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Going Off Track is a weekly, interview show hosted by Benny Horowitz (The Gaslight Anthem) and producer Brad Worrell. The guest list leans musical but with plenty of other interesting folks thrown in.

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The absolutely amazing, talented singer songwriter, Nicole Atkins joins us for a really fun, funny, informative and truly off-track conversation. From punking "Weird Al" Yankovic to getting locked in the Beacon Theater bathroom by a ghost, it's a gre... more

This week we're digging back into the archives to revisit a great chat with Chris Shiflett, guitarist for a little band called The Foo Fighters (via No Use For A Name and let's not forget Me First and the Gimme Gimmes!)

Everybody loves Rusty! It's impossible not to. The H2O guitarist has lived a life of adventure and we get a chance to talk about a lot it here - from the early days, building a halfpipe in the band house and possibly inspiring Fugazi?, barely survivi... more

Rancid drummer and The Used founder Branden Steineckert grew up in Utah between a steel plant and a prison — chased by cops for skateboarding  and then later having to call them to his home for domestic abuse. (They were useless.) Now he gets to play... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Atkins
Singer-songwriter
Sun imprint label (with Chris Isaak connection)
Episode: Nicole Atkins
Chris Shiflett
Guitarist for Foo Fighters and country/alternative solo artist
Foo Fighters; Chris Shiflett & The Dead Peasants
Episode: Blast From the Past! - Chris Shiflett
Rusty Pistachio
Guitarist for H2O; jewelry maker (Peanut Jewelry)
H2O, Peanut Jewelry
Episode: Rusty Pistachio
Branden Steineckert
Drummer known for The Used and Rancid
The Used, Rancid
Episode: Branden Steineckert
Johnny Whitney
Currently of Evil Island; formerly of Blood Brothers and Jaguar Love
Evil Island, Blood Brothers, Jaguar Love
Episode: Johnny Whitney
Tim Shaw
Hardcore vocalist known for Sick of It All and Ensign
Hardcore bands Sick of It All, Ensign
Episode: Tim Shaw
Jason Black
Musician from Hot Water Music
Hot Water Music
Episode: Jason Black • Blast From The Past!
Nikki Glaser
Comedian
Self (guest)
Episode: Nikki Glaser - Blast From The Past!
Tucker Rule
Drummer for Thursday
Thursday
Episode: Tucker Rule

Hosts

Brad Worrell
Producer and host, focused on music culture and interview-driven storytelling.
Benny Horowitz
Host and musician, co-leading discussions with producer on music, culture, and touring life.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 458 ratings
  • Great

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qwertyJYM
    United States6 months ago
  • The show is titillating

    …..and when I say titillating I mean very saucy/spicy/juicy to my wanting ear holes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hotrodchrisP
    United States2 years ago
  • Fascinating conversations with really cool people

    Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MeredithCatLady
    United States2 years ago
  • interesting

    I loved hearing more about Will's opinions on mental health and social media. You can really see how his music reflects his views!

    Audible
    5
    jj Henry
    United States4 years ago
  • Gets me moist!

    Each episode hits the right spot. Over and over and over. When I put the headphones in, I just push it in deeper so I can feel Benny and Brad closer to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    skada76
    United States5 years ago

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The show is consistently entertaining and insightful for music fans.
Guests bring strong perspectives and the hosts keep conversations engaging and honest.
Long-form interviews with deep industry insight and humor set this apart for music nerds.

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Nicole Atkins
Q: How did you balance personal struggle with creative output while making a new record?
She explains that periods of sleeplessness and exploring old voice memos sparked a burst of ideas, and that a supportive production partner helped create a safe space to experiment without compromising her vision.
Rusty Pistachio
Q: What keeps H2O authentic after 30+ years, and how have the dynamics of touring and making music changed?
Rusty describes the ongoing collaboration process, the importance of friendship and family among bandmates, and how modern gear and accessibility have altered touring logistics yet deepened the communal experience.
Rusty Pistachio
Q: What did the pandemic era force you to do for money and how did it shape your career afterwards?
He explains shifting from jewelry to larger-scale metal work in a new town, leveraging connections with a cabinet builder, and expanding into furniture-like pieces while continuing to honor his music career.
Rusty Pistachio
Q: How did you first get into guitar, and what sounds or players influenced you as you started H2O?
Rusty talks about being introduced to power chords, bar chords, and a death chord, then drawing inspiration from Ramones and DC bands like Marginal Man and King Face, while learning from peers and gradually shaping his own tone.
Mike Olender
Q: What were the early influences that shaped Endeavor's sound?
Mike explains how diverse influences—Bad Brains, Earth Crisis, and other hardcore acts—combined with the band's own dynamics to create a heavy, fast, uncompromising sound that evolved with lineup changes.

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The show features candid conversations with musicians, producers, and industry insiders, often diving into the realities of touring, creative process, and independent music culture. Across episodes, listeners get behind-the-scenes stories about bands, DIY ethics, and the evolving music industry, with occasional tangents into life, creativity, and technology. The format blends humor, nostalgia, and practical insights, making it appealing to music fans who enjoy deep, character-driven interviews and long-form storytelling. A standout is the real-world focus on scene history, community, and the intersection of art and business, offered with a relaxed, conversational vibe that often feels like a group of friends chatting about music they love.

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Recent guests on Going Off Track include:

1. Nicole Atkins
2. Chris Shiflett
3. Rusty Pistachio
4. Branden Steineckert
5. Johnny Whitney
6. Tim Shaw
7. Jason Black
8. Nikki Glaser

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