited, including performing on American Bandstand (!) and doing everything the most difficult way possible with that group. Working with Killing … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep174-martin-atkins-pil-pigface-killing-joke/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep174: Martin Atkins (PiL, Pigface, Killing Joke)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep173: Ryan Christopher Parks (B. Hamilton)

stream/dl Ryan Parks fancies himself a blues man. But the songwriter behind Oakland rockers B. Hamilton is a lot deeper than just that… listen in on the crazy train of Oakland’s B. Hamilton. Songwriting, process, inspiration and history, the Gilligan’s Island of “covers of others”, and being part of the hit song from Sorry to … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep173-ryan-christopher-parks-b-hamilton/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep173: Ryan Christopher Parks (B. Hamilton)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep172: Tad Doyle (TAD, Brothers of the Sonic Cloth)

stream/dl Tad Doyle is a rock pioneer, who was around and working during the “gold rush days” of grunge and well after, as well as the proprietor of Witch Ape Studios. Hear about the rise and fall of Tad, a little bit of Hog Molly, the incredible rebirth with Brothers of the Sonic Cloth and … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep172-tad-doyle-tad-brothers-of-the-sonic-cloth/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep172: Tad Doyle (TAD, Brothers of the Sonic Cloth)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep171: Ronnie Barnett (the Muffs)

Stream/dl Ronnie is/was 1/3 of the mighty Muffs! He’s a raconteur of the highest order and has had an incredible career in music with the amazing Kim Shattuck (R.I.P.). Listen in on the tales of an incredible rock and roll career, from a surprise hit song in the movie Clueless as well as a detailed … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep171-ronnie-barnett-the-muffs/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep171: Ronnie Barnett (the Muffs)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep170: Mario Rubalcaba (Earthless, OFF!, Hot Snakes, Rocket From the Crypt, Clikitat Ikatowi)

stream/dl It is another “stay at home” Protonic Reversal with special guest: drummer Mario Rubalcaba (Earthless, OFF!, Hot Snakes, RFTC, Clikitat Ikatowi)! This guy has done it all… six degrees of Rubalcaba. Hear about joining RFTC and Hot Snakes, punk rock basements and the wild and wooly path of the mighty Earthless! All this, a … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep170-mario-rubalcaba/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep170: Mario Rubalcaba (Earthless, OFF!, Hot Snakes, Rocket From the Crypt, Clikitat Ikatowi)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep169: Tom Hazelmyer (Amphetamine Reptile)

stream/dl AmRep! A record label, a lifestyle brand, a way of life. Tom Hazelmyer lives and breathes art, limited edition linocuts and uncompromising music for genuine weirdos! [...]

Ep168: Salvation (Jason, Santiago, Victor)

stream/dl Jason, Santiago and Victor are the Chicago rock band Salvation, they have a new record called “Year of the Fly” and are both affable and interesting fellas, and a band worth paying attention to. https://salvationrockandroll.bandcamp.com/ [...]

Ep167: Alexander Hacke & Danielle De Picciotto (Hackeddepicciotto)

stream/dl Hackedepicciotto are itinerant nomads making soundtracks for life, and it’s a pandemic. You may know Alexander from his other band Einstürzende Neubauten, this here episode is a talk with the duo about tour, the nature of performance and connection, and yoga music for people who hate yoga music. (apologies for less than ideal sound … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep167-alexander-hacke-danielle-de-picciotto-hackeddepicciotto/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep167: Alexander Hacke & Danielle De Picciotto (Hackeddepicciotto)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep166: Lori Barbero (Babes in Toyland)

stream/dl Lori Barbero is a living legend. As the power behind the propulsive drumming of Babes in Toyland, she was a participant in several incredible epochs of crazy music. Although she’s currently going through a crazy picture archive during the pandemic, she took time out to talk to Conan Neutron about all things Babes in … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep166-lori-barbero-babes-in-toyland/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep166: Lori Barbero (Babes in Toyland)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep165: Allen Epley (Shiner, The Life and Times)

Stream/DL Allen Epley is not only in the incredible Shiner and The Life and Times, he also hosts his own show called Third Gear Scratch. Oh yeah, and his day job is in the Blue Man Group. What? We talk about that and the BRAND NEW SHINER RECORD, as well as lots more on… PROTONIC … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep165-allen-epley-shiner-the-life-and-times/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep165: Allen Epley (Shiner, The Life and Times)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep164: Brian Walsby (Cartoonist, Shiny Beast, Polvo)

stream/dl Brian Walsby is a cartoonist, he also played drums in Polvo and in a band called Shiny Beast (which features a member that went on to be in Red Fang), he’s also known for running merch for the Melvins where his cartoon parodies of popular books, records, movies and tv shows are the delight … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep164-brian-walsby-cartoonist-shiny-beast-polvo/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep164: Brian Walsby (Cartoonist, Shiny Beast, Polvo)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep163: Kate Wakefield (Lung)

stream/dl Kate Wakefield is a cellist, vocalist and part of the incredible duo Lung. Lung tour hard, and have an unforgettable and powerful live show. An incredible and intense performer and an undeniable talent.Kate took the time to talk to Conan about everything from touring, poetry, Brock Turner and the American patriarchy. There’s a lot … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep163-kate-wakefield-lung/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep163: Kate Wakefield (Lung)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep162: Mike Morasky (Steel Pole Bath Tub, Milk Cult)

stream/dl Iconic guitarist and composer, Mr. Mike Morasky comes on Protonic Reversal for an awesome freewheeling conversation centered largely around the enigmatic and mysterious Steel Pole Bath Tub and Milk Cult. [...]

Ep160: Matt Gentling (Archers of Loaf, Band of Horses)

Matt Gentling stream/dl The mighty bass man of the NC indie rock heroes, the Archers of Loaf comes back on Protonic Reversal to have a talk. It’s been what, 5 years? Time flies! How could it have gone long without an appearance from this swell fella? This time it is everything from the first inklings … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep160-matt-gentling-archers-of-loaf-band-of-horses/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep160: Matt Gentling (Archers of Loaf, Band of Horses)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep159: Gerald V. Casale (DEVO)

stream/dl Jerry Casale is a legend. An iconoclast, a prophet and a pioneer who got scalped. As a founding member, and mastermind behind the incredible genre bending band DEVO, Jerry pushed the boundaries of music, music video and mainstream culture.In these insane times, it is true. We are ALL DEVO. Jerry Casale sat down for … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep159-jerry-casale-devo/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep159: Gerald V. Casale (DEVO)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep158: Duane Denison (The Jesus Lizard, Tomahawk, DK3)

Stream/DL The one and only Duane Denison of the mighty Jesus Lizard returns to Protonic reversal. What, you need more? [...]

Ep157: Andrew “Falco” Falkous (mclusky, Future of the Left, Christian Fitness)

Andrew “Falco” Falkous stream/dl The inimitable and unstoppable Andy “Falco” Falkous comes back on Protonic Reversal for another long term episode. Does this qualify him for guest host status? Nobody knows. A freewheeler you will want to hold onto your hat for, key discussion points include an *ACTUAL* discussion of the American Left (if not … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep157-andrew-falco-falkous-mclusky-future-of-the-left-christian-fitness/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep157: Andrew “Falco” Falkous (mclusky, Future of the Left, Christian Fitness)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep156: Toshi Kasai (Producer, Plan D, Big Business)

Toshi Kasai stream/dl Toshi Kasai is back on Protonic Reversal! He has a brand new record/project called PLAN D! –Plan D: Working with tons of different drummers to make a very cool record.-Lieutenant tour (Nate Mendel)-Solo sets opening for Melvins-Working with a number of different bands/clients-Overpreparing/underpreparing for recording.-Making a band/artist feel comfortable-bands arguing for 10 … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep156-toshi-kasai-producer-plan-d-big-business/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep156: Toshi Kasai (Producer, Plan D, Big Business)"</span></a></p> [...]
Dale Crover

Ep155: Dale Crover (Melvins)

Dale Crover Stream/dl It’s Dale Crover! of the Dale Crover Band, Melvins, Altamont and… well, Conan Neutron & the Secret Friends! He’s been on before, but never in his own episode. And here it is. Awesome.  -Quarantine life.-Dale Crover Band – Sell Out -The Who – Sell Out–Being on a split single and being on both … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep155-dale-crover-melvins/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep155: Dale Crover (Melvins)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep154: Jem Ponnusamy (DEAD)

Jem stream/dl It’s Jem from the band DEAD, all the way from down under. You may not know the name, you may not know the man… but it’s a great episode with a lot to learn from a true heart who is down in the dirt, doing the work. [...]

Ep153: Steven McDonald (Redd Kross, OFF!, Melvins)

Steven McDonald Stream/dl Steven McDonald has been playing music since he was 12 years old and making records and touring with his brother Jeff as the band Redd Kross the whole time. He’s also played in such bands as OFF!, Melvins, and a live incarnation of Sparks. Redd Kross has a new album out called … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep153-steven-mcdonald-redd-kross-off-melvins/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep153: Steven McDonald (Redd Kross, OFF!, Melvins)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep152: Andee Connors (A Minor Forest, Aquarius Records)

Andee Connors Stream/DL Andee Connors is practically a staple in “weird music” although he would probably bristle at that description. Whether it’s drumming in the iconic SF trio A Minor Forest, or if it’s the incredible legacy of Aquarius Records, Andee walks the walk. [...]

Ep151: Tim Midyett (Silkworm, Mint Mile, Bottomless Pit)

Tim Midyett Stream/dl Tim Midyett returns to Protonic Reversal, for the first #StayHome edition of the show. Tim comes back with a brand new 2xLP Mint Mile record, as well as new experiences from recording and touring with legends of drone: SUNN 0))) -Quarantine life-Cancelling shows-Playing live vs. not-Ambertron!-Baroque elements and Showing Ambertron to a … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep151-tim-midyett-silkworm-mint-mile-bottomless-pit/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep151: Tim Midyett (Silkworm, Mint Mile, Bottomless Pit)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep150: Steve Albini (Shellac, Big Black, Rapeman)

Steve Albini Stream/DL For the 150th episode, one of our favorite guests is back, the unmistakable and always interesting Mr. Steve Albini. -Making ends meet in the age of quarantine.-The American Health Care system-The slow escalation of risk with a midwest Shellac tour-Playing new songs live, 1/3 of the set is unreleased stuff.-Live experience vs. … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep150-steve-albini-shellac-big-black-rapeman/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep150: Steve Albini (Shellac, Big Black, Rapeman)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep149: Billy Gould (Faith No More/Talking Book)

Billy Gould stream/dl The one and only Billy Gould finally comes on Protonic Reversal! Billy and his coharts have an awesome new The Talking Book album. A project that evokes eno-like soundscapes as well as 70s film soundtracks. Conan and Billy talk about that, many things Faith No More and… Milk Cult? -Talking Book II-70s … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep149-billy-gould-faith-no-more-talking-book/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep149: Billy Gould (Faith No More/Talking Book)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep148: Buzz Osborne (Melvins)

Stream/dL Buzz Osborne returns to Protonic Reversal to discuss quarantines, the new acoustic(+) album Gift of Sacrifice, songwriting, gear and lots, lots more. -Quarantine Life -EP, Acoustic Records and covering Six Pack -Trevor Dunn! -Limited edition handmade stuff -“You don’t HAVE to buy it.” -Suiting songs to the player -Steven McDonald in the band -How … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep148-buzz-osborne-melvins/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep148: Buzz Osborne (Melvins)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep147: Jonathan Nuñez (Torche)

Jonathan Nuñez stream/DLJonathan Nuñez of the mighty Torche joins Conan for a talk that includes: -Nuñez Amplification and pedals -The current “golden age” of small scale, handmade gear. -Moving from bass go guitar. -Parting ways with Andrew -Parting ways with Juan -The extended family of Miami rockers. -The absolutely insane journey of Torche’s post-Russian/Greece Covid-19 … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep147-jonathan-nunez-torche/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep147: Jonathan Nuñez (Torche)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep146: Mark Lanegan (Mark Lanegan Band, Queens of the Stone Age, Gutter Twins, Screaming Trees)

-Doing the video with Travis and Joe (and Donel!) -Video with Jimmy the cab driver (reprising that character after years) -Making the other video at the Salton Sea with still photographs -“Don’t mind the crickets.” -The book! “Sing Backwards and Weep” (and companion piece record) -Recording the companion piece record to the book and linking … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep146-mark-lanegan-mark-lanegan-band-queens-of-the-stone-age-gutter-twins-screaming-trees/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep146: Mark Lanegan (Mark Lanegan Band, Queens of the Stone Age, Gutter Twins, Screaming Trees)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep144: Kevin Rutmanis (hepa.titus, The Cows, Melvins, Tomahawk)

Kevin Rutmanis Stream/DL stream/dl At last! Kevin Rutmanis comes on Protonic Reversal, a delightful conversation with a self-identified genuine musical weirdo that is not heard from NEARLY OFTEN enough! In this episode Conan and Kevin talk about: -Covering Night Goat in Hepa.Titus -Boutique vinyl, human hands touch almost ever piece! -Finding Alice Cooper (who also … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep144-kevin-rutmanis-hepa-titus-the-cows-melvins-tomahawk/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep144: Kevin Rutmanis (hepa.titus, The Cows, Melvins, Tomahawk)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep143: Mike Watt (Minutemen, fIREHOSE, the Stooges)

What happens when you get two rock ‘n roll talkers together? Good, good stuff. Sit tight for a momentous protonic with the legendary Mr. Mike Watt. The movement! Minutemen! Stooges! more… Mike Watt Stream/DL -Technology! As tool of punk rock/DIY -DROOOOOOONE -Composing with BASS! (…and leaving room for the others that way) -Contemplating the engine … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep143-mike-watt-minutemen-firehose-the-stooges/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep143: Mike Watt (Minutemen, fIREHOSE, the Stooges)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep142: Matt Cronk (Qui, Cunts)

Matt Cronk of Qui First episode of 2020 is up! Matt Cronk of Qui and Cunts speaks to Conan about all things rock! -Quite a bit of talk about midwest vs. L.A. -Cunts origin story -AmRep/Touch and Go style or Hardcore Band? -The name, reactions or non-reactions thereof. “If you’re offender by it, it’s probably … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep-142-matt-cronk-qui-cunts/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep142: Matt Cronk (Qui, Cunts)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep141: Donna Diane (Djunah, Beat Drun Juel)

Donna of Djunah stream/DL Conan talks to Donna about the Djunah full length Ex-Voto. Going over on a song by song basis, as well as the VERY BUSY YEAR that the band has had.There is talk of Donna’s previous band Beat Drun Juel as well… and gosh darn it, it’s just a great talk. Listen … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep141-donna-diane-djunah-beat-drun-juel/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep141: Donna Diane (Djunah, Beat Drun Juel)"</span></a></p> [...]

Top Records of 2019

Helms Alee – Noctiluca Hurry Up Shotgun – This Crystal Vessel Djunah – Ex-Voto SEMINARS – Iniquity Signals B. Hamilton – Nothing and Nowhere Big Business – the Beast You Are Austerity Program – Bible Songs 1 J. Robbins – Un-becoming Tropical Fuck Storm – Brain Drops Drug Apts. – Clean Living Under Difficult CircumstancesHonorable mentions: … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/top-records-of-2019/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Top Records of 2019"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep140: Greg Saunier (Deerhoof)

stream/DL It’s long overdue! But Greg Saunier of the mighty Deerhoof is finally on Protonic Reversal! -Blueberry tea.-San Francisco then vs. now and various tech stories.-Music scenes where everybody participates-Deerhoof finding it’s audience, an audience that likes to be surprised.-Corporations consolidating music together.-Greg and Conan talk about the early beginnings of Deerhoof.-Halfbird-Major label sell outs … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep140-greg-saunier-deerhoof/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep140: Greg Saunier (Deerhoof)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep139: Mark Deutrom (Bellringer, Melvins)

stream/DL Many people only know Mark as “the guy with the Hat”, but he was not only the bassplayer for the Melvins in their high profile “Atlantic” period in the 90s weird rock “gold rush”, he also has a long history of interesting bands before, during and after Melvins. This is an in-depth discussion of … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/itunes-ep139-mark-deutrom-bellringer-melvins/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep139: Mark Deutrom (Bellringer, Melvins)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep138: Gareth “Gaz” Liddiard (Tropical Fuck Storm, The Drones)

stream/DL It’s Gaz! Tropical Fuck Storm is on a US tour, Gaz takes a little time to talk about dicks in album artwork, conspiracy fantasy as songwriting prompt, cover songs (fugazi!), hitting a weird zeitgeist, some talk of The Drones and lots more. Dig in. [...]

Ep137: Bill Barbot (Jawbox, Foxhall Stacks, Burning Airlines)

stream/DL The mighty Bill Barbot! Guitar player for Jawbox, singer and guitar player for Foxhall Stacks, Bassist for Burning Airlines and thorn in the side of Brett Kavanaugh comes on the mighty Protonic Reversal to talk about Jawbox reunion shows, work/life balance, living punk rock vs. just playing it, his new power-pop/glam band’s cassette and … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep137-bill-barbot-jawbox-foxhall-stacks-burning-airlines/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep137: Bill Barbot (Jawbox, Foxhall Stacks, Burning Airlines)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep130: Best albums of 2018

Ep130 was our special on our favorite albums of 2019. It’s a lot like the list that is on the site in list form, but we had call ins and such… if you want to listen it is here. [...]

Ep129: Craig Wedren (Shudder to Think)

(stream and download – Episode 129) Hey hey hey! This episode of Protonic Reversal features a talk with the mighty Craig Wedren of Shudder to Think, we talk to Craig about: -Hacking the Polaroid Spectra. -My 90s (new book and photo show) -Analog vs. Digital in very specific incidents. -Making unique videos, such as the … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep129-craig-wedren-shudder-to-think/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep129: Craig Wedren (Shudder to Think)"</span></a></p> [...]

Conan Neutron’s Top Records of 2018

Conan Neutron’s top records of 2018:1. Tropical Fuck Storm – a Laughing Death in Meatspace (TFS Band)2. Lung – All the Kings Horses 3. sewingneedle – User Error4. Screaming Females– All at Once 5. Hot Snakes – Jericho Sirens6. Body Futures– Maybe It’s Just the Weather 7. Poster Children – Grand Bargain8. Christian Fitness – Nuance the Musical 9. Haunted Heads – Everything We Agreed About 10. TONGUE PARTY – Looking for a Painful … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/conan-neutrons-top-records-of-2018/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Conan Neutron’s Top Records of 2018"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep128: Bob Bert (Sonic Youth, Pussy Galore, Jon Spencer & the HITmakers)

(stream and download – Episode 128) Well, hello there! Guess what? You bet it’s another episode of Protonic Reversal! This week, Conan and Josh talked with the legendary Bob Bert, drummer for Lydia Lunch Retrovirus, Jon Spencer and the HITmakers, Pussy Galore, Sonic Youth, and many more! We talked about: -Touring more than ever before … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep128-bob-bert-sonic-youth-pussy-galore-jon-spencer-the-hitmakers/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep128: Bob Bert (Sonic Youth, Pussy Galore, Jon Spencer & the HITmakers)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep127: Steve Albini (Shellac, Big Black, Electrical Audio Studio)

(stream and download – Episode 127) Well hey, hey there Protonic Reversal devotees. Time for another episode, Steve Albini is back with us after a 106 episode break. Conan and Steve talk about: -Steve inadvertently ruining the “perfect run” of 9 continuous guests for the 100th episode of Protonic Reversal (not out of malice) -Winning … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep127-steve-albini-shellac-big-black-electrical-audio-studio/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep127: Steve Albini (Shellac, Big Black, Electrical Audio Studio)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep126: J.D. Pinkus (Butthole Surfers, Melvins, Honky)

(stream and download – Episode 126) It’s Jeff Pinkus of Butthole Surfers, Melvins, and Honky! It’s an episode of Protonic Reversal. What more do you need to know? ok, ok… Greetings protonic friends, time again for a thrilling new episode of Protonic Reversal. Today is Mr. J.D. Pinkus of Butthole Surfers fame, he also plays … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep126-j-d-pinkus-butthole-surfers-melvins-honky/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep126: J.D. Pinkus (Butthole Surfers, Melvins, Honky)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep125: Sam Coomes (Quasi, Jon Spencer & the HitMakers)

(stream and download – Episode 125) Howdy there, friends and well-wishers of the Protonic Reversal, and welcome to another fine program! On this episode, Conan and Josh got to chat with Sam Coomes of Quasi! We talked of so many things: Interview begins at 10:53 -recording with Jon Spencer -the Roxichord -contrasting music and lyrics … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep125-sam-coomes-quasi-jon-spencer-the-hitmakers/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep125: Sam Coomes (Quasi, Jon Spencer & the HitMakers)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep124: WORK (Joe Cannon, Kavi Laud, Jeff Brueggeman)

(stream and download – Episode 124) Josh is out this week. The band WORK returns for a Labor Day weekend tour and Protonic Reversal appearance, their new record Stricly Cruis’n is out and that means it’s time to get loose and talk about such things as: -Kavi’s move to Austin and his annoyance at traffic … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/765/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep124: WORK (Joe Cannon, Kavi Laud, Jeff Brueggeman)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep123: Toshi Kasai (Engineer and Producer: Melvins, Tool, Helmet)

(stream and download – Episode 123) Hola, amigos! Welcome to another sweet sweet episode of Protonic Reversal! I know it’s been a long time since we rapped at ya, but we’ve got a great episode here with the one and only Toshi Kasai! We chatted about tons of stuff, like: -the California fires -Working with … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep123-toshi-kasai-engineer-and-producer-melvins-tool-helmet/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep123: Toshi Kasai (Engineer and Producer: Melvins, Tool, Helmet)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep122: Mike Greenlees/John Mohr (Tar)

(stream and download – Episode 122) Well, well, welcome to another episode of Protonic Reversal! Conan and Josh had fun chats with (separately) Mike and John from Tar! First up was Mike, with whom we discussed such whimsy as: -A 25 year gap between radio call-in shows -Getting back into show shape -Picking songs for … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep122-mike-greenlees-john-mohr-tar/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep122: Mike Greenlees/John Mohr (Tar)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep121: John Yingling (The World Underground)

(stream and download – Episode 121) Globetrotting punk rock documentarian John Yingling, of The World Underground, back in the U.S. for a limited amount of time comes back to Protonic Reversal after a 70 episode, and 3 1/2 year break. We speak of all things documentary, talk about his recent work in Indonesia and future … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep121-john-yingling-the-world-underground/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep121: John Yingling (The World Underground)"</span></a></p> [...]

Ep120: Jeff Mueller (June of 44, Shipping News, Rodan)

(stream and download – Episode 120) Hello, dear friends, and welcome to another episode of Protonic Reversal! On the day after Jesus’ birthday, we talked to the amazing Jeff Mueller (of June of 44, Shipping News, and Rodan!) and discussed such topics as: -When your kids see you play -Relearning via Youtube -Being a NYC … <p class="link-more"><a href="https://www.protonicreversal.com/ep120-jeff-mueller-june-of-44-shipping-news-rodan/" class="more-link">Continue reading<span class="screen-reader-text"> "Ep120: Jeff Mueller (June of 44, Shipping News, Rodan)"</span></a></p> [...]