The Allison Hagendorf Show

One of my favorite bands of the last 20 years finally came over to the house. 🖤 Simon Neil and Ben Johnston of Biffy Clyro joined me for an honest conversation about friendship, longevity, songwriting, mental health, aging, creativity, and what it takes to keep a band together for more than 25 years. We dive deep into their incredible new album Futique, recording at the legendary Hansa Studios in Berlin, working with producer Jonathan Gilmore, and why this record feels so special. We also talk about: ⚡️ Returning to the U.S. after years away ⚡️ Recording at Hansa Studios and the magic of Berlin ⚡️ Working with Jonathan Gilmore (The 1975, Nothing But Thieves) ⚡️ The themes behind Futique and songs like "Hunting Season" ⚡️ Their songwriting process after 10 studio albums ⚡️ Family, kids, baking, and life outside the band ⚡️ "Shot One" and appreciating life in the present moment ⚡️ The emotional story behind "Goodbye" ⚡️ James Johnston's mental health journey and the band's brotherhood ⚡️ The healing power of live music ⚡️ Aging, creativity, and protecting your energy ⚡️ Brian Wilson, "God Only Knows," and Glastonbury ⚡️ Human creativity vs AI ⚡️ Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails, Jeff Buckley, and their musical influences ⚡️ The lessons they've learned after 25 years together ⚡️ Advice they would give their younger selves Plus: brownies, Scotland stories, Glasgow rugby players, and some of the most thoughtful reflections on music I've heard in a long time. If you're a longtime Biffy fan or simply love conversations about creativity, resilience, and finding meaning through music this one is for you. 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://play.megaphone.fm/sxhb2ibzrw-vle8ombutpa ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #BiffyClyro #SimonNeil #Futique 00:00 - Welcome 01:39 - Intro 02:24 - Finally Back in the U.S. 03:37 - Playing the New Music Live 04:27 - Recording Futique at Hansa Studios in Berlin 07:15 - Working with Jonathan Gilmore 08:28 - Themes of the Album & "Hunting Season" 10:09 - Songwriting After 10 Albums 12:07 - Baking & Brownies 15:03 - Kids & Family 16:45 - "Shot One" 19:04 - Reflection & Living in the Moment 19:55 - "Goodbye" 24:10 - James Johnston & Mental Health 25:09 - How They're Feeling Right Now 26:50 - The Healing Power of Playing Live 30:01 - Sustaining the Physicality of Touring 31:10 - Glastonbury, Brian Wilson & "God Only Knows" 33:29 - Aging, Songwriting & Perspective 35:39 - Human Creativity vs AI 39:39 - Finding Your Own Music & Influences 43:29 - Nirvana, Nine Inch Nails, Tron & Jared Leto 45:42 - Lessons Learned After 25 Years 49:39 - Glasgow Stories & Scotland 51:22 - Advice to Their Younger Selves 54:03 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pop-punk never died - it just grew up. In this heart-to-heart house hang, Allison Hagendorf welcomes Alex Gaskarth and Jack Barakat of All Time Low for cookies, old fashions, and an honest conversation about 20 years of friendship, creative evolution, and their 10th studio album, "Everyone’s Talking." Filmed at Allison’s home, this candid conversation dives into legacy, laughter, and the love that still fuels one of pop punk's most enduring bands. All Time Low open up about: ⚡️ The making of “Everyone’s Talking” and the inspiration behind “The Weather” and “Butterflies” ⚡️ How “Monsters” finally cracked radio after nearly two decades ⚡️ What it means to grow up in a band — and stay best friends through it all ⚡️ The family dynamic, band therapy, and building their own label & studio ⚡️ Finding joy, balance & gratitude in their 20-year journey This is All Time Low like you’ve never seen them - raw, reflective, hilarious, and completely at home. It’s a conversation about growth, gratitude, and handcuffing yourself to rock & roll. 👀 Watch next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwh7qo7VAe4&list=PLl6dGiHr9hXCBsHHe9qR0PiTgxkpdjRyI&index=2 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://play.megaphone.fm/sxhb2ibzrw-vle8ombutpa 🍒 Yes, I baked them my signature oatmeal cherry chocolate cookies. And Brian made the old fashions. Obviously. Subscribe on Insta/TikTok / YouTube for the recipe. ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #AllTimeLow #EveryonesTalking #Butterflies #TheWeather #Monsters #AlexGaskarth #JackBarakat #PopPunk #Emo #RockInterview #Songwriting #AllisonHagendorf #TheAllisonHagendorfShow #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #RockCulture #BandTherapy 00:00 — House hang: cookies, old fashions, welcome 01:31 — Warp Tour memories, Juliet Simms & Automatic Loveletter 04:20 — Cracking radio with “Monsters” (+ the Demi onstage moment) 06:36 — Lolla 2021: full-circle Limp Bizkit “dad vibes” 08:56 — Album 10: Everyone’s Talking — the grown-up ATL 11:55 — Melancholy + joy: “The Weather” (Cure/Ramones DNA) 13:40 — Club energy: “Little Bit” and writing for the room 15:06 — 2025 tour: Mayday Parade, Four Year Strong, The Cab, Paradox; families in the pit 17:35 — “Butterflies”: ode to The Used/TBS/MCR; “handcuff yourself to rock & roll” 19:36 — Building the ATL universe: own label, home studio, Dan Swank 22:17 — Process & pace: a song a day, don’t overthink it 23:40 — Alex’s vocals leveled up (range, control, intent) 26:20 — Band chemistry, therapy, and why Zack is the secret weapon 28:36 — Alex & Jack origin story: AFI bridge, Blink conversion 33:21 — Pride & perspective: sustainable growth (HOB → arenas) 37:22 — Advice to new artists: trust your gut vs the algorithm 40:10 — Notes to your younger selves 42:15 — What ATL shows mean now: love, community, best times 44:29 — Backyard slide send-off An A-Game Production Co-Produced by Raw Content & Ones To Watch/Live Nation Raw Content Directed by: JT Boehme Shot by: Michael Morones Sound by: Andrew Kim Set Artwork Courtesy of Tchay https://www.tchayart.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you do when people in power don’t believe in you? When they tell you you’re wrong — or worse, ignore your vision completely? In this episode, I’m sharing the 8 biggest lessons from my A&R years in NYC: how I went from answering phones to signing artists, backing future superstars like Juliette Simms, Katy Perry, and Mark Foster, and learning to trust my vision before the world caught up. These are the moments that shaped me: the risks I took, the times I trusted my gut, and what I learned when the world said “no.” If you’re building your dream, creating your next chapter, or learning to believe in yourself again — this one’s for you. 👇 Let me know in the comments which lesson resonated with you most. And don’t forget to subscribe — this community is for people who want to live what they love. ✦ CHAPTER 1: How To Find Your Passion (When You Have No Idea Where to Start) → https://open.spotify.com/episode/2HHzAjf8lkRvrxdgnw3ibJ?si=d31b9bcb1b59417a 🔔 FOLLOW: https://open.spotify.com/show/45uodFpMnMvgvXDsqQSVbF?si=8ab6d7e3d07b473a ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #confidence #trustyourself #allisonhagendorf #musicindustry #betonyourself 00:00 – Intro 01:58 – Lesson 1: There’s Opportunity in the Unglamorous 02:42 – Lesson 2: When the Door Opens, Walk Through 03:58 – Lesson 3: Believe Before There’s Proof 05:18 – Lesson 4: When Growth Stops, Move On 06:14 – Lesson 5: Champion Someone and Fight for It 07:23 – Lesson 6: Your Gut Is Wiser Than the Rules 09:04 – Lesson 7: The Next Chapter Is Already Inside This One 10:38 – Lesson 8: Trust Your Vision — Even If No One Else Does 11:32 – Outro + Final Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sleep Token just made history with Even in Arcadia, debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200 and redefining what it means to be a metal band in 2025. With zero interviews, masked identities, and a genre-blurring sound that fuses progressive metal, R&B, gospel, and ambient textures, they’ve become the most polarizing—and groundbreaking—band on earth. In this video, I break down how Sleep Token rose from a cult following to global dominance, why they resonate so deeply with fans, and what their success means for the future of heavy music. 🎧 Featuring breakdowns of “The Summoning,” “Caramel,” and more. 💬 Drop a comment: Did Sleep Token convert you—or are you still not sold? ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf #sleeptoken #eveninarcadia #sleeptokenreaction #progressivemetal #heavymusic #metalnews #rockrevolution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list has sparked endless debates. But beyond the rankings are the records that truly shaped the culture. In this special episode, I spotlight the albums that moved me, shaped me, and still live in me today — from Thriller, Purple Rain, and Faith, to Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, CrazySexyCool, Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, and more. These albums redefined pop, hip-hop, funk, R&B, and cultural storytelling. Some broke records. Others broke barriers. But all of them broke through. 🎧 Subscribe for more deep dives into the albums that made us. 🛒 Use code THEGROOVE at Vinyl.com for 10% off iconic records. 👇 What’s your favorite album from the Top 500? #RollingStone500 #Thriller #PurpleRain #LaurynHill #VinylCommunity #MusicThatMovedMe #AllisonHagendorf #ClassicAlbums #GreatestAlbums #MusicNostalgia #PopHistory #HipHopHistory 00:00 – Intro: Why Albums Still Matter 02:08 – Saturday Night Fever Soundtrack – Disco Goes Global 04:11 – Michael Jackson’s Thriller – The Album That Changed Everything 07:26 – Prince’s Purple Rain – A Genre-Defying Masterpiece 10:04 – Run-D.M.C. – Raising Hell and Breaking Down Barriers 12:40 – Beastie Boys – Licensed to Ill and Hip-Hop Rebellion 14:30 – George Michael’s Faith – Pop Brilliance and Creative Freedom 17:27 – Janet Jackson – Rhythm Nation 1814 as Revolution 21:52 – Madonna – The Immaculate Collection and Pop Power 25:03 – TLC – CrazySexyCool and R&B Redefined 28:03 – Lauryn Hill – The Miseducation… and Unfiltered Truth 30:05 – OutKast – Speakerboxxx/The Love Below Changed the Game 32:38 – Outro: What’s YOUR Favorite Album on the List? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why does the music you loved as a teenager still hit so hard today? It turns out, there’s a scientific reason behind it — and for me, the early ’90s were everything. In this episode with Vinyl.com, I share the albums that defined me during my imprinting years: Nevermind, Ten, Superunknown, Dookie, Grace, Wish, Jar of Flies, and more. 🎶 From grunge to punk to alt-rock, these iconic albums didn’t just shape the decade — they shaped me. I dive into personal stories, unforgettable live moments, and the emotional connection that makes this music timeless. Whether you’re a lifelong music lover or discovering the ’90s magic for the first time, this is a celebration of one of the most influential eras in music history. Let’s go back to where identity was forming, emotions ran high, and the perfect album could change your world. 👇 What early ’90s album defined you? Share your story in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for the next episode featuring albums from 1995 turning 30. 🛒 Get 10% off vinyl at Vinyl.com with code THEGROOVE ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf 00:00 – Why Music Hits Hard in Your Teens 01:25 – The Science Behind “Imprinting Years” 02:50 – Nirvana’s Nevermind: The Gateway to Everything 05:20 – Pearl Jam’s Ten: Emotional Depth & Legacy 07:42 – Soundgarden’s Superunknown: Cornell’s Power 09:45 – Alice in Chains’ Jar of Flies: Acoustic Emotion 11:33 – Blind Melon’s Debut: Beyond the Bee Girl 13:42 – Green Day’s Dookie: Punk Enters the Chat 15:40 – Smashing Pumpkins’ Siamese Dream: Sonic Masterpiece 17:32 – Jeff Buckley’s Grace: Vulnerability in Sound 19:05 – Tom Petty’s Wildflowers: Simplicity & Soul 20:18 – The Cure’s Wish: Heartbreak and Healing 21:35 – U2’s Achtung Baby: Reinvention and Impact #90sMusic #nostalgia #Grunge #AlternativeRock #AlbumsThatDefinedMe #ClassicAlbums #MusicNostalgia #AltRock #Nirvana #PearlJam #Soundgarden #GreenDay #SmashingPumpkins #MusicThatMadeMe #VinylCommunity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for an epic fusion of music and fitness in this special 311 Day edition of The Allison Hagendorf Show! 🎶💪 I’m hanging with Nick Hexum—legendary frontman of 311—to talk about the 30th anniversary reissue of their iconic Blue Album, their upcoming Warped Tour headline spot, and the secret to 311’s longevity. Plus, Nick shares his fitness philosophy, daily workout routine, and how movement fuels his creativity. From reminiscing about MTV buzz clips to breaking down the power of positivity, this is a must-watch for 311 fans, fitness lovers, and rock enthusiasts alike! Hit that subscribe button and join the movement! 🔥 Watch More Interviews With Your Favorite Personalities: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl6dGiHr9hXCBsHHe9qR0PiTgxkpdjRyI ❤️ FOLLOW ALLISON ON SOCIALS ✅ YouTube: https://youtube.com/AllisonHagendorf ✅ Official Website: https://allisonhagendorf.com ✅ Instagram: https://instagram.com/allisonhagendorf ✅ TikTok: https://TikTok.com/@allisonhagendorf ✅ X: https://x.com/allihagendorf ✅ Shopify: https://allisonhagendorf.myshopify.com #311Day #NickHexum #311Music #311Band #WarpedTour #311BlueAlbum #311Fans #311Anniversary #90sMusic #2000sRock #AltRock #RockLegends #MTVGeneration #MusicNostalgia #FitnessMotivation #WorkoutMusic #RockAndFit #HealthAndWellness #StayPositive #MusicInterview #RockMusic #MusiciansLife #BehindTheScenes #AllisonHagendorf #MusicInterviews #RockAndFitness #MindsetAndMotivation #RockCulture 0:00 - Welcome to The Allison Hagendorf Show 0:20 - 311 Day Special with Nick Hexum 🎉 1:10 - Music and Fitness: The Ultimate Fusion 2:25 - Nick Hexum’s Workout Philosophy & Daily Routine 🏋️‍♂️ 4:50 - The 30th Anniversary of 311’s Blue Album 🎶 6:55 - The MTV Buzz Clip That Changed Everything 8:20 - 311’s Rise to Fame & Staying Power 10:40 - Balancing Fitness and Life on the Road 12:20 - The Power of Fitness in Creativity & Performance 💪 14:40 - Nick’s Favorite Exercises & Workout Demonstrations 16:50 - How Music & Wellness Intersect 🎵🧘‍♂️ 19:00 - Nick’s New EP Waxing Nostalgic 🌿 20:50 - The Return of Warped Tour & 311’s Headlining Spot 🔥 23:30 - Family, Fitness, and Finding Balance 25:20 - The Power of Positivity & Gratitude 🙏 27:15 - Final Thoughts & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices