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This Was The Scene Podcast

Mike Doyle
Chicago Punk Scene
Punk Rock
Victory Records
California
Warped Tour
Punk Music Scene
Pop Punk
Day At the Fair
Junior Varsity
Punk Scene
Myspace
Co-Ed
The Locust
New Jersey
Hamilton Street Cafe & Stage
Dr. Strange Records
Face To Face
Panic! At the Disco
Fall Out Boy
Lanemeyer

The Podcast about the Late 90s/Early 2000s Punk Scene with host, Mike Doyle from Lanemeyer | IG - @thiswasthescene | thiswasthescene@gmail.com

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Recent Guests

Zach Gehring
Guest, guitarist for Mae and former member of Unsung Zeros
Mae, Unsung Zeros
Episode: Ep. 288: mae w/ Zach Gehring
Conrad Keely
Trail of Dead guitarist/vocalist
Trail of Dead
Episode: Ep. 287: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead w/ Conrad Keely & Jason Reece
Jason Reece
Trail of Dead drummer
Trail of Dead
Episode: Ep. 287: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead w/ Conrad Keely & Jason Reece
Mike Glita
Guitarist and drummer involved in the early Jersey scene; member of Lanemeyer, Tokyo Rose, and later Senses Fail
Senses Fail (band) / Tokyo Rose / Lanemeyer
Episode: Ep. 286: Senses Fail w/ Mike Glita
Danny Wolf
Guitarist of Small Towns Burn a Little Slower
Small Towns Burn a Little Slower
Episode: Ep. 285: Small Towns Burn A Little Slower w/ Danny Wolf & Ryan Traster
Ryan Traster
Vocalist/ guitarist of Small Towns Burn a Little Slower
Small Towns Burn a Little Slower
Episode: Ep. 285: Small Towns Burn A Little Slower w/ Danny Wolf & Ryan Traster
Jeff Kummer
Drummer for The Early November (guest on episode)
The Early November
Episode: Ep. 284: The Early November w/ Jeff Kummer
Tom Chitty
Musician, Houston Calls, Throw Thermal Pod
Houston Calls; Throw Thermal Pod
Episode: Ep. 282: Houston Calls Pt. 1 w/ Chitty
Casey Castille
Former lead singer of The Mimsies; author and artist
The Mimsies, artist, author of Create What Others Miss
Episode: Ep. 281: The Mimsies w/ Casey Castille

Host

Mike Doyle
Host of This Was The Scene Podcast; has long-running involvement in the Jersey punk/indie scene and broader late-90s/2000s punk discourse

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • A veritable trayzhure chest

    For punkers of a certain ilk, this podcast is like the Dead Sea Scrolls

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jahwoofums
    United Statesa year ago
  • awesome interviews!

    So Cal 90s punk scene stories was my era!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    american_greed
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show!

    As a someone who grew up with this era of punk this show is great. Even when I don’t know the band/person, there is always something worth hearing and taking me back to those days! The host is really good and always has good questions, you can tell he does research and prepares. 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mesodef
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Long time listener! The show goes really in depth and talks to some gems of players who never really gets to talk on other podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karlomfg
    Germany2 years ago
  • Great Listen

    I really love this podcast. Hearing from, and about, a lot of the bands that I listened to and saw during my teenage years has been great. Keep up what you’re doing as long as you can.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sprinkles208
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners crave broader music-history context beyond NJ scenes
Fans praise the host's preparation and interview style
Narrative-driven interviews with deep scene knowledge
Great for nostalgia and discovering lesser-known bands and stories

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Ep. 287: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead w/ Conrad Keely & Jason Reece
Q: How did you approach touring and finances after major-label changes?
The conversation covers the intense touring schedules, the high costs of buses, the push to overseas markets, and later the crowdfunding and DIY shifts after leaving labels.
Ep. 287: ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead w/ Conrad Keely & Jason Reece
Q: What was it like signing to Interscope and then leaving?
They recount Jimmy Iovine's initial hands-on involvement, the creative control they fought to keep, and the gradual distancing that led to leaving Interscope in search of artistic independence.
Ep. 280: The Bombpops w/ Jen Razavi
Q: What was it like getting on Fat Records and how did the relationship evolve?
She recalls Fat Records as the ultimate dream and notes that Fat approved their music after working with producers; the collaboration with Fat Mike and later producers like Tony Sly and Chris Fogel helped shape their sound and career trajectory, with Fat Records eventually evolving and partnering with Hopeless; the band valued the in-house support and brand legitimacy Fat provided.
Ep. 280: The Bombpops w/ Jen Razavi
Q: How did you get involved in the scene personally?
Jen describes growing up going to shows, facing barriers as a young woman in the scene, discovering bands via SanDiegoPunk forums, and ultimately meeting Poli to form The Bombpops, which led to early performances and rapid local recognition.
Ep. 266: From Indian Lakes w/ Joey Vannucchi
Q: But did that ever work against you? Like for live shows or was there ever a conversation?
Yes, there were moments when the artist's stance and unwillingness to compromise pissed off people in the studio or on tours, and he recalls pushing back against comparisons and pressure, which sometimes led to tense situations but ultimately helped establish his boundary-driven approach.

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This show provides long-form conversations with musicians and industry folks who shaped late 90s and early 2000s punk, emo, and indie scenes. Episodes combine nostalgia with practical insights about touring, labels, production, and the business side of being an artist, often foregrounding DIY ethics, community, and the evolving music industry. Highlights include deep-dives into label dynamics, major tours, and the human side of making art while balancing life, family, and evolving technologies. The format tends to showcase intimate anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, and cross-artist connections, which can be especially appealing to listeners who lived through that era or are curious about its history and ongoing influence.

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8. Tom Chitty

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