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We Wreck Records

New Noise Magazine
Distrokid
Mental Health
Grillo's Pickles
Hardcore Punk
Rock Revolution
Reliance
Nirvana
Urban Discipline
Return To Dust
Soen
Hip-Hop
Palestine
Music Activism
New York Hardcore
Punk Rock
Social Justice
Earpiece
Substance Abuse
Death Metal
Alice In Chains

We Wreck Records is a music podcast that digs into the albums that changed everything — and wrecks the mystery around them. Hosted by Christina Rowatt and Chris Enriquez of New Noise magazine, each episode features intimate conversations with incredible artists who made iconic records: from cult classics to hot new releases and the genre benders that moved the needle. All killer, no filler. This i... more

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Grindcore pioneers Napalm Death and sludge legends Melvins come together for a rare three-way conversation that's as chaotic, funny and insightful as you'd hope. Barney Greenway and Buzz Osborne dig into their collaborative record Savage Imperial Dea... more

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Carina Round from Puscifer joins We Wreck Records for a conversation that goes way beyond the music.

We get into the psychology of creating under pressure, the strange balance between darkness and joy, and what it really means to build something me... more

Xtina sits down with Shawna Potter, frontwoman of feminist punk band War On Women, as well as an author and intimacy coordinator working across film and theatre. They talk about the band's new album Time Under Tension (out May 8), and the role of mus... more

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Ethan Lee McCarthy of Primitive Man joins host Christina Rowatt to talk about the band's devastating album Observance and the ideas behind their uniquely oppressive sound.

In this conversation, Ethan explains why Primitive Man rejected the limitati... more

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Recent Guests

Carina Round
Musician and vocalist for Puscifer
Puscifer
Episode: Puscifer's Normal Isn't: Carina Round Gets Elbows Deep in Creativity, Chaos & Joy
Shawna Potter
Lead vocalist of War On Women, feminist hardcore band
War On Women
Episode: War on Women's Time Under Tension: The Riff Is The Vehicle For The Message
Ethan (Primitive Man)
Member of Primitive Man, interviewed guest
Primitive Man
Episode: Primitive Man's Observance: Death Sludge, Occult Art & Surviving the Surveillance State
Drew Goddard
Vocalist and musician from Karnivool
Karnivool
Episode: Karnivool's In Verses: Musical Acupuncture & The Return of Aussie Prog Power
Mike IX Williams
Vocalist of Eyehategod, a pioneering sludge metal band
Eyehategod
Episode: Eyehategod's Mike IX Williams: From Take As Needed for Pain ('93) to Dopesick ('96)
Fred Estby
Member of the Swedish death metal band Dismember
Dismember
Episode: Dismember's Like An Ever Flowing Stream (1991): Swedish Death Metal On Trial
Caroline Harrison
Illustrator and artist focused on dark themes in album covers
Episode: Anatomy of Album Covers: Artist Caroline Harrison on Dark Art, Heavy Music & Big Feels
Return To Dust
A band credited with potentially leading a rock revolution
Episode: Return To Dust's Speak For The Dead: Next Gen, Grunge-Birthed Real Rock and Roll
Buzz Osborne
Guitarist and vocalist of Melvins
Melvins
Episode: The Sound of '93: Legends On Grunge, Riot Grrrl, Post-Hardcore & Rap-Metal

Hosts

Christina Rowatt
Host of We Wreck Records, known for her intimate and engaging conversations with musicians.
Chris Enriquez
Co-host of We Wreck Records and colleague at New Noise Magazine, contributing to discussions about contemporary music culture.

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Primitive Man's Observance: Death Sludge, Occult Art & Surviving the Surveillance State
Q: What is the story behind one of Observance's songs and how did you build the sonic world around it?
The guest discusses the thematic focus on techno feudalism and the surveillance state, and how the music and lyrics pair to convey a sense of dread and social critique, with an emphasis on emotional resonance over conventional storytelling.
Primitive Man's Observance: Death Sludge, Occult Art & Surviving the Surveillance State
Q: Can you walk us through how a Primitive Man song is written, from jam to lyrics?
The guest describes a process where the band writes the music in the room first, then writes lyrics afterward, with lyrics often evolving to fit the song rather than dictating it from the start, emphasizing instinct and atmosphere.
Primitive Man's Observance: Death Sludge, Occult Art & Surviving the Surveillance State
Q: Doom is an interesting word. How did you first discover the concept and what drew you to that style before you started making music?
The exact origins are hard to pin down, but the guest explains that the sense of doom evolved in the early 2000s through reissues and earlier sludge influences, and that the band has always aimed to create an atmosphere that feels harrowing and serious, even if they don't fit a traditional doom mold.
Mariachi El Bronx (IV): The Bronx Minus Punk Rock, All Heart
Q: What would you say to Matt about what was about to happen 15 years ago?
Matt emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself amidst the ups and downs of the music industry, reflecting on his journey and the commitments he's made.
Mariachi El Bronx (IV): The Bronx Minus Punk Rock, All Heart
Q: What does grief open up for you as a creative person?
Matt describes how music has always been his way of expressing himself, especially when dealing with grief and love, though it can be a complex and intense process.

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This music podcast features in-depth conversations with a diverse array of artists and musicians, focusing on albums that have had a significant impact on the music landscape. The discussions not only highlight the creative processes behind iconic records, from cult classics to contemporary hits, but they also explore the emotional and personal experiences that shape an artist's journey. Episodes cover themes such as mental health, addiction, and the evolution of musical styles, frequently touching on deeper societal issues intertwined with the art. The podcast stands out for its engaging host interactions and the immersive storytelling that invites listeners to relate to the personal struggles and triumphs of the musicians involved.

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2. Shawna Potter
3. Ethan (Primitive Man)
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5. Mike IX Williams
6. Fred Estby
7. Caroline Harrison
8. Return To Dust

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