For this episode, I'm joined by Alex Abyss, co-founder of Psychopathic Records (along with the Insane Clown Posse), about his new graphic novel called Chivalrous Arts, recorded at Astronomicon 7. We discuss his "record store", which is the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons and the importance of creating a safe space for players. Alex shares his experience as a game master and the thrill of creating unique adventures. He talks about the process of writing Chivalrous Arts and the potential for it to become a franchise. We also touch on the early years of Psychopathic Records with ICP and Twiztid and the challenges they faced in the music industry. The conversation ends with Alex emphasizing the importance of hustle and commitment in pursuing one's passions.

Follow Alex Abbyss:
Instagram: instagram.com/alchemistelitecomics
Merch Store/Buy Chivalrous Arts: chivalrousarts.myshopify.com
Chivalrous Arts: on Amazon Paperback/Digital: a.co/d/4oThObg

Intro Music: Danny Brown "Dance (Instrumental)" (Produced by Nick Speed)

For this episode, we are joined by Lis D'Angelo and Brian McClelland of the Seattle Hardcore/Punk band Filth is Eternal We discuss their experiences in the music industry, including their time on Church Road Records along with their latest album Find Out released via MNRK Heavy. They share their perspectives on the Seattle music scene and the role of art stores in inspiring their creativity, as well as their approach to finding balance and fresh perspective in their music We also talk about the progression and growth they have experienced as musicians, the creation of their new album, the impact they hope to have on their audience through their music and live performances, and their advice for artists and musicians.

Follow Filth Is Eternal:
Bandcamp: filthiseternal.bandcamp.com
Instagram: instagram.com/filthiseternal
Twitter/X: twitter.com/filthiseternal_
Merch: voidassaultrecords.bandcamp.com
Stream/Purchase Music: songwhip.com/filthiseternal

Photo Credit: Joshua Simon
Intro Music: Danny Brown "Dance (Instrumental)" (Produced by Nick Speed)

On THE RECORD STORE PODCAST, the theme of the "record store" has a double meaning. In reality, a record store is a place of discovery and a safe space where creativity thrives as people open themselves up to new ideas through community. Everyone has their own place like a record store that they find solace in. I’ll deep dive with my guests into what place is special for them, how it’s molded their lives, and we’ll just see where the conversation goes. Whether you are a musician, a DJ, a comedian, a writer, a designer, whatever you are, we all have our own record store.

My guests for this episode is Shooting Daggers, a Queercore Punk band based in London, as we discuss their debut album, Love & Rage, out now via Heavy New Sounds. With the band creating an ascending buzz online, after giving them a listen, they have the potential to become one of the next bands to watch out for. With their members coming from all parts of Europe, they found each other and a community along the way in London and we talk about it at length in this episode. We get into what each member's "Record Store" is and the importance of empowerment and representation within any community, and so much more.

Also, during our conversation, they spoke about Overdrive Studios, an independently run studio space with practice rooms and a DIY music venue in the heart of Deptford, South-East London that the band frequently uses that is danger of closure. A GoFundMe has been started to raise funds to save Overdrive Studios, so please donate if you can or share the link below.
Save Overdrive Studios GoFundMe: gofund.me/ccd526a0
Overdrive Instagrams: @overdrive.studios.se8 | @saveoverdrivestudios
Follow Shooting Daggers:
Instagram: instagram.com/shootingdaggers_hc
Bandcamp: shootingdaggers.bandcamp.com
Purchase/Listen Love & Rage: lnk.to/4wkStf