OurSpace with Matt Vettese

How FELICITY Got Charlie Sheen To Listen To Their Song with Drew Rapier

Drew Rapier of Felicity joins me to discuss how they got Charlie Sheen to check out their song titled "Charlie Sheen" and gave us an inside look at the content they created around it.
Drew also gives us a look into the lore of Felicity and the content they've made over the years, from election content before Instagram Reels were even a thing to getting kicked out of Lowes.
Find more from Felicity, including tour dates, new music and more here: https://www.wearefelicity.com/ 

How To Support Independent Artists with Harrison Gordon

Harrison Gordon is an independent band from Chicago that is on my list for the best up and coming independent artist. Harrison Gordon's sound is a mix of emo, punk, and alternative. If you're a fan of PUP, Hot Mulligan, or Modern Baseball you'll likely love Harrison Gordon.
During our chat we talked about how fans can support independent artists, AI art, sampling TV shows in songs and more.
Harrison Gordon Bandcamp: https://harrisongordon1.bandcamp.com/album/the-yuppies-are-winning
Harrison Gordon on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0DpBrLHJdZh2iAId301CwV
Harrison Gordon on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/harrison-gordon/1509865409 

Australian Pop Punk with James Bassy of Between You & Me

James Bassy of Between You & Me joins Matt Vettese to discuss their very first headline tour of North America.
Between You & Me are also recently independent and we talk about the difference between being on a label vs. being independent, we find out about some new releases, and more!
Check out more from Between You & Me, including latest releases and tour dates here: https://www.byamaus.com/ 

Mid-Life Crisis with House Parties

House Parties recently released their EP "Side Effects" with huge singles like Mid-Life Crisis and Waterworks.
Coming off the release of their latest EP, Chaney Elaine talks to Matt Vettese about:
-Going through what feels like a Mid-Life Crisis at 25
-Working with Derek from State Champs
-Getting compared to Hayley Williams and Paramore
-A heavier future for the band
-Touring with Games We Play and more.
 
Check out more from House Parties here: https://www.housepartiesband.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7KZlkjHhyW3VkxrOVFwGYe?si=Bm3LVn_FTRyxZfp-dN3_9Q
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/house-parties/1534510702 

Emo Comedy with Kyle Gordon

Kyle has found the perfect blend of emo and comedy with his latest single "My Life (Is The Worst Life Ever)" which you've probably come across on your For You Page.
He joins Matt Vettese to discuss the song, whether he had an "emo phase" or not, the music he listened to growing up, and more. 
Check out more from Kyle Gordon here: https://kylegordonisgreat.com/
 

ADHD & Breakup Songs with Cawston

Cawston are a female fronted, Canadian Pop Punk band. 
Lead vocalist, Jenna, sings songs about her personal life from growing up with ADHD to ending friendships. 
The band joins Matt Vettese this week to discuss what it's like writing songs with ADHD, breakup songs, and some hints of what's to come for Cawston in 2024. 
Check out more from Cawston here: https://cawstonmusic.com/ 

Catchy Riffs & Heavy Lyrics with If Not For Me

Coming off their latest single release with "Everything You Wanted," Metalcore band 'If Not For Me' joins Matt Vettese to discuss more new music and everything else they have planned for 2024. 
We dive deeper into their songwriting process, the importance of lyrics vs instrumentals in a song, connecting with fans and the importance of good stage presence, how growing up in Pennsylvania influenced the band, and more.
I'm really excited about the future of this band and their latest single is one of my favourites of the year so far. 
Check them out here: 
https://www.ifnotformeband.com/ 
 

Emo and Punk Fashion Redefined with Stylist Kitty Cowell

Kitty Cowell is a fashion stylist with a particular expertise in emo and punk fashion.
She went from being featured on the MySpace front page, as a musician, to styling celebrities like Fall Out Boy and Weezer.
Kitty joins Matt Vettese this week to tell her full story along with some fashion advice for elder emo's and more. 
Check out more Kitty here: https://kittycowell.com/
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